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Rakasevic D, Marinkovic J, Rakonjac B, Arce M, Joksimovic E, Markovic J, Kulic M, Hadzi-Mihailovic M, Markovic A. Evaluation of photodynamic therapy efficacy vs. conventional antifungal therapy in patients with poor-fitting dentures suffering from denture stomatitis. A prospective clinical study. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2024; 45:103913. [PMID: 38049045 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2023.103913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2023] [Revised: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 12/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND The long-term use of antifungal therapy in denture stomatitis (DS) treatment could be accompanied by antifungal-resistant strain onset, leading to compromised therapeutic procedure and disease reappearance. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has shown the ability to eradicate oral infections and resistance strains. This prospective clinical study aimed to assess the PDT's effectiveness compared to the conventional treatment on clinical and microbiological parameters in patients with DS without denture wear during the treatment and follow-ups. METHODS Forty-two patients diagnosed with DS were randomly assigned to one-session single PDT application (test group) or conventional antifungal therapy (control group). Clinical and microbiological parameters were assessed and analyzed before and at 3rd, 15th, and 30th day following the treatments. Microbiological samples were analyzed by a Matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry. The data was statistically analyzed. RESULTS Prior to the treatment, Candida species, including C. albicans (100%), C. glabrata (33%), C. tropicalis (31%), C. krusei (31%) were isolated in all patients. Both treatment procedures demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in C. albicans at all follow-up time intervals (p < 0.05). However, PDT displayed a statistically significant reduction in C. krusei compared to the conventional treatment at all follow-up periods (p < 0.05). Clinical parameters improved considerably in the test group compared to the control group at the 3rd and 15th day of follow-up. CONCLUSION One-session single PDT application demonstrated significant improvement in both clinical and microbiological outcomes in a short-term period, resulting in complete Candida spp. eradication compared to conventional antifungal therapy.
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- Dragana Rakasevic
- Implant and Research Centre, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia; Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Institute for Nuclear Science, Vinca, University of Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute for Microbiology, Medical Military Academy, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Chile, Chile
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- Department of Prosthodontic, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia
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- Implant and Research Centre, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia
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- University Hospital Center "Dr. Dragisa Misovic-Dedinje", Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Periodontology and Oral Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia
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- Implant and Research Centre, School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia
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Al-Maweri SA, Alhajj MN, Anweigi L, Ashraf S, Halboub E, Salleh NM, Alanazi RH, Nassani MZ, Noushad M, Al Khabuli JO, Shamala A. Efficacy of photodynamic therapy on candida colonization and clinical symptoms in denture stomatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health 2024; 24:84. [PMID: 38229054 PMCID: PMC10790471 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03789-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has been recently proposed as a promising alternative therapy for Denture Stomatitis (DS). The present systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the current available evidence regarding the efficacy of PDT in the management of DS. MATERIALS AND METHODS PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and ProQuest were searched up to June 7, 2023. All relevant clinical trials were included. RevMan software was used for the statistical analyses. RESULTS Elven randomized clinical trials (460 DS patients) were included. Eight studies assessed the efficacy of PDT vs. topical antifungal therapy, while three studies assessed the adjunctive use of PDT (PDT + antifungal therapy) vs. topical antifungal therapy alone. The results revealed comparable efficacy of PDT and conventional antifungal therapy on candida colonization at 15 days (MD: 0.95, 95% CI: -0.28, 2.19, p = 0.13) and at the end of follow-up (MD: -0.17, 95% CI: -1.33, 0.98, p = 0.77). The pooled two studies revealed relatively better efficacy of adjunctive use of PDT with antifungal therapy on candida colonization compared to antifungal therapy alone at 15 days (MD: -6.67, 95% CI: -15.15, 1.82, p = 0.12), and at the end of follow-up (MD: -7.14, 95% CI: -19.78, 5.50, p = 0.27). Additionally, the results revealed comparable efficacy of PDT and topical antifungal therapy on the clinical outcomes. CONCLUSIONS PDT might be considered a viable option for DS either as an adjunct or as an alternative to the topical antifungal medications. Further studies with adequate sample sizes and standardized PDT parameters are warranted.
