Publications by authors named "K Pragna"
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.
Objectives: The objective is to compare demineralized freeze-dried bone and modified hydroxyapatite granules in patients requiring immediate dental implants.
Materials And Methods: Forty patients for immediate dental implants were divided into Group I (demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft) and Group II (modified hydroxyapatite) based on the type of graft used. Success of graft was evaluated based on modified plaque index, gingival index, and Periotest at 3, 6, and 12 months follow up.