MU DENT faculty of dentistry

Department of Oral Microbiology

History

Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University was established in 1970 by Associate Professor Woraluck Prachayabrued, the first Chairwoman of the department. All members of the department since then have devoted full-strength efforts to improve and advance their responsibilities assigned to reach the philosophy of the Faculty that’s corresponding to the University one. These responsibilities including academic curricula for undergraduates and postgraduates, as well as the professional services in laboratory and fields are currently conducted by seven academic staff with high qualification along with two scientific and one administrative assisting personnel.

Philosophy

As a working compartment of the Faculty, the department’s philosophy is to produce professional dentists with many desirable characteristics of leader in terms of microbiological and immunological knowledge, newly or locally invented or developed know-how practicable equally for treatment and good oral hygiene promotion in our community and the most import one of high morality; dedication; life long learning effort.

Vision

Becoming a national and international prominent dental academic department in microbiology, immunology and research community

Mission

The Department of Oral Microbiology is committed to academic excellence and the attainment of national and international recognition for the quality of its educational, research, and service activities in Oral Microbiology and Immunology, as well as related fields.

Objectives

To reach the goal as an Academic Excellence institute of the Faculty, the Department strategic plans have been accomplished and described hereby:

• Provide instruction in Microbiology and Immunology with the highest quality for the educating and training of dental students at undergraduate, and postgraduate levels. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental principles and the essential knowledge necessary for life-long learning.

• Advance biomedical knowledge through active contribution to high quality research and other scholarly activities, particularly in Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Oral Biology and other areas dental sciences.

• Provide high quality service on laboratory diagnosis of oral infections and microbiological testing for dental material within the Faculty and external institutions.

Goals

1. Provide a high standard of academic curricula and training programs in Microbiology and Immunology in order to produce dental students with recognizable quality at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels.

2. Pursue and discover advanced biomedical knowledge through high quality research and other scholarly activities, particularly in Oral Microbiology and Immunology, and other areas of dental sciences.

3. Provide accurate and efficient laboratory diagnosis of oral infections and microbiological testing for dental materials within the faculty and external institutions.

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Head of Department

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Associate Professor Dr. Jinthana Lapirattanakul

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Deputy Head of Department

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Associate Professor Dr. Ponpen Tantivitayakul

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Associate Professor Dr. Suwan Choonharuangdej

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Professor Dr. Sroisiri Thaweboon

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Assistant Professor Dr. Matsayapan Pudla

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Assistant Lecturer Poramed On-soi

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Lect. Dr. Anunya Opasawatchai

Full-time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

.Assistant Professor Dr. Sirirak Supa-amornkul

Part time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Assistant Professor Kalaya Tandhachoon

Part time faculty staff: Oral Microbiology

Associate Professor Dr. Booyanit Thaweboon

Sciencetist (Senior Professional Level)

Arthit Kaophimai

Sciencetist

Orada Tosrisawatkasem

General Administrative Officer

Usanee Jaroensub

Clerk

Wasan Jewsakulwong

Graduate Courses

DTMI 221 : Fundamentals of Microbiology and Immunology
Basic information on classification and characteristics of microorganisms, i.e., bacteria, viruses, fungi, Rickettsiae Chlamydiae, Mycoplasmas, L-form bacteria, protozoa, and helminths, growth and physiology of bacteria, antimicrobial agents including physical and chemical agents, and antibiotics. Microorganisms essential and beneficial to the life of human. Basic principles of immunology, innate immunity, humoral- and cell-mediated immune responses, antigen-antibody interactions, complement, hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, transplantation, clinical application of immunology.

DTMI 311 : Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
A general course on infectious diseases and immunity, description of basic information of host-pathogen interactions, medically important pathogens including bacteria, viruses, fungi, Rickettsiae, Chlamydiae, Mycoplasmas, L-form bacteria, protozoa, and helminths, infectious diseases involving respiratory tract, gastro-intestinal tract, cardiovascular system, and genito-urinary tract by focusing on transmission, pathogenesis, progression diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

DTMI 321 : Oral Biology II (Oral Microbiology and Immunology)
Basic principles of oral infections and defense mechanisms of the mouth, oral ecology and oral microflora, dental plaque formation, anaerobic infections, oral candidosis, viral infections relavant to dentistry, i.e., herpes, hepatitis, and AIDS, systemic disease manifestations of oral bacteria, microbiology and immunology of dental caries, periodontal disease, pulp and periapical infections, laboratory techniques used in identification of oral pathogens.

