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MSCs-Derived Decellularised Matrix: Cellular Responses and Regenerative Dentistry Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 Suphalak Phothichailert, Shirel Samoun, Benjamin P. Fournier, Juliane Isaac, Sindy Cornelia Nelwan, Thanaphum Osathanon, Nunthawan Nowwarote
The decellularised extracellular matrix (dECM) of cell culture is a naturally derived biomaterial formed by the removal of cellular components. The compositions of molecules in the extracellular matrix (ECM) differ depending on various factors, including the culture conditions. Cell-derived ECM provides a 3-dimensional structure that has a complex influence on cell signalling, which in turn affects
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Changes in Antibiotic Redemption Related to Hungarian Dental Care During COVID-19 Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 Nándor Kalas, Attila Nagy, Nóra Kovács, Viktor Dombrádi, Gábor Bányai, Klára Bíró, Klára Boruzs
Antibiotic resistance is a global health problem that can affect individuals, health systems, and the economy. Our aim was to investigate how the redemption of antibiotics and the associated dental care changed during COVID-19 in Hungary. The ICD codes for the infections for which antibiotics should be prescribed in dental care were identified based on the professional recommendation. The database
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Effect of brushing simulation on the wear behavior of repaired CAD-CAM restorations Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-08 Pablo Machado Soares, Amanda Maria de Oliveira Dal Piva, Gabriel Kalil Rocha Pereira, Luiz Felipe Valandro, Marilia Pivetta Rippe, Albert J. Feilzer, Cornelis Johannes Kleverlaan, João Paulo Mendes Tribst
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the influence of multidirectional brushing on the surface roughness, morphology, and bonding interface of resin-repaired CAD-CAM ceramic and composite restorations. Materials and methods: Twelve ( = 12) blocks (4 mm × 4 mm × 2 mm for parallel axis; 5 mm × 4 mm × 2 mm for perpendicular axis) of lithium disilicate glass-ceramic (IPS e.max CAD, Ivoclar AG)
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Genetic Connectivity of Gut Microbiota and Oral Ulcers: A Mendelian Randomization Study Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-07 Bilun Jin, Pengfei Wang, Peiqi Liu, Yijie Wang, Yi Guo, Chenxu Wang, Yue Jia, Rui Zou, Lin Niu
The aim of this study was to reveal the relationship, if any, between gut microbiota and oral ulcers. We performed a 2-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) study to estimate the roles of gut microbiota in mouth ulcers. The summary datasets of gut microbiota were from the largest genome-wide association study (GWAS) conducted by MiBioGen, and data of mouth ulcers were obtained from UK Biobank. Random
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Effects of Hydroxyapatite-Containing Toothpastes on Some Caries-Related Variables: A Randomised Clinical Trial Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Guglielmo Campus, Fabio Cocco, Richard Johannes Wierichs, Thomas Gerhard Wolf, Claudia Salerno, Antonella Arghittu, Marco Dettori, Maria Grazia Cagetti
This randomised clinical trial was designed and carried out with the aim to evaluate the capacity of fluoride-substituted hydroxyapatite (HAF) toothpaste to modulate oral microflora composition and biofilm acidogenicity in schoolchildren. In all, 610 children (4 to 5 and 6 to 7 years) were enrolled. Four toothpastes were randomly administered during 24 months: 2 contained fluoride-substituted hydroxyapatite
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Microbial Communities and Functional Genes in Periodontitis and Healthy Controls Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Zhonghui Ma, Ze Jiang, Haoxin Dong, Wenhua Xu, Su Yan, Jingfeng Chen, Ang Li, Xi Wang
Periodontitis is a chronic progressive disease and the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Recent studies have shown the impact of oral microbial communities on systemic health and diseases such as cancer, atherosclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, hypertension, and Alzheimer's disease. In previous case control studies investigatin the relationship between periodontal
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A Mendelian Randomisation Analysis Reveals No Relationship Between Periodontitis and Coronary Atherosclerosis Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Zhengrui Li, Qi Wang, Xufeng Huang, Yinteng Wu, Rao Fu, Xutao Wen, Ji'An Liu, Yuanguo Chen, Ying Liu, Ling Zhang
Growing evidence appears to intimate a profound connection between periodontitis and coronary atherosclerosis (CA), yet the existence of a causal relationship remains unclear. Through the implementation of Mendelian randomization analysis, we further evaluated the potential causal link between chronic/acute periodontitis (CP/AP) and CA. Utilizing genome-wide association study (GWAS) summary statistics