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- Sadeq A Al-Maweri
- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Thamar University, Dhamar, Yemen
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- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, Vision Colleges, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Vision College of Dentistry and Nursing, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative and Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Dar Al Uloom University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative and Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Dar Al Uloom University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Preventive and Biomedical Science, College of Dentistry, University of Science & Technology, Sanaa, Yemen.
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Vila-Nova TEL, Leão RDS, Santiago Junior JF, Pellizzer EP, Vasconcelos BCDE, Moraes SLD. Photodynamic therapy in the treatment of denture stomatitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Prosthet Dent 2023; 130:825-832. [PMID: 35125209 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2021.11.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2021] [Revised: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Photodynamic therapy is widely used in dentistry, but limited evidence exists regarding its effectiveness in treating denture stomatitis. High resistance to antifungals has been reported, and photodynamic therapy could be an alternative treatment. PURPOSE The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate whether photodynamic therapy is effective in reducing denture stomatitis. MATERIAL AND METHODS A systematic review was conducted based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) checklist and recorded in the prospective register of systematic reviews (PROSPERO) (CRD42020205589) to answer the population, intervention, control, outcome (PICO) question: "Is photodynamic therapy effective in the treatment of denture stomatitis when compared with the use of antifungal agents?" Electronic searches were performed in databases PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane library, and Web of Science for articles published until February 2021 by using the following terms: (denture stomatitis OR oral candidiasis) AND (low-level light therapy OR laser therapy OR lasers OR photodynamic therapies OR photochemotherapy) AND (antifungal drugs OR antifungal agents OR antimicrobial OR treatment). Clinical trials and randomized clinical trials, studies in the English language, and studies comparing antifungal agents with photodynamic therapy were included. RESULTS In total, 5 articles were selected for the qualitative analysis and 3 for the meta-analysis. No significant difference was detected between antifungal therapy and photodynamic therapy in the reduction of colony-forming units on the palate. In a subgroup analysis, a significant difference was found in the reduction of colony-forming units on the palate at 15 days and at the denture surface at 30 days. CONCLUSIONS Photodynamic therapy is effective in the treatment of denture stomatitis, but after 30 days and 15 days, the antifungals demonstrated better performance.
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- Taciana Emília Leite Vila-Nova
- PhD student, Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Pernambuco (UPE), Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Adjunct Professor of Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Pernambuco University (UPE), Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Full Professor of Departament of Dental Materials and Prosthodontics, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araçatuba Dental School, Araçatuba, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Associate Professor, Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Pernambuco (UPE), Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Xin YH, Ying TJ, Syeed MS, Veettil SK, Menon RK. Comparative effectiveness of interventions for the treatment of denture stomatitis: A systematic review with network meta-analysis. J Prosthet Dent 2023:S0022-3913(23)00019-7. [PMID: 36863936 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2023.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Revised: 01/07/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/04/2023]
