Abstract Objective To perform a systematic review with meta-analysis to assess recent scientific evidence on the association between periodontitis and systemic parameters/conditions in individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Materials and Methods The search for studies was performed in MedLine/PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and BIREME databases....

Abstract Objective To evaluate whether hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) or chloroquine (CQ) are effective for the treatment of oral lichen planus (OLP). Materials and Methods A literature search was conducted in four databases. Clinical studies investigating the effect of HCQ/CQ in patients with OLP were included. Results Eleven studies were included....

Abstract Background Insufficient occlusal support (IOS) frequently causes subchondral bone absorption in temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis, and the underlying mechanism requires further investigation. Methods An IOS model was established by abrading rat molars. Micro-computed tomography was used to evaluate subchondral bone changes. Osteoclastogenesis...

Abstract Objective Our previous studies have found that the composition ratio of Prevotella melaninogenica (Pm) on buccal mucosa surface of oral lichen planus (OLP) patients increased significantly compared with control. Furthermore, Pm could invade the epithelium of OLP patients. This study aimed to further explore the impact of Pm on oral keratinocytes....

Abstract Object Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy is a potential strategy for promoting alveolar bone regeneration. This study evaluated the effects and mechanisms of transplanted MSCs on alveolar bone repair. Methods Mouse alveolar bone defect model was treated using mouse bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell (BMSC) transplantation. The bone repair...

Abstract Objective To determine the prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV) in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) across Asian countries, focusing on South and Southeast Asia. Methods A systematic search of four databases—MEDLINE/PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, and ProQuest—was conducted to identify observational studies published between January 2013...