Biodegradation of crystal violet by newly isolated bacteria.

Confronting the environmental threat posed by textile dyes, this study highlights bioremediation as a pivotal solution to mitigate the impacts of Crystal Violet, a widely-utilized triphenylmethane dye known for its mutagenic and mitotic toxicity. We isolated and identified several bacterial strains capable of degrading Crystal Violet under various environmental conditions. Newly identified strains, including , sp.

Erratum to "Isocudraxanthone K Induces Growth Inhibition and Apoptosis in Oral Cancer Cells via Hypoxia Inducible Factor-1".

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A better facial contour accomplished by parotid duct preserving superficial parotidectomy.

Depression of facial contour after parotidectomy is still challenging to many of surgeons. A 68-year-old man presented with a 4-month history of a painless swelling in both parotid area. The mass was multiple and fixed at the parotid region.

Traumatic Epidermoid Inclusion Cyst on Cheek Area.

An epidermoid inclusion cyst is basically an epidermoid cyst resulting from the traumatic implantation of epidermal elements into the dermis with their subsequent cystic transformation. A case of an epidermal inclusion cyst of the cheek region is described in a 54-year-old man, whose feature was rather unusual, in that it presented as a fixed, indurated, inflamed, and sometimes, mimicking a parotid gland infection. The cyst was particularly persistent and recurred within a month of its medical treatment and had to be re-excised along with the adjacent parotid mass.

Pathologic Patency Analysis of the Descending Branch of the Lateral Femoral Circumflex Artery in Head and Neck Reconstruction.

The pathophysiology of atherosclerotic lesion progression shows that the composition of an atherosclerotic lesion is related to the clinical status of the patient. In humans, certain artery types, such as the coronary artery, renal artery, and internal carotid artery at the level of the carotid sinus and aorta, are prone to develop clinically manifested atherosclerosis, whereas other artery types remain free of atherosclerotic disease. In head and neck reconstruction, various flaps are used.

Papillary Carcinoma Within a Thyroglossal Duct Cyst in a 17-Year-Old Child.

Thyroglossal duct cyst is a frequent event; however, papillary carcinoma within a thyroglossal duct cyst is rare, particularly in children. A 17-year-old girl presented with an asymptomatic mid-submental mass for the last 2 months. The diagnosis of thyroglossal duct cyst was made based on physical examination and computed tomography finding.

Fingertip Replantation Using Y-Shaped Vein Graft to Pulp Artery.

Re-establishing adequate venous outflow is the most important factor for success of fingertip replantation. However, in zone I level, replantation is very difficult, especially in repairing venous circulation. The authors have made an attempt to replantation using Y-shaped vein (YSV) graft to identify and repair veins easily in fingertip replantation.

Isocudraxanthone K induces growth inhibition and apoptosis in oral cancer cells via hypoxia inducible factor-1α.

Isocudraxanthone K (IK) is a novel, natural compound from a methanol extract of the root bark of Cudrania tricuspidata. It has not been shown previously that IK possessed antitumor activity. We investigated the antitumor effects and molecular mechanism of IK and related signal transduction pathway(s) in oral squamous cell carcinoma cells (OSCCCs).

Cavernous hemangioma with large phlebolith of the parotid gland.

Hemangiomas are vascular anomalies characterized by increased proliferation and turnover of endothelial cells. Hemangiomas of the parotid region are relatively uncommon in adult population, and there are a few reports of hemangioma with large phlebolith within the parotid gland. We herein report a case of it.

The role of PIN1 on odontogenic and adipogenic differentiation in human dental pulp stem cells.

Recently, the involvement of PIN1, a peptidyl-prolyl cis/trans isomerase, has been reported in age-related bone homeostasis and adipogenesis. However, the role of PIN1 during odontogenic and adipogenic differentiation remains to be fully understood, particularly regarding human dental pulp stem cells (HDPSCs). Thus, in the present study, we have investigated the role of PIN1 in odontogenic and adipogenic differentiation of HDPSCs and signaling pathways possibly involved.

Pediatric lipoblastoma of the neck.

Background: Lipoblastoma is a rare, benign, and encapsulated tumor arising from embryonic white fat. Most of the cases occur in the extremities and the trunk; only a few cases in the head and the neck are reported. Thus, we present a case of lipoblastoma of the neck with a review of the literature.

Clinical analysis of an ultrasound system in the evaluation of skin cancers: correlation with histology.

Background: The assessment of skin cancers in the clinical setting is often difficult, with important features such as depth and width remaining unknown until the biopsy with pathology reports are received. When we remove skin cancers, with those especially involving the face, aesthetics and invasion to surrounding structures such as bone and cartilage are important features for deciding the optimal surgical procedure and future reconstructive options. The aim of the study was to compare the accuracy of the ultrasound system in vivo and to correlate the results with the histopathological tumor thickness measured in skin cancer patients.

