Peri-implantitis with a potential axis to brain inflammation: an inferential review.

Peri-implantitis (PI) is a chronic, inflammatory, and infectious disease which affects dental implants and has certain similarities to periodontitis (PD). Evidence has shown that PD may be related to several types of systemic disorders, such as diabetes and insulin resistance, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory tract infections, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and neurological disorders. Furthermore, some types of bacteria in PD can also be found in PI, leading to certain similarities in the immunoinflammatory responses in the host. This review aims to discuss the possible connection between PI and neuroinflammation, using information based on studies about periodontal disorders, a topic whose connection with systemic alterations has been gaining the interest of the scientific community. Literature concerning PI, PD, and systemic disorders, such as neuroinflammation, brain inflammation, and neurological disorder, was searched in the PubMed database using different keyword combinations. All studies found were included in this narrative review. No filters were used. Eligible studies were analyzed and reviewed carefully. This study found similarities between PI and PD development, maintenance, and in the bacterial agents located around the teeth (periodontitis) or dental implants (peri-implantitis). Through the cardiovascular system, these pathologies may also affect blood-brain barrier permeability. Furthermore, scientific evidence has suggested that microorganisms from PI (as in PD) can be recognized by trigeminal fiber endings and start inflammatory responses into the trigeminal ganglion. In addition, bacteria can traverse from the mouth to the brain through the lymphatic system. Consequently, the immune system increases inflammatory mediators in the brain, affecting the homeostasis of the nervous tissue and vice-versa. Based on the interrelation of microbiological, inflammatory, and immunological findings between PD and PI, it is possible to infer that immunoinflammatory changes observed in PD can imply systemic changes in PI. This, as discussed, could lead to the development or intensification of neuroinflammatory changes, contributing to neurodegenerative diseases.

Targeting a ceramide double bond improves insulin resistance and hepatic steatosis.

Ceramides contribute to the lipotoxicity that underlies diabetes, hepatic steatosis, and heart disease. By genetically engineering mice, we deleted the enzyme dihydroceramide desaturase 1 (DES1), which normally inserts a conserved double bond into the backbone of ceramides and other predominant sphingolipids. Ablation of DES1 from whole animals or tissue-specific deletion in the liver and/or adipose tissue resolved hepatic steatosis and insulin resistance in mice caused by leptin deficiency or obesogenic diets. Mechanistic studies revealed ceramide actions that promoted lipid uptake and storage and impaired glucose utilization, none of which could be recapitulated by (dihydro)ceramides that lacked the critical double bond. These studies suggest that inhibition of DES1 may provide a means of treating hepatic steatosis and metabolic disorders.

Effect of maternal periodontitis on GLUT4 and inflammatory pathway in adult offspring.

BACKGROUND: Maternal periodontal disease leads to low birth weight (LBW), insulin resistance (IR), increased TNF-α levels, and alterations in insulin signaling in adult offspring. TNF-α has been associated with the stimulation of IKKß/NF-κB, resulting in the decreased expression of GLUT4. Another mechanism that may be involved in decreasing GLUT4 expression is DNA methylation. This study aimed to evaluate in the adult offspring of rats with periodontal disease: IR, inflammatory pathways, DNA methylation, and expression of GLUT4. METHODS: Female Wistar rats were distributed into control and experimental periodontal disease groups. Seven days after induction of periodontal disease, both groups were mated with healthy male rats. After weaning, male offspring were distributed into control offspring (CN-o) and periodontal disease offspring (PED-o) groups. Body weights were measured from 0-75 days of age. At day 75, the following were measured in the offspring: IR (HOMA-IR index); TNF-α and NF-κBp65 content in the gastrocnemius muscle (GM) by western blotting; IKKα/ß, JNK, ERK 1/2, NF-κBp65, and NF-κBp50 phosphorylation status in the GM by western blotting; DNA methylation by restriction digest and real-time PCR(qAMP); and expression of GLUT4 mRNA in the GM by real-time PCR. RESULTS: LBW, IR, increases in TNF-α, IKKα/ß, ERK 1/2, NF-κBp65, and NF-κBp50 decreased expression of GLUT4 mRNA were observed in the PED-o rats. No differences were identified in JNK phosphorylation status and DNA methylation in the evaluated regions of the GLUT4-encoding gene Slc2a4. CONCLUSION: Maternal periodontal disease causes LBW, IR, activation of inflammatory pathways, and decreased GLUT4 expression in the GM of adult offspring.

