Linfoma de Burkitt como diagnóstico diferencial de infecção odontogênica / Burkitt's Lymphoma as a differential diagnosis of dental infection / El Linfoma de Burkitt como diagnóstico diferencial de infección dental

Introdução: O linfoma de Burkitt é um linfoma altamente agressivo do tipo não-hodgkin originado a partir de mutação nos linfócitos B. Clinicamente demonstra características de malignidade como evolução rápida, destruição das corticais ósseas e mobilidade dentária, além de aumento de volume facial adjacente aos ossos maxilares. Esse tumor é de difícil diagnóstico devido às características clínicas inespecíficas, o que pode muitas vezes levar a um diagnóstico e tratamento tardio, piorando o prognóstico e a taxa de sobrevida do paciente. Relato de Caso: O caso clínico se trata de uma paciente, sexo feminino, 21 anos de idade, com história de aumento de volume em hemiface esquerda de evolução repentina, associada a dor, febre e relato de exodontia recente. A história clínica e os achados clínicos inespecíficos simularam uma infecção odontogênica, a qual atrasou o diagnóstico e o tratamento correto. Após exames imaginológicos específicos, exploração cirúrgica e exame histopatológico foi possível chegar a um diagnóstico definitivo de linfoma de Burkitt e manejo adequado dessa patologia. Conclusão: É de extrema importância o papel do cirurgião-dentista na detecção precoce dessa patologia com envolvimento dos maxilares, uma vez que a remissão e/ou a cura depende da extensão da doença, do seu comportamento biológico e do momento do diagnóstico... (AU)

Introduction: Burkitt's lymphoma is a highly aggressive non-Hodgkin type lymphoma originated from a mutation in B lymphocytes. It clinically demonstrates malignant characteristics such as rapid evolution, destruction of bone corticals and tooth mobility, in addition to increased facial volume adjacent to the maxillary bones. This tumor is difficult to diagnose due to its nonspecific clinical characteristics, which can often lead to a late diagnosis and treatment, worsening the patient's prognosis and survival rate. Case Report: The clinical case is a female patient, 21 years old, with a history of swelling in the left hemiface of sudden evolution, associated with pain, fever and a report of recent extraction. Clinical history and nonspecific clinical findings simulated an odontogenic infection, which delayed diagnosis and correct treatment. After specific imaging exams, surgical exploration and histopathological examination, it was possible to reach a definitive diagnosis of Burkitt's lymphoma and adequate management of this pathology. Conclusion: The role of dentists in the early detection of this pathology with involvement of the jaws is extremely important, since remission and/or cure depends on the extent of the disease, its biological behavior and the time of diagnosis... (AU)

Introducción: El linfoma de Burkitt es un linfoma de tipo no Hodgkin altamente agresivo originado por una mutación en los linfocitos B. Clínicamente demuestra características malignas como rápida evolución, destrucción de corticales óseas y movilidad dentaria, además de aumento de volumen facial adyacente a los huesos maxilares. Este tumor es de difícil diagnóstico debido a sus características clínicas inespecíficas, lo que muchas veces puede llevar a un diagnóstico y tratamiento tardíos, empeorando el pronóstico y la supervivencia del paciente. Caso Clínico: El caso clínico es una paciente femenina, de 21 años de edad, con antecedente de tumefacción en hemifacial izquierdo de evolución súbita, asociada a dolor, fiebre y reporte de extracción reciente. La historia clínica y los hallazgos clínicos inespecíficos simularon una infección odontogénica, lo que retrasó el diagnóstico y el tratamiento correcto. Luego de exámenes imagenológicos específicos, exploración quirúrgica y examen histopatológico, se logró llegar a un diagnóstico definitivo de linfoma de Burkitt y manejo adecuado de esta patología. Conclusión: El papel de los odontólogos en la detección temprana de esta patología con compromiso de los maxilares es de suma importancia, ya que la remisión y/o curación depende de la extensión de la enfermedad, su comportamiento biológico y el momento del diagnóstico... (AU)

Fracture Resistance of Teeth Restored with Bulk-Fill and Fiber-Reinforced Composites in Class II Cavities / Resistencia a la fractura de dientes restaurados con resinas de relleno y resinas reforzadas con fibra en cavidades clase II

ABSTRACT: This study aimed to evaluate the fracture resistance of teeth restored with conventional, bulk-fill, and fiber-reinforced composite materials regarding intact teeth. Standard cavities were prepared on 70 sound third molar teeth. The teeth were randomly divided into six groups: intact teeth, conventional Bis-GMA based composite, fiber-reinforced composite, Bis-GMA based bulk-fill composite, ormocer based bulk-fill composite, glass containing resin-based bulk-fill composite. The data was obtained by a Universal Testing Machine and analyzed statistically. Fracture resistance of the teeth restored with conventional composite was significantly lower than the other groups (p0.05). The obtained data showed that restoring teeth with bulk-fill and fiber-reinforced composites could be recommended in Class II cavities.

