Ciúme romântico: Analisando o papel preditor dos Cinco Grandes Fatores e da Tríade Sombria da Personalidade / Romantic jealousy: Analysing the predictive role of Big Five and Dark Triad of Personality

O presente estudo objetivou explorar as relações entre os Cinco Grandes Fatores (CGF), a Tríade Sombria da Personalidade (TSP) e as diferentes dimensões que compõem o ciúme romântico. Participaram deste estudo 283 pessoas, com idades variando entre 18 a 58 anos (Midade = 25,04; DPidade = 7,64; 70,9% mulheres). Estes responderam instrumentos que avaliavam os CGF (Ten-Item Personality Inventory) e a TSP (Dirty Dozen) e as diversas dimensões do ciúme romântico (i.e., cognitivo, emocional e comportamental; Multidimensional Jealousy Scale), assim como questões sociodemográficas e interpessoais. No geral, verificou-se que a base de personalidade do ciúme romântico é formada pela confluência de altos escores em neuroticismo e narcisismo. Tais relações são consistentes, mesmo controlando o efeito de covariáveis (e.g., sexo, satisfação com o relacionamento). Os resultados podem ensejar futuras pesquisas que objetivem traçar um perfil psicológico de pessoas que podem apresentar níveis mais intensos e perigosos do ciúme romântico, possibilitando implementar estratégias interventivas para reduzir tais respostas desadaptativas.

This study aimed to explore the association between the Five-factor Model (FFM), the Dark Triad of Personality (DTP), and the different dimensions that make up romantic jealousy. Two-hundred and eighty-three people participated in this study, with ages varying from 18 to 58 years old (Mage = 25.04; SDage = 7.64; 70.9% women). Participants responded to instruments that evaluated the FFM (Ten-Item Personality Inventory), the DTP (Dirty Dozen) and the different dimensions of romantic jealousy (i.e., cognitive, emotional and behavioural; Multidimensional Jealousy Scale), as well as sociodemographic and interpersonal questions. Overall, we found that the personality basis of romantic jealousy is formed by the confluence of high scores on neuroticism and narcissism. Such relationships are consistent, even controlling for the effect of covariates (e.g., sex, satisfaction with the relationship). The results may stimulate future research that aims to describe the psychological profile of those who present more intense and dangerous variations of romantic jealousy, which may facilitate intervention strategies to reduce such maladaptive responses.

Propagation of yellow passion fruit seedlings by cutting, grafting and seeds under salt stress

Salinity is one of the most limiting abiotic stresses in the global agricultural sector. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of irrigation water salinity on the initial development of P. edulis Sims. seedlings propagated by seeds, grafting and cuttings. Treatments were distributed in a completely randomized design, in a 5 x 3 factorial arrangement, corresponding to 5 levels of irrigation water electrical conductivity (0.3 - control, 1.8, 3.3, 4.8, and 6.3 dS m-1) and 3 propagation methods (seeds, cuttings and grafting), with four replicates and one plant per plot. Fifty days after the imposition of treatments with saline water, plant height, number of leaves, stem diameter, total chlorophyll, stomatal conductance, relative leaf water content, total water consumption, dry matter of root, shoot and total, root length and root volume were evaluated. The increase in water salinity affected with greater intensity the growth and development variables (height, total dry matter and root volume of the plant) and the physiological characteristics (stomatal conductance) of the species Passiflora edulis, regardless of the method of propagation. Seedlings propagated by grafting showed better development compared to the other propagation methods (seeds and cuttings). The interaction between the propagation methods and water salinity affected seedlings propagated by seeds and cuttings with greater intensity.

