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Effects of unpolymerized resin components on the function of accessory cells derived from the rat incisor pulp.

Monomeric resin components from dental composites are toxic to fibroblasts in culture and thus may interfere with the local immune system of the pulp, reducing its effective defense potential, either by cytotoxicity or by a more specific immune mechanism. Therefore, the present study was undertaken to observe the cytotoxic effects elicited by certain unpolymerized components of resin composites upon the function of accessory pulp cells in mitogen-induced proliferation of T-lymphocytes. Accessory cells from the rat incisor pulp were released following enzymatic digestion with collagenase. The assay included incubation of these cells with purified T-lymphocytes from cervical lymph nodes for 72 h in the presence of different concentrations of the resin components. The proliferative T-lymphocyte response was monitored by 3H-thymidine incorporation. Initially, we conducted experiments on spleen cells to determine the proper concentration intervals for suitable testing of the resin components. To assess the individual susceptibility of accessory cells and T-lymphocytes, we pre-treated each of these cells with some of the test materials prior to assay. At low concentrations, urethane dimethacrylate (UDMA), bisglycidyl methacrylate (bis-GMA), triethylene glycol dimethacrylate (TEGDMA), and bis-phenol A (BPA) increased spleen cell proliferation to concanavalin A (con A). Purified T-lymphocytes stimulated by pulpal cells did not show enhanced responses to UDMA, bis-GMA, glycidyl mehtacrylate (GMA), or N,N,-dihydroxyethyl-p-toluidine (DHEpT). At higher concentrations, all substances except camphoroquinone (CAMP) showed inhibitory effects in both test systems. The in vitro study shows that resin components can evoke either immunosuppression or immunostimulation on mitogen-driven proliferation of purified T-lyumphocytes and spleen cells.

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Screening of Estrogenic and Antiestrogenic Effects of Estradiol, Bisphenol A, and Fulvestrant Using 2D and 3D Breast Cancer Cell Systems With a Luciferase Reporter Gene Assay.

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) like bisphenol A (BPA) pose health risks by interfering with hormones. This study develops and utilizes in vitro 2D and 3D cell models to evaluate the estrogenic and antiestrogenic properties of compounds. Human breast cancer cell lines T47D and MCF7, stably transfected with a luciferase reporter gene (ERE-LUC), were first compared in 2D. Due to the significantly higher sensitivity and responsiveness observed in the T47D line during preliminary 2D screenings, this cell line was exclusively selected for the development of the 3D spheroid model. Cells were treated with 17β-estradiol (E2), BPA, and Fulvestrant (FUL) to assess cell viability and luciferase activity. In 2D models, T47D ERE-LUC cells showed higher responsiveness than MCF7 ERE-LUC, which failed to show significant luciferase induction with E2. In the 3D T47D model, cells exhibited significant and robust changes in luciferase activity in response to E2 and BPA, highlighting the enhanced fidelity of 3D cultures in replicating tissue conditions compared to their 2D counterparts. The study highlights the effectiveness of 3D models over 2D in evaluating estrogenic activity. Specifically, the 3D T47D ERE-LUC system serves as a superior, sensitive, and reliable platform for screening EDCs, offering benefits in cost, data speed, and reduced in vivo reliance.

Humans↗

Water sorption and solubility of dental composites and identification of monomers released in an aqueous environment.

Water sorption and solubility of six proprietary composite resin materials were assessed, and monomers eluted from the organic matrix during water storage identified. Water sorption and solubility tests were carried out with the following storage times: 4 h, 24 h and 7, 60 and 180 days. After storage, water sorption and solubility were determined. Eluted monomers were analysed by high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Correlation between the retention time of the registered peak and the reference peak was observed, and UV-spectra confirmed the identity. The results showed an increase in water sorption until equilibrium for all materials with one exception. The solubility behaviour of the composite resin materials tested revealed variations, with both mass decrease and increase. The resin composition influences the water sorption and solubility behaviour of composite resin materials. The HPLC analysis of eluted components revealed that triethyleneglycol dimethacrylate (TEGDMA) was the main monomer released. Maximal monomer concentration in the eluate was observed after 7 days. During the test period, quantifiable quantities of urethanedimethacrylate (UEDMA) monomer were observed, whereas 2,2-bis[4-(2-hydroxy-3-methacryloyloxypropoxy)-phenyl]propane (Bis-GMA) was only found in detectable quantities. No detectable quantities of bisphenol-A were observed during the test period.

