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Liu Y, Jia F, Li K, Liang C, Lin X, Geng W, Li Y. Critical signaling molecules in the temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis under different magnitudes of mechanical stimulation. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1419494. [PMID: 39055494 PMCID: PMC11269110 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1419494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
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The mechanical stress environment in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is constantly changing due to daily mandibular movements. Therefore, TMJ tissues, such as condylar cartilage, the synovial membrane and discs, are influenced by different magnitudes of mechanical stimulation. Moderate mechanical stimulation is beneficial for maintaining homeostasis, whereas abnormal mechanical stimulation leads to degeneration and ultimately contributes to the development of temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA), which involves changes in critical signaling molecules. Under abnormal mechanical stimulation, compensatory molecules may prevent degenerative changes while decompensatory molecules aggravate. In this review, we summarize the critical signaling molecules that are stimulated by moderate or abnormal mechanical loading in TMJ tissues, mainly in condylar cartilage. Furthermore, we classify abnormal mechanical stimulation-induced molecules into compensatory or decompensatory molecules. Our aim is to understand the pathophysiological mechanism of TMJ dysfunction more deeply in the ever-changing mechanical environment, and then provide new ideas for discovering effective diagnostic and therapeutic targets in TMJOA.
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- Department of Dental Implant Center, Beijing Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Dental Implant Center, Beijing Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Altun BD, Bayramov N, Yalcinkaya SE. Radiological Associations between Posterior Edentulism and Condylar Bony Changes: A Retrospective Study. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY, ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 2024; 125:101650. [PMID: 37777182 DOI: 10.1016/j.jormas.2023.101650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/02/2023]
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This retrospective study aimed to investigate the relationship between posterior edentulism and condylar bone changes in patients aged 35-60 years. The CBCT images of 259 patients, including 131 posterior edentulous and 128 posterior dentulous patients, were analyzed to identify the types of condylar bone changes. The frequency of flattening, sclerosis, erosion, and reduced joint space was found to be higher in posterior edentulous patients. Regression analysis revealed that combined premolar and molar loss and being female were significant predictors of condylar erosion (p = 0.006; OR: 3.264; 95% CI: 1.401 - 7.603, p=0.031; OR: 2.652; %95 CI: 1.095 - 6.424). The study provides support for the domino effect phenomenon in temporomandibular joint pathology, indicating that posterior edentulism can have a significant impact on the occurrence of erosive condylar changes. The findings suggest that prosthetic and temporomandibular joint treatment approaches should consider the association between posterior edentulism and condylar bone changes, particularly in female patients with combined premolar and molar loss. Therefore, close attention should be paid to the management of these patients to minimize the risk of temporomandibular joint pathology.
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- Busra Dilara Altun
- Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Istanbul Aydin University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Istanbul, Turkey
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Songphaeng T, Lapmanee S, Bhubhanil S, Momdee K, Rojviriya C, Kitsahawong K, Chailertvanitkul P, Welbat JU, Morkmued S. Atomoxetine and escitalopram migrate the derangement of the temporomandibular joint morphologic and histologic changes in rats exposed to stress-induced depression. J Oral Sci 2023; 65:219-225. [PMID: 37518767 DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.23-0077] [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: 08/01/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this in vivo study was to determine the effects of stress-induced depression and antidepressants on depressive-like behavior, microstructure, and histomorphology of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) using rats. METHODS Experimentally induced depression in rats was created before being treated with two antidepressants; escitalopram (selective-serotonin-reuptake inhibitors) and atomoxetine (norepinephrine-reuptake inhibitors). Micro-computed tomography (Micro-CT) was performed to measure the change in bone volume and bone porosity of the condyle. Further histological evaluation of the condylar cartilage was performed. RESULTS Micro-CT scanning revealed a decrease in bone volume in the depression group. The bone porosity percentage significantly increased in both the escitalopram and atomoxetine groups compared with the control group and the depression group. Histopathological analysis showed increased thickness of cartilage layers in the depression group. In the atomoxetine group, there was a significant increase in the pre-hypertrophic and hypertrophic layer thickness and cell count, but a significant decrease in proteoglycans. CONCLUSION The present study findings indicated the change in TMJ characteristics, especially on the superficial part of the condylar head in the depression group. Concerning the applicability of the different antidepressants, depression with the treatment of atomoxetine has the most disadvantages due to bone porosity and cartilaginous condyle changes.
