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Mapar M, Gholizadeh S, Moalemnia M. Effects of Two Remineralizing Agents in Combination with Er:YAG and CO 2 Laser Irradiation on Microhardness of Demineralized Enamel: A Preliminary In Vitro Study. Front Dent 2024; 21:11. [PMID: 38742220 PMCID: PMC11089429 DOI: 10.18502/fid.v21i11.15223] [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: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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Objectives: This study assessed the effects of two remineralizing agents namely MI Paste Plus containing casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium phosphate fluoride (CPP-ACFP) and Remin Pro containing hydroxyapatite, fluoride and xylitol (HFX) with/without erbium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet (Er:YAG) and CO2 laser irradiation on demineralized enamel microhardness. Materials and Methods: In this in vitro study, 70 sound human premolars were mesiodistally sectioned, demineralized at a pH of 4.6 for 8 hours, and randomly divided into 7 remineralization groups (n=10): of (I) MI Paste Plus (CPP-ACFP), (II) Remin Pro (HFX), (III) MI Paste Plus+CO2 laser (0.7 W power, 50 Hz), (IV) Remin Pro+CO2 laser, (V) MI Paste Plus+Er:YAG laser (1 W power, 10 Hz), (VI) Remin Pro+Er:YAG laser, and (VII) negative control. The Vickers hardness number of specimens was then measured. The groups were compared by one-way ANOVA and Tukey's test (α=0.05). Results: The mean microhardness was 319.8±49.9, 325.3±44.6, 359.4±35.7, 296.4±33.7, 319.9±58.1, 358.9±28.4, and 240.0±41.6 kg/mm2 in groups 1 to 7, respectively. The difference in microhardness was significant among the groups (P<0.0001). Pairwise comparisons revealed significant differences in microhardness between all groups (P≤0.03) except between groups 1 and 2, 1 and 5, 2 and 5, and 3 and 6 (P>0.05). Conclusion: Both Remin Pro (containing HFX) and MI Paste Plus (containing CPP-ACFP) can cause enamel remineralization. MI Paste Plus+CO2 laser irradiation and Remin Pro+Er:YAG laser irradiation were significantly more effective than the application of each remineralizing agent alone.
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- Mehran Mapar
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Khorasgan Islamic Azad Dental School, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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Morad YO, El Shishiny SA, Hindi RI, El Sheshiny AA, Samy AM. Efficacy of different remineralizing agents on primary teeth exposed to therapeutic gamma radiation: An in vitro randomized control study. Saudi Dent J 2024; 36:315-320. [PMID: 38420007 PMCID: PMC10897604 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2023.11.009] [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: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Background Therapeutic radiation-induced caries is a major side effect. Dental and oral heath are adversely affected by the direct effects of radiotherapy. Preventive procedures are preferred to reinforce dental tissue resistance against radiation damage. Objective Research aim is to test the impact of different remineralizing protocols on the mineral content of deciduous enamel exposed to a therapeutic dose of gamma radiation. Methods Thirty deciduous enamel specimens were divided randomly into three experimental categories based on the type of remineralizing agent used. Group I (gamma irradiated teeth, then painted with fluoride varnish), Group II (gamma irradiated teeth, then treated with bioactive glass) and Group III (gamma irradiated teeth, and then treated with a diode laser 980 nm). Prepared specimens were assessed for mineral content by environmental Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis. SEM photomicrographs were performed simultaneously. Results were investigated concerning pre- and post-irradiation values difference. The paired-samples t-test was performed to compare the atomic and weight percentages of the selected elements obtained from the samples in the control groups before and after therapeutic radiation. One-way analysis of variance and post hoc Tukey tests were used to compare between the categories regarding weight and atomic percentages. Results Calcium/Phosphorus (Ca/P) ratio and Fluoride content decreased significantly after radiotherapy. Fluoride content significantly increased after remineralizing agents' application with the greatest increase in Bioactive glass group followed by fluoride varnish (F.varnish) group and the least increase was in diode laser group. Significant increase in Ca/P ratio in bioactive glass group followed by insignificant increase in F.varnish group (I) with the least increase noticed in the Diode laser group. Conclusion Therapeutic radiation caused marked decrease in enamel mineral content. However, the reminralizing agents applied have an improving effect on the caused damage.
