1.The effects of different treatments of tooth extraction wound on alveolar bone healing
Xu SUN ; Fusheng DONG ; Guiyun REN ; Ning LI ; Xudong ZHANG
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):557-559
Bilateral mandibular first molars of 36 rabbits were extracted.The tooth extraction wounds were treated by:platelet-rich fibrin +acellular dermal matrix(group A),platelet-rich fibrin(group B),acellular dermal matrix (group C) and without treatment (group D,the control) (n =9) respectively.The measurments of alveolar bone height and width showed that there were no significant differences among groups at different times(P > 0.05).Bone histomorphometry showed that at the 2th and 4th week,the best result was found in group A(P<0.01).While,at the 8th week,the result of group A was still better than that of other 3 ones (P < 0.01),but group B and C showed no significant difference(P > 0.05).The combination of PRF and ADM shows the most significant effect.
2.An in vitro study of re-mineralization of enamel with early caries in primary teeth treated by NaF-chitosan gel
Hongyan ZHOU ; Ruijue ZANG ; Jue WANG ; Qian LIU ; Xiaomin ZHANG ; Ling CAO ; Yufeng MEI
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):550-553
Objective:To estimate the remineralization of enamel of primary teeth with early caries protreated by NaF-chitosan gel.Methods:Early stage caries was created on anterior primary teeth.The samples were divided into 4 groups randomly (n =6),and treated by NaF-chitosan gel,chitosan gel,duraphat and non-treatment(the control) respectively.Then all samples were underwent a 7days pH cycle.Then samples were tested with SEM and EDS.Data were analyzed with SPSS 19.Results:The SEM data showed that chitosan gel protected the enamel surface from being mined by erosion.NaF-chitosan gel group showed more mineral crystal formation on the enamel surface.The NaF-chitosan gel group showed more Ca remineralized on the enamel surface.Conclusion:NaF-chitosan gel can increase the remineraliztion of on the anterior primary teeth with early stage caries.
3.The effects and safety of triamcinolone acetonide oral ointment in the treatment of erosive oral lichen planus
Qinglan LIU ; Lin LIU ; Liuyang LI ; Yuan FAN
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):536-540
Objective:To study the effects and safety of triamcinolone acetonide oral ointment in the treatment of erosive oral lichen planus(EOLP).Methods:62 cases with EOLP were randomly divided into 2 groups.The patients in test group(n =29) were treated by local application of triamcinolone acetonide oral ointment (TAOO),oral administration of hydmxychloroquine(HCQ) and gargle with cetylpyridinium chloride buccal tablets(CCBT),in control group (n =33) by HCQ and CCBT.The patients were followed up for 4 weeks.The changes of the erosion area and the VAS pain degree of the patients were analysed at the first visit,the second week and the fourth week follow-up respectively.The safety indexes were examined at the first visit and the fourth week follow-up respectively.Results:TAOO accelerated the erosion surface healing of EOLP in 2 weeks(P < 0.05),and reduced the pain index of the patients (P<0.05),but after 4 week treatment,no significant difference was observed between 2 groups (P > 0.05).Fungal infection was found in 4 cases in test group.Conclusion:Local application of TAOO combined with oral administration of HCQ and gargle with CCBT is more effective than HCQ and CCBT in the treatment of EOLP,attention should be paid to prevent fungal infection.
4.The role of TRPM7 ion channel in the proliferation and migration of oral squamous cancer cells
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):531-535
Objective:To investigate the role of the transient receptor potential melastatin subfamily member 7 (TRPM7) ion channel in the proliferation and migration of oral squamous cancer cells OC2.Methods:The expression of TRPM7 in OC2 cells was examined by western blotting,RT-PCR and indirect immunofluorescence assay.The influence of TRPM7 on cell proliferation and migration under the inhibition of TRPM7 ion channel with 2-APB or siRNA TRPM7 in OC2 cells was examined by MTT and Transwell respectively.The influence of PI3K/AKT signal pathway on the expression of TRPM7 in OC2 cells was tested by Western blotting.The change of positive ion current when the OC2 cells were treated with TRPM7 inhibitor and activator was explored with patch clamp technique.Results:TRPM7 overexpression in OC2 cells mainly in the cytoplasm was observed,siRNA TRPM7 downregulated the expression of TRPM7.Inhibition of TRPM7 (2-APB or siRNA TRPM7) inhibited the growth and proliferation of OC2 cells in a time-and dose-dependent manner.Blockage of TRPM7 ion channel inhibited the migration capacity of OC2 cells.Inhibition of TRPM7 downregulated the expression of phosphorylated AKT and phosphorylated ERK.Patch clamp assay showed the activation of TRPM7-like current in OC2 cells.2-APB could weaken this current while Bradykinin could enhance the current.Conclusion:TRPM7 may regulate the proliferation and migration of oral cancer cells by the regulation of PI3K/AKT and MAPK/ERK signal pathways and cell positive current.