DTMI 221 : Fundamental of Medical Microbiology for Dental Students
Classification and basic characteristics of microorganisms eg, bacteria, viruses, fungi, rickettsiae, chlamydiae, mycoplasma, L-form bacteria, protozoa and helminths, microbial growth and physiology studying pathogenic microorganisms of medical importance focusing on pathogenesis of generalized and systemic infectious diseases.

DTMI 311 : Essential Immunology in Dentistry
Body defense mechanisms and reactions against foreign bodies, humoral immunity, cell-mediated immunity, mucosal immunity, antigen-antibody reactions, hypersensitivity reactions, autoimmunity, tissue and organ transplantation, clinical applications of immunology.

DTMI 312 : Oral Microbiology and Immunology
Oral microflora and ecology, dental plaque formation and its pathogenesis roles, occupation related infections, oral and systemic infections caused by oral microflora, immunity and defense mechanisms against oral infections, infection control in dentistry, molecular biological techniques in oral microbiology and immunology

Post- Graduate Courses

DTMI 610: Microbiological Methods in Dentistry
Laboratoryexercises and experiments concerning methods used in Oral Microbiology and Immunology research; Detection and identification of oral bacteria by cultivation, i.e., cariogenic bacteria, periodontal pathogens, Candida, caries activity test, detection and identification of oral bacteria by non-culturing methods, i.e., DNA probe analysis, Polymerase Chain Reaction, Immunological assays, i.e., immunofluorecence, flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blotting, latex agglutination, serological assays, cell and tissue culture technique

DTMI 611: Advanced Oral Microbiology and Immunology
The ecologic study of oral microflora and responding mechanism of the body, plaque development and its role in oral diseases, microorganisms responsible for dental caries and periodontal disease, and other important dental infections, microbiological methods for diagnosis of oral infections, advanced research developed in area of Oral Microbiology and Immunology.

Research activity

In addition to having a major role in the education of dental students, faculty of the department is one of the most active basic science departments at the Faculty of Dentistry in terms of research activity. The Department has a strong interest in dental research and the efforts are potentiated by research interactions with both preclinical departments and many clinical departments and subspecialties. This affords let students not only have excellence in academic preparation but also have diverse research opportunities. To support research activity, well equipped laboratories have been set up at the department and research unit. Such research facilities as high-resolution scanning electron microscopy; fluorescence microscopy; immunocytochemistry; electrophoresis; Polymerase Chain Reaction; an anaerobic culture system; high-speed ultracentrifuges, lyophilizers, spectrophotometers, a high-performance liquid chromatography system as well as Cell and tissue culture laboratory is available.

Research Interests

• Caries research focusing on risk factors and prevention program in children
• Immunopathogenesis of periodontal diseases
• Development of products, i.e., herb-containing products, used as adjunct methods for prevention and treatment of oral infections
• Diagnostic methods, i.e., Oral hygiene screening test kit, Application of ELISA technique for determining salivary IgA
• Pulp Biology, focusing on Metal Toxicity

Publications (1999-2011)

• Amornchat C, Junyaprasert V, Tandhachoon K, Nakee S, Muadcheingka T. The antibacterial properties of a herbal toothpast : an in vitro and in vivo study. J Hlth Sci. 1999; 8: 202-209.

• Chidchungchai W, Kuphasuk Y, Tanakun S, Thaweboon S. Reduction of Streptococcus mutans in high caries-risk children by chlorhexidine varnish. J Dent Assoc Thai 1999; 49 : 86-97.

• Chitchumnong P, Kraivaphan P, Triratana T, Amornchat C, Junyaprasert V. Effect of a herbal sodium bicarbonate dentifrice on plaque and gingivitis : A six month clinical study. Mahidol J 1999; 19: 42-48.

• Reynolds DN, Keeling KL, Molestina R, Srisatjaluk R, Ehringer W, Justus DE, Kotwal GJ. Heparin binding activity of vaccinia virus protein confers additional properties of uptake by mast cells and attachment to endothelial cells. In :Jameel S. and Villarreal L. (eds.) Advances in animal virology. Oxford and IBN Publishing, New Delhi, India 1999; 339-342.

• Srisatjaluk R, Doyle RJ, Justus DE. Outer membrane vesicles of Porphyromonas gingivalis inhibit IFN-g-mediated MHC class II expression by human vascular endothelial cells. Microb Pathog. 1999; 27:81-91.

• Chuckpaiwong S, Boonyasinha K, Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S, Yudtasarnprasit S. Study of microbiological risk factor of dental caries of children in rural remote area. Mahidol Dent J 2000 ; 20 : 105-115.

