Acrylic resin has disadvantage that is able to absorb solution. Ifthis solution has color so then it will cause color changes to acrylic resin. This research is aimed to know influence ofgreen tea and black tea to color changes as heat-cured acrylic resin as denture base. Besides, its goals is also to know for how long submerging that acrylic resin experiences a meaning color changes. This rese…
Latar belakang: Sistem penghantaran obat lokal bermanfaat dalam terapi periodontal karena mampu mengarahkan obat langsung ke area target dengan pelepasan terkontrol. Kitosan, yang bersifat biodegradable dan mampu melepaskan obat secara bertahap, dapat diformulasikan menjadi film sebagai media penghantaran obat. Formulasi ini menggunakan klorheksidin sebagai agen antimikroba, sementara cangkang …
Background: Porphyromonas gingivalis was one of the Gram-negative anaerobic bacteria that played an important role in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. The increasing resistance of bacteria to synthetic antibiotics encouraged the search for alternative antibacterial agents from natural sources. Snakehead fish (Channa striata) was known to contain bioactive compounds such as albumin and m…
Background: Candy is a processed food in the form of a solid and if consumed excessively it will reduce the salivary pH which is one of the factors causing caries. This decrease occurs due to the activity of acid-producing bacteria in the oral cavity. Preventing a decrease in salivary pH can be done by adding gambir and xylitol to candy. Gambir is a herbal ingredient containing catechins and ta…
Introduction: S. aureus is one of the most frequently found and detected microorganisms in odontogenic infections of oral and cerebral abscesses. The treatment of odontogenic infections can be treated using antibiotics, which can be replaced by honey. Tembesu bitter black honey is a natural material that can be used as an antibacterial because it has high osmolarity, low pH (3,2-4,5), low water…
Background: Root canal treatment aims to eliminate bacteria and prevent recurring infections. Root canal disinfection remains a major challenge in root canal treatment and is a key factor in its success. Conventional disinfection methods are often less effective due to the complexity of root canal anatomy. The laser method is an evolving treatment approach for root canal disinfection, demonstra…
Latar belakang: Riskesdas tahun 2018 menyatakan proporsi masalah kesehatan gigi dan mulut masyarakat Indonesia sebesar 57,6%. Penyebab utama masalah kesehatan gigi dan mulut ini yaitu adanya akumulasi plak. Kemampuan menyikat gigi yang baik dan benar merupakan faktor penting dalam mencegah penumpukan plak. Perilaku yang cenderung mengabaikan kebersihan gigi dan mulut sebagian besar dilandasi ol…
Background: The regeneration of alveolar bone sockets after a tooth extraction has limited reparative ability and usually involves changes in alveolar bone dimensions due to bone resorption. The hydroxyapatite (HAp) of snakehead fish scales is one of the bone graft materials that has osteoinductive and osteoconductive properties for osteoblast cells, so it can be used as the preservation of pos…
Background: School-age children are a group that is vulnerable to cases of dental and oral health problems. This is caused by a lack of knowledge about how to maintain dental and oral hygiene. This knowledge can be obtained from educational media tools. "Daily Book Challenge" is an educational media that contains knowledge in maintaining dental and oral hygiene that is packaged in an attractive…
Latar Belakang: Stomatitis aftosa rekuren (SAR) adalah salah satu penyakit mukosa mulut yang paling banyak terjadi. Tatalaksana yang sering diberikan yaitu terapi topikal berupa kortikosteroid topikal yang dapat menyebabkan hipertrikosis dan dispigmentasi. Obat berbahan dasar herbal dapat menjadi alternatif solusi yang perlu dipertimbangkan seperti tanaman jahe merah (Zingiber Officinalle Var. …
Caffeine is commonly consumed to enhance alertness, combat drowsiness, reduce fatigue, and improve physical performance, such as increasing stamina and energy. Excessive consumption, however, may disrupt hormonal balance and sleep patterns, potentially affecting the menstrual cycle in women. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between coffee consumption and the menstrual cycle amon…
The global increase in life expectancy, including in Indonesia, has led to a growing elderly population, often accompanied by cognitive decline. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a modified Brain Gym intervention in improving cognitive function among elderly residents of nursing homes. The study utilized a non-randomized experimental design with a pretest-posttest and control gro…
Malnutrition during pregnancy may affect the future health of both mother and child. Malnutrition occurs when the body has an excess or deficiency of nutrients. Diet is a factor that can be modified to achieve optimal pregnancy weight gain. This study aims to determine the association between maternal diet quality index and gestational weight gain. This study has an observational analytic desig…
Background: Diabetic ulcers are a serious complication of diabetes that commonly occur, especially in patients with poor glycemic control, neuropathy, and vascular disease. The Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) is a non-invasive method used to assess the severity of ulcers. This study aims to analyze the relationship between ABI and the severity of diabetic ulcers in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients …
Obesity in Indonesia has experienced a very significant increase over the past decade (10 years), especially in Palembang City. This rise can be influenced by several factors, one being behavioral factors. Poor eating habits and low physical activity contribute to the rising incidence of obesity in Palembang City. The purpose of this research is to analyze the significance of the relationship b…