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- Yomna O Morad
- Pedodontics and Oral Health department ,Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pedodontics and Oral Health department ,Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Conservative Dentistry ,Health Radiation Research Department, The National Center for Radiation Technology Research, Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority, Cairo, Egypt
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- Physics Department, Faculty of Science for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Conservative Dentistry Department, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Badr University in Cairo, Egypt
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Oyane A, Sakamaki I, Nakamura M, Koga K, Shitomi K, Tanaka S, Miyaji H. Fluoridated Apatite Coating on Human Dentin via Laser-Assisted Pseudo-Biomineralization with the Aid of a Light-Absorbing Molecule. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232415981. [PMID: 36555621 PMCID: PMC9781595 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232415981] [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: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 12/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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A simple, area-specific coating technique for fluoridated apatite (FAp) on teeth would be useful in dental applications. Recently, we achieved area-specific FAp coating on a human dentin substrate within 30 min by a laser-assisted biomimetic (LAB) process; pulsed Nd:YAG laser irradiation in a fluoride-containing supersaturated calcium phosphate solution (FCP solution). The LAB-processed, FAp-coated dentin substrate exhibited antibacterial activity against a major oral bacterium, Streptococcus mutans. In the present study, we refined the LAB process with a combination of a dental diode laser and a clinically approved light-absorbing molecule, indocyanine green (ICG). A micron-thick FAp layer was successfully formed on the dentin surface within only 3 min by the refined LAB process, i.e., dental diode laser irradiation in the FCP solution following ICG treatment. The ICG layer precoated on the dentin substrate played a crucial role in inducing rapid pseudo-biomineralization (FAp layer formation) on the dentin surface by absorbing laser light at the solid-liquid interface. In the refined LAB process, the precoated ICG layer was eliminated and replaced with the newly formed FAp layer composed of vertically oriented pillar-like nanocrystals. Cross-sectional ultrastructural analysis revealed a smooth interface between the FAp layer and the dentin substrate. The refined LAB process has potential as a tool for the tooth surface functionalization and hence, is worth further process refinement and in vitro and in vivo studies.
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- Ayako Oyane
- Nanomaterials Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Central 5, 1-1-1 Higashi, Tsukuba 305-8565, Japan
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- Nanomaterials Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Central 5, 1-1-1 Higashi, Tsukuba 305-8565, Japan
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- Nanomaterials Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Central 5, 1-1-1 Higashi, Tsukuba 305-8565, Japan
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- Nanomaterials Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Central 5, 1-1-1 Higashi, Tsukuba 305-8565, Japan
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- Division of Periodontology and Endodontology, Department of Oral Rehabilitation, School of Dentistry, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido, 1757 Kanazawa, Tobetsu-cho, Ishikari-gun 061-0293, Japan
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- Division of General Dentistry Center for Dental Clinics, Hokkaido University Hospital, N14W5, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-8648, Japan
- Department of Periodontology and Endodontology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Hokkaido University, N13W7, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-8586, Japan
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- Department of Periodontology and Endodontology, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Hokkaido University, N13W7, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-8586, Japan
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Akbarzade T, Farmany A, Farhadian M, Khamverdi Z, Dastgir R. Synthesis and characterization of nano bioactive glass for improving enamel remineralization ability of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP). BMC Oral Health 2022; 22:525. [PMID: 36424610 PMCID: PMC9686030 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-022-02549-9] [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: 08/24/2021] [Accepted: 10/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Nanomaterials with superior properties such as high surface area over volume ratio are widely used in dentistry and medicine. This in vitro study was performed to synthesize and characterize nano bioactive glass (nBG) and to evaluate the effect of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) containing nBG (CPP-ACP@nBG) on enamel remineralization by its application to pH-cycled, synthetically demineralized enamel surfaces. MATERIALS AND METHODS nBG particles were prepared by sol-gel method. X-ray diffraction pattern (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and transmittance electron microscopy (TEM) were used for nBG characterization. Synthetic CPP-ACP paste was prepared and nBG particles were added to it. To evaluate the degree of remineralization, 32 healthy human premolars were selected. The samples were randomly divided into 4 groups as: Group 1: Commercial CPP-ACFP (MI paste plus), Group 2: Synthetic casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate containing fluoride (CPP-ACP@F), Group 3: Synthetic CPP/ACP containing nBG (CPP-ACP@nBG), and Group 4: Control (received no treatment). The pastes were then applied on the tooth surfaces for 28 days. The Vickers microhardness of enamel surfaces was evaluated, and enamel surface morphology was assessed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). RESULTS X-Ray diffraction pattern (XRD) of the synthesized nBG show its crystalline nature with the Larnite crystalline mode. Transmittance electron microscope (TEM) microimage of the synthesized nBG shows its formation as less that 100 nm spherical nanoparticle with partial agglomeration. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) confirm the success formation of nBG with high purity. The results of this study showed that microhardness of the experimental groups was significantly higher than the control group (p ≥ 0.05). SEM images showed a layer of hydroxyapatite in the CPP-ACP@nBG, synthetic and commercial CPP-ACP@F remineralized groups. CONCLUSION The results of this study demonstrated that CPP-ACP@F and CPP-ACP@nBG remineralize the surface of the demineralized enamel. Microhardness of the remineralized enamel in the CPP-ACP@nBG group was higher than synthetic and commercial CPP-ACP@F groups.
