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Surface-dependent properties of α-Ag2WO4: a joint experimental and theoretical investigation
(Theoretical Chemistry Accounts, 2020) [Artigo]Alpha-silver tungstate (α-Ag2WO4) has attracted much attention in recent years due to its unique crystal and electronic structures, which are suitable for a wide range of applications. This work presents a more realistic ... -
Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy effectiveness against susceptible and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus biofilms
(Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2020) [Artigo]Background: Staphylococcus aureus have a great ability to become rapidly resistant to conventional antimicrobial therapies. This study evaluated the efficacy of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) mediated by Curcumin ... -
Unvealing the role of β-Ag2MoO4 microcrystals to the improvement of antibacterial activity
(Materials Science and Engineering C, 2020) [Artigo]Crystal morphology with different surfaces is important for improving the antibacterial activity of materials. In this experimental and theoretical study, the antibacterial activity of β-Ag2MoO4 microcrystals against the ... -
In Vitro Toxic Effect of Biomaterials Coated with Silver Tungstate or Silver Molybdate Microcrystals
(Journal of Nanomaterials, 2020) [Artigo]Purpose. This study evaluated the cytotoxicity of antimicrobial silver tungstate (Ag2WO4) or silver molybdate (Ag2MoO4) microcrystals coating biomaterials. Materials and Methods. The coating procedure was performed onto ... -
Antifungal activity and biocompatibility of α-AgVO3 microcrystals: A promising material against oral Candida disease
(Materials Science and Engineering C, 2020) [Artigo]The number of studies on microcrystals containing silver has increased in recent decades. Among the silver-containing microcrystals, α-AgVO3 has gained prominence owing to its polymorphism that allows it to exert interesting ... -
A review on polyphosphate coacervates—structural properties and bioapplications
(Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology, 2020) [Resenha]The coacervation process of Graham’s Salt Na(PO3)n enabled the preparation of polyphosphate coacervates (CPPs) by adding different metallic ions (Mn+), and/or low-molecular-weight solvents at a specific solution, which ... -
Antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of Casearia sylvestris extracts from distinct Brazilian biomes against Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans
(BMC complementary and alternative medicine, 2019) [Artigo]BACKGROUND: Dental caries is a biofilm-diet-dependent worldwide public health problem, and approaches against microorganisms in cariogenic biofilms are necessary. METHODS: The antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of ... -
Ecological Biosubstrates Obtained from Onion Pulp (Allium cepa L.) for Flexible Organic Light-Emitting Diodes
(ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 2019) [Artigo]A new biopolymer obtained from onion pulp (Allium cepa L.) was employed to produce a sustainable substrate for flexible organic light-emitting diodes (FOLEDs). Indium tin oxide (ITO) and SiO2 thin films were deposited by ... -
Effectiveness of manual therapy in patients with tension-type headache. A systematic review and meta-analysis
(Disability and Rehabilitation, 2020) [Resenha]Purpose: To systematically review the evidence about the effectiveness of manual therapy (MT) on pain intensity, frequency and impact of headache in individuals with tension-type headache (TTH). Methods: Medline, Embase, ... -
Synthesis of bioactive glass-based coating by plasma electrolytic oxidation: Untangling a new deposition pathway toward titanium implant surfaces
(Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 2020) [Artigo]Hypothesis: Although bioactive glass (BG) particle coatings were previously developed by different methods, poor particle adhesion to surfaces and reduced biological effects because of glass crystallization have limited ... -
Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy reduces gene expression of Candida albicans in biofilms
(Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2020) [Artigo]The present study evaluated whether the oxidative stress caused by antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) affects the expression of C. albicans genes related to adhesion and biofilm formation (ALS1 and HPW1) and oxidative ... -
In vitro effects of photobiomodulation applied to gingival fibroblasts cultured on titanium and zirconia surfaces and exposed to LPS from Escherichia coli
(Lasers in Medical Science, 2020) [Artigo]Photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy is used to stimulate cell proliferation and metabolism, as well as reduce inflammatory cytokine synthesis, which plays a main role in the long-term stability of implants. This study assessed ... -
Comparison of impression techniques and double pouring by dental cast's accuracy. Preliminary clinical-lab trial
(Brazilian Journal of Oral Sciences, 2019) [Artigo]Aim: This study compared impression techniques and double pouring by means of cast's accuracy. Methods: For each patient (n=10), impressions from right maxillary canine to first molar were made with acrylic resin trays and ... -
Influence of simulated gastric juice on surface characteristics of CAD-CAM monolithic materials
(Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2020) [Artigo]Statement of problem: How the surfaces of monolithic esthetic restorations behave in the presence of acidic substances is unclear. Purpose: The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of simulated gastric ... -
Biological and physicochemical implications of the aging process on titanium and zirconia implant material surfaces
(Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2020) [Artigo]Statement of problem: Changes in physicochemical properties because of implant material aging and natural deterioration in the oral environment can facilitate microbial colonization and disturb the soft-tissue seal between ... -
UV-photofunctionalization of a biomimetic coating for dental implants application
(Materials Science and Engineering C, 2020) [Artigo]Photofunctionalization mediated by ultraviolet (UV) rays changes the physico-chemical characteristics of titanium (Ti) and improves the biological activity of dental implants. However, the role of UV-mediated photofuncti ... -
Nanostructured titanium alloy surfaces for enhanced osteoblast response: A combination of morphology and chemistry
(Surface and Coatings Technology, 2020) [Artigo]This study is part of a new trend in the metallic biomaterials field that searches to use the titanium beta alloys with recognized bulk and surface properties for better biological response. Ti15Mo alloy (wt%) had it surface ... -
Biomaterial-based possibilities for managing peri-implantitis
(Journal of Periodontal Research, 2020) [Resenha]Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory disease of hard and soft tissues around osseointegrated implants, followed by a progressive damage of alveolar bone. Oral microorganisms can adhere to all types of surfaces by the ... -
Effect of the aging of titanium and zirconia abutment surfaces on the viability, adhesion, and proliferation of cells and the adhesion of microorganisms
(Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 2019) [Artigo]Statement of problem: The longevity of dental implants depends on the maintenance of peri-implant tissue and absence of inflammation. How the physical-chemical properties intrinsic to each material over time can affect ... -
One-step fiber post cementation and core build-up in endodontically treated tooth: A clinical case report
(Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, 2020) [Artigo]Objective: This clinical case report addresses the step-by-step of the application of a core-and-post system that uses a single resin composite material to fiber post cementation and core build-up in a maxillary left central ...