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A Mentoring Network for Diversity in Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-09-17 S.S. Herren, E. Ioannidou, D. Drake, E. Bernstein, N. Mickel, C.H. Fox
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) has developed a national and sustainable mentoring and mentor training network titled AADOCR Mentoring an Inclusive Network for a Diverse Workforce of the Future (AADOCR MIND the Future). This program is instrumental in fostering a diverse group of early-career investigators in dental, oral, and craniofacial (DOC) research
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Mechanics- and Behavior-Related Temporomandibular Joint Differences J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-09-14 J.C. Nickel, Y.M. Gonzalez, Y. Liu, H. Liu, L.M. Gallo, L.R. Iwasaki
Fatigue of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) tissues reflects the effects of magnitude (energy density; ED) and frequency of loading (jaw muscle duty factor; DF). This observational study measured these variables and tested for differences in mechanobehavior scores (MBS = ED2 × DF) and component variables in subjects with and without TMJ disc displacement (±D). In accordance with Institutional Review Board
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Computational Methods for Image Analysis in Craniofacial Development and Disease J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-09-14 E. James, A.J. Caetano, P.T. Sharpe
Observation is at the center of all biological sciences. Advances in imaging technologies are therefore essential to derive novel biological insights to better understand the complex workings of living systems. Recent high-throughput sequencing and imaging techniques are allowing researchers to simultaneously address complex molecular variations spatially and temporarily in tissues and organs. The
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Apoptotic Vesicles: Therapeutic Mechanisms and Critical Issues J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-09-14 Q. Ou, W. Huang, B. Wang, L. Niu, Z. Li, X. Mao, S. Shi
Apoptosis is the most prominent mode of programmed cell death and is necessary for the maintenance of tissue homeostasis. During cell apoptosis, a distinctive population of extracellular vesicles is generated, termed apoptotic vesicles (apoVs). ApoVs inherit a variety of biological molecules such as proteins, RNAs, nuclear components, lipids, and gasotransmitters from their parent cells. ApoVs have
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Unveiling the Neurodegenerative Alterations through Oral Stem Cells J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-09-14 M. Tatullo, T. Cocco, A. Ferretta, R. Caroppo, B. Marrelli, G. Spagnuolo, F. Paduano
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by the progressive and selective loss of dopaminergic (DAergic) neurons in the midbrain. The replacement of neuromelanin (NM)–containing DAergic neurons in the substantia nigra and the enhancement of NM concentration could offer a promising and safe approach to treating PD symptoms. The objective of this study was to investigate
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Severe periodontitis and congenital cytomegalovirus: Cleft lip and cleft palate Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-09-12 Jørgen Slots, Vanessa Slots
Severe periodontitis lesions can harbor several hundred‐thousand copies of active cytomegalovirus, and this paper proposes that cytomegalovirus in maternal periodontitis can infect the fetus. Cleft lips and palates may be oral examples of congenital cytomegalovirus infection. Anti‐cytomegalovirus periodontal treatment is indicated for high‐risk women who exhibit severe periodontitis and weakened immune
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Hyperbranched Poly‐l‐Lysine Modified Titanium Surface With Enhanced Osseointegration, Bacteriostasis, and Anti‐Inflammatory Properties for Implant Application: An Experimental In Vivo Study Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-12 Qifeng Jiang, Xiaoru Qin, Zhaolong Wang, Chaozhen Chen, Wei Dai, Zhikang Wang, Xiaoyan Miao, Zhiwei Jiang, Yanmin Zhang, Changyou Gao, Yue Xi, Guoli Yang
ObjectivesThis study aimed to explore multiple effects of hyperbranched poly‐l‐lysine (HBPL) titanium (Ti) surfaces on osseointegration, bacteriostasis, and anti‐inflammation across three different animal models.MethodsTi surfaces were covalently modified with HBPL, with uncoated surfaces as controls. Characterization included scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and surface chemistry and elemental analysis