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- Thanatta Songphaeng
- Faculty of Dentistry, Pediatrics Division, Department of Preventive Dentistry, Khon Kaen University
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Siam University
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Siam University
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Pediatrics Division, Department of Preventive Dentistry, Khon Kaen University
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Pediatrics Division, Department of Preventive Dentistry, Khon Kaen University
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anatomy, Khon Kaen University
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Pediatrics Division, Department of Preventive Dentistry, Khon Kaen University
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Wang D, Qi Y, Wang Z, Guo A, Xu Y, Zhang Y. Recent Advances in Animal Models, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis. TISSUE ENGINEERING. PART B, REVIEWS 2023; 29:62-77. [PMID: 35994388 DOI: 10.1089/ten.teb.2022.0065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA) is a gradual degenerative jaw joint condition. Until recent years, TMJOA is still relatively unrecognized and ineffective to be treated. Appropriate animal models with reliable detection methods can help researchers understand the pathophysiology of TMJOA and find therapeutic options. In this study, we summarized common animal models of TMJOA created by chemical, surgical, mechanical, and genetical approaches. The relevant pathological symptoms and induction mechanisms were outlined. In addition, different pathological indicators, furthermore, emerging therapeutic regimens, such as intra-articular drug delivery and tissue engineering-based approaches to treat TMJOA based on these animal models, were summarized and updated. Understanding the physiology and pathogenesis of the TMJOA, together using various ways to diagnose the TMJOA, were elaborated, including imaging techniques, molecular techniques for detecting inflammatory cytokines, histochemical staining, and histomorphometry measures. A more reliable diagnosis will enable the development of new prevention and more effective treatment strategies and thereby improve the quality of life of TMJOA patients. Impact statement Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA) affects 8 to 16 percent of the population worldwide. However, TMJOA is still relatively unrecognized and ineffective to be treated in the clinic. Appropriate animal models with reliable diagnostic methods can help researchers understand the pathophysiology of TMJOA and find therapeutic options. We herein summarized common animal models of TMJOA and various ways to diagnose the TMJOA. More importantly, emerging therapeutic regimens to treat TMJOA based on these animal models were summarized. With the aid of strategies listed, more effective treatment strategies will be developed and thereby improve the life quality of TMJOA patients.
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- Dongyun Wang
- Stomatological Center of Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Guangdong Provincial High-level Clinical Key Specialty, Guangdong Province Engineering Research Center of Oral Disease Diagnosis and Treatment, Shenzhen, China
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- Stomatological Center of Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Guangdong Provincial High-level Clinical Key Specialty, Guangdong Province Engineering Research Center of Oral Disease Diagnosis and Treatment, Shenzhen, China.,Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Clinical College of Anhui Medical University, Shenzhen, China
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- School of Dentistry, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Joint Surgery, Southern University of Science and Technology Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Stomatological Center of Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Guangdong Provincial High-level Clinical Key Specialty, Guangdong Province Engineering Research Center of Oral Disease Diagnosis and Treatment, Shenzhen, China
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- School of Dentistry, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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Qi H, Zhao Z, Xu L, Zhang Y, Li Y, Xiao L, Li Y, Zhao Z, Fang J. Antisense Oligonucleotide-Based Therapy on miR-181a-5p Alleviates Cartilage Degradation of Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis via Promoting SIRT1. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:898334. [PMID: 35784690 PMCID: PMC9240346 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.898334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA) condylar cartilage degeneration and abnormal subchondral bone pathological remodeling induce pain and joint dysfunction, and cartilage degeneration is considered irreversible. Very few therapeutic approaches are administrated in practice. Nucleotides have demonstrated considerable potential as a next-generation medication, and they have been applied in several models of osteoarthritis. There is a need to establish an effective protocol for TMJOA gene therapy. In the current study unilateral anterior crossbite (UAC) surgery was used to simulate mechanical stress-induced TMJOA in mice. Degeneration of condylar cartilage and destruction of subchondral bone were observed in damaged joints, and miR-181a-5p was elevated in chondrocytes. Intra-articular injection of miR-181a-5p antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) could reduce the cartilage damage and alleviate UAC-induced TMJOA progression, but it did not restore injured subchondral bone. Mechanically, miR-181a-5p evidently targeted the 3’ untranslated region of Sirt1 directly, resulting in inhibition of silent information regulator 1 expression and promoting apoptosis by elevating p53-dependent signaling, indicating that miR181a-5p ASO promoted chondrocyte survival. The present study suggests that ASO-based gene therapy may be an effective TMJOA treatment.