Perfil funcional de pacientes com traumatismo cranioencefálico na alta hospitalar / Functional profile of patients with traumatic brain injury at hospital discharge

As lesões do Traumatismo Cranioencefálico (TCE) de caráter macro ou micro podem comprometer fisicamente e/ou psicologicamente o indivíduo. Sendo uma doença da sociedade moderna que acomete qualquer idade, é considerada principal causa de morbimortalidade no Brasil ao abranger a população economicamente ativa podendo incapacitar de forma temporária ou permanente, consequentemente gerando impacto na qualidade de vida, sendo difícil mensurar o perfil funcional, nível de recuperação e quanto tempo ficará em determinado perfil. Com o objetivo de determinar e classificar o perfil funcional de indivíduos com TCE na alta hospitalar, foi realizado um estudo analítico, observacional e transversal onde foi aplicado a Glasgow Outcome Scale/Escala de Resultado Ampliada de Glasgow (GOSE/ERGA) através de uma ficha para coleta de dados e entrevistas. A população do estudo foi constituída por 26 voluntários, admitidos para tratamento no Hospital Universitário São Francisco de Bragança Paulista-São Paulo com diagnóstico comprovado de TCE por meio de exames de imagem entre setembro/2019 e março de 2020. Encontramos evidências de 88,46% pertencente ao gênero masculino, e 11,54% gênero feminino, onde foram observados média e desvio padrão de idade 35,73±16,76. Entre os tipos de trauma mais comuns o politrauma se sobressaiu com 80,77% e a GOSE/ERGA teve maior indício com 46,15% de escore 8. A maioria dos colaboradores recebeu alta do HUSF com o perfil funcional de boa recuperação e poderão retornar a vida anterior ao trauma. Através das classificações funcionais pode-se orientar profissionais responsáveis pela reabilitação daqueles que foram acometidos pelo trauma e ficaram com sequelas, bem como orientar os familiares e centros de assistência a comunidade.

The lesions caused by a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) of macro or micro character can physically and/or psychologically compromise an individual. Being a disease of modern society that affects any age, it is considered the main cause of morbidity and mortality in Brazil as it covers the economically active population. It can temporarily or permanently disable people, consequently generating an impact on their quality of life, and is difficult to measure their functional profile, level of recovery, and how long they will remain in a given profile. In order to determine and classify the functional profile of individuals with TBI at hospital discharge, an analytical, observational, and cross-sectional study was carried out in which the Glasgow Outcome Scale/Glasgow Extended Outcome Scale (GOSE) was applied through a form for data collection and interviews. The study population consisted of 26 volunteers, admitted for treatment at Hospital Universitario Sao Francisco de Braganca Paulista, Sao Paulo with a confirmed diagnosis of TBI through imaging tests between September 2019 and March 2020. We found evidence of 88.46 % belonging to the males, and 11.54% female, where the mean and standard deviation of age 35.73±16.76 were observed. Among the most common types of traumas, polytrauma stood out with 80.77% and GOSE had the highest scores where 46.15% had a score of 8. Most participants of the study were discharged from the HUSF with the functional profile of good recovery and may return to their lives before the trauma. Through functional classifications, it is possible to guide professionals responsible for the rehabilitation of those who were affected by trauma and were left with sequelae, as well as guide family members and community assistance centers.

Long-term obesity is associated with depression and neuroinflammation

ABSTRACT Objective: Obesity is characterized by a state of chronic, low-intensity systemic inflammation frequently associated with insulin resistance and dyslipidemia. Materials and methods: Given that chronic inflammation has been implicated in the pathogenesis of mood disorders, we investigated if chronic obesity that was initiated early in life - lasting through adulthood - could be more harmful to memory impairment and mood fluctuations such as depression. Results: Here we show that pre-pubertal male rats (30 days old) treated with a high-fat diet (40%) for 8-months gained ~50% more weight when compared to controls, exhibited depression and anxiety-like behaviors but no memory impairment. The prefrontal cortex of the obese rats exhibited an increase in the expression of genes related to inflammatory response, such as NFKb, MMP9, CCl2, PPARb, and PPARg. There were no alterations in genes known to be related to depression. Conclusion: Long-lasting obesity with onset in prepuberal age led to depression and neuroinflammation but not to memory impairment.

