著者

Paula Goes Caio S. Dutra Mário R. P. Lisboa Delane V. Gondim Renata Leitão Gerly A. C. Brito Rodrigo O. Rego

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.58, no.4, pp.569-574, 2016 (Released:2016-12-23)

参考文献数

29

被引用文献数

15 43

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This pilot study evaluated the clinical efficacy of a mouthwash containing 1% Matricaria chamomilla L. (MTC) extract in reducing gingival inflammation and plaque formation in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study enrolled a total of 30 males and females (age, 10-40 years) with fixed orthodontic appliances and a minimum of 20 natural teeth. The participants were allocated to three groups (n = 10 each) and asked to rinse with 15 mL of a placebo, 0.12% chlorhexidine (CHX), or 1% MTC mouthwash, immediately after brushing for 1 min, in the morning and evening, for 15 days. Data (mean ± SD) on visible plaque index (VPI) and gingival bleeding index (GBI) were recorded on days 1 and 15. The placebo group exhibited increases in VPI and GBI (10.2% and 23.1%, respectively) from day 1 to day 15. As compared with placebo, VPI and GBI significantly decreased in the MTC group (−25.6% and −29.9%, respectively) and the CHX group (−39.9% and −32.0%, respectively). In summary, MTC reduced biofilm accumulation and gingival bleeding in patients with gingivitis, probably because of its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities.(J Oral Sci 58, 569-574, 2016)

著者

Shuichi Nishikubo Shouhei Ogisawa Junya Nakajima Hiroaki Azaki Keiji Shinozuka Morio Tonogi

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.3, pp.298-300, 2021 (Released:2021-06-29)

参考文献数

10

被引用文献数

1

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Backsliding is a major problem when moving the maxilla significantly forward in orthognathic surgery. For example, in sleep surgery, maxillomandibular advancement is an application of orthognathic surgery, and it is well known that the anterior movement of the maxilla back and forth is an important factor that greatly widens the pharyngeal airway. However, postoperative backsliding is a major problem in this surgery. Therefore, a surgical method was devised to prevent the maxilla from retracting by adjusting the bone when moving the maxilla forward.

著者

Yasuki Uchida Yasuhiro Namura Mizuki Inaba Ayaka Osada Tasku Charleston-Coad Yoshiki Nakamura Mitsuru Motoyoshi

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.3, pp.270-274, 2021 (Released:2021-06-29)

参考文献数

26

被引用文献数

5

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Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the stability of orthodontic anchor screws (OASs) in the mid-palatal area according to pre-drilling diameter.Methods: The success rate of 161 OASs (83 patients, φ2.0 mm, 6.0 mm in length) placed in a corresponding area to the mesial and distal borders of the first molar (mesial zone and distal zone) was assessed according to placement location and pre-drilling diameter (1.2 and 1.5 mm). Placement torque values from 73 OASs with a pre-drilling diameter of 1.2 mm were compared between success and failure groups.Results: The success rates of OASs pre-drilled with φ1.2 and 1.5 mm were 94.5% and 83.0%, respectively (P < 0.05); corresponding rates in the mesial zone were 100.0% and 77.3% (P < 0.005), and those in the distal zone were 89.2% and 88.6%, respectively. Placement torques of OASs predrilled with φ1.2 mm in the success and failure groups were 25.9 and 19.2 N·cm, respectively (P < 0.05).Conclusion: A smaller pre-drilling diameter was associated with a higher success rate of OASs in the mid-palatal area, especially in the mesial zone. When pre-drilling diameter of 1.2 mm was used for φ2.0 mm OAS, greater placement torque was indicative of greater OAS stability.

著者

Mika Furuchi Momoko Shimada Haruto Hiraba Akihisa Kodaira Akiko Hashiguchi Atsushi Kamimoto

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.21-0224, (Released:2021-06-18)

参考文献数

23

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Purpose: To evaluate the influence of polymerization methods and a metal priming agent on the bond strength between gold alloy for metal ceramic restorations and dual-cure-type resin luting agents, and on the strength and hardness of the luting agents.Methods: A total of 154 disks cast by a gold alloy were treated with or without a metal priming agent. One of the three luting agents was applied on the disk. The luting agent was either chemically or dual-polymerized. The shear bond strength was measured both before and after thermocycling. In addition, scanning electron microscope (SEM) observation, flexural strength test, and Knoop hardness test were performed.Results: Significant differences among the luting agents were observed in terms of bond strength and flexural strength. Significant differences between chemically and dual-polymerized luting agents were observed regarding shear bond strength, flexural strength, and Knoop hardness before thermocycling. The application of the priming agent was effective only for a luting agent.Conclusion: Both bond strength and flexural strength differed among three luting agents. The effect of the priming agent on bond strength differed among the luting agents. Both the bond and flexural strength of a chemically polymerized luting agent differed before or after thermocycling.

