Insisiva Dental Journal: Majalah Kedokteran Gigi Insisiva

The Effect of Reciting the Qur’an with Makhraj on Saliva Volume and pH During Fasting

2024-11-29T10:42:28+07:00

An oral fluid called saliva contributes to the preservation of oral homeostasis. Both the major and minor salivary glands create saliva. Meanwhile, the practice of not eating or drinking is known as fasting. While fasting, saliva production is quite low, resulting from low stimulation to salivary glands. Salivary production, in fact, can be stimulated by mechanical stimuli, one of which is by reciting the Qur'an. Reciting the Qur'an with makhorijul huroof means reciting Qur'anic verses according to where the sound of the hijaiyah letters comes out. The resulting movement can stimulate the salivary glands and increase saliva production. The study, therefore, aims to determine the effect of reciting the Qur'an with makhraj on the volume and pH of saliva during fasting in Institut Ilmu Kesehatan Bhakti Wiyata Kediri students. This study employed a true experimental method with a pre-test-post-test control group design. The results data were analyzed and interpreted to test the hypothesis using the independent t-test with the variable data scale being ratio. The results revealed the significance value of the independent t-test on the difference between the pre-test and post-test data on volume and pH of the experimental group of 0.000 Asymp. Sig. (2-tailed). The p-value <0.05 indicates that there was a significant effect. This study concludes that reciting the Qur'an with makhraj can increase the volume and pH of saliva during fasting.

The Relationship between Mother's Behavior and The Incident of Early Childhood Caries (ECC)

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General health is influenced by dental and oral health, which is an essential component of it. Toddlers experience tooth decay more quickly than adults do. This is because the enamel on freshly erupted teeth is still developing and is, therefore, more prone to caries. Aside from that, another common poor habit is parents ignoring their kids' bad habits by drinking irresponsibly and for extended periods from bottles. Early Childhood Caries is defined as having one or more teeth that are damaged (having cavities or not) and tooth loss on the surface of primary teeth caused by caries or fillings in children 71 months of age or younger. Children's oral and dental health is significantly influenced by the actions of their parents, particularly mothers. The state of mothers' and their children's oral health is significantly correlated. This study intends to ascertain if maternal conduct about preserving the dental health of her offspring and the frequency of Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is related. This study combines a cross-sectional analytical research design with a correlative descriptive research design. The Spearman correlation test is the statistical method employed. Maternal conduct and the preservation of children's dental health are significantly correlated, as indicated by the Spearman rank correlation test results, which had a p-value of 0.000, which is less than 0.05 (p-value <0.05). Based on the study's findings, it can be said that early childhood caries (ECC) incidence and a mother's behavior toward preserving her kids' oral health are related.

Effect of Exposure Time on the Microscopic Adhesion of Composite Nano Sisal

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Composite resin has three main components: a resin matrix, filler particles (filler), and a coupling agent. The inorganic nature of composite resin filler particles contrasts with the organic components prevalent in tooth structure and some adhesives. Therefore, to increase adhesive, innovative composite materials containing organic fillers are required. The aim is to describe the effect of curing time (20, 30, and 40 seconds) on the microscopic adhesion strength of composite resins containing (a) nano sisal, (b) silane-treated hydroxyapatite nano sisal, and (c) Z350XT nanofiller (control) to dentin. This descriptive study investigated the potential of nano sisal, a sisal fiber-based filler in composite resin, as an alternative to conventional synthetic fillers. Samples were divided into three groups: nano sisal composite (Group A), nano sisal composite with a coupling agent (Group B), and Z350XT nanofiller composite (Group C). Premolar teeth were filled with all three composite groups and cured for 20, 30, and 40 seconds. Standardized samples were then extracted for microscopic adhesion observation via a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). SEM images of groups A, B, and C showed a gap in the adhesion between the composite resin and the tooth structure. The smallest adhesion distance in group A was at a curing time of 20 seconds (0.687 μm). Group B had a large adhesion distance at 20 seconds (15.747 μm). The smallest microleakege in group C was at 40 seconds of curing time. It was 0.644 μm. Microscopic examination using SEM reveals the presence of microscopic defects at the interface between the restoration and the tooth structure across all investigated curing times (20, 30, and 40 seconds).

The Effect of Red Algae (Eucheuma cottonii) Nanoemulgel on Cytokine Il-1 Beta Expression for Traumatic Ulcers Healing

2024-11-29T10:42:28+07:00

Red algae (Eucheuma cottonii) is a type of seaweed (Rhodophyceae). Eucheuma cottonii contains flavonoids and florotanin as an anti-inflammatory agent. The extracted red algae were formulated into nanoemulgel. This study aimed to determine the effect of red algae nanoemulgel (Eucheuma cottonii) in the expression of IL-1β cytokines on the healing of traumatic ulcers. The researcher applied true experimental research with a post-test-only control group design. This research was conducted by giving Eucheuma cottonii nanoemulgel concentrations of 20%, 35%, 50%, positive control, and negative control at the labial once a day, followed by evaluation using the IHC method. The results revealed that Eucheuma cottonii nanoemulgel extract affected the expression of IL-1β cytokines in healing traumatic ulcers by decreasing the amount of IL-1β cytokine expression. The results obtained a p-value of 0.05, which indicates a significant difference in the expression of the number of IL-1β cytokines in traumatic ulcers. This study concluded that the 20% Eucheuma cottonii extract nanoemulgel treatment group affected the amount of IL-1β by decreasing the expression of IL-1β cytokines. Nanoemulgel of 20% Eucheuma cottonii extract is considered effective as an anti-inflammatory material for traumatic ulcer healing.

