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Yoo H, Gao F, Agostini-Walesch G, Alabsy M, Mitchell JC, Carrilho MR. Use of marine occurrent extracts to enhance the stability of dentin extracellular matrix. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2024; 154:106498. [PMID: 38581962 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2024.106498] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Revised: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024]
Abstract
Chitosan (CS) and phloroglucinol (PhG), two extracts abundantly found in marine life, were investigated for their ability to biomodify demineralized dentin by enhancing collagen crosslinks and improving dentin extracellular matrix (ECM) mechanical and biochemical stability. Dentin obtained from non-carious extracted human molars were demineralized with phosphoric acid. Baseline Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectra, apparent flexural elastic modulus (AE) and dry mass (DM) of each specimen were independently acquired. Specimens were randomly incubated for 5 min into either ultrapure water (no-treatment), 1% glutaraldehyde (GA), 1% CS or 1% PhG. Water and GA were used, respectively, as a negative and positive control for collagen crosslinks. Specimens' post-treatment FTIR spectra, AE, and DM were obtained and compared with correspondent baseline measurements. Additionally, the host-derived proteolytic activity of dentin ECM was assessed using hydroxyproline assay (HYP) and spectrofluorometric analysis of a fluorescent-quenched substrate specific for matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). Finally, the bond strength of an etch-and-rinse adhesive was evaluated after application of marine compounds as non-rinsing dentin primers. Dentin specimens FTIR spectral profile changed remarkably, and their AE increased significantly after treatment with marine compounds. DM variation, HYP assay and fluorogenic substrate analysis concurrently indicated the biodegradation of CS- and PhG-treated specimens was significantly lesser in comparison with untreated specimens. CS and PhG treatments enhanced biomechanical/biochemical stability of demineralized dentin. These novel results show that PhG is a primer with the capacity to biomodify demineralized dentin, hence rendering it less susceptible to biodegradation by host-proteases.
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- Hyemin Yoo
- College of Dental Medicine - Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine - Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine - Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine - Arizona, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine - Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL, USA.
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Afkhami F, Chen Y, Walsh LJ, Peters OA, Xu C. Application of Nanomaterials in Endodontics. BME Front 2024; 5:0043. [PMID: 38711803 PMCID: PMC11070857 DOI: 10.34133/bmef.0043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024] Open
Abstract
Recent advancements in nanotechnology have introduced a myriad of potential applications in dentistry, with nanomaterials playing an increasing role in endodontics. These nanomaterials exhibit distinctive mechanical and chemical properties, rendering them suitable for various dental applications in endodontics, including obturating materials, sealers, retro-filling agents, and root-repair materials. Certain nanomaterials demonstrate versatile functionalities in endodontics, such as antimicrobial properties that bolster the eradication of bacteria within root canals during endodontic procedures. Moreover, they offer promise in drug delivery, facilitating targeted and controlled release of therapeutic agents to enhance tissue regeneration and repair, which can be used for endodontic tissue repair or regeneration. This review outlines the diverse applications of nanomaterials in endodontics, encompassing endodontic medicaments, irrigants, obturating materials, sealers, retro-filling agents, root-repair materials, as well as pulpal repair and regeneration. The integration of nanomaterials into endodontics stands poised to revolutionize treatment methodologies, presenting substantial potential advancements in the field. Our review aims to provide guidance for the effective translation of nanotechnologies into endodontic practice, serving as an invaluable resource for researchers, clinicians, and professionals in the fields of materials science and dentistry.
