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Valeriani L, Frigerio F, Piciocchi C, Piana G, Montevecchi M, Donini LM, Mocini E. Oro-dental manifestations of eating disorders: a systematic review. J Eat Disord 2024; 12:87. [PMID: 38915100 PMCID: PMC11197207 DOI: 10.1186/s40337-024-01050-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Eating disorders (EDs) pose a significant risk to health, especially when not diagnosed early. For several years EDs and oral health has been extensively studied, and now it is quite clear the existence of a correlation between specific oral manifestations and these disorders. While these oral signs could potentially aid early diagnosis of EDs, their identification and the eventual establishment of a correlation is currently heavily limited to the clinician's experience. The present systematic review critically examines existing literature, offering an updated overview of oro-dental manifestations associated with EDs. METHOD MEDLINE (via PubMed), Web of Science, Scopus, and grey literature were searched, and relevant epidemiological comparative studies were screened using the Rayyan software. No limitations have been imposed on the research regarding oro-dental outcomes, encompassing all medically diagnosed EDs. The quality of the studies was valuated using AXIS appraisal tool for cross-sectional studies. RESULT Out of 3990 studies, 32 fulfilled the eligibility criteria and were included in the synthesis. The identified eating disorders include Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and/or Eating Disorders Not Otherwise Specified, predominantly among female subjects, primarily originating from Europe. The evaluated oro-dental outcomes include dental erosion, caries, saliva assessment, hygiene-periodontal parameters, and mucosal tissue appearance. The association with erosion is confirmed while gingival recession, dentinal hypersensitivity, salivary flow thresholds and aspects relating to oral pathology are receiving increasing support from emerging evidence. DISCUSSION This trend emphasizes the critical role of the complete intraoral examination to detect significant oro-dental signs that may indicate the onset of an ED.
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- Leoluca Valeriani
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, 40125, IT, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University, Rome, 00185, IT, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University, Rome, 00185, IT, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, 40125, IT, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, 40125, IT, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University, Rome, 00185, IT, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Sapienza University, Rome, 00185, IT, Italy
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Schoppmeier CM, Janson M, Höfer K, Graf I, Wicht MJ, Barbe AG. Use of the modified Schirmer test to measure salivary gland hypofunction/hyposalivation: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Oral Sci 2024; 132:e12977. [PMID: 38369878 DOI: 10.1111/eos.12977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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Although dry mouth is a relatively common condition, salivary flow is not routinely measured in dental clinical practice. Moreover, existing data regarding the use of the modified Schirmer test (MST) for the screening of dry mouth has not been summarized. This systematic review and meta-analysis, conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, aimed to determine whether the modified Schirmer test can be used to identify dry mouth. The databases of PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, and CENTRAL (CRD42023393843) were systematically searched to retrieve articles published until 9th November 2023. Among the 343 original articles retrieved, six met the inclusion criteria. A total of 1150 patients, comprising 710 (61.7%) women and 440 (38.3%) men (mean age, 47.1 ± 7.3 years), were included. The meta-analysis revealed a weak correlation coefficient ofr ¯ $\bar{r}$ = 0.42 (95% Cl: 0.29-0.55) between MST and the unstimulated salivary flow rate. Therefore, while the MST might offer a simple and accessible alternative for initial screening in the future, especially in non-specialized settings, its variability in sensitivity and specificity, along with an actual lack of standardization, necessitates cautious interpretation. Further studies are necessary before recommending the test in clinical routine.