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Introduction and overview on autogenous Platelet concentrates Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-09-11 Marc Quirynen, Anton Sculean, J. Blanco, Hom‐Lay Wang, Nikos Donos
This special issue on autologous platelet concentrates (APCs) provides clinicians with an overview on the current understanding of the use of these biomaterials for soft and hard‐tissue regeneration. The included papers summarize scientific evidence and the clinical findings, presented in simple tables that outline potential benefits including Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs). This approach
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Does Periodontitis Increase the Risk for Future Cardiovascular Events? Long-Term Follow-Up of the PAROKRANK Study. J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-11 Anna Norhammar,Per Näsman,Kåre Buhlin,Ulf de Faire,Giulia Ferrannini,Anders Gustafsson,Barbro Kjellström,Thomas Kvist,Eva Levring Jäghagen,Bertil Lindahl,Åke Nygren,Ulf Näslund,Elisabet Svenungsson,Björn Klinge,Lars Rydén,
BACKGROUND AND AIM The study 'Periodontitis and Its Relation to Coronary Artery Disease' (PAROKRANK) reported an association between periodontitis (PD) and the first myocardial infarction (MI). This follow-up study aims to test the hypothesis that those with PD-compared to periodontally healthy individuals-are at increased risk for cardiovascular (CV) events and death. METHODS A total of 1587 participants
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The Potential Effect of Periodontal Disease on the Development of Metabolic Syndrome: A 10‐Year Observational Study in a Thai Adult Cohort J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-11 Benjar Issaranggun Na Ayuthaya, Attawood Lertpimonchai, Lakshman Samaranayake, Prin Vathesatogkit, Lalitsara Thienpramuk, Wichaya Wisitrasameewong, Suphot Tamsailom
AimAs data are sparse on the long‐term association between periodontal diseases and development of metabolic syndrome (MetS), we investigated their relationship in a Thai cohort over a 10‐year observational period.MethodsMedical records and data on periodontal assessments of 2161 employees of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand collected at two time points, 2003 and 2013, were used. Experienced
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The Accuracy of Dental Implant Placement With Different Methods of Computer‐Assisted Implant Surgery: A Network Meta‐Analysis of Clinical Studies Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-10 Basel Mahardawi, Sirimanas Jiaranuchart, Sirida Arunjaroensuk, Kanit Dhanesuan, Nikos Mattheos, Atiphan Pimkhaokham
ObjectiveComputer‐assisted implant surgery (CAIS) has been introduced as a tool to aid in reaching a more accurate implant position. The aim of this network meta‐analysis was to compare all the available CAIS techniques and obtain collective evidence on the method that offers the highest accuracy compared to freehand implant placement.Materials and MethodsDatabase search was done in PubMed, Scopus
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The circadian clock in enamel development Int. J. Oral Sci. (IF 10.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-06 Ke Wu, Xiaochan Li, Yunyang Bai, Boon Chin Heng, Xuehui Zhang, Xuliang Deng
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Effect of Discontinuation of Supportive Periodontal Therapy on Periodontal Status—A Retrospective Study J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-06 Thomas Kocher, Karoline Lösler, Christiane Pink, Hans Jörgen Grabe, Birte Holtfreter
AimTo assess the impact of active (APT) and supportive periodontal therapy (SPT) on the change in probing depth (PD) and annual tooth loss in partially and fully compliant and drop‐out patients.Material and MethodsData of 280 periodontally treated partially and fully compliant (regular supportive visits, SPT duration 5.5 ± 4.5 years) and 55 drop‐out patients (SPT and drop‐out duration 8.3 ± 3.8 years
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Sleep and periodontal health Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-09-05 Maria Clotilde Carra, Pauline Balagny, Philippe Bouchard
Sleep is fundamental for health and well‐being. An adequate amount and quality of sleep is a cardinal component of a healthy lifestyle at the basis of the prevention of many non‐communicable chronic diseases. Recent evidence suggests that sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea, represent an emerging risk factor for periodontal health. This review article provides a critical appraisal
