A Review of the Work of Dr. Jo E Frencken: The Pioneer of Atraumatic Restorative Treatment for Dental Caries.

Dr. Jo E Frencken is a stalwart in preventive dentistry and cariology. He has worked extensively in diagnosing, treating, and assessing outcomes related to dental caries.

Numerical modelling for the distribution of Cs and I in the scheldt basin after a potential nuclear accident.

Using the discontinuous Galerkin method in the SLIM modelling framework, we study the transport in the Scheldt basin and adjacent coastal area of radionuclides possibly emitted by Doel nuclear power plant in the aftermath of an accident. The contamination pathways taken into consideration are direct liquid releases into the water and deposition via the atmosphere. In past nuclear accidents, several radionuclides were released, among which, I and Cs were considered herein.

Unleashing the therapeutic role of cannabidiol in dentistry.

Cannabidiol (CBD) found in is a non-psychoactive compound which is capable of binding to CB1 and CB2 receptors. CBD has recently gained interest in dentistry although it has not been explored sufficiently yet. The therapeutic effects of CBD include anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant, biological and osteoinductive properties.

Where Is the Bullet? A Puzzling Case of an Untraceable Projectile in a Gunshot Injury.

In forensic examinations, gunshot injury cases can sometimes present unusual challenges. Typically, a gunshot injury involves an entry wound where the bullet penetrates the body and an exit wound where the bullet exits. If the bullet does not exit the body, it can often be recovered from the body cavity.

Re-exploring Dental Education During the COVID-19 Era: A Look Through the Challenges Faced, Solutions, and Their Impact on Traditional Methods.

December 2019 brought to the world one of the worst pandemic diseases to exist - COVID-19. The pandemic led to worldwide lockdowns and quarantine, affecting the entire cycle of the world. The education system was one of the severely affected systems.

Attitudes and Perceptions of Dentists and Dental Residents Practicing in the Navi Mumbai Region Toward the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: A Descriptive Survey.

Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) has been gaining considerable attention in recent years within the healthcare field. It has established a presence in various aspects of health sciences, including accurate diagnosis and precise, streamlined treatment. This study aimed to assess the attitudes of dental residents and dentists in the Navi Mumbai region toward the use of AI in dentistry.

A Rare Case of Transepiphyseal Distal Femur Fracture Dislocation With Delayed Recovery of a Common Peroneal Nerve Injury.

The aim of this study is to bring attention to a unique case and our approach to treatment in this context. We describe a case of an 11-year-old male who presented to us with an injury to his left knee following trauma with pain, swelling, shortening and deformity for one day. An X-ray revealed a transepiphyseal fracture dislocation of the left distal femur (Salter-Harris type 1 injury) and neurovascular examination was conclusive of foot drop which pointed towards injury to common peroneal nerve (CPN).

Validation of effect of composite additive on optimized combustion characteristics of CI engine using AHP and GRA method.

The primary focus of this study is the validation of composite additives with the help of additional optimization methods and the analysis of its effect on the combustion characteristics of compression ignition (CI) engines. Previous work on the identification of the correct multi additive combination by Taguchi and the TOPSIS optimization method has shown substantial improvements in the performance and emission characteristics of CI engines. The same work was extended using the GRA Optimization method with the Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) optimization technique known as the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to validate the optimization results from the previous optimization work.

Comparing the Efficacy of 5% EMLA Cream and 20% Benzocaine Gel on Gingival Tissue Surrounding Non-Carious Cervical Lesions for Reduction of Pain Following Rubber Dam Clamp Placement: A Split-Mouth Randomized Clinical Trial.

Aim The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of 5% eutectic mixture of local anesthetics (EMLA) cream and 20% benzocaine gel in reduction of pain during rubber dam clamp placement in the treatment of non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs). Methodology In this split-mouth single-blind randomized clinical trial, 50 adult participants were selected from the outpatient department. The test group was treated using 5% EMLA cream for three minutes, and visual analog scale (VAS) scores were recorded.

Hydrogen energy systems: Technologies, trends, and future prospects.