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Antimicrobial Activity of Antibacterial Sutures in Oral Surgery: A Scoping Review Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Giusy Rita Maria La Rosa, Simone Scapellato, Marco Cicciù, Eugenio Pedullà
The aim of this scoping review was to explore and synthesise the current evidence on the antimicrobial activity of antibacterial suture materials used in oral surgery. The review was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) Extension for Scoping Reviews. A bibliographic search was carried out in the PubMed and Scopus databases to retrieve all
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Effects of Novel Nanoparticulate Bioceramic Endodontic Material on Human Dental Pulp Stem Cells In Vitro Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Xinhui Huang, Xinting Ge, Weihao Fu, Zonghao Zhang, Kuancheng Xiao, Hongbing Lv
This study aimed to investigate the in vitro effects of root canal filling and repair paste (nRoot BP) on human dental pulp stem cells (hDPSCs). The effects of nRoot BP and iRoot BP Plus on the adhesion, proliferation, migration, and differentiation of hDPSCs were examined in vitro for 72 hours. The adhesion of cells was observed using immunofluorescence rhodamine ghost pen cyclic peptide staining
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Associations of Urinary Total Arsenic and Arsenic Species and Periodontitis Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Han Yang, Jing Wang, Qiansi Chen, Yuxuan Wu, Yuying Wu, Qingrong Deng, Yiming Yu, Fuhua Yan, Yanfen Li, Baochang He, Fa Chen
Arsenic exposure is a significant global public health concern and has been implicated in endocrine disruption and increased oxidative stress, both of which are crucial pathogenic mechanisms of periodontitis. This study aimed to investigate the association of urinary total arsenic and arsenic species with periodontitis and to further explore the potential mediating roles of sex hormones and oxidative
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Propolis Use in Dentistry: A Narrative Review of Its Preventive and Therapeutic Applications Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 Hayat Alghutaimel, Manal Matoug-Elwerfelli, Mayada Alhaji, Fatimah Albawardi, Venkateshbabu Nagendrababu, Paul Michael Howell Dummer
Propolis is a resinous substance produced naturally by bees, and it consists of the exudates of plants mixed with enzymes, wax, and pollen. Propolis continues to gain considerable scientific interest due to its potential health benefits. The modern-day use of propolis in pharmaceutical preparations, such as toothpastes, mouthwashes, chewable tablets, mucoadhesive gels, and sprays, is increasing. However
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Generative Artificial Intelligence in Dental Licensing Examinations: Comment Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-18 Hinpetch Daungsupawong, Viroj Wiwanitkit
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Photosensitive Hydrogels Encapsulating DPSCs and AgNPs for Dental Pulp Regeneration Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-17 Yan He, Yanni Zhang, Fengting Hu, Min Chen, Ben Wang, Yejian Li, Haichao Xu, Na Dong, Chen Zhang, Yunfan Hu, Zhiqiang Lin, Youjian Peng, Qingsong Ye, Lihua Luo
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Effect of a Novel ‘Scan Body’ on the In Vitro Scanning Accuracy of Full-Arch Implant Impressions Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Tingting Zhang, Bo Yang, Ruihan Ge, Chaobiao Zhang, Hui Zhang, Yan Wang
This in vitro study aimed to determine whether a newly designed arcuate scan body can improve intraoral scanning accuracy for implant rehabilitation of edentulous jaws. A master model containing 4 implant abutment replicas was fabricated and digitized with different scan bodies using an intraoral scanner. Four types of scan bodies were evaluated: original scan bodies (group OS), computer-aided design
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Cross-Cultural Validation of the Thai Oral Health Impact Profile for Temporomandibular Disorders Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Ronlada Porntirit, Phanomporn Vanichanon, Prangtip Potewiratnanond, Justin Durham, Chayanit Chaweewannakorn
The Oral Health Impact Profile for Temporomandibular Disorders (OHIP-TMDs) is a validated condition-specific outcome measure to help guide decision-making in the management of the condition. There is no Thai version of OHIP-TMDs, and therefore the original English version needs cross-cultural adaptation translation, and validation with a Thai population to reduce the anomalies due to language and cultural
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The Response of the Indonesian Dental Community to the COVID-19 Pandemic Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Iwan Dewanto, Rosa Amalia, Armelia Sari Widyarman, Freddy W Ferdiansyah
The aim of this study was to assess the response of dental health care workers in Indonesia to the COVID-19 pandemic through (1) a countrywide web-based, questionnaire survey of their knowledge, attitude, and infection control (IC) practices during the pandemic and (2) a focus group discussion (FGD) on the latter aspects with infected personnel, as well as (3) archival data collection on the epidemiology
