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P2x7r And P2x4r Expression Of Mice Submandibular Gland In High‑Fat Diet/Streptozotocin‑Induced Type 2 Diabetes, Jiratchaya Srisutha

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic inflammatory disease that can compromise the functioning of various organs, including the salivary glands (SG). The purinergic system is one of the most important inflammatory pathways in T2DM condition, and P2X7R and P2X4R are the primary purinergic receptors in SG that regulate inflammatory homeostasis. This study aimed to evaluate P2X7R and P2X4R expression, and morphological changes in the submandibular gland (SMG) in T2DM. Twenty‑four 5‑week‑old mice were randomly assigned to control (CON) and diabetes mellitus (DM) groups (n = 12 each). Body weight, diet, and blood glucose levels were monitored weekly. The …

Roles Of B-Cell Lymphoma 6 In Orthodontic Tooth Movement Of Rat Molars, Wasupol Sodsook

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

B-cell lymphoma 6 (Bcl6) inhibits osteoclast differentiation in vitro; however, its role in orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the role of Bcl6 in OTM of rat molars.Materials and Methods: OTM was performed on the maxillary first molars of male rats using nickel-titanium coil springs (25 gf) for 14 days with or without local injection of FX1 (50 mg/kg), a Bcl6 inhibitor (n = 10 per group). Micro-computed tomography (CT) images were used to analyse OTM distance and bone morphometric parameters. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) determined Bcl6 expression and tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase staining (TRAP)staining assessed osteoclast differentiation. …

The Effect Of Cement Thickness On Shear Bond Strength Of Zirconia With Three Different Self-Adhesive Resin Cements, Thofun Ieamsuwantada

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the influence of resin cement thickness on the shear bond strength (SBS) to zirconia using different self-adhesive resin cements (SAC). Materials and Methods: One hundred twenty irconia specimens were prepared, air abraded with 50 μm aluminium oxide particles and divided into 12 groups (n  = 10), according to the cement thickness (50, 100, 150, and 200 μm) and SAC (RelyXTM U200, PANAVIATM SA LUTING Multi, MaxcemTM Elite Chroma). The specimens were cemented to resin composite blocks with SAC, stored in water at 37°C for 24 hours and subjected to the SBS test. Mode of …

Clinical Outcomes, Patient-Reported Outcomes, And Efficiency Of Static Computer-Assisted Sinus Floor Augmentation: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Nattakarn Narongchai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective: To investigate the patient-reported ,clinical outcomes and efficacy of static computer-assisted sinus floor augmentation (SCA-SFA), compared to freehand approach. Material and methods: 40 patients underwent lateral sinus augmentation (20 freehand-SFA + 20 SCA-SFA). Patient-reported outcomes were recorded in Visual Analog Scale (VAS) on days 1-7, 14 and intra- and post-operative complications were recorded on week 2,4 after surgery. Duration and operators’ assessment of SCA-SFA efficacy were recorded. Results: No statistically significant difference was found between the two groups with regards to PROMs and intra-, post-operative complications, apart from higher level of swelling for SCA-SFA patients on day 2 after …

Association Between Ageing Perception And Oral Health Dimensions In Thai Older People, Nattapat Khongsirisombat

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: Maintaining good oral health as people age is just as important as overall health. Ageing perception, how individuals perceive their ageing process, has been shown to affect health outcomes. However, the relationship between ageing perception and oral health, including oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), remains underexplored. Objective: This study explores the associations between ageing perception, oral health dimensions, and OHRQoL among older Thai people. Methods: The study was conducted in two phases. Phase I translated and validated the Thai version of the short-form Attitudes to Ageing Questionnaire (Thai AAQ-SF). Phase II focused on hypothesis testing through structured interviews …

The Effect Of Surface Treatments And Coffee Thermocycling On Color Stability And Translucency Of Cad-Cam Polychromatic High-Translucent Zirconia Compared With Lithium Disilicate Glass Ceramic, Ratchaphat Khomprang

