Heritable dentin defects: Nosology,pathology, and treatment

Heritable dentin defects have been divided into 2 main categories: dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI) and dentin dysplasia (DD). Recent studies have shown that they share many features in common. Of the connective tissue diseases, only osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) has been linked to these disorders. So far, no definitive relation between the type of OI and the dental involvement can be established. Familial occurrence of DI with OI cannot be comprehensively explained by mutations in type I collagen genes. No information about the gene defects in DD is available. At the ultrastructural level, the organization of the normally cross-striated collagen fibers in the dentin matrix varies markedly in patients affected by DI.     

Osteogenesis imperfecta lethal in infancy: Case report and scanning electron microscopic studies of the deciduous teeth

Radiologic evaluation of the skeleton and scanning electron microscopic studies of the teeth were performed on an infant boy with a lethal osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) syndrome who died at 10 mo of pneumonia. The skeletal findings included ribs that were focally expanded by fracture calluses, flat vertebral bodies, and wide limb bones. On fractured tooth surfaces, the enamel and dentin were normal as was the dentin calcification front. Although microscopic abnormalities have been noted in teeth from previously reported infants with lethal OI, a few studies also report infants with normal teeth. These differences in dental findings may indicate heterogeneity in OI lethal in infancy. Results of our study indicate that, until the primary biochemical defects in the OI syndromes are elucidated, examination of teeth from other infants with lethal OI and detailed evaluation of other clinical and skeletal features will aid in delineating heterogeneity and variation in expression in lethal OI.     

钙化牙本质中神经分布的研究

目的：研究牙本质神经的分布,为牙本质的感觉机制寻找组织学的基础。方法：用健康、发育成熟、新鲜的离体人恒牙做标本。经过EDTA脱钙制成切片。先行染色,后采用光学显微镜及透射电镜进行观察。结果：发现神经纤维及其末梢分布于钙化本质全层,直至釉牙本质界,近表面神经末特别密集。其末梢在光镜下呈结节状或串珠状。电镜下见该结节是神经微纤维分散到组织中,或两末梢的相互吻合。结论：牙本质神经分布的研究结果为牙本质感觉的神经机制学说找到了组织学的基础。     

三种烤瓷贴面牙体预备的临床修复效果评价

:【目的】评价 3种烤瓷贴面 (PLV)牙体预备的近期临床效果。【方法】根据贴面形态和覆盖牙体范围将PLV牙体预备分为I型、L型和U型 3种 ,用于着色牙和前牙间隙、缺损等修复 ,PLV采用长石质PLV瓷系统制作 ,双重固化树脂粘结系统粘结 ,观察 6～ 2 2个月 ,考察 3种牙体预备类型的适应证、最终美学效果、粘接强度及牙本质敏感性等。【结果】 35例 2 0 3个瓷贴面修复后形态、颜色满意 ,美学效果佳 ;无脱落 ,仅局部崩折 2例 ,近期粘接效果满意 ;备牙时牙本质暴露率达 95 16 % ,粘固后牙本质过敏症状不同程度缓解。【结论】合理选择适应证、足够的牙体制备及高强度树脂粘结系统 ,可保证 3种牙体预备类型均能使PLV获得良好的外形、满意的颜色及可靠的临床近期粘接强度 ;但牙本质过敏问题应予重视     

钛基底对钛-瓷修复体表面色的影响

目的　探讨钛金属基底对钛 -瓷修复体表面色是否有明显影响。方法　制作 Dentsply DETREY- Carat瓷粉与钛 -瓷修复体标准试件 ,用 CS- 5型分光光度计测色 ,统计分析测定结果 ,并计算色差。结果　钛金属基底与Ni- Cr金属基底间颜色差异较大 ,但加不透明瓷及牙体瓷后 ,两组试件各色度指标统计学上无显著性差异 ,色差均小于 1.5。结论　钛金属基底对钛 -瓷修复体表面色无明显影响 ,Dentsply两种瓷粉同色瓷间无明显颜色差异。     

Clinical features and factors associated with non‐carious cervical lesions and dentin hypersensitivity