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- Hexu Qi
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- College of Stomatology, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Women and Children’s Diseases and Birth Defects, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Women and Children’s Diseases and Birth Defects, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences, Sichuan Provincial People’s Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- *Correspondence: Jie Fang,
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Chen CP, Zhang J, Zhang B, Hassan MG, Hane K, Chen CC, Navarro Palacios AA, Kapila S, Jheon AH, Goodwin AF. Unilateral loss of maxillary molars in young mice leads to bilateral condylar adaptation and degenerative disease. JBMR Plus 2022; 6:e10638. [PMID: 35866152 PMCID: PMC9289985 DOI: 10.1002/jbm4.10638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Revised: 04/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The adaptive response of the mandible and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) to altered occlusion in juvenile patients is presently unclear. To address this question, we established a mouse model in which all molars were extracted from the maxillary right quadrant in prepubertal, 3‐week‐old mice and analyzed morphological, tissue, cellular, and molecular changes in the mandible and condyle 3 weeks later. Unilateral loss of maxillary molars led to significant, robust, bilateral changes, primarily in condylar morphology, including anteroposterior narrowing of the condylar head and neck and increased convexity at the condylar surface, as determined by geometric morphometric analysis. Furthermore, both condyles in experimental mice exhibited a degenerative phenotype, which included decreased bone volume and increased mineral density near the condylar head surface compared to control mice. Changes in condylar morphology and mineralized tissue composition were associated with alterations in the cellular architecture of the mandibular condylar cartilage, including increased expression of markers for mature (Col2a1) and hypertrophic (Col10a1) chondrocytes, suggesting a shift toward differentiating chondrocytes. Our results show significant bilateral condylar morphological changes, alterations in tissue composition, cellular organization, and molecular expression, as well as degenerative disease, in response to the unilateral loss of teeth. Our study provides a relatively simple, tractable mouse tooth extraction system that will be of utility in uncovering the cellular and molecular mechanisms of condylar and mandibular adaptation in response to altered occlusion. © 2022 The Authors. JBMR Plus published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of American Society for Bone and Mineral Research.
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- Christopher Phillip Chen
- Division of Craniofacial Anomalies, Department of Orofacial Sciences University of California San Francisco (UCSF) CA USA
- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
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- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
- Department of Stomatology Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University Wuhan Hubei China
- Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Development and Regeneration Wuhan China
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- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Hospital of Stomatology Sun Yat‐sen University Guangzhou Guangdong China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology Sun Yat‐sen University Guangzhou Guangdong China
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- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry Assiut University Assiut Egypt
- Division of Bone and Mineral Diseases, Department of Medicine, School of Medicine Washington University in St. Louis MO USA
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- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
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- Division of Craniofacial Anomalies, Department of Orofacial Sciences University of California San Francisco (UCSF) CA USA
- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
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- Division of Orthodontics, Department of Orofacial Sciences UCSF CA USA
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- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
- Division of Orthodontics, Department of Orofacial Sciences UCSF CA USA
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- Division of Craniofacial Anomalies, Department of Orofacial Sciences University of California San Francisco (UCSF) CA USA
- Program in Craniofacial Biology, UCSF CA USA
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Öztürk Kocak AT, Göller Bulut D. Measurement of the trabecular bone structure of the TMJ region in patients with transverse maxillary deficiency: a CBCT fractal analysis study. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2021; 132:352-360. [PMID: 34210640 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2021.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2020] [Revised: 05/05/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate the effect of transverse maxillary deficiency on condylar morphology via visual examination and fractal analysis of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans. STUDY DESIGN In total, 97 patients with posterior crossbite or maxillary narrowness and 36 control patients were included. The presence of degenerative changes in the bilateral condyles was evaluated with CBCT. Fractal dimension (FD) was calculated on the condylar images using ImageJ. RESULTS Degenerative bone changes were discovered in 38 of the 133 scans (28.6%). There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of the incidence of degenerative changes for either the right or left sides (P ≥ .670). In coronal sections and in mean measurements, FD was significantly lower in the control group compared with the other groups in the right condyle (P ≤ .031). No significant differences were found between the mean FD values of the condyles with degenerative bone changes or the mean FD values of the normal condyles (P ≥ .256). CONCLUSIONS In the presence of maxillary transverse deficiencies, degenerative bone changes in the mandibular condyle were not significantly different, but the FD of the right condyle was found to be higher compared with the control group.
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- Ayşe Tuğçe Öztürk Kocak
- Department of Oral and Maksillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, Bolu, Turkey.