RESUMEN: El objetivo del presente estudio fue evaluar la resistencia a la fractura de los dientes restaurados con materiales compuestos convencionales, de relleno y reforzados con fibras, en relación con los dientes intactos. Se prepararon cavidades estándar en 70 dientes de terceros molares sanos. Los dientes se dividieron al azar en seis grupos: dientes intactos, compuesto convencional basado en Bis-GMA, compuesto reforzado con fibra, compuesto de relleno a base de Bis-GMA, compuesto de relleno a base de ormocer, compuesto de relleno a base de vidrio que contiene resina. Los resultados fueron obtenidos utilizando una máquina universal de pruebas y analizados estadísticamente. La resistencia a la fractura de los dientes restaurados con el composite convencional fue significativamente menor que la de los otros grupos (p0,05). Los datos obtenidos mostraron que la restauración de dientes con composites de relleno y reforzados con fibra podría ser recomendada en cavidades de Clase II.

Periodontal Comparison on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients and Healthy Subjects: A Cross-Sectional Study

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze periodontal comparison between Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) subject and healthy control. Material and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study included 122 subjects, 61 SLE patients and 61 healthy subjects who visited the Rheumatology Department, Dr. Saiful Anwar General Hospital, Malang, during 2017-2018. Clinical examination of SLE was using Mexican SLE Disease Activity Index and oral cavity conditions were assessed using the periodontal index, gingival index, calculus index, bleeding on probing, clinical attachment loss and mobility teeth. Results: The age of SLE patients ranged from 18-55 years old with the mean age of 29.50 ± 9.57 years old. Periodontitis was higher in SLE patients (88.5%) than healthy subjects (22.95%). In addition, periodontitis occurrence in SLE (2.66 ± 1.02) was significantly different (p<0.001) compared to healthy subjects (0.51 ± 0.81). Conclusion: This study found higher rates of periodontitis, gingivitis, bleeding on probing, clinical attachment loss, and mobility tooth among SLE patients compared to healthy subjects. Periodontitis was also found to be higher along with more severe SLE group.

Eficacia clínica del MTA en Pulpotomías de pacientes pediátricos: Una Revisión Sistemática / Eficácia Clínica da MTA em Pulpotomias Pediátricas de Pacientes: Uma Revisão Sistemática / Clinical Efficacy of MTA in Pediatric Patient Pulpotomies: A Systematic Review

Objetivo: Analizar la eficacia clínica del Agregado Trióxido Mineral (MTA) en pulpotomías a través de estudios comparativos con el formocresol, sulfato férrico e hidróxido de calcio; en pacientes pediátricos con edad de tres a nueve años. Materiales y Métodos: El artículo se basa en una revisión sistemática de la literatura, por ello, se utilizaron como fuentes de información las bases de datos: PubMed, Scielo, y Biblioteca Virtual de Salud. Asimismo, como criterios de inclusión se establecieron publicaciones del año 2008 al 2019, cuya procedencia se derivó de journalsy revistas académicas arbitradas; los cuales permitieron obtener dieciséis ensayos que evaluaban la eficacia clínica a través de los signos y síntomas de las patologías pulpares más comunes: absceso, inflamación gingival, movilidad patológica, dolor a la percusión y dolor espontáneo. Resultados: El MTA obtuvo una eficacia de 97,9% en contraposición al 86,9% del Sulfato Férrico. En relación al Formocresol, el MTA logró el 99% contra un 98,3% de eficacia. Además, en la comparación del MTA con el Hidróxido de Calcio el primero logró un 98,2% y el segundo 74,5%. Conclusiones: El MTA obtuvo una mayor eficacia clínica debido a su biocompatibilidad, pH básico y su elevada facultad al sellar la cámara pulpar. Por lo tanto, puede emplearse como un material seguro para las pulpotomías de pacientes pediátricos.