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- Christoph Matthias Schoppmeier
- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Polyclinic for Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Polyclinic of Prosthetic Dentistry, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Polyclinic for Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Department of Orthodontics, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Polyclinic for Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Polyclinic for Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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Mawardi HH, Almazrooa SA, Dakhil SA, Aboalola AA, Al-Ghalib TA, Eshky RT, Niyazi AA, Mawardi MH. Semaglutide-associated hyposalivation: A report of case series. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e36730. [PMID: 38206684 PMCID: PMC10754586 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000036730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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RATIONALE Obesity and diabetes of different types are considered global health risks with rising prevalence. In addition to low-calorie diet and daily exercise, several treatment options have been introduced to help patient in needs. Semaglutide (Ozempic) is one popular agent, which attracted the attention of both physicians and patients due to its positive outcome in improving glucose control and weight loss. However, no reports on the effect of semaglutide use on the oral cavity and specifically xerostomia are available in the literature. We are reporting 3 cases for patients who were using semaglutide and developed secondary xerostomia. PATIENT CONCERNS Three female patients with median age of 34 (range 27-46) presented to the oral medicine clinic with chief complaint of xerostomia. All patients were overweight with a mean body mass index of 35.6 (range 35-37) and have been using semaglutide for weight loss for a mean duration of 11.3 weeks (range 6-16). DIAGNOSES All 3 patients had severe dryness in the mouth with minimal frothy saliva with mean modified Schirmer test of 9 mL at 3 minutes (range 8-10 mL). Following exclusion of other possible underlying medical problems, the diagnosis of semaglutide-induced hyposalivation was given to all patients. INTERVENTIONS The patients' management varied between discontinuation of the drug, the use of pilocarpine, and conservative symptomatic management. OUTCOMES The patients resumed acceptable salivary flow. LESSONS We are reporting for the first time hyposalivation associated with the use of semaglutide. Further prospective, larger studies are warranted to confirm these findings.
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- Hani Haytham Mawardi
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdul-Aziz University – Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdul-Aziz University – Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Endodontics, King Abdul-Aziz University – Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Diagnostic Sciences, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Dental Services, Ministry of the National Guard-Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Preventive Dental Sciences, Taibah University – College of Dentistry, Medina, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Wiriyakijja P, Niklander S, Santos-Silva AR, Shorrer MK, Simms ML, Villa A, Sankar V, Kerr AR, Riordain RN, Jensen SB, Delli K. World Workshop on Oral Medicine VIII: Development of a Core Outcome Set for Dry Mouth: A Systematic Review of Outcome Domains for Xerostomia. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2023:S2212-4403(23)00068-8. [PMID: 37198047 DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2023.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 12/11/2022] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to identify all outcome domains used in clinical studies of xerostomia, that is, subjective sensation of dry mouth. This study is part of the extended project "World Workshop on Oral Medicine Outcomes Initiative for the Direction of Research" to develop a core outcome set for dry mouth. STUDY DESIGN A systematic review was performed on MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases. All clinical and observational studies that assessed xerostomia in human participants from 2001 to 2021 were included. Information on outcome domains was extracted and mapped to the Core Outcome Measures in Effectiveness Trials taxonomy. Corresponding outcome measures were summarized. RESULTS From a total of 34,922 records retrieved, 688 articles involving 122,151 persons with xerostomia were included. There were 16 unique outcome domains and 166 outcome measures extracted. None of these domains or measures were consistently used across all the studies. The severity of xerostomia and physical functioning were the 2 most frequently assessed domains. CONCLUSION There is considerable heterogeneity in outcome domains and measures reported in clinical studies of xerostomia. This highlights the need for harmonization of dry mouth assessment to enhance comparability across studies and facilitate the synthesis of robust evidence for managing patients with xerostomia.
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Schoppmeier CM, Helpap J, Hagemeier A, Wicht MJ, Barbe AG. Using the modified Schirmer test for dry mouth assessment: A cross-sectional study. Eur J Oral Sci 2022; 130:e12880. [PMID: 35692181 DOI: 10.1111/eos.12880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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This study aimed to establish whether the modified Schirmer test could serve as a diagnostic tool for dry mouth, that is, whether it could reliably measure salivary film at selected locations within the oral cavity, and to identify levels of sensitivity/specificity and determine reference values. Therefore, a cross-sectional study (N = 120, mean age 63.5 [SD 13.9] years) was performed. The test was used at five locations (hard palate; buccal mucosa in molar region at 4 mm above occlusal plane; anterior tongue; lower lip; mouth floor), and results were recorded after 1, 2 and 3 min. A statistically significant discriminatory ability of the Schirmer test for the unstimulated salivary flow rates could be shown for the palate (at 3 min), buccal mucosa (at 1 min), mouth floor (at 1 min), and tongue (at 2 and 3 min) (areas under the curve 0.64-0.68), with individual sensitivity/specificity values depending on test location/time points. Thus, the modified Schirmer test has potential to become a simple and reproducible instrument for the detection of dry mouth based on low unstimulated salivary flow rates in dentistry and especially outreach care. Care must be taken concerning intraoral test location and measurement time.
