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Thammasitboon K, Teanpaisan R, Pahumunto N. Prevalence and virulence factors of haemolytic Enterococcus faecalis isolated from root filled teeth associated with periradicular lesions: A laboratory investigation in Thailand. Int Endod J 2024; 57:769-783. [PMID: 38483342 DOI: 10.1111/iej.14059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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AIM Previous endodontic research has provided limited understanding of the prevalence and roles of haemolytic and non-haemolytic Enterococcus faecalis strains in root filled teeth. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of these strains in root filled teeth with periradicular lesions and investigate their associated virulence factors. METHODOLOGY A total of 36 root canal samples were collected from 36 subjects. The prevalence of E. faecalis was determined using culture and PCR methods. Antibiotic susceptibility of haemolytic and non-haemolytic E. faecalis strains was assessed using the broth dilution assay. The cytokine stimulation in periodontal ligament (PDL) cells and neutrophil migration were evaluated using real-time PCR and migration assay, respectively. Cell invasion ability of the strains was assessed using a cell culture model. Additionally, the virulence gene expression of the haemolytic and non-haemolytic strains was investigated using real-time PCR. The Mann-Whitney U and Spearman's ρ tests were used to examine the significant difference between the two strains and to analyse the correlation between phenotype and gene expression, respectively. RESULTS Enterococcus faecalis was detected in 33.3% and 88.9% of samples by culture and real-time PCR, respectively. Haemolytic strains were found in 36.4% of subjects. Non-haemolytic strains exhibited susceptibility to erythromycin and varying susceptibility to tetracycline, while all haemolytic strains were resistant to both antibiotics. Haemolytic strains significantly upregulated the expression of IL-8, OPG and RANKL in PDL cells (p < .05). Notably, the fold increases in these genes were higher: IL-8 (556.1 ± 82.9 vs. 249.6 ± 81.8), OPG (2.2 ± 0.5 vs. 1.3 ± 0.2) and RANKL (1.8 ± 0.3 vs. 1.2 ± 0.1). Furthermore, haemolytic strains had a greater effect on neutrophil migration (68.7 ± 15.2% vs. 46.9 ± 11.4%) and demonstrated a higher level of internalization into oral keratinocyte cells (68.6 ± 0.4% vs. 33.8 ± 0.5%) (p < .05). They also showed enhanced expression of virulence genes associated with haemolysin, surface proteins, collagen-binding and aggregation substances. Gelatinase activity was only detectable in non-haemolytic strains. CONCLUSIONS This study revealed that haemolytic strains E. faecalis possessed enhanced abilities in host invasion and a higher abundance of virulence factors, suggesting their potential contribution to more severe disease manifestations.
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- Kewalin Thammasitboon
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand
- Research Center of Excellence for Oral Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand
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- Research Center of Excellence for Oral Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand
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- Research Center of Excellence for Oral Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand
- Department of Oral Diagnostic Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand
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Sedani S, Kriplani S, Thakare A, Patel A. The Hidden World Within: Microbial Dynamics in Root Canal Systems. Cureus 2024; 16:e60577. [PMID: 38894761 PMCID: PMC11184535 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.60577] [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: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Several hundred different microbial taxa have made the oral cavity their home because of their evolution in multiple species communities within the special ecosystem. On the other hand, the dental pulp or internal tissue of the tooth is a connective tissue that is physiologically sterile and where any microbial infiltration is a harmful indication. It causes the pulp tissue to become inflamed, which leads to the death of the pulp and diffuses infection with inflammation to the peri-radicular tissues. Comprehending the biology of biofilms, the microbial makeup, and the host's reaction to infections in the pathobiology of root canal infections has received a lot of attention throughout the last few decades. Such comprehensive knowledge is required to design preventive medicines as well as clinically effective treatment regimens. Surprisingly, clinical approaches have concentrated more on radiographically perfecting channel preparation than on debridement of these intricate root canal systems, despite the clear realization that root canal infections are biofilm mediated. Since the present comprehension of the microbial etiopathogenesis of apical periodontitis highlights the significance of focusing on procedures such as "canal cleaning" and chemo-mechanical disinfection, the exclusive purpose of endodontic therapy is mainly missed while discussing "canal shaping." We thoroughly examine the state of our knowledge of the composition and functional traits of the root canal microbiome in this review. We also go into the difficulties with root canal disinfection and the cutting-edge approaches that try to solve these difficulties. In conclusion, we present essential guidance for prospective research areas, underscoring their significance as crucial considerations in the field of frontiers in oral health.
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- Shweta Sedani
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Ahmed S, Jehad Hassan S, Gajdhar S, Saleh Alhazmi L, Yahya Khalifah R, Alhusain Alrifai J, Salem Aljhdali S, Sheriff Maqbul M. Prevalence of Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans in endodontic retreatment Cases: A comprehensive study. Saudi Dent J 2024; 36:539-545. [PMID: 38690386 PMCID: PMC11056411 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2024.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2023] [Revised: 01/03/2024] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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Introduction Endodontic treatment failures often stem from the presence of microbial pathogens, particularly Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans. This study systematically assesses the prevalence of E. faecalis and C. albicans in endodontic retreatment cases, aiming to explore their impact on treatment outcomes. Methods Employing a systematic sampling approach, 30 patients with a history of previous endodontic treatment were selected. Rigorous clinical and radiographic assessments were conducted, following standardized protocols for root canal sample collection. Microbiological analysis, utilizing selective culture media, was employed to identify and quantify E. faecalis and C. albicans. Statistical analyses, including chi-square and logistic regression tests, were performed. Results The study involved 30 patients undergoing endodontic retreatment, with comprehensive clinical and radiographic evaluations for cases with and without periradicular lesions. Microbiological analysis unveiled a significant prevalence of E. faecalis and C. albicans, establishing a robust association between these pathogens and retreatment failure. These findings underscore the critical need for targeted antimicrobial interventions to enhance the overall success rates of endodontic retreatment procedures. Conclusion This study highlights the substantial prevalence of E. faecalis and C. albicans in endodontic retreatment cases, emphasizing the importance of identifying and effectively managing these pathogens for successful treatment outcomes. The notable association between these microbial agents and retreatment failure underscores the imperative for tailored antimicrobial strategies to enhance the efficacy of endodontic retreatment procedures.
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- Siddiq Ahmed
- Department of Conservative Dental Sciences, Ibn Sina national College for medical studies, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Conservative Dental Sciences, Ibn Sina national College for medical studies, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental interns, Ibn Sina national College for medical studies, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental interns, Ibn Sina national College for medical studies, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Ibn Sina national College for medical studies, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Acharya S, Gurunathan D, Sahoo D, Singh B, Sahoo A, Acharya S. Comparative Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Activity of NeoPutty MTA and Modified NeoPutty MTA: An In Vitro Study. J Int Soc Prev Community Dent 2023; 13:493-499. [PMID: 38304536 PMCID: PMC10829285 DOI: 10.4103/jispcd.jispcd_68_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Revised: 11/12/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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Aim Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is a relatively new versatile dental material. MTA has many advantages as well as disadvantages. To reduce most of the drawbacks of MTA, a premixed bioceramic MTA, NeoPutty MTA, was introduced in 2020. In this study, we assessed the antimicrobial activity of the newer MTA, NeoPutty MTA. We modified NeoPutty MTA and compared both against Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli. Materials and Methods Using the agar diffusion method, NeoPutty MTA was tested for antibacterial activity against the above-mentioned microorganisms. A base layer of Petri plates was done using Muller-Hinton agar for S. aureus, E. coli, and P. aeruginosa and brain heart infusion agar for E. faecalis. A total of 32 plates were employed; the plates were divided randomly into four test groups having eight plates each, so microorganisms were tested eight times. Three cavities were made in agar and filled with freshly mixed materials after 24 h. A pour plate seeded the microorganisms. The plates were pre-incubated for 2 h at room temperature and incubated at 37°C for 24 h. An independent observer measured the inhibition zone diameters. Results NeoPutty MTA, when tested alone, did not show much antibacterial activity against E. faecalis, S. aureus, and E. coli but had significant antimicrobial activity against P. aeruginosa when used at different concentrations. Modified NeoPutty (NeoPutty with antibiotics added individually) showed significant antibacterial activity against these microorganisms, as seen by the zone of inhibition of these bacteria. Conclusion Modified NeoPutty with antibiotics has a better antimicrobial effect than NeoPutty MTA.
