Comparative evaluation of pulpal repair after direct pulp capping using stem cell therapy and biodentine: An animal study

The response of the dentin–pulp complex in rat teeth was investigated after direct capping with biodentine with or without bone marrow‐derived stem cells (BMDSCs). Following mechanical exposure, pulps were randomly capped with one of the followings materials: calcium hydroxide, biodentine or 1 × 10⁵ BMDSCs mL^?1 + biodentine. Histological examination was performed by light microscopy after 1, 3 and 5 weeks. Inflammatory reaction, necrotic tissue formation and calcific bridge formation were scored. Analysis showed that compared with the effects of calcium hydroxide or biodentine, BMDSCs + biodentine substantially reduced inflammatory reaction and necrotic tissue while promoting calcified tissue formation. Therefore, the combination of biodentine and BMDSCs could potentially stimulate pulp tissue regeneration after direct pulp capping.     

Biological evaluation of a new pulp capping material developed from Portland cement

This study evaluates the biological properties of a new pulp capping material developed from Portland cement. This study was conducted on 48 teeth in 4 dogs (12 teeth/dog). The dogs were classified into two equal groups (n = 24 teeth) according to the evaluation period including: group A (3 weeks) and group B (3 months). Each group was further subdivided into three equal subgroups (n = 8 teeth) according to the capping material including: subgroup 1: mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), subgroup2: Portland cement + 10% calcium hydroxide + 20% bismuth oxide (Port Cal) and subgroup 3: Portland cement + bismuth oxide. After general anesthesia, a class V buccal cavity was prepared coronal to the gingival margin. After pulp exposure and hemostasis,the capping materials and glass ionomer filling were placed on the exposure sites. All histopathological findings, inflammatory cell count and dentin bridge formation were recorded. Data were analyzed statistically. After 3 months, the histopathological picture of the pulp in subgroup 1 showed normal pulp, continuous odontoblastic layer and complete dentin bridge formation while subgroup 2 showed partial and complete dentin bridge over a normal and necrotic pulps. Subgroup 3 showed loss of normal architecture, areas of necrosis, complete, or incomplete dentin bridge formation, attached and detached pulp stones and fatty degeneration in group B. For group A, MTA subgroup showed the least number of inflammatory cell infiltrate followed by Port Cal subgroup. While subgroup 3 showed the highest number of inflammatory cell infiltrate. For group B, the mean inflammatory cell count increased with the three tested materials with no statistical difference. Regarding dentin bridge formation at group A, no significant differences was found between subgroups, while at group B, MTA subgroup exhibited significantly higher scores than other subgroups. In conclusion, addition of calcium hydroxide to Portland cement improves the dentin bridge formation qualitatively and quantitatively.     

58例年轻恒牙外伤冠折的处理分析

目的：探究年轻恒牙外伤冠折的临床处理方法及效果。方法选择该院2009年3月—2014年9月口腔科门诊就诊年轻恒牙不同程度的外伤冠折的患者58例,依据不同临床表现分别给予直接盖髓术,活髓切断术,根尖诱导术治疗后对患牙进行随诊观察。结果治疗成功患牙52颗,占89%。结论对于年轻恒牙的外伤冠折,选择好正确的治疗方法,大多数患牙能保存牙髓活力,牙根能继续发育,永久性修复后患牙功能良好。     

TGF-β Latency-Associated Peptides (LAPs) in Human Dentin Matrix and Pulp

Transforming growth factor (TGF)- &#103 s in dentin matrix provide a pool of bioactive molecules, but association with latency-associated peptides (LAPs) may influence their activity. We investigated TGF- &#103 1, - &#103 2, and - &#103 3 LAP expression in sound and carious human teeth. Teeth were fixed and processed immediately following extraction prior to staining with rabbit polyclonal antibodies to the TGF- &#103 LAPs. A soluble dentin matrix fraction was prepared from dissected human dentin and sequential extraction of pulpal ECM was performed prior to purification. Fractions were Western blotted and probed with the LAP antibodies. All three LAPs were present in odontoblasts, cells of the pulp, and predentin; however, no staining of mineralized dentin matrix was seen. Similar patterns of expression were seen in carious tissue. Expression of TGF- &#103 LAPs in cells and pulpal matrix of healthy and carious teeth will be important in regulation of TGF- &#103 activity and may modulate the tissue response to injury.     

Substance P Activates p38 Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase to Promote IL-6 Induction in Human Dental Pulp Fibroblasts

Substance P (SP) induces the expression of proinflammatory cytokines, such as interleukin (IL)-6, which are implicated in pulp inflammation. To determine the signal pathway of SP-induced IL-6, we examined the activities of the mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs) in human dental pulp cell (PF-10) cultures. SP induced the phosphorylation of p38 MAPK within 5 min; this activation persisted for up to 40 min and was independent of the activation of extracellular signal-related kinases (ERK-1 and ERK-2) that were induced after SP stimulation of PF-10 cells. As shown by electrophoretic mobility shift assay p38 MAPK was not involved in SP-induced activation of nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB). However, p38 MAPK mediated SP-induced IL-6 production, as shown by the use of specific inhibitors of this kinase. Our results suggest that the activation of p38 MAPK is important for NF-κB-independent regulator of neurogenic inflammation in dental pulp tissues.     

