• Radiation Oncology Journal
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• 제38권2호
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• pp.84-92
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• 2020

Patients undergoing radiation therapy for head and neck cancer (HNC) experience significant early and long-term side effects. The likelihood and severity of complications depends on a number of factors, including the total dose of radiation delivered, over what time it was delivered and what parts of the head and neck received radiation. Late side effects include: permanent loss of saliva; osteoradionecrosis; radiation recall myositis, pharyngoesophageal stenosis; dental caries; oral cavity necrosis; fibrosis; impaired wound healing; skin changes and skin cancer; lymphedema; hypothyroidism, hyperparathyroidism, lightheadedness, dizziness and headaches; secondary cancer; and eye, ear, neurological and neck structures damage. Patients who undergo radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma tend to suffer from chronic sinusitis. These side effects present difficult challenges to the patients and their caregivers and require life-long strategies to alleviate their deleterious effect on basic life functions and on the quality of life. This review presents these side effects and their management.

• 대한장애인치과학회지
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• 제10권1호
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• pp.26-30
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• 2014

프라더 윌리 증후군과 원인을 알 수 없는 심낭 삼출을 앓고 있는 3세 남환이 치아우식을 주소로 내원하여 임상 구강 검사 결과 다발성 우식증과 구강 전반에 걸친 치아 마모증이 관찰되었다. 약 10개월간 보존적인 수복치료와 구강 위생관리를 시도하였으나, 치아 우식의 빠른 진행과 환아의 협조도 부족으로 전신마취 하 우식 치료를 시행하였다.

• 한국융합학회논문지
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.89-96
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• 2017

본 연구의 목적은 치과임상에서 불소 바니쉬 선택 시 고려해야 할 정보를 제공하고자 국내에서 사용하는 모든 불소 바니쉬를 선정하여 초기우식병소의 재광화 효과를 분석하고자 하였다. 7종의 불소 바니쉬를 무작위 배분하여 영구치(56)는 7종(CS, MI, CW, VV, EP, FP, FN)을, 유치(20)는 그중 CS, MI, CW, FP를 사용하였다. 시편은 네일바니쉬로 $3{\times}3mm^2$ 윈도우 형성 후 4일간 탈회시키고, 영구치와 유치로 구분하여 불소 바니쉬 도포 후 1주간 인공타액에서 교반하였다. QLF-D을 이용하여 우식 병소크기 변화를 분석한 결과, 영구치에서 바니쉬 도포전에 비해 도포 후 CS(4,64), MI(4.86), CW(4.50), EP(5.50)바니쉬가 ${\Delta}F$값이 감소하였고, 유치에서 FP(3.00), MI(3.00)바니쉬에서 재광화 효과가 나타났다. 그러므로 MI바니쉬는 치과임상에서 성인과 아동 모두에게 우식예방을 위한 불소도포 제제로 유용하게 활용될 수 있을 것이다.

• 한국치위생학회지
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• 제9권1호
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• pp.27-43
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• 2009

Purpose : The purpose of this study was to examine the oral health state of disabled people with mental retardation in an attempt to pave the way for oral health care planning geared toward the disabled. Subjects and Method : The subjects in this study were 46 mentally retarded people who attended rehabilitation centers for the disabled in the city of Wonju, Gangwon Province. After a survey was conducted, the collected data were analyzed with SPSS 13.0 program, and frequency analysis, percentage, ANOVA and t-test were utilized. Results : The findings of the study were as follows: 1. The simplified oral hygiene index of the mentally retarded people was 1.32, which was on the average. 2. The decayed teeth index and decayed teeth rate of the mentally retarded people were respectively 13.48 and 48.13 percent, which were above the average. 3. The decayed surface index and decayed surface rate of the mentally retarded people were respectively 27.17 and 17.39 percent. 4. The simplified debris index of the mentally retarded people significantly varied with gender(p<.01), and missing teeth index(p<.05) and missing surface index differed significantly with age. Filled surface index was significantly different according to the region. Conclusion : The findings of the study illustrated that their indexes related dental caries experience were high. In order to promote the oral health of the disabled with mental retardation, prolonged research should be implemented, and a dental checkup should be carried out on a regular basis by specialists. Preventive care and early treatment should be provided, and the development of customized oral health education programs tailored to different sorts of disabilities and oral health control methods is required.

