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Table of Contents
Front Matter
Monographs in Oral Science
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
List of Contributors
Foreword
References
Epidemiology
Incidence, Prevalence and Global Distribution of Root Caries
Abstract
Introduction
Prevalence of Root Caries
Incidence of Root Caries
Conclusions
References
Etiology, Risk Factors and Groups of Risk
Abstract
Introduction
Risk Factors Associated with Root Caries
Prediction Modeling for Root Caries
Conclusions
References
Biological Determinants
Specificities of Caries on Root Surface
Abstract
Introduction
Dental Tissues and Peculiarities of Root Sites
Dental Hard Tissues and Their Composition
Dental Hard Tissues and Their Morphology and Structure
Gingival Recession and Exposition of Root Hard Tissues to Oral Environment
Biochemistry and Histopathology of Root Caries
Mineral Dissolution
Organic Matrix Degradation
Histopathology of Root Caries
Lesions in Cementum
Initial Lesion in Dentin
Advanced Lesions in Dentin
Arrested Lesions
Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Root Surface Biofilms and Caries
Abstract
Introduction
Influence of Saliva and Gingival Fluid on the Root Surface Biofilm
Development of Plaque Biofilms on Sound Root Surfaces
Microbiology of Root Surface Caries
Role of Proteases in Caries Progression
Conclusions
References
Endogenous Enzymes in Root Caries
Abstract
Introduction
Dental Cementum
Endogenous Enzymes in the Root Dentin
Endogenous Enzymes in the Saliva
Root Caries
Host Proteases and Root Caries
Dentin Collagen Matrix during Caries
Conclusions
References
Lesion Assessment and Features
Root Surface Caries – Rationale Behind Good Diagnostic Practice
Abstract
Introduction
Clinical Features of Root Surface Caries
Histopathological Features of Root Surface Caries
Clinical Considerations and Implications
Conclusion
References
Assessing the Risk of Developing Carious Lesions in Root Surfaces
Abstract
Introduction
Are There Any CRA Systems/Protocols Specific to RC Development?
What Are the Factors Related to RC Development?
RC Management in Oral Healthcare Practice
Conclusions
References
Assessment of Root Caries Lesion Activity and Its Histopathological Features
Abstract
Introduction
Histological Changes Occurring Physiologically to the Dentin and Pulp
Histological Changes Generally Occurring during Caries Lesions
Histological Features Specific to RC Lesions
Features Specific to Active RC Lesions
Features Specific to Inactive (Arrested) RC Lesions
Assessment of RC Lesion Activity
Conclusion
Disclosure Statement
Acknowledgements
References
Monitoring of Root Caries Lesions
Abstract
Introduction
Visual Tactile Methods
Challenges
Electronic Caries Monitor
Dye-Enhanced Methods
DiagnoDent
Other Methods
Conclusion
References
Preventive and Operative Therapies
Biofilm Control and Oral Hygiene Practices
Abstract
Introduction
Mechanical Biofilm Control
Laboratory Studies
Clinical Studies
Epidemiological Studies
Methods
Chemical Biofilm Control
Conclusion
References
Conventional Preventive Therapies (Fluoride) on Root Caries Lesions
Abstract
Introduction
Self-Applied Fluoride Products
Professional-Applied Fluoride Products
Conclusion
References
New Preventive Approaches Part I: Functional Peptides and Other Therapies to Prevent Tooth Demineralization
Abstract
Introduction
Functional Peptides
Specific Peptides
Phosphate-Based Strategies
Polyphosphates
Calcium Glycerophosphate
Lasers
References
New Preventive Approaches Part II: Role of Dentin Biomodifiers in Caries Progression
Abstract
Introduction
Role of the ECM on Root Caries Progression and Remineralization
ECM Components Relevant to Dentin Biomodification
Fibrillar Type I Collagen
Proteoglycans
Dentin Phosphoproteins
Endogenous Proteases
Biomodification of Dentin – A Bioinspired Strategy
Types and Sources of Dentin Biomodifiers
Synthetic Collagen Biomodifiers
Carbodiimide Hydrochloride (EDC)
Biosynthetic Collagen Biomodifiers
Genipin
Polyphenols
Experimental Effectiveness of Collagen Biomodifiers
Conclusion
References
Management of Cavitated Root Caries Lesions: Minimum Intervention and Alternatives
Abstract
Introduction
Cavitated Lesion Management
Biofilm Disruption
“Lesion Exposure” Method
Caries Excavation and Restoration
Chemomechanical Caries Excavation
Atraumatic Restorative Technique
Material Selection
Conclusion
References
Clinical Performance of Root Surface Restorations
Abstract
Introduction
Restorative Materials for Clinical Management of Cervical Lesions
Important Issues for Restorations of Cervical Lesions
Resin-Based Composites versus GICs
Minimal Intervention for Removal of Root Caries Lesions
Rubber Dam versus Cotton Rolls/Retraction Cord Isolation
Cavity Preparation
Application of the Adhesive System Prior to Resin Composite Placement
Active Adhesive Application
Increase in the Number of Adhesive Coats
Placement of Hydrophobic Resin Coating in One-Step SE Adhesives
Use of Matrix Metalloproteinase-Inhibitor after Dentin Acid Etching
Dentin Pre-Treatment for SE Adhesives
Selective Enamel Etching for SE Adhesives
Other Important Issues
Which Adhesive Should be Selected For Resin-Based Composite Restorations?
Regular or Flowable Resin-Based Composites
Conclusion
References
Epilogue
Concluding Remarks
Abstract
Root Caries: Epidemiology Session
Root Caries: Biological Determinants Session
Root Caries: Lesion Assessment Session
Root Caries: Preventive and Operative Therapies Session
Acknowledgments
References
Author Index
Subject Index
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