Melatonin promotes reduction in TNF levels and improves the lipid profile and insulin sensitivity in pinealectomized rats with periodontal disease.

AIM: This study aimed to investigate the effects of melatonin (ME) on insulin resistance (IR) and signaling (IS), proinflammatory cytokine levels, and lipid profiles in pinealectomyzed (PNX) rats with periodontal disease (PD). MAIN METHODS: One hundred and forty-four rats (age = 40 days) were distributed into 8 groups: 1) control (CN); 2) PD only; 3) PNX only; 4) PNX and PD (PNXPD); 5) CN treated with ME (CNM); 6) PD treated with ME (PDM); 7) PNX treated with ME(PNXM); 8) PNX and PD treated with ME(PNXPDM). The PNX groups were subjected to pinealectomy at 40 and at 60 days of age. The animals were then subjected to PD induction in the mandibular first molars. After PD induction, the ME replacement therapy (MERT-5 mg/kg body weight) was performed using water for 28 days. After this period, the plasma concentration of glucose, insulin, TNF, IL-6, triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, and VLDL-cholesterol and the HOMA-IR index were determined. Akt serine phosphorylation status in the white adipose tissue, gastrocnemius muscle, and rat liver were also evaluated. KEY FINDINGS: PD, PNX, and PNXPD groups showed an increase in IR with elevated plasma levels of insulin and TNF compared to CN group. PNX and PNXPD groups presented alteration in lipid profile compared to CN group. MERT improved all of the analyzed parameters. No difference was observed in the IS among different groups. SIGNIFICANCE: The results suggest that MERT efficiently prevents IR, improves lipid profile, and increases plasma levels of insulin and TNF in PD and PNX rats.

Estudo dos mecanismos envolvidos no desenvolvimento de resistência à insulina em ratos com lesão periapical / Study of the mechanisms involved in the development of insulin resistance in rats with periapical lesion

Nos últimos anos, a relação entre infecções orais e desordens sistêmicas tem se consolidado como área de grande interesse na comunidade cientifica médica e odontológica. A lesão periapical (LP) é caracterizada como uma inflamação oral e está associada ao aumento da quantidade de citocinas pró-inflamatórias que possivelmente induzem resistência insulínica (RI). A RI é definida como a incapacidade dos tecidos periféricos em responder adequadamente às concentrações fisiológicas deste hormônio, no entanto, os mecanismos que causam RI não são totalmente compreendidos. Estudos anteriores do nosso laboratório observaram que a LP promove aumento das concentrações plasmáticas de TNF-α, prejuízos na transdução do sinal insulínico e redução do conteúdo de GLUT4 na membrana plasmática em tecido muscular esquelético, indicando uma relação entre LP e RI. Tais achados evidenciam a necessidade de realizar mais estudos para verificar os mecanismos envolvidos nestas alterações. O presente estudo, conduzido em ratos com LP, teve como objetivos: 1) calcular o índice HOMA-IR a partir dos concentrações plasmáticas de glicose e insulina 2) avaliar conteúdo total das proteínas inflamatórias (JNK, IKKα/ e TNF-) no músculo gastrocnêmio (MG) e o grau de fosforilação de JNK e IKKα/ no mesmo tecido; 3) verificar a presença de macrófagos infiltrados por meio da detecção da proteína F4/80 em MG; 4) quantificar a expressão de fatores de transcrição envolvidos com a diferenciação de linfócitos no baço (T-bet, GATA3 e FOXP3); 5) analisar as concentrações plasmáticas de LPS, HSP70, INF, IL-4, TGF- . Para tanto, foram utilizados 45 ratos Wistar (2 meses de idade) distribuídos em três grupos: a) ratos do grupo controle, sem a LP (CN); b) ratos com LP induzida em primeiro molar superior direito (apenas uma lesão) (1LP); c) ratos com LP induzida em primeiros e segundos molares superiores e inferiores do lado direito (total de quatro lesões) (4LP). A LP foi induzida empregando-se broca em aço carbono dotada de esfera na extremidade com 0,1 mm. A análise estatística foi realizada por análise de variância (ANOVA), seguida pelo teste de Tukey. O nível de significância adotado foi de 5% (alfa=5%). Os resultados demonstraram uma redução na sensibilidade à insulina e um aumento do conteúdo de macrófagos ao redor das fibras musculares nos grupos LP. O grau de fosforilação de JNK e IKKα/ no MG também foi maior nos grupos LP em relação ao grupo CN. Não foi observada diferença entre os grupos no conteúdo de TNF- no MG. A expressão gênica de T-bet foi elevada nos grupos LP enquanto que a expressão de FOXP3 monstrou-se reduzida. A expressão de GATA3 foi reduzida no grupo 1LP e elevada no grupo 4LP. Em relação às alterações sistêmicas, foi observado um aumento de LPS, HSP70 e INF-γ nos grupos LP e redução de IL-4 nos mesmos grupos quando comparados ao CN. Nenhuma diferença foi observada entre os grupos em relação ao TGF-ß. Baseados nos resultados do presente estudo, podemos inferir que tanto a imunidade inata como a imunidade adaptativa podem contribuir para a RI observada em ratos com LP. Dentre os possíveis mecanismos responsáveis por essas alterações destaca-se o recrutamento de macrófagos, ativação de vias inflamatórias no tecido muscular e uma modulação da expressão gênica de linfócitos no baço(AU)

