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Wong J, Ong D, Khan A. Interdisciplinary management of an adult patient with significant tooth wear. Aust Dent J 2023; 68:58-69. [PMID: 36214064 DOI: 10.1111/adj.12941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Adult patients may present with compromised dentitions which require extensive oral rehabilitation. This case report shows the fulfilment of both functional and aesthetic treatment objectives for a patient with significant tooth wear through carefully planned interdisciplinary management. © 2022 Australian Dental Association.
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- J Wong
- Private Practice, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Discipline of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.,Private Practice, Townsville, Australia
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- Discipline of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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Mathematical tools for recovery of the load on the fissure according to the micro-CT results. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2023; 138:105625. [PMID: 36623401 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2022.105625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 12/06/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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In the present paper X-ray microtomographic research of a molar tooth was conducted. The study revealed regions with a reduced mineral density in the vicinity of the fissure tip. The basic assumption investigated is that corrosion induced enamel mineral density decrease is enhanced by high tensile stresses generated by mechanical load on the occlusal surface of the tooth during crushing of food. Magnitude and location of tensile stress concentration occurs at the fissure tip and may be determined by solving the problem of the stress-strain state of the tooth crown enamel with a wedge-shaped notch. The study of stresses in the vicinity of fissure tip make it possible to construct the boundaries of enhanced enamel virtual fracture. Comparison of the sizes and locations of areas with a reduced enamel mineral density with the sizes and locations of areas of virtual enamel fracture made it possible to establish their approximate congruence. This circumstance made it possible to recreate by mathematical means the nature and magnitude of the force load on the lateral surface of the fissure. Degree of influence of the main parameters of the fissure on the geometrical characteristics of the virtual fracture, such as its area and diameters, were determined.
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Three-dimensional microscopic comparison of wear behavior between immature and mature enamel: an in vitro study. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:40. [PMID: 36694188 PMCID: PMC9875398 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-02751-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Dental enamel, the hardest outermost layer of a human tooth, is subjected to occlusal forces throughout life during different oral function as talking, mastication etc. Due to this continuous stress, wear causes the loss of this protective shell. This study aimed to detect microscopic differences in enamel's wear behavior among different age groups of adolescents and adults. AIMS AND METHODS Enamel specimens from immature open-apex and mature closed-apex premolars were subjected to simulated occlusal wear of impact and sliding wear test ISWT. Upper and lower enamel specimens were made to come in contact under controlled conditions. The enamel specimens' surfaces were examined using different microscopes. The upper and lower specimens were subjected to the following tests; pre-test light microscopy examination, enamel specimens' preparation for ISWT, scanning laser confocal microscopy of upper specimens, three-dimensional (3D) colored laser microscope and a Profilometer imaging of the lower specimens. RESULTS Wear characteristics, including wear areas, crater depths, and relation to enamel microstructures, differed among different age groups. Immature enamel from the upper specimens was more resistant to chipping than mature enamel with no statistically significant wear area difference. The immature enamel craters from the lower specimens were wider and deeper than those in the mature enamel; the wear areas in the mature enamel in the lower specimens were almost flat and smooth. The wear areas in the immature enamel in the lower specimens were significantly larger than those in the mature enamel. CONCLUSIONS Wear characteristics of the immature enamel are different from those of the mature enamel. Hence, it should be repaired using restorative materials with compatible wear properties.
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Beltrami R, Colombo M, Bitonti G, Chiesa M, Poggio C, Pietrocola G. Restorative Materials Exposed to Acid Challenge: Influence of Temperature on In Vitro Weight Loss. Biomimetics (Basel) 2022; 7:30. [PMID: 35323187 PMCID: PMC8945017 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics7010030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2022] [Revised: 02/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Consumption of acidic beverages and foods could provoke erosive damage, both for teeth and for restorative materials. Temperatures of consumption could influence the erosive effects of these products. The aim of this in vitro study is to assess the influence of an acidic challenge on the weight loss of different restorative materials. Resin composites and glass-ionomer cements (GIC) were tested. The medium of storage was Coca-Cola (Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Company, Milano, Italy) at two different temperatures, 4 and 37 °C, respectively for Group A and Group B. For each group, nine specimens were prepared for each material tested. After 7 days, weight was assessed for each sample, and the percentage weight loss was calculated. For all the resin composites (Groups 1−13), no significant weight losses were noticed. (<1%). Conversely, GICs (Groups 14 and 15) showed significant weight loss during the acidic challenge, which was reduced in the case of these materials that included a protective layer applied above. Significant differences were registered with intra-group analysis; weight loss for specimens immersed in Coca Cola at 37 °C was significantly higher for almost all materials tested when compared to specimens exposed to a cooler medium. In conclusion, all the resin composites showed reliable behaviour when exposed to acidic erosion, whereas glass-ionomer cements generally tended to solubilize.
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- Riccardo Beltrami
- Section of Dentistry, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.C.); (G.B.); (M.C.); (C.P.)
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- Section of Dentistry, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.C.); (G.B.); (M.C.); (C.P.)
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- Section of Dentistry, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.C.); (G.B.); (M.C.); (C.P.)
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- Section of Dentistry, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.C.); (G.B.); (M.C.); (C.P.)
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- Section of Dentistry, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.C.); (G.B.); (M.C.); (C.P.)
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Unit of Biochemistry, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy;
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Influence of Enamel Exposure to Acidic Drink on Shear Bond Strength of Different Fissure Sealants. Bioengineering (Basel) 2022; 9:bioengineering9010020. [PMID: 35049729 PMCID: PMC8772824 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering9010020] [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: 12/12/2021] [Revised: 12/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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In the present study, we evaluated the influence of bovine enamel exposure to acidic drinks (Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Company, Milano, Italy, pH = 2.37) on shear bond strength of three sealants (Fissurit; Grandio Seal and Admira Fusion—Voco Gmbh, Cuxhaven, Germany). For each sealant, two adhesive techniques were tested to investigate the impact of the adhesive application on shear bond strength of sealants after immersion in acidic drink and in the control: Group 1—Control: enamel surface was not in contact with acid drinks, acid etching application and self-adhesive technique for fissure sealant; Group 2—enamel surface was not in contact with acid drinks, acid etching, and adhesive applications, an etch-and-rinse technique for fissure sealant; Group 3—enamel surface was immersed in acid drink, acid etching application and self-adhesive technique for fissure sealant; Group 4—enamel surface was immersed in acid drink, acid etching, and adhesive applications, an etch-and-rinse technique for fissure sealant. For each specimen, the sealant composite resin was applied to the enamel surface and tested with a universal testing machine. Shear bond strength was measured in MPa and with an optical microscope to determine failure modes, quantified with adhesive remnant index (ARI). Enamel acidification variably influenced bond strength values of the different sealants. When no enamel pretreatment was applied, no significant differences were found among the sealants (p > 0.05). However, the mere application of acid etching without adhesive procedures resulted in lower bond strength (p < 0.001). The acid pretreatment affected significantly the bond strength of all sealants tested (p < 0.001), but no significant differences were recorded between the subgroups.
