Influence of a retentive shoulder design to prevent early failure of three core build-ups

Abstract This study evaluated the influence of a retentive shoulder design to prevent early failure of three resin composite build-ups on molars. Ninety-six intact extracted human maxillary third molars were assigned to two groups (n=48) based on occlusal, buccal cusps only and all cusps reduction. The groups were divided into two subgroups: pin retained and non-pin retained build-ups resulting in four groups (n=24), according the cusps reduction: pin retained/partial, pin retained/complete, non-pin retained/partial, non-pin retained/complete. Occlusal reduction was 3 mm with a semi-lunar retentive shoulder of 3 mm and an axial wall height of 1.5 mm. Groups were restored using a microhybrid, flowable or titanium reinforced resin composite. Modified self-curing acrylic resin provisional crowns were fabricated, cemented with non-eugenol temporary cement and thermal cycled. An instron machine applied tension to the provisional crowns parallel to the long axis of the tooth until dislodgement. A three-way analysis of variance was conducted on the influence of the variables on the retention of the core build-up. Ninety-three build-ups were retained under tensile load, while three core build-ups without pins were dislodged. Three-way analysis of variance showed no statistically significant difference between core build-ups using a retentive shoulder and pin retained core build-ups when tested under tensile load. With the advent of adhesive systems, increased surface area and retentive shoulder design can provide a retentive core foundation to prevent early failures of core build-ups during indirect restoration fabrication which will contribute to the longevity of final restorations.

Resumo Este estudo avaliou a influência de um preparo retentivo em forma de ombro para prevenir a falha precoce de núcleos de preenchimento realizados em molares com 3 diferentes tipos de resina composta. Noventa e seis terceiros molares superiores hígidos extraídos de humanos, foram divididos em dois grupos (n=48) de acordo com o tipo de redução oclusal: em todas as cúspides (total) ou nas cúspides vestibulares (parcial). Os grupos foram divididos em dois subgrupos: núcleos retidos a pinos e não retidos a pinos, resultando em quatro grupos (n=24): redução oclusal total/retido a pino, redução oclusal parcial/retido a pino, redução oclusal total/não retido a pino, redução oclusal parcial/não retido a pino. A redução oclusal foi de 3 mm com um ombro retentivo semilunar de 3 mm e uma altura de parede axial de 1,5 mm. Os grupos foram restaurados utilizando resina composta microhíbrida, fluível ou reforçada com titânio. Foram confeccionadas coroas provisórias de resina acrílica autopolimerizável modificada, cimentadas com cimento provisório sem eugenol e termocicladas. Uma máquina universal de ensaios foi utilizada para tracionar as coroas provisórias paralelamente ao longo eixo do dente até o seu deslocamento. Análise de variância de 3 fatores foi aplicada para avaliar o efeito dos fatores na retenção do núcleo. Noventa e três núcleos de preenchimento permaneceram retidos sob a carga de tração, enquanto três núcleos de preenchimento sem pinos foram deslocados. A análise de variância não mostrou diferença significante entre os núcleos de preenchimento com desenho retentivo e os núcleos de preenchimento retidos a pinos. Com o advento dos sistemas adesivos, o aumento da área de superfície e o desenho retentivo dos ombros podem fornecer um preparo retentivo para evitar falhas precoces nos núcleos de preenchimento durante a fabricação de restaurações indiretas, o que contribuirá para a longevidade das restaurações finais.

Microbial species associated with dental caries found in saliva and in situ after use of self-ligating and conventional brackets

Abstract Objectives Enamel demineralization is among the main topics of interest in the orthodontic field. Self-ligating brackets have been regarded as advantageous in this aspect. The aim of this study was to evaluate the break homeostasis in the oral environment and the levels of microorganisms associated with dental caries among the different types of brackets. Material and Methods Twenty patients received two self-ligating brackets: In-Ovation®R, SmartClipTM, and one conventional GeminiTM. Saliva was collected before bonding (S0), 30 (S1) and 60 (S2) days after bonding. One sample of each bracket was removed at 30 and 60 days for the in situ analysis. Checkerboard DNA-DNA Hybridization was employed to evaluate the levels of microbial species as-sociated with dental caries. Data were evaluated by nonparametric Friedman and Wilcoxon tests at 5% significance level. Results The salivary levels of L. casei (p=0.033), S. sobrinus (p=0.011), and S. sanguinis (p=0.004) increased in S1. The in situ analyses showed alteration in S. mutans (p=0.047), whose highest levels were observed to the In-Ovation®R. Conclusions The orthodontic appliances break the salivary homeostasis of microorganisms involved in dental caries. The contamination pattern was different between self-ligating and conventional brackets. The In-Ovation®R presented worse performance considering the levels of cariogenic bacterial species.