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Introduction to the Diagnostics in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry issue Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-09-05 Denis F. Kinane, Michael M. Bornstein
Chronic inflammatory periodontal disease and its related condition, peri‐implant disease, are highly prevalent globally and require accurate and speedy diagnosis. The focus of this volume dedicated to diagnostics is to cover modern enhancements in accuracy, simplicity and speed. An international assortment of experts has been tasked with reviewing defined areas of current best practice as well innovation
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Tooth‐ and implant‐related prognostic factors in treatment planning Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-09-05 Anastasiya Orishko, Jean‐Claude Imber, Andrea Roccuzzo, Alexandra Stähli, Giovanni E. Salvi
Following a comprehensive patient examination, including the assessment of periodontal and peri‐implant diseases as well as considering the patient's needs, a pretherapeutic prognosis for each tooth and implant is given. Teeth and implants with a secure pretherapeutic prognosis require simple procedures and may be regarded as secure abutments for function and with a doubtful pretherapeutic prognosis
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Microbiota‐immune‐brain interactions: A new vision in the understanding of periodontal health and disease Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-09-05 Torbjørn Jarle Breivik, Per Gjermo, Yngvar Gundersen, Per Kristian Opstad, Robert Murison, Anders Hugoson, Stephan von Hörsten, Inge Fristad
This review highlights the significance of interactions between the microbiota, immune system, nervous and hormonal systems, and the brain on periodontal health and disease. Microorganisms in the microbiota, immune cells, and neurons communicate via homeostatic nervous and hormonal systems, regulating vital body functions. By modulating pro‐inflammatory and anti‐inflammatory adaptive immune responses
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Prognosis of Single Implant‐Supported Prosthesis in Patients With Primary Sjögren's Syndrome: A Five‐Year Prospective Clinical Study Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-05 Mandana Hosseini, Simon Storgård Jensen, Klaus Gotfredsen, Emil Hyldahl, Anne Marie Lynge Pedersen
BackgroundPrimary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS) is a chronic systemic autoimmune disease characterized by hyposalivation. Currently, there is limited evidence for the prognosis of dental implant treatment in Sjögren's syndrome.Aim/HypothesisWe hypothesized comparable clinical outcomes of implant‐supported restorations in pSS‐patients and control subjects, and improvement in oral health‐related quality of
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Comparison of Different Intraoral Scanners With Prefabricated Aid on Accuracy and Framework Passive Fit of Digital Complete‐Arch Implant Impression: An In Vitro Study Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-05 Xiao‐Jiao Fu, Min Liu, Jun‐Yu Shi, Ke Deng, Hong‐Chang Lai, Wen Gu, Xiao‐Meng Zhang
ObjectivesThis study aimed to compare the accuracy of digital complete‐arch implant impressions with prefabricated aids using three intraoral scanners (IOSs) and explore the correlation between virtual deviation measurement and physical framework misfit.Materials and MethodsFour edentulous maxillary master models with four and six parallel and angular implants were fabricated and scanned by a laboratory
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Experimental Periodontitis Worsens Dopaminergic Neuronal Degeneration J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-03 Gabrielle Jacob, Bruna A. Milan, Livia Rodrigues Antonieto, Yara Levi, Marcela Costa Ribeiro, Raquel Nassar, Manoel Damião de Sousa‐Neto, Jardel Francisco Mazzi‐Chaves, Michel Reis Messora, Flavia Aparecida Chaves Furlaneto, Glauce C. Nascimento, Elaine Del‐Bel
AimTo investigate the hypothesis supporting the link between periodontitis and dopaminergic neuron degeneration.Materials and MethodsAdult male Wistar rats were used to induce dopaminergic neuronal injury with 6‐hydroxydopamine (6‐OHDA) neurotoxin and experimental periodontitis via ligature placement. Motor function assessments were conducted before and after periodontitis induction in controls and
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A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Timing of Soft‐Tissue Augmentation in Immediate Implant Placement: Hard‐Tissue Changes and Clinical Outcome J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-02 Jan Cosyn, Thibault Struys, Pieter‐Jan Van Hove, Stefanie De Buyser, Thomas De Bruyckere