In the last few years, the relationship between oral infections and systemic disorders has been consolidated as an issue of great interest in the medical and dental scientific community. The periapical lesion (PL) is characterized as an oral inflammation and is associated with an increase in the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines that possibly induce insulin resistance (IR). IR is defined as the inability of peripheral tissues to respond adequately to the physiological concentrations of this hormone, however, mechanisms that cause IR are not fully understood. Previous studies performed by our laboratory have found that PL promotes an increase in plasma TNF-α concentrations, impairment of insulin signal transduction, and reduction of plasma membrane GLUT4 content in skeletal muscle tissue, indicating a relationship between PL and IR. These findings highlight the need for further studies to verify the mechanisms involved in these changes. The present study was conducted in rats with PL and aimed: 1) to calculate the HOMA-IR index from the plasma glucose and insulin levels 2) to evaluate the total content of the inflammatory proteins (JNK, IKKα/ß and TNF-α) in the gastrocnemius muscle (GM) and the JNK and IKKα/ß phosphorylation status in the same tissue; 3) to verify the presence of infiltrated macrophages by F4/80 protein detection of in GM; 4) to quantify the expression of transcription factors involved in the lymphocytes differentiation into spleen (T-bet, GATA3 and FOXP3); 5) to analyze the plasma concentrations of LPS, HSP70, INF-γ, IL-4, TGF-ß. For this purpose, 45 Wistar rats (2 months of age) were distributed in three groups: a) control rats without PL (CN); b) rats with PL induced in the upper right first molar (only one lesion) (1PL); c) rats with PL induced in the first and second upper and lower right molars (total of four lesions) (4PL). PL was induced using a surgical round bur 0.1 mm diameter. Statistical analysis was performed by analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by the Tukey test. The adopted level of significance was 5% (alpha = 5%). The results demonstrated a reduction in insulin sensitivity and an increase in the macrophages content around the muscle fibers in the PL groups. The JNK and IKKα/ß phosphorylation status in GM was also higher in the PL groups than in the CN group. No difference was observed among groups in TNF-α content in GM. The T-bet gene expression was elevated in the PL groups while the FOXP3 expression was reduced. GATA3 expression was reduced in the 1PL group and elevated in the 4PL group. In relation to the systemic alterations, an increase of LPS, HSP70 and INF-γ and a reduction of IL-4 were observed in the PL groups compared to the CN group. No difference was observed among groups in TGFß concentrations. Based on the results of the present study, we can suggest that both innate and adaptive immunity may contribute to the IR observed in rats with PL. Among the possible mechanisms responsible for these changes are the macrophages recruitment, inflammatory pathways activation in muscle tissue and a modulation of the gene expression of lymphocytes in the spleen(AU)

Periapical Lesions Increase Macrophage Infiltration and Inflammatory Signaling in Muscle Tissue of Rats.