Clinical trial for evaluation of Ricinus communis and sodium hypochlorite as denture cleanser

Abstract The development of opportunistic infections due to poor denture hygiene conditions justified the search for effective hygiene protocols for controlling denture biofilm. Objective This study evaluated Ricinus communis and sodium hypochlorite solutions in terms of biofilm removal ability, remission of candidiasis, antimicrobial activity, and participant satisfaction. Material and Methods It was conducted a controlled clinical trial, randomized, double-blind, and crossover. Sixty-four denture wearers with (n=24) and without candidiasis (n=40) were instructed to brush (3 times/day) and immerse their dentures (20 min/day) in different storage solutions (S1 / S2: 0.25% / 0.5% sodium hypochlorite; S3: 10% R. communis; S4: Saline).The trial period for each solution was seven days and a washout period of seven days was used before starting the use of another solution. The variables were analyzed at baseline and after each trial period. The biofilm of inner surfaces of maxillary dentures was disclosed, photographed, and total and dyed areas were measured (Image Tool software). The percentage of biofilm was calculated. Remission of candidiasis was assessed by visual scale and score were attributed. Antimicrobial activity was assessed by the DNA-Checkerboard hybridization method. Patient satisfaction was measured using a questionnaire. Results S1 (4.41±7.98%) and S2 (2.93±5.23%) were more effective then S3 (6.95±10.93%) in biofilm remotion(P<0.0001). All solutions were different from the control (11.07±11.99%). S3 was the most effective solution in remission of candidiasis (50%), followed by S1 (46%). Concerning antimicrobial action, S1/S2 were similar and resulted in the lowest microorganism mean count (P=0.04), followed by S3. No significant differences were found with patient's satisfaction. Conclusions 10% R. communis and 0.25% sodium hypochlorite were effective in biofilm removal, causing remission of candidiasis and reducing the formation of microbial colonies in denture surfaces. All solutions were approved by patients.

Clinical Evaluation of Residual Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate Released from Two Different Anticalculus Flosses

The aim of this study was to compare the residual content of tetrasodium pyrophosphate released by two different anticalculus dental flosses (Reach PP(r) - entangled polypropylene floss and Reach NT(r) - texturized nylon) in the oral cavity. Ten healthy individuals (aged between 18 and 30 years) were enrolled in this randomized crossover clinical investigation. Participants received instructions on daily dental flossing and the interventions were randomly performed in 2 different groups (NT or PP) of five individuals each according to the dental flosses. Individuals were instructed to use each dental floss with a total of six slides on the two interproximal aspects of target teeth (3 slides on each interproximal aspect). A washout period of one week was used before start flossing interventions and after each type of dental floss to prevent any bias related to the exposure to any product that contained the active ingredient. Samples were collected by #35 sterilized absorbent paper points from interdental fluid after flossing and assessed by ion chromatography. The levels of residual tetrasodium pyrophosphate were evaluated by means of binomial generalized linear model proportions and canonical link function. Both dental flosses were effective in tetrasodium pyrophosphate release at therapeutic levels in the interdental gingival crevicular fluid for a period of up to 2 h after use. No significant differences were found between both groups (p>0.05). It may be concluded that both material composition and physical structure of the new dental floss did not affect the release or the maintenance of anticalculus agent at therapeutic levels for a period of up to 2 h after single use.