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Attitude Towards Sustainability in Dentistry: The Evidence From Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Sanjida Haque, Mohammad Nurunnabi, Fatema Akhter, Adel AbdulRahman M. Bianoony
The field of dentistry is characterised by its substantial energy consumption and resource utilisation, resulting in a notable ecological footprint. Thus, sustainability in dentistry is an important but underresearched concern. The influence of public pressure on sustainability has been extensively studied across other industries; nevertheless, there is a dearth of research examining its impact on
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Associations Between Temporomandibular Disorders and Brain Imaging-Derived Phenotypes Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-15 Jun Lin, Dong-Yuan Cao
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) affect the temporomandibular joint and associated structures. Despite its prevalence and impact on quality of life, the underlying mechanisms of TMD remain unclear. Magnetic resonance imaging studies suggest brain abnormalities in patients with TMD. However, these lines of evidence are essentially observational and cannot infer a causal relationship. This study employs
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The Effect of Marijuana-Smoking on Dental Caries Experience Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 Meyassara Samman, Thayer Scott, Woosung Sohn
This cross-sectional study aims to examine the effect of marijuana-smoking on dental caries experience and to explore the potential combined effects of tobacco and marijuana cigarette–smoking. We used data from the 2011–2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). We examined demographics, tobacco- and marijuana-smoking, dental examination, and dietary intake. Caries was measured
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Navigating the Path to Independent Dentist: A Qualitative Phenomenological Exploration Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 Yoon Min Gil, Jungjoon Ihm
The objective of this study was to explore the process of becoming an independent dentist, extending beyond the entry-level period. Fifteen general dental practitioners were interviewed. The recorded interviews were transcribed verbatim, and utilizing Colaizzi's descriptive phenomenological method, we sought to exclude subjectivity and derive meanings and themes from participants’ experiences concerning
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The Role of Pecking Motion Depths in Dynamic Cyclic Fatigue Resistance: In Vitro Study Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Giusy Rita Maria La Rosa, Francesco Saverio Canova, Luigi Generali, Eugenio Pedullà
This is the first study evaluating the impact of different pecking motion depths on dynamic cyclic fatigue resistance of different endodontic instruments. Four nickel-titanium systems (Hyflex EDM OneFile 25/. ∼; Rotate 25/0.6; Mtwo 25/0.6; Reciproc Blue R25) were tested. Forty instruments from each group were subjected to 4 different pecking movements to evaluate their cyclic fatigue resistance. The
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Enhancing Precision: Proposed Revision of FDI's 2-Digit Dental Numbering System Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Arvind Babu Rajendra Santosh, Thaon Jones
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Penetration of Calcium Silicate and Epoxy Resin Sealers Into the Lateral Canals Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Angel Yuk Yan Chan, Jeffrey Wen Wei Chang, Gary Shun Pan Cheung, Prasanna Neelakantan, Chengfei Zhang, Angeline Hui Cheng Lee
The aim of this research was to compare the penetration ability of calcium silicate–based sealers (iRoot SP and TotalFill BC HiFlow) and an epoxy resin–based sealer (AH Plus) into the lateral canals using the single-cone (SC) or continuous wave compaction (CW) obturation techniques. Ninety single-rooted human teeth received canal instrumentation and diaphanisation before artificial lateral canals were
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Corrigendum to <‘Letter to the Editor: Authors’ Response’> International Dental Journal, Volume 72, Issue 2, April 2022, Pages 258-259 Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-10 Mehtap Bilgin Cetin, Yasemin Sezgin, Mediha Nur Nişancı Yılmaz, Cansu Köseoǧlu Seçgin
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The Significance of Modified Histone H3 in Epithelial Dysplasia and Oral Cancer Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-06 Woraphaluck Tachaveeraphong, Ekarat Phattarataratip
Oral carcinogenesis is complex and influenced by both genetic and epigenetic changes. Altered histone modification is the epigenetic event that plays a role in cancer development and progression. Distinct modification patterns of histones have been shown to affect patient prognosis in selected cancers. This study aimed to evaluate the profiles of histone H3 modification in oral epithelial dysplasia