Analysis of Variance↗

Coronal microleakage of five materials used to create an intracoronal seal in endodontically treated teeth.

The purpose of this study was to quantitatively compare the sealing effectiveness of five restorative materials that were used to create an intracoronal double seal. Fifty-two extracted mandibular molars were randomly divided into five groups of 10 teeth, and one positive and one negative control tooth. The crowns were removed and the pulpal floor and canal orifices were sealed with 3 mm of one of the following materials: Amalgabond, C&B Metabond, One-Step Dentin Adhesive with AEliteflo composite, One-Step with Palfique composite, or intermediate restorative material (IRM). Each tooth was affixed to a fluid filtration device and the seal was evaluated at 0, 1, 7, 30, and 90 days. The results showed a significant (p = 0.0001) difference in leakage between the materials. At 7 days, IRM, AEliteflo, and Palfique leaked significantly more than Amalgabond or C&B Metabond. Amalgabond consistently produced the best seal of all the materials throughout the duration of the study.

Barium Compounds↗

Effect of dentin desensitizers and dentin bonding agents on dentin permeability.

PURPOSE: To determine the effect of dentin desensitizing agents (oxalates and glutaraldehyde) and dentin bonding agents, with and without resin-based composite (RBC) on dentin permeability and morphology of the dentin surface. The influence of saliva and toothbrushing on these agents was also evaluated. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Radicular dentin discs +/-1 mm thick were obtained from extracted human teeth. The thickness of the discs was standardized by grinding them with 600 grit silicon carbide powder. Both pulpal and periodontal surfaces of the discs were treated with 6% citric acid for 2 min prior to the baseline measurement of dentin permeability. Permeability was measured for the discs, using a split-chamber apparatus, at four different time points: at baseline, after treatment with each desensitizing modality, after 24 hrs of saliva immersion and after simulated toothbrushing equivalent to 3 weeks of normal brushing. The treatment modalities were: Sensodyne Dentin Desensitizer, Gluma Dentin Desensitizer, All-Bond DS (primers without etching), Etch+Primers (All-Bond 2 system), Etch+Primers+Adhesive and Etch+Primers+Adhesive+RBC (AElite Flo). Radicular dentin discs were prepared separately for scanning electron microscopy (SEM). One group was left untreated as the control group. Discs in the other groups were treated with the modalities listed above. One disc from each group was viewed under the SEM after treatment with the desensitizing modality. The second disc in each group was viewed after 24 hrs of saliva immersion following desensitizing treatment and the third disc after 3 weeks of simulated toothbrushing following desensitizing treatment and saliva immersion. RESULTS: The greatest reduction in permeability was caused by All-Bond DS followed by Sensodyne Dentin Desensitizer and Etch+Primers+Adhesive+RBC. Gluma Dentin Desensitizer, Etch+Primers, and Etch+Primers+Adhesive did not reduce permeability by a significant amount. Saliva immersion increased permeability significantly only for the Gluma and Etch+Primers+Adhesive groups. There was a trend towards increase in permeability after toothbrushing; however, this increase was not statistically significant for any group (P > 0.05). Thus, placement of primers without etching (All-Bond DS) reduced permeability more than any other treatment modality. These data indicate that etching a sensitive dentin area may be appropriate only if RBC is to be placed in the area. Exposure to saliva and toothbrushing countered the decrease in permeability caused by dedicated desensitizers and dentin bonding agents. The SEM micrographs revealed that in most cases, form corroborated function and the morphology of the dentin surface corresponded to the dentin permeability values.

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Effect of reinforcement methods on the retention of resin-bonded fixed partial dentures using a composite denture tooth as a pontic: in vitro evaluation.