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Symptomatic denture stomatitis (DS) is a painful oral mucosal disorder that can impair quality of life in denture wearers. A complete cure of DS is difficult to achieve, and the most efficacious regimen to treat DS has not yet been conclusively established. PURPOSE The purpose of this network meta-analysis was to assess the comparative efficacy of interventions used for the treatment of DS. MATERIAL AND METHODS A search was conducted for trials published in Medline, Scopus, PubMed, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials from inception until February 2022 (PROSPERO Reg no: CRD42021271366). Network meta-analysis was performed on data from randomized controlled trials that assessed the comparative efficacy of any form of intervention for the treatment of DS in denture wearers. Agents were ranked according to their effectiveness in the treatment of DS based on outcomes using surface under the cumulative ranking (SUCRA). RESULTS A total of 25 articles were included in the quantitative analysis. Topical antifungal agents (risk ratio [RR]=4.37[95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.15,8.90), topical antimicrobial agents used along with systemic antifungal agents (RR=4.25[95% CI: 1.79,10.33]), systemic antifungal agents (RR=4.25[95% CI: 1.79,10.10]), photodynamic therapy (RR=4.25[95% CI: 1.75,8.98]), and topical plant products (RR=3.40[95% CI: 1.59,7.26]) were found to effectively improve DS. Microwave disinfection concurrently administered with topical antifungal agents (RR=7.38(95% CI: 2.75,19.81), microwave disinfection 7.38[95% CI: 2.75,19.81]), topical antifungal agents (RR=4.88[95% CI: 1.92,12.42]), topical plant products (RR=4.49[95% CI: 1.70,11.82]), systemic antifungal agents together with topical antimicrobial agents (RR=3.85[95% CI: 1.33,11.10]), topical antimicrobial agents (RR=3.39[95% CI: 1.17,9.81]), systemic antifungal agents (RR=3.37[95% CI: 1.21,9.34]), and photodynamic therapy or photochemotherapy (PDT) (RR=2.93[95% CI: 1.01,8.47]) were found to effectively resolve mycological DS. Topical antifungals ranked highest in the SUCRA ranking for clinical improvement, whereas microwave disinfection concurrently administered with topical antifungal agents ranked highest for mycological resolution. None of the agents demonstrated significant side effects except for topical antimicrobial agents which demonstrated altered taste and staining of oral structures. CONCLUSIONS Available evidence suggests that topical antifungals, microwave, and systemic antifungals are effective in the treatment of DS, but confidence in these findings is low because of the limited number of studies and a high risk of bias. Additional clinical trials are needed on photodynamic therapy, topical plant products, and topical antimicrobials.
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- Yew Hui Xin
- Predoctoral student, School of Dentistry, International Medical University, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
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- Predoctoral student, School of Dentistry, International Medical University, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
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- PhD Candidate, Department of Pharmacotherapy, College of Pharmacy, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- Research Associate, Department of Pharmacotherapy, College of Pharmacy, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Ajman University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates.
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Al-Ghamdi ARS, Khanam HK, Qamar Z, Abdul NS, Reddy N, Vempalli S, Noushad M, Alqahtani WMS. Therapeutic efficacy of adjunctive photodynamic therapy in the treatment of denture stomatitis. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2023; 42:103326. [PMID: 36773753 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2023.103326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2023] [Revised: 02/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND The present report assessed the efficacy of curcumin-mediated photodynamic therapy (CUR-mediated PDT) as an adjunct to antifungal gel treatment by evaluating the salivary interleukin-6 (IL-6) and matrix metalloproteinases-8 (MMP-8) levels together with Candida species counts in denture stomatitis (DS) patients. METHODS In total, 50 DS subjects were randomly categorized into 2 groups: Group-1: subjects who received the antifungal gel treatment and Group-2: participants who received CUR-mediated PDT. The Sabourad Dextrose Agar and CHROMAgar were utilized for evaluating Candida species counts, while the Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay was employed to estimate the salivary levels of IL-6 and MMP-8. All clinical evaluations were performed at the baseline, 1 month, and 2 months. RESULTS In total, group-2 subjects showed a significant decrease in Candida albicans (C. albicans) counts on both follow-ups (i.e., 1-month and 2-month) than group-1 participants. C. krusei count also reduced in group-2 subejcts than group-1 participants at the 2nd follow-up as compared to the baseline, nevertheless, a slight increase in C. krusei count was noticed in group-2 subjects at the 2nd follow-up than the 1st follow-up. The salivary IL-6 and MMP-8 levels in both groups reduced significantly at both follow-ups than the baseline. According to the stepwise logistic regression analysis, no statistically significant correlation was observed between Candida species count and other parameters such as age and gender of the patient, duration of DS, and frequency of treatment(s). CONCLUSION CUR-mediated PDT is an efficaciousness therapeutic modality for alleviating Candida species counts on the surface of denture and the palatal mucosa, as well as improving the salivary IL-6 and MMP-8 levels in DS patients.