O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar o teor residual de pirofosfato de tetrasodio liberado por dois tipos diferentes de fio dental anti-cálculo (Reach PP(r) - polipropileno entrelaçado e Reach NT(r) - nylon texturizado) na cavidade oral. Dez indivíduos saudáveis (com idade entre 18 e 30 anos) foram selecionados para este estudo clínico em modelo crossover. Os participantes receberam instruções sobre como utilizarem os fios dentais e as intervenções foram randomicamente realizadas em 2 grupos de 5 participantes de acordo com o tipo de fio avaliado. O participantes foram instruídos a passarem cada fio dental em um total de 6 passadas ao redor dos 2 espaços interproximais dos dentes selecionados (3 passadas em cada face interproximal). Um período de washout de 1 semana foi utilizado antes do início do estudo e após cada intervenção com o objetivo de prevenir a ocorrência de viés relacionado à exposição de algum agente terapêutico. Amostras do fluido interdental após as intervenções foram avaliadas por meio de cromatografia de íons. A porcentagem residual de pirofosfato tetrassódico foi verificada empregando-se o método da cromatografia de íons, pela colheita do fluido interdental com cones de papel absorvente esterilizados. Os teores de pirofosfato tetrassódico residual foram comparados para cada fio dental e para cada tempo de colheita do fluido interdental. Não foram observadas diferenças significantes entre os grupos avaliados (p>0,05). Conclui-se que a composição do material e a estrutura física dos fios dentais não exerceram influência na liberação e na permanência do agente anti-tártaro, que permaneceu em níveis terapêuticos por um período de até 2 h após o uso único.

Chronic temporomandibular pain treatment using sodium diclofenac / Tratamiento crónico del dolor temporomandibular con diclofenaco sódico

This study evaluate spontaneous pain after and before administration of sodium diclofenac, isolated or associated to carisoprodol, acetaminophen and caffeine, in chronic temporomandibular disorders (TMD) patients. Were selected eighteen volunteers, both men and women, between 35-70 years of age (mean age 50 years). The inclusion criteria was masticatory muscle pain, and the Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD) was used on the diagnose. The selection of treatment for each individual was done by a triple-blind full-randomized crossover methodology. Thus, all patients were submitted to all treatment at different moments, in a non standardized sequence, avoiding tendentious results. The treatments were: A (sodium diclofenac + carisoprodol + acetaminophen + caffeine), B (sodium diclofenac) and C (placebo), all associated with an occlusal splint. Each treatment period was followed by an eleven-day washout. There weren't observed differences between initial and final values of treatments. However, there were statistically significant differences in evaluative and miscellaneous sensorial groups after B treatment; and in sensorial, affective, and total score groups after B and C treatments. Within the limitations of this investigation, we conclude that treatment of muscular TMD patients with sodium diclofenac isolated promoted higher analgesia than treatment with sodium diclofenac more associations or placebo, when associated to an occlusal splint.

Este estudio evaluó el dolor espontáneo antes y después de la administración de diclofenaco sódico, aislado o asociado a carisoprodol, paracetamol y cafeína, en pacientes con trastornos temporomandibulares crónicos (TTM). Se seleccionaron dieciocho voluntarios, hombres y mujeres, entre 35-70 años de edad (edad media 50 años). Los criterios de inclusión fueron dolor muscular masticatorio, y los criterios diagnósticos para trastornos temporomandibulares (RDC / TMD) como diagnóstico. La selección del tratamiento para cada individuo se llevó a cabo mediante una metodología de cruce triple ciego completo al azar. Por lo tanto, todos los pacientes fueron sometidos a todos los tratamientos en diferentes momentos, en una secuencia no estandarizada, evitando los resultados tendenciosos. Los tratamientos fueron: A (diclofenaco sódico + carisoprodol + acetaminofen + cafeína), B (diclofenaco sódico) y C (placebo), todos asociados a una férula oclusal. Cada período de tratamiento fue seguido por once días. No se encontraron diferencias entre los valores inicial y final de los tratamientos. Sin embargo, hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas en los grupos de evaluación sensorial y después del tratamiento B, y en los grupos de calificación sensorial, afectivo, y el total después de los tratamientos B y C. Dentro de las limitaciones de esta investigación, se concluye que el tratamiento con diclofenaco sódico aislado en pacientes con TTM musculares promueve una mayor analgesia que el tratamiento con diclofenaco sódico más asociaciones o placebo, cuando se asocia a una férula oclusal.

