Manuka Honey: A Potent Cariostatic Agent- An Study.

Aim: The aim of the study was to test the antibacterial activity of manuka honey and compare its efficacy with another commercially available honey (Dabur honey) on the cariogenic bacteria on and

Materials And Methods: An study was carried out on 40 agar specimens; the samples were divided into two groups of 20 samples consisting of S. and respectively. The 20 samples in each group were further subdivided into four groups of five each, which were tested with 25% manuka honey, 100% manuka honey, 25% Dabur honey, and 100% Dabur honey for both and groups.

Management of tongue and lip laceration due to dystonia in a 1-year-old infant.

This case report describes the management of tongue and lip lacerations due to dystonia in a 1-year-old infant. A splint was given to raise the bite and prevent repeated trauma and aid in healing of the oral tissue. This paper highlights the importance of pediatric dentist's role in improving quality of patient care in an intensive care unit.

Probiotics for future caries control: a short-term clinical study.

Objectives: To compare mutans streptococci levels in saliva, before and after consumption of probiotic ice-cream and curds.

Materials And Methods: Forty caries free children in the age group of 12-14 years were selected and equally divided into four groups I, II, III, IV. Children in group I and II were given 100 ml probiotic ice-cream and plain ice cream respectively and group III and IV were given 100 ml probiotic curd and plain curd respectively for a period of 7 days.

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis: review of the literature and case report.

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), previously known as juvenile chronic arthritis or juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, is a chronic disease of childhood with a spectrum of joint involvement and associated systemic involvement. The cause of JIA is poorly understood, and no drugs can cure the disease currently. Pediatric dentists should be familiar with the symptoms, complications, and oral manifestations of JIA to help manage the disease and provide quality care to these patients.

Dental subscale of children's fear survey schedule and dental caries prevalence.

Objective: To assess the level of fear of dental procedures among 6-12 year school children and correlate the prevalence of dental caries with their dental fears scores.

Materials And Methods: The study sample of 444 school children, comprising of 224 girls and 220 boys in the age group of 6-12 years old from a private English medium school were selected. Each student was asked to independently complete a Children's Fear Survey Schedule - Dental Subscale (CFSS-DS) questionnaire.

Torus palatinus in an infant: a case report.

The most significant exostoses of the human jaws are the torus palatinus and torus mandibularis. Torus palatinus has long been reported by various anthropological and anatomical studies. Even if it has no functional importance, it could interfere with oral functions.

Prevalence of dental caries and its correlation with the immunologic profile in HIV-Infected children on antiretroviral therapy.

Aim: To describe the prevalence of dental caries in HIV-infected children on antiretroviral therapy. METHODS One hundred and four HIV positive children on antiretroviral therapy, two to fourteen year old children of both sexes were examined for dental caries. Children were divided into three groups based on the dentition: primary, mixed and permanent.

Effectiveness of circumoral muscle exercises in the developing dentofacial morphology in adenotonsillectomized children: an ultrasonographic evaluation.

Alterations in the functions of the facial muscle can establish changes in facial skeleton and in the development of occlusion. The effect of mouth breathing on the facial morphology is probably greatest during the growth period. Removal of nasal obstruction, adenoids, and tonsils have not given beneficial results in the reversion of the habit unless intercepted with various muscle exercises.

Oral health status of 6- and 12-year-old school going children in Bangalore city: an epidemiological study.

Background: Oral health is an essential component of health throughout life. However, millions of individuals suffer from dental caries and periodontal disease, resulting in unnecessary pain, difficulty in chewing, swallowing and speaking, and increased medical costs; hence, the present study was conducted to evaluate the oral health status of school children which would help us in planning and implementing necessary preventive measures.

Aims And Objectives: 1.