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- Sonu Acharya
- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha’o’Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha’o’Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha’o’Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha’o’Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, Kalinga Insitute of Industrial Technology University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Arora RK, Mordan NJ, Spratt DA, Ng YL, Gulabivala K. Bacteria in the cavity-restoration interface after varying periods of clinical service - SEM description of distribution and 16S rRNA gene sequence identification of isolates. Clin Oral Investig 2022; 26:5029-5044. [PMID: 35359188 PMCID: PMC9276561 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-022-04473-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To use extracted human teeth with amalgam (n = 26) or GIC (n = 3) restorations in service up to 20 years to evaluate microbiota at the cavity/restoration interface by SEM or culture. MATERIALS AND METHODS Extracted teeth with intracoronal restorations (n = 20) of known history (2-20 years) were fixed, split, and prepared for SEM to ascertain the pattern and structure of bacterial aggregates on cavity and restoration surfaces. Another 9 teeth were anaerobically decontaminated, split and sampled (cavity/restorations), and cultured (anaerobically, aerobically); recovered isolates were identified by 16S rRNA gene sequencing. RESULTS SEM showed rods, cocci, and filaments in 11/20 teeth (55%) on cavity and corresponding restoration surfaces; 4/20 (20%) on neither surface; 1/20 (5%) on just cavity; and 4/20 (20%) on just restoration. Microbial growth extended from marginal openings into the deeper interfacial microspace to varying extents but was not always evident. Restoration size or age did not predict bacterial presence. Bacteria-free surfaces (cavity/amalgam) showed possible calcification. Cultivation yielded 160 isolates, mainly Gram-positive (86%) and facultative (81%); and morphotypes of rods (43%), cocci (36%), and cocco-bacilli (18%) belonging to Actinobacteria (45%) and Firmicutes (50%). The most frequent genera were Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Actinomyces, and Lactobacillus. Biofilms on cavity and restoration appeared independent of each other. CONCLUSIONS Cavity and amalgam surfaces were independently colonised and some not. The penetration of microbiota into marginal gaps varied; resembled root caries and was dominated by Gram-positive species. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Marginal gaps around restorations are unavoidable but are not always colonised by bacteria after long-term clinical service. Calcification of biofilms in the restorative interface may prevent further colonisation. The viable microbiota in the restorative interface resembled root caries and may be subject to ecological fluxes of activity and arrest and therefore preventative management.
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- Roopinder Kaur Arora
- Unit of Endodontology, Departments of Restorative Dentistry, Microbial Diseases, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Bloomsbury Campus, Rockefeller Building, 21 University Street, London, WC1E 6DE, UK
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- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, London, UK
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- Unit of Endodontology, Departments of Restorative Dentistry, Microbial Diseases, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Bloomsbury Campus, Rockefeller Building, 21 University Street, London, WC1E 6DE, UK
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- Unit of Endodontology, Departments of Restorative Dentistry, Microbial Diseases, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Bloomsbury Campus, Rockefeller Building, 21 University Street, London, WC1E 6DE, UK
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- Unit of Endodontology, Departments of Restorative Dentistry, Microbial Diseases, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Bloomsbury Campus, Rockefeller Building, 21 University Street, London, WC1E 6DE, UK.
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Siqueira JF, Rôças IN. Present status and future directions - microbiology of endodontic infections. Int Endod J 2021; 55 Suppl 3:512-530. [PMID: 34958494 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 28.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2021] [Revised: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Apical periodontitis has a microbial aetiology and is one of the most common inflammatory diseases that affect humans. Fungi, archaea and viruses have been found in association with apical periodontitis, but bacteria are by far the most prevalent and dominant microorganisms in endodontic infections. Bacterial infection of the root canal system only occurs when the pulp is necrotic or was removed for previous treatment. In some specific cases, including acute and chronic abscesses, the bacterial infection may reach the periradicular tissues. Intracanal bacteria are usually observed as sessile multispecies communities (biofilms) attached to the dentinal root canal walls. Infection in the main root canal lumen can spread to other areas of the root canal system. Although more than 500 bacterial species have been detected in endodontic infections, a selected group of 20 to 30 species are most frequently detected and may be considered as the core microbiome. There is a high interindividual variability in the endodontic microbiome in terms of species composition and relative abundance. Obligate anaerobic species are more abundant in the intraradicular bacterial communities of teeth with primary apical periodontitis, while both anaerobes and facultatives dominate the communities in post-treatment apical periodontitis. Bacterial interactions play an essential role in determining the overall virulence of the community, which has been regarded as the unit of pathogenicity of apical periodontitis. This article reviews the microbiologic aspects of endodontic infections and provides perspectives for future research and directions in the field.
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- José F Siqueira
- Department of Dental Research, Faculty of Dentistry, Iguaçu University (UNIG), Nova Iguaçu, RJ, and Department of Endodontics and Molecular Microbiology Laboratory, Faculty of Dentistry, Grande Rio University, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Dental Research, Faculty of Dentistry, Iguaçu University (UNIG), Nova Iguaçu, RJ, and Department of Endodontics and Molecular Microbiology Laboratory, Faculty of Dentistry, Grande Rio University, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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Alberti A, Corbella S, Taschieri S, Francetti L, Fakhruddin KS, Samaranayake LP. Fungal species in endodontic infections: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0255003. [PMID: 34293029 PMCID: PMC8297845 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0255003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Fungal infections are common on oral mucosae, but their role in other oral sites is ill defined. Over the last few decades, numerous studies have reported the presence of fungi, particularly Candida species in endodontic infections, albeit in relatively small numbers in comparison to its predominant anaerobic bacteriome. Here, we review the fungal biome of primary and secondary endodontic infections, with particular reference to the prevalence and behavior of Candida species. Meta-analysis of the available data from a total of 39 studies fitting the inclusion criteria, indicate the overall weighted mean prevalence (WMP) of fungal species in endodontic infections to be 9.11% (from a cumulative total of 2003 samples), with 9.0% in primary (n = 1341), and 9.3% in secondary infections (n = 662). Nevertheless, WMP for fungi in primary and secondary infections which were 6.3% and 7.5% for culture-based studies, increased to 12.5% and 16.0% in molecular studies, respectively. The most prevalent fungal species was Candida spp. The high heterogeneity in the reported fungal prevalence suggests the need for standardized sampling, and speciation methods. The advent of the new molecular biological analytical platforms, such as the next generation sequencing (NGS), and matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF), that enables identification and quantitation of a broad spectrum of hitherto unknown organisms in endodontic infections should radically alter our understanding of the endodontic mycobiome in the future. Candida spp. appear to be co-pathogens with bacteria in approximately one in ten patients with endodontic infections. Hence, clinicians should comprehend the importance and the role of fungi in endodontic infections and be cognizant of the need to eradicate both bacteria and fungi for successful therapy.
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- Alice Alberti
- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
- Institute of Dentistry, I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
- Institute of Dentistry, I. M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
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- College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE
- The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Hong Kong, China
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Wang Z, Yang G, Ren B, Gao Y, Peng X, Li M, H.K.Xu H, Han Q, Li J, Zhou X, Cheng L. Effect of Antibacterial Root Canal Sealer on Persistent Apical Periodontitis. Antibiotics (Basel) 2021; 10:antibiotics10060741. [PMID: 34207470 PMCID: PMC8233789 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10060741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2021] [Revised: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The infection of Enterococcus faecalis and its interacting microorganisms in the root canal could cause persistent apical periodontitis (AP). Antibacterial root canal sealer has favorable prospects to inhibit biofilms. The purpose of this study was to investigated the antibacterial effect of root canal sealer containing dimethylaminododecyl methacrylate (DMADDM) on persistent AP in beagle dogs for the first time. Persistent AP was established by a two-step infection with Enterococcus faecalis and multi-bacteria (Enterococcus faecalis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Actinomycesnaeslundii, Streptococcus gordonii). Root canal sealer containing DMADDM (0%, 1.25%, 2.5%) was used to complete root canal filling. The volume of lesions and inflammatory grade in the apical area were evaluated by cone beam computer tomography (CBCT) and hematoxylin-eosin staining. Both Enterococcus-faecalis- and multi-bacteria-induced persistent AP caused severe apical destruction, and there were no significant differences in pathogenicity between them. DMADDM-modified sealer significantly reduced the volume of periapical lesion and inflammatory grade compared with the control group, among them, the therapeutic effect of the 2.5% group was better than the 1.25% group. In addition, E.faecalis-induced reinfection was more sensitive to the 2.5% group than multi-bacteria reinfection. This study shows that root canal sealer containing DMADDM had a remarkable therapeutic effect on persistent AP, especially on E. faecalis-induced reinfection.
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- Zheng Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- Department of Advanced Oral Sciences and Therapeutics, Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Division, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA;
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
- Correspondence: (X.Z.); (L.C.); Tel.: +86-028-8550-1439 (X.Z.); +86-028-8550-1439 (L.C.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; (Z.W.); (G.Y.); (B.R.); (Y.G.); (X.P.); (M.L.); (Q.H.); (J.L.)
- Correspondence: (X.Z.); (L.C.); Tel.: +86-028-8550-1439 (X.Z.); +86-028-8550-1439 (L.C.)