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- Tina Akbarzade
- grid.412237.10000 0004 0385 452XDepartment of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, Bandar-Abbas, Iran
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- grid.411950.80000 0004 0611 9280Dental Research Center, Dental Implant Research Center, School of Dentistry, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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- grid.411950.80000 0004 0611 9280School of Public Health, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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- grid.411950.80000 0004 0611 9280Department of Operative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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- grid.411463.50000 0001 0706 2472Faculty of Dentistry, Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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Eissa NM, Elshourbagy EM, Gomaa NE. Effect of sodium fluoride plus tricalcium phosphate with and without CO2 laser on remineralization of white spot lesions. Heliyon 2022; 8:e10752. [PMID: 36212006 PMCID: PMC9535291 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Objectives The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of NaF plus TCP with and without CO2 laser irradiation on management of demineralized enamel using microhardness test and digital microscopy. Methods Eighty intact extracted human premolar teeth were randomly divided into 4 groups (20/each). Each group was subjected to a demineralizing solution to create white spot lesion. Group 1 was treated with 3M Vanish™. Group 2 was irradiated with CO2 laser. Group 3 was subjected to CO2 laser followed by 3M Vanish™. Group 4 was treated by 3M Vanish™ then CO2 laser. The teeth were immersed in artificial saliva. Surface microhardness was measured for each tooth before demineralization at base line (M1 as a control), after demineralization (M2) and after management (M3). Comparison of microhardness values between groups was performed using one way ANOVA test with significant level (0.05) followed by multiple comparisons post-hoc Tukey test between groups. Enamel surface was photographed by digital microscope. Results All intervention methods used in the current study significantly increased microhardness values of demineralized enamel (P < 0.001). Little improvement of enamel appearance was observed in all groups meanwhile using CO2 laser on demineralized enamel directly led to signs of white and black dots affecting the appearance of enamel surface. Significance The most effective intervention regarding microhardness was group 2 followed by group 3, group 4 and group 1. Coating the enamel surface with 3M Vanish™ before CO2 laser irradiation acted as a protective layer from the undesirable effects of laser on the teeth with increasing enamel microhardness values more than using Vanish alone. So the promising intervention method regarding both microhardness and appearance was group 4.
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Issatayeva A, Fornaini C, Masino M, Cucinotta A. Potential role of Er:YAG laser and fluoride in the dental enamel remineralization: a Raman spectroscopy preliminary <i>ex vivo</i> study. Laser Ther 2022. [DOI: 10.4081/ltj.2022.294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Background and aims: Dental caries are a widespread oral disease and a serious public health problem, starting by teeth demineralization, which is a loss of minerals such as calcium and phosphate. Modern caries treatment is aimed at preventing the disease progression by teeth remineralization which is a supply of minerals to the enamel. The most popular remineralization method is the treatment of teeth with fluoride. Er:YAG laser has also gained research attention as a method for improving the uptake of fluoride and phosphate by introducing chemical and morphological changes into the structure of enamel but, while some researchers described it as effective, others found no significant effect from its application. This work aimed to further study the effect of Er:YAG laser, alone or combined with fluoride, to dental enamel. Materials and Methods: Twenty upper central human incisors, extracted for periodontal reasons, were used in the study. Samples were demineralized by acetic acid and divided into four groups: a) control, b) fluoride + Er:YAG laser, c) Er:YAG laser alone and d) fluoride alone. The remineralization rate of teeth was estimated by Raman Spectroscopy. Results: In comparison with the control group, the phosphate peak’s intensity increased notably for the teeth treated by fluoride, but decreased slightly for the teeth treated with Er:YAG laser and with a combination of the laser and fluoride. Conclusions: With the limits of this study, due to the limited samples number, Er:YAG laser, alone and combined with fluoride, seems to be not effective, at the parameters used, for the enamel remineralization.