INTRODUCTION: Our previous studies have shown that periapical lesions (PLs) in rats cause systemic disorders such as increased tumor necrosis factor-α plasma levels, insulin resistance, and impairment in insulin signal transduction in muscle tissue. However, the mechanisms involved in these alterations are not fully understood. Under chronic inflammatory conditions such as obesity, it has been shown that the skeletal muscle is affected by inflammation, and the number of resident macrophages that are associated with impairments of insulin action and sensitivity is increased. This study aimed to investigate the presence of macrophages, activation of inflammatory pathways in muscle tissue, glycemia, and insulinemia of rats with PLs. METHODS: Sixty Wistar rats were distributed into a control group; a group with 1 PL (1PL), which was induced in the right maxillary first molar; and a group with 4 PLs (4PL), which were induced in the right upper and lower first and second molars. We quantified macrophage content by immunohistochemistry for the F4/80 protein. We evaluated Jun N-terminal kinase and IKKα/ß phosphorylation status in the muscle tissue by Western blotting. Serum levels of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and HSP70 and plasma levels of glucose and insulin were assessed by using commercial kits. RESULTS: The 1PL and 4PL groups showed increase in macrophage content, IKKα/ß, and Jun N-terminal kinase phosphorylation status, serum LPS and HSP70 levels, and insulin resistance and no changes in glycemia and insulinemia compared with the control group. There was no difference in these parameters between the 1PL and 4PL groups. CONCLUSIONS: PLs promoted an increase in macrophage infiltration, activation of inflammatory pathways in muscle tissue, and serum concentrations of HSP70 and LPS in rats. The present study improves the knowledge on the impact of oral inflammations on the development of systemic alteration, which can induce insulin resistance.

Effects of fluoride on insulin signaling and bone metabolism in ovariectomized rats.

Fluoride is an essential trace element for the maintenance of bone health owing to its capacity to stimulate proliferation and osteoblastic activity that can lead to increased bone formation. However, excessive sodium fluoride (NaF) intake can impair carbohydrate metabolism thereby promoting hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, and changes in insulin signaling. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the effect of chronic treatment with NaF in bone metabolism, insulin signaling, and plasma concentrations of glucose, insulin, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), osteocalcin (OCN), and fluoride in ovariectomized rats. Thirty-two ovariectomized Wistar rats were randomly distributed into two groups: Control (OVX-C) and those undergoing treatment with NaF (50mg F/L) in drinking water for 42days (OVX-F). Glucose and insulin levels were assessed, followed by homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR). Akt serine phosphorylation was evaluated by western blotting. Plasma concentrations of TNF-α and OCN were evaluated by ELISA. The left and right tibia was collected for immunohistochemical and histomorphometric analysis, respectively. Chronic treatment with NaF promoted insulin resistance, decreased insulin signal, increased plasma concentration of insulin, fluoride, OCN and TNF-α, decreased trabecular bone area of the tibia, and caused changes in bone metabolism markers in ovariectomized rats. These results suggest the need for caution in the use of NaF for the treatment of osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal woman.

Relationship among Periodontal Disease, Insulin Resistance, Salivary Cortisol, and Stress Levels during Pregnancy.

Pregnancy is a period involving important metabolic changes that enable the maintenance of the mother's health and development of the fetus. This study aimed to assess the relationship among periodontal disease, insulin resistance, salivary cortisol concentration and level of perceived stress in pregnant women. This was a cross-sectional study. The sample comprised 96 pregnant women between the fifth and seventh month of pregnancy registered at the Basic Health Units of the Unified Health System (SUS). The periodontal condition was assessed after obtainment free and informed consent from the participants. Participants were divided into three groups: control subjects with a healthy periodontal condition (CN; n=46), patients with gingivitis (GI; n=26), and patients with periodontitis (PI; n=24). Saliva and blood samples were collected for evaluation of salivary cortisol concentration, glycemia, insulinemia and Homeostasis Model Assessment-Insulin Resistance index. A validated survey for the assessment of perceived stress levels was also performed. PI group showed significantly higher (p<0.05) blood glucose levels (CN: 4.43±0.05; GI: 4.46±0.04; PI: 4.68±0.08), insulinemia (CN: 6.93±0.45; GI: 8.87±0.79; PI: 12.77±1.30), insulin resistance (CN: 1.40±0.10; GI: 1.81±0.18; PI: 2.66±0.29) compared with the CN and GI groups. The levels of perceived stress were higher (p<0.05) in PI and GI groups when compared to CN group (CN: 20.5±1.26; GI: 25.8±1.95; PI: 26.6±1.36). There was no significant difference in the concentration of salivary cortisol between the groups (CN: 11.13±0.58; GI: 11.96±0.74; PI: 11.47±0.74). It was concluded that there is a relationship between higher levels of perceived stress, insulin resistance and the occurrence of periodontal disease during pregnancy. This study emphasizes the importance of preventing periodontitis in order to avoid insulin resistance and stress during pregnancy since these can cause systemic complications for the mother and the fetus.