Determining the factors associated with NCCLs and DH in populations could guide the implementation of specific preventive measures. This study evaluated the clinical features and factors associated with non‐carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) and dentin hypersensitivity (DH) in a Brazilian population. The participants were 118 patients at the Dentistry Clinic of our dental school. They completed an interview to obtain personal information and determine the possible factors associated with NCCLs and DH. Clinical examination was undertaken to record the NCCLs, shape of the lesion and certain occlusal factors. DH was diagnosed by air and probe tests. Data were analysed with the multilevel Poisson regression and prevalence ratios, and the respective 95% confidence intervals were calculated. The prevalence of NCCLs and DH among patients was 67·8% and 51·7%, respectively. Of a total number of 2902 teeth examined, 9·65% had NCCLs and 5·82% were sensitive to air. The most affected teeth for both conditions were the premolars. Most of the NCCLs were wedge‐shaped and located in the maxilla. The factors associated with NCCLs and DH were age and presence of premature occlusal contacts. NCCLs were also significantly associated with consumption of wine and alcoholic beverages, and DH with consumption of acidic fruits and juices. NCCLs were a common finding, with higher frequency in more advanced age groups, the maxilla and premolars. A significant association occurred between NCCLs, premature contacts and consumption of wine and alcoholic beverages. DH was associated with NCCLs, premature contacts and with the consumption of acidic fruits and juices.     

Effect of a one‐step self‐etch adhesive on endogenous dentin matrix metalloproteinases

Degradation of the hybrid layer created in dentin by dentin adhesives is caused by enzyme activities present within the dentin matrix that destroy unprotected collagen fibrils. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of a one‐step self‐etch adhesive system on dentinal matrix metalloproteinases 2 and 4 (MMP‐2 and MMP‐9, respectively) using in situ zymography and an enzymatic activity assay. The null hypothesis tested was that there are no differences in the activities of dentinal MMPs before and after treatment with a one‐step adhesive system. The MMP‐2 and MMP‐9 activities in dentin treated with the one‐step adhesive, Adper Easy Bond, were quantified using an enzymatic activity assay system. The MMP activities within the hybrid layer created by the one‐step adhesive tested were also evaluated using in situ zymography. The enzymatic assay revealed an increase in MMP‐2 and MMP‐9 activities after treatment with adhesive. In situ zymography indicated that gelatinolytic activity is present within the hybrid layer created with the one‐step self‐etch adhesive. The host‐derived gelatinases were localized within the hybrid layer and remained active after the bonding procedure. It is concluded that the one‐step self‐etch adhesive investigated activates endogenous MMP‐2 and MMP‐9 with the dentin matrix, which may cause collagen degradation over time.     

Inhibition of dentin matrix‐bound cysteine cathepsins by potassium fluoride

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and cysteine cathepsins (CCs) can break down unprotected type I collagen fibrils in dentin matrix. This study investigated the use of potassium fluoride (KF) as a potential inhibitor of MMPs and CCs in dentin. Demineralized dentin beams were divided into groups (n = 10 in each group) and incubated in artificial saliva (AS, control), either alone or with one of seven concentrations of KF (6–238 mM fluoride) for 1, 7, and 21 d. After 21 d, all groups were further aged in AS for 6 months. Total MMP activity was screened using the colorimetric MMP assay. The activities of MMP‐2 and MMP‐9 were investigated using gelatin zymography. At the end of each incubation, changes in loss of dry mass and CC‐mediated or total dissolution of collagen peptides were measured via precision weighing, C‐terminal crosslinked telopeptide of type I collagen (CTX), and hydroxyproline (HYP) assays. The beams were examined using scanning electron microscopy. After 21 d, total MMP activities, dry mass loss, and CTX release for the groups exposed to 179 and 238 mM fluoride were significantly lower compared with the control group. After 6 months, all groups showed similar total MMP activity, dry mass loss, and HYP release, and CTX levels were significantly lower when the fluoride concentration was ≥24 mM. Calcium fluoride (CaF₂)‐like precipitates were observed over the beams. In summary, KF significantly inhibited the catalytic activity of dentin matrix‐bound CCs but did not seem to be effective for MMP‐mediated activity.     

Effect of Aloe vera. on Rat Pulp Tissue

Abstract

Aloe vera. L. (Aloeaceae) has been extensively studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cellular regeneration properties. This work evaluated in vivo. the effects of powder of freeze-dried Aloe vera. on rat pulp tissue. Pulp tissue was mechanically exposed to Aloe vera., and it was evaluated at 1 to 30 days after the procedure by histopathologic examination. A predominant acute-moderate inflammatory infiltrate was observed in the Aloe vera.–treated group 1 to 7 days after treatment. At 14 to 30 days, pulp tissue took a normal pattern when comparing Aloe vera. treatment with the Ca(OH)₂ treatment; it was found that both treatment groups stimulated reparative dentin and the formation of complete bridge. Strong superficial necrosis was detected exclusively for Ca(OH)₂. It seems evident that application of Aloe vera. in direct contact with the exposed pulp has acceptable biocompatibility and can lead to tertiary bridge formation.