Patient-provider communication during consultations for elective dental procedures: A scoping review.

Introduction: Patient-provider communication (PPC) is a critical component of patient-centered care. Original studies have examined specific factors related to PPC during consultations for elective dental procedures, but this evidence has yet to be comprehensively summarized. This scoping review aimed to understand better the extent and depth of the available literature regarding factors that influence PPC during consultations for elective dental procedures.

Use of ultrasound imaging for assessment of the periodontium: A systematic review.

The objective of this study was to systematically review the literature regarding diagnostic applications of ultrasound imaging for evaluation of the periodontium in humans. The search was conducted on Medline, EMBASE, Web of Science, Scopus, Cochrane, and PubMed up to April 3, 2023. The studies included were exclusively human studies that assessed the periodontium with ultrasound (US) imaging (b-mode).

Loricrin and Cytokeratin Disorganisation in Severe Forms of Periodontitis.

Objective: The aim of this research was to investigate the role of the cornified epithelium, the outermost layer of the oral mucosa, engineered to prevent water loss and microorganism invasion, in severe forms of periodontitis (stage III or IV, grade C).

Methods: Porphyromonas gingivalis, a major periodontal disease pathogen, can affect cornified epithelial protein expression through chronic activation of signal transducer and activator of transcription 6 (Stat6). We used a mouse model, Stat6VT, that mimics this to determine the effects of barrier defect on P gingivalis-induced inflammation, bone loss, and cornified epithelial protein expression, and compared histologic and immunohistologic findings with tissues obtained from human controls and patients with stage III and IV, grade C disease.

Pre-treatment oral microbiome analysis and salivary Stephan curve kinetics in white spot lesion development in orthodontic patients wearing fixed appliances. A pilot study.

Background: White spot lesions (WSLs) are a formidable challenge during orthodontic treatment, affecting patients regardless of oral hygiene. Multifactorial in nature, amongst potential contributors to their development are the microbiome and salivary pH. The aim of our pilot study is to determine if pre-treatment differences in salivary Stephan curve kinetics and salivary microbiome features correlate with WSL development in orthodontic patients with fixed appliances.

A 2-plane micro-computed tomographic alveolar bone measurement approach in mice.

Purpose: This study introduces a standardized 2-plane approach using 8 landmarks to assess alveolar bone levels in mice using micro-computed tomography.

Materials And Methods: Bone level differences were described as distance from the cemento-enamel junction (CEJ) to alveolar bone crest (ABC) and as percentages of vertical bone height and vertical bone loss, comparing mice infected with (Pg) to controls. Eight measurements were obtained per tooth: 2 in the sagittal plane (mesial and distal) and 6 in the coronal plane (mesiobuccal, middle-buccal, distobuccal, mesiolingual, middle-lingual, and distolingual).

Impact of a CD36 inhibitor on Porphyromonas gingivalis mediated atherosclerosis.

Objective: To determine if AP5055 drug, an inhibitor of CD36, prevents the increase in Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) mediated atherosclerosis in low-density lipoprotein receptor knockout (LDLR KO) mice by targeting CD36.

Methods: Male LDLR KO mice were infected with P.

The impact of vaping on periodontitis: A systematic review.

Background And Objective: While tobacco cigarette smoking has been proven to be a risk factor for periodontitis, limited information is available regarding vaping, a new alternative to smoking that has been branded as less harmful. Several important in vitro studies have shown that vaping has a similarly damaging effect as cigarette smoking on the health of the periodontium. However, a comprehensive review is lacking in this field.

A peptide coating preventing the attachment of Porphyromonas gingivalis on the surfaces of dental implants.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate whether a peptide-based coating can prevent the adhesion of Porphyromonas gingivalis, a key human pathogen associated with periodontitis and peri-implantitis.

Background: Nonsurgical and surgical interventions have been used for the treatment of peri-implantitis; however, the effectiveness of these approaches is usually unsatisfactory. The main reason is that dental plaque on the surface of the implant is difficult to remove due to its rough surface and thread design.

Surgically accelerated orthodontic techniques and periodontal response: a systematic review.

Background: Reduction in orthodontic treatment time is gaining popularity due to patient demands. Several new techniques of acceleratory orthodontic treatment have been introduced to effectively treat the malocclusion in a shorter time period with minimal adverse effects.

Objective: The objective of this systematic review is to critically evaluate the potential effect of accelerated surgically assisted orthodontic techniques on periodontal tissues.

Loricrin downregulation and epithelial-related disorders: a systematic review.

Loricrin downregulation has been associated with age-related changes as well as inherited and inflammatory skin diseases. We hypothesize that changes in loricrin could be more related to altered barrier function and consequently disorders that affect epithelial cells, such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (AD), erythrokeratoderma, loricrin keratoderma (LK) and periodontitis. The aim of this review is to summarize what is known about the association between loricrin downregulation and epithelial-related disorders (ERDs).

Prevalence of Periodontitis in Young Populations: A Systematic Review.

Purpose: To assess the prevalence of periodontitis in young populations (previously termed aggressive periodontitis - AgP) and report on the earliest known occurrence of this disease.

Materials And Methods: A search was performed covering the last 18 years utilising the following databases: Medline (Ovid), PubMed and Embase. Four reviewers evaluated each study.

Diagnosis of aggressive periodontitis: A dilemma?

Periodontitis is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in the adult population. This disease can be classified into various categories, and one of the most destructive amongst them is aggressive periodontitis (AgP). The incidence of AgP is lower than other types of periodontitis.

Use of Mini-anchors and Rehabilitation with 0° Cusp Angle Teeth Complete Denture in Recurrent Condylar Dislocation: Technical Adequacy and Procedure.

Aim: To report a case of association between the surgical treatment of temporomandibular dysfunction and rehabilitation with denture total prosthesis (TP) using nonanatomic teeth (cusp 0°) in patients with anterior recurrent dislocation of the temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) and persistent uncontrolled mandibular movement, showing a technical adaptation and conduct.

Introduction: There are several treatment approaches available for dislocation of the TMJ. The use of condylar mini-anchors for recurrent TMJ dislocation is a valid option and should be considered since it does not alter the joint anatomy.

Evaluation of volumetric changes of teeth in a Brazilian population by using cone beam computed tomography.

The purpose of this study was to test the usefulness of some morphometric parameters of the teeth in 5 different age groups through images of Cone Beam CT. 118 upper central incisors clinically acquired of 60 women and 58 men aged between 22 and 70 years were selected. The hard tissue volume and the pulp cavity volume of each tooth was obtained and computed by the software DentalSlice(®) and the measures were assessed (pulp cavity volume, hard tissue volume, tooth volume and pulp cavity/tooth volume ratio).