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: To evaluate effects of surface treatments on the color stability (ΔE) and translucency parameter (TP) of Gradient Multilayered yttria-stabilized Zirconia (GMZ), Ultra-translucent multilayered Zirconia (UTML) and lithium disilicate glass ceramic (LD) under coffee thermocycling. Methods: 27 samples from each material were classified into 3 groups (polished, glazed, and glazed+pumice). A dental spectrophotometer was utilized to measure the color coordinates before and after thermocycling. The color and translucency differences (ΔE and ΔTP) measurements were determined using the CIELAB formula, and their corresponding 50%:50% perceptibility and acceptability thresholds (PT and AT) were used for analysis. One-way ANOVA and Two-way ANOVA was …

Effect Of Chairside Silicone Polishing Systems On The Surface Roughness Of Cad/Cam Milled And Conventional Denture Base Materials, Sarita Apiromwijit

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Purpose: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of two commercial chairside polishing systems compared with conventional laboratory polishing on the surface roughness of two types of denture base materials. Methods: Square-shaped specimens (8x8x5 mm) were fabricated from CAD/CAM milled and heat-polymerized denture base materials. Each specimen was ground with tungsten carbide and then divided into three groups according to polishing techniques(n=8): Exa technique, AcryPoint, and conventional laboratory polishing. The roughness (Ra) values were measured using a non-contact profilometer after finishing with tungsten carbide bur, every 30 seconds with each subsequent polisher (rough, medium, and fine) of …

Analysis Of The Soft Tissue Chin Profile In Acceptable Aesthetic Profiles Using A 3-Dimensional Camera Facial Scan System Compared To Normative Values Based On 2-Dimensional Radiographic Analysis, Sasawat Putpinij

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Chin profile plays a critical role in determining lower facial aesthetics, significantly affects perceptions of facial balance and attractiveness. Conventional assessment methods, which primarily rely on two-dimensional cephalometric norms, are limited by projection errors and a reduced capacity to accurately evaluate soft tissue contours. The development of three-dimensional facial scanning technology has facilitated more accurate assessment of facial morphology; nevertheless, aesthetic evaluation in acceptable aesthetic profile using 3-dimensional camera facial scan remains no evidence. Hence, this study aimed to investigate soft tissue chin profiles in clinically acceptable facial aesthetics using a three-dimensional camera system, comparing with traditional two-dimensional cephalometric values. …

Oral Health-Related Quality Of Life, Patient’S Satisfaction And The Clinical Performance Of Anterior Ceramic Veneers Criteria In 10 Years Clinical Cross-Section Study, Thitiorn Panayong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical performance of ceramic veneers after 9-10 years, assess oral health-related quality of life and patient’s satisfaction, and examine the associations between them. Materials and Methods: 30 patients who treated with ceramic veneers aged 9 to 10 years were recalled for a clinical examination. Each participant completed a questionnaire on satisfaction and oral health-related quality of life, using the Oral Impact on Daily Performance (OIDP) scale. The Chi-square or Fisher Exact test was used to assess associations between tooth position and professional evaluations of veneer success and individual items. Consistency …

The Effect Of Multimedia Information About Computer-Assisted And Freehand Dental Implant Surgery On Patients’ Knowledge, Anxiety, And Decision-Making, Veerawit Lukkanasomboon

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study aimed to evaluate the impact of multimedia and verbal information on patients' knowledge, anxiety, and decision-making regarding dental implant surgery, focusing on comparing computer-assisted and freehand techniques. This randomized controlled trial involved 100 patients divided into two groups: one receiving multimedia information (n=50) and the other receiving verbal information (n=50). Data were collected through self-administered questionnaires assessing patients' baseline information, knowledge, anxiety, and decision-making before and after receiving information about dental implant surgery techniques. Results showed significant increases in knowledge scores for both groups, with the multimedia group improving from 1.96 to 3.90 (p<0.001) and the verbal group from 2.0 to 3.98 (p<0.001). Anxiety levels decreased significantly in both groups, with reductions from 12.76 to 11.48 (p=0.001) in the multimedia group and from 13.92 to 12.16 (p<0.001) in the verbal group. The proportion of patients who decided to proceed with dental implant surgery increased from 70% to 78% in the multimedia group and from 54% to 66% in the verbal group. After receiving the information, more patients in both groups opted for computer-assisted implant surgery, though treatment costs remained a significant concern for some, leading to declines in surgery acceptance. Despite these findings, no significant differences were observed between the multimedia and verbal groups regarding knowledge improvements, anxiety reduction, or decision-making. In conclusion, multimedia and verbal information effectively enhanced patient knowledge and reduced anxiety about dental implant surgery, and both methods may influence patients' decisions regarding their preferred implant technique, with no significant differences between the two methods.