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Trusek A, Kijak E. Drug Carriers Based on Graphene Oxide and Hydrogel: Opportunities and Challenges in Infection Control Tested by Amoxicillin Release. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14123182. [PMID: 34207735 PMCID: PMC8228297 DOI: 10.3390/ma14123182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Revised: 06/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Graphene oxide (GO) was proposed as an efficient carrier of antibiotics. The model drug, amoxicillin (AMOX), was attached to GO using a peptide linker (Leu-Leu-Gly). GO-AMOX was dispersed in a hydrogel to which the enzyme responsible for releasing AMOX from GO was also added. The drug molecules were released by enzymatic hydrolysis of the peptide bond in the linker. As the selected enzyme, bromelain, a plant enzyme, was used. The antibacterial nature of the carrier was determined by its ability to inhibit the growth of the Enterococcus faecalis strain, which is one of the bacterial species responsible for periodontal and root canal diseases. The prepared carrier contained only biocompatible substances, and the confirmation of its lack of cytotoxicity was verified based on the mouse fibrosarcoma cell line WEHI 164. The proposed type of preparation, as a universal carrier of many different antibiotic molecules, can be considered as a suitable solution in the treatment of inflammation in dentistry.
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- Anna Trusek
- Group of Micro, Nano and Bioprocess Engineering, Department of Chemistry, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Wybrzeże Wyspiańskiego 27, 50-370 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (A.T.); (E.K.)
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- Department of Dental Prosthetics, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (A.T.); (E.K.)
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Antibacterial Activity of Sodium Hypochlorite Gel versus Different Types of Root Canal Medicaments Using Agar Diffusion Test: An In Vitro Comparative Study. Int J Dent 2020; 2020:6483026. [PMID: 33354215 PMCID: PMC7737462 DOI: 10.1155/2020/6483026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2020] [Revised: 08/28/2020] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Aim This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial effect of sodium hypochlorite gel and four types of intracanal medicaments. Materials and Methods The agar diffusion method was used to evaluate the antibacterial effect of five medicaments (sodium hypochlorite gel (NaOCl), chlorhexidine gel (CHX), calcium hydroxide paste (CH), Ledermix, and Diapex plus) against Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), and Escherichia coli (E. coli). The zone of inhibition around each medicament was measured in millimeters, after 48 hours of incubation at 37°C. The antibacterial effects of medicaments against each microbial strain and the sensitivity of microorganisms towards each medicament were compared using the one-way ANOVA and Games–Howell post hoc tests. The level of significance was set to p < 0.05. Results All medicaments showed variable inhibition zones for all bacterial strains except Diapex Plus which showed no antibacterial activity. NaOCl gel exhibited the most significant inhibition zones for all bacterial strains followed by CHX gel, Ledermix, and CH. However, the effect of CHX and CH paste against S. aureus was statistically similar, while the effect of CH against E. faecalis was significantly higher than the Ledermix. Conclusion Sodium hypochlorite gel displayed the highest antibacterial activity among tested medicaments and can be recommended as a potent intracanal medicament. Chlorhexidine gel showed a significantly higher antibacterial effect when compared with Ledermix and calcium hydroxide. Calcium hydroxide demonstrated stronger antibacterial activity against E. faecalis than Ledermix. Diapex Plus exhibited no antibacterial effect.
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Al-Sakati H, Kowollik S, Gabris S, Balasiu A, Ommerborn M, Pfeffer K, Henrich B, Raab WHM. The benefit of culture-independent methods to detect bacteria and fungi in re-infected root filled teeth: a pilot study. Int Endod J 2020; 54:74-84. [PMID: 32894604 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2020] [Accepted: 09/01/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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AIM To identify dominant microorganisms in root filled teeth with apical periodontitis by Pan-PCRs in comparison with a culture-dependent approach, focusing on fungal species profiling. METHODOLOGY The root filling material (gutta-percha) removed from 42 teeth with periapical radiolucencies undergoing root canal retreatments was analysed by molecular genetics techniques. Real-Time Pan-PCRs were conducted for the diagnosis of predominant bacteria (targeting 16S rDNA) and fungi (targeting ITS1-2 region). Identification of microorganisms was performed by Sanger sequencing of the PCR products and BLAST analysis. Additionally, subgingival plaque samples were collected and cultured to review the composition of the microbial flora. The McNemar test and the repeated measures anova were used for statistical analyses (significance level was set at P < 0.05). RESULTS Overall, 42/42 plaque samples had bacterial growth, whereas 32/42 gutta-percha samples had bacterial growth with a dominance of Streptococcus spp. (12/42) and Enterococcus faecalis (9/42). The mean number of bacterial taxa per gutta-percha sample was 1.6 cultivatable taxa, significantly lower than in the plaque sample that had six taxa/sample (P < 0.001). Fungus-specific cultures were negative for gutta-percha samples, and only one plaque sample had growth of a fungus. In total, 36/42 plaque samples were positive in bacterial Pan-PCRs. In bacterial Pan-PCRs of 31/42 gutta-percha samples, dominant microorganisms were identified including Streptococcus spp. (5/42) and E. faecalis (4/42). Moreover, in 7/42 gutta-percha samples, DNA of bacteria which are difficult-to-cultivate in microbiology routine culture (Acinetobacter,Pyramidobacter,Bacteroidetes,Synergistes,Atopobium and Pseudoramibacter) was found. DNA of Candida spp. was detected in 5/42 root canals by fungal Pan-PCR (1/5) and genus-specific Candida-PCR (5/5). CONCLUSIONS Pan-PCR assays remain appropriate as a broad-range approach for the detection of a dominant pathogen in gutta-percha samples which have less diverse microbial composition. The molecular genetic Pan-PCR approach has the advantage of detecting microorganisms that are as-yet-uncultivable or difficult-to-cultivate and should be therefore complement conventional microbiological diagnostics.
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- H Al-Sakati
- Department of Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology and Endodontology, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany.,Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hospital Hygiene, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology and Endodontology, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology and Endodontology, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hospital Hygiene, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology and Endodontology, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hospital Hygiene, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hospital Hygiene, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Periodontology and Endodontology, Heinrich-Heine-University Duesseldorf, Duesseldorf, Germany
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Guo J, Wang Z, Weng Y, Yuan H, Yoshida K, Ikegame M, Uchibe K, Kamioka H, Ochiai K, Okamura H, Qiu L. N-(3-oxododecanoyl)-homoserine lactone regulates osteoblast apoptosis and differentiation by mediating intracellular calcium. Cell Signal 2020; 75:109740. [PMID: 32818672 DOI: 10.1016/j.cellsig.2020.109740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Revised: 08/14/2020] [Accepted: 08/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) is associated with periapical periodontitis. The lesions are characterized by a disorder in osteoblast metabolism. Quorum sensing molecular N-(3-oxododecanoyl)-homoserine lactone (AHL) is secreted by P. aeruginosa and governs the expression of numerous virulence factors. AHL can trigger intracellular calcium ([Ca2+]i) fluctuations in many host cells. However, it is unclear whether AHL can regulate osteoblast metabolism by affecting [Ca2+]i changes or its spatial correlation. We explored AHL-induced apoptosis and differentiation in pre-osteoblastic MC3T3-E1 cells and evaluated [Ca2+]i mobilization using several extraction methods. The spatial distribution pattern of [Ca2+]i among cells was investigated by Moran's I, an index of spatial autocorrelation. We found that 30 μM and 50 μM AHL triggered opposing osteoblast fates. At 50 μM, AHL inhibited osteoblast differentiation by promoting mitochondrial-dependent apoptosis and negatively regulating osteogenic marker genes, including Runx2, Osterix, bone sialoprotein (Bsp), and osteocalcin (OCN). In contrast, prolonged treatment with 30 μM AHL promoted osteoblast differentiation concomitantly with cell apoptosis. The elevation of [Ca2+]i levels in osteoblasts treated with 50 μM AHL was spatially autocorrelated, while no such phenomenon was observed in 30 μM AHL-treated osteoblasts. The blocking of cell-to-cell spatial autocorrelation in the osteoblasts provoked by 50 μM AHL significantly inhibited apoptosis and partially restored differentiation. Our observations suggest that AHL affects the fate of osteoblasts (apoptosis and differentiation) by affecting the spatial correlation of [Ca2+]i changes. Thus, AHL acts as a double-edged sword for osteoblast function.
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- Jiajie Guo
- School and Hospital of Stomatology, China Medical University, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Shenyang, China; Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Orthodontics, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan; Research Fellow of Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Oral Healthcare Education, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University Graduate School, Tokushima, Japan
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- Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Orthodontics, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan
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- Laboratory of Veterinary Hygiene, School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Oral Morphology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan.
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- School and Hospital of Stomatology, China Medical University, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Shenyang, China.
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Dioguardi M, Quarta C, Alovisi M, Crincoli V, Aiuto R, Crippa R, Angiero F, Laneve E, Sovereto D, De Lillo A, Troiano G, Lo Muzio L. Microbial Association with Genus Actinomyces in Primary and Secondary Endodontic Lesions, Review. Antibiotics (Basel) 2020; 9:E433. [PMID: 32707891 PMCID: PMC7460180 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics9080433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2020] [Revised: 07/14/2020] [Accepted: 07/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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The main reason for root canal treatment failure is the persistence of microorganisms after therapy, or the recontamination of the root canal system due to an inadequate seal. In the mouth, Actinomyces spp. constitute a significant part of the normal flora, which is indicative of their ability to adhere to oral tissue and resist cleansing mechanisms, such as salivary flow. This review, performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA), aims to clarify the prevalence of microbial genera that are associated with the genus Actinomyces in primary and secondary endodontic infections (primary outcome), and to identify the most prevalent species of the Actinomyces genus in endodontic lesions (secondary outcome). A total of 11 studies were included in the qualitative and quantitative analysis, and a total of 331 samples were analyzed. Bacteria of the genus Actinomyces were found in 58 samples, and 46 bacterial genera were detected in association with bacteria of the genus Actinomyces. Bacteria of the genus Streptococcus and Propionibacterium were those most frequently associated with Actinomyces in the endodontic lesions considered, and Actinomyces israelii was the most frequently involved species.
