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Workplace Bullying: A Survey Of Virginia Dental Hygienists, Gayle B. Mccombs, S. Lynn Tolle, Tara L. Newcomb, Ann M. Bruhn, Amber W. Hunt, Lanah K. Stafford

Dental Hygiene Faculty Publications

Purpose: Workplace bullying in health care has been identified as a problem that negatively affects career satisfaction, career longevity and patient outcomes. The purpose of this pilot study was to determine the prevalence of workplace bullying in a convenience sample of dental hygienists in the state of Virginia.

Methods: Two hundred and forty Virginia dental hygienists attending a continuing education seminar were invited to participate. Using the Negative Acts Questionnaire-Revised (NAQ-R), respondents were asked to indicate how often they had experienced 22 negative acts or behaviors according to rate of occurrence (never, now and then or monthly, weekly or …

Development Of Graphene Oxide/Silver Nanocomposite Coating On Niti Alloy For Biomedical Applications, Dinesh Rokaya

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The study aimed to evaluate the surface, mechanical, and biological properties of graphene oxide/silver nanocomposite (GO/Ag) coated NiTi alloy. Substrates were coated using the electrophoretic deposition at 30 V for 1, 5, and 10 min, and were characterized by scanning electron microscope, Raman spectroscopy, energy dispersive spectroscopy, surface profilometer, and atomic fluoroscope force microscopy (AFM). Hardness, modulus of elasticity, and friction were done and surface adhesion was measured from AFM. Biocompatibility testing was done on human gingival fibroblasts using 3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2, 5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. Data were analyzed using SPSS 16; One-way ANOVA with post hoc Scheffe Test (P = 0.05). …

Effects Of Blood Contamination On Chemical Composition And Ion Releasing Of Calcium Silicate-Based Materials, Nareerat Thanavibu

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study assessed the effects of blood contamination on the chemical composition and ion release of calcium silicate-based materials. ProRoot MTA (WMTA), Biodentine and TotalFill BC RRM putty (TRRM) were investigated. Materials were exposed to blood (blood-contaminated condition) or normal saline (non-blood-contaminated condition) for 24 hours. Three samples of each group were analysed for chemical composition using X-ray diffractometer and an energy-dispersive X-ray spectoscope with a scanning electron microscope after immersed in phosphate-buffered saline for 1, 7, 14 and 28 days. Five samples of each group were used to measure pH and ion release using a pH meter and inductively …

Effectiveness Of Different Root Canal Disinfection Protocols On The Reduction Of Bacteria In Large Root Canals, Parnwad Sasanakul

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Introduction: The aims of this study were to evaluate the effectiveness of disinfection methods and determine the most promising irrigation protocol for regenerative endodontics in teeth with large root canals. Methods: Sterilized root samples with 0.8-mm wide apical foramen (n=94) were prepared from human mandibular premolars. Ninety-two samples were infected with E. faecalis for 21 days and biofilm formation was verified using scanning electron microscopy (n=2). The 90 infected samples were randomly assigned into 9 groups: no intervention (initial), 1.5% NaOCl irrigation (1.5N), 2.5% NaOCl irrigation (2.5N), 1.5N + intermittent passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI), 1.5N + intermittent canal brushing with …

Comparison Of The Accuracy Between Digital And Conventional Impression In Different Multiple Implant Angles At Posterior Mandibular Region Using Innovation 3d Super Imposition Software Program; In Vitro Study, Arisa Hongsopa

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Statement of problem: This study aims to compare the accuracy of three-dimensional changes in position and angulation between digital and conventional impression techniques in different angulated implants at the mandibular partial edentulous area with the use of a mandibular partial edentulous reference model with 4 dental implants in different angulations (15 degrees buccally,lingually, mesially, and distally). Conventional and digital impression techniques were used for master model and fabricated 15 conventional master casts and 15 three dimensional printing models. Each scan body was connected with implant or analog to transfer implant positions. All of the master model, master casts, and printing …

Using Of Low Modulus Of Elasticity Base In High C-Factor Resin Composite Restoration: An In Vitro Study, Jomnang Yoohun

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This in vitro study aims to investigate whether or not using a resin modified glass ionomer as a base or intermediate layer would improve marginal integrity of a high C-factor class V resin composite restoration. Eighty non-carious human third molars were used. A box-shaped, 5x3x2.5 mm3, Class V cavity preparation was placed on buccal surface at the cementoenamel junction. Teeth were then randomly assigned to 8 experimental groups (n=10): group 1, Resin composite (FiltekTM Z350 XT); group 2, FiltekTM Bulkfill; groups 3 and 4, resin composite with FiltekTM Z350 XT Flowable as base; groups 5 and 6, resin composite with …

Comparison Of Three Dimensional Accuracy For Surgical Guided Template Fabrication Using Two Different Implant Planning Software Programs, Natchaya Thitaphanich

