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Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
Published by Universitas Airlangga
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27221253     DOI : 10.20473/ijdm.v3i1.2020.1-3
Core Subject : Health,
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine accepts original manuscripts in the many fields of dentistry, including research reports and literature reviews. The spread of fields include: Oral epidemiology, Oral health services research, Preventive dentistry, Oral health education and promotion, Clinical research, Behavioural sciences related to dentistry, Ethics and oral health economics, Healthcare management, Pediatric dentistry, Periodontic dentistry, Oral & maxillofacial surgery, Oral biology, Forensic dentistry, Prosthodontic dentistry, Dental radiology and many more
Articles 131 Documents
MicroRNA-21 expression as a novel diagnostic and prognostic biomarker in oral cancer: A narrative review Llahfi, Yasminia Sambac Shofie Putri; Zafar, Anis Fatimah; ZV, Astrid Faradia; Pandora, Imelda Prisca; SD, Alfonsus Sindhu; NA, Muhammad Rafi; Widyanti, Salma Putri; Andrew, Emmanuel; Eliya A, Salsabilla; Alfisaida, Aliyya; Qadira R, Malika; Rodhiyah B, Aimmatur; Ramadhani, Puspita; Indriani, Ratri; Salim, Achmad Faishal; Septyan A, Ciptantyo; Rachmad C, Alfin; Mujahidah, Amirah; Wati, Sisca Meida
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 7 No. 2 (2024): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v7i2.2024.73-76

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Background: Oral cancer is a life-threatening disease that has 377.713 new cases every year and 60% of the 5-year overall survival rate globally. Approximately 84–97% of oral cancer arises from squamous cells, categorized as oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). MiR-21 is a single-stranded, non-coding RNA that has been studied for its role in carcinogenesis. Overexpression of miR-21 is found in various cancers and is linked to a poor prognosis. However, few studies analyze the expression of miR-21 as a diagnostic and prognostic biomarker in oral cancer. Purpose: This review aimed to describe the expression of miR-21 as a novel diagnostic and prognostic biomarker in oral cancer. Review: MiR-21 was found to be upregulated in various cancers, including oral cancer. miR-21 targets several tumor suppressors such as PTEM, TPM1, and PDCD4 to modulate characteristics linked to cancer prognosis, including cell proliferation, apoptosis, invasion, and metastasis. Furthermore, the constant increase of miR-21 expression in healthy oral mucosa to oral potentially malignant disease to OSCC demonstrated its diagnostic value. Conclusion: miRNA-21 may act as a novel diagnostic and prognosticbiomarker of oral cancer.
Improving Dental and Oral Health Through Empowering Village Youth to Enhance Awareness Regarding the Importance of Dentures Prabowo, Harly; Ariani, Maretaningtias Dwi; Kurdi, Abil; Rahmania, Primanda Nur; Sona, Nabila; Imani, Aurellia Della; Indrarini, Ratri; Wicaksono, Haryo Adhiweno; Ryani, Adelisa Devita
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 7 No. 2 (2024): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v7i2.2024.49-51

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Background: Dental and oral health, which is an inseparable part of general body health, is still widely ignored since adolescence. Maintaining the integrity of teeth is an important part of dental and oral health. Tooth loss can cause functional, aesthetic, and social problems, reduce a person's quality of life, and can be an effective indicator of community oral health. Purpose: Empowering and educating about dental and oral health for adolescents to increase their awareness of dental and oral health. Method: Dental and oral health counseling and dental health examinations were conducted on 50 adolescents, students of Madrasah Aliyah Miftahul Ulum, Melirang, Gresik. This study included quantitative and qualitative methods to assess changes in knowledge and perceptions about denture care among participants. The stages of implementation carried out in this study included pre-test, counseling, question and answer, post-test, dental and oral examination. Results: The examination results showed that out of 50 teenagers at MA Miftahul Ulum, Melirang, Gresik, 0 used dentures, 0 had caries + missing teeth, 0 had missing teeth, 3 had restorations, 5 had caries + remaining roots, 9 had remaining roots, 9 had caries, and 29 had no abnormalities. The results of the post-test questionnaire showed an increase in insight, compared to the pre-test. Conclusion: The conclusion of the activity showed that there was an increase in adolescents' knowledge and understanding of dental and oral health, as well as the importance of using dentures.
Snack Consumption Behavior and Tooth Decay-Related Pain during Corona Virus Disease-19 Pandemic Palupi, Retno; Fakhrunnisa, Dania Artha; Sya'bania, Asma'; Az-Zahra, Fatiha
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.32-35