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Ortiz ADC, Fideles SOM, Pomini KT, Buchaim RL. Updates in association of gastroesophageal reflux disease and dental erosion: systematic review. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2021; 15:1037-1046. [PMID: 33571021 DOI: 10.1080/17474124.2021.1890030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Introduction: Dental erosion occurs by dissolving dental apatite when exposed to non-bacterial acids. One of the factors that predispose to dental erosion is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) due to chronic regurgitation of gastric contents to the oropharynx. Thus, in addition to other extraesophageal symptoms, individuals with GERD may have erosive dental lesions.Areas covered: The objective of this systematic review was to evaluate the association and prevalence of erosive wear in patients with GERD. The bibliographic search was performed in the Pubmed and Web of Science databases, using the descriptors 'gastroesophageal reflux disease' AND 'dental erosion', considering clinical studies recently published from 2012 to 2020.Expert opinion: GERD can be considered a risk factor for the development of erosive dental lesions, whose prevalence was significantly higher in this group. However, several other factors can be commonly associated with the prevalence and severity of dental erosion among the world population, such as dietary habits, lifestyle, abrasion and bruxism. Thus, the prevalence and distribution of erosive lesions among healthy and GERD subjects varied widely among studies, which denotes the etiological complexity of dental erosion and reinforces the importance of careful and detailed anamnesis in order to establish an accurate diagnosis.
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- Adriana De Cássia Ortiz
- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Alameda Dr. Octávio Pinheiro Brisolla, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Alameda Dr. Octávio Pinheiro Brisolla, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Alameda Dr. Octávio Pinheiro Brisolla, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil.,Postgraduate Program in Structural and Functional Interactions in Rehabilitation, University of Marilia (UNIMAR), Marília, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Alameda Dr. Octávio Pinheiro Brisolla, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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Mejersjö C, Pauli N. Ear symptoms in patients with orofacial pain and dysfunction - An explorative study on different TMD symptoms, occlusion and habits. Clin Exp Dent Res 2021; 7:1167-1174. [PMID: 34060246 PMCID: PMC8638311 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2020] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Objectives Ear symptoms coincident with TMD symptoms have been noticed for a long time. The aim was to investigate the relationship between reported ear symptoms in TMD patients and different TMD symptoms, dental occlusion, oral parafunction and habits. Material and methods Consecutive patients, ≥18 years of age and referred to a specialist clinic for orofacial pain and dysfunction during a three‐month period, were considered for the study. Patients with poor general or psychiatric health were excluded. One hundred thirty‐two patients were included and studied with regard to reported ear symptoms in relation to clinical dysfunction, occlusion, habits and subjective rating of their symptoms. A clinical examination was performed according to RDC/TMD and extended with occlusal factors, parafunctions and habits. Results Ear symptoms were reported by 72% of the TMD patients, with ear fullness in 49% as the most frequent symptom. The patients with ear symptoms were significantly older and proportionally more often females. Ear symptoms were significantly correlated to the subjective index, to myalgia (p = 0.003), decreased opening capacity (p = 0.01), TMJ pain (p = 0.02), parafunctions (p = 0.007), and some occlusal factor (p = 0.018–0.003). Muscle pain on palpation was significantly associated with ear fullness, and changed hearing and sensitivity to sound, on the same side (p < 0.005). Conclusions Ear symptoms are frequently reported by TMD patients. Concomitant ear symptoms are associated with oral parafunction and muscle pain on palpation on the same side as the ear symptoms.
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- Christina Mejersjö
- Clinic of Orofacial Pain, Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg and the Public Dental Health Service, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Normando D, Barbosa MS, Mecenas P, Quintão C. Tooth wear as an indicator of acculturation process in remote Amazonian populations. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0230809. [PMID: 32315345 PMCID: PMC7173625 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0230809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2019] [Accepted: 03/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Riverine populations are typical of the Amazon region that depend on nature for subsistence. These people are considered an intermediate population between the urban and indigenous, the original Amazon habitants. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to evaluate the relationship between tooth wear and age in a remote riverine population from the Amazon, located by the Tucumanduba River (n = 94), and to compare them to previous findings obtained from semi-isolated indigenous (n = 223) and urban populations (n = 40) from the Amazon region, which were examined using the same methodology. Using linear regression, tooth wear explained 54.5% of the variation in the ages of the riverine subjects (p<0.001). This coefficient is mid-way between those obtained in semi-isolated indigenous populations (65–86%) and urban subjects (12%) living in the Amazon. Our findings suggest that tooth wear, a direct evidence of what an individual ate in the past, may be an indicator of the acculturation process in remote populations.
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- David Normando
- Dental School, Department of Orthodontics, Federal University of Pará, Belém, Pará, Brazil
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- Dental School, Department of Orthodontics, State University of Rio de Janeiro-UERJ, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Post-graduation Program of Dentistry, Federal University of Pará-UFPA, Belém, Pará, Brazil
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- Dental School, Department of Orthodontics, State University of Rio de Janeiro-UERJ, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Levartovsky S, Aharonov O, Emodi Perlman A, Winocur E, Sarig R. The effect of tooth wear, age and sex on facial height assessed by soft tissue analysis. J Oral Rehabil 2019; 47:346-352. [PMID: 31705807 DOI: 10.1111/joor.12907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2019] [Revised: 09/14/2019] [Accepted: 10/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of tooth wear, age and sex on facial height measurements based on soft tissue analysis. METHODS One hundred and twelve subjects (45 males and 67 females), 19-80 years of age (mean 43 ± 0.9 years), which were divided into three age groups, met the inclusion criteria. Tooth wear was assessed using a 5-point ordinal scale (0-4). Based on the tooth wear score, three groups were defined: mild, moderate and severe wear. Facial height was evaluated based on soft tissue measurements using frontal facial photographs. The dimension of the upper facial height (UFH) and lower facial height (LFH) and the ratio between the two (R-U-L) were measured. RESULTS Facial height dimensions (UFH, LFH) were significantly different between the three age groups and between the three tooth wear groups. Both the UFH and LFH measurements had a weak positive correlation with age (r = .40; r = .41, respectively) and with tooth wear (r = .40; r = .41, respectively). The R-U-L showed a significant difference (P < .001) between sexes as males showed slightly lower ratio compared with females; however, the R-U-L was not dependent upon age or tooth wear. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that although facial height is affected by age and tooth wear, the proportion between the upper to lower facial segments is constant and is not affected by the same parameters. A statistically significant difference in the R-U-L relative to sexes was noted.