5.The relationship between inflammatory factor expression and cell apoptosis in gingival tissue of the subjects with diabetes associated periodontitis
Tielou CHEN ; Xinhai ZHANG ; Erli XU ; Dahai TANG ; Haijun ZHAO ; Yimin XU ; Xiaoli ZHANG ; Wei LUAN ; Jin LIU ; Jun CHEN ; Liting MA
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):518-521
Objective:To study the relationship between IL-1β and TNFα expression and cell apoptosis in gingival tissue of the subjects with diabetes associated periodontitis(DAP).Methods:20 cases of DAP(group DAP) and 20 cases of health controls(group H)were included.The cell apoptosis and the ultrastructural changes in gingival tissue were observed by Tunnel staining and transmission electron microscope (TEM).IL-1β and TNFα expression in gingival tissue were detected by immunohistochemical staining.SBI,GI,PD and AL of the subjects were measured.The relationship between the level of IL-1β,TNFα and the cell appotosis was analyzed.Results:Apoptosis was obvious in prickle cells and basal cells of gingival tissue of DAP group.The percentage of apoptosis cells of DAP group was significantly higher than that of group H(P<0.01).The expression of IL-1β and TNFα in group DAP was significant higher than that of group H (P<0.01),and the mainly positive expression cells were macrophages,plasmocytes and lymphocytes.Conclusion:IL-1β and TNFα play a role in cell apoptosis in the gingival tissue of the patients with DAP.
6.The effects of modified adhesion retention on the surrounding tissues of dental implant
Yujiao CAO ; Wanli CHEN ; Hongmei XIE ; Yangyang YU ; Jinrui SU
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):514-517
Objective:To investigate effects of the modified adhesion retention on the surrounding tissues of dental implant.Methods:182 patients with tooth defects were randomly divided into 2 groups,The patients in control group (n =89) received the traditional retention,in the test group(n =93) received modified adhesion retention.The bone loss at the near and far edges of the implant,alveolar bone height and thickness,the pictorial view of pink esthetic score variables(PES),the modified plaque index(mPLI),the modified sulcus bleeding index (mSBI) and the satisfaction were recorded and compared 1 year after treatment.Results:Compared with control group,the test group showed less bone loss(P<0.05),more alveolar bone height and thickness(P<0.05).The satisfaction of the comfort,chewing and language function,retention,esthetics,PES,mPLI and mSBI improved to varying degrees(P<0.05).Conclusion:The modified adhesion retention is more effective than the traditional retention in stabilizing the bone support of implant and reduce bacterial infection.
7.Color doppler ultrasound study of the embolism and sclerotherapy of fibrin glue combined with bleomycin for the treatment of cervicofacial vascular malformations
Jun GUO ; Chunyi ZHANG ; Zhiwei YAN ; Xia YANG ; Liqiang SHI ; Pei WANG ; Yaowu YANG
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):510-513
Objective:To explore the mechanism of the embolism and sclerotherapy of fibrin glue combined with bleomycin (FG/BLM) for the treatment of cervicofacial vascular malformations by color doppler ultrasound.Methods:10 patients with venous malformation(VM) and 10 patients with arterio-venous malformation(AVM) were included.All patients underwent embolism and sclerotherapy of FG/BLM guided by ultrasound.Color doppler ultrasound was used to record the real-time two-dimensional ultrasonography and color doppler image.The flow and distribution of FG/BLM after injection into the lesions were observed.Results:Two-dimensional ultrasonography showed clumps or flake strong echo after immediate injection of FG/BLM into the cavity of VMs,then floated in the abnormal venous lumen and diffused throughout the cavity.At the later stage the lesions were filled by a large number of flocculent and netted low echo,and patchy strong echo.The volume of VMs cavity expanded dramaticlly,and the blood flow signal was significantly decreased.After injection of FG/BLM into the lumen of AVMs,clumps or flake strong echo were observed,then most of the snowflake strong echo rapidly filled or scattered along with blood stream to the distal part of the vessels.The color doppler showed significantly decrease of blood flow signal.Conclusion:FG/BLM injection can embolize and block the draining vein of VM,and play a role on the storage of sclerozing agent.FG/BLM injection can embolize both the dilated blood vessels and capillary network of AVM.