Uso de la técnica de hibridización checkerboard ADN-ADN para la identificación de la microbiota periimplantaria: revisión bibliográfica / Use of checkerboard DNA-DNA hybridization technique for periimplantitis microbiota identification: literature review

El término Periimplantitis hace referencia a la condición de enfermedad en los tejidos de soporte de los implantes bucales. Su etiología es multifactorial, aunque la biopelícula microbiana desempeña un papel esencial en la etiopatogenia de la enfermedad. A través de técnicas de cultivo, se han identificado algunas bacterias implicadas en la etiopatogenia de las periodontopatías, entre estas, especies pertenecientes a los Géneros Fusobacterium, Prevotella y Porphyromonas. El desarrollo de técnicas de biologia molecular permite la identificación de especies bacterianas que antes no eran referidas como parte de la microbiota responsable de la patogénesis periodontal. La detección de la microbiota presente en los sacos periodontales que se originan alrededor de los implantes es necesaria para el establecimiento de la conducta terapéutica a ser instruida, más aún si se toma den consideración que las alteraciones de las estructuras de soporte están directamente relacionadas con muchos de los microorganismos presentes y constituyen una de las causas más frecuentes de fracaso del tratamiento rehabilitador con implantes. El objetivo de este artículo es presentar una revisión bibliográfica de la técnica de hibridización checkerboard ADN-ADN para la identificación de los microorganismos más frecuentemente asociados a la peri-implantitis

The periimplantitis term is characterized as a disease that affects the support implant tissues. It has a multifactorial etiology, with an important role of the biofilm on the periodontal diseases. The culture techniques use possibilited to identify bacterias responsible for periodontal alterations, as Fusobacterium, Prevotella and Porphyromonas ssp. The development of the molecular biology techniques possibilited the identification of some bacterial species, that there were not related in the literature and there were responsible for periodontal pathogenesis. The microbiota present on the periodontal pockets in overdentures may contribute in the orientation of the therapeutic procedures, considering that the structural alterations on the periodontal tissues are straightly related to microorganism presence, and it constitutes one of the causes that affect the oral rehabilitation treatment with implants. This, the aim of this study was to present a literature review of DNA-DNA hybridization technique in the identification of the microorganisms more related to periimplantitis

Histological Evaluation of the Bone Repair Using Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Combined to a Material Carrier / Evaluación Histológica del Proceso de Reparación Ósea Utilizando Agregado Trióxido Mineral Combinado a un Material Cargador

The aim of this study was to present a possible carrier for MTA, monoolein gel, with the objective to maintain this material in the place that was inserted and verify if this procedure is able to optimize its action. The data were evaluated by histomorphometric method and submitted to statistical analysis. The histological responses observed in this study indicate that the MTA is a reliable material and should be considered effective in bone periapical defects and the monoolein gel was capable to maintain the MTA in situ.

El objetivo de este estudio fue presentar el gel de monoleína como un posible cargador para el MTA y verificar si es capaz de optimizar su acción. Los datos obtenidos fueron evaluados por métodos histomorfométricos y sometidos a análisis estadístico. El resultado histológico reveló que el MTA es un material efectivo para utilizarlo en defectos óseos periapicales y que el gel de monoleína es capaz de mantener el MTA in situ.

Biomaterials Applied to the Bone Healing Process / Biomateriales con Aplicación en el Proceso de Reparación Ósea

An recent innovation in medicine is the application of the biomaterials in bone healing process. Thus, this work has the objective to present an overview of the uses and insertions of these biomaterials and its components mostly used in the bone repair.

Una innovación reciente en medicina es la utilización de biomatenales en la reparación de defectos óseos. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo presentar una actualización de los usos y aplicaciones de biomateriales y de sus diversos constituyentes más empleados en la reparación de los huesos.

Bone morphogenetic proteins: its application in the process of repairing the dentin pulp complex

Evolution of knowledge related to molecular Biology has been applied in different areas of clinical Biology, Dentistry among them, allowing the use of these new advances in the treatment of offenses to the pulpal organ. The use of bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) represents another possibility in the treatment of exposed pulps with no contact with aggressive agents and free from undesirable effects to maintain pulp vitality.

La evolución del conocimiento relacionado a la Biología Molecular ha sido aplicado en diferentes áreas de la Biología Clínica, entre ellas la Odontología, permitiendo el uso de esos nuevos adelantos en el tratamiento de agresiones al órgano pulpar. El uso de proteínas óseas morfogenéticas (BMPs), representa otra posibilidad en el tratamiento de pulas expuestas sin la presencia de agentes agresores, libre principalmente de los efectos indeseables a la mantención de la vitalidad pulpar.

