Uma análise sobre o preenchimento do prontuário odontológico em uma universidade brasileira / Dental record filling out analysis at a Brazilian University

Esse estudo tem como objetivo investigar a qualidade do preenchimento do prontuário odontológico na Clínica Escola da Faculdade de Odontologia da Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA) através da análise da percepção dos discentes sobre a temática e a avaliação de uma amostra de prontuários utilizados na instituição de ensino. Um estudo transversal foi conduzido com 67 discentes matriculados no Curso de Odontologia do quarto ao nono período do curso de graduação, representando 48,2% da população alvo. Além disso, foram analisados 73 prontuários preenchidos em atendimentos odontológicos nesta instituição do entre 2020 a 2022. Um questionário com questões abertas e fechadas foi respondido pelos participantes. As medidas de frequência absoluta e relativa foram utilizadas na análise descritiva dos dados. Observou-se que mais de 90% concordaram total ou parcialmente que preenchem corretamente os prontuários, entretanto, a análise dos prontuários revelou a ausência de itens obrigatórios A frequência do preenchimento dos itens obrigatórios está listada a seguir: identificação do paciente (80,8%), assinatura do docente (75,3%), termo de consentimento do paciente (74%), seção anamnese completa (69,9%), radiografias (64,4%), plano de tratamento (34,2%), questionário Covid (13,7%) e identificação dos discentes (60,3%). Os achados deste estudo indicam que é necessário o aperfeiçoamento das orientações pedagógicas sobre preenchimento do prontuário odontológico no intuito de reduzir possíveis inadequações no uso deste documento legal

This study aims to investigate the quality of dental record at the Dental School Clinic of Maranhao Federal University (UFMA) through analyzing the students' perception of the topic and evaluating a sample of records used at the educational institution. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 67 undergraduate dental students from second to fifth year, representing 48.2% of the target population. Additionally, 73 records that were filled out during dental appointments at this institution from 2020 to 2022 were analyzed. Participants responded a questionnaire containing both open-ended and closed-ended questions. Absolute and relative frequency measures were used in the descriptive data analysis. It was observed that over 90% partially or fully agreed that they correctly fill out the records, but the analysis of the records revealed the absence of mandatory items. The frequency of completion for the mandatory items is listed as follows: patient identification (80.8%), faculty signature (75.3%), patient consent form (74%), complete medical history section (69.9%), radiographs (64.4%), treatment plan (34.2%), Covid questionnaire (13.7%), and student identification (60.3%). The findings of this study indicate the need for improvement in pedagogical guidance on dental record completion in order to reduce possible inadequacies in the use of this legal document

Fusobacterium nucleatum and Prevotella in women with periodontitis and preterm birth

Background: Studies try to explain the hypothesis that maternal periodontitis may be associated with preterm birth. Material and methods: This is a case-control study with 120, 40 cases (gestational age <37 weeks) and 80 controls (gestational age ≥37 weeks), that were submitted to the clinical periodontal examination and subgingival biofilm collection. Bacterial DNA of subgingival biofilm was performed and processed by qPCR. Results: Periodontitis was statistically significant in the Case group (35%) when compared to the Control group (11.2%) and Gingival Bleeding Index (GBI), sites with PS ≥ 4mm and sites with CAL ≥ 5mm were statistically higher in the Case group (p < 0.05). The proportions of Pi (p = 0.026) and Fn (p = 0.041) of subgingival biofilm were higher in the Case group. A greater number of sites with PS ≥ 4mm (r = -0.202; p = 0.026) and CAL ≥ 5mm (r = -0.322; p < 0.001) were correlated to lower gestational age. Conclusions: Periodontitis, preterm delivery, and/or low birth weight may have a possible relationship based on clinical parameters and the ratio of Pi and Fn at periodontal sites. (AU)

Compressive strength of premolars restored with ceramic crowns and supported with a glass fiber post using different luting agents.