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- Christoph Matthias Schoppmeier
- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Centre of Dental Medicine, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Centre of Dental Medicine, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Institute of Medical Statistics and Computational Biology, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Centre of Dental Medicine, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Centre of Dental Medicine, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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Shruthi M, Naik V, Naik P, Kini R, Avanti A, Bharti S. "Modified Schirmer Test in Assessment of Salivary Flow Rate Among Patients on Antidepressants": A Comparative Study. J Int Soc Prev Community Dent 2021; 11:287-293. [PMID: 34268191 PMCID: PMC8257014 DOI: 10.4103/jispcd.jispcd_416_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Revised: 03/21/2021] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Aims: The objective of this study was to assess salivary flow rate (SFR) among healthy subjects or patients on antidepressant drugs such as tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) and selective serotinin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) by using the “Modified Schirmer Test” (MST). To evaluate and correlate salivary flow rate by using MST and comparing it with the spitting method in patients on antidepressants and healthy control subjects. Materials and Methods: Data were collected from the patients visiting the dental college and the psychiatry department. A total of 105 subjects were included in the present study, dividing Group I as control, Group II as SSRIs, and Group III as TCAs. In all subjects, a screening questionnaire was recorded, SFR was determined by the spitting method, and MST was carried out in the morning. The MST was performed by placing a modified Schirmer tear strip (STS) on the floor of the mouth for all subjects, and readings were taken for 3 min. Results: The SFR value obtained among Group I by the spitting method was 0.83 ml at 5 min, and by the MST method was 34.97 mm at 3 min, with a P value of 0.860. The SFR value obtained among Group II by the spitting method was 0.47 ml at 5 min, and by the MST method was 26.25 mm at 3 min, with a P value of 0.001, which was highly significant. The SFR value obtained among Group III by the spitting method was 0.394 ml at 5 min, and by the MST method was 10.71 mm at 3 min, with a P value of 0.041, which was significant. Conclusions: A significant positive correlation was observed between the SFR value obtained by both the spitting method and MST. From our study, we can conclude that the MST can be used as an effective noninvasive tool to estimate SFR.
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- Manipal Shruthi
- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Bangalore Institute of Dental Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, A. J. Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, MGM Dental College and Hospital, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Oral Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Institute of Dental Sciences, Patna, Bihar, India
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The use of Schirmer strips to measure salivary and lacrimal flow in non-Sjögren patients. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 25:4107-4114. [PMID: 33389133 PMCID: PMC8137574 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-020-03741-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2020] [Accepted: 12/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Introduction Oral and ocular dryness are the most common symptoms reported during ophthalmological and dental examinations. It is becoming a serious and growing problem due to the huge variety of affecting factors and with population aging. Objectives The purpose was to demonstrate an application of the Schirmer test for xerostomia. Subsequently, to compare and correlate the results achieved from the lacrimal Schirmer test and salivary Schirmer test in non-Sjögren patients. Methods Study group consisted of 642 patients with/without subjective or/and objective symptoms of dry eye or mouth who did not fulfill the criteria for diagnosis of Sjögren syndrome. The lacrimal Schirmer test (lST) and the salivary Schirmer tests (sST) were performed (sSTm was put on the floor of the mouth, sSTp in front of the parotid gland duct). The results were recorded after 1 min (sSTm), 3 min (sSTp), and 5 min (lST). Results The lST and sST test scores were considerably higher in the healthy group than in others, p < 0.001. The results of sST1 and sST2 decreased with the appearance of subjective and objective symptoms, p < 0.001. There were positive correlations between lST and sSTm outcomes between the groups, p < 0.001. Conclusions We present the Schirmer test adapted to measure salivary gland hypofunction that is a time-saving tool in our daily practice. Results of this study reveal an excellent correlation between the eye Schirmer test and the salivary Schirmer tests. Clinical relevance The salivary Schirmer tests seem to be rapid, convenient, and reliable objective screening tools for salivary gland hypofunction in non-Sjögren patients.
