Association of Orthodontic Tooth Movement with Leptin Concentration in Gingival Crevicular Fluid.

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the association of orthodontic tooth movement with the concentration of leptin in gingival crevicular fluid (GCF).

Materials And Methods: In thirty orthodontic patients, the concentration of leptin was assessed at baseline, 1 h, 24 h, 7 days, and 1 month after application of orthodontic force. Distalized tooth movement was evaluated by measuring the difference on dental casts at baseline and 1 month after force application.

Comparative Evaluation of Remineralizing Effect of Novamin and Tricalcium Phosphate on Artificial Caries: An in vitro Study.

Aim: The aim of the present study was to compare the remineralizing efficacy of novamin and tricalcium phosphate (TCP).

Materials And Methods: Nail varnish was coated to a total of 30 sound human premolars except for 5 mm × 5 mm window. Baseline microhardness was measured for all test samples.

Role of Text Message Reminder on Oral Hygiene Maintenance of Orthodontic Patients.

Introduction: Fixed orthodontic treatment is frequently associated with increased plaque accumulation leading to gingivitis and white spot lesions (WSLs).

Aim: This study evaluated the role of text message reminder on oral hygiene of orthodontic patients.

Materials And Methods: A total of 60 patients under fixed orthodontic treatment were randomly divided into two equal groups as control group and study (text message) group.