This review critically examines hydrogen energy systems, highlighting their capacity to transform the global energy framework and mitigate climate change. Hydrogen showcases a high energy density of 120 MJ/kg, providing a robust alternative to fossil fuels. Adoption at scale could decrease global CO emissions by up to 830 million tonnes annually.

Retrograde intrarenal surgery with central neuraxial blockade versus general anesthesia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: The aim of the article is to assess the impact of retrograde intrarenal surgery under central neuraxial blockade in comparison to general anesthesia (GA).

Material And Methodology: This systematic review was conducted following the guidelines set out by the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses. We conducted a comprehensive search across major electronic databases, including various types of studies such as descriptive studies and full-text literature, all of which were incorporated into the current review from 2018 to 2023.

Gender Identification by Fingerprint Pattern and Salivary Blood Group Antigen Expression: A Forensic Approach.

Introduction Fingerprints found at the crime scene are important and valuable evidence, as they are unique to every individual. Determining the blood group from the blood samples obtained at the site of the crime helps in identifying a person. However, where blood stains are not available, saliva obtained at the crime site can be used to identify the victim.

Lesions Misdiagnosed as Endodontic Pathosis: A Narrative Review.

In daily practice, clinicians come across certain radiographic abnormalities which may or may not be asymptomatic. This abstract discusses radiographic abnormalities encountered by clinicians in daily practice, some of which resemble endodontic lesions. Prompt attention is crucial as these lesions can be benign or malignant.

The Influence of Nickel-Titanium (Ni-Ti) Rotary Instrument Systems on Debris and Smear Layer Formation in Endodontic Procedures: An In Vitro Scanning Electron Microscopy Study.

Background Successful endodontic treatment relies on the effective removal of debris and the prevention of smear layer formation within the root canals. The choice of nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) rotary instrument systems can significantly impact these outcomes. Aim This study aims to evaluate and compare the debris and smear layer formation in root canals of extracted mandibular second premolar teeth following instrumentation with the ProTaper Universal (Dentsply Sirona, Charlotte, NC) (Group II), Twisted File (Kerr Endodontics, Gilbert, AZ) (Group III), and XP Endo (FKG Dentaire, La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland) (Group IV) Ni-Ti rotary instrument systems.

Quality in neonatal mortality audits: Results of pilot study from district of Dhule, Maharashtra.

Introduction: As per WHO guidelines, it is important to have quality among mortality audit documents to improve outcome in health services.

Objective: To assess quality of facility-based neonatal mortality audits implementation.

Methodology: Mixed-method descriptive analysis was conducted.

A Look Into the Cytotoxicity of Composite Fillings: Friend or Foe?

Dental resin composites are widely used restorative materials in dentistry for the treatment of carious and non-carious lesions as well as pit and fissure sealants, cavity liners, and endodontic sealers. They consist of two parts: an organic resin matrix and an inorganic/organic filler. The organic resin matrix phase is made up of multifunctional monomers and light-sensitive initiators, while the inorganic/organic filler phase is made up of micro/nano-sized fillers that primarily serve as reinforcement.

Gunshot Injury to the Face With Atypical Non-linear Bullet Trajectory: A Case Report.

The disruptive effect of firearm missiles on body tissues depends on many factors. However, it mainly relates to the bullet's physical and dynamic properties and tissue-related factors. We encountered an unusual case of a gunshot injury wherein the bullet traversed the neck with an upward and non-linear trajectory with an exit from the contralateral side of the neck without damaging any vital neck organs.

Exploring the Biological Width in Dentistry: A Comprehensive Narrative Review.

Biological width (BW) is the distance established from the junctional epithelium and connective tissue attachment to the root surface of a tooth. It acts as a natural seal protecting the tooth from infections and diseases. The normal dimension of it is 2.

Evaluation of Salivary Alkaline Phosphatase Levels in Passive Smokers of Different Age Groups.

Background The smoke inhaled by a nonsmoker from the smoldering end of a cigarette is referred to as passive smoke. The nicotine present in smoke is known to cause tissue damage and alter the enzymatic composition of the body. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is a group of intracellular hydrolytic enzymes known to partake in cellular metabolism.