Relationship among Periodontal Disease, Insulin Resistance, Salivary Cortisol, and Stress Levels during Pregnancy

Abstract Pregnancy is a period involving important metabolic changes that enable the maintenance of the mother's health and development of the fetus. This study aimed to assess the relationship among periodontal disease, insulin resistance, salivary cortisol concentration and level of perceived stress in pregnant women. This was a cross-sectional study. The sample comprised 96 pregnant women between the fifth and seventh month of pregnancy registered at the Basic Health Units of the Unified Health System (SUS). The periodontal condition was assessed after obtainment free and informed consent from the participants. Participants were divided into three groups: control subjects with a healthy periodontal condition (CN; n=46), patients with gingivitis (GI; n=26), and patients with periodontitis (PI; n=24). Saliva and blood samples were collected for evaluation of salivary cortisol concentration, glycemia, insulinemia and Homeostasis Model Assessment-Insulin Resistance index. A validated survey for the assessment of perceived stress levels was also performed. PI group showed significantly higher (p<0.05) blood glucose levels (CN: 4.43±0.05; GI: 4.46±0.04; PI: 4.68±0.08), insulinemy (CN: 6.93±0.45; GI: 8.87±0.79; PI: 12.77±1.30), insulin resistance (CN: 1.40±0.10; GI: 1.81±0.18; PI: 2.66±0.29) compared with the CN and GI groups. The levels of perceived stress were higher (p<0.05) in PI and GI groups when compared to CN group (CN: 20.5±1.26; GI: 25.8±1.95; PI: 26.6±1.36). There was no significant difference in the concentration of salivary cortisol between the groups (CN: 11.13±0.58; GI: 11.96±0.74; PI: 11.47±0.74). It was concluded that there is a relationship between higher levels of perceived stress, insulin resistance and the occurrence of periodontal disease during pregnancy. This study emphasizes the importance of preventing periodontitis in order to avoid insulin resistance and stress during pregnancy since these can cause systemic complications for the mother and the fetus.

Resumo A gravidez é um período que envolve alterações metabólicas importantes que permitem a manutenção da saúde e desenvolvimento fetal e materno. Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar a relação entre doença periodontal, resistência à insulina, concentração de cortisol salivar e nível de estresse percebido em gestantes. Trata-se de um estudo transversal. A amostra foi composta por 96 gestantes entre o quinto e sétimo mês, registradas em Unidades Básicas de Saúde do Sistema Único de Saúde. A condição periodontal foi avaliada após a obtenção do consentimento livre e esclarecido das participantes. As participantes foram divididas em três grupos: pacientes controle com condição periodontal saudável (CN; n=46), com gengivite (GI; n=26) e com periodontite (PI; n=24). As amostras salivares e sanguíneas foram coletadas para avaliação da concentração salivar de cortisol, glicemia, insulinemia e índice HOMA-IR. Foi aplicado um questionário validado para verificação dos níveis de estresse percebido. Grupo PI apresentou níveis significativamente mais elevados (p<0,05) de glicose no sangue (CN: 4,43±0,05; GI: 4,46±0,04; PI: 4,68±0,08), insulinemia (CN: 6,93±0,45; GI: 8,87±0,79; PI: 12,77±1,30), resistência à insulina (CN: 1,40±0,10; GI: 1,81±0,18; PI: 2,66±0,29) em comparação com os grupos CN e GI. Os níveis de estresse percebido foram maiores (p<0,05) nos grupos PI e GI quando comparados ao grupo CN (CN: 20,5±1,26; GI: 25,8±1,95; PI: 26,6±1,36). Não houve diferença significativa na concentração de cortisol salivar entre os grupos (CN: 11,13±0,58; GI: 11,96±0,74; PI: 11,47±0,74). Concluiu-se que há uma relação entre os níveis mais elevados de estresse percebido, resistência à insulina e ocorrência da doença periodontal durante a gravidez. Este estudo enfatiza a importância de prevenir a periodontite, a fim de evitar a resistência à insulina e estresse durante a gravidez, uma vez que estes podem causar complicações sistêmicas para a mãe e para o feto.