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- Mario Dioguardi
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Dental School, University of Turin, 10127 Turin, Italy;
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sensory Organs, Division of Complex Operating Unit of Dentistry, “Aldo Moro” University of Bari, Piazza G. Cesare 11, 70124 Bari, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical, and Dental Science, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Oral Pathology, Italian Stomatological Institute, 20122 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Medical Sciences and Diagnostic Integrated, S. Martino Hospital, University of Genova, 16132 Genova, Italy;
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Via Rovelli 50, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (C.Q.); (E.L.); (D.S.); (A.D.L.); (G.T.); (L.L.M.)
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Wu X, Al Farraj DA, Rajaselvam J, Alkufeidy RM, Vijayaraghavan P, Alkubaisi NA, Agastian P, Alshammari MK. Characterization of biofilm formed by multidrug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa DC-17 isolated from dental caries. Saudi J Biol Sci 2020; 27:2955-2960. [PMID: 33100852 PMCID: PMC7569125 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2020.07.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2020] [Revised: 07/12/2020] [Accepted: 07/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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The present work reports with the screening of biofilm-producing bacteria from the dental caries. The dental pathogens showed resistance against various antibiotics and biofilm forming ability at various levels. Among the bacterial strain, Pseudomonas aeruginosa DC-17 showed enhanced biofilm production. Extracellular polymeric substance (EPS) was synthesized by the selected bacterial isolate considerably and contributed as the major component of biofilm. EPS composed of eDNA, proteins and lipids. The total protein content of the EPS was found to be 1.928 mg/mL and was the major component than carbohydrate and DNA. Carbohydrate content was 162.3 mg/L and DNA content of EPS was 4.95 μg/mL. These macromolecules interacted in the matrix to develop dynamic and specific interactions to signalling biofilm to differentiating various environments. Also, the isolated bacteria showed resistant against various commercially available antibiotics. The isolates showed more resistance against penicillin (98%) and were sensitive against amoxicillin. Among the factors, temperature, pH and sugar concentration influenced biofilm formation. Biofilm forming ability of the selected bacterial stain was tested at various pH values and alkaline pH was favoured for biofilm production. Biofilm production was found to be maximum at 40 °C and 8% sucrose enhanced biofilm formation. Biofilm formed by P. aeruginosa DC-17 was resistant against various tested antimicrobials and chemicals.
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- Xiaojuan Wu
- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanhua University, Hengyang, Hunan 421001, China
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 22452, Riyadh 11495, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 22452, Riyadh 11495, Saudi Arabia
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- Bioprocess Engineering Division, Smykon Biotech Pvt LtD, Nagercoil, Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu 629201, India
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 22452, Riyadh 11495, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Plant Biology and Biotechnology, Loyola College (Autonomous), Affiliated to University of Madras, Chennai 600034, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 22452, Riyadh 11495, Saudi Arabia
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Karamifar K, Tondari A, Saghiri MA. Endodontic Periapical Lesion: An Overview on the Etiology, Diagnosis and Current Treatment Modalities. Eur Endod J 2020; 5:54-67. [PMID: 32766513 PMCID: PMC7398993 DOI: 10.14744/eej.2020.42714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2019] [Accepted: 07/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Nonsurgical and surgical endodontic treatments have a high success rate in the treatment and prevention of apical periodontitis when carried out according to standard and accepted clinical principles. Nevertheless, endodontic periapical lesions remain in some cases, and further treatment should be considered when apical periodontitis persists. Although several treatment modalities have been proposed for endodontically treated teeth with persistent apical periodontitis, there is a need for less invasive methods with more predictable outcomes. The advantages and shortcomings of existing approaches for the diagnosis and treatment of endodontic periradicular lesions are discussed in this review.
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- Kasra Karamifar
- From the Department of Restorative Dentistry, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Dental Branch, Shiraz Azad University, Shiraz, Iran
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- From the Department of Restorative Dentistry, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, New Jersey, USA
- Department of Endodontics, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco, USA
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Hussein H, Kishen A. Antibiofilm and Immune Response of Engineered Bioactive Nanoparticles for Endodontic Disinfection. J Clin Med 2020; 9:E730. [PMID: 32182743 PMCID: PMC7141246 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9030730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2020] [Revised: 03/05/2020] [Accepted: 03/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The biological aim of root canal treatment is to facilitate periapical tissue healing following endodontic therapy. This study aimed to develop an organotypic infected root canal model to understand the interaction of bacterial biofilm with macrophages and study the therapeutic effect of engineered bioactive chitosan nanoparticles (CSnp) on macrophages. Ex-vivo experiments were conducted in two phases; Phase-1: Enterococcus faecalis biofilms (two and six weeks old) developed in organotypic root canal model were used to characterize residual biofilm after conventional chemical treatment alone and combined with CSnp utilizing Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and colony-forming units from pulverized dentin. Phase-2: The interaction of post-treatment biofilm and RAW macrophages was evaluated regarding pro/anti-inflammatory markers, cell viability and spreading at 24, 48 and 72 h. Compared to conventionally disinfected six-week-old biofilm, CSnp resulted in less viable bacteria (p < 0.01). Scanning electron micrographs demonstrated disruption of the biofilm. CSnp exhibited less residual bacterial load in pulverized dentin (p < 0.001). Macrophage interaction with CSnp-treated biofilm reduced proinflammatory markers (nitric oxide, TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6), increased anti-inflammatory marker (TGF-β1) and enhanced cell survival and spreading over time (p < 0.01 at 72 h). Engineered chitosan nanoparticles concurrently inactivated biofilm and altered the inflammatory response of macrophages that would promote healing.
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- Hebatullah Hussein
- The Kishen Lab, Dental Research Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5G 1G6, Canada;
- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5G 1G6, Canada
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- The Kishen Lab, Dental Research Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5G 1G6, Canada;
- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5G 1G6, Canada
- School of Graduate Studies, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5G 1G6, Canada
- Department of Dentistry, Mount Sinai Health System, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON M5G 1X5, Canada
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Guo J, Yoshida K, Ikegame M, Okamura H. Quorum sensing molecule N-(3-oxododecanoyl)-l-homoserine lactone: An all-rounder in mammalian cell modification. J Oral Biosci 2020; 62:16-29. [DOI: 10.1016/j.job.2020.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2019] [Revised: 01/09/2020] [Accepted: 01/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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De la Torre-Luna R, Domínguez-Pérez RA, Guillén-Nepita AL, Ayala-Herrera JL, Martínez-Martínez RE, Romero-Ayala ME, Pérez-Serrano RM, Vázquez-Garcidueñas MS. Prevalence of Candida albicans in primary endodontic infections associated with a higher frequency of apical periodontitis in type two diabetes mellitus patients. Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis 2019; 39:131-138. [PMID: 31529305 DOI: 10.1007/s10096-019-03702-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2019] [Accepted: 09/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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To identify the prevalence of C. albicans in primary endodontic infections of type two diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients and compare their clinical and radiographical characteristics with a non-diabetic control group, establishing the possible relationship between primary endodontic infection, T2DM, and C. albicans, since diabetes mellitus (DM), influences the development, course, and response to the treatment of apical periodontitis, but the presence of Candida albicans (C. albicans) has not been considered before. A total of 120 patients were selected and divided into two groups: 60 T2DM diagnosed patients and 60 non-diabetic controls. A clinical examination and radiographic analysis were performed to establish a periapical index score (PAI). Root canal samples were taken. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) was extracted, and specific primers were used to identify C. albicans by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). A twofold increase in the prevalence of C. albicans in T2DM patients was observed in contrast to control patients (p = 0.0251). Sixty-five percent of T2DM patients with positive C. albicans scored a ≥ 3 PAI, while only 27% of the patients without C. albicans had a ≥ 3 PAI score (p = 0.0065). Long-term DM patients presented C. albicans more frequently (p < 0.0001). In this study, long-term T2DM patients carried C. albicans in their root canals more frequently when having a primary endodontic infection. Furthermore, this C. albicans presence seems to be related to a higher frequency of apical periodontitis.
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- Rocio De la Torre-Luna
- Laboratorio de Investigación Odontológica Multidisciplinaria. Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Clavel #200, Prados de La Capilla, 76176, Santiago de Queretaro, QRO, México.,Endodontic Specialization Program, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Santiago de Queretaro, México
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- Laboratorio de Investigación Odontológica Multidisciplinaria. Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Clavel #200, Prados de La Capilla, 76176, Santiago de Queretaro, QRO, México. .,Endodontic Specialization Program, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Santiago de Queretaro, México.
