Publications by authors named "Suchaya Pornprasertsuk-Damrongsri"
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- The study aimed to compare the treatment time between digital and conventional workflows for single-implant crowns, using different materials: polymer-infiltrated ceramic-network (PICN) and lithium disilicate (LS2).
- A total of 40 patients were randomly assigned to either digital or conventional workflows, with treatment times measured and analyzed for both methods and materials used.
- Results showed that the digital workflow was significantly faster, taking about 104 minutes compared to 153 minutes for the conventional method, indicating a 39.2% time saving with digital approaches.
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- - The study aimed to develop deep learning models for detecting the relationship between mandibular third molars and the inferior alveolar canal using panoramic radiographs, evaluating various data augmentation techniques.
- - A total of 1,800 cropped images were classified and analyzed using three pretrained models (AlexNet, VGG-16, and GoogLeNet), with training data increased through different levels of augmentation.
- - Results showed all models performed well, particularly VGG-16, with ten-fold augmentation yielding the best overall accuracy, while the quality of original data and its labeling was crucial for model effectiveness.
Objectives: Orthognathic surgery is used to treat moderate to severe occlusal discrepancies. Examinations and measurements for preoperative screening are essential procedures. A careful analysis is needed to decide whether cases require orthognathic surgery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study aimed to compare the mean mineral density difference (mMDD) and surface morphology of 10- and 60-s silver diamine fluoride (SDF)-applied dentin carious lesions and to study the effect of an additional 20-s light curing (LC) on SDF-treated teeth. Forty primary molar blocks with natural dentin carious lesions were measured for baseline lesion depth and mineral density using Image-Pro Plus software. The samples were randomly distributed into 4 groups; 38% SDF applied for 1) 10-s (10SDF), 2) 60-s (60SDF), 3) 10-s + LC (10SDF + LC), 4) 60-s + LC (60SDF + LC) and an additional control group to assess the outcome of pH-cycling only.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPatient-reported outcome measures comparing static computer-aided implant surgery and conventional implant surgery for single-tooth replacement: A randomized controlled trial.
Chatchai Kunavisarut Akarin Santivitoonvong Sarunya Chaikantha Suchaya Pornprasertsuk-Damrongsri Tim Joda
Clin Oral Implants Res
March 2022
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- The study aimed to compare patient-reported outcomes between static computer-aided implant surgery (s-CAIS) and conventional implant surgery (CIS) for single-tooth replacement.
- Forty patients were assigned to either s-CAIS or CIS, with their anxiety, pain levels, and oral health quality assessed before and after surgery through questionnaires.
- Results showed no significant differences in anxiety, pain, or quality of life between the two groups, with both types of surgery leading to similar recovery experiences over time.
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- The study aimed to examine how the depth of dental implants beneath the gum line affects the accuracy and reliability of 3D implant positioning, alongside comparing various digital impression techniques.
- Three master models were created with implants submerged at depths of 3, 6, and 9 mm, and different impression methods were tested to assess their precision.
- Results indicated that most digital scanners provided superior accuracy and consistency compared to conventional impressions, particularly at the 6-mm depth, while the E3 scanner demonstrated the highest precision overall.
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- * Forty patients needing implant-supported crowns were randomly assigned to either group and divided based on the restorative material: lithium disilicate or polymer-infiltrated ceramic networks, with satisfaction assessed at two different times.
- * Results showed that patients were more satisfied with the digital IOS method, particularly in terms of taste irritation, while the final restorations had similar evaluation scores regardless of the material used.
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- The study aimed to assess the alveolar antral artery (AAA) canals in the posterior maxilla using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), focusing on their prevalence, size, and spatial relation to the maxillary sinus and edentulous alveolar crest.
- An evaluation of CBCT images from 280 patients revealed that the AAA canal was present in 94.6% of cases, with a mean diameter of 1.05 mm, showing significant differences in distances from the canal to the alveolar crest across different tooth locations.
- The results highlighted that the intrasinus position of the AAA canal is common, and due to its proximity to the alveolar crest, CBCT imaging is crucial for planning sinus lift procedures
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- The study aimed to compare the radiographic features of odontogenic keratocysts (OKCs) and ameloblastomas, looking at aspects like shape, borders, and tooth displacement.
- A total of 100 OKCs and 101 ameloblastomas were analyzed, revealing significant differences in characteristics; for example, OKCs were mostly unilocular and had smooth borders, while ameloblastomas were often multilocular and had scalloped borders.
- The findings suggest that a smooth, unilocular lesion with no tooth displacement or root resorption is more likely to be an OKC rather than an ameloblastoma.
