Efficacy of Different Gingival Displacement Materials in the Management of Gingival Sulcus Width: A Comparative Study.

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of different gingival displacement materials in the management of the width of the gingival sulcus.

Materials And Methods: Totally, 60 participants who were aged 18 years and more were chosen for this study. The eligible participants were those who required fixed prosthesis with at least one abutment.

Prevalence of Depression among Students of a Dental Tertiary Care Center in Kerala.

Introduction: According to the World Health Organization, more than 300 million people were estimated to suffer from depression in 2017. Many studies have observed that medical personnel have a higher level of depression, but studies among dentists are scarce. Early diagnosis will help in controlling the morbidity and mortality due to depression.

Oral Health Status and Treatment Needs of Paniya Tribes in Kerala.

Introduction: The tribal communities of Kerala have been largely left out of the gains of the Kerala model of development.

Aim: The study was aimed to obtain baseline data of oral health status and treatment needs of Paniyas, in Kerala, India.

Materials And Methods: A descriptive population based survey of adult Paniya belonging to index age groups of 35-44 years and 65-74 years was conducted.