Objetivo: Analisar a eficácia clínica do Agregado de Trióxido Mineral (MTA) em pulpotomias através de estudos comparativos com formocresol, sulfato férrico e hidróxido de cálcio; em pacientes pediátricos de três a nove anos de idade. Materiais e Métodos: O artigo é baseado em uma revisão sistemática da literatura, portanto, bases de dados foram utilizadas como fontes de informação: PubMed, Scielo, e Biblioteca Virtual. Da mesma forma, como critério de inclusão, foram estabelecidas publicações de 2008 a 2019, cuja origem foi derivada de periódicos e revistas acadêmicas de referência; o que nos permitiu obter dezesseis ensaios que avaliaram a eficácia clínica através dos sinais e sintomas das doenças mais comuns da polpa: abscesso, inflamação gengival, mobilidade patológica, dor na percussão e dor espontânea. Resultados: A MTA obteve uma eficácia de 97,9% contra 86,9% para o sulfato férrico. Em relação ao Formocresol, o MTA alcançou 99% contra 98,3% de eficácia. Além disso, na comparação do MTA com o hidróxido de cálcio, o primeiro atingiu 98,2% e o segundo 74,5%. Conclusões: A MTA obteve uma maior eficácia clínica devido a sua biocompatibilidade, pH básico e sua alta faculdade ao selar a câmara de celulose. Portanto, pode ser usado como material segura para pulpotomias de pacientes pediátricos.

Objective: To analyze the clinical efficacy of the Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) in pulpotomies through comparative studies with formocresol, ferric sulfate and calcium hydroxide; in pediatric patients aged three to nine years. Materials and Methods: The article is based on a systematic review of the literature, therefore, databases were used as sources of information: PubMed, Scielo, and Virtual Health Library. Likewise, as inclusion criteria, publications from 2008 to 2019 were established, whose origin was derived from journals and refereed academic journals; which allowed us to obtain sixteen trials that evaluated clinical efficacy through the signs and symptoms of the most common pulp diseases: abscess, gingival inflammation, pathological mobility, pain on percussion and spontaneous pain. Results: MTA obtained an efficacy of 97.9% as opposed to 86.9% for ferric sulfate. Concerning to Formocresol, MTA achieved 99% versus 98.3% efficacy. Also, in the comparison of MTA with Calcium Hydroxide, the former achieved 98.2% and the latter 74.5%. Conclusions: MTA obtained a higher clinical efficacy due to its biocompatibility, basic pH and its high faculty when sealing the pulp chamber. Therefore, it can be used as a safe material for pediatric patient pulpotomies.

Granuloma piógeno oral recurrente con pérdida ósea alveolar y movilidad dentaria: Reporte de un caso inusual / Granuloma piogênico oral recorrente com perda óssea alveolar e mobilidade dental: Relato de um caso incomum / Recurrent oral pyogenic granuloma with alveolar bone loss and tooth mobility: report of an unusual case

Resumen El granuloma piógeno oral es una lesión benigna multifactorial, caracterizada por presentarse como un agrandamiento gingival muy vascularizado. Se puede localizar en cualquier área de la cavidad oral, con más frecuencia en la encía marginal vestibular. Se presenta con mayor incidencia en mujeres adultas y en niños varones. No suele comprometer tejido óseo ni dientes y su tratamiento más seguro es la exéresis quirúrgica, siendo el riesgo de recurrencia alto. El objetivo del presente estudio es reportar el caso de una paciente de 9 años de edad, que fue sometida a la exéresis de un granuloma piogénico oral en el hueso maxilar y al año siguiente presentó una recurrencia de la lesión con pérdida ósea alveolar y movilidad de un diente adyacente. Se le realizó una biopsia y un curetaje minucioso, confirmándose el diagnostico de granuloma piogénico oral.

Resumo O granuloma piogênico oral é uma lesão multifatorial benigna, caracterizada por apresentarse como um aumento gengival altamente vascularizado. Pode estar localizado em qualquer área da cavidade oral, mais frequentemente na gengiva marginal vestibular. Ocorre com maior incidência em mulheres adultas e em crianças do sexo masculino. Geralmente não compromete o tecido ósseo ou os dentes e seu tratamento mais seguro é a escisão cirúrgica, sendo alto o risco de recorrência. O objetivo do presente estudo é relatar o caso de uma paciente de 9 anos de idade, submetida a escisão de granuloma piogênico oral no maxilar e no ano seguinte apresentou uma recorrência da lesão com perda óssea alveolar e a mobilidade de umo de seus dentes adjacentes. Uma biópsia e uma curetagem completa foram realizadas, confirmando o diagnóstico de granuloma piogênico oral.