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- Abdul Rahman Saeed Al-Ghamdi
- Department of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Dar Al Uloom University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Dar Al Uloom University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of O&MFS and Diagnostic Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of OMFS and Diagnostic Sciences (Oral Pathology), Faculty of Dentistry, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Dar Al Uloom University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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Abuhajar E, Ali K, Zulfiqar G, Al Ansari K, Raja HZ, Bishti S, Anweigi L. Management of Chronic Atrophic Candidiasis (Denture Stomatitis)-A Narrative Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:3029. [PMID: 36833718 PMCID: PMC9967389 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20043029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2023] [Revised: 02/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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One of the most common oral diseases affecting people wearing dentures is chronic atrophic candidiasis or denture stomatitis (DS). The aim of the paper is to provide an update on the pathogenesis, presentation, and management of DS in general dental practice settings. A comprehensive review of the literature published in the last ten years was undertaken using multiple databases, including PubMed via MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Scopus. The eligible articles were analyzed to identify evidence-based strategies for the management of DS. Despite its multifactorial nature, the leading cause of DS is the development of oral Candida albicans biofilm, which is facilitated by poor oral and denture hygiene, long-term denture wear, ill-fitting dentures, and the porosity of the acrylic resin in the dentures. DS affects between 17 and 75% of the population wearing dentures, with a slight predominance in elderly females. The mucosal denture surfaces and posterior tongue are the common sites of DS, and the affected areas exhibit erythema, the swelling of the palatal mucosa and edema. Oral and denture hygiene protocols, adjusting or re-fabricating poorly adapting dentures, smoking cessation, avoiding nocturnal denture wear, and the administration of topical or systemic antifungals are the mainstay of management. Alternate treatments such as microwave disinfection, phytomedicine, photodynamic therapy, and incorporation of antifungals and nanoparticles into denture resins are being evaluated for the treatment of DS but require further evidence before routine use in clinical practice. In summary, DS is the most common oral inflammatory lesion experienced by denture wearers. Most patients with DS can be managed in general dental practice settings. Effective management by general dental practitioners may be supported by a thorough understanding of the pathogenesis, the recognition of the clinical presentation, and an awareness of contemporary treatment strategies.
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- Eman Abuhajar
- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar
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- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar
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- CMH Lahore Medical College, Institute of Dentistry, Lahore 54810, Pakistan
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Biomaterials, Aachen University Hospital, 52074 Aachen, Germany
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- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar
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Besegato JF, de Melo PBG, Tamae PE, Alves APAR, Rondón LF, Leanse LG, Dos Anjos C, Casarin HH, Chinelatti MA, Faria G, Dai T, Bagnato VS, Rastelli ANDS. How can biophotonics help dentistry to avoid or minimize cross infection by SARS-CoV-2? Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2021; 37:102682. [PMID: 34910994 PMCID: PMC8666148 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2021.102682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2021] [Revised: 09/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Biophotonics is defined as the combination of biology and photonics (the physical science of the light). It is a general term for all techniques that deal with the interaction between biological tissues/cells and photons (light). Biophotonics offers a great variety of techniques that can facilitate the early detection of diseases and promote innovative theragnostic approaches. As the COVID-19 infection can be transmitted due to the face-to-face communication, droplets and aerosol inhalation and the exposure to saliva, blood, and other body fluids, as well as the handling of sharp instruments, dental practices are at increased risk of infection. In this paper, a literature review was performed to explore the application of Biophotonics approaches in Dentistry focusing on the COVID-19 pandemic and how they can contribute to avoid or minimize the risks of infection in a dental setting. For this, search-related papers were retrieved from PubMED, Scielo, Google Schoolar, and American Dental Association and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention databases. The body of evidence currently available showed that Biophotonics approaches can reduce microorganism load, decontaminate surfaces, air, tissues, and minimize the generation of aerosol and virus spreading by minimally invasive, time-saving, and alternative techniques in general. However, each clinical situation must be individually evaluated regarding the benefits and drawbacks of these approaches, but always pursuing less-invasive and less aerosol-generating procedures, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- João Felipe Besegato
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, University of Harvard, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, University of Harvard, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
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- Dentistry School, Central Paulista University Center - UNICEP, São Carlos 13563-470, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil.