The Study On Surface Roughness And Corrosion Resistance Of Electropolished Laser Powder Bed Fusion Ti-6al-4v Eli Alloy, Venus Chatpaiboonwat

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The Ti6Al4V ELI alloy produced via Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) has drawn interest for usage in dental applications. However, surface finishing is an important property that can be managed by various methods. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of electropolishing (EP) on the surface roughness and corrosion resistance of L-PBF Ti6Al4V ELI alloy. The present study explored the influence of current density, voltage, and distance on the surface quality and corrosion behavior. The results showed that EP significantly reduced the surface roughness and enhanced corrosion resistance of printed Ti6Al4V ELI alloy with the best result …

Studying The Relationship Between Polyherbal Mouthwash And Oral Microbiome, Waris Wattanawongwan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective: This study aimed to comparatively evaluate the effects of polyherbal, chlorhexidine (CHX), and normal saline (NCC) mouthwashes on oral microbiome composition, microbial metabolic pathways, and patient-reported outcomes, exploring polyherbal alternatives in response to CHX-associated dysbiosis. Methods: A randomized, double-blind trial was conducted among 27 gingivitis patients, randomly assigned to polyherbal, CHX, or NCC mouthwash groups. Participants used the mouthwash twice daily for 7 days. Saliva samples were analyzed via 16S rRNA sequencing. Microbial diversity (alpha and beta diversity) and composition were statistically evaluated. Differential taxa and pathways were identified using FDR-corrected Wilcoxon tests and log₂ fold-change analysis. Patient-reported outcomes …

การบริหารลิ้นสำหรับผู้ป่วยสูงอายุที่ได้รับการรักษาทางศัลยกรรมช่องปากเพื่อเพิ่มความแข็งแรงของลิ้นและประสิทธิภาพในการกลืน, ธันย์ชนก สุพพัตพงศ์