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Background: The corona virus disease-19 (COVID-19) pandemic has greatly affected community lives. The self-quarantine has an impact on the occurrence of psychological stress and the tendency to consume snacks.  Dentist practice activities are limited in order to avoid the spread of this virus. As a result, oral and dental health is less controlled, and the habit of consuming cariogenic snacks during the pandemic increases the risk of dental problems. Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the correlation between snack consumption behavior and tooth decay-related pain complaints in the productive age population during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This study design was an analytic observational study with a cross-sectional approach. The data collection used online questionnaires in the form of Google Forms to obtain the answer to snack consumption behavior. The population of this study was a productive age group population who lived in Surabaya. The total number of respondents in this study was 163 people. Results: The correlation test result showed a significant correlation (p < 0.05) between the snack consumption behavior and tooth decay-related pain, but there was no significant correlation between the snack consumption behavior and the habit of maintaining oral health. Conclusion: During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was an increase in snack consumption that leads to tooth decay-related pain complaints in the age-productive population in Surabaya.
Knowledge of xerostomia in the elderly in Rejosari Village, Lamongan Regency, East Java Sukmawati, Natasya Fauzia; Ratna Fitri, Adinda; Radithia, Desiana; Parmadiati, Adiastuti Endah; Ayuningtyas, Nurina Febriyanti; Mahdani, Fatma Yasmin
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.19-24

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Background: Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a subjective sensation often linked to hyposalivation, affecting oral and overall health. With a global prevalence of 5.5% to 46%, it is more common in the elderly due to factors like polypharmacy, systemic diseases, and age-related salivary gland changes. Xerostomia impacts daily activities such as speaking, chewing, and swallowing, reducing quality of life. Rejosari Village in Lamongan Regency, East Java, has a high elderly population and a well-established healthcare center for seniors (Posyandu Lansia), making it an ideal setting for studying awareness and knowledge of xerostomia. Purpose: To describe the level of knowledge of xerostomia among elderly people in Rejosari Village, Lamongan Regency, East Java. Methods: This descriptive observational study utilized an online questionnaire distributed via Google Forms. Participants were selected through consecutive sampling, focusing on elderly individuals who met the inclusion criteria. Of the 75 respondents who completed the questionnaire, 70 were included in the final analysis. Data were analyzed descriptively, categorizing knowledge levels into high, moderate, and low. Results: Among the 70 eligible respondents, 70.00% exhibited a high level of knowledge about xerostomia. Meanwhile, 22.86% were classified as having moderate knowledge, and 7.14% had low knowledge levels. These findings indicate that most elderly residents in Rejosari Village are well-informed about xerostomia, although knowledge gaps persist among certain groups. Conclusion: The elderly’s knowledge about xerostomia in Rejosari Village, Lamongan Regency, East Java is dominated in the high knowledge category.
White sponge nevus as a hereditary disease: A brief narrative review Mahdani, Fatma Yasmin; Puspasari, Karlina; Manuaba, Ida Bagus Pramana Putra; Putri, Salsabila Fitriana; Ayunnisa, Naqiya; Ernawati, Diah Savitri; Hendarti, Hening Tuti
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.49-52

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Background: White sponge nevus (WSN) is an autosomal dominant hereditary genetic disorder characterized by thickened keratin in the oral mucosa that appears folded, wavy, spongy, thick, and rough. WSN do not have the potential to become malignant, but an accurate diagnosis is still needed to prevent unnecessary treatment and reduce potential remissions and exacerbations due to infection. Purpose: to provide a detailed description of white sponge nevus as a hereditary disease by means of narrative review. Review: A literature search using ScienceDirect and PubMed yielded results between 2012 and 2024. The keywords of the search strategy were “hereditary disease” and “white sponge nevus” or “Cannon’s disease” or “white folded gingivostomatitis” or “leukokeratosis.”. White sponge nevus (WSN) was first discovered by Hyde in 1909 and usually occurs in children and people under 20 years old. The main etiology of WSN is an autosomal dominant hereditary genetic disorder; KRT4 and KRT13 are specific keratin encoders that cause WSN, and there are predisposing factors such as bacterial infection, smoking, and alcohol consumption. Conclusion: In determining the diagnosis of WSN, it is necessary to carry out blood tests, subjective examinations, objective examinations, and supporting examinations in the form of exfoliative cytology and biopsies. As well as the need for comprehensive treatment, even though the prognosis of this disorder is good.
Chitosan mucoadhesive patch combination of rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L) peel extract decrease leukocyte cell in gingivitis animal model Widodorini , Trining; Safitri, Maheswari Nestivia
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.36-41