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- Shifra Levartovsky
- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral Biology, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, The Dan David Center for Human Evolution and Biohistory Research, The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Flexural Properties and Elastic Modulus of Different Esthetic Restorative Materials: Evaluation after Exposure to Acidic Drink. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 2019:5109481. [PMID: 30863779 PMCID: PMC6378791 DOI: 10.1155/2019/5109481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2018] [Revised: 01/11/2019] [Accepted: 01/27/2019] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Background Acidic beverages, such as soft drinks, can produce erosion of resin composites. The purpose of the present study was to investigate mechanical properties of different esthetic restorative materials after exposure to acidic drink. Methods Nine different composites were tested: nanofilled (Filtek Supreme XTE, 3M ESPE), microfilled hybrid (G-ænial, GC Corporation), nanohybrid Ormocer (Admira Fusion, Voco), microfilled (Gradia Direct, GC Corporation), microfilled hybrid (Essentia, GC Corporation), nanoceramic (Ceram.X Universal, Dentsply De Trey), supranano spherical hybrid (Estelite Asteria, Tokuyama Dental Corporation), flowable microfilled hybrid (Gradia Direct Flo, GC Corporation), and bulk fill flowable (SureFil SDR flow, Dentsply De Trey). Thirty specimens of each esthetic restorative material were divided into 3 subgroups (n=10): specimens of subgroup 1 were used as control, specimens of subgroup 2 were immersed in 50 ml of Coca Cola for 1 week, and specimens of subgroup 3 were immersed in 50 ml of Coca Cola for 1 month. Flexural strength and elastic modulus were measured for each material with an Instron Universal Testing Machine. Data were submitted to statistical analysis. Results After distilled water immersion, nanofilled composite showed the highest value of both flexural strength and elastic modulus, but its flexural values decreased after acidic drink immersion. No significant differences were reported between distilled water and acidic drink immersion for all other materials tested both for flexural and for elastic modulus values. Conclusions Even if nanofilled composite showed highest results, acidic drink immersion significantly reduced flexural values.
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Kim WH, Nam SE, Park YS, Lee SP. Maxillary first molar wear: a longitudinal study of children. Anat Cell Biol 2019; 51:251-259. [PMID: 30637159 PMCID: PMC6318455 DOI: 10.5115/acb.2018.51.4.251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2018] [Revised: 09/11/2018] [Accepted: 09/28/2018] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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The aim of this study is to examine the correlation between tooth wear and age by quantitatively measuring maxillary first molar wear in children. A total of 150 maxillary dental models were analyzed in 30 subjects (male, 11; female, 19) with an age range of 6-14 years. Maxillary first molar wear were assessed based on area, volume and the shortest distance from the buccal occlusal plane to the central pit point (BCPH). The area and volume of the tooth cusps were measured at four different offset-plane heights (0.2, 0.4, 0.6, and 0.8 mm). Relationship between age and the amount of wear or BCPH were statistically analyzed. Correlation and regression analyses were also performed, and age estimation was obtained with linear regression analysis. Repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) revealed significant differences between age and the amount of wear based on area, volume, and offset-plane height. Except age of 8 and 10, 12 and 14's 0.2-mm offset-plane-measured volume, all area and volume measurement of all ages and offset-plane height showed a significant amount of increase. Wear speeds were calculated using the BCPH. Among age and measurement variables, the correlation coefficient was strongest when the volume was measured from the 0.4-mm offset-plane. As age increases, the amount of wear, as quantified by area and volume measurements, also increases. According to this study, a regression equation that can be used for age estimation is follows: Age (y)=0.16×0.4V+0.85 (R 2=0.490) using volume.
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- Won-Hee Kim
- Department of Oral Anatomy, Dental Research Institute, School of Dentistry, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Oral Anatomy, Dental Research Institute, School of Dentistry, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Oral Anatomy, Dental Research Institute, School of Dentistry, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Oral Anatomy, Dental Research Institute, School of Dentistry, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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Sadid-Zadeh R, Alexander A. Digital workflow to rehabilitate worn dentition on a non-hinge simulated patient. J Prosthet Dent 2018; 120:645-650. [PMID: 29961630 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2018.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2017] [Revised: 02/06/2018] [Accepted: 02/06/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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This report describes the complete mouth rehabilitation of worn dentition by using a digital workflow on a non-hinge simulated patient. A dentiform was used to simulate a patient with loss of occlusal vertical dimension. Physical diagnostic waxing along with a digital workflow was then used to re-establish the occlusal vertical dimension at the interim and definitive restoration stages.
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- Ramtin Sadid-Zadeh
- Assistant Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, Buffalo, NY.
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- Resident, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, Buffalo, NY
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The Protocol of Fixed Reconstruction for Severely Worn Teeth Combined with Anterior Deep Bite. Case Rep Dent 2017; 2017:9378091. [PMID: 28912979 PMCID: PMC5587923 DOI: 10.1155/2017/9378091] [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: 04/27/2017] [Accepted: 07/25/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Full mouth reconstruction is one of the most effective methods to restore severe worn teeth that have suffered reduced vertical dimension. Although the use of the overlay splint restoration for a trial period allowing the patient to adapt to an increased vertical dimension is the recognized method, the specific protocol from the transitional splint to the fixed reconstruction is yet to be established. This case report describes a 50-year-old female patient who has severely worn teeth combined with an anterior deep bite and chewing pain. The protocol of the treatment process is described.