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- Department of Oral and Maksillofacial Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, Bolu, Turkey
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Xiang T, Tao ZY, Liao LF, Wang S, Cao DY. Animal Models of Temporomandibular Disorder. J Pain Res 2021; 14:1415-1430. [PMID: 34079358 PMCID: PMC8166243 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s303536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2021] [Accepted: 04/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are a group of diseases in the oral and maxillofacial region that can manifest as acute or chronic persistent pain, affecting millions of people worldwide. Although hundreds of studies have explored mechanisms and treatments underlying TMD, multiple pathogenic factors and diverse clinical manifestations make it still poorly managed. Appropriate animal models are helpful to study the pathogenesis of TMD and explore effective treatment measures. At present, due to the high cost of obtaining large animals, rodents and rabbits are often used to prepare TMD animal models. Over the past decade, various animal models have been intensively developed to understand neurobiological and molecular mechanisms of TMD, and seek effective treatments. Although these models cannot carry out all clinical features, they are valuable in revealing the mechanisms of TMD and creating curative access. Currently, there are multitudinous animal models of TMD research. They can be constructed in different means and summarized into four ways according to the various causes and symptoms, including chemical induction (intra-articular injection of ovalbumin, collagenase, formalin, vascular endothelial growth factor, intramuscular injection of complete Freund’s adjuvant, etc.), mechanical stress stimulation (passive mouth opening, change of chewing load), surgical operation (partial disc resection, joint disc perforation) and psychological stress induction. Here, we summarize and discuss different approaches of animal models for determining neurophysiological and mechanical mechanisms of TMD and assess their advantages and limitations, respectively.
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- Ting Xiang
- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, Research Center of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University College of Stomatology, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710004, People's Republic of China.,Department of Orthodontics, Xi'an Jiaotong University College of Stomatology, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710004, People's Republic of China
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- Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 999077, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, Research Center of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University College of Stomatology, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710004, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Xi'an Jiaotong University College of Stomatology, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710004, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, Research Center of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University College of Stomatology, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710004, People's Republic of China
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Zhang Y, Liu Q, Xu X, Zhou P, Zhang H, Yang H, Zhang M, Zhang J, Lu L, Liu J, Wang M. Long-term effect of bilateral anterior elevation of occlusion on the temporomandibular joints. Oral Dis 2021; 28:1911-1920. [PMID: 33979023 DOI: 10.1111/odi.13914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Revised: 05/01/2021] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Incisors tubed prosthesis with bilateral anterior elevation (BAE) relation had been reported to stimulate the proliferative response in the mandibular condylar cartilage of mice, thus the prosthetic occlusion elevation had been proposed to treat cartilage degeneration. Currently, we aimed to detect the long-term effect of BAE on temporomandibular joints (TMJs). MATERIALS AND METHODS Twelve 6-week-old female mice were assigned to age-matched control and BAE groups (n = 6). Micro-CT images and the macro- and micro-morphology of the mandibular condyles were analyzed at 29 weeks. RESULTS Compared with the age-matched controls, in BAE group, there were loss of subchondral cortical bone and heavy loss of the subchondral trabecular bone at the superior sites of the TMJ condyles, but hyperostosis at the inferior sites as revealed by micro-CT images and histological slices. In BAE group, cartilage thickness and matrix area were increased with upregulated expression of type II, type X collagen, and Ki67, but the expression of cleaved caspase-3 was downregulated (all, p < 0.05). CONCLUSION In addition to cartilage thickening, long-term BAE induces loss of the subchondral cortical bone and heavy loss of the underneath subchondral trabecular bone, but hyperostosis further underneath. Using BAE as a treatment remains double-edged.
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- Yuejiao Zhang
- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China.,School of Stomatology, Jiamusi University, Jiamusi, Heilongjiang, P.R.China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China.,School of Stomatology, Jiamusi University, Jiamusi, Heilongjiang, P.R.China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Stomatology, Jiamusi University, Jiamusi, Heilongjiang, P.R.China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China.,School of Stomatology, Jiamusi University, Jiamusi, Heilongjiang, P.R.China.,The Third Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, China
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Liu Q, Yang H, Zhang M, Zhang J, Lu L, Yu S, Wu Y, Wang M. Initiation and progression of dental-stimulated temporomandibular joints osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2021; 29:633-642. [PMID: 33422706 DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2020.12.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 11/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ), a site that is often impacted by osteoarthritis (OA), is biomechanically linked with dental occlusion. Tissue responses in TMJ condyle to biomechanical stimulation could be investigated by intervention of the dental occlusion in animals. Unilateral anterior crossbite, an experimental malocclusion, has been demonstrated to induce TMJ-OA lesions, showing primarily as enhanced cartilage calcification and subchondral cortical bone formation at the osteochondral interface, causing the osteochondral interface thickening and stiffening. The changed interface would worsen the local biomechanical environment. At the cartilage side, the matrix degenerates. In the case of insufficient restoration of the matrix, the cells in the deep zone flow into the ones undergoing autophagy, apoptosis, and terminal differentiation while the cells in the superficial zone are promoted to differentiate to supply the loss of the deep zone cells. At the meantime, the bone marrow stromal cells are stimulated to bone formation in the subchondral cortical region which is uncoupled with the sites of the osteoclast-mediated resorption process that is predominantly observed at the subchondral trabecular bone region. Overall, the thickening and stiffening osteochondral interface, due greatly to the enhanced endochondral ossification in deep zone cartilage, should be a central pathological process that links with cartilage decay and subchondral bone remodelling in OA joints. The residual chondrocytes locating in the cartilage superficial zone have the progenitor-like qualities that can proliferate, and also differentiate into the deep zone chondrocytes, thus should be critical in progression and rehabilitation of TMJ-OA.