• 대한장애인치과학회지
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• 제13권1호
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• pp.14-18
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• 2017

본 증례에서는 본과에서 발견한 임상적인 특징을 통해 X 염색체 우성 저인산혈증성 구루병으로 진단받아 13년간 의과적 및 치과적인 처치를 받고 있는 환아에 대해 보고하였다. 의과적으로 환아는 저신장 및 휜 다리 등의 전형적인 구루병 증상을 나타내었고, 치과적으로도 넓은 치수강, 상아법랑경계까지 연장된 치수각 및 자발적 치아농양 등의 전형적인 증상을 나타내었다. 본 환아는 정기적인 검진을 통해 유구치와 영구 소구치 및 대구치 모두 치면열구전색 및 수복치료 등을 적극적으로 시행해왔다. 그러나 예방적인 처치에도 불구하고 유치열에서는 총 8개의 치아에서 치아 우식에 이환 없이 자발적 치아농양이 발생하여 치수절제술을 시행하였으며, 조기 상실 등의 합병증 없이 영구치교환 시점까지 유지할 수 있었다. 영구치열에서는 그 빈도가 낮아졌으나 하악 우측 제1, 2대구치에서 발생한 자발적 치아농양으로 치료를 완료하였다. 앞으로 치아교모 등의 원인으로 영구치에서 발생할 수 있는 치아농양을 예방하기 위해 예방적인 전장관수복치료가 필요하리라 생각된다.

• 한국축산식품학회지
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• 제40권6호
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• pp.1001-1013
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• 2020

The formation of biofilms on the enamel surface of teeth by Streptococcus mutans is an important step in dental plaque formation, demineralization, and early caries because the biofilm is where other bacteria involved in dental caries attach, grow, and proliferate. The objectives of this study were to determine the effect of phosvitin (PSV) on the biofilm formation, exopolysaccharides (EPS) production, adherence activity of S. mutans, and the expression of genes related to the compounds essential for biofilm formation (quorum-sensing inducers and components of biofilm matrix) by S. mutans. PSV significantly reduced the biofilm-forming activity of S. mutans and increased the degradation of preformed biofilms by S. mutans. PSV inhibited the adherence activity of S. mutans by 31.9%-33.6%, and the production of EPS by 62%-65% depending upon the strains and the amount of PSV added. The expressions of genes regulating the production of EPS and the quorum-sensing-inducers (gtfA, gtfD, ftf, relA, vicR, brpA, and comDE) in all S. mutans strains were down-regulated by PSV, but gtfB was down-regulated only in S. mutans KCTC 5316. Therefore, the anti-biofilm-forming activity of PSV was accomplished through the inhibition of biofilm formation, adherence activity, and the production of quorum-sensing inducers and EPS by S. mutans.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제42권2호
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• pp.146-151
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• 2017

X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH) is a hereditary metabolic disease caused by the loss of phosphate through the renal tubules into the urine, and an associated decrease in serum calcium and potassium phosphate. Its dental features include spontaneous dental abscesses that occur in the absence of trauma or dental caries. The aim of this case report was to describe the dental problems of XLH patients and to evaluate limitations in their treatment. A 14 year old male and a 38 year old female with XLH were referred to the Department of Conservative Dentistry for endodontic treatment. The dental findings were periapical abscesses without obvious trauma or caries. Conservative endodontic treatment was performed in teeth with pulp necrosis and abscess. In case 1, the treated teeth showed improvements in bone healing, without clinical symptoms. However, in case 2, the implants and the treated tooth showed hypermobility, and the final restoration was therefore postponed. Early diagnosis, periodic examinations, and communication with the patient's pediatrician are important in the dental management of patients with XLH.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제48권2호
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• pp.176-183
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• 2021