Abstract Oral pyogenic granuloma is a benign multifactorial lesion that appears as a highly vascular gingival enlargement. It can be located anywhere in the oral cavity, most often in the vestibular marginal gingiva. It occurs most frequently in adult women and male children. It does not usually compromise bone tissue or teeth; its safest treatment is surgical excision, with a high recurrence risk. This study aims to report the case of a 9-year-old female patient who underwent oral pyogenic granuloma excision in the maxilla. The following year, she presented a possible lesion recurrence with alveolar bone loss and the mobility of an adjacent tooth. A biopsy and thorough curettage were performed, confirming the diagnosis of oral pyogenic granuloma.

Optimization approach for the mesialization of lower molars: a case report / Técnica para la optimización del movimiento de ortodoncia en la mesialización de molares inferiores: reporte de un caso

Abstract Premature molar loss results in inclination of teeth adjacent to the edentulous gap, uneven marginal ridges, posterior collapse of bite, and atrophy of the residual bone width. The orthodontic treatment aimed at closing post-extraction spaces is one possible treatment plan. However, in many cases this movement is compromised by the collapse of cortical plates and the decrease of the osseous corridor. Due to this problem, flexicorticotomy may be considered as an alternative in the mesialization of molars to improve residual bone width and to accelerate orthodontic movement. A 22-year-old female patient underwent extraction of the right mandibular first molar. A flexicorticotomy was performed to accelerate the mesial movement of teeth number 37 and 38, using a miniscrew for absolute anchorage. This technique helped mesialize teeth number 37 and 38, attaining a stable class I relationship, thus finding an orthodontic solution to a problem that was historically treated only prosthetically. In conclusion, this technique facilitates the mesial movement of molars, reaching treatment goals more effectively, and saving costs by avoiding further prosthetic treatment.

Resumen La pérdida prematura de molares trae como consecuencia inclinación mesial de los dientes adyacentes a la brecha edéntula, rebordes marginales desiguales, colapso posterior de la mordida y atresia en el ancho del hueso residual. El cierre de espacio con tratamiento ortodóncico es uno de los posibles tratamientos; sin embargo, en muchos casos ese movimiento se ve comprometido por el colapso de las tablas óseas y disminución del corredor óseo en el sitio postextracción. Debido a esta problemática, se ha propuesto el uso de la flexicorticotomía como coadyuvante en la mesialización de molares para mejorar el corridor óseo y acelerar el movimiento de ortodoncia. Se presenta una paciente de 22 años, quien acude a la consulta presentando ausencia de la UD 36. El plan de tratamiento a seguir consistió en flexicorticotomía para acelerar el desplazamiento de las UD 37 y 38 colocando un anclaje absoluto entre las UD 34 y 35. Dicho procedimiento se logró con una mecánica de mesialización con cadena elástica y anclaje absoluto. Se pudo mesializar las UD 37 y 38, manteniendo una relación clase I estable y encontrando una solución ortodóncica a un problema que anteriormente era tratado netamente de manera protésica. Se concluye que esta técnica mejora el movimiento de los molares hacia adelante y abre una nueva gama de posibilidades al permitir movimientos que anteriormente estaban limitados; además, permite cumplir objetivos de tratamientos de manera más efectiva, brindando una alternativa más eficiente y ahorrando costos al prescindir del tratamiento protésico.

Falha no Tratamento da Avulsão Dentária Infantil: Relato de Caso / Failure in child tooth avulsion treatment: a case report

Objetivo: este artigo tem como objetivo demonstrar a abordagem de um trauma alveolar dentário no qual o reimplante dentário foi realizado no Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) e encaminhado para acompanhamento a longo prazo em uma Clínica Odontológica da Universidade do Nordeste do Brasil. Relato de caso: paciente do sexo masculino, 7 anos, encaminhado à Clínica Odontológica da Universidade Tiradentes para acompanhamento em longo prazo de um reimplante dentário do elemento 11. Durante o exame clínico, observa-se um grau severo de mobilidade dentária, além da presença de fístula na linha do muco gengival do dente. Radiograficamente, observou-se espessamento do ligamento periodontal e áreas de extensa reabsorção externa. O acompanhamento do caso durou aproximadamente 1 ano. Conclusão: portanto, é essencial que o profissional cirurgião-dentista tenha conhecimento para o correto diagnóstico e agilidade neste tratamento urgente, a fim de preservar o órgão dentário na cavidade oral por mais tempo