Prevalência e perfil de suscetibilidade a antimicrobianos de microrganismos isolados em culturas de cateter / Prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility profile of isolated microorganisms in catheter cultures

Introdução: os cateteres intravenosos são de uso amplamente difundido em hospitais e por estarem em contato direto com a circulação sanguínea, tornam­se um potencial risco para a ocorrência de contaminação e infecção local e sistêmica, aumentando a mortalidade, o tempo de internação e consequentemente custos hospitalares. Objetivo: o presente estudo teve como objetivo realizar levantamento epidemiológico da prevalência de bactérias e fungos em pontas de cateteres provenientes de sete hospitais do município de Cascavel ­ Paraná. Metodologia: foi realizado um estudo transversal por meio da coleta de dados em laudos emitidos por um laboratório clínico privado do mesmo município, entre os anos de 2011 a 2014. Resultados: verificou­se positividade em 21,7% dos laudos analisados (248). O grupo dos bacilos Gram negativos fermentadores (BGN) foi o mais prevalente, sendo as principais bactérias encontradas Escherichia coli e Klebsiella pneumoniae (84 laudos), seguidos de BGN não­fermentadores (79 laudos) e cocos Gram positivos (67 laudos). Leveduras foram encontradas em 18 laudos. Staphylococcus aureus apresentaram uma resistência de 31,8% para oxacilina, sendo para Staphylococcus coagulase­negativa resistência de 86,9%. Klebsiella pnemoniae apresentou discreta resistência para ertapenem (9,5%), imipenem (7,1%) e meropenem (7,1%), sugerindo presença de carbapenemase. Espécies de Enterobacter foram resistentes a diversos antimicrobianos, não constatado resistência aos carbapenêmicos ertapenem, imipenem e meropenem. Acinetobacter baumanii e Pseudomonas aeruginosa apresentaram elevada resistência para imipenem e meropenem (77,1% e 45,2%; 80% e 51,6%, respectivamente). Candida albicans apresentou 100% de suscetibilidade aos antifúngicos utilizados. Conclusão: esses resultados demonstram a grande importância no manejo eficiente do controle de infecção hospitalar e uso responsável de antimicrobianos por hospitais.

Introduction: intravenous catheters are widely used in hospitals, and they become a potential risk for local and systemic contamination due to direct contact with blood circulation, increasing mortality, length of hospital stay and consequently hospital costs. Objectives: the present study aimed to conduct an epidemiological survey of bacteria and fungi prevalence in catheter tips from seven hospitals in Cascavel county ­ Paraná. Methodology: a cross­sectional study was performed by data collection in reports issued by a private clinical laboratory in the same municipality from 2011 to 2014. Results: positive results were found in 21.7% of analyzed reports (248). The Gram negative bacilli fermenting (BGN) group was the most prevalent, being main bacterias Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae (84 reports), followed by non­fermenting BGN (79 reports) and Gram positive cocci (67 reports). Yeasts were found in 18 reports. Staphylococcus aureus showed a resistance of 31.8% for oxacillin, and resistance for Staphylococcus coagulase­negative of 86.9%. Klebsiella penmoniae presented a mild resistance to ertapenem (9.5%), imipenem (7.1%) and meropenem (7.1%), suggesting presence of carbapenemase. Enterobacter species were resistant to several antimicrobials, no resistance to carbapenems ertapenem, imipenem and meropenem. Acinetobacter baumanii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa presented high resistance to imipenem and meropenem (77.1% and 45.2%, 80% and 51.6%, respectively). Candida albicans showed 100% susceptibility to antifungals used. Conclusion: these results demonstrate great importance in the efficient management of hospital infection control and responsible use of antimicrobials by hospitals

O cuidado prestado por doulas em uma maternidade pública: o olhar das puérperas / La atención ofrecida por doulas en el hospital público: la mirada de las madres recientes / Care provided by doulas at a public maternity hospital: parturient women's view