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Xue VW, Yin IX, Niu JY, Chan A, Lo ECM, Chu CH. Combined Effects of Topical Fluorides and Semiconductor Lasers on Prevention of Enamel Caries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg 2022; 40:378-386. [PMID: 35587640 DOI: 10.1089/photob.2021.0184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Objective: To compare the effects of combined treatment of topical fluoride and semiconductor laser (F&L) with topically using fluoride (F) on remineralization and prevention of enamel caries. Background: There is no agreement on whether semiconductor lasers can promote the effect of topical fluoride on the remineralization and prevention of dental caries. This study is the first systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the pooled effect of data from studies that compared the combined use of semiconductor lasers and topical fluorides with the single use of fluoride on remineralization and prevention of caries. Methods: We performed literature search on Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed. The keywords were as follows: ((diode lasers) OR (diode laser) OR (quantum cascade laser) OR (quantum cascade lasers) OR (Gallium Aluminum Arsenide lasers) OR (Gallium Aluminum Arsenide laser) OR (GaAlAs lasers) OR (GaAlAs Laser) OR (semiconductor laser) OR (semiconductor lasers)) AND ((caries) OR (dental caries) OR (remineralisation) OR (remineralization) OR (demineralization) OR (demineralisation)) AND fluoride. We carried out meta-analysis to compare the microhardness of demineralized enamel, lesion depth (LD), and percent reduction of calcium (Ca%) of sound enamel receiving F&L with F. Results: The search identified nine laboratory studies, which used 445 to 980 nm semiconductor lasers with various fluorides. The standard mean difference of microhardness of demineralized enamel between F&L and F was 1.06 [95% confidence interval (CI): 0.12 to 2.00, p = 0.03]. No difference was found in LD (95% CI: -1.63 to 0.10, p = 0.08) and Ca% (95% CI: -0.52 to 1.28, p = 0.40) on sound enamel between the two groups. Conclusions: Semiconductor lasers enhance the effect of fluoride on remineralizing but not on preventing enamel caries. Moreover, substantial heterogeneity was found among the studies, and the results should be interpreted cautiously.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Atef R, Zaky AA, Waly N, El Rouby D, Ezzeldin N. Effect of Diode Laser and Remineralizing Agents on Microstructure and Surface Microhardness of Therapeutic Gamma-Irradiated Primary Teeth Enamel. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2022.9333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: Radiation caries is a serious complication to head and neck cancer (HNC) radiotherapy, for which the primary teeth are more susceptible to be affected. Preventive protocols are recommended to enhance dental structure resistance against the direct effects of radiotherapy.
AIM: The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of diode laser and two types of remineralizing agents on the microhardness of the primary teeth enamel and examine microstructural alterations.
METHODS: Twenty primary molars were sectioned into two halves in a mesiodistal direction, to obtain 40 specimens, which were then randomly allocated into five groups. Group 1 (Control Negative) n = 5 was not subjected to any treatment or radiation. Group 2 (Control positive) n = 5 was gamma irradiated with a dose of 60 Gray. For Groups 3, 4, and 5, specimens were divided into two subgroups: A and B (n = 5/subgroup). Subgroups A were gamma irradiated, then exposed to different surface treatments: 3A:10% nano-hydroxyapatite (nHA) paste, 4A: 5% sodium fluoride varnish (FV), and 5A: diode laser 980 nm. Subgroups B were exposed to surface treatments (3B: 10% nHA, 4 B: 5% FV, and 5B: diode laser 980 nm), then gamma irradiated. Surface micromorphology and microhardness were examined using environmental scanning electron microscope (ESEM), and Vickers microhardness tester, respectively.