Introduction: dental trauma is an injury that mainly affects children and adolescents. Tooth avulsion is one of the most common causes of trauma, which is the expulsion of the alveolar tooth. The prognosis is due to pulp and support tissue repair, however, it is associated with complications such as functional, aesthetic and psychological problems, and is doubtful and dependent on rapid behavior. Objective: this article aims to demonstrate the approach of a dental alveolar trauma in which dental reimplantation was performed in the Unified Health System (SUS) and referred for long-term follow-up in a University Dental Clinic of Northeast Brazil. Case report: a 7-year-old male patient, referred to the Dental Clinic of Universidade Tiradentes for long-term follow-up of a dental reimplantation of element 11. During the clinical examination, a severe degree of tooth mobility can be observed, in addition to presence of fistula in the gingival mucus line of the tooth. Radiographically, thickening of the periodontal ligament and areas of extensive external resorption were observed. The follow-up of the case lasted approximately 1 year. Conclusion: thus, it is essential that the dental surgeon professional has knowledge for the correct diagnosis and agility in this urgent treatment, in order to preserve the dental organ in the oral cavity for a longer time.

Periotestometry and tissue hydration. How are these indicators related?

The mobility of teeth in terms of periotestometry and hydration of periodontal tissues in terms of bioimpedance spectrometry were studied in healthy volunteers without dental and concomitant somatic diseases. It was found that teeth of these subjects have both low and pathological mobility. It was also revealed as increased hydration (edema), indicating the presence of inflammation, and reduced hydration, indicating atrophic processes in periodontal tissues. A comparison of the data of periotestometry and bioimpedance spectrometry showed that the indicators of mobility of the teeth and hydration of the periodontal tissues reflect different characteristics of the functional state of dentoalveolar system, and can be used as complementary in the diagnostic studies.

Extreme root resorption in orthodontic practice: teeth do not have to be replaced with implants

ABSTRACT The replacement of natural teeth that have extreme external apical root resorption, induced by orthodontic treatment, with osseointegrated implants is not justifiable biologically or clinically. These teeth should be preserved and keep their normal functions, as there is no greater mobility, pain or color change. They may undergo usual procedures, such as bleaching, restorations with veneers and other esthetic procedures that may be necessary along life. The pulp of these teeth is normal. If mobility of a tooth with extreme resorption is identified, the cause of mobility should be investigated, as it is not associated with resorption, not even at advanced stages. Tooth mobility may be associated with recent removal of orthodontic appliance, occlusal trauma, chronic inflammatory periodontal disease, or even severe cervical bone loss. In such cases, the cause of mobility should be eliminated and possible sequelae should be corrected, because these, and not root resorption, may actually require retention.

RESUMO A troca de dentes naturais com reabsorções inflamatórias externas apicais extremas, induzidas ortodonticamente, por implantes osseointegráveis não se justifica, biológica ou clinicamente. Esses dentes devem ser mantidos, cumprindo suas funções normais, pois não apresentam aumento de mobilidade, nem dor ou alteração de cor, podendo ser submetidos a procedimentos comuns, como clareamento, facetas e outras abordagens estéticas necessárias ao longo da vida. A polpa desses dentes é normal. Se os dentes com reabsorção extrema se apresentarem com mobilidade, deve-se buscar a causa dessa mobilidade, que não está associada à reabsorção, mesmo quando avançada. A mobilidade dentária deve estar relacionada com a recente remoção do aparelho ortodôntico, trauma oclusal, doença periodontal inflamatória crônica ou, ainda, com perda óssea cervical severa. Nesses casos, para eliminar a mobilidade, deve-se eliminar a causa e corrigir as sequelas, que - essas sim - podem necessitar de contenção, mas não pela reabsorção radicular.