AimTo assess the impact of the timing of soft‐tissue augmentation (STA) on mean buccal bone changes following immediate implant placement (IPP) in the anterior maxilla.Materials and MethodsPatients with a failing tooth and intact buccal bone wall in the anterior maxilla (15–25) were enrolled in this randomized controlled trial. Following single IIP and socket grafting, they were randomly allocated
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Expert consensus on the diagnosis and therapy of endo-periodontal lesions Int. J. Oral Sci. (IF 10.8) Pub Date : 2024-09-01 Bin Chen, Yanan Zhu, Minkui Lin, Yangheng Zhang, Yanfen Li, Xiangying Ouyang, Song Ge, Jiang Lin, Yaping Pan, Yan Xu, Yi Ding, Shaohua Ge, Faming Chen, Zhongchen Song, Shaoyun Jiang, Jiang Sun, Lijun Luo, Junqi Ling, Zhi Chen, Lin Yue, Xuedong Zhou, Fuhua Yan
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B10 cells regulate macrophage polarization to alleviate inflammation and bone loss in periodontitis J. Periodontol. (IF 4.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-30 Guoqin Cao, Qiuping Xu, Shengyuan Huang, Dong Dai, Jilei Wang, Wei Li, Yue Zhao, Jiang Lin, Xiaozhe Han
BackgroundThe polarization of macrophages into an anti‐inflammatory phenotype is crucial for resolving periodontal inflammation. It has been reported that B10 cells can regulate the immune response of macrophages during inflammation and are also able to regulate inflammation in periodontitis. However, whether B10 cells’ regulation function in periodontitis is related to macrophage polarization remains
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A narrative review on the use of autologous platelet concentrates during alveolar bone augmentation: Horizontal (simultaneous/staged) & vertical (simultaneous/staged) Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-08-29 J. Blanco, J. Caramês, M. Quirynen
This review aimed to answer the general question of whether autologous platelet concentrates (APCs, an autologous blood‐derivative) can improve the outcome of alveolar bone augmentation. Three clinical scenarios were assessed: horizontal/vertical bone augmentation in combination with implant placement (simultaneous approach), horizontal bone augmentation in a staged approach, and vertical bone augmentation
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Pull‐Off Forces on Implant‐Supported Single Restorations by Sticky Food: An In Vitro Study Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-29 Shaza Bishti, Martin Homa, Stefan Wolfart, Taskin Tuna
ObjectiveTo investigate the pull‐off forces on implant‐supported restorations caused by sticky food, to understand how much retention force cemented restorations must have to withstand chewing forces without unintentional retention loss. The influence of food type, restoration design, and surface treatment were investigated.Material and MethodsMonolithic implant‐supported CAD/CAM zirconia crowns were
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Soft‐Tissue Phenotype as a Risk Indicator of Peri‐Implantitis and Peri‐Implant Soft‐Tissue Dehiscence—A Cross‐Sectional Study J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-27 Sila Cagri Isler, Mario Romandini, Gulcin Akca, Batuhan Bakirarar, Berrin Unsal, Georgios Romanos, Anton Sculean
AimTo investigate the association, as well as to characterize the associated panel of pro‐ and anti‐inflammatory markers, between the different components of the peri‐implant phenotype and the presence of peri‐implantitis/peri‐implant soft‐tissue dehiscence (PISTD).Materials and MethodsA total of 324 implants in 112 patients were included. The following components of the peri‐implant phenotype were
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Oral microbiome diversity and diet quality in relation to mortality J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-27 Jie Shen, Hui Chen, Xiaofeng Zhou, Qiumin Huang, Lucas Gonzalo Garay, Mengjia Zhao, Shujiao Qian, Geng Zong, Yan Yan, Xiaofeng Wang, Baohong Wang, Maurizio Tonetti, Yan Zheng, Changzheng Yuan
AimTo examine the independent and joint associations of oral microbiome diversity and diet quality with risks of all‐cause and cause‐specific mortality.Materials and MethodsWe included 7,055 eligible adults from the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Oral microbiome diversity was measured with α‐diversity, including the Simpson Index, observed amplicon sequence variants
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In vitro assessment of cementation of CAD/CAM fabricated prostheses over titanium bases. A systematic review Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-27 Panagiotis Ntovas, Ourania Ladia, Aspasia Pachiou, Vincent Fehmer, Irena Sailer
