Publications by authors named "A Mesgarani"

Article Synopsis
  • - This study examines the link between *Porphyromonas gingivalis* (a type of bacteria) and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), highlighting concerns about how the bacteria may influence disease progression and patient outcomes.
  • - A systematic review of 11 studies found significant correlations between high levels of *P. gingivalis* and worse overall survival rates, increased risk of ESCC, and more advanced disease stages in patients.
  • - The findings suggest the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene, as dental professionals should educate patients on how oral bacteria like *P. gingivalis* can be related to serious health issues like ESCC.
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Colonization of residual organisms in the root canal are major causes of root canal treatment failure. Therefore, the effective removal of organisms during root canal cleaning stages is of great importance. In this study, we aimed to investigate and compare the antimicrobial effects of several methods including high power laser irradiation, photodynamic therapy and triple antibiotic paste (TAP) on in the root canal.

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Since pain control in dental treatments, including root canal treatment, is challenging, and no study has measured the appropriate pattern of Anaheal Plus drug consumption in reducing pain after root canal treatment, in this study the appropriate pattern of taking Anaheal Plus drug in reducing pain after root canal treatment was evaluated. The present study examined maxillary and mandibular molar teeth with irreversible pulpitis. Patients were divided into three groups: A) Anaheal Plus capsule; B) control; and C) ibuprofen.

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Background: Aphthous stomatitis is one of the most common oral mucosal diseases. Due to the commonness of recurrent aphthous stomatitis and considering the anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and tissue regenerative properties of atorvastatin and the lack of a study on the effect of statins on minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, this study investigates the effect of atorvastatin mucoadhesive tablets as a topical treatment on reduction of symptoms and duration of this disease.

Methods: This study is a randomized, double-blinded clinical trial.

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Background: Cortisol is one of the important enzymes of saliva. Control of this hormone is an effective way to adjust the glucose level in diabetic patients.

Aim: The aim of this research is to compare the salivary cortisol level in type 2 diabetic patients and pre-diabetics with healthy people.

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