Implantes dentários na reabilitação oral de pacientes com periodontite avançada: um relato de caso / Dental implants for oral rehabilitation of patients with advanced periodontitis: a case report

Introdução: Os implantes osseointegráveis e sua evolução ao longo dos anos têm se consolidado como a principal alternativa para a reabilitação oral de pacientes total ou parcialmente desdentados. Este trabalho tem como objetivo relatar um caso de um paciente do gênero masculino, 41 anos que compareceu ao ambulatório com queixa principal de mobilidade dentária e estética prejudicada. Relato de caso: Ao exame intrabucal, observou-se extensa recessão gengival, perda de dentes, lesão de furca e presença de mobilidade grau 3 ou 4. Após pactuação com o paciente, foi estabelecida a reabilitação da arcada superior com instalação de prótese total fixa metaloplástica implantossuportada. Na primeira etapa do tratamento, executou-se exodontia múltipla e instalação imediata de prótese total tradicional removível superior. Optou-se pela instalação de seis implantes do tipo cone-morse. Considerações Finais: O paciente encontra-se sob acompanhamento ambulatorial e respondendo positivamente em virtude de ter atendido suas expectativas estéticas e funcionais... (AU)

Introduction: The advances in osseointegrated implants over the year have consolidated these devices as the main alternative for oral rehabilitation of totally or partially edentulous patients. The objective of this study was to report the case of a 41-year-old male patient who attended the outpatient clinic complaining mainly of tooth mobility and compromised esthetics. Intraoral examination revealed extensive gingival recession, tooth loss, a furcation defect, and the presence of grade 3 or 4 mobility. Case report: After consent of the patient, rehabilitation of the upper arch was established, which consisted of the installation of an implant-supported metal/plastic fixed complete dental prosthesis. In the first step of treatment, multiple teeth were extracted and a conventional removable complete upper denture was immediately installed. Six cone morse implants were chosen for installation. Final considerations: The patient is under outpatient follow-up and responds positively since his esthetic and functional expectations were met... (AU)

Comparison of adhesive strength of resinous teeth splinting materials according to enamel surface treatment

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to compare and analyze the shear bond strength and fracture pattern in different enamel tooth surface treatments for resin splinting materials. MATERIALS AND METHODS: G-FIX and LightFix were used as tooth splinting materials. Twenty bovine mandibular incisors were used for the preparation of the specimens. The exposed enamel surface was separated into four parts. Each tooth was treated with 37% phosphoric acid, 37% phosphoric acid + adhesive resin, 37% phosphoric acid + G-premio bond, and G-premio bond for each fraction. Shear bond strength was measured using a universal testing machine. After measuring the shear bond strength, the fractured surface of the specimen was magnified with a microscope to observe the fracture pattern. Two-way ANOVA was used to verify the interaction between the material and the surface treatment method. Oneway ANOVA was used for comparison between the surface treatment methods of each material and post-hoc test was conducted with Scheffe's test. An independent t-test was conducted to compare shear bond strengths between materials in each surface treatment method. All statistics were conducted at 95% significance level. RESULTS: G-FIX, a tooth splinting resin, showed similar shear bonding strength when additional adhesive resins were used when material was applied after only acid etching, and LightFix showed the highest shear bonding strength when additional adhesive resins were used after the acid etching. In addition, both G-FIX and LightFix showed the lowest shear bond strength when only self-etching adhesive was applied without additional acid etching. Verification of interactions observed interconnection between resins and surface treatment methods. Most of the mixed failure was observed in all counties. CONCLUSION: When using G-FIX and LightFix, which are tooth-splinting materials, it is considered that sufficient adhesion will be achieved even after applying only acid etching as instructed by the manufacturer.

Dental Consultations and Treatment Pattern of Pediatric Inpatient in Severance Hospital / 대한소아치과학회지

The purpose of this study was to analyze the dental consultation of pediatric inpatients to the department of pediatric dentistry in Yonsei University Severance Hospital, and to investigate the change in patterns. In 2017, 268 pediatric patients (384 cases) admitted to the Severance Hospital were referred to the department of pediatric dentistry. The mean age was 6.6 years, and most of the patients were referred from the Department of Pediatric Hematology Oncology and Rehabilitation Medicine. The chief complaints were as follows: oral examination (31%), dental caries (20%), oral pain (10%), tooth mobility (10%), pre-operative evaluation (9%) and others (20%). 41% of the patients received only oral examination without treatment. Dental caries were the most frequent dental diagnosis of the patients. 28% (111 cases) of patients received operative treatments, 22 cases were treated under general anesthesia. Oral health is closely related to systemic diseases, especially for hospitalized patients. Dental consultations should be encouraged for prevention and early appropriate treatments. For this purpose, it is necessary to establish a referral system and perform dental treatment under general anesthesia.