Maternal periodontitis decreases plasma membrane GLUT4 content in skeletal muscle of adult offspring.

AIMS: The fetal programming hypothesis suggests that intrauterine stimuli can induce metabolic changes in offspring, increasing the disease risk in adulthood. Periodontal disease may enhance serum cytokine levels. Cytokines such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) have been associated with reduced glucose transporter type 4 (GLUT4) expression, decreased protein kinase B (Akt) phosphorylation, and insulin resistance. This study aimed to evaluate GLUT4 content, and Akt serine phosphorylation status in the gastrocnemius skeletal muscle (GSM), glycemia, insulinemia and change in body weight in offspring of rats with periodontal disease. MAIN METHODS: Female Wistar rats were distributed into a control group (CN) and an experimental periodontal disease group (PD), in which a ligature was placed around the mandibular first molars. Seven days after ligature placement, both groups were mated with normal male rats. The ligatures remained throughout pregnancy until weaning, after which the male offspring were distributed into groups: CN-o, control rat offspring; and PD-o, periodontal disease rat offspring. The body weight from 0 to 75days of age was measured. At 75days, the glycemia, insulinemia, TNF-α levels, Akt serine phosphorylation, and GLUT4 content in the GSM were measured in the offspring. KEY FINDINGS: The PD-o group showed a low birth weight (LBW), unchanged glycemia, increased insulinemia, insulin resistance, increased TNF-α levels, decreased Akt serine phosphorylation status, and reduced GLUT4 content in the plasma membrane and translocation index after insulin stimulation. SIGNIFICANCE: Maternal periodontal disease causes LBW, insulin resistance, and alterations in the final stage of insulin signaling in the GSM of adult offspring.

Effect of Sodium Fluoride on Bone Biomechanical and Histomorphometric Parameters and on Insulin Signaling and Insulin Sensitivity in Ovariectomized Rats.

Osteoporosis is a systemic disease characterized by bone degradation and decreased bone mass that promotes increased bone fragility and eventual fracture risk. Studies have investigated the use of sodium fluoride (NaF) for the treatment of osteoporosis. However, fluoride can alter glucose homeostasis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of NaF intake (50 mg/L) from water on the following parameters of ovariectomized (OVX) rats: (1) tyrosine phosphorylation status of insulin receptor substrate (pp185 (IRS-1/IRS-2)) in white adipose tissue; (2) insulin sensitivity; (3) plasma concentrations of glucose, insulin, total cholesterol, triglyceride, TNF-α, IL-6, osteocalcin, calcium, and fluoride; (4) bone density and biomechanical properties in the tibia; and (5) tibia histomorphometric analysis. Fifty-two Wistar rats (2 months old) were ovariectomized and distributed into two groups: control group (OVX-C) and NaF group (OVX-F), which was subjected to treatment with NaF (50 mg/L) administered in drinking water for 42 days. The chronic treatment with NaF promoted (1) a decrease in pp185 (IRS-1/IRS-2) tyrosine phosphorylation status after insulin infusion in white adipose tissue and in insulin sensitivity; (2) an increase in the plasma concentration of insulin, fluoride, osteocalcin, calcium, triglyceride, VLDL-cholesterol, TNF-α, and IL-6; (3) a reduction in the trabecular width, bone area, stiffness, maximum strength, and tenacity; (4) no changes in body weight, food and water intake, plasma glucose, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, bone mineral content, and bone mineral density. It was concluded that chronic treatment with NaF (50 mg/L) in OVX rats causes a decrease in insulin sensitivity, insulin signaling transduction, and biochemical, biomechanical, and histomorphometric bone parameters.

Periapical lesions decrease Akt serine phosphorylation and plasma membrane GLUT4 content in rat skeletal muscle.

OBJECTIVES: Periapical lesion (PL) promotes insulin resistance; however, the mechanisms underlying this alteration are not fully understood. Therefore, in this study, we aimed to evaluate the Akt serine phosphorylation status and GLUT4 expression levels in the gastrocnemius muscle (GM) of rats with PL. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Male Wistar rats (n = 42) were distributed equally into control (CN) and PL groups. The pulpal tissue of the PL group rats was exposed to the oral environment for 30 days. Thereafter, glucose and insulin levels were assessed, followed by homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR). The Akt serine phosphorylation and GLUT4 levels of microsomal (M) and plasma membrane (PM) fractions were evaluated by western blotting and analyzed statistically. RESULTS: Compared to CN group rats, PL group rats had lower insulin sensitivity (as observed by HOMA-IR), lower Akt serine phosphorylation status after insulin stimulus, and lower GLUT4 levels in the PM fraction. However, the M fraction in the PL group did not differ significantly from that of the CN group. CONCLUSIONS: PL decreases insulin sensitivity, Akt phosphorylation, and PM GLUT4 content. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The present study indicates that preventing endodontic disease can thwart insulin resistance.