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- Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, University of Harvard, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araraquara, São Paulo State University - UNESP, 1680 Humaitá Street - 3rd floor, Araraquara 14801-903, SP, Brazil.
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Firoozi P, Farshidfar N, Fekrazad R. Efficacy of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy compared to nystatin therapy in reducing Candida colony count in patients with Candida-associated denture stomatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Evid Based Dent 2021. [DOI: https:/doi.org/10.1038/s41432-021-0208-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 08/30/2023]
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Firoozi P, Farshidfar N, Fekrazad R. Efficacy of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy compared to nystatin therapy in reducing Candida colony count in patients with Candida-associated denture stomatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Evid Based Dent 2021:10.1038/s41432-021-0208-9. [PMID: 34862461 DOI: 10.1038/s41432-021-0208-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Purpose This meta-analysis assessed the efficacy of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) compared to conventional nystatin therapy (NYT) in reducing Candida colony count in patients with Candida-associated denture stomatitis (CADS) and critically appraised the available literature.Methods This meta-analysis was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) updated guidelines. A literature search was performed in four electronic databases to identify relevant articles up to 15 August 2021. Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) that assessed the efficacy of aPDT compared to NYT in reducing Candida colony count in patients with CADS were investigated. The weighted mean difference (MD) and 95% confidence interval were calculated. The I2 statistic was used to determine heterogeneity at the level of α = 0.10. The Cochrane risk of bias (RoB 2) tool was used to assess the risk of bias. Certainty of the evidence was determined using the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) ranking system.Results Only three eligible RCTs with 141 participants were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis. Based on the pooled results, NYT compared to aPDT generally performed better in reducing Candida colony count (Log10 CFU/mL) in patients' palate and patients' denture. The included studies had a moderate risk of bias and the certainty of the evidence was low.Conclusion Although still inconclusive, based on the current evidence, aPDT may be effective in reducing Candida colony count and treating CADS. Nonetheless, it does not appear to be more effective than conventional NYT in this regard. According to the limited number of included studies, more well-designed RCTs with larger sample sizes and standardised methodology should be conducted to validate this conclusion.
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- Parsa Firoozi
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran; Student Research Committee, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.
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- Orthodontic Research Center, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran; Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Professor of Radiation Sciences Research Centre, Laser Research Centre in Medical Sciences, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran; International Network for Photo Medicine and Photo Dynamic Therapy (INPMPDT), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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Denture Stomatitis Revisited: A Summary of Systematic Reviews in the Past Decade and Two Case Reports of Papillary Hyperplasia of Unusual Locations. Int J Dent 2021; 2021:7338143. [PMID: 34691183 PMCID: PMC8528609 DOI: 10.1155/2021/7338143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Revised: 07/25/2021] [Accepted: 09/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Objectives Denture stomatitis is a mucosal condition associated with complete and partial removable dentures. This paper presents a short review of the literature on this topic with more emphasis on the treatment protocols of denture stomatitis as studied in recent systematic reviews. Methods A general review of the literature was carried out in the first part of this paper, and then the most recent systematic reviews on the treatment protocols of denture stomatitis were summarized. Results Fifteen systematic reviews were collected and classified into six main treatment protocols. Conclusions Dentist knowledge of up-to-date treatment options of denture stomatitis will assist comprehensive treatment planning. However, the newer methods of denture disinfection need further studies before recommendation.