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

ที่มาและความสำคัญ: ภาวะกล้ามเนื้อลีบจากอายุที่เพิ่มขึ้น (Age-related sarcopenia) ส่งผลให้มวลกล้ามเนื้อและความแข็งแรงของลิ้นในผู้สูงอายุลดลง ซึ่งนำไปสู่ความบกพร่องในการกลืน (dysphagia) และเพิ่มความเสี่ยงต่อภาวะทุพโภชนาการ การสำลักปอดอักเสบ และการเสื่อมถอยของสมอง การออกกำลังกายเพิ่มความแข็งแรงของลิ้น (Tongue-strengthening exercises - TSEs) สามารถช่วยเพิ่มความแข็งแรง ความหนาของลิ้น และการทำงานของการกลืนในผู้สูงอายุที่สุขภาพดีได้ วัตถุประสงค์: เพื่อศึกษาผลของการออกกำลังกายลิ้นรูปแบบต่างๆ ต่อการเพิ่มความแข็งแรง ความทนทานของลิ้นและการกลืนในผู้สูงอายุวิธีการ: ทำการสุ่มอาสาสมัครผู้สูงอายุสุขภาพดีจำนวน 36 คน ที่มีอายุ 65 ปีขึ้นไป ซึ่งเข้ารับการถอนฟันแบบง่ายเพียงซี่เดียวที่ภาควิชาศัลยศาสตร์ช่องปากและแม็กซิลโลเฟเชียล ที่คณะทันตแพทยศาสตร์ จุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย จากนั้นสุ่มแบ่งเป็น 3 กลุ่ม ได้แก่ กลุ่มลิ้นห่อ (Tongue wrap) กลุ่มลิ้นมุมปาก (Tongue corner) และกลุ่มทาสีลิ้น (Tongue paint) โดยประเมินความแข็งแรงของลิ้น (Tongue strength) ความทนทานของลิ้น (Tongue endurance) และทดสอบความสามารถในการกลืนโดยการกลืนด้วยวิธี Repetitive Saliva Swallowing Test (RSST) ใน 2 ช่วงเวลา คือก่อนเริ่มฝึก (T0) และสัปดาห์ที่ 4 หลังการฝึก (T1) ผลการศึกษา: ในกลุ่มลิ้นทาสีพบว่าความแข็งแรงของลิ้นส่วนหน้า (Anterior Tongue Strength - ATS) และความแข็งแรงของลิ้นส่วนหลัง (Posterior Tongue Strength - PTS) เพิ่มขึ้นอย่างมีนัยสำคัญหลังการฝึก 4 สัปดาห์ (p < 0.05) โดยความแข็งแรงของลิ้นทั้งส่วนหน้าและส่วนหลังในเพศชายของกลุ่มทาสีลิ้นเพิ่มขึ้นอย่างมีนัยสำคัญ (p < 0.05) ส่วนความแข็งแรงของลิ้นทั้งส่วนหน้า ส่วนหลัง และความทนทานของลิ้นส่วนหน้าในกลุ่มลิ้นห่อและกลุ่มลิ้นมุมปากเพิ่มขึ้นจากค่าเริ่มต้น แต่ไม่มีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติ สรุป: การออกกำลังกายลิ้นด้วยการทาสีลิ้นอาจเป็นวิธีที่มีประสิทธิภาพสำหรับการเพิ่มความแข็งแรงของลิ้น

Accuracy Of Intraoral Scanner For Centric Relation Record In Comparison To Vinyl Polysiloxane, Rawinan Luangsukrerk

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The study aimed to compare the accuracy of digital centric relation (CR) recordings from intraoral scanners with conventional CR bite registration through a quantitative comparison of occlusal contacts. This cross-sectional study involved 29 healthy adults. CR was recorded using the bimanual manipulation technique, guided by silicone bite indexes (Silagum-Putty; DMG, Germany). Conventional bite registrations were made with vinyl polysiloxane (O-Bite; DMG, Germany), and digital interarch relationships were captured using an intraoral scanner (iTero Element 2; Align Technologies, USA). The maxillary and mandibular arches were digitized with the intraoral scanner, and CR was recorded through the silicone bite index. Each recording …

Aadej Comm 10 2 2024

AADEJ - The Communicator

The Communicator is the official journal of the American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists (AADEJ). It is published quarterly, distributed digitally via email to members, and posted on the Association's website, AADEJ.org. Each issue includes regular updates from the editorial team and AADEJ board, as well as feature articles on current issues in the field.

Cbct Perceptions Of Radiology Leaders In The Midwest Dental Schools: A Qualitative Study, Tenzin Dadul

Dissertations

Problem

The integration of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) in dental education is hindered by a lack of formal training among radiology leaders, insufficient institutional support, and financial constraints. Despite the proven efficacy of CBCT in enhancing diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning, its adoption in pre-doctoral curricula remains limited. This gap in education poses significant challenges for dental graduates, who are increasingly expected to utilize advanced imaging technologies in clinical practice.