Avaliação da fosforilação da Akt e do conteúdo da proteína transportadora de glicose GLUT4 em músculo esquelético de ratos adultos com lesão periapical / Evaluation of phosphorylation of akt and content of glucose transporter protein glut4 in skeletal muscle of rats with periapical lesion

Atualmente, há certo consenso dentro da área odontológica relacionado ao fato de que inflamações crônicas nos dentes, podem eventualmente ocasionar desordens sistêmicas. A Lesão Periapical (LP) é caracterizada como uma inflamação oral e está associada ao aumento da quantidade de citocinas pró-inflamatórias, tais como, IL-6 e TNF-α, que possivelmente induzem resistência insulínica. A resistência à insulina pode ser definida como o estado no qual existe uma menor captação tecidual de glicose em resposta ao estímulo insulínico; no entanto, os mecanismos que causam resistência à insulina não são totalmente compreendidos. Estudos anteriores do nosso laboratório demonstraram que ratos adultos com LP apresentam alterações na etapa inicial da via do sinal insulínico e menor sensibilidade à insulina. Baseado nisto, mais estudos são necessários para verificar se estas alterações também estão presentes na continuidade da cascata insulínica e na expressão da proteína transportadora de glicose 4 (GLUT4). Os objetivos do presente estudo foram avaliar em ratos com LP: 1) glicemia e insulinemia (n=10); 2) sensibilidade à insulina por meio do índice de HOMA-IR (n=10); 3) grau de fosforilação em serina/treonina da Akt em tecido muscular esquelético gastrocnêmio (GM) (n=6); 4) conteúdo de GLUT4 e seu índice de translocação para membrana plasmática em GM (n=5). Para tanto, foram utilizados 32 ratos Wistar (2 meses de idade) distribuídos em dois grupos: a) ratos do grupo controle, sem a LP; b) ratos com LP induzida em molares superiores direito empregando-se broca em aço carbono dotada de esfera na extremidade com 0,1 mm. A partir dos resultados pôde-se observar que os ratos com LP apresentaram: 1) nenhuma diferença na glicemia e insulinemia; 2) redução na sensibilidade à insulina, avaliado pelo índice de HOMA-IR; 3) diminuição no grau de fosforilação em serina da Akt após estímulo insulínico em GM, mas nenhuma diferença no grau de fosforilação da Akt em treonina; 4) redução do...

Currently, there is some consensus in the dental area related to the fact that chronic inflammation in teeth may eventually lead to systemic disorders. Periapical lesion (PL) is characterized as an oral inflammation and it is associated to the increase of proinflammatory citokines, such as IL-6 and TNF-alpha, that can possibly induce insulin resistance. Insulin resistance can be defined as the state in which there is a glucose uptake decrease by tissue in response to insulin stimulation, however, the mechanisms that cause insulin resistance are not totally understood. Former studies from our laboratory demonstrated that adult rats with periapical lesion showed changes in the initial stage of insulin signaling and lower insulin sensitivity. Based on that, more studies are needed in order to verify whether these changes are also present in the continuity of the insulin signaling cascade and glucose transporter protein 4 (GLUT4) expression. The aims of this study were to evaluate in rats with PL: 1) plasma glucose and insulin levels (n=10); 2) insulin sensitivity by the HOMA-IR index (n=10); 3) serine/ threonine phosphorylation status of Akt in skeletal muscle gastrocnemius (GM) (n=6); 4) content of GLUT4 protein and its translocation index for plasma membrane in GM (n=5). Therefore, 32 Wistar rats (2 months old) were used and divided into two groups: a) control rats without PL b) rats with PL induced in right upper molars by using a carbon steel drill fitted with ball 0.1 mm. From the results it was observed that rats with PL showed: 1) no difference in blood glucose and insulin; 2) decrease in insulin sensitivity assessed by HOMA-IR index; 3) decrease in the serine phosphorylation status of Akt in GM after insulin stimulation, but no difference in the phosphorylation status of Akt in threonine; 4) decrease in the GLUT4 content in the plasma membrane, but no change in the microsome. From these results we conclude that the PL promoted insulin resistance...