• Chuckpaiwong S, Boonyasinha K, Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S, Yudtasarnprasit S. Study distribution of mutans Streptococci and lactobacilli in children in rural remote area. Mahidol Dent J 2000 ; 20: 123-132 .

• Chuckpaiwong S, Thaweboon S, Chunhabundit P, Thaweboon B, Suppukpatana P. Effect of low level laser irradiation on human gingival and pulpal fibroblasts. Mahidol J 2000; 7 : 97-100.

• Chuckpaiwong S, Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S, Rukprasitkul S. Sporicidal efficacy of peracetic acid and glutaraldehyde. Mahidol Dent J 2000 ; 20: 89-94.

• Smith SA, Mullin NP, Parkinson J, Shchelkunov SN, Totmenin AV, Loparev VN, Srisatjaluk R, Reynolds DN, Keeling KL, Justus DE, Barlow PN, Kotwal GJ. Conserved surface-exposed K/R-X-K/R Motifs and net positive charge on poxvirus complement control proteins serve as putative heparin binding sites and contribute to inhibition of molecular interactions with human endothelial cells: a novel mechanism for evasion of host defense. J. Virol. 2000; 74:5659-5666.

• Thaweboon S, Chunhabundit P, Surarit S, Swasdison S. Effect of lead on human dental pulp cells in vitro. J Dent Res 2001; 80 (Special Issue): 577.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B. Effect of Phyllanthus emblica Linn. on adherence of Candida albicans. J Dent Res 2001; 80 (Special Issue): 577.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Buajeeb W. Effect of Centella asiatica on Candida albicans and treatment of oral candidosis. Mahidol Dent J 2001; 21 : 53-60.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Buajeeb W. Effect of plant extracts on the adherence of Candida albicans to buccal epithelial cells. Mahidol Dent J 2001; 21: 61-69.

• Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S, Suppakpatana P. Cytotoxicity of oral bacteria on human pulpal fibroblast
culture. J Dent Res 2001; 80 (Special Issue): 577.

• Timpawat S, Amornchat C, Trisuwan W. Bacterial coronal leakage after obturation with three root canal sealers. J Endodon 2001; 27: 36-39.

• Srisatjaluk R, Kotwal GJ, Hunt LA, Doyle RJ, Justus DE. Modulation of gamma interferon-induced MHC class II gene expression by Porphyromonas gingivalis membrane vesicles. Infect Immun. 2002, 70:1185-1192.

• Thaweboon S, Chunhabundit P, Sararit R, Swasdison S. Effect of lead on the proliferation, protein production and osteocalcin secretion in human dental pulp cells in vitro. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2002; 33: 654-666.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Suppukpatana P. Effect of dental unit ozonator on microbial reduction and colonization. Mahidol Dent J 2002; 22.

• Amornchat C, Rassameemasmaung S, Sripairojthikoon V, Swasdison S. Invasion of Porphyromonas gingivalis into human gingival fibroblasts in vitro. J Int Acad Periodont 2003; 54:98-105.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Chunhabundit P, Suppukpatana P. Effect of fluoride on human dental pulp cells in vitro. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public
Health 2003; 34:915-8.

• Amornchat C, Kraivaphun P, Triratana T. Investigation of a Triclosan/Copolymer dentrifice on plaque viability and Triclosan retention in dental plaque in Thai population. Mahidol Dent J 2004; 24:103-12.

• Choonharuangdej S. CHROMagar Candida: A simply effective differential medium for Candida albicans. Mahidol Dent J. 2004; 24:65-72.

• Choonharuangdej S, Amornchat C, Tandhachoon K. Salivary immunoglobulin A (IgA) quantitation by ELISA. Mahidol Dent J. 2004; 24:57-64.

• Tantivanich S., Laohaphand P, Thaweboon S, et al. Prevalence of cytomegalovirus, human herpesvirus-6 and Epstein-Barr virus in periodontitis patients and healthy subjects in the Thai population. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2004: 35:635-638.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B. Effect of xylitol chewing gum on mutans streptococci and lactobacilli in saliva and dental plaque. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2004;35: 1024-7.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Nakornchai S, Soo-Ampon S, Chuckpaiwong S. Mutans streptococci transmission from mothers or caretakers to their children in rural remote area of Thailand. Mahidol Dent J 2004; 24:139-145.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Soo-ampon S, Chuckpaiwong S. Salivary mutans streptococci and lactobacilli of children in different communities in rural remote area of Thailand. Mahidol Dent J 2004; 24:51-6. (Thai)