ObjectivesThe objective of this study is to investigate the outcomes of clinically relevant laboratory studies regarding the cementation of implant‐supported restorations over ti‐bases.Materials and MethodsThe present study has been conducted according to PRISMA statement. An electronic search was performed, including publications up to March 2024, to identify studies investigating the parameters affecting
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Lipocalin‐2 as a fundamental protein in type 2 diabetes and periodontitis in mice J. Periodontol. (IF 4.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-27 Diana Laura Sólis‐Suarez, Saúl Ernesto Cifuentes‐Mendiola, Patricia González‐Alva, Adriana Patricia Rodríguez‐Hernández, Arnulfo Martínez‐Dávalos, Fulgencio Eduardo Llamosas‐Hernandez, Marycarmen Godínez‐Victoria, Ana Lilia García‐Hernández
BackgroundLipocalin‐2 (LCN‐2) is an osteokine that suppresses appetite, stimulates insulin secretion, regulates bone remodeling, and is induced by proinflammatory cytokines. The aim of this work was to investigate the participation of LCN‐2 in periodontitis associated with type 2 diabetes (T2D) by evaluating alveolar bone loss, glycemic control, inflammation, and femur fragility.MethodsA murine model
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Metabolic and Aging Influence on Anticancer Immunity in Oral Cancer J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 T.P.M.d. Santos, W.L. Hicks, W.J. Magner, A. Al Afif, K.L. Kirkwood
The average age and obesity prevalence are increasing globally. Both aging and metabolic disease burden increase the risk of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) through profound effects on the immunological and metabolic characteristics within the OSCC tumor microenvironment. While the mechanisms that link aging and obesity to OSCC remain unclear, there is evidence that the antitumor responses are
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Engineered 3D Periodontal Ligament Model with Magnetic Tensile Loading J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 P. Mulimani, N.A. Mazzawi, A.J. Goldstein, A.M. Obenaus, S.M. Baggett, D. Truong, T.E. Popowics, N.J. Sniadecki
In vitro models are invaluable tools for deconstructing the biological complexity of the periodontal ligament (PDL). Model systems that closely reproduce the 3-dimensional (3D) configuration of cell–cell and cell–matrix interactions in native tissue can deliver physiologically relevant insights. However, 3D models of the PDL that incorporate mechanical loading are currently lacking. Hence, we developed
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Autophagy Regulates Age-Related Jawbone Loss via LepR+ Stromal Cells J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 B. Sun, Y. Xu, H. Wang, F. Wang, Q. Li, Y. Chen, Z. Wang
Bone aging and decreased autophagic activity are related but poorly explored in the jawbone. This study aimed to characterize the aging jawbones and jawbone-derived stromal cells (JBSCs) and determine the role of autophagy in jawbone mass decline. We observed that the jawbones of older individuals and mice exhibited similar age-related bone loss. Furthermore, leptin receptor (LepR)–lineage cells served
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Association between Periodontal Diseases and the Risk of Site-Specific Gastrointestinal Cancers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 Q. Wang, W.-J. Gu, F.-L. Ning, M. Sun, Z.-M.g Zhao, M.u Abe, Z.-N. Li, C.-D. Zhang
The association between periodontal diseases and the risk of gastrointestinal cancers, especially site-specific gastrointestinal cancers, remains unclear. Here, we comprehensively searched PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Google Scholar from inception to April 2024 to identify relevant studies. The pooled hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated with a random-effects
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A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study of Neuroticism and Sleep Bruxism J. Dent. Res. (IF 5.7) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 T. Strausz, S. Strausz, S.E. Jones, T. Palotie, F. Lobbezoo, J. Ahlberg, H.M. Ollila
Sleep bruxism (SB) affects a considerable part of the population and is associated with neuroticism, stress, and anxiety in various studies. However, the causal mechanisms between neuroticism and SB have not been examined. Understanding the reasons for SB is important as understanding bruxism may allow improved comprehensive management of the disorders and comorbidities related to it. Previous studies
