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INHIBITORY EFFECTS OF DANGKE, A FERMENTED DAIRY PRODUCT FROM ENREKANG, ON STREPTOCOCCUS GROWTH IN DENTAL PLAQUE Hatta, Ridhayani; Samad, Rasmidar; Mappangara, Surijana; Pratama, Mohamad Arif Budiman Putra; Nurfianti, Nurfianti; Setianingtyas, Prastiwi; Zakki, M
Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Terapan Universitas Jambi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Volume 10, Nomor 1, February 2026
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Jambi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/jiituj.v10i1.53493

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Dairy products are known for their non-cariogenic properties and have even been reported to inhibit the attachment of cariogenic bacteria such as Streptococcus spp. on dental plaque. Dangke, a traditional dairy product from Enrekang, South Sulawesi, with a high protein content of up to 17.20%, dangke is considered a non-cariogenic food. This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro efficacy of Dangke in reducing Streptococcus levels in dental plaque. The evaluation of Dangke implicates the use of traditional dairy products in oral health. This quasi-experimental study used a post-test-only control-group design with 15 subjects selected via simple random sampling. Subjects were divided into two groups: a treatment group that consumed Dangke and a control group that consumed cheddar cheese. Plaque samples were collected twice from each subject—immediately after consumption (T1) and two hours later (T2)—resulting in 30 samples per group. The Streptococcus colony counts were analyzed at the Microbiology Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University. At T1, the mean colony counts were 19.44 CFU/mL for the Dangke group and 31.56 CFU/mL for the Cheddar group. At T2, the counts were 2.44 and 27.56 CFU/mL, respectively. A statistically significant reduction was observed in the Dangke group (p = 0.028), while no significant change was seen in the Cheddar group (p = 0.746). Dangke demonstrated a significant antimicrobial effect against Streptococcus in dental plaque and may serve as a natural cariostatic agent, providing new insights into the potential of local food products for caries prevention.
Aviation Dentistry: Preflight Dental Check on The Fighter Pilots Hatta, Ridhayani; Budiman, Mohamad Arif
Jurnal Pertahanan: Media Informasi tentang Kajian dan Strategi Pertahanan yang Mengedepankan Identity, Nasionalism dan Integrity Vol 12, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : The Republic of Indonesia Defense University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33172/jp.v12i1.19973

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Aviation dentistry is a specialized field that addresses oral and maxillofacial health in environments subject to significant changes in atmospheric pressure, particularly during flight. Barodontalgia, a form of dental pain triggered by such pressure fluctuations, can adversely affect pilots' performance, potentially impairing mission success. This narrative review critically assesses the necessity of preflight dental evaluations for military fighter pilots as a preventive measure against barodontalgia-related in-flight complications. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar for studies published between 2020 and 2025. A total of 55 records were identified, and 23 studies were included in the final qualitative analysis. Findings indicate that barodontalgia is often precipitated by pre-existing dental conditions, such as untreated caries, pulpitis, and unstable restorations, which become exacerbated under high-altitude pressure changes. Fighter aircraft commonly operate at altitudes between 45,000 and 51,000 feet, with rapid pressure fluctuations that can significantly worsen dental symptoms. Despite the recognition of barodontalgia’s operational impact, preflight dental assessments are not routinely integrated into current aeromedical protocols. The review recommends formalizing a Dental Requirements Document as part of military preflight checks, including comprehensive dental health evaluations and history assessments. Such a protocol could mitigate the risk of dental emergencies during flights and enhance operational safety by ensuring dental readiness before missions.