Proteomic analysis of stimulated saliva in gastroesophageal reflux disease patients with and without erosive tooth wear: Observational study.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the difference in the proteomic profile of stimulated saliva in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with (GE) and without (GNE) erosive tooth wear (ETW), regarding both human and bacterial proteins. METHODS: Stimulated saliva (SS) was collected from 16 patients (8/group). Samples were centrifuged at 4.500 g for 15 min under refrigeration to remove all debris. The supernatant from each saliva sample was taken and frozen at -80 °C. After extracting the proteins, they were submitted to reverse phase liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry (nLC-ESI-MS/MS). Label-free proteomic quantification was performed using Protein Lynx Global Service (PLGS) software (p < 0.05) for human and bacterial proteins. RESULTS: In total, 67 human proteins were common for GNE and GE groups. GNE group presented, compared to GE group, increase in proteins that confer antimicrobial and acid resistant properties, such as cystatins, histatin and immunoglobulins. However, GNE group had a marked decrease in subunits of hemoglobin (α, ß and delta). Regarding bacterial proteins, for SS, 7 and 10 unique proteins were identified in the GE and GNE groups, respectively. They are related to protein synthesis and energy metabolism and interact with human proteins typically found in saliva and supramolecular complexes of the acquired pellicle. CONCLUSIONS: Our data indicate that the stimulation of the salivary flow increases acid resistant and antimicrobial proteins in saliva, which might protect against ETW. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: This pioneer study showed important differences in the human and bacterial proteome of SS in patients with GERD with or without ETW.

Acquired enamel pellicle protects gastroesophageal reflux disease patients against erosive tooth wear.

The objective of this study was to compare the protein profile of the acquired enamel pellicle (AEP) formed in vivo in patients with or without gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and with or without erosive tooth wear (ETW). Twenty-four volunteers were divided into 3 groups: 1) GERD and ETW; 2) GERD without ETW; and 3) control (without GERD). The AEP formed 120 min after prophylaxis was collected from the lingual/palatal surfaces. The samples were subjected to mass spectrometry (nLC-ESI-MS/MS) and label-free quantification by Protein Lynx Global Service software. A total of 213 proteins were identified, or 119, 92 and 106 from each group, respectively. Group 2 showed a high number of phosphorylated and calcium-binding proteins. Twenty-three proteins were found in all the groups, including 14-3-3 protein zeta/delta and 1-phosphatidylinositol. Several intracellular proteins that join saliva after the exfoliation of oral mucosa cells might have the potential to bind hydroxyapatite, or participate in forming supramolecular aggregates that bind to precursor proteins in the AEP. Proteins might play a central role in protecting the dental surface against acid dissolution.

Acquired enamel pellicle protects gastroesophageal reflux disease patients against erosive tooth wear

Abstract The objective of this study was to compare the protein profile of the acquired enamel pellicle (AEP) formed in vivo in patients with or without gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and with or without erosive tooth wear (ETW). Twenty-four volunteers were divided into 3 groups: 1) GERD and ETW; 2) GERD without ETW; and 3) control (without GERD). The AEP formed 120 min after prophylaxis was collected from the lingual/palatal surfaces. The samples were subjected to mass spectrometry (nLC-ESI-MS/MS) and label-free quantification by Protein Lynx Global Service software. A total of 213 proteins were identified, or 119, 92 and 106 from each group, respectively. Group 2 showed a high number of phosphorylated and calcium-binding proteins. Twenty-three proteins were found in all the groups, including 14-3-3 protein zeta/delta and 1-phosphatidylinositol. Several intracellular proteins that join saliva after the exfoliation of oral mucosa cells might have the potential to bind hydroxyapatite, or participate in forming supramolecular aggregates that bind to precursor proteins in the AEP. Proteins might play a central role in protecting the dental surface against acid dissolution.

Dentifrices or gels containing MMP inhibitors prevent dentine loss: in situ studies.

OBJECTIVES: Evaluate the effect of dentifrices or gels containing MMP inhibitors on dentine loss in situ. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Acrylic palatal appliances containing bovine dentine blocks were divided into two rows, corresponding to the groups erosion (ERO) and erosion associated with abrasion (ERO+ABR). For ERO, the appliances were immersed in a cola drink for 5 min, 4 times/day, while for ERO+ABR, the blocks were brushed for 15 sec with a dentifrice slurry after the second and third erosive challenges. Ten volunteers took part in study 1 (S1), where the dentifrices evaluated contained 1100 ppm fluoride as NaF, 0.61% green tea extract, or 0.012% chlorhexidine digluconate. Thirteen volunteers participated in study 2 (S2), in which the treatment was performed only once (1 min) with gels containing 400 µM EGCG (EGCG400), 0.012% chlorhexidine, 1 mM FeSO4, 1.23% F (NaF), placebo, or received no treatment. Dentine loss was analyzed by profilometry (µm). RESULTS: Regarding S1, ERO+ABR induced significantly higher dentine loss compared with ERO and all dentifrices tested led to significantly lower dentine loss when compared with placebo. For S2, regardless of the conditions or times of evaluation, gels containing EGCG, CHX, or FeSO4 led to significantly less wear compared with the other groups. CONCLUSION: Both dentifrices and gels containing MMP inhibitors significantly reduced dentine loss. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Dentifrices and gels containing MMP inhibitors are able to increase the protection against dentine wear, although gels have a better effect when compared with fluoride gel, lasting up to 10 days after a single application.