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Gouveia THN, Theobaldo JD, Vieira-Junior WF, Lima DANL, Aguiar FHB. Esthetic smile rehabilitation of anterior teeth by treatment with biomimetic restorative materials: a case report. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent 2017; 9:27-31. [PMID: 28652816 PMCID: PMC5477167 DOI: 10.2147/ccide.s130698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND In daily clinical practice, esthetics of anterior teeth is a common presenting complaint of patients. OBJECTIVE This case report discusses the management of asymmetric smile associated with unsatisfactory extensive composite restorations and describes a clinical protocol using the direct composite resin for smile enhancement to restore the dental harmony of anterior teeth. METHODS The treatment planning was based on a diagnostic wax-up and cosmetic mock-up. After clinical and patient approvals were obtained, the patient was subjected to direct and indirect restorative treatment. CONCLUSION Nanocomposites are an effective alternative for anterior teeth restorations. Additionally, good planning enables satisfactory esthetic results, leading to the correction of an inappropriate axial inclination of incisors.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Sayed ME, Hamdi AD, Hakami BM, Mugri MH, Bhandi SH. Tooth Wear Patterns among Khat and Shammah Users in Jazan City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Survey. J Contemp Dent Pract 2017. [PMID: 28621269 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-2060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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AIM The effect of Khat and Shammah habits, with the para-functional jaw activities that accompany them, on the structure and integrity of the natural dentition has not yet been investigated. The literature lacks studies that identify the patterns of tooth wear among Khat and Shammah users. Therefore, this study is the first attempt to address this concern in Jazan City population, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional survey study was conducted among 300 recruits among dental clinics in Jazan City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from October 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. Questionnaires were used for data collection on oral habits (Khat and Shammah use), age, gender, intake of acidic food or beverages, food habits (intake of fruits, grains, and vegetables), systemic diseases, oral hygiene habits (brushing frequency, technique, and type of toothbrush), parafunctional habits, stress, and acid reflux. Clinical examination was performed to assess the grade of tooth wear. Bivariate analysis was performed to determine the empirical relationship between the independent variables and outcomes. In addition, binary logistic regressions were used to measure the relationship between the independent variables and each of the dependent variables (presence of occlusal wear, tooth wear grade 0 through 4). RESULTS Khat and Shammah use was statistically significantly associated with tooth wear (p < 0.05). A significant association of tooth wear was observed with age, gender, intake of acidic food and beverages, oral hygiene habits, and stress. CONCLUSION Consumption of Khat and Shammah may be attributed as one of the major reasons associated with tooth wear among the Saudi population. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The habitual use of Khat and Shammah causes tooth wear of varying severity, which may negatively affect esthetics, phonetics, and function and necessitate a complex restorative treatment.
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- Mohammed E Sayed
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, Newark, New Jersey, USA; Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Phone: +12014062039, e-mail:
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Preventive Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Jazan University, Jazan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Pereira T, Shetty S, Chande M, Kamath P. Whistle Abrasion: A Case Report. Ann Med Health Sci Res 2017; 6:389-391. [PMID: 28540109 PMCID: PMC5423341 DOI: 10.4103/amhsr.amhsr_438_15] [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] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Abrasion is the physical wearing of a tooth surface which can involve the presence of a foreign object repeatedly being in contact with the tooth. A 40-year-old male patient reported to our dental clinic with a 2–3 mm uneven gap between his upper and lower front teeth on occlusion. A detailed history revealed that he was a physical education teacher, and the habitual placement of the whistle for the last 15 years caused an indentation on the whistle which coincided with the abraded teeth. Conditions such as abrasion may need active restorations. A general dental practitioner should accurately identify the cause and treat the esthetic and functional impairment as required.
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- T Pereira
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, School of Dentistry, D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, School of Dentistry, D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, School of Dentistry, D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology, School of Dentistry, D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Sierpinska T, Kuc J, Golebiewska M. Assessment of masticatory muscle activity and occlusion time in patients with advanced tooth wear. Arch Oral Biol 2015; 60:1346-55. [PMID: 26126289 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2015.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2014] [Revised: 06/01/2015] [Accepted: 06/11/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Tooth wear is a basic physiological adjustment mechanism in the masticatory system. Unfortunately, it is not clear what the relationship is between the activity of the masticatory muscles and the tooth hard tissue loss (mainly enamel) in patients with advanced tooth wear. The aims of this study were (1) to compare the occlusion times and (2) to compare the EMG activity in maximal voluntary clench of the masseter and anterior temporalis muscles of patients with advanced tooth wear to the same activity of healthy volunteers. DESIGN 50 (16F, 34M) patients and 30 (12F, 18M) age matched controls were clinically examined to assess the degree of wear (TWI). Each subject underwent electromyographic analysis (bilateral anterior temporalis, superficial masseter, anterior digastric and sternocleidomastoid muscles) and digital occlusal analysis. RESULTS Mean values of the electrical potentials of the mandible elevating muscles during clench were higher in the study group compared to the controls. A negative correlation was found between the temporalis and masseter muscle activities during clench and the mean value of TWI (r=-0.383, p=0.009; r=-0.447, p=0.002). Occlusion time was longer in the study group compared to controls (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS Mandibular adductors demonstrated lower muscular activities during clenching in the tooth wear patients; however, the cause of this finding is not certain. Prolongation of occlusion time may exacerbate occlusal surfaces wear or excessive wear may prolong occlusion time.
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- Teresa Sierpinska
- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Poland
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Levartovsky S, Matalon S, Sarig R, Baruch O, Winocur E. The association between dental wear and reduced vertical dimension of the face: a morphologic study on human skulls. Arch Oral Biol 2014; 60:174-80. [PMID: 25455132 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2014.09.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2014] [Revised: 07/20/2014] [Accepted: 09/28/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between dental wear and facial morphology, with particular reference to the occlusal vertical dimension, in modern human skulls. DESIGN One hundred and three skulls (52 men and 51 women) between the ages of 20 and 50+ years old were studied. The selected skulls were from a modern period (the 17th and the 18th centuries) and included at least one entire condyle and had at least 3 posterior teeth (premolar or molar) in each quadrant to allow for dental articulation. Occlusal wear was evaluated using ordinal scale (0-4) and vertical occlusal dimension was evaluated by measuring upper facial height (UFH), lower facial height (LFH), LFH-to-UFH ratio (L-U-R) and dental wear. Based on the occlusal wear score, two groups were defined: with and without significant wear. RESULTS Significant relation was observed between age and dental wear (P<0.01). No significant differences were found in the LFH (P=0.847) or UFH (P=0.108) between the two wear groups. In addition, no significant difference (P=0.132) was demonstrated in the LFH-to-UFH ratio between the groups. No difference was observed in the dental wear score between genders (P=0.321). CONCLUSION Within its limitations, this study demonstrated that dental wear does not influence the vertical dimension of occlusion. Our assumption is that the dento-facial complex fully compensates for the dental effects of wear throughout life.
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- S Levartovsky
- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Department of Anatomy and Anthropology, The Sackler School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel; Department of Anatomy and Anthropology, The Sackler School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- In Partial Fulfillment of a DMD Thesis, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Thakral G, Thakral R, Arora S, Sharma N, Chawla C. Amalgamating esthetics, function and comfort in full mouth rehabilitation - a case report. J Clin Diagn Res 2014; 8:ZD11-3. [PMID: 24959521 DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2014/8889.4293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2014] [Accepted: 04/07/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Restoration of aesthetics, function and comfort in badly compromised dentition and its supporting tissues often poses a great challenge. The long term success of such cases depends largely on simultaneous achieving of satisfying aesthetics and a harmonious occlusion. Proper examination, evaluation and diagnosis of the prevailing oral conditions serve as a prelude to a rationalized treatment plan and its ultimate success. Invariably, it also becomes significant to understand and recognize the consequences of long term negligence by the patient. An unattended such condition, apart from causing compromised oral functions may also lead to neuromuscular problems in and around temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) causing frequent pain in the region and unyielding headaches. Restoring physiologically advised health conditions from habitual positions and functions may require time, patience and effort by both - the patient and the dentist. A complete rehabilitation may also require involvement of more than one disciplines of dentistry. The case report highlights the contributions from prosthodontists, periodontists, endodontists and the radiologist as a team in complete rehabilitation of the patient.
