Publications by authors named "Samantha Schaffer Pugsley Baratto"
The study aimed to explore the influence of genetic polymorphisms in ANKK1 and DRD2 on the signs and symptoms of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) in construction workers. This cross-sectional study included only male subjects. All construction workers were healthy and over 18 years age.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To evaluate if genetic polymorphisms in the oestrogen receptor 1 () and oestrogen receptor 2 () genes encoded for oestrogen receptors alpha (ERα) and beta (ERβ) are involved in permanent tooth size.
Design: Cross-sectional study.
Setting: Orthodontic Clinic at School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo.
Article Synopsis
- This study explored the connection between specific genetic variations (SNPs) in two genes and dental issues like caries and gingivitis among Brazilian kids aged 8-11.
- Researchers tested 353 children using dental assessments and analyzed DNA samples for SNPs, applying statistical methods to identify associations.
- Results indicated that certain genotypes (GG) reduced the risk of gingivitis and dental caries, thus highlighting the potential genetic influence on dental health in children.
The influence of root canal filling techniques on the penetration of AH Plus into dentinal tubules was evaluated using confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) and the impact on the bond strength of the filling material on the root dentin was evaluated using the push-out test. Roots of the maxillary central incisors (n=40) were prepared with ProTaper Universal and assigned to four groups: lateral condensation, vertical compaction, modified Tagger hybrid and single cone. After root canal filling with gutta-percha and AH Plus, along with the addition of 0.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of this case report is to highlight the importance of appropriate planning protocols when direct composite resin restorations are used to solve extensive esthetic problems. A 30-year-old patient complained about her small maxillary anterior teeth and short upper lip. All teeth were healthy and light colored, and the patient exhibited good oral hygiene.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of silanization protocols on the bond strength of two resin cements to a lithium disilicate glass-ceramic. Thirty-two ceramic discs were assigned to 2 groups (n=16): G1 - dual-cured resin cement and G2 - light-cured resin cement. Four subgroups were evaluated according to the used silanization protocol.
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- This study evaluated the effectiveness of the RaCe rotary system in shaping curved maxillary molar root canals through three assessment methods: radiographic analysis, digitized image evaluation, and histological analysis.
- The research involved ten extracted human molars, which were shaped using specific rotary instruments while monitoring for canal transportation and the impact on dentin walls.
- Results showed that the RaCe system successfully preserved the original canal path, improved canal enlargement, and effectively removed debris, without causing significant differences in dentin wall effects between the middle and apical thirds.