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- Farzaneh Afkhami
- School of Dentistry,
The University of Queensland, Brisbane,QLD4006, Australia
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- Sydney Dental School, Faculty of Medicine and Health,
The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW 2006, Australia
- School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- School of Dentistry,
The University of Queensland, Brisbane,QLD4006, Australia
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- School of Dentistry,
The University of Queensland, Brisbane,QLD4006, Australia
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- School of Dentistry,
The University of Queensland, Brisbane,QLD4006, Australia
- Sydney Dental School, Faculty of Medicine and Health,
The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW 2006, Australia
- Charles Perkins Centre,
The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW 2006, Australia
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Jia C, Li H, Yang Z, Xu R, Wang L, Li H. From medical strategy to foodborne prophylactic strategy: Stabilizing dental collagen with aloin. Food Sci Nutr 2024; 12:830-842. [PMID: 38370038 PMCID: PMC10867467 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.3795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
Abstract
Infectious oral diseases are longstanding global public health concerns. However, traditional medical approaches to address these diseases are costly, traumatic, and prone to relapse. Here, we propose a foodborne prophylactic strategy using aloin to safeguard dental collagen. The effect of aloin on the stability of dental collagen was evaluated by treating dentin with a solution containing aloin (0.1 mg/mL) for 2 min. This concentration is comparable to the natural aloin content of edible aloe. Furthermore, we investigated the mechanisms underlying the interactions between aloin and dentin collagen. Our findings, obtained through fluorescence spectroscopy, attenuated total reflection Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, Gaussian peak fitting, circular dichroism spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction, revealed that aloin interacts with dental collagen through noncovalent bonding, specifically hydrogen bonding in situ. This interaction leads to a reduction in the distance between molecules and an increase in the proportion of stable α-helical chains in the dental collagen. The ultimate tensile strength and thermogravimetric analysis demonstrated that dental collagen treated with aloin exhibited improved mechanical strength and thermostability. Additionally, the release of hydroxyproline, cross-linked carboxy-terminal telopeptide of type I collagen, and C-terminal cross-linked telopeptide of type I collagen, along with weight loss, indicated an enhancement in the enzymatic stability of dental collagen. These findings suggest that aloin administration could be a daily, nondestructive, and cost-effective strategy for managing infectious oral diseases.
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- Chongzhi Jia
- Department of Stomatology, The First Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
- Department of Stomatology, The Third Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
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- Department of Stomatology, The First Medical CenterChinese PLA General HospitalBeijingChina
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Pascale C, Geaman J, Mendoza C, Gao F, Kaminski A, Cuevas-Nunez M, Darvishan B, Mitchell JC, Carrilho MR, Sigar I. In vitro assessment of antimicrobial potential of low molecular weight chitosan and its ability to mechanically reinforce and control endogenous proteolytic activity of dentine. Int Endod J 2023; 56:1337-1349. [PMID: 37584496 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Revised: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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AIMS Chitosan-based biomaterials exhibit several properties of biological interest for endodontic treatment. Herein, a low molecular weight chitosan (CH) solution was tested for its antimicrobial activity against Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis) and effects on dentine structure. METHODOLOGY The root canal of 27 extracted uniradicular teeth were biomechanically prepared, inoculated with a suspension of E. faecalis and randomly assigned to be irrigated with either 5.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaClO), 0.2% CH or sterile ultrapure water (W). Bacteriologic samples were collected from root canals and quantified for of E. faecalis colony-forming units (CFUs). The effectiveness of CH over E. faecalis biofilms was further measured using the MBEC Assay®. Additionally, dentine beams and dentine powder were obtained, respectively, from crowns and roots of 20 extracted third molars. Dentine samples were treated or not with 17% EDTA and immersed in either CH or W for 1 min. The effects of CH on dentine structure were evaluated by assessment of the modulus of elasticity, endogenous proteolytic activity and biochemical modifications. RESULTS The number of E. faecalis CFUs was significantly lower for samples irrigated with CH and NaClO. No significant differences were found between CH and NaClO treatments. Higher modulus of elasticity and lower proteolytic activity were reported for dentine CH-treated specimens. Chemical interaction between CH and dentine was observed for samples treated or not with EDTA. CONCLUSIONS Present findings suggest that CH could be used as an irrigant during root canal treatment with the triple benefit of reducing bacterial activity, mechanically reinforcing dentine and inhibiting dentine proteolytic activity.
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- Christina Pascale
- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Graduate Studies, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
- College of Dental Medicine Arizona, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Dental Medicine Illinois, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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- College of Graduate Studies, Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
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Aminoshariae A, Azarpazhooh A, Fouad AF, Glickman GN, He J, Kim SG, Kishen A, Letra AM, Levin L, Setzer FC, Tay FR, Hargreaves KM. Insights into the October 2022 Issue of the JOE. J Endod 2022; 48:1229-1231. [PMID: 36162875 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2022.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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- Faculty of Dentistry University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Texas A&M College of Dentistry, College Station, Texas
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- Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, New York
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- Faculty of Dentistry University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, Center for Craniofacial and Dental Genetics, University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- The Dental College of Georgia, Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia
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