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Using Standardised International Oral Health-Related Datasets in 6 Countries Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-02 Tom Broomhead, Rachael England, Stephen Mason, Michael Sereny, Sean Taylor, Georgios Tsakos, David Williams, Sarah R. Baker
Oral diseases affect a significant proportion of the world's population, yet international comparisons involving oral health outcomes have often been limited due to differences in the way country-level primary data are collected. In response to this, the World Dental Federation (FDI) Oral Health Observatory project was launched with the goal of collecting and producing standardised international data
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Motivational Interviewing on Periodontal Treatment Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-02 Chaoning Zhan, Wanting Qu, Melissa Rachel Fok, Lijian Jin, Yifan Lin
This systematic review investigated the clinical efficacy of motivational interviewing (MI) in improving oral hygiene and periodontal health in patients with periodontal diseases. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across various databases up to May 2023. Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating the effects of MI on periodontal conditions in patients with gingivitis, periodontitis
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Prevalence and Distribution of Dental Anomalies in Schoolchildren in Kuwait Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-29 Abrar Alanzi, Noora Bufersen, Sana Haider, Menther Abdulrahim
Objective Dental anomalies (DA) can affect paediatric patients' aesthetics, function, and psychological well-being. There is a lack of data about the prevalence of DA in children in Kuwait. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and distribution of DA amongst schoolchildren aged 8 to 12 years. Methods A retrospective study was conducted using panoramic digital radiographs of children who attended
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Expression of FAP in Oral Leukoplakia and Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-26 Ran Li, Rongrong Zhang, Xiaotong Shi, Xiaofeng Jiao, Yanwei Li, Yingjiao Zhao, Tiantian Liu, Chunye Zhang
Objective This study aimed to investigate the potential of fibroblast activation protein (FAP) as a biomarker in the progression of oral leukoplakia (OLK) carcinogenesis. This was achieved by evaluating FAP expression at different levels of the organisation, namely oral normal mucosa (NM), OLK, and oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Materials and methods Altogether, 88 paraffin-embedded tissue samples
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COVID-19 Severity in Patients With Apical Periodontitis: A Case Control Study Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-20 Nadya Marouf, Raidan Ba-Hattab, Fatima Al-Sheeb, Amal Diab, Hanan Diab, Maryam Al-Majed, Khalid Al-Haithami, Ghanim Al-Mannai, Noha Barhom, Shailaja Tharupeedikayil, Faleh Tamimi
Objectives Apical periodontitis (AP) has been associated with systemic inflammatory biomarkers that have also been associated with COVID-19 severity. This study was designed to test the hypothesis that the presence of apical periodontitis could be associated with increased risk of COVID-19 complications. Methods A case control study (N = 949) was performed using the medical and dental records of patients
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Performance of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Dental Licensing Examinations Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Reinhard Chun Wang Chau, Khaing Myat Thu, Ollie Yiru Yu, Richard Tai-Chiu Hsung, Edward Chin Man Lo, Walter Yu Hang Lam
Objectives Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), including large language models (LLMs), has vast potential applications in health care and education. However, it is unclear how proficient LLMs are in interpreting written input and providing accurate answers in dentistry. This study aims to investigate the accuracy of GenAI in answering questions from dental licensing examinations. Methods A
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The 100 Most-Cited Randomised Controlled Trials in Orthodontics: A Bibliometric Study Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Xiang Yao Lam, Jianhan Ren, Andy Wai Kan Yeung, Yifan Lin
Introduction and aim Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) are recognised as the highest level of original evidence and provide essential evidence for dentists to practice evidence-based dentistry. By analysing the top 100 most-cited RCT reports in orthodontics, this study aimed to determine popular research topics, key authors, countries, journals, and their impacts. Methods A comprehensive search was
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The Prevalence, Dental Complications, and Effects of Infant Oral Mutilation Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-18 Daphne Spang, Arthur M. Kemoli, Hans J.J. de Soet, Kirsten A. Ziesemer, Catherine M.C. Volgenant