8.The effects of nicardipine induced controlled hypotension in patients underwent orthognathic surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Likuan WANG ; Binghua LI ; Xudong YANG
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):503-509
Objective:To evaluate the clinical effects of nicardipine for induced controlled hypotension in patients underwent orthognathic surgery.Methods:The related trails were searched from English and Chinese literature databases.The quality of the RCTs was evaluated by 2 indepandent reviewers.The data were statistical analyzed using the Rev Man 5.3.3 software.Results:5 RCTs with 248 patients were included.Meta-analysis and descriptive analysis indicated that blood loss of nicardipine group was more than that of remifentanil group [WMD =43.85,95% CI(20.52,67.18)].There was no significant difference in blood loss between nicardipine group and dexmedetomidine group and nitroglycerin group.There was no significant difference in transfusion between nicardipine group and the control group.Nicardipine increased the heart rate during controlled hypotension and caused QT prolongation (P < 0.001).Nicardipine had no adverse effects on cerebral oxygen saturation and neurophysiological function.Urinary N-acetyl-1-b-D-glucosaminidase was lower in nicardipine group than that in remifentanil group (P < 0.05).Conclusion:Nicaridpine is effective in the induced controlled hypotension during orthognathic surgery,with potential renal protective effect.However,it is not better than the remifentanil on reducing the blood loss.Nicardipine can increase the heart rate and prolong the QT interval during the controlled hypotension.
9.The effects of Herbst two phase treatment on temporomandibular joint position analyzed by CBCT
Weiwei CHEN ; Jun WU ; Ting SANG ; Zhen HUANG
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):496-499
Objective:To assess the effects of Herbst two phase treatment on temporomandibular joint(TMJ) position analyzed by CBCT.Methods:15 patients of permanent dentition with class Ⅱ malocclusion combined with mandibular retrusion were treated by Herbst appliance as the 1st phase,then the 4 1st premolars of each patient were extracted,the fixed appliance of edgewise was applied as the 2nd phase of treatment.CBCT examination was carried out at the following stages:2 weeks before Herbst treatment(T1),at the start of the treatment when Herbst appliance was placed(T2),immediately after Herbst appliance was removed(T3) and immediately after the edgewise appliance was removed(T4).The InvivoDental software was used to calculate the joint space of TMJ from the three -dimensional CBCT images.The acquired data were then statistically analyzed.Results:During T1-T2-T3 stages,the anterior joint space was decreased and then increased,superior joint space and posterior joint space were increased and then decreased.During T3-T4 stages,the superior joint space and posterior joint space decreased further,but anterior joint space did not change.No significant difference was found in the anterior joint space,superior joint space and posterior joint space between T1 and T4 stage.Conclusion:At the start of treatment with Herbst appliance,the condyle is displaced in an anterior and inferior direction.At the end of functional treatment,especially the end of two phase treatment,the condyle is drawed back nearly to the original position.
10.The value of 3D print technique in the precious reconstruction of the defects and malformations of maxillofacial bone
Guanghui YANG ; Rongtao YUAN ; Jing WANG ; Yanshan LIU ; Muyun JIA ; Qian DONG
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2017;33(4):492-495
Objective:To study the value of 3D print technique in the reconstruction of the defects and malformations of oral and maxillofacial bone.Methods:6 cases with defects and malformations of oral and maxillofacial bone were examined by CT scanning,treated by the implantation of 3D printed implants.Results:Before operation,3D printed model clearly showed the status of the defects and malformations for the precious preoperative implant shaping.The implants for the reconstruction were prepared by 3D print techinique.Perfect reconstruction of the defects was achieved.Conclusion:3 D printing technology exerts promising values in the precious and effective reconstruction of the defects and malformations of maxillofacial bones.