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Statement of problem: Static computer-assisted implantation system (s-CAIS) has been introduced to implant dentistry for decades. According to previous studies, they were recognised the inaccuracies of actual implant position placed via using static computer-assisted implantation system. These inaccuracies result from an accumulation of every step in the workflow from planning to accuracy assessment. Recently, there are multiple implant planning softwares available. coDiagnostiXTM software and Implant StudioTM software are widely used third-party implant planning softwares which claimed to provide predictable implant placement outcome. However, the effect of softwares used on accuracy of guided surgery in anterior maxilla region has not been …

Fracture Resistance Of Endodontically Treated Premolars With Deep Cervical Lesion Restored With And Without Post In Different Restorations, Phrohphrim Suebsawadphatthana

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of fiber posts and different restorations on the fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary premolars with cervical cavities. Methods: In forty extracted human first maxillary premolars, cervical cavities were prepared simulating cervical lesions and randomly divided into four groups (n=10): COM-NP, endodontically treated teeth (ETT) restored with resin composite without fiber posts; ON-NP, ETT restored with CAD/CAM ceramic onlays without fiber posts; COM-P, ETT restored with resin composite and fiber posts; and CR-P, ETT restored with CAD/CAM ceramic crowns and fiber posts. After the fiber posts and restorations had …

Comparison Of Microtensile Bond Strength Of Universal Adhesives Utilizing Various Application Methods: An In Vitro Study, Suthatta Jeansuwannagorn

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Purpose: To investigate microtensile bond strength (μTBS) of a conventional three-step etch and rinse, and universal adhesive systems with etch and rinse mode utilizing various application methods at 24 hour and after 6 month water-­storage. Material and methods: Seventy-­two extracted human third molars were cut to expose a flat dentin surface. Optibond FL (OFL; Kerr, USA), Single Bond Universal (SU; 3M ESPE, USA), Clearfil Universal Bond Quick (CU; Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., Japan), G-­Premio BOND (GP; GC Corporation, Japan), Prime&Bond Universal (PB; Dentsply, Germany) were used in etch and rinse mode following the manufacturers' instruction and double application method. Subsequently, …

Relationship Between Maxillary Anterior Alveolar Arch Form And Tooth Root Axis In Class I Occlusion: A Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study, Suweera Petaibunlue

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Purpose: This study determined the relationships of the angulation between tooth root axis and alveolar bone axis to the anterior alveolar (AA) arch forms and the sagittal root position (SRP) classification in anterior esthetic region using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images.
Materials and Methods: CBCT images which met the inclusion and exclusion criteria were classified according to a novel classification of AA arch forms (Bulyalert 2018) and a SRP classification (Kan 2011). Then, the angulations of the root axis and the alveolar bone axis were measured using the mid-sagittal CBCT images of each tooth. The relationship of the angulations in …

Assessment Of Attitudes And Knowledge Of General Dental Practitioners In Providing Implant Maintenance, Aimwalee Rudeejaraswan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study aimed to survey the attitudes and knowledge of Thai general dental practitioners (GDPs) in proving dental implant maintenance care. The online questionnaire was sent to Thai GDPs who graduated between 2000 and 2016. Of the returned 435 questionnaires, 429 completely filled were included for analysis. 76% of the participants were female and 24% were male. Half of the participants were aged 28-33 years old and 78% of the participants have been working as a GDP 10 years or below. There were 64.3% and 59.4% of the participants who agreed that dental implant surgery and restoration should only be …

Comparison Of The Implant Deviation Between Implants Placed Using Static And Dynamic Computer Assisted Surgery Methods, Dechawat Kaewsiri

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of implant placement in terms of deviations related to the virtual plan between static and dynamic computer assisted implant surgery (CAIS) systems in single tooth space. Materials & Methods: 60 single implants were randomly placed using two difference CAIS systems by one surgeon. Preoperative CBCT transferred to implant planning software were used to plan the virtual implant position. Implants were placed using either stereolithographic guide template for static CAIS group (n = 30) or implant navigation system for dynamic CAIS group (n = 30). Postoperative CBCT were taken to …

Perceptions, Expectations, And Satisfaction Of Patients Undergoing Dental Implant Therapy In The Faculty Of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Khunsiri Sermsiripoca

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The aims of this study were to evaluate patient's perception before and after receiving dental implant therapy and to investigate patient's perception, expectation, and satisfaction of dental implant treated by postgraduate dental students and faculty members. This study was designed with a quantitative cross-sectional technique. The data were collected by 3 questionnaires, from patients who intended to receive dental implant treatment during September 2017 to February 2019. Two hundred and fifty participants participated in this study. Most of them were female, aged 55-64 years, graduated bachelor's degree, and facial and teeth appearance did not affect their career. The proportion of …

Comparative Study Of The Accuracy Of Single Tooth Implants Placed Between Static And Mental Computer Assisted Surgery, Palita Smitkarn