Objective The aim of this scoping review on infant oral mutilation (IOM) was to study the prevalence, dental complications, and immediate and long-term effects of this practice, in addition to providing a systematic overview on existing knowledge and analysis of identified knowledge gaps on IOM. Methods Five electronic bibliographic databases (OVID/Medline, Embase.com, Clarivate Analytics/Web of Science
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Visualisation of Droplet Flow Induced by Ultrasonic Dental Cleaning Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Haiyin Shu, Xiaoyan Yu, Xiankun Zhu, Fan Zhang, Junjie He, Xubo Duan, Mingkun Liu, Jiachun Li, Wei Yang, Jin Zhao
Introduction During dental treatment procedures ultrasonic scalers generate droplets containing microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. Hence, it is necessary to study the dynamic properties of generated droplets in order to investigate the risks associated with the spread of infection. The aim of this study was to visualise the flow state of droplets and to evaluate the impact of droplets generated
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Differences in the Ratios of General and Dental Specialists in Europe Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-16 Javier Fernández-Serrano, Eugenia García-Espona, José Antonio Alarcón, Cristina García-Espona, Ignacio García-Espona
Background The European Economic Area (EEA) is composed of member states with a multitude of different regions. This study aimed to analyse the ratios of general dentists and dental specialists to the total population and the proportion of dental specialists to general dentists in 24 European countries and to explore specific intranational differences within 2 countries: France and Germany. Methods
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Excessive Gag Reflex, Dental Anxiety, and Phobia of Vomiting in Dental Care Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-16 Nir Uziel, Efrat Gilon, Idan Bar, Naftaly Edri, Ilana Eli
Background The most known and commonly studied behavioral obstacle to dental care is dental anxiety. An obstacle that is less studied though no less problematic is excessive gag reflex, which can severely impede dental treatment. Another understudied and possibly related syndrome is emetophobia (a specific phobia of vomiting). Objective The aim of this study was to examine possible comorbidity amongst
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Epstein-Barr Virus Promotes Inflammatory Cytokine Production in Human Gingival Fibroblasts Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-15 Wenmin Zeng, Guojing Liu, Qingxian Luan, Chunyu Yang, Xin Luo, Zijun Zhu, Xiaoqian Yu
Background Periodontitis is one of the most common chronic oral inflammatory diseases. Over the past decade, herpes viruses, particularly Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), have been considered promising pathogenic candidates for periodontitis. However, the specific mechanism by which EBV contributes to the development of periodontitis is still unknown. This study aimed to explore the mechanism of EBV underlying
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A Comparative Study of the Sensitivity and Specificity of the Ishihara Test With Various Displays Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-15 Thomas Klinke, Wolfgang Hannak, Klaus Böning, Holger Jakstat
Objectives Visual colour differentiation in clinical research requires colour-competent (CC) participants. The Ishihara colour charts (ICC) have established themselves as the standard for CC screening of colour vision deficiencies (CVD). However, the extent to which the results can be compared with a presentation of the colour charts on a smartphone display (SD) is currently unknown. The aim of this
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Oral Health Service Use in Older Peruvians Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-14 Diego Azañedo, Fabriccio J. Visconti-Lopez, Akram Hernández-Vásquez
Objectives The aim of this work was to analyse inequalities in oral health services utilisation (OHSU) in older Peruvian adults through comparative analysis of the years 2019 and 2021. Methods We conducted a secondary analysis of data from the 2019 and 2021 Demographic and Health Survey (ENDES). The outcome variable was OHSU by older Peruvian adults in the past year. We used Poisson generalised linear
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Dental Care to Reduce Aspiration Pneumonia Recurrence: A Prospective Cohort Study Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-14 Taiju Miyagami, Yuji Nishizaki, Ryoko Imada, Kohei Yamaguchi, Masanori Nojima, Koshi Kataoka, Mizuki Sakairi, Nozomi Aoki, Takayuki Furusaka, Seiko Kushiro, Kwang-Seok Yang, Toru Morikawa, Haruka Tohara, Toshio Naito
Background Aspiration pneumonia has a high recurrence rate, and oral care by dentists has been found effective in preventing its onset; however, this has not been evaluated using prospective studies. Therefore, we conducted a prospective study to evaluate the effectiveness of professional oral care by dentists in reducing aspiration pneumonia recurrence in older adult patients. Methods In this prospective
