Assessing the Dietary Practices and Anthropometric Outcomes of Students Consuming Mid-day Meals Versus Home-Cooked Meals.

Introduction:  Early childhood and adolescence are prime years that people spend in school. These formative years give the school ample opportunities to impart certain aspects of lifestyle and healthcare to the student, in addition to academics. School health programs are vital in providing comprehensive education and healthcare services.

Redox-tunable isoindigos for electrochemically mediated carbon capture.

Efficient CO separation technologies are essential for mitigating climate change. Compared to traditional thermochemical methods, electrochemically mediated carbon capture using redox-tunable sorbents emerges as a promising alternative due to its versatility and energy efficiency. However, the undesirable linear free-energy relationship between redox potential and CO binding affinity in existing chemistry makes it fundamentally challenging to optimise key sorbent properties independently via chemical modifications.

Smokeless Tobacco Use and Its Association with Type 2 Diabetes: A Case Control Study.

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a prevalent metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia and insulin resistance. Its incidence is increasing globally, with a significant impact on public health. Smokeless tobacco (SLT) is a form of tobacco consumption that has been associated with various health risks, including potential effects on glucose homeostasis.

The Occlusal Side Effects of Mandibular Advancement Device Therapy in Adult Sleep Apnea Patients: A Systematic Review.

Mandibular advancement devices (MADs) remain a popular non-invasive treatment modality for the management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, the occlusal side effects from long-term therapy may result in poor patient compliance and patient drop-outs. Hence, knowledge of the possible side effects of these devices on occlusion is necessary.

Electrifying Carbon Capture by Developing Nanomaterials at the Interface of Molecular and Process Engineering.

ConspectusCarbon capture is an indispensable step toward closing the anthropogenic carbon cycle. However, the large-scale implementation of conventional thermochemical carbon capture technologies is hindered by their low energy efficiency, limited sorbent stability, and complexity in infrastructure integration. A mechanistically different alternative, commonly known as electrochemically mediated carbon capture (EMCC), has garnered increasing research traction over the past few years and relies on electrochemical stimuli instead of thermal or pressure swings for the capture and release of carbon dioxide (CO).

Comparative evaluation of pain perception during conventional greater palatine injections versus the use of a novel barovibrotactile device - In vivo study.

Background: Pain control by means of local anesthesia is an intrinsic part of clinical practice in dentistry. It is an irony that the modality used for pain free procedure itself is a source of fear & anxiety to the patient. Several modifications have been made to the injecting devices, local anesthetic solutions and techniques to render their administration comfortably.

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of bacterial aerosols in dental clinical settings: Risk exposure towards dentist, auxiliary staff, and patients.

Introduction: Cross-infection or contamination are the major threats related to any medical profession. Microorganisms present in the dental clinic can cause cross-infection to the dentist, auxiliary staff and even towards the patients.

Aims: The study was conducted to assess the level of atmospheric microbial contamination and composition of aerosols before, during and after dental treatment procedures in four clinical settings.

Perception of undergraduates enrolled in health science courses from Asmara Eritrea towards Hepatitis B.

Introduction: Hepatitis B (HB) is one of the highly infectious and the most common cause of chronic hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. It is transmitted through blood and body fluids. Most healthcare related personnel are at very high susceptibility towards this infection from the infected patients.

Polypropylene Carbonate-Based Adaptive Buffer Layer for Stable Interfaces of Solid Polymer Lithium Metal Batteries.

Solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) have the potential to enhance the safety and energy density of lithium batteries. However, poor interfacial contact between the lithium metal anode and SPE leads to high interfacial resistance and low specific capacity of the battery. In this work, we present a novel strategy to improve this solid-solid interface problem and maintain good interfacial contact during battery cycling by introducing an adaptive buffer layer (ABL) between the Li metal anode and SPE.

Route of Drug Abuse and its Impact on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life among Drug Addicts.

Background: Various studies have tested quality of life (QOL) among drug addicts, however very few have reported any association between oral health-related quality of life (OHRQOL) and mode of drug administration among drug addicts. Hence, the present study was conducted aiming to evaluate the impact of mode of administration of drugs on OHRQOL among drug addicts.

Methods: Data was collected using respondent-driven sampling (RDS) method among 313 male drug addicts in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, India, using self-administered questionnaires on oral hygiene aids and drug addiction history.

A 1-year appraisal of pit and fissure sealants following disinfection with and without chlorhexidine solution: An randomized trial.

Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate the effect of chlorhexidine on the outcome of pit and fissure sealant (PFS) in permanent molars.

Methods: A double-blind randomized controlled trial using split-mouth design was conducted for a period of 1 year. The clinical trial registry was done in the Indian Council of Medical Research, and the clinical trial number obtained was CTRI/2016/08/007222.

OBJECTIVE AND SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION OF ADOLESCENT'S ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT NEEDS AND THEIR IMPACT ON SELF-ESTEEM.

Objective: To investigate the presence of association between objective and subjective evaluation of orthodontic treatment needs in adolescents and their impact on their self-esteem.

Methods: Cross-sectional study with adolescents aged 10-17 years old in Sri Ganganagar city, Rajasthan, India. The objective index of orthodontic treatment need (IOTN) dental health component (DHC) and the subjective aesthetic component (AC) were used to determine the normative and the self-perception need for orthodontic treatment, respectively.

Traumatic Dental Injuries Prevalence and their Impact on Self-esteem among Adolescents in India: A Comparative Study.