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- Q Liu
- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China
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- Institute of Orthopedic Surgery, Xijing Hospital, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an 710032, Shananxi, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Military Stomatology of State and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Clinic of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral and Maxillofacial Pain, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shananxi, China.
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Tsai CM, Chai JW, Wu FY, Chen MH, Kao CT. Differences between the temporal and mandibular components of the temporomandibular joint in topographic distribution of osseous degenerative features on cone-beam computerized tomography. J Dent Sci 2021; 16:1010-1017. [PMID: 34141117 PMCID: PMC8189869 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2020.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2020] [Revised: 12/26/2020] [Accepted: 12/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Background/purpose Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA) pathology is characterized by degenerative changes of the subchondral bone. The topographic distribution of osseous degenerative changes in TMJ is not clear. This study aimed to evaluate the topographic distribution of osseous degenerative features in the TMJ by using cone-beam computerized tomography (CBCT). Materials and methods The CBCT images of 26 female patients diagnosed to have TMJOA were retrieved from the database of the National Taiwan University Hospital. The images of left and right TMJs were evaluated independently by 2 examiners. The evaluated degenerative features included surface erosion, subcortical cysts, subcortical sclerosis, and osteophytes in the mandibular condyle and temporal component of the TMJ. The topographic distribution at different portions in the mandibular condyle and temporal component of the TMJ was statistically analyzed. Results Significant differences in the topographic distribution of the osseous degenerative features were observed (a) between the mandibular condyle and the temporal component and (b) between the anterior/central portion and posterior portion of the temporal component. No significant differences were observed in the topographic distribution of the TMJOA features in the condyle, except for surface erosion between the central and lateral portion of the condyle. Conclusion The results suggest that the mandibular condyle and temporal component react differently in TMJ osseous degeneration, with the condyle being more vulnerable than the temporal component. Mandibular activities that require the mandibular condyle to function outside the fossa may be more destructive to the health and integrity of the TMJ.
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- Chih-Mong Tsai
- Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Radiology, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.,College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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Biomechanically stimulated chondrocytes promote osteoclastic bone resorption in the mandibular condyle. Arch Oral Biol 2019; 98:248-257. [DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2018.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2018] [Revised: 11/22/2018] [Accepted: 12/02/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Broberg K, Lindskog-Stokland B, Mejersjö C. Anterior Bite Opening in Adulthood. Open Dent J 2018; 11:628-635. [PMID: 29290841 PMCID: PMC5738744 DOI: 10.2174/1874210601711010628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2017] [Revised: 10/03/2017] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Objectives To study anterior bite opening of unknown cause presenting in adulthood regarding prevalence, symptoms of Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) and possible causes of the bite opening. Methods Patients referred to two Orofacial Pain and TMD clinics with the complaint of recent anterior bite opening, presenting in adulthood and of unknown cause, were considered for the study. Patients with systemic rheumatic or neuromuscular diseases, degenerative joint disease, previous fractures of the jaws or orthodontic treatment, were excluded. The clinical examination was according to DC/TMD and extended for the occlusion. Reported symptoms, clinical signs, the occlusion and diagnoses found are presented. According to the information gained from the patient's history, previous occlusion and appearance, and present signs of parafunction, a possible association with the bite opening was suggested. Results Anterior bite opening was found in 1.6% of the referred patients. Symptoms of tiredness and/or orofacial pain were reported by 62%, headache by 41%, TMJ clicking by 24% and sensitive/tender teeth by 41%. Parafunction or bruxism was reported by 2/3 of the patients. A previous period in life of TMD symptoms, before the bite opening, was reported by 66%. Myalgia and headache associated with TMD were frequently diagnosed. The use of a partial dental splint, tongue pressure and pregnancy were possible causes found for the bite opening. Conclusion Anterior bite opening can occur in adulthood without organic or systemic disease of the TMJ or masticatory muscles, and was frequently associated with muscle TMD symptoms.