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- División de Estudios de Posgrado de la Facultad de Ciencias Médicas y Biológicas "Dr. Ignacio Chávez", Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia, Michoacán, México
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- Departamento de Investigación de la Maestría en Ciencias Odontológicas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosi, México
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- Centro Universitario de Estudios de Posgrado e Investigación, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia, México
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- Laboratorio de Investigación Odontológica Multidisciplinaria. Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Clavel #200, Prados de La Capilla, 76176, Santiago de Queretaro, QRO, México.,Endodontic Specialization Program, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Santiago de Queretaro, México
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- División de Estudios de Posgrado de la Facultad de Ciencias Médicas y Biológicas "Dr. Ignacio Chávez", Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia, Michoacán, México
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Inspection of the Microbiota in Endodontic Lesions. Dent J (Basel) 2019; 7:dj7020047. [PMID: 31052361 PMCID: PMC6630690 DOI: 10.3390/dj7020047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2019] [Revised: 03/23/2019] [Accepted: 04/09/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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The primary objective of endodontic therapy is to create a biologically acceptable environment within the root canal system that allows for the healing and maintenance of the health of the peri-radicular tissue. Bacteria are one of the main causes of pulp problems, and they have different methods of penetrating and invading the endodontic space such as through carious lesions, traumatic pulp exposures, and fractures. The types of bacteria found range from facultative anaerobes to aerobes, up to the most resistant species able to survive in nutrient-free environments; the bacterial species Enterococcus faecalis belongs to this last group. Enterococcus faecalis is considered one of the main causes of recurring apical periodontal lesions following endodontic treatment, with persistent lesions occurring even after re-treatment. The review presented in this paper was performed in accordance with the PRISMA protocol and covers articles from the related scientific literature that were sourced from PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar using the following terms as keywords: “endodontic treatment”, “endodontic bacteria”, “microbial endodontic”, and “endodontic failure”. Only the articles considered most relevant for the purposes of this paper were read in full and taken into consideration for the following review. The results show that Enterococcus faecalis, Actinomycetes, and Propionibacterium propionicum are the species most frequently involved in persistent radicular and extra-radicular infections.
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Ramirez T, Shrestha A, Kishen A. Inflammatory potential of monospecies biofilm matrix components. Int Endod J 2019; 52:1020-1027. [PMID: 30719720 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2018] [Accepted: 01/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM To assess the inflammatory potential of biofilm matrix constituents of Enterococcus faecalis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa monospecies biofilms on macrophages. METHODOLOGY In vitro biofilms of E. faecalis and P. aeruginosa were grown (7 days) in aerobic and anaerobic conditions. The biofilm matrix components: exopolysaccharides (EPS) and extracellular DNA (eDNA) were extracted and quantified. The inflammatory potential of EPS and eDNA was assessed on macrophage cell lines (RAW 267.4) using nitric oxide (NO), and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for tumour necrosis factor (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) expressions. LPS from P. aeruginosa and planktonic bacteria were positive controls. One-way analysis of variance and the Tukey post hoc test were used for statistical analysis. RESULTS Extracted EPS from both biofilm strains was associated with higher levels than eDNA in both growth conditions (P < 0.05). The biofilm components had less inflammatory potential compared to planktonic bacteria and LPS. EPS produced higher levels of inflammatory response compared to eDNA for both strains (P < 0.05). IL-6 and TNF-α, and NO expression showed no difference for E. faecalis EPS (P ≥ 0.05). In contrast, P. aeruginosa EPS and eDNA had significant levels of IL-6 compared to TNF-α and NO (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Monospecies biofilm matrix EPS and eDNA from the bacterial strains tested had the ability to induce a low-grade inflammatory response when compared to planktonic bacteria and LPS. This study highlights the potential of biofilm matrix/components, devoid of bacteria to induce low-grade chronic inflammation.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Universidad de Costa Rica, San José, Costa Rica
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Swimberghe RCD, Coenye T, De Moor RJG, Meire MA. Biofilm model systems for root canal disinfection: a literature review. Int Endod J 2018; 52:604-628. [PMID: 30488449 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2018] [Accepted: 11/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The aim of this review was to present an overview of laboratory root canal biofilm model systems described in the endodontic literature and to critically appraise the various factors that constitute these models. The electronic databases MEDLINE, Web of Science and EMBASE were searched up to and including December 2016 to identify laboratory studies using endodontic biofilm models. The following search terms were used in various combinations: biofilm, root canal, in vitro, endodontic, bacteria, root canal infection model, colony-forming unit. Only English papers from journals with an impact factor were selected. The records were screened by two reviewers, and full-text articles were assessed according to pre-defined criteria. The following data were extracted from the included studies: the microbial composition of the biofilm, the substrate, growth conditions, validation and quantification. Seventy-seven articles met the inclusion criteria. In the majority (86%) of the studies, a monospecies biofilm was cultured. In two studies, a dual-species biofilm was grown; others cultivated a multispecies biofilm, containing at least three species. Enterococcus faecalis was the most frequently used test species (in 79% of all studies, 92% of the monospecies studies). Four studies used an inoculum derived directly from the oral cavity. Human dentine was the most frequently used substratum (88% of the studies). Incubation times differed considerably, ranging from one to seventy days. The most common quantification method (in 87% of the studies) was bacterial culturing, followed by microscopy techniques. The variation in laboratory root canal biofilm model systems is notable. Because of substantial variation in experimental parameters, it is difficult to compare results between studies. This demonstrates the need for a more standardized approach and a validated endodontic biofilm model.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry & Endodontology, Dental School, Ghent University, Gent, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Ghent University, Gent, Belgium
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry & Endodontology, Dental School, Ghent University, Gent, Belgium
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry & Endodontology, Dental School, Ghent University, Gent, Belgium
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Prevalence of Candida Species in Endodontic Infections: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Endod 2018; 44:1616-1625.e9. [PMID: 30241680 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2018.07.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2018] [Revised: 07/16/2018] [Accepted: 07/19/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Candida in endodontic infections has been investigated in a large number of studies, but its role as an endodontic pathogen is still debatable. The aim of this study was to systematically review the literature on the prevalence of Candida species in root canal infections. METHODS Extensive literature research was performed in the most important electronic biomedical databases, and additional studies have been identified from references from relevant articles. Studies were critically appraised using a modified version of the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist. RESULTS From 2225 unique records, 2118 were excluded on the basis of title and abstract. Of the remaining 107 studies, 50 were excluded after full-text review, and 57 were included for qualitative and quantitative analysis. The overall prevalence of Candida spp. in root canal infections was 8.20% (95% confidence interval, 5.56%-11.21%). Candida albicans was the most frequently isolated species. Significant heterogeneity among studies was observed (P < .001, I2 = 86.07%). Subgroup analyses revealed a higher prevalence of Candida spp. from African samples. All studies considered, a high or unclear risk of bias was prevalent regarding 6 out of the 8 items considered in the critical appraisal. CONCLUSIONS Candida spp. occurred in a small proportion of root canal infections. Further and better designed research is needed to investigate the real contribution of Candida spp. to the microbial ecology in infected root canals.
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Triches TC, Zimmermann GS, de Freitas SFT, Ximenes M, Vieira RS, Cordeiro MMR. Efficacy of a single session protocol for endodontic treatment in primary teeth: in vivo study. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2018; 19:47-55. [DOI: 10.1007/s40368-018-0325-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2017] [Accepted: 01/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Cardoso FGDR, Chung A, Martinho FC, Camargo CHR, Carvalho CAT, Gomes BPFDA, Valera MC. Investigation of Bacterial Contents From Persistent Endodontic Infection and Evaluation of Their Inflammatory Potential. Braz Dent J 2017; 27:412-8. [PMID: 27652703 DOI: 10.1590/0103-6440201600520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2015] [Accepted: 05/03/2016] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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This clinical study investigated and quantified cultivable bacteria and their levels of endotoxins in persistent endodontic infection, determining their antigenicity against macrophages and fibroblast cells by IL-1β and TNF-α secretion and evaluating their relationship with clinical and radiographic features. Samples from the root canals were obtained after root filling removal. Culture techniques were used to determine the bacterial count and the endotoxins were determined by LAL-assay. PCR analysis (16S rDNA) was used for bacterial detection. Raw 264.5 macrophages and V79 fibroblast were stimulated with endodontic contents. ELISA assay measured the amounts of IL-1ß/TNF-?#61537; secretion. Bacteria and endotoxin medians were 1.24x105 CFU/mL and 9.62 EU/mL, respectively. Porphyromonas endodontalis was the most frequently detected species. Higher levels of endotoxins were found in teeth with pain on palpation (23.56 EU/mL) rather than in its absence (8.21 EU/mL). Larger areas of bone destruction were related to higher levels of endotoxins and IL-1β and TNF-α secretion. The study findings revealed the presence of Gram-negative bacteria species in persistent endodontic infection, with their endotoxins related to both severity of bone destruction and development of symptomatology. Moreover, larger areas of bone destruction were related to higher levels of IL-1β and TNF-α secreted by macrophages and fibroblast cells.
