Publications by authors named "A Subarnbhesaj"
Diagnosing oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is invariably challenging. The disease can be detected after reaching its final stage and requires complex treatment. Changes in its salivary profile can be used as a reference to see this disorder and as a basis for diagnostic prediction.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is a common chronic inflammatory oral disease that negatively impacts the quality of life. Current therapies aim to reduce pain and healing process yet challenges such as rapid loss due to salivary flushing in topical drugs and adverse effects due to prolonged use of systemic medications require further notice. Low-level laser therapy is reported with immediate pain relief and faster healing thus preserving the potential for optimal treatment modalities.
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- Managing oral lichen planus (OLP), a painful condition, can be tough, but laser therapy is being explored as a treatment alternative to traditional corticosteroids.* -
- A case study of a 43-year-old Thai male with severe bilateral OLP showed improvement after combining photodynamic therapy (PDT) with photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT), despite previous treatments failing.* -
- The patient experienced relief from discomfort and a reduction in lesions after ten PDT sessions and five PBMT sessions, suggesting that this combined approach is effective for persistent OLP cases.*
Perceptions of Online Learning Implementation in Dental Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study of Dental School Faculty Members in Southeast Asia.
Dent J (Basel)
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study assessed Southeast Asian dental schools' faculty members' views on online learning during COVID-19 using a 43-question questionnaire.
- Participants (183 lecturers) reported a neutral effectiveness of online learning, highlighting challenges like lack of interaction but recognizing advantages such as flexibility and improved communication.
- Ultimately, faculty members expressed a positive outlook on continuing blended learning approaches in dentistry beyond the pandemic.
Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infects patients via CD4+ cells which are later be destroyed subsequently causing the deteriotation of immune system. HIV generally manifests in the oral cavity as the first indicating sign and a marker of disease progression. HAART medications are used to reduce the incidence of oral manifestations, however it can also generate adverse effects in the oral cavity including oral hyperpigmentation.
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