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- Karolina Broberg
- Clinic of Orofacial Pain, University Clinics of Odontology, Public Dental Health, Region Västra Götaland, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Clinic of Orofacial Pain, Public Dental Health, Region Västra Götaland, Borås, Sweden
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- Clinic of Orofacial Pain, University Clinics of Odontology, Public Dental Health, Region Västra Götaland, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Mejersjö C, Kiliaridis S. Temporomandibular dysfunction in adult patients with myotonic dystrophy (DM1). J Oral Rehabil 2017; 44:749-755. [PMID: 28600825 DOI: 10.1111/joor.12534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/06/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Myotonic muscle dystrophy is a systemic disease with early engagement of the facial muscles. Our aim was to study dysfunction of the temporomandibular system in patients with 'classic' dystrophia myotonica (DM1) and compare it with TMD patients and healthy controls. The study included 27 referred patients with DM1, 18 women and nine men, aged 30-62 years, and two matched control groups: patients with temporomandibular disorders symptoms (TMD) and healthy controls, both groups were consecutive patients. The patients answered questions regarding facial pain, jaw function and dysfunction. A clinical examination of the temporomandibular system including the occlusion was performed, and the maximum bite force and finger forces were measured. Among the DM1 patients, 33% reported difficulty biting off, and 22% had difficulty chewing, avoiding foods like meat and raw vegetables, and 37% of the DM1 patients scored their pain and discomfort as moderate to fairly severe. Their main complaints were TMJ clicking and locking, difficulty opening wide and tiredness. They had more clinical signs of dysfunction compared with the controls (P < 0·001), but no statistically significant difference to the TMD patients. The maximum bite force in DM1 patients was impaired compared to both the TMD patients and the controls (P < 0·001). Significantly more occlusal interferences were found in DM1 patients and were associated with chewing difficulties (P < 0·001). In conclusion, patients suffering from DM1 had an increased prevalence of TMD symptoms, reported impaired chewing function and had a decreased maximum bite force.
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- C Mejersjö
- Clinic of Orofacial Pain, Sahlgrenska Academy and Public Dental Health, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Orthodontics, University Clinic of Dental Medicine, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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T140 blocks the SDF-1/CXCR4 signaling pathway and prevents cartilage degeneration in an osteoarthritis disease model. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0176048. [PMID: 28426786 PMCID: PMC5398617 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0176048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2016] [Accepted: 04/04/2017] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common diseases affecting older people; however, there remains no effective targeted drug to combat OA. The aims of this study were (1) to explore the effect of T140 in regulating degeneration of articular cartilage in vivo by targeted blocking of the SDF-1/CXCR4 signaling pathway, and (2) to provide experimental evidence for the development of a novel OA-targeted pharmacotherapy. Thirty-six healthy Hartley guinea pigs were randomly divided into three groups: a T140-treated group (n = 12), a phosphate buffer saline control group (n = 12) and an untreated control group (n = 12). At 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 weeks of treatment, SDF-1 in serum was quantified by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. At 12 weeks of treatment, the cartilage from knee tibial plateau in the knee joint was collected for H&E, Safranin-O staining and Mankin grading; measurement for mRNA levels of matrix metalloproteinases (MMP-3, MMP-9 and MMP-13), aggrecan (ACAN) and collagen II (Col II) using RT-PCR; and measurement for Col II protein levels by western blot. Results showed that SDF-1 in serum increased in the T140 group and increased in the control groups. H&E and Safranin-O staining revealed less cartilage loss in T140-treated animals compared to controls. The mRNA levels of MMP-3, MMP-9 and MMP-13 in cartilage were much lower in the T140 group than other groups, but mRNA levels of ACAN and Col II in cartilage were higher in the T140-treated group. Col II protein levels in the T140 group and control groups were different. T140 can downregulate the expression of matrix-degrading enzyme and lessen the degeneration of cartilage by blocking the SDF-1/CRCR4 signaling pathway in vivo. This mechanism may present a pharmacological target for the treatment of OA.