Purpose of Study

This qualitative study aimed to explore the perceptions of radiology leaders in Midwest dental schools regarding the integration of CBCT education into pre-doctoral curricula. The objectives …

Clinical Significance Of Gutta Percha Variability, Alex R. Pancake

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

Introduction: The production of gutta percha points as root canal therapy filling materials vary from hand processing to machine processing with a range of acceptable levels of error (tolerance). Similarly, endodontic files manufactured to complement corresponding gutta percha points exhibit specified levels of tolerance. Investigations into the consistency among manufacturers of files and gutta percha points is limited. The aim of this study is to see how variability in apical gauge and taper of gutta percha points affected the clinical performance during cone try in. The null hypothesis of this study is that there is no difference in two gutta …

Having The Opportunity To Give Kids A Smile, Alianna Mbanda

A with Honors Projects

The author describes their experience working as a dental hygienist for the Parkland community event called Give Kids a Smile.

Restorative Materials And Maintenance Protocols, Renata Budny, Khrystyna Vyprynyuk

Publications and Research

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Preserving Oral Health, Khrystyna Vyprynyuk, Renata Budny

Publications and Research

No abstract provided.

Advocacy Spotlight: Telehealth Regulations For Dentistry Established, Neema Katibai Jd

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

The article discusses the rise of telehealth in the last three years and its implications for dentistry, focusing on recent rulemaking by the Michigan Board of Dentistry. The regulations address key aspects such as definitions, informed consent, scope of practice, and prescribing medications. Dentists must comply with HIPAA and state/federal privacy regulations when using telehealth. Notably, the rules restrict teledentistry delegation to allied personnel after an in-person visit within 24 months. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding and following these regulations for legal telehealth use, reimbursement, and malpractice coverage. The Michigan Dental Association advocates for sensible teledentistry laws to …

Staff Matters: Are There Risks To Using Ai In Our Practice?, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

As your practice adopts AI for hiring processes, it brings efficiency but also potential pitfalls. The increasing use of AI, such as ChatGPT, streamlines tasks like resume screening, but caution is essential. Recent executive orders emphasize safety assessments and civil rights in AI. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission focuses on transparency and consent in recruitment AI use. Legal compliance is vital to prevent discrimination; criteria like education and experience must be applied consistently. Additionally, employee monitoring AI requires careful implementation, ensuring transparency and human oversight. While AI offers benefits, its workplace integration demands careful consideration, testing, and ongoing evaluation.

Mda Services: Yes, You Can Recoup Your Dues With Mda-Endorsed Programs, Reva Darling

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

MDA Services Report highlights how being an organized dentistry member can yield significant financial returns through MDA-endorsed products and services. By leveraging just eight of the 32 endorsed offerings, potential savings of $25,659 are achievable. Key endorsed services include Best Card for credit card processing, iCoreConnect for software needs, Quality Dental Plan for in-office dental plans, The Dentists Supply Company (TDSC.com) for supplies, ProSites for website and e-marketing, D-MMEX Easyrefine for precious metal refining, Eagle Associates for regulatory compliance, and Dental Business Specialists for accounting. Members are urged to explore the range of endorsed programs for comprehensive benefits.

Zeitlin’S Top 200 Dental Deckades (January 2024), Benjamin D. Zeitlin

Pacific Open Texts

Pharmacology courses in any institution are information intensive with a constant, high volume of new material. With that in mind, the standards that the American Dental Education Association set for Pharmacology include that: “the student must identify the influences drugs taken for non-dental purposes may have on a proposed treatment (…) and the student must recognize therapeutic agents used in the routine practice of clinical dentistry.” This requires that students at a minimum, recognize common drugs and know their major implications for dental therapy.

This learning tool has been created to address the drug recognition aspect of that standard.

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Esthetic Evaluation Of Implant Restoration In Esthetic Zone: A Long-Term Follow-Up, Harit Muangmore

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the correlation between esthetic outcomes of single-tooth implant restorations (STIRs) in the anterior maxilla, assessed by the Pink Esthetic Score (PES), White Esthetic Score (WES), and the newly introduced Esthetic Sustainable Criteria (ESC), over two follow-up periods: 5 years and 10 years. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional retrospective study was conducted involving 22 patients treated with STIRs at the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, from January 2009 to December 2024. Patient demographics, treatment protocols, and follow-up assessments were collected at both 5 and 10 years. PES and WES were utilized to evaluate esthetic outcomes, …