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Reina BD, Santezi Neto C, Garcia PPNS, Chorilli M, Calixto GMF, Dovigo LN. Bioadhesive Curcumin-Mediated Photodynamic Inactivation and Its Potential to Cause Undesirable Effects on Dental and Restorative Surfaces. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13091458. [PMID: 34575534 PMCID: PMC8468794 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13091458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2021] [Revised: 08/26/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Curcumin-mediated Photodynamic Inactivation (PDI) has shown great potential to disinfect specific sites on tooth enamel but may involve contact with restorative materials. Thus, before use in dentistry, it is necessary to investigate whether the PDI protocol causes undesirable changes in the surfaces of aesthetic restorative materials and dental enamel. This study investigated the effect of PDI mediated by curcumin (CUR) in a liquid crystal precursor system on color stability (ΔE), surface roughness (Ra), and microhardness (kgf) of three different composite resins and bovine dental enamel specimens. The microhardness and roughness readings were performed 60 days after the treatments while the color readings were performed immediately, 24, 48, and 72 h, 7, 14, 21, 30, and 60 days after the treatments. Results showed that CUR mediated-PDI does not seem to have the potential to promote any esthetic or mechanical changes to the surface of tooth enamel and can be applied safely in clinical practice. However, the results on color, roughness, and hardness obtained for composite resins show that some negative effects can be produced, depending on the type of restorative material; more experiments must be performed with different formulations and, perhaps, with lower concentrations of CUR.
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- Bárbara Donadon Reina
- Department of Social Dentistry, School of Dentistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rua Humaitá 1680, Araraquara SP 14801-903, Brazil; (B.D.R.); (P.P.N.S.G.)
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- Independent Researcher, the Moment of the Submission (Unaffiliated Researcher), São Carlos SP 14801-903, Brazil;
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- Department of Social Dentistry, School of Dentistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rua Humaitá 1680, Araraquara SP 14801-903, Brazil; (B.D.R.); (P.P.N.S.G.)
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- Department of Drugs and Medicines, School of Pharmacy, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rodovia Araraquara-Jaú, Km. 1, Araraquara SP 14800-903, Brazil;
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- Department of Biosciences, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Avenida Limeira, Piracicaba SP 13414-903, Brazil;
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- Department of Social Dentistry, School of Dentistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rua Humaitá 1680, Araraquara SP 14801-903, Brazil; (B.D.R.); (P.P.N.S.G.)
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Labban N, Taweel SMA, ALRabiah MA, Alfouzan AF, Alshiddi IF, Assery MK. Efficacy of Rose Bengal and Curcumin mediated photodynamic therapy for the treatment of denture stomatitis in patients with habitual cigarette smoking: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2021; 35:102380. [PMID: 34087468 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2021.102380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2021] [Revised: 05/14/2021] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cigarette smoking in conjugation with bad oral hygiene is considered a typical predisposing factor for many oral diseases including denture stomatitis. This study investigated the effect of Rose Bengal (RB)-and Curcumin (CUR)-mediated photodynamic therapy (PDT) in comparison with nystatin therapy in the intervention of denture stomatitis in cigarette smokers. METHODS Overall, 45 habitual cigarette smokers aged ~58 years having denture stomatitis were categorized into three groups: Group-I - RB-mediated PDT, Group-II - CUR-mediated PDT, and Group-III - Nystatin therapy. The primary outcome of the interest was: counts of Candida colony from denture surface and palatal mucosa, calculated as CFU/mL, whereas the prevalence of Candida species determined in 3 research groups comprised the secondary outcome. Oral swab specimens were gathered from the denture surfaces and palatal mucosa. All clinical assessments were performed at baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks. RESULTS C. albicans was the most prevalent yeast identified on both denture surfaces and palatal mucosa, followed by C. tropicalis and C. glabrata. A considerable decrease in the CFU/mL scores were observed in Group-I and Group-II at the end of the interventions and on the 12-week follow-up (p<0.05). Group-I, II, and III demonstrated clinical efficacy rates of 53%, 51%, and 49%, respectively. CONCLUSION CUR-and RB-mediated PDT was found to be as effective as topical Nystatin therapy for the intervention of denture stomatitis among cigarette smokers.