이 연구는 소아 환자에서 생활치수치료를 시행한 미성숙 제1대구치의 술전 요인들을 분석하고 생활치수치료와의 상관관계를 알아보고자 하였다. 2014년 5월부터 2020년 1월까지 치료가 시행된 523명, 1,242개의 미성숙 제1대구치에 대해 조사하였다. 생활치수치료 후 수복치료를 받은 미성숙 제1대구치를 실험군으로, 생활치수치료 없이 수복치료만 받은 미성숙 제1대구치를 대조군으로 설정하였다. 연령, 성별, 치아의 위치, Molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH), 우식 와동 위치 및 과거 수복치료 병력에 대해 조사하였다. 생활치수치료군은 대조군에 비하여 MIH가 5.56배, 근심 와동이 3.39배, 원심 와동이 8.73배 더 많은 것으로 나타났다. 미성숙 영구치의 생활치수치료를 예방하기 위해 제1대구치가 맹출된 후 MIH의 조기 진단 및 적극적인 관리와 근, 원심면 우식에 대한 예방적 처치가 필요할 것으로 사료된다.

• Journal of Korean Academy of Oral Health
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• 제42권4호
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• pp.238-241
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• 2018

Williams syndrome is a rare congenital disorder with various physical abnormalities and characterized by facial, oral, and dental features. Individuals with Williams syndrome typically have eating disorders in the early childhood, which lead to prolonged night feeding. Prolonged night feeding is a risk factor for rampant dental caries. Williams syndrome is caused by the microdeletion of chromosome 7, resulting in elastin deficiency. Elastin is integral to cardiovascular health. Many patients with Williams syndrome have complex cardiovascular abnormalities that must be considered a part of dental management. Complications related to cardiovascular diseases may induce adverse effects such as dangerously elevated blood pressure. This may occur in patients during stressful dental treatment. In addition, characteristics of auditory hyperalgesia and anxiety disorders among patients with William syndrome, complicate receiving routine dental management. Therefore, dental treatment under sedation or general anesthesia may be preferable for patients with Williams syndrome; in particular, patients who are very uncooperative and/or needs extensive dental treatment. A thorough evaluation of each patient's physical condition is required before making decisions regarding dental treatment. Careful monitoring and preparation for emergencies are very important during and shortly after dental treatment under general anesthesia or sedation. Monitoring is critical until vital signs have stabilized and return to normal. A 28-month-old man diagnosed as having Williams syndrome, visited the Dental Hospital of ${\bigcirc}{\bigcirc}$ University for the management of rampant dental caries. We reported on the management of this patient who had peripheral pulmonic stenosis, and received dental treatment under general anesthesia. We also reviewed the characteristics of Williams syndrome and discussed considerations for dental treatment under general anesthesia.

• Journal of Korean Dental Science
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• 제16권1호
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• pp.9-22
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• 2023

Xerostomia is defined as the subjective complaint of dry mouth with or without hyposalivation, which is insufficient salivary secretion from salivary gland. Xerostomia can lead to multiple oral symptoms such as dental caries, halitosis, burning mouth syndrome, and oral candidiasis, which can significantly impact the well-being of patients, especially in geriatric patients who may already have compromised health. Clinical findings of xerostomia include decreased salivary flow and alterations in salivary composition. These changes can lead to various oral health problems such as dental caries, periodontitis, swallowing and speaking difficulties, taste disturbances, halitosis, mucosal diseases, and burning mouth syndrome. Recognizing these clinical manifestations is essential for early diagnosis and appropriate management. Although several reasons and risk factors have been suggested for xerostomia such as aging, chemo-radiation therapy, systemic disease, and Sjögren's syndrome, the polypharmacy is recently highlighted especially in elderly patients. Understanding the etiology and risk factors associated with xerostomia is crucial for effective management. To manage xerostomia patients, a multidisciplinary guideline should be established beyond dental care. Through this literature review, we summarized consideration for diagnostic, therapeutic, nursing essentials for the clinical guideline. By addressing the underlying causes and implementing appropriate treatment strategies, healthcare professionals can improve the quality of life for individuals suffering from xerostomia.