• Chailertvanit P, Thaweboon S, Sooksuntisakoonchai N, Ekphisutsunthorn S. In vitro cytotoxicity test of four root canal sealers to human pulpal cells. J Dent Assoc Thai 2005; 55: 178-85.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Choonharuangdej S, Chunhabandit P, Suppakpatana P. Induction of type I collagen and osteocalcin in human dental pulp cells by retinoic acid. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2005: 1066-1069.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B. Soo-Ampon S., Soo-Ampon M. Salivary mutans streptococci and lactobacilli after self arresting caries treatment. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2005: 756-768

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Soo-Ampon S, Soo-Ampon M. Salivary mutans streptococci after self arresting caries treatment. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2005; 35: 1022-5.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Veerapradist W. Lead in saliva and its relationship to blood in the residents of Klity village. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2005; 36: 1576-8.

• Amornchat C, Kraivaphan P, Dhanabhumi C, Tandhachoon K, Trirattana T, Choonharuangdej S. Effect of Cha-em Thai mouthwash on salivary levels of mutans streptococci and tolal IgA. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2006;3:528-531.

• Kraivaphan P, Amornchat C, Triratana T, Leethochawalit Clinical effect of a triclosan containing dentifrice on gingivitis during pregnancy and post-partum. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2006;4:1-5.

• Nakornchai S, Thaweboon S. Factors related to early childhood caries. Thai J Dent Public Health 2006; 11: 15-24.

• Palananthana M, Pachimsawat P, Thaweboon S. Microbial finding of reused laminated film pouches stored in closed cabinet for 4 months. Mahidol Dent J 2006; 26: 179-86.

• Suddhasthira T, Thaweboon S, Dendoung N, Thaweboon B, Dechkunakorn S. Antimicrobial activity of Cratoxylum formosum on Streptococcus mutans. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2006; 37: 823-7.

• Thanakun S, Thaweboon S, Okuma N. The prevalence and intra-oral distribution of Candida albicansinfection in patients with oral lichen planus. Mahidol Dent J 2006; 26: 197-205.

• Thaweboon S, Nakornchai S. Control of cariogenic bacteria. Thai J Dent Public Health 2006; 11: 25-30.

• Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S, Choonharuangdej S, Suppakpatana P. Effects of sonicated Prevotella intermedia, Fusobacterium necleatum and Lactobacillus casei extracts on interleukin-8 production by human dental pulp cells. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2006; 37: 523-7.

• Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S, Sopavanit C, Kasetsuwan R. A modified Dip-slide test for microbiological risk in caries assessment. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2006; 37: 400-4.

• Visuttiwattanakorn S, Srithavaj T, Thaweboon S. Evaluation of microflora around extraoral per-implant percutaneous tissues in a group of Thai patients. Mahidol Dent J 2006; 26: 281-8.

• Nakano K, Lapirattanakul J, Nomura R, Nemoto H, Alaluusua S, Gronroos L, Vaara M, Hamada S, Ooshima T, Nakagawa I. Streptococcus mutans clonal variation revealed by multilocus sequence typing. J Clin Microbiol 2007;45:2616-2625.

• Thaweboon S, Suddhasthira T, Thaweboon B, Soo-Ampon S, Dechkunakorn S. Plaque pH response to snack foods in children with different levels of mutans streptococci. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2007; 38:598-603.

• Lapirattanakul J, Nakano K, Nomura R, Hamada S, Nakagawa I, Ooshima T. Demonstration of mother-to-child transmission of Streptococcus mutans using multilocus sequence typing.Caries Res 2008;42:466-74.

• Nakano K, Nomura R, Nemoto H, Lapirattanakul J, Taniguchi N, Gronroos L, Alaluusua S, Ooshima T. Protein antigen in serotype k Streptococcus mutans clinical isolates.J Dent Res2008;87:964-8.

• Thaweboon S, Srithavaj T, Thaweboon B, Choonharuangdej S. Oral colonization of Candida species in patients receiving radiotherapy in head and neck area. Quintessence Int J 2008; 39:52-6.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B, Nakornchai S, Jitmaitree S. Salivary secretory IgA, pH, flow rates, mutans streptococci and Candida in children with rampant caries. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2008; 39:893-9.

• Lapirattanakul J , Nakano K, Nomura R, Nemoto H, Kojima A, Senawongse P, et al. Detection of serotype k Streptococcus mutans in Thai subjects. Oral Microbiol Immunol. 2009;24:431-3.

• Lapirattanakul J . Serotypes of Streptococcus mutans. J Dent Assoc Thai 2009;59:222-32.