Effects of astragaloside IV on inflammation and immunity in rats with experimental periodontitis

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the effects of astragaloside IV (AsIV) on inflammation and immunity in rats with experimental periodontitis. Periodontitis was established in 48 Wistar rats, which were then randomly divided into model and 10, 20 and 40 mg/kg AsIV groups, with 12 rats in each group. The latter 3 groups were treated with AsIV at doses of 10, 20 and 40 mg/kg, respectively. The control group (12 rats, without periodontitis) and model group were given the same amount of 5% sodium carboxymethyl cellulose. The treatment was performed once per day for 8 weeks. Before and after treatment, the tooth mobility scores of the rats were determined. After treatment, the salivary occult blood index (SOBI), plaque index (PLI), peripheral blood T lymphocyte subsets, and serum inflammatory factor and immunoglobulin levels were determined. The results showed that, after treatment, compared with that in model group, in 40 mg/kg AsIV group, the general state of rats was improved, while the tooth mobility score, SOBI and PLI were significantly decreased (p < 0.05); the peripheral blood CD4+ T cell percentage and CD4+/CD8+ ratio were significantly increased (p < 0.05), while the CD8+ T cell percentage was significantly decreased (p < 0.05); the serum tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-1β and interleukin-2 levels were significantly decreased (p < 0.05); the serum immunoglobulin A and immunoglobulin G levels were significantly decreased (p < 0.05). In conclusion, AsIV can alleviate inflammation and enhance immunity in rats with experimental periodontitis.

Long-term stability after multidisciplinary treatment involving maxillary distraction osteogenesis, and sagittal split ramus osteotomy for unilateral cleft lip and palate with severe occlusal collapse and gingival recession: A case report / 대한치과교정학회지

In this report, we describe a case involving a 34-year-old woman who showed good treatment outcomes with long-term stability after multidisciplinary treatment for unilateral cleft lip and palate (CLP), maxillary hypoplasia, severe maxillary arch constriction, severe occlusal collapse, and gingival recession. A comprehensive treatment approach was developed with maximum consideration of strong scar constriction and gingival recession; it included minimum maxillary arch expansion, maxillary advancement by distraction osteogenesis using an internal distraction device, and mandibular setback using sagittal split ramus osteotomy. Her post-treatment records demonstrated a balanced facial profile and occlusion with improved facial symmetry. The patient's profile was dramatically improved, with reduced upper lip retrusion and lower lip protrusion as a result of the maxillary advancement and mandibular setback, respectively. Although gingival recession showed a slight increase, tooth mobility was within the normal physiological range. No tooth hyperesthesia was observed after treatment. There was negligible osseous relapse, and the occlusion remained stable after 5 years of post-treatment retention. Our findings suggest that such multidisciplinary approaches for the treatment of CLP with gingival recession and occlusal collapse help in improving occlusion and facial esthetics without the need for prostheses such as dental implants or bridges; in addition, the results show long-term post-treatment stability.

Cambios morfofuncionales en el periodoncio asociados al movimiento dentario por tratamiento ortodóncico / Morfofunctional changes in the periodontium associated to the teeth movement due to orthodontic treatment

Los cambios morfofuncionales que se producen en las estructuras de soporte dentario durante el movimiento ortodóncico involucran procesos bioquímicos, histológicos y fisiológicos. Desde hace más de un siglo, existen disímiles teorías que tratan de explicarlos; sin embargo, todavía se siguen realizando estudios a fin de comprenderlos más a fondo. En la presente comunicación se ofrece una actualización secuencial y resumida de dichos episodios, con el propósito de incrementar el nivel de conocimientos sobre el tema y mejorar la calidad en la atención ortodóncica.

Morfofunctional changes which take place in the supporting structures during the orthodontic movement involve biochemical, histological and physiologic processes. For more than one century, dissimilar theories exist that try to explain to them; however, studies are still being carried out in order to understand them thoroughly. In the present communication a sequential and summarized updating of these episodes, with the purpose of increasing the knowledge on the topic and improving the quality in the orthodontic care.

