Predictive value of salivary microRNA-320a, vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2, CRP and IL-6 in Oral lichen planus progression.

Introduction: MicroRNA (miRNA) 320a and vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR-2) expression as the angiogenic biomarkers might be therapeutic targets in Oral lichen planus (OLP). IL-6 and C-reactive protein (CRP) could be prognostic in OLP, dysplastic OLP and Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Therefore, their salivary detections as the noninvasive tools were aimed in this study.

The Incidence of Intravascular Needle Entrance during Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block Injection.

Background And Aims: Dentists administer thousands of local anesthetic injections every day. Injection to a highly vascular area such as pterygomandibular space during an inferior alveolar nerve block has a high risk of intravascular needle entrance. Accidental intravascular injection of local anesthetic agent with vasoconstrictor may result in cardiovascular and central nervous system toxicity, as well as tachycardia and hypertension.

Evaluation of Glove Damage during Dental Procedures among Dental Specialists in Tabriz.

Background And Aims: Dental practitioners are prone to occupational risk of infection. This can be prevented in part by wearing gloves. However, for this to be effective, gloves should be intact during the entire course of dental procedure.