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Simvastatin Induces Apoptosis but Attenuates Migration in SCAPs Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-14 Paak Rewthamrongsris, Suphalak Phothichailert, Uraiwan Chokechanachaisakul, Chatvadee Kornsuthisopon, Thanaphum Osathanon
Aim Simvastatin has emerged as having a promising role in controlling stem cell behaviours. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of simvastatin on the viability, growth, and migration of stem cells isolated from apical papillae (SCAPs) in vitro. Methods SCAPs were isolated and characterised. The viability and proliferation were assessed using live/dead and 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium
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Collaboration between oral health professionals and other health professionals Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12
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Mental health and well-being for oral health professionals and dental students Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12
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Perinatal and Infant Oral Health Care Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12
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Perception of Pain With Bitewing, DIAGNOcam, and Teeth Separation Amongst Children Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12 Osama M. Felemban, Jihan A. Khan, Najlaa M. Alamoudi, Eman A. El-Ashiry, Sara M. Bagher
Background This study evaluated the pain and discomfort associated with 3 diagnostic techniques for proximal carious lesions in children aged 5 to 8 years: bitewing (BW) radiographs, DIAGNOcam, and temporary teeth separation. Methods The study included 60 healthy children between the ages of 5 and 8 years who had no prior history of dry mouth or mouth breathing, were definitely positive or positive
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Alternative direct restorative materials to dental amalgam Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12
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Alcohol as a Risk for Oral Health Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12
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Social and Commercial Determinants of Oral Health Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-12
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Australian Dentist's Knowledge and Perceptions of Factors Affecting Radiographic Interpretation Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-06 Shwetha Hegde, Jinlong Gao, Rajesh Vasa, Shanika Nanayakkara, Stephen Cox
Background Errors of interpretation of radigraphic images, also known as interpretive errors, are a critical concern as they can have profound implications for clinical decision making. Different types of interpretive errors, including errors of omission and misdiagnosis, have been described in the literature. These errors can lead to unnecessary or harmful treat/or prolonged patient care. Understanding
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Effects of Propolis-Based Herbal Toothpaste on Dentine Hypersensitivity Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-05 Narges Naghsh, Fatemeh Mazrooei, Arezoo Hosseini, Sima Kiani, Amirhossein Sahebkar
Introduction The objective of this in vitro study was to compare the effectiveness of a propolis-based herbal toothpaste with 5% sodium fluoride varnishin obstructing human dentinal tubules; Scanning electron microscopy was utilised to obtain quantitative and qulitative data on tubular obstruction. Methods Thirty-nine extracted human premolar teeth were collected. The cementum layer was removed using
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Role of YAP in Odontoblast Damage Repair in a Dentin Hypersensitivity Model Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-05 Xiangyao Tong, Yijie Wang, Hui Zhang, Peiqi Liu, Chenxu Wang, Huizhe Liu, Rui Zou, Lin Niu
Objectives The aim of this study was to investigate the molecular mechanism underlying odontoblast damage repair in dentin hypersensitivity (DH) and the role of Yes-associated protein (YAP) in this process. Methods The DH model was constructed in Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats, and the in vivo expression of Piezo1, Integrin αvβ3, YAP, and dentin sialophosphoprotein (DSPP) was detected by immunohistochemistry
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Mucormycosis of the Mandible and Tongue: A Systematic Scoping Review Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-23 Kausar Sadia Fakhruddin, Victor Haruo Matsubara, Saman Warnakulasuriya, Wanninayake Mudiyansalage Tilakaratne, Hien Chi Ngo, Lakshman P. Samaranayake
Aim Mucormycosis is a rare human infection associated with Mucorales, a group of filamentous moulds found in different environmental niches. Its oral manifestations may occur in the mandible and tongue despite being rare. We aimed to systematically review the data on clinical manifestations, risk factors, diagnostic approaches, treatment options, and outcomes of mandibular and tongue mucormycosis.