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Effect of Mucosal Brushing on the Serum Levels of C-Reactive Protein for Patients Hospitalized with Acute Symptoms. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2020; 56:medicina56100549. [PMID: 33086612 PMCID: PMC7603140 DOI: 10.3390/medicina56100549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2020] [Revised: 10/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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This study was based in a hospital setting. Patients with acute symptoms face a life-threatening crisis and often have systemic complications during the convalescence stage. During the acute stage, oral function does not work and oral hygiene status deteriorates. A gauze or sponge brush is generally used to wipe the oral cavity; however, this process does not clean the oral cavity enough. Effective oral care requires better methods. Patients participating in this study were all hospitalized by ambulance and with acute symptoms. During the convalescence stage, patients were assigned application of mucosal brushing or wiping by gauze or sponge brush by order of hospitalization. The effects were evaluated by the number of bacteria on the tongue surface, serum C-reactive protein (CRP) and body temperature. Changes in bacterial count, body temperature, and CRP were effectively reduced in the mucosal brushing group compared to the wiping by gauze or sponge brush group. Based on mixed effect modeling, the coefficient of mucosal brushing for CRP was −2.296 and for body temperature was −0.067 and statistically significant. This simple method can effectively prevent systemic complication of inpatients with deteriorated oral conditions. This method may also be effective for the elderly in nursing homes or perioperative oral-care management.
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Apessos I, Andreadis D, Steiropoulos P, Tortopidis D, Angelis L. Investigation of the relationship between sleep disorders and xerostomia. Clin Oral Investig 2019; 24:1709-1716. [PMID: 31372830 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-019-03029-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2018] [Accepted: 07/16/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the relationship between sleep disorders, morning hyposalivation, and subjective feeling of dry mouth. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional, observational, clinical study was carried out in a homogenous population sample which consists of Greek male soldiers without any medical history. After the application of oral modified Schirmer test, the sample was divided into a study group (n = 63) (MST < 25 mm/3 min) and a control group (n = 110) (MST ≥ 25 mm/3 min). In order to assess daytime sleepiness, risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), sleep quality, sleep bruxism (SB), and subjective feeling of dry mouth, all the participants filled in the following scales in Greek version: Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Berlin Questionnaire (BQ), a SB questionnaire, and Xerostomia Inventory (XI) respectively. In every subgroup that came of ESS, PSQI, BQ, and SB questionnaire scoring, subjective feeling of dry mouth was evaluated, based on XI values. RESULTS Statistically significant difference (p < 0.001) through PSQI scores was found between the study and control group. In contrast, a statistically significant difference was not obtained for the scores of ESS (p = 0.293), BQ (p = 0.089), and SB questionnaire (p = 0.730). XI scores introduced statistically significant difference between the subgroups of PSQI (p < 0.001), BQ (p = 0.001), SB questionnaire (p = 0.004) and statistically weak between the subgroups of ESS (p = 0.049). CONCLUSIONS This is the first research study so far suggesting that patients with morning hyposalivation exhibit poor sleep quality using an objective method. The present results have, also, shown that subjective feeling of dry mouth is related to excessive daytime sleepiness, poor sleep quality, high risk of obstructive sleep apnea, and sleep bruxism, but larger-scale studies are still needed. CLINICAL RELEVANCE These findings should keep dentists aware of a possible association between xerostomia and sleep disorders and support larger-scale studies.
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- Department of Oral Medicine/Pathology, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, GR-54124, Thessaloniki, Greece.