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Diagnostic reproducibility of the 2018 Classification of Gingival Recessions: Comparing photographic and in‐person diagnoses J. Periodontol. (IF 4.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 Riccardo Di Gianfilippo, GiovanPaolo Pini Prato, Debora Franceschi, Walter Castelluzzo, Luigi Barbato, Alessandra Bandel, Maria Di Martino, Claudio M. Pannuti, Leandro Chambrone, Francesco Cairo
BackgroundTo assess how the diagnostic reproducibility of the 2018 Classification of Gingival Recession Defects (GRD) could be applied when comparing in‐person chairside measurements with photographic measurements.MethodsThirty‐four GRD were photographed and evaluated by 4 masked operators. For each case, the operators measured twice recession type (RT), recession depth (RD), keratinized tissue width
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Histological and immunohistochemical soft‐tissue response to cylindrical and concave abutments: Multicenter randomized clinical trial J. Periodontol. (IF 4.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 Fabio Camacho‐Alonso, Juan Carlos Bernabeu‐Mira, Joaquín Sánchez, Antonio Julián Buendía, Ana María Mercado‐Díaz, Mario Pérez‐Sayáns, Alba Pérez‐Jardón, José Manuel Somoza Martín, Javier Montero, Cristina Gomez‐Polo, Norberto Quispe‐López, David Peñarrocha‐Oltra
BackgroundThis study aimed to analyze the influence of concave and cylindrical abutments on peri‐implant soft tissue. Dimensions, collagen fiber orientation, and immunohistochemical data were assessed.MethodsA multicenter, split‐mouth, double‐blind randomized clinical trial was conducted. Two groups were analyzed: cylindrical abutments and concave abutments. After a 12‐week healing period, peri‐implant
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Combined application of Er:YAG laser and low‐level laser in non‐surgical treatment of periodontitis J. Periodontol. (IF 4.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 Zhexian Cheng, Wei Li, Jitian Wang, Xuan Huang, Xingyuan Jia, Xuan Zhou
BackgroundTo compare the efficacy of combined treatment of Er:YAG laser (ERL) and low‐level laser therapy (LLLT) with single laser applications, and scaling and root planing (SRP) for non‐surgical periodontal treatment.MethodsIn a randomized controlled trial, 25 non‐smoking Stage II or Stage III periodontitis patients were recruited. The four intraoral quadrants were randomly assigned to four different
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Effects of a 4‐week free‐sugar avoidance during periodontal therapy: An explorative randomized controlled clinical trial J. Periodontol. (IF 4.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-26 Christina L. Pappe, Beeke Peters, Olga Pivovarova‐Ramich, Robert Schremmer, Aysegül Adam, Kirstin Vach, Henrik Dommisch, Johan P. Woelber
BackgroundThis study investigated the effect of a 4‐week free‐sugar avoidance on periodontal parameters during periodontal therapy.MethodsTwenty‐one patients with untreated periodontitis and daily free‐sugar intake were allocated to a sugar avoidance group (SAG) and a control group (CG). The SAG received a 45‐min dietary consultation and was instructed to avoid free sugars during the following 4 weeks
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Complication, vertical bone gain, volumetric changes after vertical ridge augmentation using customized reinforced PTFE mesh or Ti‐mesh. A non‐inferiority randomized clinical trial Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-24 Alessandro Cucchi, Sofia Bettini, Lucia Tedeschi, Istvan Urban, Debora Franceschi, Antonino Fiorino, Giuseppe Corinaldesi
ObjectiveThe aim of this non‐inferiority randomized clinical trial was to compare the surgical and healing complications, vertical bone gain, and volumetric bone changes after vertical ridge augmentation using two different approaches: customized Ti‐reinforced d‐PTFE mesh versus customized CAD/CAM Ti‐mesh.Materials and MethodsFifty patients with vertical bone defects were randomly treated with Ti‐reinforced
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Resolution of chronic inflammation and cancer Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-08-23 Gulcin Tezcan, Nil Yakar, Hatice Hasturk, Thomas E. Van Dyke, Alpdogan Kantarci
Chronic inflammation poses challenges to effective cancer treatment. Although anti‐inflammatory therapies have shown short‐term benefits, their long‐term implications may be unfavorable because they fail to initiate the necessary inflammatory responses. Recent research underscores the promise of specialized pro‐resolving mediators, which play a role in modulating the cancer microenvironment by promoting
