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Effect of two desensitizing agents on dentin permeability in vitro

J. appl. oral sci; 25 (1), 2017
Abstract Objective The aim of this in vitro study was to investigate the effect of two desensitizing agents and water on hydraulic conductance in human dentin. Material and Methods GLUMA Desensitizer PowerGel (GLU) contains glutaraldehyde (GA) and 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA), and Teethmate Des...

Is the bonding of self-adhesive cement sensitive to root region and curing mode?

J. appl. oral sci; 25 (1), 2017
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the influence of two curing techniques on the degree of conversion (DC) of resin cements and on bond strength (BS) of fiber posts in different regions of root dentin. Material and Methods Twenty single-rooted premolars were endodontically treated, and the post spaces w...

Postoperative pain intensity after using different instrumentation techniques: a randomized clinical study

J. appl. oral sci; 25 (1), 2017
Abstract Postoperative pain is a frequent complication associated with root canal treatment, especially during apical instrumentation of tooth with preexisting periradicular inflammation Objectives The aim of this clinical study was to evaluate the influence of the instrumentation techniques on the inc...

Root length and alveolar bone level of impacted canines and adjacent teeth after orthodontic traction: a long-term evaluation

J. appl. oral sci; 25 (1), 2017
Abstract Objective The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the long-term effects of orthodontic traction on root length and alveolar bone level in impacted canines and adjacent teeth. Material and Methods Sample consisted of 16 patients (nine males and seven females), mean initial age 11 ...

Impact of Different Normality Thresholds for 24-hour ABPM at the Primary Health Care Level

Arq. bras. cardiol; 108 (2), 2017
Abstract Background: Hypertension is an important risk factor for cardiovascular outcomes. Primary health care (PHC) physicians should be prepared to act appropriately in the prevention of cardiovascular risk factors. However, the rates of patients with control of blood pressure (BP) remain low. The imp...

Which Coronary Lesions Are More Prone to Cause Acute Myocardial Infarction?

Arq. bras. cardiol; 108 (2), 2017
Abstract Background: According to common belief, most myocardial infarctions (MIs) are due to the rupture of nonsevere, vulnerable plaques with < 70% obstruction. Data from recent trials challenge this belief, suggesting that the risk of coronary occlusion is, in fact, much higher after severe stenos...

Modulation of drug resistance and biofilm formation of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from the oral cavity of Tunisian children

Braz. j. infect. dis; 21 (1), 2017
Abstract Objectives: This study aims to investigate the antimicrobial and the anti-biofilm activities of Lactobacillus plantarum extract (LPE) against a panel of oral Staphylococcus aureus (n = 9) and S. aureus ATCC 25923. The in vitro ability of LPE to modulate bacterial resistance to tetracycline, ben...

Classical and alternative macrophages have impaired function during acute and chronic HIV-1 infection

Braz. j. infect. dis; 21 (1), 2017
Abstract Objectives: Three decades after HIV recognition and its association with AIDS development, many advances have emerged – especially related to prevention and treatment. Undoubtedly, the development of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) dramatically changed the future of the syndr...

Oxidative stress in sepsis. Possible production of free radicals through an erythrocyte-mediated positive feedback mechanism

Braz. j. infect. dis; 21 (1), 2017
Abstract Background: Sepsis is an illness with a high morbidity for which no effective treatment exists. Its treatment has a high cost because it usually requires an intensive care unit and expensive antibiotics. The present study focus in the production of reactive oxygen species in the early stages of...

Risk factors for mortality in patients with ventilator-associated pneumonia caused by carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae

Braz. j. infect. dis; 21 (1), 2017
Abstract Background: The ideal therapeutic option for ventilator associated pneumonia caused by carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae is not defined. The aim of this study was to assess mortality-associated risk factors in patients with VAP by CRE and determine the outcome of several treatment options...