Introduction: Adolescents are mostly injured during sport activities, traffic accidents and some forms of violence which may lead to traumatic injuries. Traumatic injuries not only pose a health risk worldwide but are also regarded among serious social problems. Poor oral health has been related to poor social relationships that affect the ability to learn and grow which may lead to reduced self-esteem.

Impact of Dental Disorders and its Influence on Self Esteem Levels among Adolescents.

Introduction: Self esteem is more of a psychological concept therefore, even the common dental disorders like dental trauma, tooth loss and untreated carious lesions may affect the self esteem thus influencing the quality of life.

Aim: This study aims to assess the impact of dental disorders among the adolescents on their self esteem level.

Materials And Methods: The present cross-sectional study was conducted among 10 to 17 years adolescents.

Impact of sociodemographic attributes and dental caries on quality of life of intellectual disabled children using ECOHIS.

Objectives: To assess the impact of oral health outcomes on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) among intellectual disabled children and their families.

Methodology: OHRQoL based study was conducted among 150 intellectual disabled children students in the North West part of the country, Rajasthan, India. Guardians were asked to complete questionnaire on socioeconomic status and the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS) on their perception of the children's OHRQoL.

The effect of sugar-free and sugar chewing gums on plaque deposition.

Background: Chewing gum is a habit practiced regularly by a relatively high proportion of individuals in many countries including India, and its use has increased within the last decade. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of sugar-free and sugar chewing gums on plaque deposition.

Materials And Methods: The study is a double blind clinical trial involving 16 healthy volunteers (divided into 2 groups) in a 4-day plaque regrowth model.

Anti-gingivitis effects of Acacia arabica-containing toothpaste.

Objective: To evaluate the anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis properties of Acacia arabicacontaining toothpaste in an adult population.

Methods: Sixty subjects with gingivitis were randomly assigned to a test group (Acacia arabica-containing toothpaste) or control group (regular toothpaste). An analysis of plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI) and bleeding on probing index (BOP%) were carried out at baseline and after 28 days followed by a washout period.

Assessment of Stress Level among Dental School Students: An Indian Outlook.

Background: Evaluating the factors influence student perception, might allow programmatic changes designed to enhance students' psychosocial well-being and academic performance. The purpose of this study was to investigate perceived sources of stress on dental students and the role of parents in their career choice decisions.

Methods: In a cross-sectional design, a modified dental environmental stress questionnaire was administered to all dental students.

Perceptions of dental students towards learning environment in an Indian scenario.

Background: Dental students constitute a stakeholder group that is able to provide unique information concerning the effectiveness of the dental curriculum. The purpose of this study was to determine students' perceptions of the learning environment, intellectual climate and teacher student relationships in dental school.

Methods: This study was conducted among 341 dental students of two dental college of Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.

Knowledge, attitude and practice towards droplet and airborne isolation precautions amongs dental health care professionals in India.

Aims And Objective: The purpose of this study is to obtain comprehensive information about the knowledge, attitude and practices in regard to droplet and airborne infection related precautions among faculty member and the undergraduate students in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.

Material And Methods: A cross sectional survey was conducted among 311 dental faculty and the undergraduate students under clinical training in Udaipur, Rajasthan. A self-assessment questionnaire composed of queries on three levels, namely knowledge, attitude and practices with respect to airborne and droplet isolation precautions was used.

Oral hygiene and periodontal status among Terapanthi Svetambar Jain monks in India.

The main objective of the study was to determine the oral hygiene levels and periodontal status among Jain monks attending a Chaturmass in Udaipur, India. To date, no study has been conducted on Jain monks. The study comprises of 180 subjects and the overall response rate was 76% among them.

Oral health status of mentally disabled subjects in India.

The aim of the study was to determine the oral health status and investigate the association of oral health status with various socio-demographic (age, gender, parent's education, income) and clinical variables (aetiology for mental disability and IQ level) among mentally disabled subjects. The study sample comprised 225 mentally retarded subjects aged 12-30 years attending a special school in Udaipur, India. Caries status, oral hygiene status and periodontal status were assessed by DMFT Index, Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (OHI-S) of Greene and Vermillion and Community Periodontal Index, respectively.

Oral health status and practices of dentate Bhil adult tribes of southern Rajasthan, India.

Aims: To assess the oral health status of the Bhil tribal population of Southern Rajasthan and to investigate the association of age, oral hygiene and dental visiting practices with oral health status.

Design: A cross sectional study of Bhil tribal adults chosen by a multi stage stratified random sampling procedure.

Participants: The total sample size was 1590 male tribal dentate subjects aged 15-54 years.

Gingival recession in school kids aged 10-15 years in Udaipur, India.

Aim: The study aimed to determine the incidence of gingival recession in the mandibular central incisor region among school children aged 10-15 years in Udaipur (India).

Materials And Methods: A sample of 1800 males and female kids were examined in a mobile dental unit. World Health Organisation (WHO) rules and standards were followed.

Oral hygiene status in relation to sociodemographic factors of children and adults who are hearing impaired, attending a special school.

This study examined the oral hygiene levels and periodontal status in a group of children and adults with hearing impairment attending a special school in Udaipur, India. Oral hygiene status was assessed by the Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (OHI-S) of Greene and Vermillion and periodontal status by the Community Periodontal Index. An analysis using a bivariate analysis revealed that all the oral hygiene variables varied significantly with age, economic status, and education of the parents.