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Survival and complication rates of tooth‐ and implant‐supported restorations after an observation period up to 36 years Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-23 Frank M. Bischof, Ayse A. Mathey, Alexandra Stähli, Giovanni E. Salvi, Urs Brägger
BackgroundTooth‐ and implant‐supported fixed dental prostheses are well‐documented and aesthetic treatment alternatives, and after a comprehensive periodontal treatment, a protocol with a good long‐term prognosis if the maintenance program is strictly followed.AimTo reexamine a pre‐existing patient cohort in order to obtain estimated long‐term survival and complication outcomes of fixed dental prostheses
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Reviewing the benefits and clinical outcomes of oral fibroblasts over mesenchymal stem cells for repairing periodontal defects during or after orthodontic tooth movement Periodontol. 2000 (IF 17.5) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Ludovica Parisi, Eleni Mavrogonatou, Anton Sculean, Dimitris Kletsas, Martin Degen
Orthodontic therapy applies forces to teeth, causing an inflammatory reaction in the periodontal ligament. This is repaired by remodeling of the periodontium, allowing tooth displacement. Although orthodontic therapy is mostly initiated during childhood and adolescence, the number of adults seeking this treatment is increasing as our society's esthetic awareness rises. However, adults may already have
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Four‐mm‐short implants in the rehabilitation of posterior atrophic jaws: A retrospective study on 212 patients with a mean follow‐up of 8.02 years Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Carlo Barausse, Roberto Pistilli, Lorenzo Bonifazi, Subhi Tayeb, Gerardo Pellegrino, Andrea Ravidà, Pietro Felice
ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess clinical efficacy of 4‐mm‐short implants in patients with posterior severe vertical bone atrophy in the medium‐ and long‐term follow‐up.Materials and MethodsPatients rehabilitated with 4‐mm‐short implants in the posterior atrophic jaws, with a minimum follow‐up of 3 years post‐loading, were included in the study. Data were collected for eligible patients, and marginal
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Alveolar ridge preservation in posterior maxillary teeth for reduction in the potential need for sinus floor elevation procedures: A pilot study Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Lisetta Lam, Saso Ivanovski, Ryan S. B. Lee
ObjectivesTo investigate the effects of alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) on ridge height, sinus pneumatization and the potential need for lateral sinus augmentation following extraction in the posterior maxilla.Materials and MethodsThis randomized controlled pilot study included 28 patients requiring extraction in the posterior maxilla with bone height between 6 and 8 mm. The sites were randomly allocated
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Higher solubility and lower onset temperature of protein denaturation increase the osteoconductive capacity of collagen membranes: A preclinical in vivo study Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Zahra Sadat‐Marashi, Masako Fujioka‐Kobayashi, Hiroki Katagiri, Niklaus P. Lang, Nikola Saulacic
ObjectivesCollagen membranes are extensively used for guided bone regeneration procedures, primarily for horizontal bone augmentation. More recently, it has been demonstrated that collagen membranes promote bone regeneration. Present study aimed at assessing if structural modifications of collagen membranes may enhance their osteoconductive capacity.MethodsTwenty‐four adult Wistar rats were used. Bilateral
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A 7.5‐year randomized controlled clinical study comparing cemented and screw‐retained one‐piece zirconia‐based implant‐supported single crowns Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Riccardo D. Kraus, Jenni Hjerppe, Nadja Naenni, Marc Balmer, Ronald E. Jung, Daniel S. Thoma
ObjectivesTo compare marginal bone levels, biological, and technical outcomes of screw‐retained versus cemented all‐ceramic implant‐supported zirconia‐based single crowns after an observation period of 7.5 years.MethodsForty‐four single implants in the esthetic zone in 44 patients (22 females, 22 males) were randomly assigned to two types of restorations: SR (screw‐retained); veneered one‐piece zirconia
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Utilizing Oral Neutrophil Counts as an Indicator of Oral Inflammation Associated With Periodontal Disease: A Blinded Multicentre Study. J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-19 Omnia Elebyary,Chunxiang Sun,Elis Angela Batistella,Thomas E Van Dyke,Samuel B Low,Sonica Singhal,Howard Tenenbaum,Michael Glogauer