著者

Shunichi Oka Hitomi Satomi Reiko Sekino Kaori Taguchi Mie Kajiwara Yoshiyuki Oi Ryutaro Kobayashi

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.21-0051, (Released:2021-06-07)

参考文献数

28

被引用文献数

43

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Remimazolam is a new ultrashort-acting benzodiazepine with fast onset, quick recovery, and few side effects, such as hypotension and respiratory depression. It is expected to be safe and effective for a wide range of patients undergoing intravenous sedation for dental procedures. The aim of this literature review was to evaluate clinical and sedation outcomes for remimazolam, including method of administration, level of sedation at the dose required, and clinical adverse events. An electronic literature search of databases was conducted, and eight articles were selected for inclusion in this review. Onset time from drug administration to optimal sedation level was faster for remimazolam (around 1.5-6.4 min) than for midazolam. Recovery time was significantly shorter for remimazolam than for midazolam and propofol. A study comparing various doses of remimazolam with midazolam found no significant difference in safety. Comparison of a remimazolam group with a propofol group showed that incidences of hypotension (13.0% vs 42.9%, respectively) and respiratory depression (1.1% vs 6.9%, respectively) were significantly lower for remimazolam. Remimazolam appears to be an ideal sedative.

著者

Ryota Nomura Hiroaki Inaba Saaya Matayoshi Sho Yoshida Yuki Matsumi Michiyo Matsumoto-Nakano Kazuhiko Nakano

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.62, no.2, pp.206-211, 2020 (Released:2020-03-28)

参考文献数

37

被引用文献数

1 8

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Mouth rinses are a useful supplementary tool for the prevention of oral infectious diseases. Although the antimicrobial effects of mouth rinses have been investigated, there are few studies focusing on the comparison of the effects among various oral bacterial species. In the present study, the inhibitory effect of a commercial mouth rinse, “ConCoolF,” and each of its major components, chlorhexidine gluconate, ethanol, and green tea extract, on multiple species of oral bacteria were investigated. Inhibition of bacterial growth was observed in all cariogenic streptococcal species with different genera, serotypes, and strains isolated from different countries when either the complete mouth rinse or chlorhexidine gluconate were used. However, no growth inhibition was observed when the bacteria were exposed to ethanol or green tea extract. Interestingly, growth inhibition was greatly reduced in non-cariogenic streptococci compared with cariogenic streptococci. In addition, both the mouth rinse and chlorhexidine gluconate inhibited the biofilms formed by both Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) and Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis), among which the inhibitory effect against S. mutans was higher than that against P. gingivalis. These results suggest that a mouth rinse containing chlorhexidine gluconate, ethanol, and green tea extract, or chlorhexidine gluconate alone, exhibits antimicrobial activity against several oral bacteria species, having greater activity against pathogenic bacteria.

著者

Tadashi Masaoka Keiji Shinozuka Kenshin Ohara Hiromasa Tsuda Kenichi Imai Morio Tonogi

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.20-0662, (Released:2021-03-18)

参考文献数

40

被引用文献数

4

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Purpose: The present study aimed to identify dysregulated exosomal miRNAs associated with diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC).Methods: Microarray analysis was used to compare expression profiles of exosomal miRNAs in the OSCC-derived cell lines HSC-2, HSC-3, Ca9-22, and HO-1-N1 with those in human normal keratinocytes (HNOKs). The identified OSCC-related miRNAs and their potential target genes were analyzed with bioinformatic analyses, and the data were subjected to Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) to clarify functional networks and gene ontologies of the identified exosomal miRNAs secreted by OSCC cells.Results: Comparison with HNOKs detected 8 upregulated and 12 downregulated miRNAs in OSCC-secreted exosomes. The potential target mRNAs of these dysregulated miRNAs were suggested by IPA, and 6 significant genetic networks were indicated by genetic network analysis. Furthermore, 4 crucial upstream miRNAs—miR-125b-5p, miR-17-5p, miR-200b-3p, and miR-23a-3p—were identified. miR-125b-5p was a central node in the most significant network. Gene ontology analysis showed significant enrichment of genes with cancer-related functions, such as molecular mechanisms of cancer, cell cycle, and regulation of the epithelial-mesenchymal transition.Conclusion: These results provide a comprehensive view of the functions of dysregulated exosomal miRNAs in OSCC, thus illuminating OSCC tumorigenesis and development.