• Nomura R, Nakano K, Taniguchi N, Lapirattanakul J, Nemoto H, Gr?nroos L, et al. Molecular and clinical analyses of the gene encoding the collagen-binding adhesin of Streptococcus mutans. J Med Microbiol. 2009 58:469-75.

• Thaweboon S, Nakornchai S, Miyake Y, Yanagisawa T, Thaweboon B, Soo-Ampon S, Lexomboon D. Remineralization of enamel subsurface lesions by xylitol chewing gum containing funoran and calcium hydrogenphosphate. Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2009;40:345-53.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B.In vitro antimicrobial activity of Ocimum americanum L. essential oil against oral microorganisms.Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health 2009;40:1025-33.

• Nakano K, Nomura R, Taniguchi N, Lapirattanakul J, Kojima A, Naka S, et al. Molecular characterization of Streptococcus mutans strains containing the cnm gene encoding a collagen-binding adhesion. Arch Oral Biol. 2010;55:34-9.

• Suwatanapongched P, Surarit R, Srisatjaluk R, Offenbacher S. Translocation of Porphyromonas gingivalis infected monocytes and associated cellular responses. Asian Pac J allergy Immunol 2010; 28:192-9.

• Thaweboon B, Laohapand P, Amornchat C, Matsuyama J, Sato T, Nunez PP, Uematsu H, Hoshino E. Host beta-globin gene fragments in crevicular fluid as a biomarker in periodontal health and disease. J Periodontal Res. 2010; 45: 38-44.

• Thaweboon S, Poomsawat S, Thaweboon B. Effect of lead on IL-8 production and cell proliferation in human oral keratinocytes. APJTM 2010; 3: 475-8.

• Thaweboon S, Thaweboon B. Inhibition of Candida adhesion to denture acrylic by Boesenbergia pandurata. APJTM 2010; 3: 272-5.

• Yuyuen S, Srisatjaluk R. Antibacterial efficiency of 3Mix and modified 3Mix against oral pathogens.Mahidol Dent J 2010; 30:91-102.

• Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S. Effect of Phyllanthus emblica Linn. On candida adhesion to oral epithelium and denture acrylic. APJTM 2011: 41-45.

Research Publications (ผลงานตีพิมพ์ระดับนานาชาติ)

1.Thaweboon S*, Thaweboon B, Sopavanit C. Candidal Adhesion to an Oral Obturator PMMA Resin Incorporated with Vanillin. Key Engineering Materials. 2023;942: 71-76.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

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2.Kaewbuadee K*, Paiboonsisijit K*, Nutchanart N*, Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S*.
The Antimicrobial Potential of Vanillin-Incorporated Irreversible Hydrocolloid Impression Material. Key Engineering Materials. 2023;942: 77-82.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

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3.Angkuratipakorn T, Limwichean S, Horprathum M, Tantivitayakul P*, Lapirattanakul J*, Patthanasettakul V, Sitthiseripratip K, Yodmongkol S. Tailored Zn content in reactive gas-timing sputtered ZnO nanostructure thin film deposited on Ti implant for enhanced antimicrobial activity. Ceramics International. 2023;49: 19102-19108.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2022): Q1

JCR (2022): Q1 Impact Factor (2022): 5.532

4.Kaypetch R*, Anuwongnukroh N**, Dechkunakorn S**, Wichai W*, Tua-ngam P*, Tantivitayakul P***, Shrestha B****. Novel vinegar solution for denture-cleansing agent. Journal of oral science. 2023;65: 117-120.

Department: * Research office / ** Orthodontics / *** Oral Microbiology / **** Prosthodontics

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2022): Q3

JCR (2022): Q4 Impact Factor (2022): 1.630

5.Wimolsantirungsri K*, Asvanund Y*, Mitrakul K*, Srisatjaluk RL**. EFFECT OF BOVINE AND PLANT-BASED MILKS ON STREPTOCOCCUS MUTANS BIOFILM FORMATION, BIOFILM PH LEVEL AND ENAMEL DEMINERALIZATION IN HUMAN PRIMARY TEETH. The Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health. 2023;54: 71-86.

Department: * Pediatric Dentistry / ** Oral Microbiology

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JCR (2022): Q4 Impact Factor (2022): 0.209

6.Arora JK, Opasawatchai A*, Teichmann S, Matangkasombut P, Charoensawan V. Computational workflow for investigating highly variable genes in single-cell RNA-seq across multiple time points and cell types. STAR Protocols. 2023;4: Article number 102387.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

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7.Khlongwanitchakul K*, Anuwongnukroh N*, Dechkunakorn S*, Naruphontjirakul P, Wichai W**, Srisatjaluk RL***. Antibacterial Effect of Experimental Orthodontic Elastomeric Ligature Coated with Zinc Oxide Particles. Journal of Biomimetics, Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering. 2023;61: 43-50.

