Antimicrobial Efficacy of Glass Ionomer Cement in Incorporation with Biogenic Zingiber officinale Capped Silver-Nanobiotic, Chlorhexidine Diacetate and Lyophilized Miswak

In the present study, Zingiber officinale is used for the synthesis of Zingiber officinale capped silver nanoparticles (ZOE-AgNPs) and compares the antimicrobial efficacy and compressive strength of conventional glass ionomer cement (GIC) combined with ZOE-AgNPs, lyophilized miswak, and chlorhexidine diacetate (CHX) against oral microbes. Five groups of the disc-shaped GIC specimens were prepared. Group A: lyophilized miswak and GIC combination, Group B: ZOE-AgNPs and GIC combinations, Group C: CHX and GIC combination, Group D: ZOE-AgNPs + CHX + GIC; Group E: Conventional GIC. Results confirmed the successful formation of ZOE-AgNPs that was monitored by UV-Vis sharp absorption spectra at 415 nm. The X-ray diffractometer (XRD) and transmission electron microscope (TEM) results revealed the formation of ZOE-AgNPs with a mean size 10.5–14.12 nm. The peaks of the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) were appearing the involvement of ZOE components onto the surface of ZOE-AgNPs which played as bioreducing, and stabilizing agents. At a 24-h, one-week and three-week intervals, Group D showed the significantly highest mean inhibitory zones compared to Group A, Group B, and Group C. At microbe-level comparison, Streptococcus mutans and Staphylococcus aureus were inhibited significantly by all the specimens tested except group E when compared to Candida albicans. Group D specimens showed slightly higher (45.8 ± 5.4) mean compressive strength in comparison with other groups. The combination of GIC with ZOE-AgNPs and chlorhexidine together enhanced its antimicrobial efficacy and compressive strength compared to GIC with ZOE-AgNPs or lyophilized miswak or chlorhexidine combination alone. The present study revealed that The combination of GIC with active components of ZOE-AgNPs and chlorhexidine paves the way to lead its effective nano-dental materials applications.

Human Remains Identification Using Micro-CT, Spectroscopic and A.I. Methods in Forensic Experimental Reconstruction of Dental Patterns After Concentrated Acid Significant Impact

(1) Human teeth are the most resilient tissues in the body. However, exposure to concentrated acids might lead to their obliteration, thus making human identification difficult. Teeth often contain dental restorations from materials that are even more resilient to acid impact. This paper introduces novel method of 3D reconstruction of dental patterns as a crucial step for digital identification with dental records.; (2) With combination of modern methods of Micro-Computed Tomography, Cone Beam Computed Tomography, Attenuated Total Reflection in conjunction with Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy and Artificial Intelligence Convolutional Neural Network algorithms, the paper presents the way of 3D dental pattern reconstruction and human remains identification. Research studies morphology of teeth, bone and dental materials (Amalgam, Composite, Glass-ionomer cement) under different periods of exposure to 75% sulfuric acid; (3) Results reveal significant volume loss in bone, enamel, dentine and as well glass-ionomer cement. Results also reveal significant resistance of composite and amalgam dental materials to sulfuric acid impact, thus serving as strong parts in the dental pattern mosaic. Paper also introduces probably first successful artificial intelligence application in automated forensic CBCT segmentation.; (4) Interdisciplinary cooperation utilizing mentioned technologies can solve problem of human remains identification with 3D reconstruction of dental patterns and their 2D projections over existing ante-mortem records.

Evaluasi morfologi permukaan semen ionomer kaca dengan modifikasi penambahan nanokitosan kumbang tanduk Surface morphology evaluation of glass ionomer cement modified with nano chitosan of rhinoceros beetle