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Background: Gingivitis, or inflammation of the gingiva, is characterized by increased leukocyte cells as a sign of an inflammatory response. A mucoadhesive patch made from chitosan combined with rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L) peel extract can reduce inflammation in the gingiva. Chitosan has been proven to inhibit bacterial growth. Meanwhile, rambutan peel extract, as an active ingredient, acts as an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacteria. Purpose: This study aimed to examine the impact of administering rambutan (N. lappaceum L.) peel extract in chitosan mucoadhesive patches made from blood clam shell waste as a treatment for gingivitis on the total leukocyte cell count in white rats. Methods: This research used a true-experimental, post-test-only randomized control group design study, an in vivo study. Wistar rat (Rattus novergicus) gingiva was induced with lipopolysaccharide (LPS) Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg) for two  days and then treated with a mucoadhesive patch for six consecutive days. Histological preparations were made with hematoxylin eosin (HE) staining using a light microscope to observe the total number of leukocyte cells in Wistar rat (R. novergicus) gingival tissue. Results: Based on the outcomes of this study, the Kruskal-Wallis statistical test obtained the total number of leukocyte cells, showing a significant decrease (p < 0.05) at the active ingredient concentrations of 10% and 15% rambutan (N. Lappaceum L.) peel extract in chitosan mucoadhesive patches against the positive control group. Conclusion: Rambutan (N. lappaceum L.) peel extract in chitosan mucoadhesive patches was able to reduce total leukocyte cell count in gingivitis of Wistar rats (Rattus novergicus).
Pregnant women’s knowledge about pregnancy gingivitis and oral health related to quality of life at Bagor Health Center Widodorini, Trining; Ardiana, Agrisca Salvabella
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.42-45

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Background: The formation of biofilm in plaque at the gingival border and the inflammatory reaction to bacteria  create gingivitis, an inflammatory reaction of the gingiva. Due to increases in the hormones progesterone and estrogen, pregnancy is a physiological process that might result in physical or psychological changes. Many oral and dental health issues have an impact on pregnant women’s quality of life. Purpose: The study’s goal was to ascertain how pregnant women’s quality of life was impacted by their awareness and knowledge about pregnancy gingivitis and dental health maintenance. Methods: An analytical observational study was used. Total sampling is the method used for sampling. Utilize a questionnaire to assess understanding, and use the Modified Gingival Index (MGI) to assess the gingivitis score. Multiple linear regression was utilized after the Spearman test in data analysis. Results: The findings indicated a relationship between pregnant women’s quality of life and their level of awareness regarding maintaining oral health and pregnancy gingivitis. Inside has a detrimental coefficient value of -1.202, which means that pregnant women’s knowledge increases with decreasing quality-of-life scores, which reflect a good quality of life. A positive coefficient (2.717) is substantially influenced by gingival state, indicating that a lower level of inflammation corresponds to a higher quality of life. Conclusion: Pregnant women’s quality of life is influenced by their level of awareness and knowledge about pregnancy gingivitis and maintaining their oral health. Pregnant women’s quality of life is directly correlated with their ability to maintain oral health.
Impact of VAPE use on dental and oral health among male dental students Khalaf, Mohammed Hassan; Alwan, Maryam Hameed
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.1-5