RESULTS: Group 2 (G) specimens possessed the lowest mean microhardness, while nHA-G (3B), G-Fl (4A), and L-G (5B) had significantly higher values. ESEM analysis showed an alteration in Group G and the obliteration of enamel micropores with remineralizing agents. The melting and fusion of enamel in laser subgroups were also observed.
CONCLUSIONS: The findings indicated that using FV, nHA, or diode laser increased microhardness and maintained the integrity of the enamel microstructure. Therefore, applying preventive strategies should be considered in HNC radiotherapy.
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Enamel Erosion Reduction through Coupled Sodium Fluoride and Laser Treatments before Exposition in an Acid Environment: An In Vitro Randomized Control SEM Morphometric Analysis. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/app12031495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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(1) Background: Erosive lesions of dental enamel are steadily increasing owing to both the availability of exogenous acid and the production of endogenous acid. The aim of this study was to investigate the erosion-inhibiting potential of a diode laser irradiation and topical application of fluoride used alone or in combination on the enamel surface of extracted teeth before exposure to an acidic solution. (2) Methods: The four axial enamel surfaces of 40 healthy molars were used for four study groups: (A) no treatment; (B) application of fluoride gel for 120 s; (O) a diode laser application for 120 s; and (X) a combined laser/fluoride for 120 s. Each enamel surface was examined by SEM (scanning electron microscopy). (3) Results: At 700× magnification, it was possible to detect the enamel prisms of the test area of groups A, B, and O, while no structures such as enamel prisms were highlighted for group X because they were covered by an amorphous layer. The mean number of prisms ×1000 µm2 was 7.2 units with an SD of 0.72 for group A, 8 units with an SD of 0.96 for group B, and 4.8 units with a SD of 0.4 for group O. Student’s t-test showed no significant difference between group A and B with a p = 0.054. Group O showed a significant reduction of prims ×1000 µm2 compared with group A (p = 0.0027) and group B (p = 0.0009). Student’s t-test showed no significant difference between groups A and B with a p = 0.054. Group O showed a significant reduction of prims density with respect to group A (p = 0.0027) and group B (p = 0.0009). (4) Conclusions: This amorphous layer might be correlated with the effect of laser on enamel, which reduces both water and carbonate ion; increases the crystallinity of hydroxyapatite, and improves the mechanical properties of enamel; which is responsible for greater protection expressed by the enamel of group X against acid attacks.
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Zhang R, Qi J, Gong M, Liu Q, Zhou H, Wang J, Mei Y. Effects of 45S5 bioactive glass on the remineralization of early carious lesions in deciduous teeth: an in vitro study. BMC Oral Health 2021; 21:576. [PMID: 34772397 PMCID: PMC8588588 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-021-01931-3] [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: 07/12/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background Early childhood caries has been designated as a serious public health problem. The traditional restoration method is very challenging, especially in uncooperative patients. Non-invasive therapy, like remineralization agents, which have been developed to reverse the demineralization progress at the early stage of caries, may be a better choice. This study aimed to evaluate the remineralization efficacy of different concentrations of 45S5 bioactive glass (BAG) on artifical carious lesions of deciduous enamel.
Methods 65 caries-like enamel lesions of the deciduous teeth were assigned to 5 groups (n = 13) and transported to a 14 days pH-cycling: Group A: 2%BAG, Group B: 4%BAG, Group C: 6%BAG, Group D: 8%BAG, and Group E: deionized water (DDW, negative control). 8 sound (Group F) and 8 demineralized teeth (Group G) were prepared for contrast. The recovery power of mechanical property was evaluated by Vickers hardness test through the recovery of enamel microhardness (%REMH). Surface morphology, mass fraction of Ca and P ions, and Ca/P atomic ratio were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). Moreover, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy equipped with attenuated total reflectance was used to identify the chemical structure of newly formed compounds. Results % REMH were (42.65 ± 1.35), (52.59 ± 2.96), (57.40 ± 1.72), (52.91 ± 2.55), (12.46 ± 2.81) in 2%BAG, 4%BAG, 6%BAG, 8%BAG, and DDW groups respectively. Micro-spherical particles were deposited in all BAG groups and 6% BAG showed the densest and most uniform surface. EDX analysis identified significantly higher Ca(wt%) and P(wt%) in four BAG groups than in the demineralized group (p < 0.005), while 6% BAG showed the highest mineral gain efficacy. The infrared spectrum demonstrated that newly mineralized crystals were consisted of type-B hydroxycarbonate apatite. Conclusion BAG possessed a promising remineralization effect on artificial lesions in deciduous enamel by recovering enamel surface mechanical property, morphology and chemical elements. Among them, 6% BAG performed the greatest overall efficacy. Acting as a new caries-arresting biomaterial, 45S5 BAG has the potential to facilitate the adaptation of better carious prevention strategies in children.
