Gum disease and supporting structures of teeth, including gingivitis, periodontitis, gum surgery, dental implants, and regenerative periodontal procedures
4 papersLactobacillus plantarum MF042018, a novel marine lactic acid bacterium, exhibits high tolerance to nickel and chromium and effectively removes them from aqueous solutions. The study also demonstrates its capacity for cadmium and lead biosorption, with optimal removal achieved at acidic pH and low temperature (22°C), fitting the Langmuir isotherm model.
An AI model demonstrated comparable performance to an experienced dentist in detecting dental plaque on primary teeth, achieving a mean intersection-over-union (MIoU) of 0.726. This technology could potentially be incorporated into a mobile app, enabling parents to monitor their children's oral hygiene and prevent dental cavities.
This study suggests that Fusobacterium nucleatum found in colorectal cancer may originate from the mouth and reach the gut via the bloodstream. Using genomic sequencing of patient-matched oral and tumor F. nucleatum isolates, along with mouse models, researchers demonstrated more efficient tumor colonization via intravenous inoculation than oral gavage.
Parents with higher education levels in Wuhan tend to have better oral health knowledge and prioritize oral health care needs like pit and fissure sealants. Their children also exhibit better oral hygiene practices. Mother's education appears to be a stronger predictor of these outcomes than father's education.