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- Department of Pneumonology, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
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- Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- School of Informatics, Faculty of Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Łysik D, Niemirowicz-Laskowska K, Bucki R, Tokajuk G, Mystkowska J. Artificial Saliva: Challenges and Future Perspectives for the Treatment of Xerostomia. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:E3199. [PMID: 31261876 PMCID: PMC6651665 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20133199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2019] [Revised: 06/21/2019] [Accepted: 06/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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The chronic sensation of a dry mouth is a disease condition called xerostomia and affects a large part of the population. Xerostomia is associated with decreased secretion, or more often, qualitative changes in saliva proteins and immunoglobulin concentrations that develop as a result of salivary gland dysfunction. Several reasons causing dry mouth were described, and usually, they include taking medications, diseases or radiotherapy. In some situations, when it is difficult to use salivary stimulants or salivary gland damage is irreversible, the only option might seem to be saliva substitutes. The paper presents the most important aspects considering saliva preparations. The rheological and lubricating properties and the reconstruction of the complex saliva structure has been the main purpose of research. The biological properties of saliva preparations were also widely discussed. As part of the work, the antimicrobial effect of three commercial saliva preparations was tested. Finally, inadequate antimicrobial properties against the strains isolated from the oral cavity were demonstrated. The development of salivary substitutes, in particular, the improvement of antimicrobial properties, can be achieved using nanotechnology, including drug delivery systems containing nanocarriers.
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- Dawid Łysik
- Department of Materials Engineering and Production, Bialystok University of Technology, Wiejska 45C, 15-351 Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Microbiological and Nanobiomedical Engineering, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza 2C, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Integrated Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, M. Sklodowskiej-Curie 24a, 15-276 Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Materials Engineering and Production, Bialystok University of Technology, Wiejska 45C, 15-351 Bialystok, Poland.
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Lourenço M, Azevedo Á, Brandão I, Gomes PS. Orofacial manifestations in outpatients with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa focusing on the vomiting behavior. Clin Oral Investig 2017; 22:1915-1922. [PMID: 29177814 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-017-2284-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2017] [Accepted: 11/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This case-control study aims to evaluate the oral health status and orofacial problems in a group of outpatients with eating disorders (ED)-either anorexia nervosa (AN) or bulimia nervosa (BN)-further focusing on the influence of vomit. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty-five women outpatients with AN or BN diagnosis were invited to participate, of which 33 agreed. ED outpatients and matched controls were submitted to a questionnaire and clinical oral examination. RESULTS Multivariate analysis identified a significantly higher incidence of teeth-related complications (i.e., tooth decay, dental erosion, and self-reported dentin hypersensitivity), periodontal disease, salivary alterations (i.e., hyposalivation and xerostomia), and oral mucosa-related complications in ED outpatients. Dental erosion, self-reported dentin hypersensitivity, hyposalivation, xerostomia, and angular cheilitis were found to be highly correlated with the vomiting behavior. CONCLUSIONS ED outpatients were found to present a higher incidence of oral-related complications and an inferior oral health status, compared to gender- and age-matched controls. Alterations verified within outpatients were acknowledged to be quite similar to those previously reported within inpatients, in both of nature and severity, thus sustaining that the cranio-maxillofacial region is significantly affected by ED, even in the early/milder forms of the condition, as expectedly verified within outpatients.
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- Laboratory for Bone Metabolism and Regeneration, Faculty of Dental Medicine, U. Porto, Porto, Portugal. .,REQUIMTE/LAQV, U. Porto, Porto, Portugal.
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Syed YA, Reddy BS, Ramamurthy TK, Rajendra K, Nerella NK, Krishnan M, Ramesh MV, Mohammed RB. Estimation of Salivary Parameters among Autoimmune Thyroiditis Patients. J Clin Diagn Res 2017; 11:ZC01-ZC04. [PMID: 28893031 DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2017/26444.10128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2016] [Accepted: 04/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Saliva is a complex secretion that protects and lubricates the oral cavity. Various systemic diseases and their treatment alter the salivary gland function; one such disease is Autoimmune Thyroid Disease (AITD). AITD has been postulated to exert its hormonal influence on the salivary glands, leading to reduced salivary output. There's a paucity of literature, verifying the stated conjunction in human subjects. AIM The aim was to investigate the salivary profile in AITD patients and its comparison with controls. MATERIALS AND METHODS Descriptive cross-sectional comparative study was conducted using convenience sampling method for screening the presence of thyroid disorders. Two groups comprising of 30 patients in each group diagnosed with autoimmune hypothyroiditis (n=30) and hyperthyroiditis (n=30) respectively and thirty healthy volunteers who were age and sex matched were included as controls. Saliva was collected and evaluated for Unstimulated Salivary Flow Rate (USSFR), pH and buffer capacity. ANOVA and Tukey post-hoc test was performed to find the statistical significance and for pairwise comparison. RESULTS Statistically significant difference was observed between autoimmune hypothyroiditis, autoimmune hyperthyroiditis and control group with respect to USSFR (p<0.007), pH (p<0.001) and buffer capacity (p<0.001). On pairwise comparisons statistically significant difference was observed between autoimmune hypothyroiditis and autoimmune hyperthyroiditis with respect to controls. CONCLUSION We conclude that significant involvement of salivary glands may occur in cases of AITD. Our study showed significant reduction of sialometric values in AITD patients when compared to controls. A strong clinical suspicion of thyroid diseases should be considered when there is chronic hyposalivation; hence thyroid profile must also be done, if the known causes have been excluded.