Avaliação da fosforilação da Akt e do conteúdo da proteína transportadora de glicose GLUT4 em músculo esquelético de ratos adultos com lesão periapical / Evaluation of phosphorylation of akt and content of glucose transporter protein glut4 in skeletal muscle of rats with periapical lesion

Atualmente, há certo consenso dentro da área odontológica relacionado ao fato de que inflamações crônicas nos dentes, podem eventualmente ocasionar desordens sistêmicas. A Lesão Periapical (LP) é caracterizada como uma inflamação oral e está associada ao aumento da quantidade de citocinas pró-inflamatórias, tais como, IL-6 e TNF-α, que possivelmente induzem resistência insulínica. A resistência à insulina pode ser definida como o estado no qual existe uma menor captação tecidual de glicose em resposta ao estímulo insulínico; no entanto, os mecanismos que causam resistência à insulina não são totalmente compreendidos. Estudos anteriores do nosso laboratório demonstraram que ratos adultos com LP apresentam alterações na etapa inicial da via do sinal insulínico e menor sensibilidade à insulina. Baseado nisto, mais estudos são necessários para verificar se estas alterações também estão presentes na continuidade da cascata insulínica e na expressão da proteína transportadora de glicose 4 (GLUT4). Os objetivos do presente estudo foram avaliar em ratos com LP: 1) glicemia e insulinemia (n=10); 2) sensibilidade à insulina por meio do índice de HOMA-IR (n=10); 3) grau de fosforilação em serina/treonina da Akt em tecido muscular esquelético gastrocnêmio (GM) (n=6); 4) conteúdo de GLUT4 e seu índice de translocação para membrana plasmática em GM (n=5). Para tanto, foram utilizados 32 ratos Wistar (2 meses de idade) distribuídos em dois grupos: a) ratos do grupo controle, sem a LP; b) ratos com LP induzida em molares superiores direito empregando-se broca em aço carbono dotada de esfera na extremidade com 0,1 mm. A partir dos resultados pôde-se observar que os ratos com LP apresentaram: 1) nenhuma diferença na glicemia e insulinemia; 2) redução na sensibilidade à insulina, avaliado pelo índice de HOMA-IR; 3) diminuição no grau de fosforilação em serina da Akt após estímulo insulínico em GM, mas nenhuma diferença no grau de fosforilação da Akt em treonina; 4) redução do...

Currently, there is some consensus in the dental area related to the fact that chronic inflammation in teeth may eventually lead to systemic disorders. Periapical lesion (PL) is characterized as an oral inflammation and it is associated to the increase of proinflammatory citokines, such as IL-6 and TNF-alpha, that can possibly induce insulin resistance. Insulin resistance can be defined as the state in which there is a glucose uptake decrease by tissue in response to insulin stimulation, however, the mechanisms that cause insulin resistance are not totally understood. Former studies from our laboratory demonstrated that adult rats with periapical lesion showed changes in the initial stage of insulin signaling and lower insulin sensitivity. Based on that, more studies are needed in order to verify whether these changes are also present in the continuity of the insulin signaling cascade and glucose transporter protein 4 (GLUT4) expression. The aims of this study were to evaluate in rats with PL: 1) plasma glucose and insulin levels (n=10); 2) insulin sensitivity by the HOMA-IR index (n=10); 3) serine/ threonine phosphorylation status of Akt in skeletal muscle gastrocnemius (GM) (n=6); 4) content of GLUT4 protein and its translocation index for plasma membrane in GM (n=5). Therefore, 32 Wistar rats (2 months old) were used and divided into two groups: a) control rats without PL b) rats with PL induced in right upper molars by using a carbon steel drill fitted with ball 0.1 mm. From the results it was observed that rats with PL showed: 1) no difference in blood glucose and insulin; 2) decrease in insulin sensitivity assessed by HOMA-IR index; 3) decrease in the serine phosphorylation status of Akt in GM after insulin stimulation, but no difference in the phosphorylation status of Akt in threonine; 4) decrease in the GLUT4 content in the plasma membrane, but no change in the microsome. From these results we conclude that the PL promoted insulin resistance...