Publications by authors named "W Pitiphat"
Introduction: Chemo-mechanical caries removal (CMCR) offers an alternative to conventional drilling for carious dentin removal, but limited evidence exists on its long-term effects on treating caries in primary teeth. The primary aims of this study were to compare CMCR to drilling in terms of restoration status and the presence of secondary caries after 24 months.
Methods: A randomized, parallel-group, single-blinded, controlled trial was conducted in Thailand.
Aims: To assess the prevalence of abnormalities of teeth and jaws in thalassemia patients and their association with the severity and type of thalassemia.
Methods And Results: This cross-sectional study was conducted among thalassemia patients, attending the Pediatric Outpatient Clinic at a university hospital in Thailand. Data were collected from medical records, clinical and orthopantomographic examinations.
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- The study investigates the effectiveness of antifungal photodynamic therapy (PDT) using a combination of bisdemethoxycurcumin (BDMC) with melatonin (MLT) or acetyl-melatonin (AcO-MLT) against C. albicans biofilms.
- Findings showed significant reductions in colony forming units (CFUs) with specific combinations of BDMC and MLT, particularly notable at early post-treatment times.
- The research also highlights that MLT enhances singlet oxygen production, which correlates with antifungal efficacy, while BDMC showed minimal cytotoxic effects on human oral cells.
Introduction: Dental erosion is a common problem among swimmers. This study evaluated the effects of mouthguard use with or without neutralizing agents, compared to no mouthguard use, on the microhardness of dental enamel after a swimming simulation.
Methods: Ninety-six human premolars were randomly allocated into six groups of 16 each: Group A (no mouthguard), Group B (mouthguard only), Group C (mouthguard with fluoride toothpaste), Group D (mouthguard with fluoride-free toothpaste), Group E (mouthguard with CPP-ACP), and Group F (mouthguard with arginine-fluoride toothpaste).
Introduction And Aims: Caries risk assessment is an essential part of the diagnostic process. Many studies have assessed these tools, proving their effectiveness in reducing future caries risk in developed countries with low caries prevalence. However, Filipino children have consistently registered high caries prevalence rates in successive official surveys.
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