Objective: The retention of glass fiber post (GFP) is considered a key factor for the long-term success of restorations of endodontically treated teeth. This study aimed to compare the compressive strength of a ceramic crown supported by a GFP using different luting agents. Methods: Forty single-rooted premolars were randomly divided into four groups (n = 10 each): control group (teeth without a GFP), Ketac Cem group (glass ionomer), RelyX ARC group (conventional dual-curing resin), and RelyX U200 group (self-adhesive dual-curing resin). After luting of the posts and placement of all-ceramic crowns made using feldspathic porcelain (Noritake EX-3), they were exposed to thermocycling for 1000 cycles and compressive strength tests. Statistical analysis included Kruskal-Wallis test with Dunn's multi-comparison test. Results: The Ketac Cem group and RelyX U200 group showed significantly greater fracture resistance to compressive loading than the control group. Conclusion: This study indicates a possible role of the luting agent used with the GFP in influencing the compressive strength of the restored teeth. In this study, the self-adhesive dual-curing resin and glass ionomer both offered resistance to fractures.

Identifying metabolic parameters related to severity and extent of periodontitis in down syndrome patients.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Systemic metabolic status and periodontitis can be related in patients with Down syndrome (DS). The objective of this study was to identify metabolic indicators (anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, and serum markers) related to severity and extent of periodontitis in DS patients. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 49 patients with DS. Periodontal evaluation included the periodontal probing depth (PPD), clinical attachment level (CAL), gingival bleeding index (GBI), and visible plaque index (VPI). Periodontitis severity was classified by the stages system. The extent of periodontitis was assessed as the percentage of sites with CAL ≥3 mm, CAL ≥4 mm, PPD ≥4 mm, and PPD ≥5 mm. The metabolic condition of the participants was determined by analyzing anthropometric parameters, blood pressure, and serum markers. Data were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney test, Spearman's correlation coefficient, and multivariate regression analysis. RESULTS: Periodontitis stage 3/4 was detected in 32.7% of patients, with high values of VPI (54.6 ± 35.8) and GBI (42.4 ± 33.3). The severity of periodontitis was related to higher mean corpuscular hemoglobin (ß = .291, p = .028) and mean corpuscular volume values (ß = .293, p = .046). Arm circumference measurements were inversely related to CAL ≥3 mm (ß = -.408, p = .023), PPD ≥4 mm (ß = -.475, p = .006), and PPD ≥5 mm (ß = -.443, p = .010). CONCLUSIONS: The findings suggest that the severity and extent of periodontitis may be related to some metabolic parameters in DS patients.

Violet led dental whitening: Effectiveness and biological safety: An in vitro study.

INTRODUCTION: The light-emitting diode (Led) in the violet spectrum associated or not with hydrogen peroxide (HP) has been suggested as a promising technique for dental bleaching. Violet led has a wavelength of 405-410 nm, which is very close to that of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and this has raised biological safety concerns. AIM: To investigate the effectiveness of the violet led dental bleaching technique by evaluating color parameters, enamel surface microhardness, and biological safety analysis. METHODS: One hundred bovine dental blocks were divided into groups according to the bleaching technique (G1 - only HP; G2 - HP associated with blue led; G3 - only blue led; G4 - HP associated with a violet led; and G5 - only violet led). The color analysis (ΔE, ΔL, and WID) and enamel surface microhardness were assessed before and after bleaching (immediately, 5, 14, and 30 days). The biological safety of the violet led irradiation was assessed by measuring the number of micronuclei formed in human cells in culture in response to irradiation. Data analysis included Kruskal-Wallis test, Friedman test, and Mann-Whitney test. RESULTS: In groups G4 and G5 there was the formation of precipitates on the enamel surface. At the time of 14 days, it was observed that the G2 group had lower values of microhardness than G5. ΔL and ΔE showed differences between groups in experimental times. Mean percentages of micronuclei occurrence were similar in the control group and the violet led group. CONCLUSION: The violet led irradiation can be applied for dental bleaching because this approach produces significant color changes preserving tooth enamel integrity and causes no genotoxic effects on vital cells.

Adverse pregnancy outcomes and occlusal traits in the primary dentition: A prospective cohort (BRISA).