著者

Awiruth Klaisiri Suksantiphop Janchum Kunyakorn Wongsomtakoon Panukorn Sirimanathon Nantawan Krajangta

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.19-0321, (Released:2020-08-24)

参考文献数

23

被引用文献数

4

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This study examined the effectiveness of resin infiltration in inhibiting microleakage from artificial white-spot lesions (AWL) in enamel. Fifty sound extracted premolars were selected and randomly divided into five groups (n = 10 each). Group 1 included sound teeth. In contrast, an AWL was created in all specimens in groups 2 to 5, as follows—Group 2: AWL with no treatment; Group 3: AWL treated with resin infiltration; Group 4: AWL treated with resin infiltration and 5,000 cycles of thermocycling; Group 5: AWL treated with resin infiltration and 10,000 cycles of thermocycling. All specimens were then coated with nail varnish, except for a 4 × 4 mm2 area on the buccal surface (the measurement area), immersed in 2% methylene blue solution, and sectioned buccolingually. Microleakage was evaluated with a stereomicroscope. Data were analyzed by using the Kruskal-Wallis test and Bonferroni post-hoc correction. Application of resin infiltrant reduced microleakage in AWL. No microleakage was seen in Group 3, and differences between Groups 3, 4, and 5 were not significant (P > 0.05). The resin infiltration technique appears to aid in sealing enamel AWL and may help provide long-term protection against microleakage in enamel AWL.

著者

Akiko Takatsuki-Hira Masahiro Kaketani Kohei Shimizu Takahito Tamura Takeshi Nakamura Yurika Toyama Takayuki Yoneyama Osamu Takeichi

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.20-0543, (Released:2021-02-17)

参考文献数

40

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Purpose: This study aimed to examine novel techniques using prototype endodontic obturators to obturate a resin-based sealer.Methods: Powder-liquid ratios of MetaSEAL Soft were changed to obtain suitable root canal sealing, and the physical properties for various powder-liquid ratios were analyzed according to ISO-6876. Tensile bond strength was also examined. Prototype endodontic obturators with a combination of thread numbers and pitch angles were analyzed for sealing ability after MetaSEAL Soft was obturated in simulated root canals.Results: Powder-liquid ratios of 1.0:1, 1.1:1, 1.2:1, and 1.3:1 showed suitable physical properties; however, flow for 1.4:1 was below a standard value. Tensile bond strength increased gradually when the powder-liquid ratio changed from 1.0:1 to 1.3:1, and 1.3:1 and 1.4:1 showed the highest and lowest bond strengths, respectively. Sealing ability increased when pitch angles of the obturators were 5°, 8°, and 11°; 11° showed the best results. Similarly, sealing ability increased when the thread number was 12, 17, and 22 pitches; 22 showed the best results.Conclusion: These findings suggest that the prototype endodontic obturator can be useful for obturating MetaSEAL Soft, and a powder-liquid ratio of 1.3:1 MetaSEAL Soft may be the most suitable for achieving excellent sealing.

著者

Yoshiyuki Amari Toshiki Takamizawa Ryo Kawamoto Yasuhiro Namura Ryosuke Murayama Munenori Yokoyama Akimasa Tsujimoto Masashi Miyazaki

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.20-0420, (Released:2020-12-30)