Growth inhibition and apoptosis-inducing effects of cudraflavone B in human oral cancer cells via MAPK, NF-κB, and SIRT1 signaling pathway.

The goal of this study was to investigate the effect and molecular mechanism of cudraflavone B, a prenylated flavonoid isolated from the root bark of Cudrania tricuspidata, against oral squamous cell carcinoma cells. We observed that cudraflavone B inhibited proliferation of these cells in a time- and dose-dependent manner. At 15 µM, cudraflavone B induced cell death via apoptosis (characterized by the appearance of nuclear morphology) and increased the accumulation of the sub-G1 peak (portion of apoptotic annexin V positive cells).

Sodium hydrogen sulfide inhibits nicotine and lipopolysaccharide-induced osteoclastic differentiation and reversed osteoblastic differentiation in human periodontal ligament cells.

Although previous studies have demonstrated that hydrogen sulfide (H(2)S) stimulated or inhibited osteoclastic differentiation, little is known about the effects of H(2)S on the differentiation of osteoblasts and osteoclasts. To determine the possible bioactivities of H(2)S on bone metabolism, we investigated the in vitro effects of H(2)S on cytotoxicity, osteoblastic, and osteoclastic differentiation as well as the underlying mechanism in lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and nicotine-stimulated human periodontal ligament cells (hPDLCs). The H(2)S donor, NaHS, protected hPDLCs from nicotine and LPS-induced cytotoxicity and recovered nicotine- and LPS-downregulated osteoblastic differentiation, such as alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, mRNA expression of osteoblasts, including ALP, osteopontin (OPN), and osteocalcin (OCN), and mineralized nodule formation.

Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharide regulates interleukin (IL)-17 and IL-23 expression via SIRT1 modulation in human periodontal ligament cells.

Increased interleukin (IL)-17 and IL-23 levels exist in the gingival tissue of periodontitis patients, but the precise molecular mechanisms that regulate IL-17 and IL-23 production remain unknown. The aim of this study was to explore the role of SIRT1 signaling on Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced IL-17 and IL-23 production in human periodontal ligament cells (hPDLCs). IL-17 and IL-23 production was significantly increased in LPS-treated cells.

Transient total facial nerve paralysis: an unusual complication of transoral endoscopic-assisted management of subcondylar fracture.

Endoscopic-assisted repair of subcondylar fractures is an additional tool for management; however, there is a steep learning curve. Generally, this technique allows good visualization of the fracture site for reduction through an incision with an acceptable cosmetic result. Recently, the surgical techniques and technology as well as the indications for endoscopic facial fracture repair are in development; there are few available data in the literature regarding detail complications and recovery processes following endoscopic fracture treatment.

Parotid gland tumors in a Korean population.

Salivary gland tumors occur in about 3% of the head and neck tumors, and among the salivary gland tumors, parotid gland tumor occurs in about 80%. Because of its low frequency and small cases, it is hard to establish the epidemiologic characteristics of the tumors. This study was performed retrospectively from February 1987 to August 2010.

Herpes zoster developing within recent subciliary incision scar.

Herpes zoster is a common dermatologic disease characterized by unilateral pain and vesicular lesions over the unilateral sensory dermatomes being caused by the reactivation of varicella zoster virus, and its incidence seems to be increasing recently. In case of involving the ganglion of the fifth cranial nerve (trigeminal nerve), it can descend down the affected nerve into the skin, then producing an eruption in the dermatome. Among the patients with this disease, about 40% to 50% had associated conditions such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, pulmonary tuberculosis, liver diseases, peptic ulcer, hypothyroidism, or pharyngitis but rarely facial trauma.

Pseudoaneurysm of the facial artery after the injection of local anesthetics.

Generally, a true aneurysm is a dilatation of the vessel wall, whereas a pseudoaneurysm (PA) is a weakening or rent in a vessel wall, with contained rupture into the surrounding tissues. In the face, PAs of the facial artery are an extremely rare development after penetrating or blunt trauma. A 31-year-old woman presented with nontender, palpable, and firm lump that had been steadily increasing in size over a 4-week period.

Wide excision of accessory parotid gland with anterior approach.

Accessory parotid gland tissue has been described as salivary tissue adjacent to the Stensen duct that is distinctly separate from the main body of the parotid gland. Of all parotid gland tumors, 1% to 8% arise from the accessory parotid gland. Little is known about the accessory parotid gland, and it is seldom mentioned in the literature.

Role of SIRT1 in heat stress- and lipopolysaccharide-induced immune and defense gene expression in human dental pulp cells.

Introduction: Although bacterial infection and heat stress are common causes of injury in human dental pulp cells (HDPCs), little is known about the potential defense mechanisms mediating their effects. This study examined the role of SIRT1 in mediating heat stress and lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced immune and defense gene expression in HDPCs.

Methods: HDPCs were exposed to heat stress (42°C) for 30 minutes after stimulation with LPS (1 μg/mL) for 48 hours.