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- Flávia Goulart da Rosa Cardoso
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontic Division, Institute of Science and Technology, UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil.,Department of Odontology, Endodontic Division, UNITAU - Universidade de Taubaté, Taubaté, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontic Division, Institute of Science and Technology, UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontic Division, Institute of Science and Technology, UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontic Division, Institute of Science and Technology, UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontic Division, Institute of Science and Technology, UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontic Division, Institute of Science and Technology, UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista, São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil
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Persoon IF, Crielaard W, Özok AR. Prevalence and nature of fungi in root canal infections: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Endod J 2017; 50:1055-1066. [PMID: 27987307 DOI: 10.1111/iej.12730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2016] [Accepted: 11/28/2016] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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The role of bacteria in causing apical periodontitis has been widely established, whilst the role of other microorganisms is studied less thoroughly. This systematic review and meta-analysis reviewed the literature for the prevalence and diversity of fungi in root canal infections. An extensive literature search was carried out in the Cochrane databases, EMBASE, MEDLINE, LILACS, SciELO and Web of Science. Additional studies were identified from six endodontic journals, four main endodontic textbooks and references of relevant papers. Selected clinical studies included sampling of necrotic pulps in permanent teeth and microbial analysis of these samples. Studies were critically appraised using the Joanna Briggs Institute Prevalence Critical Appraisal Checklist. Meta-analysis was performed using MetaXL. The screening of 1041 titles and abstracts and full-text reading yielded 54 studies. The overall prevalence of fungi in root canal infections was 7.5% (CI 95%: 3.6-11.8%) in the inverse variance fixed effect heterogeneity model. Candida albicans was the most frequently isolated species. Significant heterogeneity was observed (P < 0.001, I2 = 85.04%). Subgroup analyses based on geographical location, period of publication, type of infection, state of general health, communication with the oral cavity, type of sample and identification method revealed no factor influencing the prevalence. Better standardized techniques and a comprehensive analysis will reveal a more detailed and accurate representation of the prevalence and nature of fungi in root canal infections.
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- Department of Preventive Dentistry, University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Preventive Dentistry, University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Endodontology, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Gao Y, Jiang X, Lin D, Chen Y, Tong Z. The Starvation Resistance and Biofilm Formation of Enterococcus faecalis in Coexistence with Candida albicans, Streptococcus gordonii, Actinomyces viscosus, or Lactobacillus acidophilus. J Endod 2016; 42:1233-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2016.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2016] [Revised: 05/06/2016] [Accepted: 05/06/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Pandey V, Choudhary I, Kumar V, Tripathi P, Misra A, Bagde H. Assessment of Correlation between Clinical Parameters and Pulp Canal Pathogens in Endodontic Pathologies: A Microbiological Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2016; 17:654-658. [PMID: 27659083 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-1907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Success and failure of root canal therapy is largely dependent on the clinician and the patient. Once the tooth is restored into its functional and esthetic place, the root canal therapy is considered to be complete. It is a well-known fact that root canal space acts as a rich reservoir for microorganisms. Past studies show that root canal harbors an array of different microorganisms. Streptococcus mitis and Enterococcus faecalis have been found to be the most prevalent microorganisms isolated from the infected pulp canal space. Hence, we evaluated the association of endodontic signs and symptoms with root canal pathogens. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 120 patients were selected for the study and divided broadly into two groups: Group I containing patients with primary infection and group II containing patients in which retreatment was required. Both groups contained 60 patients each. Clinical parameters recorded for the study are pain, tenderness on percussion, swelling, periapical radiolucency on radiographic analysis, caries, sinus formation, and tooth mobility. After assessment, opening, and initial filing, sterile paper points were inserted into the root canal space for collection of microbiological sample, which was further send to laboratory for cultural analysis. All the results were analyzed by Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Student's t-test and Fisher's exact test were used to evaluate the level of significance. RESULTS While comparing the mean age of the patients in the two groups, no significant association was seen. Statistically significant results were obtained while comparing the association between pain and S. mitis. Positive correlation was seen on comparing the association between tenderness on percussion and E. faecalis. Also, a positive association was seen between periapical radiolucency and S. mitis. CONCLUSION Strong positive correlation exists between S. mitis and E. faecalis and endodontic signs and symptoms. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Sound knowledge regarding the association of microbes of root canal and specific endodontic signs and symptoms could help therapeutic management of root canal infections effectively.
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- Vinisha Pandey
- Reader, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Institute of Dental Studies and Technology, Modinagar Uttar Pradesh, India, Phone: +919648886633, e-mail:
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- Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Studies and Technology, Modinagar, Uttar Pradesh India
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- Department of Periodontology and Implantology, Government of India, Delhi, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Institute of Dental Education & Advance Studies, Gwalior Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of Dentistry, Government Medical College Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Periodontics, New Horizon Dental College & Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
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Shrestha A, Cordova M, Kishen A. Photoactivated polycationic bioactive chitosan nanoparticles inactivate bacterial endotoxins. J Endod 2015; 41:686-91. [PMID: 25637193 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2014.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2014] [Revised: 12/01/2014] [Accepted: 12/07/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The current root canal disinfection protocols fail to markedly inactivate bacterial endotoxins from infected root dentin. This study aimed to evaluate the ability of antibacterial photodynamic therapy with chitosan-conjugated rose bengal nanoparticles (CSRBnps) to selectively inactivate endotoxins/lipopolysaccharides (LPSs). METHODS Antimicrobial agents such as calcium hydroxide (Ca[OH]2), chitosan nanoparticles (CSnps), CSRBnps, and methylene blue (MB) were assessed for their ability to neutralize LPSs obtained from Pseudomonas aeruginosa in a time-dependent interaction with/without photoactivation (20 and 40 J/cm(2)). The inflammatory potential of the treated/untreated LPSs was assessed on macrophage cells (RAW 267.4) using nitric oxide- and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (tumor necrosis factor α and interleukin-6 expression)-based analysis. These antimicrobials were tested directly on macrophage cells for cytotoxicity using the mitochondrial activity assay and light microscopy. The data were analyzed using 1-way analysis of variance and the Tukey test. RESULTS CSnps were least effective in LPS inactivation. Interluekin-6 expression was reduced only with CSRBnp treatment. CSnps and CSRBnps were completely nontoxic, and MB showed slight toxicity to macrophage cells. Ca(OH)2 was highly cytotoxic (P < .005) even at 30 minutes of exposure. CSRBnps and MB with/without photoactivation significantly inactivated LPSs with reduced nitric oxide and tumor necrosis factor α expression (P < .05). Cell death and detachment after Ca(OH)2 treatment resulted in complete absence of all 3 inflammatory markers. CONCLUSIONS Photodynamically activated CSRBnps caused significant inactivation of endotoxins and the subsequent reduction of all tested inflammatory markers from activated macrophages. Antimicrobial CSRBnps in combination with photodynamic therapy showed the potential to effectively inactivate bacterial endotoxins.
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- Annie Shrestha
- Discipline of Endodontics, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Dental Research Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Discipline of Endodontics, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Martinho FC, Freitas LF, Nascimento GG, Fernandes AM, Leite FRM, Gomes APM, Camões ICG. Endodontic retreatment: clinical comparison of reciprocating systems versus rotary system in disinfecting root canals. Clin Oral Investig 2014; 19:1411-7. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-014-1360-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2014] [Accepted: 11/13/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Microbial Diversity in Persistent Root Canal Infections Investigated by Checkerboard DNA-DNA Hybridization. J Endod 2014; 40:899-906. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2014.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2013] [Revised: 02/05/2014] [Accepted: 02/11/2014] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Siqueira JF, Rôças IN. Present status and future directions in endodontic microbiology. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.1111/etp.12060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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New Bacterial Composition in Primary and Persistent/Secondary Endodontic Infections with Respect to Clinical and Radiographic Findings. J Endod 2014; 40:670-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2013.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2013] [Revised: 09/13/2013] [Accepted: 10/07/2013] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Ercan E, Dalli M, Yavuz İ, Özekinci T. Investigation of Microorganisms in Infected Dental Root Canals. BIOTECHNOL BIOTEC EQ 2014. [DOI: 10.1080/13102818.2006.10817361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Karygianni L, Anderson AC, Tennert C, Kollmar K, Altenburger MJ, Hellwig E, Al-Ahmad A. Supplementary sampling of obturation materials enhances microbial analysis of endodontic treatment failures: a proof of principle study. Clin Oral Investig 2014; 19:319-27. [PMID: 24677170 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-014-1231-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2013] [Accepted: 03/14/2014] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Root canal treatment failures often correlate with persistent biomaterial-associated endodontic infections. The aim of the present study was to assess the impact of endodontic obturation material sampling from root canals with posttreatment apical periodontitis on improving standard study protocols. MATERIALS AND METHODS Samples from previously filled root canals and their corresponding endodontic filling materials were obtained from five root-filled teeth with posttreatment periradicular lesions. After cultivation, the isolated microorganisms were quantified and biochemically identified. Moreover, clone libraries were constructed after the amplification of bacterial 16S ribosomal DNA (rDNA) from the same samples. DNA from selected clones was sequenced to identify microbial species. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) aided visualization of the detected bacteria. RESULTS Overall, 22 taxa of the phyla Firmicutes, Actinobacteria, and Bacteroidetes were detected in both obturation and root canal samples by culture-dependent and culture-independent methods. Root canal fillings sheltered 17 species (3.30-7.50 × 10(3) CFU/ml). Of these, nine were detected solely in the retrieved obturation materials. The reinfected root canals harbored 13 taxa (3.48-7.36 × 10(3) CFU/ml). Obligate and facultative anaerobic bacteria prevailed. The number of different species ranged from 1 to 5 within a single sample. Fungi were not detected. CONCLUSIONS Bacteria can colonize both root canals and endodontic fillings in vivo. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Integrating the sampling of obturation materials with standard root canal sample collection offers a clearer insight into the actual microbial flora of reinfected root canals and improves the study protocols of secondary/persistent endodontic infections.
