Effect of customized 3D-printed MARPE appliance on hard tissues, soft tissues, and airway: A prospective CBCT study.

Background: The advances in technology have enabled the customization of appliances including mini-screw-assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) appliances for skeletal expansion in young adult patients. The study assessed the short-term effects of customized MARPE appliances on the hard tissues, soft tissues, and airway volume over a period of 6 months.

Methods: A total of 15 patients in the age range of 15 to 25 years were treated for transverse maxillary deficiency using a three-dimensional (3D) printed customized MARPE appliance.

Putting 'STOP' to Excess Caries of Cleft Lip and Palate Patients.

Background: Cleft lip with/without palate (CL/P) patients require multiple interdisciplinary procedures at different phases of their life. CL/P patients have a high burden of care that has financial repercussion, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Lowering preventable diseases such as caries can mitigate this challenge.

Procedural pain management in neonates: A Narrative review.

Over the past three decades, awareness regarding pain management in neonates has risen significantly. It has been very well established that neonates can perceive, feel, and react to stimuli that cause pain and discomfort to them. Neonates admitted to neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) are repeatedly subjected to invasive treatments, most of which are painful.

Aesthetic Enhancement in Vertical Maxillary Excess by a Combined Orthodontic and Surgical Approach.

Vertical maxillary excess (VME) is a facial condition characterized by an increased height in the lower third of the face, leading to a longer overall facial appearance. This condition is linked to a significant proportion of malocclusions and is often associated with greater dissatisfaction among patients concerning their appearance. The amalgamation of orthodontics with surgery is a desirable protocol to address VME.

Unsupervised deep learning of electrocardiograms enables scalable human disease profiling.

The 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) is inexpensive and widely available. Whether conditions across the human disease landscape can be detected using the ECG is unclear. We developed a deep learning denoising autoencoder and systematically evaluated associations between ECG encodings and ~1,600 Phecode-based diseases in three datasets separate from model development, and meta-analyzed the results.

A Comparative Evaluation of Presurgical Infant Orthopaedics of Modified Grayson's Technique With Rhinoplasty Appliance System in Patients With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate.

Objective: To evaluate the effects of presurgical infant orthopaedics using the Modified Grayson technique and Rhinoplasty Appliance System on the maxillary alveolus and nasolabial region in infants with unilateral cleft lip and palate (UCLP).

Materials And Methods: This prospective study looked at 26 patients with a mean age of 6.3 ± 1.

Correction of Class I Bimaxillary Protrusion Using Sliding Mechanics With Mini-implant Anchorage: A Case Report.

Class I bimaxillary protrusion is characterized by proclined incisors, a convex facial profile, procumbent lips, and increased lip strain. Treatment includes the extraction of premolars and the mesial movement of the proclined anterior teeth in the extraction spaces to correct the inclination. This case report describes the treatment of an 18-year-old male patient who presented with class I bimaxillary protrusion and procumbent lips.

Interdisciplinary Management of a Class II Bimaxillary Protrusion Case With a Traumatized Maxillary Central Incisor: A Case Report.

The class II bimaxillary protrusion malocclusion with class II or end on molar relation is generally associated with procumbency of lips. This case report presents a case of a 17-year-old nongrowing male patient with a traumatized left central incisor due to a fall with a chief complaint of forwardly placed and gap in upper front teeth. The traumatized left central incisor with Ellis class IV fracture was with a loss of crown structure and a poor prognosis of remaining tooth structure.

Antibacterial efficacy of nanoparticles on orthodontic materials-A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of coated nanoparticles within orthodontic appliances as a novel strategy to enhance their antibacterial properties.

Material And Methods: A systematic search for relevant articles published between 2013 and March 2024 was conducted across electronic databases including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and EBSCOhost. Studies meeting pre-defined eligibility criteria were included and assessed for methodological quality.

Development of an Artificial Intelligence-Based Algorithm for the Assessment of Skeletal Age and Detection of Cervical Vertebral Anomalies in Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate.

To develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-based algorithm for the assessment and comparison of skeletal maturation in patients with and without cleft lip and/or palate and to detect the presence of cervical vertebral anomalies (CVAs). Retrospective cohort study. A university orthodontic clinic and comprehensive cleft care centers.