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Uncovering the Hidden: A Study on Incidental Findings on CBCT Scans Leading to External Referrals Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-23 Sharmin Kadkhodayan, Fabiana T. Almeida, Hollis Lai, Camila Pacheco-Pereira
Objectives This project aims to determine the prevalence of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) findings requiring referral. Additionally, the goal is to establish a reference standard protocol for incidental findings, outlining indications for further investigation and management protocol. Methods Patients records from the Advanced Imaging Centre at the School of Dentistry, University of Alberta
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Can Binaural Beat Music Be Useful as a Method to Reduce Dental Patients’ Anxiety? Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-23 Negareh Salehabadi, Amirhossein Pakravan, Reza Rasti, Mehdi Pourasghar, Seyyed Jaber Mousavi, Mohammad Ebrahimi Saravi
Background One of the main issues in dentistry and a barrier to offering dental treatment is anxiety. The usage of music is one of the nonmedical ways to reduce anxiety. Binaural beat technology is used as a music treatment technique. The goal of this study wasto determine whether employing binaural beat technology during and after dental appointments can help patients feel less anxiety and pain. Methods
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p16 and p53 can Serve as Prognostic Markers for Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-16 Yue Wang, Fang Wang, Shuhan Wang, Lingnan Zhang, Honghai Fu, Legang Sun, Wenlong Wang, Chunxia Liu, Wenhao Ren, Ling Gao, Guoyi Xing, Xiangrui Ma
Objective The present study aimed to explore the expression and clinical significance of human papilloma virus-related pathogenic factors (p16, cyclin D1, p53) in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) and construct a predictive model. Methods The Cancer Genome Atlas was used to obtain clinical data for 112 patients with HNSCC. Expression of p16, p53, and cyclin D1 was quantified
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Alternative Direct Restorative Materials for Dental Amalgam: A Concise Review Based on an FDI Policy Statement Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-09 Gottfried Schmalz, Falk Schwendicke, Reinhard Hickel, Jeffrey A. Platt
Dental restorative procedures remain a cornerstone of dental practice, and for many decades, dental amalgam was the most frequently employed material. However, its use is declining, mainly driven by its poor aesthetics and by the development of tooth-coloured adhesive materials. Furthermore, the Minamata Convention agreed on a phase-down on the use of dental amalgam. This concise review is based on
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Oral Fluid Biomarkers for Peri-Implantitis: A Scoping Review Int. Dent. J. (IF 3.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-08 Supanat Lumbikananda, Supreda Suphanantachat Srithanyarat, Nikos Mattheos, Thanaphum Osathanon
Peri-implantitis, a prevalent complication in dental implant therapy, poses a significant threat to long-term implant success. The identification of reliable biomarkers for the early detection and monitoring of peri-implantitis is crucial for timely intervention and improved treatment outcomes. Salivary and peri-implant sulcular fluid (PISF) biomarkers have become promising diagnostic tools in the