Hipertensi adalah keadaan seseorang yang mengalami kenaikan tekanan darah diatas normal yaitu sistolik dan diastolik diatas 140/90 mmHg. Dalam proses terapinya, JNC8, AHA/ACC dan ESC menerbitkan pedoman terapi hipertensi dan merekomendasikan terapi lini pertama antara lain golongan ACEI, CCB, ARB dan obat diuretik golongan thiazid. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat penggunaan obat menurut …
Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or functional impairments that result in abnormalities of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cartilage, and spinal discs, leading to complaints of musculoskeletal pain. The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 data shows around 1.71 billion people of all ages experience musculoskeletal pain complaints throughout their lives. Ergonomic factors that cause …
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a common digestive disorder that affects quality of life, including sleep quality. GERD symptoms, especially those occurring at night, can lead to significant sleep disturbances, such as insomnia, frequent nighttime awakenings, and poor sleep quality. This condition can negatively impact daily life, particularly for students who bear a heavy academic wo…
Background:Candy is a high-calorie food product, typically made with added sucrose, and if consumed excessively, it can lead to a decrease in saliva pH. A decrease in saliva pH causes the oral cavity to become acidic, facilitating the growth of bacteria, which in turn triggers cavities. To prevent a decrease in saliva pH, gambir extract is added to the candy. Gambir (Uncaria gambir Roxb.) is a …
This study identified contamination of Soil Transmitted Helminths (STH) eggs in cabbage purchased at Kebon Semai Traditional Market in Palembang City. STH spreads through the soil and can cause various health problems. Cabbage, which is often consumed raw, is very susceptible to STH egg contamination. This study used a descriptive observational cross-sectional design. Thirty cabbage samples wer…
Hypertension, a growing global health issue, poses significant risks for severe complications such as cardiovascular and renal diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported an increase in cases from 650 million in 1990 to 1.3 billion in 2019. In Indonesia, the prevalence is 34.1% (Riskesdas 2018), influenced by factors such as age, obesity, lifestyle, and genetics. Managing hypertensio…
Background: The main challenge after orthodontic treatment was preventing relapse, which referred to the tendency of teeth to return to their original position after fixed orthodontic treatment. Although retainers were used to maintain treatment results, previous studies showed that the relapse rate still exceeded 19%, indicating that the appropriate selection of retainer type was crucial to ma…
Background: Periodontal disease is one of the dental and oral health problems with a fairly high percentage in Indonesia. One of the microorganisms that plays a role in periodontal disease is the bacterium A. actinomycetemcomitans. Catfish (Pangasius sp) as the most cultivated in South Sumatra is reported to have amino acid content that has the potential to be antibacterial. Objective: To deter…
Background: Enamel is the outer layer and hardest tissue covering the crown of the tooth. Tooth enamel consist of 96% inorganic and 4% organic components. The missing component is called demineralization. Demineralization can be fixed by remineralization process. Remineralization can be enhanced by adding herbal ingredients such as gambir toothpaste as an alternative. Objective: This study aims…
Dental health is an essential component of overall health that affects individual well-being and productivity. The 2023 Indonesian Health Survey reported a high prevalence of oral and dental problems and a low utilisation of dental health services. PT X, a state-owned enterprises in Palembang, provides additional health insurance for its employees and their families through PT Y. This study aim…
Latar Belakang: Pengetahuan kesehatan gigi dan mulut merupakan pemahaman tentang cara merawat dan mencegah kondisi mulut terbebas dari penyakit. Pengetahuan kesehatan gigi dan mulut sangat penting diketahui pada semua kalangan usia, terutama pada usia remaja. Dalam perkembangannya, remaja sering mengalami masalah kesehatan gigi dan mulut yang tidak hanya dipengaruhi dari sisa makanan, plak dan …
Background: Caries is the most common oral health problem that occurs on children. Calcium deficiency due to demineralization of the enamel could be anticipated with application of remineralization materials. One of the natural alternatives to support remineralization process is quail eggshells (Coturnix coturnix) containing high calcium carbonate as hydroxyapatite precursor. Objective: To know…
Dyspepsia is a condition of discomfort and pain in the solar plexus or upper abdomen. It is caused by dietary and environmental factors, such as gastric acid secretion, gastric motor function, gastric visceral perception, psychology, and Helicobacter pylori infection. In the process of therapy, antacids remain the choice for the treatment of GERD and dyspepsia due to their ability to relieve sy…
Indonesia is in second place with the highest number of tuberculosis cases in the world. Tuberculosis is a diseases caused by the bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Health services provided to support the treatment of tuberculosis based on their quality. Services quality of polyclinic tuberculosis can be assessed with seven dimensions of service quality which is effective, safe, people…
Background: Candida albicans is a normal flora that can become a pathogenic organism causing oral candidiasis. Mangrove crab (Scylla serrata) shells can be utilized as a raw material for chitosan production. Chitosan has potential as a natural antifungal agent effective in inhibiting fungal growth. Objective: This study aimed to determine the antifungal effectiveness of chitosan derived from ma…