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Background: The emergence of vaping as a popular alternative to traditional smoking has raised concerns regarding its potential impact on oral health. specifically affects the oral health of dental students, who are not only consumers of these products but also future practitioners tasked with educating patients on oral hygiene and health risks. purpose: This study investigated the dental and oral health impact of VAPE among male dental students. Methods: A self-administered questionnaire comprising 20 questions was meticulously designed to gather relevant data about their VAPE use and its implications on dental and oral health. Results: 43% of participants reported using VAPE, predominantly employing salt nicotine (48.8%) over free base nicotine (27.9%). The dental health statuses, assessed using the Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) index, showed that 35.6% had a DMFT score of 3 or higher, while 37.6% had scores below 3, and 26.7% reported a DMFT of 0. Most participants (57.4%) visited the dentist rarely, with no distinction between VAPE users and non-users. However, significant differences in aspects such as breathing, sleep quality, and fitness were noted between VAPE users and non-users (p:0.002, p:0.05, and p:0.00; p<0.05), respectively. Conclusion: As E-cigarettes smoking is becoming more widely growing habit within the young age group, more oral and physiological consequences begin to rise, such as a significantly higher prevalence of mouth dryness, cough and ultimately, worsened bodily functions including a lower breathing quality and reduced level of fitness.
Interrelationship of body mass index, dental caries, and oral health behaviour: Insights from Primary School in Surabaya, Indonesia Sitalaksmi, Ratri Maya; Kartikasari, Nadia; Rahmania, Primanda Nur; Limantoro, Onny Eryanto; Wardati, Yora; Prajugo, Charlie Saputra; Yukuri, Annete Juwita; Putri, Hananah Oktalidial; Dhamayanti, Tiara Eva; Rudhanton, Riddo Adli; Gofur, Aisyah Rachmadani Putri
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.12-18

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Background: Dental caries is one of global health issues, with various factors such as Body Mass Index (BMI) and oral hygiene behaviours influencing its prevalence. Understanding the relationship between BMI and dental caries, as well as the oral hygiene practices, is essential for developing effective prevention strategies. Interventions on these factors arevital for mitigating the effects of dental caries on overall health. Purpose: This study aims to examine the correlation between dental caries and BMI in relation to oral and dental health behaviours. Methods: BMI and Decay, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMF-T) data were collected from 5th-grade elementary school students, along with responses to an Oral andDental Health Care Questionnaire. Statistical analysis was conducted using the Kruskal-Wallis Test (p<0.05) and DwassSteel-Critchlow-Fligner (DSCF) (p<0.05). Results: No significant differences in caries indices were observed between genders (p>0.05). The majority of participants were classified as underweight, and this group demonstrated a lower caries index. A comparison of DMF-T scores across various BMI categories revealed a statistically significant difference (p<0.05). Furthermore, the post hoc test indicated a significant difference in BMI between the very low and low groups within the DMFT category (p<0.05). Conclusion: The findings suggest that good oral health practices is affecting the relationship between BMI and dental caries. Thus, the importance of promoting proper oral hygiene and early intervention to prevent dental caries and improve overall health outcomes. Preventive efforts should target at-risk groups, focusing onlifestyle and oral health education.
The Knowledge Level of Students at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga Regarding the Forensic Odontology Field Chusida, An'nisaa; Rizky, Beta Novia; Kurniawan, Arofi; Pantoro, Jennifer Natasha; Setiyono, Nabila Firdausi Rizki; Gatra, Mumtaz Ramadhani Putra Pesat
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v8i1.2025.25-31

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Background: Forensic odontology is a field concerned with the use of dental evidence to identify the age, race, gender of victims and suspects in mass disasters, abuse, and organized crime. General dentists are required to have basic knowledge and expertise in forensic dentistry. Aspiring dentists in dental professional education must demonstrate mastery in both medical and dental sciences, which is a requirement to fulfill the dentist competency standard. Forensic dentistry supports preclinical and clinical skills in both basic and applied dentistry. Therefore, research is necessary to determine the level of knowledge of undergraduate dental students, dental professional education students, and dental specialist program students regarding the field of forensic odontology. Information about the level of knowledge was obtained by using a questionnaire that inquired about the content of the material measured. In this study, the research subjects were undergraduate dental students, dental professional education students, and dental specialist program students at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga. Purpose: Analyze the level of knowledge of students at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, regarding the field of forensic odontology. Methods: This study is an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional research design. This study used Google Forms for data collection with closed questionnaires. Results: According to the results of this study, a significant majority of respondents, specifically 83.3%, demonstrated a level of knowledge in the good category. Conclusion: the Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga students had knowledge levels in a good category regarding the field of forensic odontology.