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Zeng G, Kuang B, Xun WX, Ren GT, Wei KW. Response of mandibular condyles of juvenile and adult rats to abnormal occlusion and subsequent exemption. Arch Oral Biol 2017; 80:136-143. [PMID: 28414988 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2017.03.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2016] [Revised: 03/25/2017] [Accepted: 03/27/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The adaptation capacities of the mandibular condyle in response to mechanical stimuli might be different between juveniles and adults, but has not been compared. This study aimed to investigate whether abnormal molar occlusion and subsequent molar extraction could lead to different remodeling responses in the mandibular condyles of juvenile and adult rats. METHODS Abnormal molar occlusion (AMO) was established in the 5- and 16-wk old rats by moving their maxillary left and mandibular right third molars distally. AMO was removed in the molar extraction group at 4 weeks but remained in the AMO group. All rats were sacrificed at 8 weeks. Micro-computed tomography, histomorphology, immunohistochemistry and real-time PCR were adopted to evaluate the remodeling of condylar subchondral bone. RESULTS Condylar subchondral bone loss and increased osteoclastic activities were observed in both juvenile and adult AMO groups, while increased osteoblastic activities were only seen in the juvenile AMO group. Decreased bone mineral density, bone volume fraction and trabecular thickness, but increased trabecular separation, number and surface of osteoclasts and mRNA levels of TRAP, cathepsin-K, RANKL in the juvenile AMO group were all reversed after molar extraction (all P<0.05). However, these parameters showed no difference between adult AMO and extraction groups (all P>0.05). CONCLUSIONS Abnormal molar occlusion led to degenerative remodeling in the mandibular condyles of both juvenile and adult rats, while exemption of abnormal occlusion caused significant rescue of the degenerative changes only in the juvenile rats.
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- Guang Zeng
- Department of Dentistry, Tangdu Hospital, Forth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Stomatology, First People's Hospital, Lanzhou, 730050, China
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- Department of Dentistry, Tangdu Hospital, Forth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Immunology, Forth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- Department of Dentistry, Tangdu Hospital, Forth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China.
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Wang XD, Zhang JN, Gan YH, Zhou YH. Current understanding of pathogenesis and treatment of TMJ osteoarthritis. J Dent Res 2015; 94:666-73. [PMID: 25744069 DOI: 10.1177/0022034515574770] [Citation(s) in RCA: 300] [Impact Index Per Article: 33.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis is a common disease that can cause severe pain and dysfunction in any joint, including the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). TMJ osteoarthritis (TMJOA) is an important subtype in the classification of temporomandibular disorders. TMJOA pathology is characterized by progressive cartilage degradation, subchondral bone remodeling, and chronic inflammation in the synovial tissue. However, the exact pathogenesis and process of TMJOA remain to be understood. An increasing number of studies have recently focused on inflammation and remodeling of subchondral bone during the early stage of TMJOA, which may elucidate the possible mechanism of initiation and progression of TMJOA. The treatment strategy for TMJOA aims at relieving pain, preventing the progression of cartilage and subchondral bone destruction, and restoring joint function. Conservative therapy with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, splint, and physical therapy, such as low-energy laser and arthrocentesis, are the most common treatments for TMJOA. These therapies are effective in most cases in relieving the signs and symptoms, but their long-term therapeutic effect on the pathologic articular structure is unsatisfactory. A treatment that can reverse the damage of TMJOA remains unavailable to date. Treatments that prevent the progression of cartilage degradation and subchondral bone damage should be explored, and regeneration for the TMJ may provide the ideal long-term solution. This review summarizes the current understanding of mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis and treatment of TMJOA.
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- X D Wang
- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China Center for Craniofacial Stem Cell Research and Regeneration, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China Center for Craniofacial Stem Cell Research and Regeneration, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China
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- Center for Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China Central Laboratory, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China Center for Craniofacial Stem Cell Research and Regeneration, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Haidian District, Beijing, China
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Expression of collagen I, collagen III and MMP-1 on the tension side of distracted tooth using periodontal ligament distraction osteogenesis in beagle dogs. Arch Oral Biol 2014; 59:1217-25. [DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2014.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2014] [Revised: 06/06/2014] [Accepted: 07/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The influence of altered occlusion on pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in the TMJ synovial tissues of rats. Arch Oral Biol 2014; 59:1164-71. [PMID: 25103542 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2014.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2014] [Revised: 06/17/2014] [Accepted: 07/13/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate whether altered occlusion affects both the condylar cartilage thickness and the cytokine levels of the TMJs of rats. DESIGN Thirty adult-male rats (n=30) were randomly assigned to three experimental conditions: a control group that underwent sham operations with unaltered occlusion; an FPDM group that underwent functional posterior displacement of the mandible that was induced by an incisor guiding appliance; and an iOVD group in which the increased occlusal vertical dimension was induced in the molars. The rats were subjected to the FPDM or iOVD model for 14 days and then killed. Both the right and left TMJs were removed and randomly assigned to examination with staining or immunoassay techniques. Toluidine blue staining was used to measure the thicknesses of the four layers of the articular cartilage (i.e., the fibrous, proliferating, mature, and hypertrophic layers). ELISA assays were used to assess the concentrations of the pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-1α, IL-1β, IL-6, and tumour necrosis factor (TNF-α). The measurements of the articular cartilage layers and cytokine concentrations were analyzed with ANOVA and Tukey's tests and Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests, respectively (α=5%). RESULTS The thickness of articular cartilage in the FPDM group (0.3±0.03mm) was significantly greater than those of the control (0.2±0.01mm) and iOVD (0.25±0.03mm) groups. No significant difference was observed between the control and iOVD groups. The four articular cartilage layers were thicker in the FPDM group than in the control and iOVD groups, and the latter two groups did not differ one from each other. Both the FPDM and iOVD groups exhibited higher cytokine levels than did the control (p<0.05) group. Compared to the FPDM group, the iOVD group exhibited significantly higher levels of IL-1β and TNF-α. CONCLUSION Both models induced inflammation in the TMJ and caused significant structural changes in the TMJ and surrounding tissues.