PURPOSE: The incorporation of composite denture teeth as pontics in resin-bonded fixed partial dentures has been deemed to be short-lived. This study investigated whether pre- or posttreatments could improve the bonding of denture tooth pontics. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A model fixed partial denture was fabricated that included composite denture teeth (Endura) bonded with 1 of 2 resin systems (C&B-Metabond or Aeliteflo). The bonding surface of the pontic was pretreated with one of three methods (air-particle abrasion [AA], AA plus silanization, or cavity preparation plus AA). The bonding areas between pontic and abutments were posttreated with 1 of 2 methods (reinforcement with fiber or metal post). Five bonded specimens for each treatment group were subjected to 20,000 thermocycles (40 degrees C to 60 degrees C; dwell time 60 s) before retentive forces (N) were determined. All data were analyzed with two-way ANOVA and Bonferroni's test (p = 0.05). RESULTS: All specimens that underwent the pre- and posttreatment outperformed untreated specimens. For the specimens bonded with C&B-Metabond and posttreated with a polyethylene fiber (Ribbond) or a metal post (DC Post), the mean retentive forces were 316 N and 301 N for mandibular specimens, and 354 N and 380 N for maxillary specimens, respectively. These values were significantly higher than those obtained with other pretreatment methods (p < or = 0.0003). For mandibular specimens bonded with Aeliteflo, specimens posttreated with Ribbond exhibited significantly higher retentive forces (332 N) compared to other specimens (p < or = 0.0001). CONCLUSION: Within the limitations of this study, the bond strength of a resin-bonded fixed partial denture incorporating a composite denture tooth as the pontic was improved by reinforcement with either a polyethylene fiber or a metal post.

Analysis of Variance↗

Oxygenation of bisphenol A to quinones by polyphenol oxidase in vegetables.

To understand conversion of bisphenol A and its related compounds under some chemical and biological environments, oxidation of these compounds was performed. Bisphenol A was oxidized to monoquinone and bisquinone derivatives by Fremy's salt, a radical oxidant; but salcomine and alkali did not catalyze the oxidation by molecular oxygen. Bisphenol A, bisphenol B, and 3,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bisphenol were converted to their monoquinone derivatives in the presence of oxygen and polyphenol oxidase from mushroom at 25 degrees C at pH 6.5. Among crude enzyme solutions of fruits and vegetables, potato, mushroom, eggplant, edible burdock, and yacon showed remarkable oxidative activity on bisphenol A. The highest activity was observed in potato, and the main product obtained by the enzymatic oxygenation was the monoquinone derivative of bisphenol A, accompanied by a small amount of the bisquinone derivative. The oxidation reactions found here will be useful for developing techniques for elimination of phenolic endocrine disrupters from the environment.

Agaricales↗

BIS-GMA--based resins in dentistry: are they safe?

BACKGROUND: The authors critically surveyed research dealing with the release of resin components from dental composites and the potential of these agents to mimic or disrupt estrogenic cell responses. TYPES OF STUDIES REVIEWED: The studies reviewed included those on synthetic methods used to make bisphenol A glycidyl methacrylate, or BIS-GMA, and the biological effects of this resin in cell culture and animals. The estrogenic effect of bisphenol A was targeted because bisphenol A is present as an impurity in some resins (BIS-GMA) and as a degradation product from other resins (bisphenol A dimethacrylate, or BIS-DMA). RESULTS: The outcomes of this review revealed that short-term administration of BIS-GMA and/or bisphenol A in animals or cell cultures can induce changes in estrogen-sensitive organs or cells. However, considering the dosages and routes of administration and the modest response of estrogen-sensitive target organs, the authors conclude that the short-term risk of estrogenic effects from treatments using bisphenol A-based resins is insignificant. Long-term effects need to be investigated further. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Commonly used dental resins should not be of concern to the general public; however, pharmacological evaluation of dental materials is needed to ensure biologically safe and therapeutically effective substances.

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Multitarget interactions of bisphenol A in polycystic ovary syndrome: evidence from integrated network toxicology, mendelian randomization, and molecular docking.

OBJECTIVE: To study the potential pathogenic mechanisms of bisphenol A (BPA) in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) using an integrative computational strategy. DESIGN: Integrative computational study combining network toxicology, Mendelian randomization (MR), and molecular docking. SUBJECTS: For MR analysis, genetic data were sourced from large European-ancestry cohorts, including plasma protein quantitative trait loci data and genome-wide association study summary statistics for PCOS (3,045 cases and 267,780 controls). EXPOSURE: In silico exposure to BPA for target prediction; genetically predicted plasma protein levels for causal inference. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Identification of overlapping targets between BPA and PCOS; functional enrichment pathways; causal effects of prioritized proteins on PCOS risk (odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals); binding affinities between BPA and core targets (kcal/mol). RESULTS: Network toxicology identified 310 overlapping targets between BPA and PCOS. Enrichment analyses revealed significant involvement in endocrine signaling, inflammatory pathways (eg, IL-17), and cellular processes. MR demonstrated that genetically elevated levels of RET, CXCL8, HTR6, MMP1, MMP9, NTRK1, and TNNI2 were significantly associated with increased PCOS risk, whereas higher PSAP and SHBG levels were protective. Molecular docking confirmed stable binding between BPA and all nine key targets, with strongest affinity for SHBG (-8.4 kcal/mol), followed by NTRK1, TNNI2, and RET. CONCLUSION: This integrative investigation suggests that BPA may contribute to PCOS pathogenesis through multitarget interactions involving inflammatory mediators, endocrine regulators, and tissue remodeling proteins. The findings provide prioritized targets and mechanistic insights for future experimental validation and environmental risk assessment.