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to analyse the relationship between adverse pregnancy outcomes (APO) and occlusal traits in the primary dentition, checking for different mediation paths. SETTING AND SAMPLE POPULATION: Children evaluated at birth (T1), between 12 and 24 months (T2), and between 24 and 36 months (T3) were included. Two hundred and seventeen children who participated in T1 and T2 were randomly selected to perform the occlusion examination. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This is a prospective cohort study (BRISA). The theoretical model was tested by structural equation modelling (SEM), estimating standardized coefficients (Coeff.) (α = 0.05). The primary exposure was APO-a latent variable manifested from three health problems at birth: low birthweight (LBW), pre-term birth (PTB) and intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), evaluated in T1. The outcomes were four different occlusal traits assessed in T3: overjet, anterior and posterior crossbite, and crowding. Each outcome's direct and indirect effects were tested, mediated by growth, breathing, breastfeeding, and pacifier use. RESULTS: There was no direct association between APO and any of the outcomes: overjet (Coeff. = -0.163, P = .241), anterior crossbite (Coeff. = -0.696, P = .065), posterior crossbite (Coeff. = -0.087, P = .589) and crowding (Coeff. = 0.400, P = .423). The indirect (total and specifics) effects tested also showed no association (P > .05). However, APO was associated with lower child growth in all models; breastfeeding was associated with higher child growth in all models, and pacifier use was associated with overjet (Coeff. = 0.184, P < .001) and posterior crossbite (Coeff. = 0.373, P = .011). CONCLUSION: APO was not a risk factor for overjet, crossbite and crowding in an early stage of the primary dentition by direct and indirect pathways. However, growth has been lower in children with APO and higher in children breastfed. Also, the harmful effects of using a pacifier in dental occlusion are highlighted.

Effect of the intra-alveolar administration of dexamethasone on swelling, trismus, and pain after impacted lower third molar extraction: a randomized, double-blind clinical trial

Background: To evaluate the efficacy of intra-alveolar administration of dexamethasone 4 mg in the control of edema, trismus, and pain resulting from the extraction of impacted lower third molars and the drug permeability through the oral mucosa by in silico prediction. Material and Methods: The randomized, double-blind, split-mouth clinical trial included patients who had both impacted lower third molars in equivalent positions. Hemiarches were divided into control side when dexamethasone was administered orally and experimental side when dexamethasone was administered using the intra-alveolar route. Patients were evaluated considering edema, trismus, and pain. The permeability of dexamethasone through the oral mucosa was assessed by in silico prediction. Student’s t-test was selected for comparative analysis of edema and trismus, and the chi-square test analyzed the distribution of postoperative pain between the sides. Results: There were no significant differences between the routes of administration in measuring symptoms between the pre and postoperative times (p>0.05). In silico prediction suggested that dexamethasone molecular characteristics facilitate intra-alveolar administration. Conclusions: Intra-alveolar administration had similar efficacy to oral administration in controlling symptoms of post-surgical inflammation of impacted lower third molars.(AU)

A Cross-Sectional Study of the Association Between Chronic Oral Disease Burden and Serum Biomarkers in Kidney Transplant Recipients.

INTRODUCTION: Poor oral health can negatively affect general health and quality of life of kidney transplant recipients. The study aimed to investigate the association between chronic oral disease burden, serum biomarkers, and comorbidities in kidney transplant recipients. DESIGN: A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted with 44 patients after kidney transplant. The burden of chronic oral disease was composed of the following observable variables: moderate periodontitis and presence of dental caries. Serum biomarkers and comorbidities data were collected. The chi-square or Fisher's exact tests for categorical variables and Student's t-test or Mann-Whitney test for continuous variables were used. Robust Poisson regression was used to model the association. RESULTS: Higher levels of mean uric acid (P = .01) and creatinine (P = .03) were observed in the group of patients with oral disease burden, while the highest level of high-density lipoprotein was observed in the group without oral disease. Higher values of uric acid were associated with the occurrence of chronic oral disease burden (Adjusted PR = 1.24, 95% CI: 1.03-1.48, P = .019). There was no statistical difference between the groups with and without oral disease burden in comorbidities present. CONCLUSION: The findings suggest that chronic oral diseases burden can be associated with uric acid and creatinine levels in kidney transplant recipients.