Department: * Orthodontics / ** Research office / *** Oral Microbiology

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JCR (2022): Q4 Impact Factor (2022): 0.7

8.Kaypetch R*, Rudrakanjana P*, Tua-ngam P*, Tosrisawatkasem O**, Thairat S*, Tonput P*, Tantivitayakul P**. Effects of two novel denture cleansers on multispecies microbial biofilms, stain removal and the denture surface: an in vitro study. BMC Oral Health. 2023;23: Article number 852.

Department: * Research Office / ** Oral Microbiology

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JCR (2022): Q2 Impact Factor (2022): 2.9

9.Ekchariyawat P, Saengfak R, Sanongkiet S, Charoenwongpaiboon T, Khongpraphan S, Mala S*, Luangjindara C, Munyoo B, Chabang N, Charoensutthivarakul S, Borwornpinyo S, Tuchinda P, Ponpuak M, Pudla M**, Utaisincharoen P. ECDD-S16 targets vacuolar ATPase: A potential inhibitor compound for pyroptosisinduced inflammation. PLoS ONE. 2023;18: Article number e0292340.

Department: * Research Office / ** Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2022): Q1

JCR (2022): Q2 Impact Factor (2022): 3.7

10.Poolkerd P, Nagaviroj N*, Srisatjaluk RL**, Eiampongpaiboon T*. Anti-microbial effect of Piper betle crude extract and essential oil incorporated into short-term soft lining material. Journal of Stomatology. 2023;76: 226-234.

Department: * Prosthodontics / ** Oral Microbiology

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1. Komalsingsakul A*, Srisatjaluk R.L**, Senawongse P*. Effect of brushing on surface roughness, fluoride release, and biofilm formation with different tooth-colored materials. Journal of Dental Sciences. 2022;17: 389-398.

Department: * Operative Dentistry and Endodontics / ** Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2020): Q3

JCR (2020): Q3 Impact Factor (2020): 2.08

2. Thaweboon S*, Thaweboon B. Inhibitory Potential of Artificial Saliva Containing Vanillin against Biofilm Formation of Candida. Key Engineering Materials. 2022;907: 91-96.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

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3. Arora JK, Opasawatchai A*, Poonpanichakul T, Jiravejchakul N, Sungnak W, Sakuntabhai A, Singhasivanon P, Suraamornkul S, Yingtaweesak T, Manopwisedjaroen K, Pitabut N, Matangkasombut O, Teichmann SA, Matangkasombut P, Charoensawan V. Single-cell temporal analysis of natural dengue infection reveals skin-homing lymphocyte expansion one day before defervescence. iScience. 2022;25: Article number 104034.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2020): Q1

JCR (2020): Q1 Impact Factor (2020): 5.458

4. Kaypetch R*, Rudrakanjana P*, Churnjitapirom P*, Tua-ngam P*, Tonput P*, Tantivitayakul P**. Geraniol and thymoquinone inhibit Candida spp. biofilm formation on acrylic denture resin without affecting surface roughness or color. Journal of Oral Science. 2022;64: 161-166.

Department: * Research Office / ** Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2020): Q2

JCR (2020): Q4 Impact Factor (2020): 1.556

5. Chanthavong V*, Shrestha B*, Thairat S**, Srithavaj T*, Thaweboon S***. Biological properties and active components of Ocimum. Asia-Pacific Journal of Science and Technology. 2022;27: Article number APST-27-03-07.

Department: * Prosthodontics / ** Research Office / *** Oral Microbiology

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6. Thaweboon S*, Thaweboon B, Sopavanit C. Denture Base PMMA Resin Containing Vanillin Inhibits Biofilm Formation of Bacteria Associated with Malodor. Materials Science Forum. 2022;1060: 9-14.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus SJR (2021): Q3

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7. Thaweboon S*, Thaweboon B, Sopavanit C. Development of Orthodontic Resin with Antibacterial Property against Biofilm of Respiratory Pathogens. Materials Science Forum. 2022;1060: 21-26.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

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8. Iamthanaporn N, Srisatjaluk R*, Mitrakul K**. Comparison of Streptococcus Mutans and Streptococcus Sobrinus levels and dental health before and for 1 year after comprehensive dental treatment under general anesthesia among children with severe dental caries. Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health. 2022;53: 303-321.

