Antimicrobial Alternatives Against Resilient Oral Biofilms.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Meto, Aida.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (210 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Basel : MDPI AG, 2025.

Summary:

As dentistry advances, novel compounds and tools are being developed to maintain oral health and/or treat dental/periodontal infections.Dental caries (tooth decay) requires proper management to avoid this disease and, eventually, tooth extraction.Extensive literature documents the pathogenic role of certain microorganisms and their ability to.

Contents:

Intro

Abbreviations

About the Author

Preface

Acknowledgements

Microbial Complex Ecosystems Influencing Oral Health: Oral Biofilms

Introduction

Historical Perspective on Oral Biofilm Research

Early Discoveries and Theories

The Evolution of Biofilms and Their Role in Oral Disease

Progress in Oral Microbiology

Oral Biofilm Formation

Stages of Oral Biofilm Formation

EPS Matrix and Biofilm Stability

Microbial Composition and Health Implications

Factors Influencing Microbial Composition of Oral Biofilms

Diet: Carbohydrate Intake and Fermentable Substrates

Oral Hygiene Practices

Saliva and Biofilm Pathogenicity

Host Genetics

Conclusions

References

Significant Impact of Oral Biofilms on Systemic Health

Impact of Oral Biofilms on Oral Health

Dental Caries

Periodontal Disease: Pathogenesis, Systemic Links, and Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment

Halitosis: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches

Oral Candidiasis: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches

Oral Lichen Planus: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches

Peri-Implantitis: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches

Mechanisms and Systemic Impact of Oral Biofilms

Future Directions in Diagnosis, Therapy, and Regeneration

Pathogenic Microbial Influence on Pulp-Periodontal Pathologies

Role of Oral Microbiome in Pulp-Periodontal Pathologies

Anatomy and Pathophysiology of Dental Pulp and Periodontal Tissues

Evolution of Classification Systems for Pulp-Periodontal Pathologies

Pathogens in Pulp-Periodontal Lesions

Clinical Manifestations of Pulp-Periodontal Pathologies

Diagnostic Techniques for Identifying Pulp-Pathogenic Microbes

Endodontic Treatment with Emphasis on Irrigants for Intracanal Disinfection.

Treatment Strategies for Pulp-Periodontal Pathologies

Advanced Materials in Endodontic and Periodontal Therapy

What Do We Know About Propolis in Modern Dentistry?

Propolis: A Lasting Link Between People and Bees

Chemical Composition of Propolis

Regional Variations in Propolis

Propolis in Medicine and Dentistry

Propolis in Medicine

Propolis in Dentistry

Synergistic Effects with Other Natural Dental Agents

Optimized Formulations for Propolis in Dental Care

Ongoing Research

Advancements in Copper-Calcium Hydroxide (Cupral) Research and Its Applications in Dentistry

Problems of Endodontic Treatment of Teeth

Composition of Cupral

Cu in Dentistry

Ca(OH)2 in Dentistry

Cupral's Role in Dentistry

Depotphoresis Methodology

Methodology of Depotphoresis with Cupral

Final Canal Sealing with Atacamit

Clinical Success and Applications

Comparative Efficacy and Controlled Studies of Cupral

The Role of Nanotechnology in Enhancing Cupral Efficacy

Biocompatibility and Safety of Cupral

Addressing Barriers to Clinical Adoption of Cupral

Advanced Techniques for Delivering Cupral: Iontophoresis and Electrophoresis

Current Guidelines and Standards for Cupral Use in Endodontics

Alignment with International Expert Consensus

National and Manufacturer Protocols: The German Experience

Integration into Clinical Practice Frameworks

Future Directions for International Guideline Development

Future Directions and Research Gaps for Cupral

Conclusions: Tips and Concepts for Success in Endodontics

Endodontics in Contemporary Dental Care

Key Concepts: Depth, Evidence, and Practice

Integrating Current Technologies: From Diagnosis to Precision Therapy.

Essential Strategies for Predictable Endodontic Success

Conclusions and Future Directions

References.

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ISBN:

3-7258-2195-X

9783725821952