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Center for Dental Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Straße 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany
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Al-Ahmad A, Ameen H, Pelz K, Karygianni L, Wittmer A, Anderson AC, Spitzmüller B, Hellwig E. Antibiotic Resistance and Capacity for Biofilm Formation of Different Bacteria Isolated from Endodontic Infections Associated with Root-filled Teeth. J Endod 2014; 40:223-30. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2013.07.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2013] [Revised: 07/30/2013] [Accepted: 07/30/2013] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Anderson AC, Al-Ahmad A, Elamin F, Jonas D, Mirghani Y, Schilhabel M, Karygianni L, Hellwig E, Rehman A. Comparison of the bacterial composition and structure in symptomatic and asymptomatic endodontic infections associated with root-filled teeth using pyrosequencing. PLoS One 2013; 8:e84960. [PMID: 24386438 PMCID: PMC3875544 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0084960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2013] [Accepted: 11/20/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Residual microorganisms and/or re-infections are a major cause for root canal therapy failure. Understanding of the bacterial content could improve treatment protocols. Fifty samples from 25 symptomatic and 25 asymptomatic previously root-filled teeth were collected from Sudanese patients with periradicular lesions. Amplified 16S rRNA gene (V1-V2) variable regions were subjected to pyrosequencing (FLX 454) to determine the bacterial profile. Obtained quality-controlled sequences from forty samples were classified into 741 operational taxonomic units (OTUs) at 3% dissimilarity, 525 at 5% dissimilarity and 297 at 10% dissimilarity, approximately corresponding to species-, genus- and class levels. The most abundant phyla were: Firmicutes (29.9%), Proteobacteria (26.1%), Actinobacteria (22.72%), Bacteroidetes (13.31%) and Fusobacteria (4.55%). Symptomatic patients had more Firmicutes and Fusobacteria than asymptomatic patients, while asymptomatic patients showed more Proteobacteria and Actinobacteria. Interaction of disease status and age was observed by two-way ANOSIM. Canonical correspondence analysis for age, tooth restoration and disease status showed a correlation of disease status with the composition and prevalence of different members of the microbial community. The pyrosequencing analysis revealed a distinctly higher diversity of the microbiota compared to earlier reports. The comparison of symptomatic and asymptomatic patients showed a clear association of the composition of the bacterial community with the presence and absence of symptoms in conjunction with the patients’ age.
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Khartoum Center for Research and Medical Training, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Institute of Environmental Medicine and Hospital Hygiene, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Khartoum Center for Research and Medical Training, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Institute of Clinical Molecular Biology, Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Institute of Environmental Medicine and Hospital Hygiene, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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Mestres G, Abdolhosseini M, Bowles W, Huang SH, Aparicio C, Gorr SU, Ginebra MP. Antimicrobial properties and dentin bonding strength of magnesium phosphate cements. Acta Biomater 2013; 9:8384-93. [PMID: 23747324 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2013.05.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2013] [Revised: 05/26/2013] [Accepted: 05/28/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The main objective of this work was to assess the antimicrobial properties and the dentin-bonding strength of novel magnesium phosphate cements (MPC). Three formulations of MPC, consisting of magnesium oxide and a phosphate salt, NH4H2PO4, NaH2PO4 or a mixture of both, were evaluated. As a result of the setting reaction, MPC transformed into either struvite (MgNH4PO4·6H2O) when NH4H2PO4 was used or an amorphous magnesium sodium phosphate when NaH2PO4 was used. The MPC had appropriate setting times for hard tissue applications, high early compressive strengths and higher strength of bonding to dentin than commercial mineral trioxide aggregate cement. Bacteriological studies were performed with fresh and aged cements against three bacterial strains, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (planktonic and in biofilm) and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans. These bacteria have been associated with infected implants, as well as other frequent hard tissue related infections. Extracts of different compositions of MPC had bactericidal or bacteriostatic properties against the three bacterial strains tested. This was associated mainly with a synergistic effect between the high osmolarity and alkaline pH of the MPC. These intrinsic antimicrobial properties make MPC preferential candidates for applications in dentistry, such as root fillers, pulp capping agents and cavity liners.
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- Biomaterials, Biomechanics and Tissue Engineering Group, Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy, Technical University of Catalonia, Av. Diagonal 647, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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Microbial Analysis in Primary and Persistent Endodontic Infections by Using Pyrosequencing. J Endod 2013; 39:1136-40. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2013.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2012] [Revised: 05/23/2013] [Accepted: 05/30/2013] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Poptani B, Sharaff M, Archana G, Parekh V. Detection of Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans in previously root-filled teeth in a population of Gujarat with polymerase chain reaction. Contemp Clin Dent 2013; 4:62-6. [PMID: 23853454 PMCID: PMC3703696 DOI: 10.4103/0976-237x.111622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Micro-organisms are the primary causative agents of endodontic infections. Phenotype based procedures for bacterial identification has certain drawbacks especially, when investigating the microbiota of root-filled teeth. Thus, more sensitive methods like Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) can provide results that are more accurate and reliable for the microbial prevalence in the root filled teeth. AIM In this study, we have investigated twenty symptomatic root-filled teeth with chronic apical periodontitis for the prevalence of Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans in the root filled teeth associated with symptomatic cases with or without periradicular lesions. MATERIALS AND METHODS Microbiological samples were taken from the canals immediately after removal of previous gutta percha cones using aseptic techniques. After removal of root canal filling, samples were obtained with paper points placed in the canal. Paper points were transferred to a cryotube containing "Tris EDTA" buffer and immediately frozen at -20°C. RESULTS By PCR amplification of the samples using taxon specific primers, E. faecalis was found to be prevalent species, detected in 65% of the cases and C. albicans was detected in 35% of cases. CONCLUSION The results of the study shows that geographical influence and dietary factors might have some role to play in the prevalence of the species like C. albicans and presence of E. faecalis confirming the assertion of previous culture-dependent and independent approaches for the microbiological survey of root filled teeth.
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- Bruhvi Poptani
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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Phee A, Bondy-Denomy J, Kishen A, Basrani B, Azarpazhooh A, Maxwell K. Efficacy of bacteriophage treatment on Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms. J Endod 2012; 39:364-9. [PMID: 23402508 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2012.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2012] [Revised: 10/08/2012] [Accepted: 10/18/2012] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Bacterial viruses (phages) have been used successfully in the treatment of animal and human bacterial infections. This study examined the potential use of phage therapy against Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain PA14 biofilms in a root canal model. METHODS Part 1: The 24-hour and 96-hour PA14 biofilms grown in microplates were treated with phages identified as possessing potential biofilm-degrading activities, and the post-treatment bacterial biomass was quantified by using crystal violet staining. Part 2: The 24-hour and 96-hour PA14 biofilms grown in prepared root canals of extracted human mandibular incisors were treated with phages identified with potential biofilm-degrading activities. Post-treatment intracanal samples were taken by using paper points and round burs to assess phage and bacterial counts. RESULTS Part 1: We identified 2 phages (JBD4 and JBD44a) with putative biofilm-degrading activities. Treatment of PA14 biofilms with these phages produced a significant reduction in the mean percentage of biomass in 24-hour (P< .05) and 96-hour (P= .08) biofilms. Part 2: In 24-hour and 96-hour PA14 biofilms in a root canal model, no significant difference was found in the number of colony-forming units after phage treatment (P> .05). CONCLUSIONS Phage application significantly reduced the biomass of 24-hour and 96-hour PA14 biofilms grown on microplates but did not produce significant reduction of 24-hour or 96-hour PA14 biofilms grown in the extracted tooth model.