Department: * Oral Microbiology / ** Pediatric Dentistry

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2021): Q4

JCR (2021): Q4 Impact Factor (2021): 0.209

9. Songsang N*, Anunmana C*, Pudla M**, Eiampongpaiboon T*. Effects of Litsea cubeba Essential Oil Incorporated into Denture Soft Lining Materials. Polymers. 2022;14: Article number 3261.

Department: * Prosthodontics / ** Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2021): Q1

JCR (2021): Q1 Impact Factor (2021): 4.967

10. Sethasathien P, Tantivitayakul P*, Teparat-Burana T**. The effect of Er,Cr:YSGG laser on periodontopathic bacteria elimination: an in vitro study. Lasers in Medical Science. 2022;37: 2763-2771.

Department: * Oral Microbiology / ** Oral Medicine and Periodontology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2021): Q2

JCR (2021): Q3 Impact Factor (2021): 2.557

11. Pudla M*, Sanongkiet S, Ekchariyawat P, Luangjindarat C, Ponpuak M, Utaisincharoen P. TLR9 Negatively Regulates Intracellular Bacterial Killing by Pyroptosis in Burkholderia pseudomallei-Infected Mouse Macrophage Cell Line (Raw264.7). Microbiology Spectrum. 2022;10: e0348822.

Department: * Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2021): Q1

JCR (2021): Q1 Impact Factor (2021): 9.043

12. Choonharuangdej S*, Srithavaj T**, Chantanawilas P. Lemongrass-Incorporated Tissue Conditioner with Adjustable Inhibitory Effect Against Candida albicans: An In Vitro Study. International journal of prosthodontics. 2022;35: 338-342.

Department: * Oral Microbiology / ** Prosthodontics

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2021): Q2

JCR (2021): Q4 Impact Factor (2021): 1.785

13. Chanthaboury M*, Choonharuangdej S**, Shrestha B*, Srithavaj T*. Antimicrobial Properties of Ocimum Species: An In Vitro Study. Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry. 2022;12: 596-602.

Department: * Prosthodontics / ** Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus / WOS SJR (2021): Q3

JCR (2021): – Impact Factor (2021): –

1.Poonpanichakul T, Chan-In W, Opasawatchai A, Loison F, Matangkasombut O, Charoensawan V, Matangkasombut P. Innate Lymphoid Cells Activation and Transcriptomic Changes in Response to Human Dengue Infection. Frontiers in Immunology. 2021;12: Article Number: 599805.

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2020): Q1

JCR (2020): Q1 Impact Factor (2020): 7.561

2. Choonharuangdej S, Srithavaj T, Thummawanit S. Fungicidal and inhibitory efficacy of cinnamon and lemongrass essential oils on Candida albicans biofilm established on acrylic resin: An in vitro study. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 2021;125: 707.e1-e6.

Department: Oral Microbiology / Prosthodontics

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2020): Q1

JCR (2020): Q2 Impact Factor (2020): 3.426

3. Khanijou M, Zhang R, Boonsiriseth K, Srisatjaluk R L, Suphangul S, Pairuchvej V, Wongsirichat N, Seriwatanachai D. Physicochemical and osteogenic properties of chairside processed tooth derived bone substitute and bone graft materials. Dental Materials Journal. 2021;40:173-83.

Department: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery / Oral Biology / Oral Microbiology / Advanced General Dentistry

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2020): Q2

JCR (2020): Q3 Impact Factor (2020): 2.102

4. Wanitwisutchai T, Monmaturapoj N, Srisatjaluk R, Subannajui K, Dechkunakorn S, Anuwongnukroh N, Pongprueksa P. Buffering capacity and antibacterial properties among bioactive glass-containing orthodontic adhesives. Dental Materials Journal. 2021;40:1169-76.

Department: Orthodontics / Oral Microbiology / Operative Dentistry and Endodontics

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2020): Q2

JCR (2020): Q3 Impact Factor (2020): 2.102

5. Mat-Rani S, Chotprasert N, Srimaneekarn N, Choonharuangdej S. Fungicidal effect of lemongrass essential oil on Candida albicans biofilm pre-established on maxillofacial silicone specimens. Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry. 2021;11:525-30.

Department: Prosthodontics / Anatomy / Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2020): Q2

JCR (2020): Q3 Impact Factor (2020): –

6. Redor M L S, Zhang R, Wongsirichat N, Srisatjaluk R L, Chaiyasamut T, Seriwatanachai D. Physicochemical properties of torus mandibularis and palatinus indicate a source of autogenous bone graft. Open Dentistry Journal. 2021;15:357-65.