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- Gk Thakral
- Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College & Hospital , Rishikesh, India
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- Professor, Department of Periodontology, Seema Dental College & Hospital , Rishikesh, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Conservative & Endodontics, Seema Dental College & Hospital , Rishikesh, India
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- Senior Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College & Hospital , Rishikesh, India
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- Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College & Hospital , Rishikesh, India
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Telang LA, Patil K, Mahima VG. Age estimation of an Indian population by using the Kim's scoring system of occlusal tooth wear. J Forensic Dent Sci 2014; 6:16-24. [PMID: 24695780 PMCID: PMC3970382 DOI: 10.4103/0975-1475.127765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [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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CONTEXT Age is one of the prime factors employed to establish the identity of an individual and the use of teeth for this purpose has been considered reliable. Tooth wear is widely accepted as a physiological consequence of aging and evaluation of tooth wear can be a simple and convenient tool to estimate age in adults. AIMS The present study was conducted to record the degree of tooth wear among Indian adults and to estimate their ages from the degree of tooth wear based on Kim's scoring system. MATERIALS AND METHODS Dental stone casts of 120 participants were used to assess the degree of occlusal tooth wear based on the criteria given by Kim et al. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS USED The age of all subjects was estimated based on these scores using multiple regression analysis function. RESULTS The degree of tooth wear showed a significant positive correlation with age in each and every examined tooth of both males and females. The predicted age was within ± 5 years of actual age in 70% of males and 68.3% females, and within ± 3 years of actual age in 50% of males and 50.1% of females. CONCLUSIONS Kim's scoring system has proven to be a useful tool in estimation of age using occlusal wear in an Indian population with a high level of accuracy in adults.
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- Lahari A Telang
- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Penang International Dental College, Butterworth, Penang, Malaysia
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, J.S.S. Dental College and Hospital, Mysore, India
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- Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, J.S.S. Dental College and Hospital, Mysore, India
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Sierpinska T, Konstantynowicz J, Orywal K, Golebiewska M, Szmitkowski M. Copper deficit as a potential pathogenic factor of reduced bone mineral density and severe tooth wear. Osteoporos Int 2014; 25:447-54. [PMID: 23797848 PMCID: PMC3906556 DOI: 10.1007/s00198-013-2410-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2013] [Accepted: 05/30/2013] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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UNLABELLED The study evaluated if men and women with severe tooth wear were at increased risk of general bone loss. Enamel biopsies obtained from 50 subjects aged 47.5 ± 5 years showed decreased copper content, which was associated with reduced spine bone mineral density, suggesting deficits of this trace element contributing to bone demineralization, enamel attrition, and deteriorated quality of mineralized tissues. INTRODUCTION The objective of this cross-sectional study was to assess associations between enamel trace minerals and bone mineral density (BMD) in severe tooth wear. We hypothesized that similar factors contributed to both the excessive abrasion of dental enamel and reduced BMD in subjects with tooth wear. METHODS Fifty patients aged 47.5 ± 5 years with severe tooth wear and 20 age-, sex-, and body mass index (BMI)-matched healthy volunteers with normal dental status were studied regarding dietary intakes of trace elements, serum and salivary copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), and calcium (Ca) concentrations, and serum PTH, osteocalcin, and hydroxyvitamin D levels. Tooth wear was determined using clinical examination based on standard protocol according to Smith and Knight. In all subjects, acid biopsies of the maxillary central incisors were carried out to assess mineral composition of the enamel. Atomic absorption spectroscopy with an air/acetylene flame was used to measure Ca and Zn, and graphite furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy was used to analyze Cu content. BMD was examined using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry. RESULTS Tooth wear patients had reduced lumbar spine, but not femoral, BMD relative to controls (p < 0.001). No differences were found in enamel Ca concentration and Zn content was slightly higher in tooth wear patients than in controls whereas Cu content was significantly decreased in the patients: 19.59 ± 16.4 vs 36.86 ± 26.1 μg/l (p = 0.01) despite similar levels of Cu in serum and saliva. The differences were independent of serum 25-OH-D, osteocalcin concentrations or PTH either. CONCLUSION Severe tooth wear is associated with reduced spinal BMD. Enamel in adult individuals with severe tooth wear is low in copper content. Therefore, further work is needed to determine whether copper plays a role in bone pathophysiology in these patients.
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- T. Sierpinska
- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics and Developmental Disorders, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
- Department of Pediatrics and Developmental Disorders, Medical University of Bialystok Children’s Teaching Hospital, Waszyngtona Street 17, 15-274 Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Biochemical Diagnostics, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Biochemical Diagnostics, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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Levartovsky S, Gavish A, Nagar Y, Sarphati L, Levartovsky D, Winocur E. The association between dental status and temporomandibular osseous changes: a morphological study on Roman-Byzantine skeletons. J Oral Rehabil 2012; 39:888-95. [DOI: 10.1111/joor.12001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- S. Levartovsky
- Department of Oral Rehabilitation; The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; Beilinson Hospital; Rabin Medical Center; Sackler School of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Studies; Israel Antiquities Authority; Jerusalem
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- The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv
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- Department of Rheumatology; Sourasky Medical Center; Sackler School of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation; The Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv
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Use of zirconia to restore severely worn dentition: a case report. Case Rep Dent 2012; 2012:324597. [PMID: 22988528 PMCID: PMC3440847 DOI: 10.1155/2012/324597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2012] [Accepted: 08/12/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The management of tooth wear has been a subject of increasing interest from both preventive and restorative points of view. Severe tooth wear is frequently multifactorial and variable. Successful management is a subject of interest in dentistry. A critical aspect is to determine the occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) and a systematic approach that can lead to a predictable and favorable treatment prognosis. Management of patients with worn dentition is complex and difficult. Accurate clinical and radiographic examinations, a diagnostic wax-up, and determining OVD are crucial. This paper describes the full-mouth rehabilitation of a 47-year-old bruxer with a severely worn dentition.