Salivary Hemoglobin Protects against Erosive Tooth Wear in Gastric Reflux Patients.

OBJECTIVE: Saliva is the most important biological factor to protect against erosive tooth wear (ETW). Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) patients have an increased risk of ETW due to the frequent presence of intrinsic acids in the oral cavity. Remarkably, not all GERD patients suffer from ETW, which might be due to differences in the composition of the saliva. METHODS: This study compared the proteomic profile of saliva in patients (1) with GERD and ETW (basic erosive wear examination, BEWE, score ≥9; GE group) and (2) with GERD without ETW (BEWE = 0; GNE group) using shotgun label-free quantitative proteomic analysis nLC-ESI-MS/MS. The ability of hemoglobin (Hb) to protect against initial enamel erosion caused by a daily 10-s immersion of enamel specimens in 0.01 M HCl (pH 2.3) for 3 days was evaluated in vitro for proof of concept. Surface hardness change was used as response variable. RESULTS: The differential expression of Hb subunits was significantly increased in the GNE group versus the GE group, in particular the Hb α-subunit that showed a >22-fold increase. Expressions of serum albumin (4.5-fold) and isoforms of cytoskeletal keratin type II (>3-fold) were also increased in the GNE group. Proteinase inhibitors, such as α1-antitrypsin and α2-macroglobulin, were only identified in the GNE group. In vitro, Hb (1.0 and 4.0 mg/mL) significantly reduced initial enamel erosion compared to a negative control after 3 days. CONCLUSIONS: Our results indicate that many proteins, with special emphasis on Hb, may be involved in the resistance of GERD patients to the occurrence of ETW. These proteins may be candidates for inclusion in dental products to protect against ETW.

The proteomic profile of the acquired enamel pellicle according to its location in the dental arches.

OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the variation in the protein profile of the acquired enamel pellicle (AEP) formed in vivo according to its location in the dental arches. DESIGN: The AEP was formed for 120min in 9 volunteers. Pellicle formed at upper+lower anterior facial (ULAFa; teeth 13-23 and 33-43), upper anterior palatal (UAPa; teeth 13-23), lower anterior lingual (LALi; teeth 33-43), upper+lower posterior facial (ULPFa; teeth 14-17 24-27, 34-37 and 44-47), upper posterior palatal (UPPa; teeth 14-17 and 24-27) and lower posterior lingual (LPLi; teeth 34-37 and 44-47) regions were collected separately and processed for analysis by label-free LC-ESI-MS/MS. RESULTS: Three-hundred sixty three proteins were identified in total, twenty-five being common to all the locations, such as Protein S100-A8, Lysozyme C, Lactoferrin, Statherin, Ig alpha-2, ALB protein, Myeloperoxidase and SMR3B. Many proteins were found exclusively in the AEP collected from one of the regions (46-UAPa, 33-LALi, 59-ULAFa, 31-ULPFa, 44-LPLi and 39-UPPa). CONCLUSIONS: The protein composition of the AEP varied according to its location in the dental arches. These results provide important insights for understanding the differential protective roles of the AEP as a function of its location in the dental arches.

Protective effect of milk against dental demineralization: understanding the mechanisms / Efeito protetor do leite contra a desmineralização dentária: compreensão dos mecanismos