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- The study investigates the relationship between oral diseases and postmenopausal status, specifically looking at plasma osteocalcin (OCN) levels, dental health, and mandibular bone density in postmenopausal women compared to premenopausal women.* -
- Results show that postmenopausal women had significantly higher OCN levels, more missing teeth, and worse dental health indicators, while also exhibiting lower mandibular bone density.* -
- The findings suggest that postmenopause is linked to increased oral health issues and changes in bone density, highlighting the need for better dental care in this demographic.*
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- The study aimed to explore the levels of plasma osteopontin (OPN) and osteocalcin (OCN) in dental patients with carotid artery calcification (CAC) and how these proteins relate to kidney function and tooth loss.
- Results indicated that individuals with CAC had higher OPN and OCN levels than those without, though other health characteristics were similar between the two groups.
- A significant correlation was found between OPN and OCN levels, renal function (estimated glomerular filtration rate), and tooth loss, suggesting that dental patients with CAC and increased tooth loss may have reduced kidney function and should be further evaluated.
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- The study focused on the prevalence and branching patterns of the inferior alveolar canal (IAC) in the premolar and molar areas using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT).
- Researchers analyzed CBCT images from patients to classify IAC branches into several types and recorded data based on side, area, and patient sex.
- Results showed that 43.62% of sites had branches, with notable differences in branching patterns between the premolar and molar areas, and a higher frequency of branches in molar areas for men, highlighting the importance for clinicians in surgical considerations.
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- - The study aimed to assess how common retromolar canals are and identify their different types using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images of patients with mandibular third molars from 2013 to 2015.
- - Researchers analyzed 201 mandibular sites from 156 subjects, finding that retromolar canals were present in 63.68% of cases, with the most common type being the radicular-retromolar type (38.10%).
- - The results highlight the importance for clinicians to recognize these anatomical variations, as the presence of retromolar canals can impact surgical procedures in the retromolar region.
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- This study investigates the link between specific bacteria related to periodontitis and metabolic syndrome by measuring plasma IgG levels and C-reactive protein among 127 individuals aged 35-76.
- Among participants, those with metabolic syndrome showed a lower immune response to A. actinomycetemcomitans, while higher IgG levels to P. gingivalis were found in severe periodontitis patients.
- The findings suggest that decreased IgG antibodies to A. actinomycetemcomitans and increased C-reactive protein may play a role in the connection between periodontal disease and metabolic syndrome, particularly in Thai individuals.
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- The study aimed to assess how accurate linear measurements from cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images and digital panoramic radiographs are at different dental implant sites.
- A total of 50 implant sites on six skulls were examined using various imaging protocols and compared to physical measurements taken with a digital caliper, establishing a gold standard for accuracy.
- The results indicated that while all imaging methods provided reliable measurements with high observer agreement, CBCT showed better accuracy than panoramic radiographs, particularly in the mandible, making CBCT a preferred choice for implant planning.
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- * Conducted on 265 patients over 50 years old, the research found a CCA prevalence of 38.49%, with common systemic diseases including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.
- * Results indicated that CCA presence on X-rays does not correlate with any of the examined systemic diseases, whether considered individually or in combination.
The prevalence of carotid artery calcifications detected on panoramic radiographs in patients with metabolic syndrome.
Suchaya Pornprasertsuk-Damrongsri Warapat Virayavanich Supanee Thanakun Pimjai Siriwongpairat Pattra Amaekchok
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod
October 2009
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- The study aimed to assess how common carotid artery calcifications (CAC) are in patients with metabolic syndrome (MetS) using panoramic radiographs.
- 85 Thai participants, including 29 men and 56 women categorized as having MetS, were evaluated, and findings were confirmed through ultrasonography.
- The results showed that 22.4% had CAC, with a higher occurrence in men (12 men, 7 women), indicating a significant prevalence of CAC among Thai individuals with MetS.
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- - Decorin (DCN) plays a critical role in the process of bone matrix mineralization, with its expression decreasing as mineralized nodules develop in MC3T3-E1 cell cultures.
- - Clones with higher DCN levels (S-DCN) showed inhibited mineralization and thinner collagen fibers, while those with lower DCN levels (AS-DCN) exhibited accelerated mineralization and thicker, irregular collagen structures.
- - In vivo experiments revealed that AS-DCN transplants formed more extensive bone-like matrices compared to controls, indicating that DCN impacts bone formation through its influence on collagen assembly.
Carotid artery calcification detected on panoramic radiographs in a group of Thai population.
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod
January 2006
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- A study aimed to find the prevalence of carotid artery calcification (CAC) in a Thai population aged 50 and older by reviewing panoramic radiographs from 1,370 patients.
- The results showed that 2.5% of patients had CAC, with a higher occurrence in women, and many of these individuals had health issues like hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia.
- The research suggests that while CAC is rare in this population, dentists should recognize it on radiographs and refer patients for further medical evaluation.