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- Yasmeen Amthul Syed
- Senior Lecturer, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Professor and Head, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Aecs Maaruti College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Aecs Maaruti College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Reader, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Aecs Maaruti College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Narayana Dental College and Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Reader, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
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Erriu M, Pili FMG, Cadoni S, Garau V. Diagnosis of Lingual Atrophic Conditions: Associations with Local and Systemic Factors. A Descriptive Review. Open Dent J 2016; 10:619-635. [PMID: 27990187 PMCID: PMC5123136 DOI: 10.2174/1874210601610010619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2016] [Revised: 10/09/2016] [Accepted: 10/15/2016] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Atrophic glossitis is a condition characterised by absence of filiform or fungiform papillae on the dorsal surface of the tongue. Consequently, the ordinary texture and appearance of the dorsal tongue, determined by papillary protrusion, turns into a soft and smooth aspect. Throughout the years, many factors, both local and systemic, have been associated with atrophic glossitis as the tongue is currently considered to be a mirror of general health. Moreover, various tongue conditions were wrongly diagnosed as atrophic glossitis. Oral involvement can conceal underlying systemic conditions and, in this perspective, the role of clinicians is fundamental. Early recognition of oral signs and symptoms, through a careful examination of oral anatomical structures, plays a crucial role in providing patients with a better prognosis.
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- M Erriu
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Cagliari University, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Cagliari University, Cagliari, Italy
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- Digestive Endoscopy Unit, S. Barbara Hospital, Iglesias (CA), Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Cagliari University, Cagliari, Italy
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The effect of clinical setting on the unstimulated salivary flow rate. Arch Oral Biol 2016; 69:7-12. [PMID: 27187143 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2016.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2015] [Revised: 04/20/2016] [Accepted: 05/02/2016] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Unstimulated whole saliva (UWS) sialometry uses the spitting method to assess occurrence of hyposalivation. This study compares the UWS flow rates in volunteers sitting in a laboratory or in a clinical setting, in order to evaluate the influence of environment on salivary secretion. DESIGN 25 healthy volunteers were recruited and divided into two groups to perform UWS sialometry under the two different settings (T1). Eleven weeks later, the participants repeated the same test (T2). At a unique time point and under the clinical setting, 18 patients complaining of xerostomia also performed the UWS sialometry; these values were used as control to corroborate findings. RESULTS Different scenarios - laboratory one vs. clinical one - did not affect measurements of mean UWS flow rates. Both intra- and inter-individual variabilities, reported as standard error of the mean (SEM) and within-subject variance (WSV), resulted below the threshold of 0.1g/min. A significant difference was found between UWS flow rates from healthy volunteers and those from patients with xerostomia (p<0.05). Test/retest reliability showed a moderate correlation of datasets collected at the two time points from healthy volunteers (T1 vs. T2, 11 weeks later): under laboratory and clinical settings, Pearson's coefficients of correlation were r=0.62 and r=0.32, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Type of environment did not influence UWS sialometry via spitting method, which appeared reliable for intra-day analysis of the salivary flow rate, although prone to physiological variations over time.
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Salivary hypofunction: An update on aetiology, diagnosis and therapeutics. Arch Oral Biol 2015; 60:242-55. [DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2014.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 127] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2014] [Revised: 09/15/2014] [Accepted: 10/28/2014] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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