OBJETIVO: Analisar a percepção das mulheres sobre o cuidado prestado por doulas durante o trabalho de parto, o parto e pós-parto imediato em uma maternidade pública de João Pessoa - PB. MÉTODO: Estudo exploratório, descritivo, com abordagem qualitativa, realizado com oito puérperas, aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa do CCS/UFPB, sob parecer 808.256. O material empírico foi produzido por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas e analisado pela técnica de análise do discurso de Fiorin. RESULTADOS: As puérperas compreendem o trabalho da doula como adjuvante para diminuição da dor e desconforto no trabalho de parto e no parto. Enunciaram que o vínculo estabelecido contribuiu para tornar o parto um momento positivo e afetuoso. CONCLUSÃO: O cuidado prestado pela doula promoveu experiências exitosas no trabalho de parto, no parto e no pós-parto, favorecendo o protagonismo da parturiente e contribuindo para que fosse uma experiência satisfatória

OBJECTIVE: To analyze women's perception about care provided by doulas during labor, delivery and immediate postpartum at a public maternity hospital in João Pessoa - PB. METHOD: A descriptive, exploratory study with a qualitative approach, carried out with eight puerperal, approved by the Research Ethics Committee of the CCS / UFPB, under 808.256 opinion. We produced the empirical material through semi-structured interviews and analyzed it by Fiorin's speech analysis technique. RESULTS: The puerperal women understand the doula's work as an adjuvant to reduce pain and discomfort in labor and delivery. They stated that the established bond contributed to making delivery a positive and affectionate moment. CONCLUSION: The care provided by the doula promoted successful experiences in labor, delivery and postpartum, favoring the parturient role and contributing to a satisfactory experience

OBJETIVO: analizar la percepción de las mujeres sobre la atención recibida por doulas durante el trabajo de parto, parto e inmediatamente después del parto en una maternidad pública en João Pessoa - PB. MÉTODO: estudio exploratorio, descriptivo, com enfoque cualitativo realizado con 8 madres recientes, aprobado por el Comité de Ética en Investigación de la CCS/UFPB, bajo opinión 808.256. Los datos empíricos fueron obtenidos a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas y analizados por la técnica de análisis de discurso de Fiorin. RESULTADOS: las madres recientes entienden el trabajo de la doula como un complemento para disminuir el dolor y el malestar en el trabajo de parto y parto. Enunciaron que la conexión establecida con la doula ayudó a hacer el parto un momento positivo y hermoso. CONCLUSIÓN: la atención recibida por la doula promovió experiencias exitosas en el trabajo de parto, parto y después del parto, promoviendo el papel de la madre en el parto y contribuyendo para que fuera una experiencia satisfactoria

Propriedades psicométricas da Escala de Intenções frente à Infidelidade (EII) / Psychometric properties of the Intentions toward Infidelity Scale (IIS) / Propriedades psicométricas de la Escala de Intención hacia la Infidelidad (EII)

O presente estudo objetivou adaptar ao contexto brasileiro a Escala de Intenções frente à Infidelidade (EII), conhecendo seus parâmetros psicométricos. Realizou-se dois estudos com pessoas que indicaram estar em um relacionamento amoroso. No Estudo 1 participaram 161 pessoas (idade média = 24,9), que responderam a EII e perguntas demográficas. Os resultados indicaram a unifatorialidade desta escala (α = 0,85), cujos itens mostraram-se discriminativos (amplitude do theta variou de -0,5 a 3,0). No Estudo 2 participaram 236 pessoas (média de idade = 25,5), que responderam os mesmos instrumentos. Os resultados apoiaram a estrutura unifatorial (e.g., CFI = 0,95 e TLI = 0,93), que se mostrou invariante quanto ao sexo (ΔCFI e ΔRMSEA <0,01). Concluindo, os achados apoiaram a adequação dos itens da EII, como também indicaram evidências de sua validade fatorial e consistência interna, favorecendo que possa ser utilizada em pesquisas que buscam conhecer os correlatos da infidelidade. (AU)