Department: Oral Microbiology / Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery / Oral Biology

Source: Scopus/WOS SJR (2020): Q3

JCR (2020): Q3 Impact Factor (2020): –

7. Nagsuwanchart P, Nakornchai S, Thaweboon S, Surarit R. Mogroside, palatinose, erythritol, and xylitol differentially affect dental plaque pH in caries-active and caries-free children: An in vitro study. Pediatric Dental Journal. 2021;31:242-7.

Department: Pediatric Dentistry / Oral Microbiology / Oral Biology

Source: Scopus/WOS SJR (2020): Q3

JCR (2020): Q4 Impact Factor (2020): –

8. Poonpiriya T, Sawaengkit P, Churnjitapirom P, Thaweboon S. Water Sorption and Solubility of Vanillin-Incorporated Self-Curing Orthodontic Polymethylmethacrylate Resin. Materials Science Forum. 2021;1020:187-91.

Department: Orthodontics / Research Office / Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus SJR (2020): Q4

JCR (2020): – Impact Factor (2020): –

9. Traitanon N, Dechkunakorn S, Tantivitayakul P, Punnakitikashem P, Wichai W, Whitis P P, Anuwongnukroh N. Antibacterial Effect of Gold Nanoparticles Coated Dental Floss against Cariogenic Bacteria. Key Engineering Materials. 2021;904:293-300.

Department: Orthodontics / Oral Microbiology / Research Office

Source: Scopus SJR (2020): Q4

JCR (2020): – Impact Factor (2020): –

10. Akarajarasrod P, Dechkunakorn S, Tantivitayakul P, Punnakitikashem P, Wichai W, Whitis P P, Anuwongnukroh N. Antibacterial Effect of Experimental Orthodontic Adhesives Containing Gold Nanoparticles against Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus. Key Engineering Materials. 2021;904:301-8.

Department: Orthodontics / Oral Microbiology / Research Office

Source: Scopus SJR (2020): Q4

JCR (2020): – Impact Factor (2020): –

11. Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S. The Effect of Resin-Based Dental Sealant Containing Vanillin on Biofilm Formation of Candida albicans. Key Engineering Materials. 2021;904:277-81.

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus SJR (2020): Q4

JCR (2020): – Impact Factor (2020): –

12. Thaweboon S, Saito T, Thaweboon B. Anti-Biofilm Formation of an Adhesive Containing Calcium Salts of Acidic Monomers against Oral Candida Related to Root Caries. Key Engineering Materials. 2021;904:282-6.

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus SJR (2020): Q4

JCR (2020): – Impact Factor (2020): –

13. Thaweboon B, Thaweboon S. Formation of Cariogenic Bacterial Biofilm on Vanillin-Incorporated Resin-Based Dental Sealant. Key Engineering Materials. 2021;889:107-11.

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus SJR (2020): Q4

JCR (2020): – Impact Factor (2020): –

1. Tantivitayakul P, Ruangchai W, Juthayothin T, Smittipat N, Disratthakit A, Mahasirimongkol S, Viratyosin W, Tokunaga K, Palittapongarnpim P. Homoplastic single nucleotide polymorphisms contributed to phenotypic diversity in Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Scientific Reports. 2020;10: Article number 8024.

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2019): Q1

JCR (2019): Q1 Impact Factor (2019): 3.998

2. Srisaowakarn C, Pudla M, Ponpuak M, Utaisincharoen P. Caspase-4 Mediates Restriction of Burkholderia pseudomallei in Human Alveolar Epithelial Cells. Infection and immunity. 2020;88:e00868-19.

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2019): Q1

JCR (2019): Q2 Impact Factor (2019): 3.201

3. Lapirattanakul J, Nomura R, Okawa R, Morimoto S, Tantivitayakul P, Maudcheingka T, Nakano K, Matsumoto-Nakano M. Oral Lactobacilli Related to Caries Status of Children with Primary Dentition. Caries Research. 2020;54:194-204

Department: Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2019): Q1

JCR (2019): Q2 Impact Factor (2019): 2.186

4. Tantivitayakul P, Kaypetch R, Muadcheingka T. Thymoquinone inhibits biofilm formation and virulence properties of periodontal bacteria. Archives of Oral Biology. 2020;115:Article number 104744.

Department: Oral Microbiology / Research Office

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2019): Q1

JCR (2019): Q2 Impact Factor (2019): 1.931

5. Klumdeth J, Jantaratnotai N, Thaweboon S, Pachimsawat P. Sterility maintenance of reused disposable paper/plastic sterilization pouches in actual clinical practice. Heliyon. 2020;6: Article number e03672.

Department: Advanced General Dentistry / Oral Microbiology

Source: Scopus/ WOS SJR (2019): Q1