参考文献数

33

被引用文献数

3

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Purpose: This study investigated the influence of professional mechanical tooth cleaning (PMTC) pastes on the surface texture of different subject materials.Methods: Two one-step PMTC pastes, Clinpro Cleaning Paste for PMTC (CP) and PRG Pro-Care Gel (PG), and multiple-step PMTC pastes, Merssage Regular (MR), Merssagge Fine (MF), and Merssage Plus (MP), were used. For comparison, PMTC was performed using distilled water without paste (DW). The subjected materials used were bovine enamel (ENA) and dentin (DEN), a resin composite (FSU), and lithium disilicate (IEC). The prepared specimens were polished using a #2000-grit silicon carbide paper. PMTC was performed using a brush at 1,000 rpm for 15 s.Results: The surface roughness (Ra) values of the specimens before and after PMTC were measured by laser scanning microscopy. The Knoop hardness number (KHN) of the subjected material was obtained. The types of PMTC pastes and subject materials had a significant influence on the Ra values and KHN. For the majority of subject materials, the descending order of Ra values after PMTC was MR > MF > CP > PG > MP > DW. The descending order of KHN of the materials was IEC > ENA > FSU > DEN.Conclusion: Although one-step PMTC pastes appeared to be effective, it is important to consider the subject material during PMTC.

著者

Yui Fujiwara Takahisa Murofushi Ryosuke Koshi Yoshikazu Mikami Hiromasa Tsuda

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.20-0411, (Released:2020-12-30)

参考文献数

9

被引用文献数

4

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Treating the gingival epithelial Ca9-22 cell with butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) produced by bacteria within mature dental plaque, induces necrotic cellular death. In this report, it was examined whether SCFA-mediated cellular death is accompanied by a release of damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs). In addition, the role of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the release of DAMPs was evaluated. Human gingival epithelial Ca9-22 cells were treated with butyrate or propionate. The amounts of dead cells were then measured using SYTOX-green dye. Released DAMPs were detected by western blot. The role of ROS scavengers, ascorbic acid and N-acetylcysteine, on DAMP-release was evaluated. Dose and time-dependent induction of Ca9-22 cell death was observed during butyrate and propionate treatments. This was accompanied by the release of DAMPs. Ascorbic acid or N-acetylcysteine reduced cellular death and inhibited DAMP-release induced by exposure to butyrate or propionate. These data collectively suggest that SCFA-induced death of gingival epithelial Ca9-22 cells and accompanying release of DAMPs are dependent on ROS.

著者

Motohiro Ito Yusuke Hayashi Kunihito Matsumoto Yoshinori Arai Kazuya Honda

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.1, pp.87-91, 2021 (Released:2020-12-23)

参考文献数

23

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Purpose: The spatial resolution of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in small fields of view (FOVs) is important for clinical applications. However, it is difficult to measure spatial resolution reliably due to error factors such as noise. The aim of this study was to obtain a modulation transfer function (MTF) more accurately.Methods: A CBCT apparatus was used with small FOV. An aluminum pipe slightly tilted at an inclination ratio of 77/3 (25.7) was used as the measurement phantom. The MTF was calculated from the edge image of the phantom. The actual oversampling ratio was determined by regression analysis. The experiment was repeated 16 times and the edge-spread function (ESF) was approximated by the least-square method. Furthermore, a low-pass filter (LPF) was applied to eliminate the component at frequencies above the Nyquist frequency. Finally, the MTF was calculated from the pre-processed ESF.Results: Results showed that pre-processing reduced the noise of the ESF. The MTFs at frequencies of 1.0 and 2.0 LP/mm were 0.59 and 0.18, respectively, in air and 0.52 and 0.16, respectively, in water.Conclusion: The repeating-edge oversampling method combined with ESF pre-processing improved the accuracy of the MTF under clinically relevant conditions with a phantom.

著者

Ryosuke Koshi Kunihito Matsumoto Yusuke Imanishi Takayuki Kawato Shuichi Sato Shigeki Shimba Yoshinori Arai Kazuya Honda

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.1, pp.83-86, 2021 (Released:2020-12-23)

参考文献数

33

被引用文献数

6

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Purpose: Circadian rhythm is associated with the pathogenesis of systemic disease and bone mineral metabolism. This study aimed to radiographically evaluate morphological characteristics of the interalveolar septum in circadian rhythm deficient animals.Methods: Heads of 10 brain and muscle arnt-like protein-1 (BMAL1)-knockout (KO) mice and 10 wild-type mice sacrificed at 36 weeks were imaged using micro-computed tomography. The mean depth from the cementoenamel junction to the alveolar ridge (virtual bone sounding: VBS) of the interalveolar septum between the first and second molars, and the bone mineral density (BMD) of the interalveolar septum and the mandibular inferior cortex region were calculated. Tooth diameter was also measured.Results: The VBS of the interalveolar septum in the BMAL1-KO mice was significantly deeper than that in wild-type mice. The BMD in the BMAL1-KO mice was significantly lower than in the wild-type mice in both regions. No significant difference was observed in tooth diameter between BMAL1-KO and wild-type mice.Conclusion: These results suggest that low BMD in the interalveolar septum accelerates bone resorption in the interalveolar septum in BMAL1-KO mice.