This study aimed to adapt the Intentions Toward Infidelity Scale (IIS) to the Brazilian context, knowing its psychometric parameters. Two studies were carried out with people who were in a romantic relationship. Study 1 included 161 participants (mean age = 24.9), who responded to the IIS and demographic questions. Results indicated the one-factor solution for this scale (α = 0.85), whose items showed reasonable discriminative power (theta ranging from -0.5 to 3.0). Study 2 included 236 participants (mean age = 25.5), who answered the same instruments. Results supported the one-factor structure (e.g., CFI = .95 and TLI=.93), which showed invariant across sex (ΔCFI and ΔRMSEA < 0.01). In conclusion, the findings supported the adequacy of the IIS items, but also indicated evidence of its factorial validity and internal consistency, favoring its use in studies looking to investigate the correlates of infidelity. (AU)

Este estudio tuvo por objetivo adaptar al contexto brasileño la Escala de Intenciones frente a Infidelidad (EII), conociendo sus parámetros psicométricos. Se realizaron dos estudios con personas que informaron estar en una relación amorosa. En el Estudio 1 participaron 161 personas (edad promedio = 24,9), quienes respondieron a la EII y preguntas demográficas. Los resultados indicaron una estructura unifactorial de la escala (α = 0,85), cuyos ítems fueron discriminatorios (amplitud de theta varió de -0,5 a 3,0). El Estudio 2 contó con 236 personas (edad promedio = 25,5), que respondieron los mismos instrumentos. Los resultados indicaron estructura unifactorial (e.g., CFI = 0,95 y TLI = 0,93), que se mostró invariable con respecto a sexo (ΔCFI y ΔRMSEA < 0,01). Los resultados confirmaron adecuación de los ítems de EII, como también indicaron evidencias de validez factorial y consistencia interna, lo que favorece su uso en investigaciones que procuran conocer conexiones de infidelidad. (AU)

Dark Triad Dirty Dozen: Avaliando seus Parâmetros Via TRI / Dark Triad Dirty Dozen: Assessing its Parameters Through IRT / Dark Triad Dirty Dozen: Evaluando sus Parámetros Vía TRI

O presente estudo objetivou explorar os parâmetros psicométricos da Dirty Dozen por meio da Teoria de Resposta ao Item (TRI), utilizando o Modelo de Resposta Graduada. Participaram 284 pessoas, com média de idade de 24,2 anos (DP = 8,76). Inicialmente, checou-se a dimensionalidade da escala, sendo encontrados resultados que apoiam uma estrutura composta por três fatores oblíquos (CFI = 0,99; TLI = 0,98; RMSEA = 0,03). Portanto, as análises de TRI foram realizadas separadamentepara cada fator. Posteriormente, verificou-se que os itens discriminam adequadamente os participantes, sendo aqueles que pertencem ao fator narcisismo os mais endossados; maquiavelismo e psicopatia exigiram uma quantidade maior de theta para haver concordância com o conteúdo do item, quiçá em virtude desses traços serem socialmente indesejáveis. Estima-se que os objetivos do estudo foram alcançados, conhecendo evidências dessa medida breve a partir da TRI, referendando seu uso em possibilidades futuras.(AU)

The present study aimed to explore the psychometric parameters of the Dirty Dozen through the Item Response Theory (IRT), using the Graduated Response Model. Participants included 284 individuals, with a mean age of 24.2 years (SD = 8.76). Initially the dimensionality of the scale was checked and results that support a three-oblique-factor structure were found (CFI = 0.99; TLI = 0.98; RMSEA = 0.03). Therefore, IRT analyses were performed separately for each factor. Then, it was verified that the items discriminate participants properly, being those items belonging to the narcissism factor the ones mostly endorsed; Machiavellianism and psychopathy demanded a greater amount of theta in order to agree with the item content, perhaps because these traits are socially undesirable. It is considered that the aims of the study were achieved, providing evidence of this short measure through the IRT, showing the possibilities of its use in future studies.(AU)