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- Rui Zhang
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China.,Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China.,Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China.,Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai Road 1st, Nanjing, 210029, China.
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Meshki R, Basir L, Rahbar N, Kazempour M. Comparison of the effect of fluoride gel and two toothpastes with different materials on remineralization of initial carious lesions in primary teeth. J Family Med Prim Care 2021; 10:3309-3313. [PMID: 34760749 PMCID: PMC8565127 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1046_21] [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: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 06/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Introduction: Various types of toothpastes are claimed to be able to improve initial enamel caries. This study compared the effect of fluoride gel and two toothpastes on remineralization of initial caries lesions in primary teeth. Materials and Methods: A total of sixty-four sound extracted primary canine were immersed in demineralizing solution at 37°C for 96 h to produce artificial caries in vitro. Enamel pieces (3 × 3 × 5 mm) were prepared from each tooth and mounted in self cure acrylic blocks. The specimens were randomly assigned to four groups (n = 16) based on treatment agent (fluoride gel, Chitodent toothpaste, ReminPro toothpaste, no treatment as control) and underwent a pH cycling model for 10 days. Vickers microhardness (VH) was measured before and after treatment. Data was analyzed using analysis of variance and paired t-test by SPSS 18 (P < 0.05). Results: No significant difference was found in VH between groups at baseline (fluoride group: 265.9 ± 44.8, Chitodent group: 282.6 ± 34.6, ReminPro group: 266.5 ± 26.6, control: 272.7 ± 32.5; P = 0.516). Microhardness significantly increased after exposure to ReminPro toothpaste (VH change: 24.1%, P < 0.001) and fluoride gel (VH change: 10.9%, P = 0.046), but no significant changes were observed in Chitodent (VH change: 2.8%, P = 0.635) and control (VH change: - 2.2%, P = 0.181) groups. Conclusion: ReminPro toothpaste might be effective in remineralizing initial carious lesions of primary teeth.
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Affiliation(s)
- Razieh Meshki
- Department of Pedodontics, Dental School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Pedodontics, Dental School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Nanotechnology, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Pedodontics, Dental School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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Antibacterial tooth surface created by laser-assisted pseudo-biomineralization in a supersaturated solution. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2020; 116:111170. [PMID: 32806265 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2020.111170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Revised: 05/21/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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A technique for implementing biocompatible and antibacterial functions to a targeted region on tooth surfaces has potential in dental treatments. We have recently demonstrated pseudo-biomineralization, i.e., the growth of an apatite layer on a human dentin substrate by a laser-assisted biomimetic (LAB) process, based on pulsed laser irradiation in a supersaturated CaP solution. In this study, pseudo-biomineralization was induced in the presence of fluoride ions using the LAB process in order to fabricate an antibacterial fluoride-incorporated apatite (FAp) layer on the dentin surface. After processing for 30 min, a micron-thick FAp layer was formed heterogeneously at the laser-irradiated solid-liquid interface via pseudo-biomineralization. A time-course study revealed that the LAB process first eliminated the pre-existing organic layer, while allowing fluoride incorporation into the dentin surface within 1 min. Within 5 min, FAp nanocrystals precipitated on the dentin surface. Within 30 min, these nanocrystals acquired a pillar-like structure that was weakly oriented in the direction normal to the substrate surface to form a dense micron-thick layer. This layer was integrated seamlessly with the underlying dentin without any apparent gaps. The FAp layer exhibited antibacterial activity against a major oral bacterium, Streptococcus mutans. The proposed LAB process is expected to be a useful new tool for tooth surface functionalization via facile and area-specific pseudo-biomineralization.
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