Tratamento de má oclusão de classe III e mordida cruzada posterior bilateral através de camuflagem ortodôntica ­ relato de caso / Treatment of class III malocclusion and bilateral posterior crossbite through orthodontic camouflage ­ case report

Resumo A má oclusão de Classe III é caracterizada pela dimensão transversal insuficiente e as mordidas cruzadas são recorrentes nos pacientes com esse padrão esquelético. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar um caso clínico de tratamento Classe III e mordida cruzada posterior bilateral através de camuflagem ortodôntica. O paciente do sexo masculino, 18 anos e 7 meses, relatou como queixa principal a falta de oclusão entre os dentes superiores e inferiores. Apresentava má oclusão de Classe III, mordida cruzada posterior bilateral, desvio de linha média e assimetria facial. A correção da mordida cruzada foi realizada através da utilização de uma sequência de arcos ortodônticos superiores expandidos e arcos inferiores contraídos e a Classe III foi camuflada através da técnica Multiloop Edgewise Archwire (MEAW). Ao fim do tratamento, foi obtida a relação oclusal de Classe I entre os caninos, correção da mordida cruzada posterior bilateral e coincidência entre as linhas médias. A técnica MEAW mostrou eficácia na camuflagem da Classe III, assim como a sequência de arcos expandidos e contraídos na correção da mordida cruzada posterior bilateral. (AU)

Abstract Class III malocclusion is characterized by insufficient transverse size and crossbites are recurrent in patients with this skeletal pattern. The aim of this work is to present a clinical case treatment of Class III and bilateral posterior crossbite through orthodontic camouflage. Male patient, 18 years old and 7 months, reported as main complaint lack of occlusion between upper and lower teeth. He had Class III malocclusion, bilateral posterior crossbite, midline deviation, and facial asymmetry. Crossbite correction was performed using a sequence of expanded upper orthodontic arches and contracted lower arches and Class III camouflage by Multiloop Edgewise Archwire (MEAW) technique. At the end of treatment, it was obtained Class I occlusal relationship between canines, bilateral posterior crossbite correction and coincidence between the midlines. MEAW technique showed efficacy in Class III camouflage as well as the expanded and contracted arches sequence to correct bilateral posterior crossbite. (AU)

Perfil Demográfico e Clínico de Casos de Neoplasias Hematológicas em Crianças e Adolescentes / Demographic and Clinical Profile of Cases of Hematological Neoplasms in Children and Adolescents / Perfil Demográfico y Clínico de Casos de Neoplasias Hematológicas en Niños y Adolescentes

Introdução: As neoplasias hematológicas são importantes causas de morte na infância e adolescência. Objetivo: Caracterizar o perfil demográfico e clínico de casos notificados de neoplasias hematológicas em crianças e adolescentes em um hospital de referência do município de São Luís, Maranhão, Brasil. Método: Estudo observacional retrospectivo com dados coletados de prontuários médicos de casos de neoplasias hematológicas em pacientes com idade até 19 anos registrados em um hospital público de referência para tratamento oncológico, no período de 2005 a 2015. Foram coletados dados de caracterização geral dos pacientes e dados do seguimento do tratamento. Os testes qui-quadrado e exato de Fisher foram utilizados na análise estatística. O nível de significância adotado foi de 5% (p<0,05). Resultados: Os casos de óbito foram mais elevados nos pacientes diagnosticados com linfoma não Hodgkin. A maioria dos pacientes com leucemia linfoide era do sexo masculino com idade até 5 anos, e a frequência de óbito nos pacientes com leucemia linfoide foi mais baixa nos casos confirmados de leucemia linfoblástica de células precursoras tipo B em comparação a outras categorias. Conclusão: Os achados sugerem que a maioria dos pacientes com até 19 anos diagnosticados com leucemia linfoide era do sexo masculino e com idade até 5 anos