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The purpose of this article is to discuss the clinical considerations related to increasing the occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) when restoring a patient's dentition. Thorough extraoral and intraoral evaluations are mandatory to assess the suitability of increasing OVD. In the literature, multiple techniques have been proposed to quantify OVD loss. However, the techniques lack consistency and reliability, which in turn affects the decision of whether to increase the OVD. Therefore, increasing OVD should be determined on the basis of the dental restorative needs and aesthetic demands. In general, a minimal increase in OVD should be applied, though a 5 mm maximum increase in OVD can be justified to provide adequate occlusal space for the restorative material and to improve anterior teeth aesthetics. The literature reflects the safety of increasing the OVD permanently, and although signs and symptoms may develop, these are usually of an interim nature. Whenever indicated, the increase in OVD should be achieved with fixed restorations rather than a removable appliance, due to the predictable patient adaptation. The exception to this is for patients with TMD, where increasing the OVD should still be achieved using removable appliances to control TMD-associated symptoms before considering any form of irreversible procedure.
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- J Abduo
- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia.
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Some of the efforts that have been made to document tooth wear are reviewed here with an emphasis on nonhuman mammals, literature with which dentists may not be very familiar. We project a change in research strategy from the description of wear at various scales of measurement towards investigation of the mechanical mechanisms that actually create the texture of a worn surface. These studies should reveal exactly how tooth tissue is lost and what aspects of the structure of dental tissues affect this. The most important aspects of the interaction between the tooth surface and wear particles would appear to be particle size, particle shape, their mechanical properties with respect to those of tooth tissues, and the influence of saliva.
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Current concepts on the management of tooth wear: part 1. Assessment, treatment planning and strategies for the prevention and the passive management of tooth wear. Br Dent J 2012; 212:17-27. [DOI: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2011.1099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 97] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/14/2011] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Katsoulis J, Nikitovic SG, Spreng S, Neuhaus K, Mericske-Stern R. Prosthetic rehabilitation and treatment outcome of partially edentulous patients with severe tooth wear: 3-Years results. J Dent 2011; 39:662-71. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2011.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2011] [Revised: 07/22/2011] [Accepted: 07/23/2011] [Indexed: 10/17/2022] Open
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Tooth wear has been recognised as a major problem in dentistry. Epidemiological studies have reported an increasing prevalence of tooth wear and general dental practitioners see a greater number of patients seeking treatment with worn dentition. Although the dental literature contains numerous publications related to management and rehabilitation of tooth wear of varying aetiologies, our understanding of the aetiology and pathogenesis of tooth wear is still limited. The wear behaviour of dental biomaterials has also been extensively researched to improve our understanding of the underlying mechanisms and for the development of restorative materials with good wear resistance. The complex nature of tooth wear indicates challenges for conducting in vitro and in vivo wear investigations and a clear correlation between in vitro and in vivo data has not been established. The objective was to critically review the peer reviewed English-language literature pertaining to prevalence and aetiology of tooth wear and wear investigations in dentistry identified through a Medline search engine combined with hand-searching of the relevant literature, covering the period between 1960 and 2011.
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- A Lee
- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.
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Palaniappan S, Elsen L, Lijnen I, Peumans M, Van Meerbeek B, Lambrechts P. Nanohybrid and microfilled hybrid versus conventional hybrid composite restorations: 5-year clinical wear performance. Clin Oral Investig 2011; 16:181-90. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-010-0500-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2009] [Accepted: 12/27/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Guidoni G, Swain M, Jäger I. Nano-scale sliding contact deformation behaviour of enamel under wet and dry conditions. JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE. MATERIALS IN MEDICINE 2010; 21:1195-1203. [PMID: 20145979 DOI: 10.1007/s10856-010-3988-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2008] [Accepted: 01/04/2010] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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The abrasion response of cross sectional areas of enamel was studied by sliding a rounded diamond conical nano-indenter tip across the surface. The nano-indenter tip (radius approximately 1,200 nm) was scanned over a specific squared area with a load of 400 microN. Two different environments were chosen: Hank's balanced salt solution (HBSS) and atmospheric laboratory condition. SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy) and AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy) were used to characterize the final abraded areas. In addition, single scratches with linear incremented load were performed. The normal load and displacement data were utilized in a complementary manner to support the proposed deformation mechanisms. Greater orientation dependence for the case of the single scratches in relation to the abrasion tests was found. The latter results are discussed in terms of plastic deformation effects. The abrasion mechanisms were found to be the same for both wet and dry measurements and similar to that described in a previous study (Guidoni et al., Wear 266:60-68, 2009; Guidoni, Nano-scale mechanical and tribological properties of mineralized tissues. PhD. Montan University Leoben, Leoben, Austria, 2008). However, scratch deformation under fluid measurements shows greater recovery effects and abrasion resistance.
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- Department of Materials Physics, University of Leoben, Leoben, Austria.
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The effect of air-polishing abrasives on wear of direct restoration materials and sealants. J Am Dent Assoc 2010; 141:63-70. [PMID: 20045823 DOI: 10.14219/jada.archive.2010.0022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Enamel: From brittle to ductile like tribological response. J Dent 2008; 36:786-94. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2008.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2008] [Revised: 05/19/2008] [Accepted: 05/20/2008] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Ekfeldt A, Carlsson GE. Dental status and oral function in an adult group of subjects with thalidomide embryopathy - a clinical and questionnaire study. Acta Odontol Scand 2008; 66:300-6. [PMID: 18720052 DOI: 10.1080/00016350802307638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of the study was to present the results of an oral examination of individuals with thalidomide embryopathy in relation to dental conditions and functional aspects of the masticatory system, with a special focus on tooth wear. MATERIAL AND METHODS All 108 subjects with thalidomide embryopathy living in Sweden were invited to participate in a comprehensive investigation, and approximately one-third, 31 subjects (13 F and 18 M, aged 45-49 years), took part. The methods included a questionnaire and clinical and radiographic examinations. RESULTS Most of the subjects had regular dental care, which they in general considered sufficient. All except one always brushed their teeth themselves. One subject had limited mouth opening (25 mm). There were no great deviations from normal anatomy and function of the masticatory system. Caries and periodontal conditions were also normal. Regurgitation was reported by 42% of the subjects. Tooth wear was more extensive than in comparable age groups. About a third of the subjects had Class III or edge-to-edge occlusion. CONCLUSIONS In general, subjects with thalidomide embryopathy had no great deviations in dental conditions from people of the same age in the general population except for an increased rate of tooth wear and a higher prevalence of prenormal jaw relations. Tooth wear was related less to use of the teeth as tools and more to dental erosion associated, among other things, with a high rate of regurgitation.
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Bajada SB. [Not Available]. L' ORTHODONTIE FRANCAISE 2008; 79:183-195. [PMID: 18786347 DOI: 10.1051/orthodfr:2008015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Severe tooth wear is discussed from the perspective of appreciating the aetiologic background of the problem. A multifactorial basis is acknowledged for the extensively worn dentition and efforts to eliminate or minimize these underlying factors are important. The management of a case of severe incisal and occlusal wear can adopt different approaches. The author proposes the rationale and advantages for involving orthodontic preparation as part of the occlusal rehabilitation.
