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Inhibition of Streptococcus mutans polysaccharide synthesis by molecules targeting glycosyltransferase activity

open access: yesJournal of Oral Microbiology, 2016
Glycosyltransferase (Gtf) is one of the crucial virulence factors of Streptococcus mutans, a major etiological pathogen of dental caries. All the available evidence indicates that extracellular polysaccharide, particularly glucans produced by S.
Zhi Ren, Lulu Chen, Jiyao Li, Yuqing Li
doaj   +1 more source

Acid‐Resistant Glass Ionomer Cements: An Assessment of Their Mechanical Properties, Fluoride Ion Release and Protection to Surrounding Tooth Surfaces From Acid Challenges

open access: yesJournal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials, Volume 113, Issue 4, April 2025.
ABSTRACT New acid‐resistant glass ionomer cements (GIC) claim to be able to withstand acidic conditions while also protecting surrounding tooth structures and preserving function. Currently, there are only a few studies that assessed mechanical properties, ion release, and changes that occur around an acid‐resistant GIC–dentine bonded interface under ...
Kai Chun Li   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Topical fluoride and regulation of salivary pH in Peruvian Altiplano schoolchildren: a comparative longitudinal study

open access: yesFrontiers in Oral Health
IntroductionSaliva acts as a natural buffer, neutralizing the acids produced by bacterial metabolism. Maintaining salivary pH in a range close to neutrality is essential for enamel remineralization processes.
Vilma Mamani-Cori   +9 more
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In Vitro morphological, optical and microbiological evaluation of nanosilver fluoride in the remineralization of deciduous teeth enamel

open access: yesNanotechnology Reviews, 2018
Nanosilver fluoride (NSF) was developed as an alternative in the prevention of dental caries.
Vieira Costa e Silva Amitis   +11 more
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Oral Health Care: A Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines

open access: yesNursing &Health Sciences, Volume 27, Issue 1, March 2025.
ABSTRACT Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for preventing and managing oral health problems. This systematic review aimed to identify and assess clinical practice guidelines on oral hygiene, focusing on quality and key areas. A comprehensive search was conducted in PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane, and organizational websites.
Chiara Gallione   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Influence of Parotid Saliva Composition on Phosphate Species' Chemical State in Relation to Dental Caries

open access: yesClinical and Experimental Dental Research, Volume 11, Issue 1, February 2025.
ABSTRACT Objectives The aim of the present study was to analyze the influence of parotid saliva (PS) composition on the phosphate species' chemical state in relation to dental caries. Methods Unilateral stimulated PS samples were collected from 21 healthy adult subjects using a Lashley cup.
Angela Rovera   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

The strategic role of biotics in dental caries prevention: A scoping review

open access: yesFood Science &Nutrition, Volume 12, Issue 11, Page 8651-8674, November 2024.
Probiotics can be used as a therapeutic approach to manage caries by restoring eubiosis at the host–microbial interface. Its positive effect depends on the potent probiotic strains, appropriate dosage, treatment period, vehicle, and microbial–host interaction.
Morteza Banakar   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Oral conditions are associated with salt taste disability among American adults

open access: yesOral Diseases, Volume 30, Issue 8, Page 5475-5482, November 2024.
Abstract Aim To explore the association between oral conditions and their interaction with salt taste disability among American adults. Methods Data from the 2013–2014 NHANES cycle were used (n = 2373). The exposures were periodontitis, defined by the 2017 EFP‐AAP classification, dental caries, missing teeth, and edentulism, as per the DMF‐T index, and
Luisa Schertel Cassiano   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Geographic patterns of dental service use in the Child Dental Benefits Schedule: 6 years of claims in the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children

open access: yesHealth Promotion Journal of Australia, Volume 35, Issue 4, Page 947-956, October 2024.
Abstract Issue Addressed This article explores the geographic patterns of claims within the Australian Government's Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). Background The CDBS is a means‐tested schedule implemented in 2014 to improve access to dental services for children.
Nicole Stormon   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of non-fluoride agents on the prevention of dental caries in primary dentition: A systematic review.

open access: yesPLoS ONE, 2017
ObjectiveTo assess the effect of non-fluoride agents on the prevention of dental caries in primary dentition.Materials and methodsMedline, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library, CBM and CNKI databases were searched to identify all the relevant ...
Yu Wang   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

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