Introduction: Hematological cancersare important causes of death in childhood and adolescence. Objective: To design the demographic and clinical profile of cases of hematological cancer reported for children and adolescents in a referral hospital in the city of São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. Method: A retrospective observational study with secondary data collected from medical records of bone marrow tumor cases in patients aged up to 19 years registered in a public referral hospital for cancer treatment from 2005 to 2015. Patient's profile was collected in addition to follow-up data. The chi-square and Fisher's exact test were used in the statistical analysis. The significance level was 5% (p<0.05). Results: Cases of death were higher in patients diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Most patients with lymphoid leukemia were males aged up to 5 years, and the frequency of death in patients with lymphoid leukemia was lower in confirmed cases of type B lymphoblastic precursor cell leukemia when compared to the other categories. Conclusion: The findings suggest that most patients aged up to 19 years diagnosed with lymphoid leukemia were males and aged up to 5 years old

Introducción: Las neoplasias hematológicas son causas importantes de muerte en la niñez y la adolescencia. Objetivo: Caracterizar el perfil demográfico y clínico de los casos notificados de neoplasias hematológicas en niños y adolescentes en un hospital de referencia de la ciudad de São Luís, Maranhão, Brasil. Método: estudio observacional retrospectivo con datos secundarios recolectados de registros médicos de casos de tumores de médula ósea en pacientes de hasta 19 años registrados en un hospital público de referencia para tratamiento de cáncer de 2005 a 2015. Se recolectaron datos de caracterización. Datos generales de pacientes y seguimiento -up datos. En el análisis estadístico se utilizaron las pruebas de chi-cuadrado y exacta de Fisher. El nivel de significancia adoptado fue del 5% (p<0,05). Resultados:Los casos de muerte fueron mayores en pacientes con diagnóstico de linfoma no Hodgkin. La mayoría de los pacientes con leucemia linfoide eran varones de hasta 5 años, y la frecuencia de muerte en pacientes con leucemia linfoide fue menor en los casos confirmados de leucemia de células precursoras linfoblásticas tipo B en comparación con las otras categorías. Conclusión:Los hallazgos sugieren que la mayoría de los pacientes de hasta 19 años diagnosticados con leucemia linfoide eran hombres y tenían hasta 5 años

Temporal trends in tetanus incidence and lethality in Brazil: analysis of the national database from 2009 to 2018.

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to analyze the epidemiological and hospital characteristics of cases and deaths due to accidental tetanus in Brazil. METHODS: A time-series study with secondary data extracted from the Department of Informatics of the Brazilian Unified Health System. The time series were evaluated by linear regression parameters, considering a significance level of 1%. RESULTS: A total of 2,772 cases were reported between 2009-2018. Predominant cases were men and aged between 40-59 years old, with incomplete 1st-4th grade. The lethality rate was found to be predominant in women, whites, illiterates, and those who aged above 80 years. The overall lethality was 32.5%. The incidence rate reduced from 1.6 in 2009 to 0.95 per million inhabitants in 2018, but lethality increased from 30.77-40.70%. The highest rate of incidence and lethality occurred in the elderly people and in the northern region. CONCLUSION: The high cost and lethality of tetanus configure it as a public health problem. The demonstration of the epidemiology of patients who most evolve to death can help to contribute to a reduction in lethality, which shows an increase in the analysis period. Finally, special attention should be given to the elderly people and those living in the northern region.

Effect of Glass Fiber Post Surface Treatment on Bond Strength of a Self-Adhesive Resin Cement: An "In Vitro" Study.

OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the influence of different mechanical and chemical surface treatments alone and combined with silane on the bond strength (BS) of glass fiber posts (GFPs) using self-adhesive resin cement. METHODS: Eighty-four single-rooted bovine teeth (six groups, n = 14) were submitted to BS analysis after GFP cementation. The treatments applied in the studied groups were no surface treatment (control), silane (S), 24% hydrogen peroxide (PER), 24% hydrogen peroxide and silane (PER + SIL), blasting with 50 µm aluminum oxide particles (BLAST), and blasting with 50 µm aluminum oxide particles and silane (BLAST + SIL). RESULTS: BS differed significantly among groups (p < 0.001). It was higher in the SIL (10.5 ± 3.5 MPa), BLAST + SIL (11.5 ± 3.2 MPa), and PER + SIL (11.6 ± 4.6 MPa) groups than in the control (6.5 ± 2.9 MPa), BLAST (8.6 ± 4.0 MPa), and PER (7.1 ± 2.8 MPa) groups, with no significant difference among groups receiving silanization. Cement post adhesive failure was more common in the SIL, BLAST, and PER + SIL groups, and cement-dentin adhesive failure was more common in the control, BLAST + SIL, and PER groups. CONCLUSION: These results show that silane application alone increases BS.

The impact of the use of magnifying dental loupes on the performance of undergraduate dental students undertaking simulated dental procedures.

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the use of magnification (2.5x dental loupes) for third-year dental students in simulated endodontics and fixed prosthodontics assessments compared to those using no magnification. METHODS: Upon institutional review board exemption, third-year dental students were assessed during endodontics and fixed prosthodontics exams in the simulation laboratory. The endodontic group (n = 93) consisted of students who made an endodontic access preparation on a plastic lower left first molar (Nissan). The prosthodontic group (n = 86) consisted of students who made porcelain fused to metal preparation (PFM) on a plastic lower right first molar mounted on an acrylic lower jaw model (Columbia Dentoform). The impact of the use of dental loupes was evaluated. Assessment of the tasks was undertaken by experts-calibrated, blinded examiners-using a standardized marking rubric for each task. The statistical analysis included Chi-square test, one-way ANOVA, and Logistic regression. The level of significance adopted was 5%. RESULTS: Students' preparations using magnification were better compared with those without magnification. Students using magnification had a significantly higher pass rate than those not using magnification in both endodontic and prosthodontic groups (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: In conclusion, third-year dental students who used loupes in the endodontics and prosthodontics simulation laboratory had significantly higher scores at the assessments.

Morphological changes in the temporomandibular joints in women with fibromyalgia and myofascial pain: A case series.

Objective: This study investigated the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) morphological changes in women with fibromyalgia (FM) through clinical and tomographic evaluation.Methods: Ten women diagnosed with myofascial pain who were being treated for FM in a university hospital were included in this study. The data were collected through clinical examination and cone beam computed tomography evaluation of the TMJ in closed and open mouth positions.Results: All patients had crackling in the joint, a habit of grinding teeth during sleep, muscle stiffness, and tinnitus. The tomographic findings revealed a higher frequency of condylar bone wear, reduction of joint space, and posterior positioning of the mandibular condyle. The temporomandibular disorders with the highest prevalence were osteoarthritis and disc displacement with reduction.Conclusion: The findings suggest that women with FM have a high frequency of TMD related to the displacement of the articular disc, condyle position, and occurrence of osteoarthritis.

Fatores associados à presença de Candida spp. em amostras de fluido vaginal de mulheres residentes em comunidades quilombolas / Factors associated with the presence of Candida spp. in vaginal fluid samples from women living in quilombola settlements