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Tsiggos N, Tortopidis D, Hatzikyriakos A, Menexes G. Association between self-reported bruxism activity and occurrence of dental attrition, abfraction, and occlusal pits on natural teeth. J Prosthet Dent 2008; 100:41-6. [DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3913(08)60135-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Toit ND, Bezensek B, Dixon PM. Comparison of the microhardness of enamel, primary and regular secondary dentine of the incisors of donkeys and horses. Vet Rec 2008; 162:272-5. [PMID: 18310559 DOI: 10.1136/vr.162.9.272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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The microhardness of the enamel, primary dentine and regular secondary dentine of seven donkey and six horse incisors was determined with a Knoop indenter at the subocclusal and mid-tooth level. The mean microhardnesses of the donkey incisor enamel, primary dentine and secondary dentine were 264.6 63.00 and 53.6 Knoop Hardness Number, respectively. There was no significant difference between the microhardness of the enamel and primary dentine on the incisors of the donkeys and horses, but the microhardness of the regular secondary dentine of the donkeys' incisors at the mid-tooth level was slightly but significantly less than that of the horses. There was also a difference in the microhardness of the secondary dentine between the subocclusal and mid-tooth levels in both donkey and horse incisors.
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- Division of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh, Easter Bush Veterinary Centre, Roslin, Midlothian EH25 9RG
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Hayashi M, Shimizu K, Takeshige F, Ebisu S. Restoration of erosion associated with gastroesophageal reflux caused by anorexia nervosa using ceramic laminate veneers: a case report. Oper Dent 2007; 32:306-10. [PMID: 17555184 DOI: 10.2341/06-102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Clinical Relevance
Ceramic laminate veneers are useful to restore incisors suffering from severe erosion.
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- Mikako Hayashi
- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka, Japan.
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the validity of the modified Kim's scoring system as a practical method of recording occlusal tooth wear and estimating age. For this purpose, 1092 pairs of maxillary and mandibular full-arch casts were randomly selected, scored, and analyzed. The results showed that the modified Kim's scoring system had excellent reliability, and that occlusal tooth wear had a positive correlation with age. Tooth wear scores of all teeth except the two lower central incisors were higher in males than in females. Calculating tables for age estimation were designed by multiple linear regression analysis. Estimated ages were within +/-5 years of actual ages in 63.5% of male subjects, and 64.0% of female subjects. The accuracy of age estimation was increased when the subjects were divided into two age groups and data were re-analyzed. Collectively, it was shown that the modified Kim's scoring system is a reliable and accurate method for age estimation, and that the data from these 1092 individuals can be used as a standard for age estimation of Korean adults.
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- Jong-Il Yun
- Department of Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis, School of Dentistry & Dental Research Institute, Seoul National University, Yunkeon-Dong 28, Chongro-Ku, Seoul 110-749, Korea
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Stober T, Lutz T, Gilde H, Rammelsberg P. Wear of resin denture teeth by two-body contact. Dent Mater 2006; 22:243-9. [PMID: 16084585 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2005.03.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2004] [Accepted: 03/22/2005] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to examine the two-body wear resistance of nine different resin denture teeth and one experimental material. METHODS The two-body wear test was performed in a chewing simulator with an antagonistic Al(2)O(3) ball under an axial load of 40 N for 100,000 cycles. In each test series, an enamel sample was included as a reference. The wear was determined with an optical 3D surface profilometer. For statistical evaluation, SPSS for Windows was used. RESULTS The samples of Artiplus (18.7-SD 21.0) and e-Ha (21.2-SD 15.1) showed the lowest volumetric wear (in mm(3)x10(-3)) after 100,000 cycles. The difference from the other materials tested, except NC Veracia Posterior, was statistically significant (p=0.001-0.037). SR-Postaris-DCL (55.0-SD 6.8), SR-Orthosit-PE (61.1-SD 12.4) and Vitapan (72.1-SD 15.9) exhibited medium-sized wear values with low dispersion, whereas Orthognat (80.1-SD 31.6), Premium 8 (84.6-SD 31.4), NC Veracia Posterior (87.0-SD 52.7), SR-Orthotyp-PE (114.6-SD 28.0) and Trubyte Portrait (123.0-SD 45.6) showed high wear values with great variations. Statistically provable differences were found between SR-Orthotyp-PE and SR-Postaris-DCL (p=0.019) and also between SR-Orthotyp-PE and SR-Orthosit-PE (p=0.031). For enamel, a medium-sized wear value of 66.1-SD 76.8 was determined. SIGNIFICANCE The denture teeth examined showed differences in two-body wear resistance. The wear values determined were in some cases higher and in others lower than those of natural enamel. A definite connection between the wear resistance and the chemical composition of the materials could not be found in this investigation.
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- Thomas Stober
- Department of Prosthodontics, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Poliklinik für Zahnärztliche Prothetik'Im Neuenheimer Field 400, D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany.
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Ganddini MR, Al-Mardini M, Graser GN, Almog D. Maxillary and mandibular overlay removable partial dentures for the restoration of worn teeth. J Prosthet Dent 2004; 91:210-4. [PMID: 15060487 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2003.12.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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This clinical report describes the fabrication of maxillary and mandibular cast overlay removable partial dentures for the restoration of severely worn teeth with accompanying loss of vertical dimension of occlusion. The frameworks supported porcelain veneers for esthetics and metal occlusal surfaces for strength and durability.
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Santos CN, Kato MT, Conti PCR. [Assessment of clinical proceedings adopted by dental professionals regarding the employment of ceramic fused to metal crowns]. J Appl Oral Sci 2003; 11:290-300. [PMID: 21394403 DOI: 10.1590/s1678-77572003000400004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2002] [Accepted: 10/01/2003] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The current features of ceramic fused to metal crowns were evaluated by means of a questionnaire composed by 20 questions concerning the use of this type of restoration in the daily dental practice of professionals from Aracaju, Bauru and post-graduation students in the area of dental prosthesis. The conclusions were as follows: 1. Ceramic fused to metal crowns are the most employed restorations in Dentistry. 2. Most dentists regard ceramic fused to metal crowns as successful restorations, indicating ceramic occlusal surfaces for most of the patients. 3. Even though most professionals use nickel-chromium alloys in ceramic fused to metal crowns for their patients, they prefer the use of noble and semi-noble alloys for restorations in their own mouths. 4. The majority of the interviewees employ ceramic fused to metal crowns for rehabilitation of anterior teeth (57.23%). Nevertheless, this was due to the fact that 78% of the dentists from Aracaju preferred this type of restoration, whereas in Bauru most professionals and students make use of ceramic crowns. 5. Most professionals apply zinc phosphate cement for the placement of ceramic fused to metal crowns. Most of them prefer to use Vita porcelain (34.34%), compared to 13.86% for the Noritake and Dulceram Plus porcelains. 6. The most desired improvement for ceramic fused to metal crowns was the possibility of easy repair.