Effect Of Debonding Methods Of Metallic Orthodontic Bracket Bonded To Zirconia On Its Surface Topography, Dina A. Elbialy, Marwa M. Wahsh, Noha E, Sabet, Ghada A. Hussein

Mansoura Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: to evaluate the effect of debonding methods of metallic orthodontic bracket bonded to monolithic zirconia restoration on it’s surface topography. Materials and Methods: Twenty-eight zirconia ceramic restorations were prepared and air abraded. Then twenty-eight metal orthodontic brackets were bonded using MDP containing bond for group M and Non-MDP containing bond for group N. All bonded slices were aged by thermocycling for 5000 cycles. Debonding of the brackets were done by two methods subgroup (L) the brackets was debonded by LASER and subgroup (C) the brackets debonded by conventional bracket removal plier. Results: Regarding MDP-containing Bond: The mean surface roughness …

Dental Students’ Psychological Stress: A Comprehensive Investigation Of Stress Inducing Factors At Mohammed Vi University Of Sciences And Health, Latifa El Mouden, Elmehdi Fettach

Health Sciences

Dental students are significantly confronted with mental health problems. We conducted a prospective recruitment of students at the Faculty of Dentistry of the Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health to investigate the determinants of stress specific to this population in order to find solutions to improve their quality of life. In our study, 410 students responded to the survey, the average age of the students was 21.51 ± 2.102 years, 70% were female, 30% were in their 6th year, and 60% of the students were from Casablanca. The average MSP-25B score was 101.94 ± 33.035. In our study, there …

Clinical Outcomes And Implant Stability Changes Associated With Immediately Loaded Implant Of Two Different Types Inserted In Posterior Maxilla, Hossam Mohammed Kamal, Mohamed Zaghloul Amer, Walid Abd El-Ghafar Al-Zordk, Noha Ahmed Mansour

Mansoura Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: To evaluate the implant stability changes associated with immediately loaded implants with specific knife-edge threads versus implants with conventional threads inserted in the posterior maxilla.

Materials and methods: Twenty patients were selected for prosthetic replacement of missed maxillary posterior single tooth by a dental implant. Patients of this study were selected after approval of the Research Ethics Committee with code (A15030821). All patients were divided into two equal groups: Group 1 (Control group): Ten patients received 10 implants of conventional thread design. Group 2 (Study group): Ten patients receiving 10 implants with specific wide knife-edge thread design. Clinical evaluation …

Periodontal Regeneration Related To Periodontitis Treated By Garden Cress And Ozone Therapy. (Randomized Clinical &Experimental Study), Zienab S. Farid, Doaa Adel Habba, Gihan Adel Balbola, Noura Mohammed Bakr

Journal of Medicine in Scientific Research

Objective: In this article, garden cress and ozone were evaluated for their potential therapeutic properties of PDL and resorption of alveolar bone in the periodontal tissues based on rats' experimental periodontitis and to assess the clinical effectiveness of local application of garden cress and ozone for treatment and management of periodontitis patients using scaling and root planing. Methodology: Thirty mature Wistar male albino rats. Three groups of rats were formed; periodontitis without treatment, periodontitis with garden cress, and periodontitis plus ozone therapy. The present study also included thirty periodontitis Patients were randomly allocated to one of three groups of ten …

Oral And Dental Health In Systemic Sclerosis: Is It A Window To Other Systemic Affections?, Omnia A Abubakr, Taghreed F M M Mostafa, Mohamed A Hamdy

Journal of Medicine in Scientific Research

Background: Oral and periodontal manifestations are common in systemic sclerosis (SSc) which may result in poor nutritional status and significant morbidity. Better understanding of these manifestations is crucial for better patient outcomes. We aimed to evaluate dental and oral manifestations in patients with SSc in comparison to healthy control and to study the relationship between these findings and systemic sclerosis disease activity index, skin thickness, other systemic affection, as well as the oral health-related quality of life in these patients Patients and Methods: 50 patients with SSc were included in this case-control study (Group A) and 50 apparently healthy controls …