This study aimed to answer the following questions: 1) does whole fluoridated milk protect more against enamel and dentin erosion than fat-free fluoridated milk? 2) does the protective effect of fluoridated milk against erosion follow a dose-response relationship? 3) is the treatment with whole or fat-free fluoridated milk before the first erosive challenge more protective against enamel and dentin erosion? 4) does the fat content of milk change the proteomic profile of the acquired enamel pellicle (AEP)? This study was divided into 2 parts. The first part analyzed in vitro the effect of milk against dental erosion, considering three factors: type of bovine milk (whole/fat-free), presence of different fluoride concentrations (0- 10.0 ppm) and time of application (before/after erosive challenge). Bovine enamel (n=15/group) and root dentin (n=12/group) specimens were submitted to the following treatments: 0.9% NaCl solution (negative control)( after first erosive challenge); whole milk with 0, 2.5, 5.0, 10.0 ppm F; fat-free milk with 0, 2.5, 5.0, 10.0 ppm F; 0.05% NaF solution (positive control) (before or after first erosive challenge). Specimens were submitted to demineralization - remineralization regimes, 4 times/ day, for 5 days. The response variables were enamel and dentin loss, evaluated by profilometry (µm). Data were analyzed using Kruskal­Wallis/Dunn's test (p<0.05). The presence of fluoride, especially at 10 ppm, was the most important factor in reducing dental erosion. The second part detected changes in protein profile of AEP formed in vivo after rinsing with whole milk, fat-free milk or water. Nine subjects with good oral conditions participated. The AEP was formed in the morning, for 120 min, after prophylaxis with pumice. In sequence, the volunteers rinsed with 10 mL of whole milk, fat-free milk or deionized water for 30 s, following a blind, crossover protocol. After 60 min, the AEP was collected with filter paper soaked in 3% citric acid and processed for analysis by liquid chromatography-electrospray ionization tandem mass spectrometry (LCESI- MS/MS). The obtained MS/MS spectra were searched against human protein database (SWISS­PROT). The proteomic data related to protein quantification were analyzed using the PLGS software. A total of 260 proteins were successfully identified in the AEP samples collected in all groups. Forty-nine were common to the 3 groups, while 72, 62 and 49 were specific for groups treated with whole milk, fat-free milk and water, respectively. Some were typical components of the AEP, such as Cystatin-B, Lysozyme C, Histatin-1, Statherin and Lactotransferrin. Other proteins are not commonly described as part of the AEP but could act in the defense of the organism against pathogens. Distinct proteomic profiles were found in the AEP after rinsing with whole or fat-free milk, which could have an impact in bacterial adhesion and tooth dissolution. The use of fat-free milk could favorably modulate the adhesion of bacteria in the AEP and the biofilm formation in comparison to whole milk.(AU)

Este estudo objetivou responder as seguintes questões: 1) o leite integral fluoretado protege mais contra a erosão do esmalte e dentina do que o leite fluoretado desnatado? 2) o efeito protetor do leite fluoretado segue um padrão dose-resposta? 3) o tratamento com leite integral ou leite desnatado fluoretado antes do primeiro desafio erosivo protege mais contra a erosão do esmalte e dentina? 4) o leite contendo gordura altera o perfil proteico da película adquirida do esmalte (PAE)? O estudo foi dividido em 2 partes. Na primeira parte foi realizado um estudo in vitro, considerando três fatores: tipo de leite bovino (integral/ desnatado), diferentes concentrações de fluoreto e tempo de aplicação (antes/após desafio erosivo). Os espécimes de esmalte bovino (n=15 /grupo) e dentina radicular (n=12 /grupo) foram submetidos aos seguintes tratamentos: solução de NaCl a 0,9% (controle negativo)(após o desafio erosivo); Leite integral com 0, 2,5, 5,0, 10,0 ppm F Leite desnatado com 0, 2,5, 5,0, 10,0 ppm F 0,05% de solução de NaF (controle positivo) (antes ou após o primeiro desafio erosivo). Os espécimes foram submetidos a regimes de desmineralização e remineralização, 4 vezes/dia, durante 5 dias. As variáveis de resposta foram perda de esmalte e dentina, avaliadas por perfilometria (µm). Os dados foram analisados usando o teste de Kruskal-Wallis / Dunn (p <0,05). A presença de fluoreto, especialmente na concentração de 10 ppm, demonstrou ser o fator mais importante na redução da erosão dentária. A parte II do estudo detectou alterações no perfil proteico da PAE formada in vivo após bochecho com leite integral, leite desnatado ou água. Nove indivíduos com boas condições de saúde bucal participaram. A PAE foi formada pela manhã, durante 120 minutos, após profilaxia com pedra-pomes. Em seguida, os voluntários bochecharam com 10 mL de leite integral, leite desnatado ou água deionizada durante 30 s, seguindo um protocolo cego e cruzado. Após 60 min, a película foi coletada com papel de filtro embebido em ácido cítrico a 3% e processada para análise por cromatografia líquida acoplada à espectrometria de massas com ionização por eletrospray (LC-ESI-MS / MS). Os espectros MS/MS obtidos foram confrontados com bases de dados de proteínas humanas (SWISSPROT). Os dados proteômicos relacionados à quantificação de proteínas foram analisados usando o software PLGS. Um total de 260 proteínas foi identificado nas amostras de PAE coletadas em todos os grupos. Quarenta e nove eram comuns aos 3 grupos, enquanto 72, 62 e 49 eram específicas para grupos tratados com leite integral, leite desnatado e água, respectivamente. Algumas proteínas encontradas são típicas da PAE, como Cistatina-B, Lisozima C, Histatina-1, Estaterina e Lactotransferrina. Outras proteínas não são comumente descritas como parte da PAE, mas podem atuar na defesa do organismo contra patógenos. Perfis proteômicos distintos foram encontrados na PAE após o bochecho com leite integral ou desnatado, o que poderia ter um impacto na adesão bacteriana e na dissolução dentária. O uso de leite desnatado pode modular favoravelmente a adesão de bactérias na PAE e a formação do biofilme em comparação com o leite integral.(AU)