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Jokstad A, Bayne S, Blunck U, Tyas M, Wilson N. Quality of dental restorations. FDI Commission Project 2-95. Int Dent J 2001; 51:117-58. [PMID: 11563679 DOI: 10.1002/j.1875-595x.2001.tb00832.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 124] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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- A Jokstad
- Institute of Clinical Dentistry, Dental Faculty, University of Oslo, Blindern, Norway.
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Amin WM, Al-Omoush SA, Hattab FN. Oral health status of workers exposed to acid fumes in phosphate and battery industries in Jordan. Int Dent J 2001; 51:169-74. [PMID: 11563682 DOI: 10.1002/j.1875-595x.2001.tb00835.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the prevalence and nature of oral health problems among workers exposed to acid fumes in two industries in Jordan. SETTING Jordan's Phosphate Mining Company and a main private battery factory. DESIGN Comparison of general and oral health conditions between workers exposed to acid fumes and control group from the same workplace. SUBJECTS AND METHODS The sample consisted of 68 subjects from the phosphate industry (37 acid workers and 31 controls) drawn as a sample of convenience and 39 subjects from a battery factory (24 acid workers and 15 controls). Structured questionnaires on medical and dental histories were completed by interview. Clinical examinations were carried out to assess dental erosion, oral hygiene, and gingival health using the appropriate indices. Data were statistically analysed using Wilcoxon rank-sum test to assess the significance of differences between results attained by acid workers and control groups for the investigated parameters. RESULTS Differences in the erosion scores between acid workers in both industries and their controls were highly significant (P<0.05). In both industries, acid workers showed significantly higher oral hygiene scores, obtained by adding the debris and calculus scores, and gingival index scores than their controls (P<0.05). The single most common complaint was tooth hypersensitivity (80%) followed by dry mouth (77%) on average. CONCLUSION Exposure to acid fumes in the work place was significantly associated with dental erosion and deteriorated oral health status. Such exposure was also detrimental to general health. Findings pointed to the need of establishing appropriate educational, preventive and treatment measures coupled with efficient surveillance and environmental monitoring for detection of acid fumes in the workplace atmosphere.
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Sato S, Hotta TH, Pedrazzi V. Removable occlusal overlay splint in the management of tooth wear: a clinical report. J Prosthet Dent 2000; 83:392-5. [PMID: 10756287 DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3913(00)70032-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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- S Sato
- School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Muylle S, Simoens P, Verbeeck R, Ysebaert MT, Lauwers H. Dental wear in horses in relation to the microhardness of enamel and dentine. Vet Rec 1999; 144:558-61. [PMID: 10371014 DOI: 10.1136/vr.144.20.558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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The microhardness of enamel, primary dentine and secondary dentine was determined in the incisor teeth of 39 horses of three different breeds, trotter horses, Belgian draft horses and Arab horses. Using a microhardness tester fitted with a Knoop diamond indenter, the overall Knoop Hardness Number was determined for each tissue, and the influence of breed and age on the hardness were evaluated. Enamel and secondary dentine were significantly harder in Arab horses than in trotters and Belgian draft horses, but there were no significant differences between draft horses and trotter horses in the hardness of their enamel and dentine.
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- S Muylle
- Department of Morphology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, UG, Merelbeke, Belgium
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Koczorowski R, Włoch S. Evaluation of wear of selected prosthetic materials in contact with enamel and dentin. J Prosthet Dent 1999; 81:453-9. [PMID: 10095216 DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3913(99)80013-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM The proper choice of prosthetic materials for restoration of occlusal surfaces is important for the protection of the hard tissue of the opposing teeth and for regular functioning of the stomatognathic system. PURPOSE This study evaluated the resistance to wear of gold, Palliag M, Dentacolor, Chromasit, and Stellon materials and the enamel and dentin of natural teeth during functional contacts in an artificial oral environment with and without an abrasion material (Al2 O3 ). MATERIAL AND METHODS The 5 nonceramic prosthetic materials used in the restoration of occlusal surfaces of fixed partial dentures were examined in contact with enamel and dentin during a simulated masticatory process in 2 environments (with and without abrasion). Wear was evaluated by means of a special device designed for wear examination. RESULTS The findings highlighted that the wear of nonceramic prosthetic materials in contact with enamel or dentin was similar. Dentin showed greater wear when in contact with these materials than with the enamel surface. CONCLUSION Artificial environmental factors significantly influenced the wear of the hard tissue of teeth, especially when in contact with materials having low microhardness.
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- R Koczorowski
- Institute of Dentistry, University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland
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Bell EJ, Kaidonis J, Townsend G, Richards L. Comparison of exposed dentinal surfaces resulting from abrasion and erosion. Aust Dent J 1998; 43:362-6. [PMID: 9848991 DOI: 10.1111/j.1834-7819.1998.tb00190.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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The aim of this study was to compare the shape of exposed dentinal surfaces caused by abrasion and erosion with a view to developing a diagnostic clinical test. The study material consisted of 80 natural teeth and 129 dental models obtained from Australian Aborigines known to display considerable dental abrasion due to their diet, and dental models of 37 Caucasians diagnosed with dental erosion through detailed history and dietary analysis. Polyvinyl siloxane impressions were obtained of all occlusal surfaces with dentinal scooping in both the 'abrasion' and 'erosion' groups. All impressions were sectioned buccolingually through the deepest point of the scooped dentine, and then the profiles were photocopied at x2 magnification. The breadth and depth of dentinal profiles were measured to an accuracy of 0.1 mm, enabling ratios of depth:breadth to be determined, and the position of the deepest part of each scooped surface was recorded. The mean depth:breadth ratio of scooped dentine was significantly greater in the Aboriginal natural teeth (0.19 +/- 0.06, mean +/- SE) than in the Aboriginal dental models (0.15 +/- 0.04). Both Aboriginal natural teeth and models with abrasion showed significantly smaller ratios (p < 0.05) than the Caucasian models showing erosion (0.33 +/- 0.07). Furthermore, in the abrasion samples, the deepest region of the scooped dentine tended to be lingually placed more often in maxillary teeth but buccally placed more often in mandibular teeth (p < 0.05). These results indicate that scooped dentine on abraded occlusal surfaces of teeth displays significant differences in shape compared with that caused mainly by erosion.
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- E J Bell
- Department of Dentistry, University of Adelaide, Australia
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