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Chang EY, Du J, Chung CB. UTE imaging in the musculoskeletal system. J Magn Reson Imaging 2014; 41:870-83. [PMID: 25045018 DOI: 10.1002/jmri.24713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 179] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2014] [Revised: 07/08/2014] [Accepted: 07/03/2014] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Tissues, such as bone, tendon, and ligaments, contain a high fraction of components with "short" and "ultrashort" transverse relaxation times and therefore have short mean transverse relaxation times. With conventional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) sequences that employ relatively long echo times (TEs), there is no opportunity to encode the decaying signal of short and ultrashort T2 /T2 * tissues before it has reached zero or near zero. The clinically compatible ultrashort TE (UTE) sequence has been increasingly used to study the musculoskeletal system. This article reviews the UTE sequence as well as various modifications that have been implemented since its introduction. These modifications have been used to improve efficiency or contrast as well as provide quantitative analysis. This article reviews several clinical musculoskeletal applications of UTE.
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- Eric Y Chang
- Department of Radiology, VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, California, USA; Department of Radiology, University of California, San Diego Medical Center, San Diego, California, USA
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Liu YD, Liao LF, Zhang HY, Lu L, Jiao K, Zhang M, Zhang J, He JJ, Wu YP, Chen D, Wang MQ. Reducing dietary loading decreases mouse temporomandibular joint degradation induced by anterior crossbite prosthesis. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2014; 22:302-12. [PMID: 24316289 PMCID: PMC4111231 DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2013.11.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2013] [Revised: 11/10/2013] [Accepted: 11/26/2013] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Dietary loading has been reported to have an effect on temporomandibular joint (TMJ) remodeling via periodontal-muscular reflex. We therefore examined whether reducing dietary loading decreased TMJ degradation induced by the unilateral anterior crossbite prosthesis as we recently reported. METHODS Forty 6-week-old female C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into two experimental and two control groups. One experimental and one control group received small-size diet and the other two groups received large-size diet. Unilateral anterior crossbite prosthesis was created in the two experimental groups. The TMJ samples were collected 3 weeks after experimental operation. Histological changes in condylar cartilage and subchondral bone were assessed by Hematoxylin & Eosin, toluidine blue, Safranin O and tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase staining. Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and/or immunohistochemistry were performed to evaluate the expression levels of Collagen II, Aggrecan, a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motifs 5 (ADAMTS-5) and RANKL/RANK/OPG in TMJ condylar cartilage and/or subchondral bone. RESULTS Thinner and degraded cartilage, reduced cartilage cellular density, decreased expression levels of Collagen II and Aggrecan, loss of subchondral bone and enhanced osteoclast activity were observed in TMJs of both experimental groups. However, the cartilage degradation phenotype was less severe and cartilage ADAMTS-5 mRNA was lower while OPG/RANKL ratio in cartilage and subchondral bone was higher in the small-size than large-size diet experimental group. No differences of histomorphology and the tested molecules were found between the two control groups. CONCLUSIONS The current findings suggest that a lower level of functional loading by providing small-size diet could reduce TMJ degradation induced by the biomechanical stimulation from abnormal occlusion.
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- Y.-D. Liu
- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, 15 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China,Address correspondence and reprint requests to: M.-Q. Wang, Department of Oral Anatomy and Physiology and TMD, School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University, 145 Changlexi Road, Xi’an 710032, China. Tel: 86-29-84776144; Fax: 86-29-83286858. , (M.-Q. Wang)
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