RESUMO: Objetivo: Investigar a frequência e fatores associados à detecção de Candida spp. em fluido vaginal de mulheres residentes em uma comunidade quilombola. Materiais e Método: Um estudo transversal foi conduzido com 177 mulheres residentes em uma comunidade quilombola no Nordeste do Brasil. Foram coletados dados sociodemográficos, hábitos de vida, saúde geral e saúde reprodutiva. O material coletado na região do colo do útero foi submetido a exame citopatológico. Amostras de fluido vaginal foram coletadas para a análise microbiológica. Os testes Qui-quadrado, exato de Fisher e modelos de Re-gressão Logística foram utilizados na análise estatística. Resultados: Foi detectado Candida spp. em 28,9% das amostras. A espécie mais frequente nos casos positivos foi a Candida albicans (49%), seguida da Candida krusei (39,2%). Após o ajustamento, observou-se que mulheres com idade igual ou maior que 50 anos apresentaram maior chance da detecção de Candida spp. no fluido vaginal (OR ajustada = 3,46; IC95% = 1,68-7,12), enquanto as mulheres com queixa de corrimento vaginal apresentaram uma chance menor de detecção de Candida spp. (OR ajustada = 0,29; IC95% = 0,11-0,78). Conclusão: Os achados sugerem uma elevada detecção de Candida spp. no fluido vaginal entre mulheres residentes em comunidades quilombolas, o que sinaliza a necessidade do planejamento de medidas para prevenção e rastreamento de caso de candidíase vulvovaginal neste grupo populacional. Além disso, a presença de Candida spp. foi mais elevada em mulheres a partir da quinta década de vida, menor nas mulheres com queixas de corrimento vaginal. (AU)

ABSTRACT: Objective: Investigate the frequency and factors associated with the detection of Candida spp. in vaginal fluid from women living in a quilombola settlement. Materials and Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 177 women living in a quilombola settlement in Northeast, Brazil. Socio-demographic data, living habits, general health, and reproductive health were collected. The material collected in the region of the cervix was submitted to cytopathological examination. Vaginal fluid samples were collected for microbiological analysis. Chi-square test, exact Fisher's test, and logistic regression models were used for the statistical analysis. Results: Candida spp. was detected in 28.9% of the samples. The most frequent species in positive cases were Candida albicans (49%), followed by Candida krusei (39.2%). After adjustment, it was observed that women aged over 50 years had a higher chance of detecting Candida spp. in vaginal fluid (OR adjusted = 3.46; 95% CI = 1.68-7.12), while women complaining of vaginal discharge had a lower chance of detecting Candida spp. (OR adjust-ed = 0.29; 95% 95% CI= 0.11-0.78). Conclusion: The findings suggest a high detection of Candida spp. in vaginal fluid among women living in quilombola settlements, which indicates the need for planning measures for prevention and track the cases of vulvovaginal candidiasis in this population group. Besides, the presence of Candida spp. was higher in women from the fifth decade of life, lower in women with complaints of vaginal discharge. (AU)

Effect of photobiomodulation therapy as an adjunct to scaling and root planing in a rat model of ligature-induced periodontitis: a histological and radiographic study.

This study aimed to histologically and radiographically evaluate the effectiveness of low-intensity laser irradiation of different wavelengths (660 or 808 nm) as an adjunct to scaling and root planing in the treatment of experimental periodontitis in rats. Periodontitis was induced by placing a ligature around the mandibular first molar of the rats. In total, 40 Wistar rats were randomly divided into five groups (n = 8 each): control (CG), periodontal disease (PD), scaling and root planing (SRP), SRP + 660 nm laser (GL660) and SRP + 808 nm laser (GL808). Groups with laser use received radiation at 6 points in the first molar. The animals were euthanized at baseline and at 7 and 14 days after the interventions. Mandibles were surgically removed for histomorphometric and radiographic assessment of periodontal tissues. The GL660 group showed lesser bone loss than the PD group (P < 0.05) and greater alveolar bone margin after 14 days, indicating a better long-term treatment response (P < 0.05). These findings suggest that SRP with the 660 nm laser as an adjunct results in more favorable radiographic and histological responses than the 808 nm laser.

Hyperglycaemia and factors associated with dental caries in immediate postpartum women.

Objective: Dental caries and hyperglycaemia share common risk factors. The aim of this study was to identify factors associated with dental caries in women in the immediate postpartum period. It also verified whether women with hyperglycaemia presented more dental caries than those with normal glycaemia.Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 297 women recruited from a teaching hospital in Brazil (from October 2011 to November 2012). Dental caries and oral biofilm were evaluated by oral examination. The blood glucose was accessed by Haemoglobin A1c test. Information on socioeconomic characteristics, harmful habits and oral health habits was also gathered.Results: More than half (66%) of the women had carious lesions. Univariate analysis showed no association between hyperglycaemia and dental caries (p = .39). The hierarchical logistic regression model showed that the following variables were associated with dental caries: maternal education level ≤8 years (ORadjusted = 2.40 [CI 1.19-4.82]), previous children (ORadjusted = 1.81 [CI 1.08-3.03), use of dental floss (ORadjusted = .48 [CI 0.27-0.86]), and visible plaque index ≥30% (ORadjusted = 1.83 [CI 1.05-3.20]).Conclusions: These findings call attention to the need to implement effective public policies directed at avoiding tooth decay in pregnancy and in the postpartum period.