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Leached components from dental composites and their effects on fertility of female mice.

This study investigated the effects of leached components from a resin-based dental composite (Z-100) and bisphenol A (BPA) on female mouse fertility. Leached components or BPA (5, 25 and 100 microg kg(-1)) were administered intragastrically daily to the test and distilled water to the control groups for 28 d. Female mice were then mated with sexually mature untreated males and their fertility was assessed. The results revealed a significant reduction in the number of pregnancies--54.5% vs. 100% (control)--in mice treated with the leached components from the dental composite, which also showed an increase of 142% in relative ovary weights. Exposure to 25 and 100 microg kg(-1) BPA resulted in significant increases in the total number of resorptions out of the total number of implantations and significant increases in relative uterine weights. Relative ovarian weights were significantly increased at the highest dose. High performance liquid chromatography analysis showed that tri-(ethylene glycol)-dimethacrylate (TEG-DMA) was the major leached component (total: 5945 microg ml(-1)) from the composite, followed by bisphenol A glycerolate dimethacrylate (BIS-GMA) (total: 2097 microg ml(-1)) and BPA (total: 78 microg ml(-1)). The results suggest that leached components from the dental composite used and commercially purchased BPA have adverse effects on the fertility and reproductive system of female mice.

Animals↗

Estrogenicity of resin-based composites and sealants used in dentistry.

We tested some resin-based composites used in dentistry for their estrogenic activity. A sealant based on bisphenol-A diglycidylether methacrylate (bis-GMA) increased cell yields, progesterone receptor expression, and pS2 secretion in human estrogen-target, serum-sensitive MCF7 breast cancer cells. Estrogenicity was due to bisphenol-A and bisphenol-A dimethacrylate, monomers found in the base paste of the dental sealant and identified by mass spectrometry. Samples of saliva from 18 subjects treated with 50 mg of a bis-GMA-based sealant applied on their molars were collected 1 hr before and after treatment. Bisphenol-A (range 90-931 micrograms) was identified only in saliva collected during a 1-hr period after treatment. The use of bis-GMA-based resins in dentistry, and particularly the use of sealants in children, appears to contribute to human exposure to xenoestrogens.

Adult↗

In vitro elution of leachable components from dental sealants.

Recent concerns have been raised about the possibility that estrogenic chemicals, in particular bisphenol-A, or BPA, might be leached out of dental sealants. This study aimed to identify and quantify BPA and other components released from seven light-cured fissure sealants in vitro. None of the tested sealants was shown to have released BPA; however, the investigators identified other eluted components that should be investigated for their biological effects.

Acetonitriles↗

HPLC analysis of dental resin composites components.

Five uncured commercial dental resin composites (two bis-glycidyl methacrylate based products and three non-bis-glycidyl methacrylate based products) were examined for contamination with bisphenol A, which is a known xenobiotic. After the samples were processed with acetonitrile for extraction of their components, high performance liquid chromatography analysis was performed and the eluted peaks were fractionated for comparison using UV spectra. The results suggested that all the resin composites tested were contaminated with bisphenol A or its derivatives. Theoretically, bisphenol A is not a component of dental resin composite, but it could remain as an impurity of the composite during the synthesis of Bis-GMA. The results suggest that it is necessary to investigate the ability of this impurity and its derivatives in dental resin composites to cause estrogenic effects, as well as to evaluate the release of the impurity from cured resin composites.

Benzhydryl Compounds↗

EPR and 1H and 13C dynamic nuclear polarization studies of a molecularly doped polymer: bisphenol A polycarbonate doped with trianisylamine and trianisylaminium perchlorate.

We have investigated the EPR and DNP behavior of a molecularly doped polymer modeling those used to transport electronic charge in electrophotography. The EPR spectra show no evidence of the superexchange reported for a closely related system based on tri-p-tolylamine. The difference may be due to larger charge-transfer matrix elements in the latter system. An unambiguous interpretation of the observed 1H DNP was rendered difficult by the unanticipated asymmetry of the EPR spectra. We report extensive data on the "three-spin" effect evident in the DNP-enhanced 13C NMR spectra, and comment on its potential for characterizing polymer interfaces.