Este estudio tuvo como objetivo explorar los parámetros psicométricos del Dirty Dozen por medio de la Teoría de Respuesta al Ítem (TRI), utilizando el Modelo de Respuesta Graduada. Participaron 284 personas con edad promedio de 24,2 años (DP = 8,76). Inicialmente se verificó la dimensionalidad de la escala, encontrándose resultados que apoyan una estructura de três factores oblicuos (CFI = 0,99; TLI = 0,98; RMSEA = 0,03). Por lo tanto los análisis de TRI fueron realizados separadamente para cada factor. Después se verificó que los ítems discriminan adecuadamente los participantes, siendo aquellos que pertenecen al factor narcisismo más endosados; maquiavelismo y psicopatía exigieron una cantidad mayor de theta para que existiese concordancia con el contenido del ítem, quizás debido a que esos rasgos son socialmente indeseables. Se estima que los objetivos del estudio fueron alcanzados, conociendo evidencias de esta medida breve a partir de la TRI, apoyando su uso en posibilidades futuras.(AU)

Effect of hydrogen peroxide application on color and surface roughness of two restorative materials

Aim: This study investigated the effect of an in-office bleaching technique on lightness, color and surface roughness of two commercially available materials: a resin-modified glass-ionomer cement and a nanohybrid resin composite. Methods: Twelve disk-shaped specimens were prepared with both materials. The samples were bleached with 35% hydrogen peroxide. Bleaching was tested initially onto a smooth surface and later onto a polished one of the same specimens. The effect of the treatments on lightness and color was verified with a spectrophotometer. Surface roughness was measured with a digital surface roughness tester. The data were statistically analyzed by repeated measures ANOVA and post hoc Tukey's test (alpha = 0.05). Results: Significant variation in lightness and color was observed on the resin-modified glass-ionomer cement after the first bleaching procedure. Roughness increased significantly only after polishing the resin-modified glass-ionomer cement surface. Composite color variation was evident in the last observation period, but roughness and lightness variation due to bleaching and polishing was not significant. Conclusion: The bleaching treatment caused significant color alterations on the materials tested. This study observed that the application of in-office bleaching onto the glass-ionomer cement promoted clinically observable color alteration, and polishing after bleaching is contraindicated for this material. (AU)

Dermabrasion depigmentation for the treatment of gingival dyschromia caused by racial melanosis. A case report comparing two techniques

Aim: The aim of this paper is to describe a clinical case in which the patient's gingival melanin pigmentation was treated using diamond burs and scalpels. Case report: The present study describes a periodontal plastic surgery procedure to correct or improve the amount of gingival melanin pigmentation apparent on mandibular and maxillary arch of the patient. Conclusions: After the surgical procedure successfully performed, and considering the high degree of satisfaction of the patient, the author concluded that the studied technique is easy to perform and stands out because of the excellent results achieved.

Valores Humanos e Atitudes Homofóbicas Flagrante e Sutil / Human Values and Manifest and Subtle Homophobic Attitudes / Valores Humanos y Actitudes Homofóbicas Flagrantes y Sutiles

Resumo Esta pesquisa objetivou verificar em que medida os valores humanos estão relacionados com a homofobia flagrante e sutil. Para tanto, contou-se com a participação de 174 estudantes universitários, com idade variando de 17 a 56 anos (M = 22,3, DP = 4,60), a maioria do sexo feminino (57,6%). Estes responderam à Escala de Homofobia Explícita e Implícita, o Questionário dos Valores Básicos e perguntas demográficas. Realizaram-se regressões múltiplas, tendo os resultados indicado que valores normativos e de realização são melhores explicadores da homofobia sutil e geral, enquanto que apenas valores normativos se associaram com a homofobia flagrante. Esses construtos foram responsáveis por explicar aproximadamente 10% da variância em atitudes homofóbicas. Concluiu-se que os valores podem ser bons preditores da homofobia, principalmente aqueles materialistas, reforçando a adequação da teoria funcionalista para explicar atitudes socialmente desviantes.

Abstract This study aimed to know to what extent human values are correlated with flagrant and subtle homophobia. The participants were 174 undergraduate students, with ages ranging from 17 to 56 years of age (M = 22.3, SD = 4.60), most of them female (57.6%). They answered the Explicit and Implicit Homophobia Scale, the Basic Values Survey and demographic questions. Multiple regressions were performed, indicating the predictive power of normative and promotion values for explaining subtle and general homophobia, whereas only normative values explained the flagrant homophobia. These constructs were responsible for accounting for approximately 10% of the variance in homophobic attitudes. In conclusion, values can be good predictors of homophobia, especially materialist values, enhancing the adequacy of the functional theory of values to explain socially deviant attitudes.