Pendahuluan: Penambahan nanokitosan pada modifikasi bahan restorasi kedokteran gigi bertujuan untuk memperbaiki sifat mekanik. Sifat mekanik dari suatu bahan dipengaruhi oleh struktur permukaannya. Bahan restorasi yang banyak dilakukan modifikasi yaitu Semen Ionomer Kaca (SIK), salah satunya dengan menambahkan nanokitosan. Sumber nanokitosan dapat berasal dari eksoskeleton serangga kumbang tanduk (Xylotrupes gideon). Xylotrupes gideon memiliki kandungan kitin sebesar 47%. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis morfologi permukaan semen ionomer kaca dengan modifikasi penambahan nanokitosan kumang tanduk. Metode: Jenis penelitian yaitu eksperimental laboratorium. Sampel berbentuk silindris dengan ukuran 6 mm (tinggi) × 4 mm (diameter). Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Jumlah sampel minimal sebanyak 1 sampel untuk setiap kelompok yaitu kelompok (A) SIK konvensional (kontrol), (B) SIK modifikasi 10% vol/vol larutan nanokitosan, (C) SIK modifikasi 5% vol/vol larutan nanokitosan, (D) SIK modifikasi 10% weight/weight bubuk nanokitosan, dan (E) SIK modifikasi 5% weight/weight bubuk nanokitosan. Sampel yang telah dibuat disimpan dalam inkubator dengan suhu 37°C. Karakterisasi morfologi permukaan sampel menggunakan Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). Hasil: Karakterisasi SEM menunjukkan adanya variasi retakan pada permukaan sampel yang diperiksa dengan pembesaran 2000× dan 3500×. SIK modifikasi bubuk nanokitosan menunjukkan lebih banyak retakan pada permukaannya serta peningkatan rasio nanokitosan kumbang tanduk menunjukkan peningkatan keretakan pada morfologi permukaan SIK. Simpulan: Penambahan nanokitosan kumbang tanduk (Xylotrupes gideon) pada Semen Ionomer Kaca mengakibatkan perubahan morfologi permukaan SIK.Kata kunci: Semen ionomer kaca; kumbang tanduk; scanning electron microscopy ABSTRACTIntroduction: The addition of nanochitosan to the modification of dental restorative materials improves mechanical properties. Its surface structure influences the mechanical properties of a material. The restoration material that has been modified a lot is Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC), one of which is by adding nano chitosan. The source of nano chitosan can be derived from the exoskeleton of the rhinoceros beetle (Xylotrupes gideon). Rhinoceros beetle has a chitin content of 47%. This study aims to analyse the surface morphology of the glass ionomer cement with the modification of the addition of nano chitosan of rhinoceros beetle. Methods: This type of research was an experimental laboratory. The sample was cylindrical with 6 mm (height) × 4 mm (diameter). The sampling used was a purposive sampling technique. The minimum number of samples was one sample for each group, namely group (A) conventional (control) GIC, (B) modified GIC 10% vol/vol nanochitosan solution, (C) GIC modified 5% vol/vol nanochitosan solution, (D) GIC modification of 10% weight/weight of nanochitosan powder, and (E) modified GIC of 5% weight/weight of nanochitosan powder. Samples that have been made were stored in an incubator at 37°C. Characterisation of the surface morphology of the sample using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). Results: SEM characterisation showed variations of cracks on the surface of the samples examined at 2000x and 3500x magnification. GIC modified nano chitosan powder showed more cracks on the surface, and an increase in the ratio of rhinoceros beetle nano chitosan showed an increase in cracks in the surface morphology of the GIC. Conclusions: The addition of nano chitosan of rhinoceros beetle to the GIC resulted in changes in the surface morphology.Keywords: Glass ionomer cement; rhinoceros beetle; scanning electron microscopy

Effects of Nanohydroxyapatite Incorporation into Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC)

Glass ionomer cement (GIC) or polyalkenoate cement is a water-based cement that is commonly used in clinical dentistry procedures as a restorative material. It exhibits great properties such as fluoride-ion release, good biocompatibility, ease of use and great osteoconductive properties. However, GIC’s low mechanical properties have become a major drawback, limiting the cement’s usage, especially in high stress-bearing areas. Nanohydroxyapatite, which is a biologically active phosphate ceramic, is added as a specific filler into glass ionomer cement to improve its properties. In this review, it is shown that incorporating hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (nHA) into GIC has been proven to exhibit better physical properties, such as increasing the compressive strength and fracture toughness. It has also been shown that the addition of nanohydroxyapatite into GIC reduces cytotoxicity and microleakage, whilst heightening its fluoride ion release and antibacterial properties. This review aims to provide a brief overview of the recent studies elucidating their recommendations which are linked to the benefits of incorporating hydroxyapatite nanoparticles into glass ionomer cement.

Bond Strength and Microleakage of a Novel Glass Ionomer Cement Containing Silver Diamine Fluoride

Objectives To investigate the shear bond strength and microleakage of glass ionomer cement (GIC) containing silver diamine fluoride (SDF). Materials and Methods Sound human permanent premolars were divided into the following three groups: 1) GIC (Fuji IX), 2) GICSDF-S: GIC + SDF (Saforide), and 3) GICSDF-T: GIC + SDF (Topamine). Shear bond strength (n = 14/group) was measured using a universal testing machine and compared between groups (one-way ANOVA and Tukey HSD, p < 0.05). Microleakage (n = 15/group) at enamel and dentin margins was scored using a stereomicroscope (10x) and compared between groups (Chi-square, p < 0.05). Results There were significant differences in shear bond strength between the GIC and GICSDF-S groups and between the GIC and GICSDF-T groups. The GIC group had the lowest shear bond strength among the groups; however, there was no significant difference between the GICSDF-S and GICSDF-T groups. The microleakage test results were not significantly different between groups at the enamel margin or dentin margins. Although the GIC group demonstrated a higher dye penetration score at the enamel and dentin margins, the difference was not significant. Conclusions Within the limitations of this study, we conclude that incorporating SDF into GIC results in higher shear bond strength while not increasing microleakage at the enamel and dentin margins.

Evaluation of the Surface Hardness and Roughness of a Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Cement Containing Bacterial Cellulose Nanocrystals

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the performance of a resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC) to which bacterial cellulose nanocrystals (BCNs) were added. BCNs were incorporated into the RMGIC powder in ratios of 0.3%, 0.5%, and 1% (w/w). One control and three experimental groups were enrolled in the study: unmodified RMGIC (control), 0.3% (w/w) BCN-modified RMGIC, 0.5% (w/w) BCN-modified RMGIC, and 1% (w/w) BCN-modified RMGIC. The surface hardness and surface roughness were the parameters assessed. The materials were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The data were analyzed using the one-way ANOVA and Kruskal–Wallis tests for surface hardness and roughness, respectively. The addition of BCN resulted in the improvement of surface roughness in all the specimens compared with the control material. The RMGIC modified by 1% (w/w) BCN showed the lowest surface roughness (decreased by 52%) among all tested groups. However, BCN had a negative effect on the surface hardness of RMGIC. The group with 0.3% (w/w) BCN had the least decrease in microhardness (13%). According to the results, the RMGIC group modified by 1% (w/w) BCN had a smoother surface than the other groups. The surface microhardness of the RMGIC decreased after BCNs were added to it.