Aniline Compounds↗

Cytotoxicity of bisphenol A glycidyl methacrylate on cytochrome P450-producing cells.

Of the cytochrome P450 (CYP) family of carcinogen-activating enzymes, CYP3A is the major form found in human livers. The purpose of this study was to investigate the cytotoxic effects of dental resin monomers after being metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP3A7, using a colony formation assay and a neutral red assay. Specimen wells were plated with transfected cells derived from the Chinese hamster lung at 100 cells well(-1). The experimental group consisted of CYP-producing 3A4-10 and 3A7-40 cells, while the control group consisted of non-CYP-producing CR-119 cells. Bisphenol A (BPA) and bisphenol A glycidyl methacrylate (Bis-GMA) and a positive control (Aflatoxine Bl) were added separately to each well and cultured for 7 days. After cultivation, the number of the colonies was counted and IC50 values were determined. The data were statistically analysed by a Student's t-test. The resultant of IC50 values indicated that the monomers were not metabolically activated by CYP3A4 or CYP3A7 as compared with the control (P < 0.05). We also confirmed that these monomers act neither as activators nor as inhibitors of CYP3A4 and CYP3A7.

Aflatoxins↗

Determination of the degree of cure of dental resins using Raman and FT-Raman spectroscopy.

FT-IR spectroscopy has traditionally been used to determine the degree of conversion of dental resins. FT-Raman scattering provided an alternate method of obtaining degrees of conversion for these systems and was particularly useful for measuring spectra of materials without any sample preparation. Raman and FT-Raman spectroscopy gave identical results, but the latter technique was preferred for the highly fluorescent samples often encountered in commercial composites. Linear calibration curves were obtained for the aromatic mixtures Bis-GMA/TEGDMA and Bisphenol-A/TEGDMA using C = C/phi, and for the wholly aliphatic mixture EGDMA/EGDA using C = C/C = O, over a wide range of mole ratios. If both the mole and intensity ratios [C = C/phi or C = C/C = O] were known for an uncured dental resin, then the degrees of conversion could be obtained for the cured materials using Raman spectroscopy. However, if the mole ratios for the uncured resin were unknown, then the degree of conversion depended on the calibration curve, since the Raman scattering cross section of the vibrational modes depended on the molecules to which they were attached.

Benzhydryl Compounds↗

Determination of bisphenol A using a flow injection inhibitory chemiluminescence method.

A new flow injection chemiluminescence (CL) method has been developed for the determination of bisphenol A (BPA), based on the inhibitory effect of BPA on the chemiluminescence reaction between luminol and potassium hexacyanoferrate. Under optimum conditions, the decrease in CL emission intensity was linear with BPA concentration in the range 8.0 x 10(-7)-1.2 x 10(-5) mol/L, and the detection limit was 3.1 x 10(-7) mol/L. The relative standard deviation (RSD) of 11 replicate measurements was 2.6% for 2.0 x 10(-6) mol/L BPA (n = 11). The sampling frequency was calculated to be ca. 120/h. This method has been successfully used to determine the content of BPA in aqueous solution of polycarbonate materials. A brief discussion on the possible chemiluminescence reaction mechanism is presented.

Benzhydryl Compounds↗

Kinetic evaluation of reactivity of bisphenol A derivatives as radical scavengers for methacrylate polymerization.

The reactivity of bisphenol A (BPA), diethylstilbestrol (DEST) 2,2'-biphenol (22'BP), 4,4'-biphenol (44'BP) and hydroquinone (HQ) as radical scavengers was examined in 2,2'-azobisisobutyronitrile (AIBN)- and benzoyl peroxide (BPO)-induced methyl methacrylate (MMA) polymerization with respect to kinetic considerations. The initial rate of polymerization (IRP) was found to decrease in the order: 44'BP > BPA, DEST > 22'BP >> HQ, while the stoichiometric factor (n) of free radicals trapped by phenolic moiety decreased in the order: 44'BP (2.3) > HQ (2.0) > BPA, DEST (1.8) >> 22'BP (0.8). It was found that BPA was a more highly efficient inhibitor than HQ and that HQ acts as a retarder at higher concentrations in the BPO system. The high activity of BPA indicated that BPA is probably oxidized by a radical interaction in the dental resin system.

Benzhydryl Compounds↗