著者

Noboru Noma Yuki Watanabe Akiko Shimada Sho Usuda Takashi Iida Atsushi Shimada Yuto Tanaka Yuka Oono Keiichi Sasaki

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.1, pp.4-7, 2021 (Released:2020-12-23)

参考文献数

25

被引用文献数

18

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Numerous studies have confirmed the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for chronic pain, and it is generally regarded as an appropriate intervention. However, it may not be effective for some pain sites, and the duration of the effect may be limited. In addition, some studies of CBT lacked a comparison group. This review summarizes evidence for the effectiveness of CBT for orofacial pain and assists in the development of guidelines for orofacial pain management. A literature search in PubMed was performed for studies published from April 1990 through March 2020. The search keywords were “burning mouth syndrome,” “temporomandibular disorders,” “myofascial pain syndrome,”“chronic orofacial pain conditions,” “cognitive behavioral therapy,” and “non-pharmacological therapy.” The results indicate that CBT alone or in combination with other treatments, such as intraoral appliance, stress management, or biofeedback, is effective for the vast majority of orofacial pain cases. Therefore, dentists should consider using CBT to manage orofacial pain in their patients.

著者

Masahiro Kondo Hirofumi Aboshi Masaaki Yoshikawa Ayano Ogata Ryosuke Murayama Masami Takei Shin Aizawa

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.1, pp.54-58, 2021 (Released:2020-12-23)

参考文献数

37

被引用文献数

13

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Age estimation of unidentified bodies is important in forensic medicine and crime scenes. There is accumulating evidence that DNA methylation in the human genome isolated from body fluids changes with age. Most of the data have been obtained by pyrosequencing. In the forensic field, a simple, quick, and economical method is required to evaluate the age of various types of samples. In this study, an age estimation method based on methylation levels of DNA extracted from teeth using real-time methylation-specific PCR (MSP) was developed. The CpG island in the upstream region of ELOVL2, which is known as a validated biomarker in blood samples, was selected as a target site. The CpG methylation levels highly correlated with age (r = 0.843, n = 29). Age-related increase in DNA methylation levels was not affected by sex differences. In addition, the simple regression model based on methylation status of the CpG island exhibited moderate accuracy with a mean absolute deviation between chronological age and predicted age of 8.94 years. The results imply that real-time MSP can be a new tool to perform age prediction of unidentified bodies in forensic scenes.

著者

Mika Furuchi Yoshimasa Takeuchi Atsushi Kamimoto Hideo Matsumura Hideyuki Imai Hiroyasu Koizumi

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.1, pp.119-120, 2021 (Released:2020-12-23)

参考文献数

8

被引用文献数

2

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Cast titanium restoration for molars has high biocompatibility and is covered by the Japanese national health insurance. Titanium casting requires specific investment material and casting apparatus. A cast restoration for the mandibular left second molar was fabricated using titanium in this study. A wax pattern fabricated on a definitive cast was invested in calcium aluminate-bonded magnesia investment material. Titanium was cast using an argon gas pressure one-chamber casting apparatus. No defects were observed on the surface and the hole was clearly reproduced. A smooth surface on the restoration was obtained by polishing at low speed. Reproductivity and polishing properties of the titanium restoration fabricated in this study were comparable to those of conventional dental metal restorations.

著者

Enri Nakayama Haruka Tohara Mitsuyasu Sato Kimiko Abe Masanori Kimura Mao Watanabe Masato Iida Koichiro Ueda

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.63, no.1, pp.79-82, 2021 (Released:2020-12-23)

参考文献数

25

被引用文献数

10

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Purpose: To examine the relationship between oral intake function and oral health status in convalescent inpatients.Methods: Subjects were 222 patients admitted to a convalescent hospital between 1 January and 30 June 2018. Investigation items were age, sex, causative disease, body mass index, functional oral intake scale (FOIS), functional independence measure, occlusal contact, assistance with oral cleaning, and oral health assessment tool (OHAT) scores. Multiple regression analysis was performed with FOIS as the dependent variable, and investigation items were related to FOIS as independent variables.Results: Results of multiple regression analysis for all patients suggested that saliva and denture scores were significantly associated with FOIS. However, analysis excluding non-oral feeding patients did not show a significant association between FOIS and OHAT scores.Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that oral health status is associated with oral intake function. In addition, the oral health status of inpatients may be strongly related to whether or not they are eating orally. Therefore, it is necessary to take good care of oral health in non-oral feeding patients in the convalescent ward.