Orthodontic Management of a Growing Patient With a Skeletal Class III Malocclusion and an Anterior Open Bite: A Case Report.

Class III malocclusion presents many challenges due to its varying elements of imbalance in skeletal, dental, and soft tissues. This necessitates a comprehensive treatment plan, including growth modification during the pre-pubertal growth phase, and long-term retention to reduce the chances of orthognathic surgery later. The components of Class III malocclusion include maxillary retrognathism, mandibular prognathism, or, in some cases, a combination of both.

A comparative evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of Chlorhexidine and Chlorine dioxide on self-ligating brackets contaminated with Streptococcus mutans biofilm- An In vitro study.

Objective: To evaluate and compare antimicrobial efficacy of Chlorhexidine and Chlorine dioxide mouthwashes on . biofilm created on metal and ceramic self-ligating brackets.

Materials And Methods: A total of 162 metal and ceramic self-ligating brackets (3M™ SmartClip™ & Clarity SL™) were randomly divided into 3 groups and 2 subgroups.

Ethical Dilemmas and Conventionalism in Healthcare: A Scoping Review.

This review aims to evaluate the current ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare practitioners, especially in dentistry, and analyze how conventionalism with ethical norms influences these challenges. By exploring the balance between evolving healthcare practices and established ethical principles, the review aims to provide insights into the ongoing ethical discussions and dilemmas within the field. A systematic search for relevant articles published between 2000 and July 2024 was conducted across various databases, including Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, and EBSCO host.

Comprehensive Management of Mandibular Canine Transmigration: A Multidisciplinary Approach.

Transmigration of mandibular canine teeth is a rare dental anomaly characterized by the tooth's aberrant migration through the alveolar bone. This deviation from the expected eruption pathway can lead to tooth impaction, root resorption, periodontal problems, and aesthetic concerns. The exact cause of transmigration is not fully understood, but it is believed to be influenced by a combination of genetic, developmental, and environmental factors.

Assessment of structural and functional profile of dental centers for people with disabilities.

Aims: People with disabilities (PWD) often face more significant oral healthcare needs than the general population. This study, conducted in response to the urgent and pressing need for improved dental care for PWD, aims to assess the infrastructural and work process flow of dental centers in Delhi that provide specialized dental care for PWD.

Methods And Results: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted across primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare centers in Delhi, evaluating their infrastructure adaptations and work processes in delivering oral healthcare to PWD.

Management and Rehabilitation of Dentigerous Cyst With 10-Year Follow-Up: A Case Report.

Odontogenic cysts are fluid-filled sacs arising from tooth-developing tissues within the jawbone, often causing swelling, pain, or displacement of teeth. A dentigerous cyst, specifically encapsulating the unerupted tooth's crown, can interfere with dental development by displacing teeth, causing resorption of adjacent teeth, and complicating dental or surgical interventions. This case report represents a long-term follow-up of a 35-year-old male with a large mandibular dentigerous cyst extending to the lower right border of the mandible, associated with a horizontally impacted third molar in the lower right mandibular region.

Comparative evaluation of cranberry extract and sodium fluoride as mouth rinses on S. mutans counts in children: a double-blind randomized controlled trial.

Background: Recently, research in the field of caries prevention is emphasizing upon identification of edible non-toxic compounds that can interfere with the formation of cariogenic biofilm.

Aim: This trial aimed to assess the effectiveness of non-dialyzable material (NDM) containing cranberry mouth rinse (C-MR) on the Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) counts and compare with that of a sodium fluoride (F-MR) mouth rinse.

Frequency of Electrocardiogram-Defined Cardiac Conduction Disorders in a Multi-Institutional Primary Care Cohort.

Background: Disorders affecting cardiac conduction are associated with substantial morbidity. Understanding the epidemiology and risk factors for conduction disorders may enable earlier diagnosis and preventive efforts.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to quantify contemporary frequency and risk factors for electrocardiogram (ECG)-defined cardiac conduction disorders in a large multi-institutional primary care sample.