Aspectos radiográficos de osteossarcoma em maxila-relato de caso / Radiographic aspects of osteosarcoma in jaw

O osteossarcoma é uma neoplasia maligna, derivada de células ósseas, de etiologia idiopática, mais comum em ossos longos e raramente encontrado nos maxilares. Clinicamente, apresenta-se por meio de aumento de volume local, dor intensa, mobilidade dentária e limitação funcional. Radiograficamente, apresenta imagens osteofíticas de aspecto semelhante a raios de sol. O diagnóstico é estabelecido por achados clínicos, imaginológicos e histopatológicos. O tratamento consiste em ressecção cirúrgica, associada ou não à radioterapia e/ ou quimioterapia. Este presente artigo tem como objetivo apresentar um caso de osteossarcoma na maxila de um paciente de 30 anos, com enfoque em seus aspectos de imagem e radiográficos... (AU)

Ostessarcoma is the malignant neoplasm derived from bone cells, with idiopathic etiology, occurring more frequently in the long bones and rarely in the jaws. Clinically presents through local volume increase, severe pain, tooth mobility and functional limitation. Radiographically presents osteophytics images similar to sunshine. The diagnosis is established by clinical, imaginary and histopathological findings. The treatment consists of surgical resection associated or not with radiotherapy and / or chemotherapy. This article has as objective to present a case of osteosarcoma in the maxillary of a 30-year-old patient, focusing on its radiographic aspects... (AU)

Evaluation of polymerization ability of resin-based materials used for teeth splinting

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the polymerization ability of resin-based materials used for teeth splinting according to the thickness of cure. MATERIALS AND METHODS: For this study, the Light-Fix and G-FIX developed for resinous splinting materials and the G-aenial Universal Flo, the high-flowable composite resin available as restorative and splinting material, were used. Ten specimens of the thickness of 2, 3, 4 and 5 mm and 5 mm in diameter for each composite resin (total 120) were prepared. The microhardness of top and bottom surfaces for each specimen was measured by the Vickers hardness testing machine. The polymerization ability of the composite resin for each thickness was statistically analyzed using independent T-test at a 0.05 level of significance. RESULTS: There was no difference of polymerization ability regardless of the thickness in the Light-Fix and G-FIX. The G-aenial Universal Flo showed significantly low polymerization ability from the thickness of the 3 mm (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION: The Light-Fix and G-FIX, which are resin-based materials used for teeth splinting, are expected to be suitable for light curing up to 5 mm in thickness.

Influence of water absorption on flexural strength and elastic modulus in several resinous teeth splinting materials

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to compare flexural strength and elastic modulus of several splinting materials dependent on water absorption. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Three different materials; LightFix, G-FIX, G-aenial Universal Flo; were used in this study. Thirty rectangular bar specimens (25 × 2 × 2 mm) of each materials were prepared. Fifteen specimens of each materials were stored in 100% relative humidity atmosphere, 37℃ for 24 hours. The other specimens were stored in distilled water, 37℃ for 30 days. Flexural strength and elastic modulus were calculated using Universal testing machine. One-way ANOVA and Scheffe's post hoc test at 95% level of significance were used on all test results. RESULTS: In LightFix, flexural strength and elastic modulus were significantly decreased after aging. In G-FIX, there was no significant change in flexural strength and elastic modulus after aging. In Gaenial Universal Flo, flexural strength was significantly decreased, but elastic modulus did not change significantly. Statistical analysis reveals that flexural strength and elastic modulus increased in the order of LightFix, G-FIX, G-aenial Flo in both 24 hours and 30 days. CONCLUSION: It could be deduced from this study that flexural strength and elastic modulus of some resins could be changed when it aged in oral environment. Thus this should be considered when choosing a resin to perform a resin-bonded splint.

Implant-supported prosthetic rehabilitation for the edentulous maxilla using the additive manufacturing technology: A case report / 대한치과보철학회지

The direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) technique would be promising for the full-arch implant-supported restorations due to reduced cost and manufacturing time without potential human errors and casting defects. The aims of this case report were to describe the successful outcome of an implant-supported fixed dental prosthesis in the edentulous maxilla by using the DMLS technology and computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) monolithic zirconia crowns, and to describe its clinical implications. A healthy 51-year-old Korean woman visited Seoul National University Dental Hospital and she was in need of a rehabilitation of her entire maxilla due to severe tooth mobility. In this case, all maxillary teeth were extracted and an implant-supported fixed dental prosthesis was fabricated that involved a cobalt-chromium (Co-Cr) framework with the DMLS technique and CAD/CAM monolithic zirconia crowns. Six months after delivery, no distinct mechanical and biological complications were detected and the prosthesis exhibited satisfactory esthetics and function. In this case report, with the DMLS system, the three-dimensional printed prosthesis was created without additional manual tooling and thus, reliable accuracy and passive fit were obtained.