BACKGROUND Periodontal diseases are chronic inflammatory conditions that require early screening for effective long-term management. Oral neutrophil counts (ONCs) correlate with periodontal inflammation. This study investigates a point-of-care test using a neutrophil enzyme activity (NEA) colorimetric strip for measuring periodontal inflammation. METHODS This prospective study had two phases. Phase
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The Role of Interleukin‐8 in the Estimation of Responsiveness to Steps 1 and 2 of Periodontal Therapy J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-17 Caspar Victor Bumm, Falk Schwendicke, Katrin Heck, Iris Frasheri, Burkhard Summer, Christina Ern, Richard Heym, Nils Werner, Matthias Folwaczny
ObjectiveTo investigate the association between interleukin‐8 (IL‐8) levels in gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) and total oral fluid (TOF) and the responsiveness to steps 1 and 2 of periodontal therapy.Materials and MethodsOne‐hundred and fifty‐nine patients affected by periodontitis received steps 1 and 2 of periodontal therapy. At baseline, TOF and GCF samples were collected and analysed for IL‐8
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Association of Oral Microbiome Diversity and All‐Cause Mortality in the General US Population and in Individuals With Chronic Diseases: A Prospective Cohort Study J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-17 Zhiwen Yang, Fengling He, Haoxiang Huang, Junyang Xu, Yifei Ruan, Kai Cui, HuiLei Zhou, Yijin Chen, Dan Liu, Zhiwen Xiao, Feng Chen, Yulin Liao, Jianping Bin, Yanmei Chen
AimTo investigate whether oral microbiome diversity is associated with all‐cause mortality in the general US population and in individuals with chronic diseases.Materials and MethodsWe included 8224 individuals with oral microbiome diversity data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2009–2012), representing 164,000,205 US adults, using a survey‐weighted analysis method. Cox regression
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The EAO Junior Committee—History, present and future activities Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-17 Kathrin Becker, Lucrezia Paterno Holtzman, Maria‐Angeliki Alexopoulou, Alfonso Gil, Miha Pirc, Joao Pitta, Viraj Patel, Balazs Feher
ObjectiveTo describe the evolution and aims of the European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) Junior Committee (JC).Materials and MethodsFormer members of the EAO JC and members of the board were interviewed, and current projects and initiatives were summarized.ResultsThe EAO JC was launched in 2007 as the first young committee in Europe. Despite initial skepticism, it became a famous initiative
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Estimated economic costs of dental implants among older South Korean adults, 2015–2018 Clin. Oral. Implants Res. (IF 4.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-17 Hyeonjeong Go, Jeonghoon Ahn, Song Vogue Ahn, Hosung Shin, Atsuo Amano, Youn‐Hee Choi
ObjectiveDental implants are a considerable financial burden for elderly people and their caregivers. This study aimed to calculate the estimated economic costs of dental implants on the Korean older population.Materials and MethodsThe economic costs of dental implants for adults aged 75 years and older were estimated from a societal perspective, considering both direct and indirect expenditures. We
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Vertical Alveolar Ridge Regeneration by Means of Periosteal Activation—A Proof‐of‐Principle Study J. Clin. Periodontol. (IF 5.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-16 Nikola Saulacic, Niklaus P. Lang, Slavko Corluka, Maria Permuy Mendaña, Fernando M. Muñoz Guzón
AimTo assess the possibility of vertical alveolar ridge augmentation by means of activation of the periosteum.Materials and MethodsSix adult male Beagle dogs were used for the study. All premolars and first molars were extracted, and one vertical saucer‐shaped bony defect was created on each side of the mandible. After 3 months of healing, full‐thickness muco‐periosteal flaps were elevated, and one
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Caspase-11 mediated inflammasome activation in macrophages by systemic infection of A. actinomycetemcomitans exacerbates arthritis Int. J. Oral Sci. (IF 10.8) Pub Date : 2024-08-15 Tokuju Okano, Hiroshi Ashida, Noriko Komatsu, Masayuki Tsukasaki, Tamako Iida, Marie Iwasawa, Yuto Takahashi, Yasuo Takeuchi, Takanori Iwata, Miwa Sasai, Masahiro Yamamoto, Hiroshi Takayanagi, Toshihiko Suzuki