著者

Takayuki Yoneyama Takao Hanawa

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

pp.20-0239, (Released:2020-11-12)

参考文献数

27

被引用文献数

2

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Purpose: Ni-Ti alloy has been increasingly applied to dental and medical devices, however, it contains nickel, which is known to have adverse effects on the human body. The purpose of this study was to form a nickel-free surface oxide layer on Ni-Ti alloy by electrolytic treatment for better biocompatibility.Methods: Ni-49.15Ti (mol%) alloy was used, and the electrolytic treatment was performed in the electrolytes under 50 V for 30 minutes. The electrolytes were composed of lactic acid, water, and glycerol with different compositions. Surface analysis and characterization of Ni-Ti alloy were carried out by means of X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and Auger electron spectroscopy (AES).Results: Results indicated that the outmost surface oxide layer was nickel-free when using an electrolyte comprising 7.1% lactic acid, 57.2% water, and 35.7% glycerol by volume. The composition of this nickel-free surface oxide layer was determined as TiO1.92(OH)1.35 ∙ 0.43H2O by XPS, similar to that of unalloyed titanium. The thickness of this nickel-free layer was estimated at 6.4 nm by AES.Conclusion: The nickel-free surface oxide layer produced on Ni-Ti alloy is considered to improve the biocompatibility of medical and dental devices having shape memory effect and/or super-elasticity.

著者

Naohiko Sekine Akiko Okada-Ogawa Sayaka Asano Daiki Takanezawa Chisa Nishihara Natsuko Tanabe Yoshiki Imamura

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.62, no.4, pp.387-392, 2020 (Released:2020-09-26)

参考文献数

92

被引用文献数

3

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The cause of burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is unknown. Although no effective treatment has been established, BMS patients frequently chew gum to alleviate pain. To identify the cause and new treatments for BMS, this study investigated the psychophysical and pharmacological properties of gum chewing to better understand its pain-relieving effects. In this prospective, blinded study, plasma catecholamine and serotonin levels and Profile of Mood States (POMS) scores were assessed after gum chewing or simulated chewing in 40 women (20 BMS patients and 20 age-matched controls). Visual analogue scale (VAS) scores for pain decreased significantly in BMS patients after gum chewing and simulated chewing. Moreover, resting VAS scores of BMS patients were significantly positively correlated with plasma adrenaline level. Furthermore, gum chewing was significantly correlated with lower plasma adrenaline level, VAS score, and tension-anxiety score. These results suggest that adrenaline is important in the pathogenesis of BMS pain and that the analgesic effect of gum chewing is induced through the potential effects of anxiety reduction, although this effect might not be specific to BMS. In addition, the analgesic effect of gum chewing was not induced solely by chewing motion.

著者

Taiji Ogawa Mariko Honda-Ogawa Kazunori Ikebe Shigetada Kawabata Yoshinobu Maeda

出版者

Nihon University School of Dentistry

雑誌

Journal of Oral Science (ISSN:13434934)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.59, no.3, pp.391-395, 2017 (Released:2017-09-14)

参考文献数

13

被引用文献数

1 3

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Dry mouth occurs frequently in aged individuals, as well as in patients who are hospitalized, receiving multiple drugs, undergoing radiation treatment to the head and neck, or wearing a removable denture prosthesis, use of mouth rinse being often an option for relief. In the present study, we performed microbiological assessments of subjects given three different commercially available mouth rinses commonly employed in clinical practice (Peptisal, Biotène, ConCool) to determine their effects. For bacterial clearance in vitro, Peptisal showed the highest level of suppression of oral indigenous bacteria found in both planktonic formations and biofilm. Furthermore, the inhibitory effects of these agents on biofilm formation on acrylic resin plates were examined using scanning electron microscopy. Again, Peptisal proved superior, because acquisition of resistance to antimicrobial peptides by a sensitive microbial strain was rarely observed. We conclude that Peptisal is an effective mouth rinse for clearance of planktonic and biofilm microorganisms present in the oral cavity.