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective: This randomized controlled clinical trial aimed to compared the accuracy of implant position between static and mental Computer Assisted Implant Surgery (CAIS) in single tooth gap. Materials and methods: 52 patients who received 60 implants in single tooth gap, randomized equally into static or mental CAIS. In static CAIS group, data from CBCT scan and data from intraoral or model scan were utilised for the three dimensional virtual planning implant positioning and desiring of a three dimensional surgical guide in implant planning software. Implant bed preparation and implant insertion were done through the three dimensional surgical guide. Implants in …

Comparison Of Single-Dose And Multi-Dose Antibiotic Prophylaxis In Orthognathic Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study, Teeraphat Pochana

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objective: (1) to compare the prophylactic effect of a single versus a multiple dose antibiotic regimens and (2) to determine factors related to surgical site infection in orthognathic surgery. Materials and methods: Medical records of patients underwent orthognathic surgery in the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University between 2014 and 2016 were extracted for medical data including demographic data, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)-classified past medical history, orthognathic surgical procedures and complications, prophylactic antibiotic regimen, and surgical site infection. The records also contained 30-day follow-up information, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) diagnostic criteria for surgical site …

Comparative Study Between Vitamin B 1-6-12 And Vitamin B 12 For Neurosensory Recovery After Bilateral Sagittal Split Ramus Osteotomy, Worawee Trising

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

A major complication from Bilateral Sagittal Split Ramus Osteotomy (BSSRO) is inferior alveolar nerve injured that manifest as neurosensory disturbance (NSD) on the lower lip, chin. Although the NSD is not a life-threatening problem but it impacts the patient's daily life. Vitamin B is commonly used to treat peripheral neuropathy but it is only few study for NSD from BSSRO. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of oral vitamin B1-6-12 and vitamin B12 on NSD after BSSRO. The study design was as a randomized, single blinded control trial of 75 patients who were NSD from BSSRO …

Pd-1 Expression On Immune Cells In Sepsis Mouse Model And The Susceptibility To Secondary Fungal Infection, Chau Tran Bao Vu

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Objectives: This study aimed to i) determine the kinetic changes of immune cell phenotypes, including an exhaustion marker PD-1, in spleens of murine sepsis ii) investigate the susceptibility against secondary fungal infection after sepsis, and iii) investigate the efficacy of an anti-PD-1 treatment in post-sepsis fungal infection. Methods: Cecal ligation and puncture (CLP) was used as a sepsis model and splenocytes post-CLP were assessed by flow cytometry. In addition, secondary post sepsis systemic fungal infections by Candida albicans or Aspergillus fumigatus administration at 5-day post-CLP were performed. Moreover, secondary aspergillosis was treated with Amphotericin B with or without anti-PD-1 to …

Tlr3 Signaling Modulates Immunomodulatory Property Of Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells., Daneeya Chaikiawkeaw

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Toll like receptor 3 (TLR3) is a member of TLR family functions to recognizes double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) produced by positive-strand RNA viruses and DNA virusesand generate signaling that stimulate body immune system against virus infection. However, recent evidence suggests that TLR3 signaling may also play a role in initiating the immunosuppressive property of the cells. Study on skin regeneration has shown the anti-inflammatory responses of keratinocytes required for wound healing andthe increasing number of hair follicle formation after TLR3 signaling was activated by fragment of RNA released from damaged cells. Moreover, activation of TLR3 signaling have shown to elicit a …

Effect Of Cyclic Tensile Force On The Expression Of Bone Morphogenetic Protein 9 And Interleukin 6 In Human Periodontal Ligament Cells, Yanee Tantilertanant

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Periodontium is a specialized tissue laying between tooth and surrounding bone. It functions as force cushion. In particular stimulation including mechanical force, periodontal ligament (PDL) cells which are mechanosensitive cells have the ability to secrete specific cytokines and proteins. PDL cells also have the potential to differentiate into osteoblast-like cells or fibroblast-like cells. PDL cells perceive combination of force in oral cavity in which major component is cyclic tensile force (CTF). CTF play an essential role in modulating PDL cells to maintain both hard and soft tissue integrity. Here, we demonstrated that CTF was able to stimulate the expression of …

The Effect Of Disking Technique On Proximal Caries Of Primary Upper Incisors In Tribal Preschool Children Attending Child Development Centers Of Mae Fah Luang District, And Doi Tung Development Project, Chiang Rai, Niwat Thanaboonyang

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Aim: To evaluate the effect of disking technique and resin modified glass ionomer cement (RMGI) restoration on proximal caries of primary upper incisors in tribal preschool children, aged 3-5 years, attending child development centers of Doi Tung Development Project, Chiang Rai. Methods: Twenty tribal preschool children were enrolled in this match-paired design study. Twenty-six proximal carious surfaces were randomized for RMGI restoration (control group), and 26 proximal carious surfaces were randomized for disking technique (experimental group). Fluoride varnish was applied in both groups after treatment. At 6-month interval, the treatment success was evaluated including retention of restoration, marginal integrity, no …