Banco de leite humano: mulheres com dificuldades na lactação / Banco de leche humana: mujeres con dificultades en la lactancia / Human milk bank: women with lactation difficulties

RESUMO Objetivo: conhecer as dificuldades das mulheres que procuram atendimento no Banco de Leite Humano. Método: trata-se de um estudo documental, retrospectivo, utilizando amostra de 292 formulários de puérperas que buscaram o serviço especializado do Banco de Leite Humano em Hospital Universitário no Nordeste do Brasil. Realizado de janeiro a agosto de 2017. Foram utilizados testes de Qui quadado e medidas de Odds Ratio. Resultados: amostra composta por mulheres com Ensino Superior Completo 118 (40,4%), 198 (67,81%) realizaram partos em serviço de saúde privado, por cirurgia cesariana 209 (71,58%) e 118 (40,41%) não recebeu informações sobre amamentação em nenhum momento. Dificuldades de amamentação: pega 167 (57,19%), fissura mamilar 96 (32,88%), confusão de bicos 69 (23,63%), insegurança materna 65 (22,26%) e ingurgitamento mamário 61 (20,89%). Conclusão: orientações realizadas pelos profissionais voltadas para a prática do aleitamento materno e acompanhamento adequado à mulher no período gravídico puerperal resultam no sucesso da amamentação.

RESUMEN: Objetivo: conocer las dificultades de las mujeres que procuran atención en el Banco de Leche Humana. Método: se trata de un estudio documental y retrospectivo con una muestra de 292 formularios de puérperas que se acercaron al servicio especializado del Banco de Leche Humana de un Hospital Universitario en el nordeste de Brasil. Se realizó en el período de enero a agosto de 2017. Se utilizaron pruebas de Chi-cuadrado y medidas de Odds Ratio. Resultados: la muestra estuvo compuesta por 118 (40,4%) mujeres con Enseñanza Superior Completa, 198 (67,81%) tuvieron sus partos en servicios privados de salud, 209 (71,58%) por cirugía cesárea, y 118 (40,41%) no recibieron información alguna sobre lactancia en ningún momento. Dificultades de lactancia: agarre 167 (57,19%), fisura mamilar 96 (32,88%), confusión de pezones 69 (23,63%), inseguridad materna 65 (22,26%), y congestión mamaria 61 (20,89%). Conclusión: las pautas orientadoras proporcionadas por los profesionales dirigidas a la práctica de la lactancia materna y al adecuado acompañamiento de la mujer en el período de embarazo puerperal derivan en una lactancia exitosa.

ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the difficulties experienced by women who seek care at the Human Milk Bank. Method: This is a documentary, retrospective, and quantitative study with a sample of 292 forms from postpartum women who sought specialized care at the Human Milk Bank of a university hospital in Northeastern Brazil. The present study was conducted from January to August 2017. Chi-square tests and odds ratio values were used. Results: The study population consisted mainly of women with a complete higher education degree (118; 40.4%). Additionally, 198 (67.81%) of the childbirths took place in private health facilities, and 209 (71.58%) were by Cesarean section. Moreover, 118 (40.41%) mothers did not receive information on breastfeeding at any time. The most common breastfeeding difficulties were latch-on (167; 57.19%), nipple fissure (96; 32.88%), nipple confusion (69; 23.63%), maternal insecurity (65; 22.26%), and breast engorgement (61; 20.89%). Conclusion: Professional guidance on breastfeeding and proper maternal follow-up during pregnancy and postpartum result in successful breastfeeding.