Resumen Este estudio tuvo como objetivo verificar en qué medida los valores humanos están relacionados con homofobia flagrante y sutil. Participaron 174 estudiantes universitarios, con edades entre 17 a 56 años (M = 22.3, DT = 4.60), la mayoría de sexo femenino (57.6%). Estos respondieron la Escala de Homofobia Explícita e Implícita, el Cuestionario de los Valores Básicos y preguntas demográficas. Se llevaron a cabo regresiones múltiples, indicando que los valores normativos y de realización han sido los mejores exponentes de homofobia sutil y general, mientras que sólo los valores normativos se han asociado con la homofobia flagrante. Estos constructos lograron explicar aproximadamente un 10% de la varianza en las actitudes homofóbicas. Se concluyó que los valores pueden ser buenos predictores de la homofobia, especialmente los materialistas, mejorando la capacidad de respuesta de la teoría funcionalista para explicar las actitudes socialmente desviadas.

Dermabrasion depigmentation for the treatment of gingival dyschromia caused by racial melanosis. A case report comparing two techniques

AIM: The aim of this paper is to describe a clinical case in which the patient's gingival melanin pigmentation was treated using diamond burs and scalpels. CASE REPORT: The present study describes a periodontal plastic surgery procedure to correct or improve the amount of gingival melanin pigmentation apparent on mandibular and maxillary arch of the patient. CONCLUSION: After the surgical procedure successfully performed, and considering the high degree of satisfaction of the patient, the author concluded that the studied technique is easy to perform and stands out because of the excellent results achieved.

Knowledge of triathlon athletes about the relationship between oral health and performance

Introduction: The triathlon athletes have great energy loss due to physical activity of high intensity and resets are based on a highcarbohydrate diet and acid elements (acids replacers), both substrates to decay and periodontal disease. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate, through a questionnaire whether triathlon athletes relate oral health to their physical performance. Material and methods: We developed a questionnaire with 20 objective questions and applied during marathons and at fitness centers, in the city of Curitiba, in 2015. Results: The majority of athletes use supplements with high levels of carbohydrates and acids for energy replacement daily and do not brush their teeth after workouts / nutrition. Of the 254 respondents, only 96 relate oral health to their performance in sports. Conclusion: The athletes do not relate the importance of oral health care to performance and largely do not brush the teeth after the activities, leaving the oral environment more susceptible to the onset of periodontal disease and caries, which can decrease their performance. It is necessary to inform triathlon athletes about the relationship oral health x systemic health x performance, as well as the dentists about the need of oral health care for these athletes.

Esthetic crown lengthening: a case report

The periodontal plastic surgeries have been valued and sought by people who claim they want to correct "gummy smile", which happens when one has expose more gum than teeth when smiling. There are many causes for the gummy smile, this scientific article covers four cases of altered passive eruption of the teeth with excess keratinized gingiva. The harmonic smile disturbed aesthetic is a discomfort that troubles many people, especially women. Based what has been discussed so far, this paper has as main objective report clinical cases of esthetic periodontal surgeries osteoplasty made by undergraduate students of the dentistry program. Such techniques promote a more adequate dental exposure and create anharmonical smile on the patient. The cirurgical procedures were indicated based on the analysis of the smiles. After the procedures were made, we conclude the techniques used were suitable based on the satisfaction of the patient and that they were easy to execute in order to obtain an aesthetic smile.

Treatment of excessive gingival display using lip repositioning technique: a case report

The gummy smile is becoming one of the most frequent complaints reported by patients unhappy with your smile. According to the etiology, will be proposed various treatments. The purpose of this case report is to describe the lip repositioning technique, softening the gummy smile of the patient. It concludes that the lip repositioning technique is suitable for the correction of the gummy smile.