Differences of Microleakage Between Pit and Fissure Sealant Materials Composite Resin and RMGIC

2024-11-29T10:42:28+07:00

The shape of deep and narrow pits and fissures can be a place of retention for both bacteria and debris and if this condition is left untreated, it can develop into caries. Effective efforts are needed to prevent caries, one of which is the application of pit and fissure sealants. Composite resin and resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC) are materials that are used as pit and fissure sealants. Consumption of drinks with an acidic pH, such as fermented milk, is one of the causes of microleakage because it degrades the sealant material. This study aims to know the differences in microleakage between pit and fissure sealant materials, composite resin, and RMGIC after immersion in fermented milk drinks. The sample of this research was divided into 2 groups, namely group A as composite resin and group B as RMGIC. Each group used a sample of 10 elements of the maxillary 1st premolar, then soaked in fermented milk drink for 6 hours at 37oC, followed by immersion in 2% methylene blue for 4 hours, then penetration of 2% methylene blue was checked using the Beta 4.0.3 of Scion Image program. The average microleakage of group A was 0.761 mm, and that of group B was 2.178 mm. There were differences in microleakage from the pit and fissure sealant material composite resin, and RMGIC composite resin had lower microleakage rates than RMGIC materials.

Hardness Comparison of Single-Shade vs Multi-Shade Dental Resin Nano-Composite

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Shade matching of multi-shade dental resin nano-composite is a process that requires time and operator expertise. Single-shade universal composite resin claimed to match all tooth colors to simplify the process. Comprehensive testing, including an assessment of surface hardness, is needed to evaluate the properties of this relatively new single-shade universal composite and to evaluate the surface hardness of single-shade universal composite compared to multi-shade dental resin nano-composite. This experimental study tested two composite restorative materials: single-shade universal composite (Omnichroma, Tokuyama Dental, Japan) and nanofilled composite resin (FiltekTM Z350 XT, 3M/ESPE, USA). Thirty specimens divided into 2 groups (n=15) were fabricated by placing the composites into a stainless steel mold (2 mm thick × 12 mm diameter) and photoactivated for 20 seconds, followed by finishing and polishing. Surface hardness was evaluated using a Vickers hardness testing machine and a diamond indenter with a load of 1000 g applied for 15 seconds. Data were analyzed by using an independent t-test. The mean surface hardness of single-shade universal and multi-shade dental resin nano-composite were 21.04±4,92 and 19.33±5,61 Vickers hardness number (VHN), respectively. Single-shade universal composite showed no significant difference in surface hardness to multi-shade dental resin nano-composite (p-value > 0.05). The surface hardness value of single-shade universal composite resin was comparable to multi-shade dental resin nano-composite.

The Correlation of Parenting Styles toward Dental Caries in Toddlers

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The prevalence of caries shows a percentage of 90% in toddlers in Indonesia. Caries has a negative impact on the body development of toddlers. Through the right parenting style, it is considered to be possible to reduce the caries rate in children under five. This study aims to determine the effect of parenting style on toddler dental caries in Baki District, Sukoharjo Regency. Accordingly, this analytical observational research applied a cross-sectional approach. Samples were taken using a purposive sampling technique involving 111 toddlers and their parents in Baki District. Toddler dental caries was measured using the dmft index, and parenting style was measured by a questionnaire adapted and modified from The Parenting Styles and Dimensions Questionnaire (PSDQ). Process data with IBM SPSS version 20. Results show that the parenting style of most parents involved in this study was authoritative (47,7%), followed by authoritarian (28,8%), and lastly permissive (23,4%). The highest dmft index is found in toddlers raised by permissive parents (7,92). The average education level of mothers in the three parenting styles was at the high school level (65%). The majority of parents' income in a month is in the moderate category. The conclusion showed that parenting style had no effect on toddler dental caries in Baki District, Sukoharjo Regency.

Application of Rambutan Honey Toothpaste with Color Indicator Effect on Salivary Malondialdehyde Levels

2024-11-29T10:42:28+07:00

Oxidative stress in the oral cavity, driven by an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants, can lead to lipid peroxidation, as reflected by elevated malondialdehyde (MDA) levels in saliva. Proper oral hygiene, such as regular tooth brushing, is vital in mitigating oxidative damage. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of rambutan honey toothpaste with a color indicator on reducing oxidative stress in the oral cavity by measuring salivary MDA levels. This research was conducted using a laboratory experimental design, with saliva samples collected from students at the Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani. Participants were assigned to five groups: rambutan honey toothpaste with a color indicator (RHTCI), rambutan honey toothpaste without a color indicator (RHT), color-indicated toothpaste without honey (TCI), base toothpaste (BT), and distilled water (DW). The thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARs) method was applied to assess MDA levels, and statistical analysis was conducted using Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney tests. The results showed a significant reduction in salivary MDA levels following the use of RHTCI (p = 0.0001). A notable difference was also found between RHTCI and TCI (p = 0.001), while no significant difference was observed between RHTCI and RHT (p = 0.190). These findings suggest that rambutan honey toothpaste with a color indicator effectively reduces salivary MDA levels, highlighting its potential antioxidant benefits.