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- Nawaf Labban
- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University. P. O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University. P. O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University. P. O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University. P. O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University. P. O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Davoudi A, Shadmehr E, Savoj M, Akhavan-Khaleghi M, Tabesh M, Zakizade M, Ebadian B. Laser Treatment of Fiber Post and Final Push-Out Bond Strength: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. PHOTOBIOMODULATION PHOTOMEDICINE AND LASER SURGERY 2020; 39:321-333. [PMID: 33275497 DOI: 10.1089/photob.2020.4809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Purpose: This review article tries to answer this question: "What are the effects of laser surface treatment of fiber posts (FPs), compared with other surface roughening methods, on bond strength of cemented FPs?" Methods: Search was carried out in six electronic databases by focusing on defined key words. Related titles and abstracts, up to March 2019, were collected, read, and selected for quality assessments. A total of 2408 articles were included in the study at the initial stage of the searching phase. Results: Finally, seven studies were recognized to be reliable to be reviewed and meta data analysis in the study. All the studies were in vitro with a total of 340 samples. None of the Er:YAG (-0.27, 95% CI: -2.29 to 1.76; p = 0.79) and Er,Cr:YSGG (-0.04, 95% CI: -1.43 to 1.35; p = 0.95) treated samples showed any significant overall mean differences in final push-out bond strength (PBS) compared with the control groups. Conclusions: Laser pretreatment of FP surfaces might not be effective in providing high PBS. FP surface are susceptible to damage of high-level laser irradiation and might show decreased bond strength.
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- Amin Davoudi
- Department of Prosthodontics, Dental Implants Research Center, Dental Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, UCSF Preventive & Restorative Dental Science, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Dental Research Center, Dental Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Dental Implants Research Center, Dental Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Dental Research Center, Dental Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Orthodontics, Dental School, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Dental Implants Research Center, Dental Research Institute, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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Gonçalves NDL, Borges VM, de Arruda JAA, Dos Santos EG, Diniz IMA, Madeira MFM, Moreno A. Antimicrobial effects of photodynamic therapy on Staphylococcus aureus biofilm grown on a specific acrylic resin surface for ocular prostheses. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2020; 32:102042. [PMID: 33321571 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2020.102042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2020] [Revised: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a treatment for the specific control of oral biofilms. However, its effects on maxillofacial prostheses have been barely explored. In this study, we evaluated the antimicrobial effect of PDT using methylene blue (MB) and laser against a Staphylococcus aureus biofilm developed on the surface of scleral acrylic resin. METHODS Sixty-six specimens of acrylic resin designed for ocular prostheses were fabricated in a disk-shaped format (3 × 10 mm). S. aureus biofilm was grown on the surface of the specimens for 24 h and the disks were then treated with MB at different concentrations (25, 50, 75 or 100 μg/mL), with or without PDT (GaAlAs diode laser; 660 nm; 100 mW; 9 J; 321.4 J.cm-2; 3.5 W.cm-2 and 90 s). Control groups were treated with 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHX) or phosphate buffered saline. After the treatments, colony forming units (CFU) were counted and the samples were qualitatively evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Data were analyzed descriptively and by nested ANOVA and the Tukey test (α = .05). RESULTS PDT groups with MB concentrations at 75 and 100 μg/mL formed fewer CFU compared to the other groups (P < 0.001) and the 2% CHX group did not form any CFU. SEM images revealed that the surface of the polymers in these groups did not show bacterial colonies. CONCLUSIONS PDT significantly reduced S. aureus biofilm in the scleral acrylic resin when associated with an MB dilution of 75 μg/mL or higher. Thus, PDT can be a promising candidate for disinfecting ocular prostheses.
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- Nayane de Lanes Gonçalves
- Department of Oral Surgery, Pathology and Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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- Department of Microbiology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Pathology and Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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- Department of Business, Paulista School of Politics, Economics and Business, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Osasco, SP, Brazil.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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- Department of Microbiology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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- Department of Oral Surgery, Pathology and Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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Kryukov AI, Garov EV, Klimentov SM, Sidorina NG, Kucherov AG, Mishchenko VV, Tsarapkin GY, Zemlanckaya AS. [Application of semiconductor LED laser generators in otorhinolaryngology]. Vestn Otorinolaringol 2020; 84:77-82. [PMID: 32027328 DOI: 10.17116/otorino20198406177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The review article provides brief data on the classification of lasers in medicine, the history of the use of therapeutic lasers. The problems of the use of semiconductor lasers in inflammatory diseases of various etiologies, as well as in various diseases of ENT organs, in particular, in diseases of the middle ear are considered.