Dental Pulp Autotransplantation: A New Modality of Endodontic Regenerative Therapy—Follow-Up of 3 Clinical Cases

The aim of this study was to develop a novel method of endodontic therapy, which we refer to as dental pulp autotransplantation. Three patients (2 males and 1 female) were selected for endodontic treatment of a uniradicular premolar and extraction of a third molar (without odontosection). Electric assessment of pulp vitality and computed tomographic imaging were undertaken followed by endodontic access and instrumentation using triantibiotic solution for irrigation in the host tooth. A few minutes before the transplant procedure, the third molar was extracted, the tooth was sectioned with a diamond blade in a low-speed handpiece, and the pulp was carefully removed. After premolar instrumentation, the harvested and preserved pulp tissue was reinserted into the root canal followed by direct pulp capping performed using Biodentine (Septodont, Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France), a liner of resin-modified glass ionomer cement and composite resin restoration. The teeth were followed up for at least 12 months after the procedures and were analyzed using computed tomographic imaging, electric pulp vitality testing, and Doppler ultrasound examination. At the 3- and 6-month follow-ups, positive pulp vitality and regression of periapical lesions were verified. After 9–12 months, all teeth were revascularized as determined by Doppler imaging, and the tooth vitality was reestablished with no signs of endodontic/periodontal radiolucency or complications. Within the limitations of the study, considering that it was a case series with only 3 patients, we described a highly innovative procedure of pulp autotransplantation, which appears to be feasible, highlighting the potential for clinical application of pulp regeneration using this new modality of endodontic therapy.     

聚乳酸⁃羟基乙酸共聚物在牙髓疾病治疗中的应用前景

材料学的发展对牙髓疾病的治疗有重要意义,聚乳酸?羟基乙酸共聚物[poly(lactic?co?glycolic acid),PLGA]是一种被广泛应用于生物医用材料制备的有机高分子化合物。近年来,作为载药/分子系统和组织再生支架在牙髓疾病治疗中展现出应用前景,本文将对PLGA在牙髓疾病治疗中的应用作一综述,为其进一步开发利用提供参考。文献复习结果表明,PLGA作为药物/分子输送系统主要应用于盖髓材料、根管消毒剂和根尖诱导成形剂的改良。PLGA改良盖髓材料能延长药物作用时间、降低毒性;改良根管消毒剂能实现药物缓释,使药物深入更细微的结构,与致病菌有更广泛的接触;改良根尖诱导成形剂能为根尖诱导提供更便捷的给药方式。PLGA作为组织工程支架主要应用于牙髓再生的研究,通过PLGA物理性能、作用环境的不断优化为种子细胞提供更适宜增殖分化的微环境。如何合理利用PLGA的优势,研制出更适宜根管内应用的材料,还需要进一步的研究。     

In vivo temperature rise and acute inflammatory response in anesthetized human pulp tissue of premolars having Class V preparations after exposure to Polywave® LED light curing units

ObjectiveTo evaluate the influence of light emitted from two Polywave®, LED light-curing units (LCU) on in vivo pulp temperature (PT) rise and signs of acute inflammatory response in pulps of human premolar having deep Class V preparations.MethodsSixty intact, first premolars from 15 volunteers requiring extraction received infiltrative anesthesia. A sterile thermocouple probe was inserted within the pulp tissue through a minute occlusal pulp exposure in only 45 teeth (n = 9) to continuously monitor PT (°C). A deep buccal Class V preparation was created, and the surface was exposed to light from a commercial Polywave LCU (Bluephase 20i (20i), Ivoclar Vivadent) or from an experimental LCU (Exp) using the exposure modes (EM): 1s/Exp and 2s/Exp, 10s/20i, 20s/20i, and 60s/20i. Peak PT and PT rise values above baseline (ΔT) data were evaluated using a one-way ANOVA followed by Tukey’s post-hoc test (α = 5%). Teeth used for histological and immunohistochemical analyses (n = 3) were extracted approximately 2 h after exposure to the LCU.ResultsNo significant difference in peak PT and ΔT values was noted between 2s/Exp and 20s/20i groups, which both exhibited higher values than 1s/Exp and 10s/20i groups (p < 0.001). Dilated and congested blood vessels were seen after exposure to 1s/Exp, 2s/Exp, or 60s/20i EMs. The expression of IL-1β and TNF-α tended to be more intense when higher irradiance was delivered.SignificanceAlthough higher irradiance delivered over a short exposure caused lower PT rise than 5.5 °C, such EMs should be used with caution, as they have more potential to harm the pulp tissue.