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- Alysen Phee
- Discipline of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Anderson AC, Hellwig E, Vespermann R, Wittmer A, Schmid M, Karygianni L, Al-Ahmad A. Comprehensive analysis of secondary dental root canal infections: a combination of culture and culture-independent approaches reveals new insights. PLoS One 2012; 7:e49576. [PMID: 23152922 PMCID: PMC3495864 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0049576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2012] [Accepted: 10/10/2012] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Persistence of microorganisms or reinfections are the main reasons for failure of root canal therapy. Very few studies to date have included culture-independent methods to assess the microbiota, including non-cultivable microorganisms. The aim of this study was to combine culture methods with culture-independent cloning methods to analyze the microbial flora of root-filled teeth with periradicular lesions. Twenty-one samples from previously root-filled teeth were collected from patients with periradicular lesions. Microorganisms were cultivated, isolated and biochemically identified. In addition, ribosomal DNA of bacteria, fungi and archaea derived from the same samples was amplified and the PCR products were used to construct clone libraries. DNA of selected clones was sequenced and microbial species were identified, comparing the sequences with public databases. Microorganisms were found in 12 samples with culture-dependent and -independent methods combined. The number of bacterial species ranged from 1 to 12 in one sample. The majority of the 26 taxa belonged to the phylum Firmicutes (14 taxa), followed by Actinobacteria, Proteobacteria and Bacteroidetes. One sample was positive for fungi, and archaea could not be detected. The results obtained with both methods differed. The cloning technique detected several as-yet-uncultivated taxa. Using a combination of both methods 13 taxa were detected that had not been found in root-filled teeth so far. Enterococcus faecalis was only detected in two samples using culture methods. Combining the culture-dependent and –independent approaches revealed new candidate endodontic pathogens and a high diversity of the microbial flora in root-filled teeth with periradicular lesions. Both methods yielded differing results, emphasizing the benefit of combined methods for the detection of the actual microbial diversity in apical periodontitis.
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- Annette Carola Anderson
- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Hygiene and Microbiology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Michael Schmid, Research Unit Microbe-Plant Interactions, Helmholtz Zentrum München, German Research Center for Environmental Health, Neuherberg, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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Endo MS, Martinho FC, Zaia AA, Ferraz CCR, Almeida JFA, Gomes BPFA. Quantification of cultivable bacteria and endotoxin in post-treatment apical periodontitis before and after chemo-mechanical preparation. Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis 2012; 31:2575-83. [DOI: 10.1007/s10096-012-1598-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2011] [Accepted: 02/29/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Ito Y, Sato T, Yamaki K, Mayanagi G, Hashimoto K, Shimauchi H, Takahashi N. Microflora profiling of infected root canal before and after treatment using culture-independent methods. J Microbiol 2012; 50:58-62. [PMID: 22367938 DOI: 10.1007/s12275-012-0459-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2010] [Accepted: 10/12/2011] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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This study aimed to profile the microflora in infected root canals before and after root canal treatment using culture-independent methods. Six infected root canals in single-rooted teeth with periapical lesions from five subjects were included. Quantification of total bacteria was performed by real-time PCR with primers targeting 16S rRNA genes. PCR products with universal 16S rRNA gene primers were cloned and partially sequenced, and bacterial identification at the species level was performed by comparative analysis with the GenBank database. The concentration of extracted DNA before treatment was higher than that after root canal treatment, although the difference was not statistically significant. Sequence analysis revealed that oral bacteria such as Fusobacterium, Streptococcus, Olsenella, and Pseudoramibacter detected in cases before root canal treatment disappeared after treatment. These results suggest that the root canal microflora are distinct before and after root canal treatment, and that treatment changes the microflora in both quantity and quality.
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- Yasuhiro Ito
- Division of Periodontology and Endodontology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry, Sendai, 980-8575, Japan
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Senges C, Wrbas KT, Altenburger M, Follo M, Spitzmüller B, Wittmer A, Hellwig E, Al-Ahmad A. Bacterial and Candida albicans adhesion on different root canal filling materials and sealers. J Endod 2011; 37:1247-52. [PMID: 21846541 DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2011.05.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2011] [Revised: 05/27/2011] [Accepted: 05/31/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Microbial adhesion and subsequent biofilm formation on endodontic root canal filling materials and sealers lead to survival of microorganisms in treated root canals and subsequently to endodontic treatment failures. The present study focused on initial microbial adhesion to different endodontic filling materials. METHODS The following endodontic biomaterials were tested: AH-Plus, Tubli Seal, gutta-percha, Real Seal SE, EndoREZ, Apexit Plus, GuttaFlow, and dentin. Samples of each material were prepared. Bovine dentin samples were used as a control. The initial adhesions of salivary bacteria as well as the subsequent single species were quantified by determination of colony-forming units (CFUs) and visualized by scanning electron microscopy and confocal microscopy (CLSM): Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus sanguis, Candida albicans, and Prevotella nigrescens. RESULTS Initially adherent microorganisms could be detected and microscopically visualized on each of the materials tested. Considering the values of the CFUs and the covering grade as detected by CLSM, there were significant differences among the materials. Fewer bacteria tended to adhere to Apexit Plus, whereas Real Seal SE and the widely used gutta-percha showed the highest number of adherent bacteria. This tendency was not detected for C. albicans. CONCLUSIONS Endodontic microorganisms have a high affinity to root canal filling materials and sealers, especially to gutta-percha. Because of this high level of bacterial adhesion, subsequent biofilm formation on these materials could be suggested as leading to the persistence of microorganisms in root canals.
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- Christian Senges
- Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Albert-Ludwigs-University, Freiburg, Germany
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FIGDOR DAVID, GULABIVALA KISHOR. Survival against the odds: microbiology of root canals associated with post-treatment disease. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-1546.2011.00259.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Richards D, Davies JK, Figdor D. Starvation survival and recovery in serum of Candida albicans compared with Enterococcus faecalis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 110:125-30. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2010.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2010] [Revised: 03/06/2010] [Accepted: 03/09/2010] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Fujii R, Saito Y, Tokura Y, Nakagawa KI, Okuda K, Ishihara K. Characterization of bacterial flora in persistent apical periodontitis lesions. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 24:502-5. [PMID: 19832803 DOI: 10.1111/j.1399-302x.2009.00534.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Microorganisms are able to survive and induce persistent infection in periapical tissues. The aim of this study was to investigate the composition of the microflora of persistent apical periodontitis lesions. METHODS Twenty apical lesion samples were obtained from 20 patients with chronic apical periodontitis by root end surgery and processed using aerobic or anaerobic culture techniques. All isolated strains were identified by 16S ribosomal DNA sequence analysis. RESULTS Seventy-four strains were isolated, belonging to 31 bacterial species obtained from the 20 apical lesions that were isolated. The majority of the strains were facultative anaerobes (51.6%). Propionibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Fusobacterium nucleatum were isolated from 16.2, 9.5, 6.8 and 5.4% of the samples, respectively. Fifteen samples harboured more than one species. The predominant association was P. acnes, S. epidermidis and F. nucleatum. CONCLUSION The microbiota of persistent apical periodontitis lesions is composed by diverse types of microorganisms with biofilm-forming capacity, including P. acnes, S. epidermidis and F. nucleatum.
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- R Fujii
- Department of Endodontics, Pulp and Periapical Biology, Tokyo Dental College, Chiba, Japan
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Although fungi, archaea, and viruses contribute to the microbial diversity in endodontic infections, bacteria are the most common micro-organisms occurring in these infections. Datasets from culture and molecular studies, integrated here for the first time, showed that over 460 unique bacterial taxa belonging to 100 genera and 9 phyla have been identified in different types of endodontic infections. The phyla with the highest species richness were Firmicutes, Bacteroidetes, Actinobacteria, and Proteobacteria. Diversity varies significantly according to the type of infection. Overall, more taxa have been disclosed by molecular studies than by culture. Many cultivable and as-yet-uncultivated phylotypes have emerged as candidate pathogens based on detection in several studies and/or high prevalence. Now that a comprehensive inventory of the endodontic microbial taxa has been established, future research should focus on the association with different disease conditions, functional roles in the community, and susceptibility to antimicrobial treatment procedures.
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- J F Siqueira
- Department of Endodontics and Molecular Microbiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Estácio de Sá University, Av. Alfredo Baltazar da Silveira, 580/cobertura, Recreio, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.
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Miranda TT, Vianna CR, Rodrigues L, Monteiro AS, Rosa CA, Corrêa A. Diversity and frequency of yeasts from the dorsum of the tongue and necrotic root canals associated with primary apical periodontitis. Int Endod J 2009; 42:839-44. [PMID: 19712195 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2591.2009.01601.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- T T Miranda
- Departamento de Microbiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, MG, Brazil.
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Siqueira JF, Rôças IN. Distinctive features of the microbiota associated with different forms of apical periodontitis. J Oral Microbiol 2009; 1. [PMID: 21523208 PMCID: PMC3077003 DOI: 10.3402/jom.v1i0.2009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2009] [Revised: 07/08/2009] [Accepted: 07/09/2009] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Microorganisms infecting the dental root canal system play an unequivocal role as causative agents of apical periodontitis. Although fungi, archaea, and viruses have been found in association with some forms of apical periodontitis, bacteria are the main microbial etiologic agents of this disease. Bacteria colonizing the root canal are usually organized in communities similar to biofilm structures. Culture and molecular biology technologies have demonstrated that the endodontic bacterial communities vary in species richness and abundance depending on the different types of infection and different forms of apical periodontitis. This review paper highlights the distinctive features of the endodontic microbiota associated with diverse clinical conditions.
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- José F Siqueira
- Department of Endodontics and Molecular Microbiology Laboratory, School of Dentistry, Estácio de Sá University, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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