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- A I Kryukov
- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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- National Research Nuclear University, Moscow, Russia, 115409
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- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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- The Sverzhevskiy's Research clinical Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Moscow, Russia, 117152
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Cagna DR, Donovan TE, McKee JR, Eichmiller F, Metz JE, Albouy JP, Marzola R, Murphy KR, Troeltzsch M. Annual review of selected scientific literature: A report of the Committee on Scientific Investigation of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. J Prosthet Dent 2019; 122:198-269. [PMID: 31405523 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2019.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2019] [Accepted: 05/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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This comprehensive review of the 2018 dental literature is provided to inform busy dentists about progress in the profession. Developed by the Committee on Scientific Investigation of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, each author brings discipline-specific expertise to one of the 8 sections of the report including (1) prosthodontics; (2) periodontics, alveolar bone, and peri-implant tissues; (3) implant dentistry; (4) dental materials and therapeutics; (5) occlusion and temporomandibular disorders; (6) sleep-related breathing disorders; (7) oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial surgery; and (8) dental caries and cariology. The report targets important information that will likely influence day-to-day treatment decisions. Each review is not intended to stand alone but to update interested readers so that they may visit source materials if greater detail is desired. As the profession continues its march toward evidence-based clinical decision-making, an already voluminous library of potentially valuable dental literature continues to grow. It is the intention of this review and its authors to provide assistance in navigating the extensive dental literature published in 2018. It is our hope that readers find this work useful in the clinical management of patients moving forward.
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- David R Cagna
- Professor, Associate Dean, and Residency Director, Department of Prosthodontics, University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, College of Dentistry, Memphis, Tenn.
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- Professor and Head of Biomaterials, Department of Restorative Sciences, University of North Carolina School of Dentistry, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Private practice, Restorative Dentistry, Downers Grove, Ill
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- Private practice, Restorative Dentistry, Columbus, Ohio
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Restorative Sciences, University of North Carolina School of Dentistry, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Periodontics, University of Maryland College of Dentistry, Baltimore, MD; Private practice, Periodontics and Prosthodontics, Baltimore, MD
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Al-Shammery D, Michelogiannakis D, Ahmed ZU, Ahmed HB, Rossouw PE, Romanos GE, Javed F. Scope of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy in Orthodontics and related research: A review. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2019; 25:456-459. [PMID: 30753923 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2019.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2018] [Revised: 01/10/2019] [Accepted: 02/08/2019] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of the present study was to comprehensively review indexed literature regarding the potential role of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) in Orthodontics. METHODS Indexed databases were searched up to and including January 2019 using the following key words: (a) antimicrobial photodynamic therapy; (b) antimicrobial photodynamic chemotherapy; (c) orthodontic; and (d) orthodontics. Original (clinical and experimental) studies, case-reports, and case-series were included. Letters to the Editor, commentaries and review articles were excluded. RESULTS Out of the 29 studies identified in the initial search, 4 studies were processed for data extraction. Three studies were randomized clinical trials performed in humans and 1 study was experimental. Results from 2 studies showed that aPDT is effective in the treatment of gingival inflammation in patients undergoing orthodontic therapy (OT). One study showed that oral decontamination can be successfully performed using aPDT among patients undergoing OT. Results of the experimental study showed that aPDT helps in surface decontamination of orthodontic instruments. CONCLUSION There is insufficient evidence in indexed literature to justify the potential role of aPDT in OT. Hence, further studies are required in this regard.
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- Deema Al-Shammery
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA; Department of Community Dentistry and Oral Disease Prevention, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, USA
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- Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, USA; Laboratory for Periodontal-, Implant-, Phototherapy (LA-PIP), School of Dental Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, USA
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