Periimplantitis: checkerboard DNA-DNA hybridization for bacterial pathogen identification

A recent innovation in medical field is the use of DNA probes in microbiological diagnosis of the oral cavity. Thus, this study has the objective to present the mainly characteristics of Checkerboard DNA-DNA Hybridization method for bacterial pathogens identification related to periimplantitis, commonly disease found in the oral cavity, as wells as, to show the uses and applications of this technique.

Una innovación reciente en medicina es la utilización de sondas de DNA para diagnóstico microbiológico. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo, presentar las principales características del método Checkerboard DNA-DNA Hybridization para la identificación de bacterias patógenas associadas a periimplantite en la cavidad oral, mostrando las diferentes utilizaciones y aplicaciones de esta técnica.

Estudio densitométrico del tejido óseo neoformado por el uso de rhBMP-2 en mandíbulas de ratas Wistar / Optical densitometry study of the newly formed bone using rhBMP-2 in Wistar rat mandibles

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of monoolein gel as a carrier for rhBMP-2 in the healing bone process of critical bone defects created in Wistar rats mandibles using digitalized radiographic method to analyze this process. In the group 1, the rhBMP-2 was dissolved in aqueous solution and in the group 2, the rhBMP-2 was combined with monoolein gel as a carrier. The results showed that in both of groups it was found efficient bone repair, with a great optical density in the group that the rhBMP-2 was combined with the monoolein gel, but without statistical difference between them.

El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar la eficiencia del gel de monoolein como portador de la rhBMP-2 en el proceso de recuperación de la osificación en defectos osteos creados en mandíbulas de ratos Wistar, por medio de radiografias digitalizadas como método de análisis. En el grupo 1, la rhBMP-2 fue disuelta en solución acuosa y en el grupo 2, la rhBMP-2 fue combinada al gel de monoolein como portador. Los resultados mostraron que los dos grupos presentaron un eficiente reparo osteo, con mayor densidad óptica en el grupo en que la rhBMP-2 fue combinada con el gel de monoolein, pero sin diferencia estadística significante entre ellos.

Osteoinductive Potential of the rhBMP-2 in Soft Tissues / Potencial Osteoinductor de la rhBMP-2 en Tejidos Blandos

The rhBMP-2 is an osteoinductive protein used in the reconstructive with the objective to create newly formed bone. The aim of this study was to confirm the rhBMP-2 osteoinductive capability, when implanted in soft tissues. The results showed that the protein used in this study is highly osteoinductive.

La proteína oseoinductora rhBMP-2 es usada en cirugías reconstructoras, con la finalidad de crear tejido óseo neoformado. El objetivo de este estudio fue confirmar la capacidad oseoinductora de la rhBMP-2, cuando fue implantada en tejidos blandos. Los resultados mostraron que la proteína usada en este estudio es altamente oseoinductora.

DNA Checkerboard Method for Bacterial Pathogen Identification in Oral Diseases / Método de Chequeo de DNA para la Identificación de Bacterias Patógenas en las Enfermedades de la Cavidad Oral

This work aim to show by literature review the principal characteristics of the DNA checkerboard method for bacterial pathogens identification in oral diseases, showing the most varieties uses and applications of this technique.

Este trabajo tiene como objetivo, presentar en una revisión de la literatura, las principales características del método de chequeo del DNA para la identificación de bacterias patógenas en la cavidad oral, mostrando las diferentes utilizaciones y aplicaciones de esta técnica.

Morphogenetic protein rhBMP-2 and new bone formation / Proteína Morfogenética rhBMP-2 y Tejido Ósteoneoformado

Esta revisión de la literatura tiene como objetvo mostrar las principales características morfogenéticas, de la proteína rhBMP-2, de mayor prpiedad osteoinductiva, estudiados desde su descubrimiento hasta la actualidad, señalando las diferentes utilizaciones y aplicaciones de esta proteína.

This work aim to show by literature review the principal characteristics of morphogenetic proteins, in special of the rhBMP-2, with the major osteoinductive properties, presented in the prime works count from it discovery until actually, showing the most varieties and applications of this protein.