Association of tooth loss and nutritional status in adults: an overview of systematic reviews.

Background: Association of tooth loss and nutritional status has been widely researched with conflicting results. This overview aimed to analyse and summarize findings from systematic reviews on association of tooth loss with nutritional status, in view of their quality assessment and methodological characteristics.

Methods: Overview was conducted as per Cochrane Overviews of Reviews guidelines.

Systematic review of school-based tobacco prevention programs for the adolescents in India from 2000 to 2020.

In India, 14.6% of adolescents are currently using tobacco in any form and tobacco control is a major public health challenge. The objective of this systematic review is to analyze all the existing literature and evaluate the effectiveness of school-based tobacco use prevention programs for adolescents in India.

Prevalence of precancerous lesions and conditions in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Smoking and chewing tobacco are associated with numerous oral mucosal lesions and conditions, often leading to cancer progression.

Aim: To investigate the prevalence of precancerous lesions and conditions among the Indian population.

Methods: Systematic search was conducted for population or community-based observational epidemiological studies in PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, IndMED, Google Scholar, reports of the WHO South-East Asia Region, MOHFW India reports, Science Citation Index, WHO Index Medicus of the South-East Asian Region, (https://www.

Effect of Octreotide in stopping post surgical chyle leak in neck Dissection-A systematic review.

Objective: Neck dissection causes an unusual and challenging complication called Chyle Leak. Octreotide, a long-acting somatostatin analogue, is one way Chyle Leak can be managed faster and effectively. The objective of the review was to evaluate the efficiency of Octreotide in stopping post surgical Chyle Leak in neck dissection.

Capacity of species to produce acetaldehyde at various concentrations of alcohol.

Background: Along with tobacco use, alcohol consumption is one of the crucial factors for oral cancer. Acetaldehyde (ACH), a byproduct of alcohol, is reported as carcinogenic. One of the producers of ACH from alcohol is Candida species.

Golden Ager Chyawanprash with Meager Evidential Base from Human Clinical Trials.

Chyawanprash (CP) is one of the most revered, effective, and best-selling health supplements of Indian Ayurvedic system of medicine, which is high on the trust and health quotient among Indian consumers. CP is an ancient synergistic blend of around fifty (50) medicinal herbs, herbal extracts with jam-like consistency, traditionally used to improve respiratory health, strengthen the immune system, prevent recurrence of infections, and over the decades is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. With the recent growth of commercialization, this traditional preparation is gaining popularity across the world.

Effectiveness of Behavioral Counseling in Smokeless Tobacco Cessation Among Adult Users Reporting to a Dental Hospital in Pune: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Aim To assess the effectiveness of behavioral counseling for smokeless tobacco cessation among adult users in a dental hospital setting. Methods A total of 200 patients visiting a dental hospital who were exclusively using smokeless tobacco (SLT) were enrolled in the study. A randomized controlled trial with a concurrent parallel study design, which consisted of two arms, was conducted.

Comparative evaluation of the efficacy of wound healing with and without dehydrated human amniotic/chorionic membrane in alveoloplasty: a pilot study.

Objectives: Wound healing is an integral part of any surgical procedure. Appropriate wound closure is critical to any successful surgical procedure, especially intraoral procedures. Various factors aid in wound healing, both pharmacological and non-pharmacological.

Evaluating the effectiveness of a 'Tobacco Monitor' App in reporting violations of tobacco policy in the community.

It is of interest to evaluate the effectiveness of the "Tobacco Monitor" app in reporting violations of tobacco policy in the community. Hence, a study was conducted amongst the first and second-year undergraduate students of health science colleges of a University. Students were asked to register complaints related to tobacco violations on the tobacco monitor app.

Combating the psychological impact of COVID-19 pandemic through yoga: Recommendation from an overview.

Globally, the psychological health of the people is being affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the fact that numerous systematic reviews already exist on yoga and mental health, it becomes vital to undertake an overview on the same. The objective of the overview was to summarise the evidence from different systematic reviews of distinct yoga interventions used to improve mental health and recommend yoga practices for the same.

Evaluation and Comparison of Human Chorionic Amniotic Membrane and Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Achieving Bone Formation and Soft Tissue Healing in Extraction Sockets Indicated for Rehabilitation with Implants: A Preliminary Study.

Purpose: To evaluate and compare human chorionic amniotic membrane and platelet-rich fibrin on new bone formation and soft tissue healing in extraction sockets indicated for rehabilitation with dental implants.

Materials And Methods: A prospective, triple blind clinical study was conducted. The inclusion criteria were as follows: patient with two extraction sites each in the same arch, intact buccal bone and soft tissue around the socket, and recommended rehabilitation with dental implants.

Efficacy of (Guduchi) against plaque and gingivitis-A clinico-microbiological study.

Objectives: The present study was conducted to assess the clinical efficacy (against plaque and gingivitis) and antimicrobial efficacy (against gram negative, gram positive and S. mutans counts) of T. cordifolia (Guduchi).

Adherence to the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) Guidelines for Reporting Randomized Controlled Trials Related to Mandibular Third Molars.

Purpose: Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are the backbone of evidence-based medicine. Despite the widespread acceptance of the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT), its use for reporting clinical trials in journals remains poor. The purpose of this study was to find out to what extent RCTs related to mandibular third molars have adhered to the CONSORT statement.

DentalVibe reduces pain during the administration of local anesthetic injection in comparison to 2% lignocaine gel: results from a clinical study.

Background: This study was designed to compare the efficacy of DentalVibe against 2% lidocaine gel in reducing pain during the administration of local anesthetic injection in the adult population.

Methods: This was a split-mouth open-label, randomized, controlled clinical study conducted in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of a dental institute. Fifty patients who were scheduled for bilateral dental extractions requiring an inferior alveolar nerve block were enrolled in the study.

Evaluation of Success Rate of Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair Compared to Vitapex in Pulpally Involved Primary Teeth: A Systematic Review.

Background: Vitapex has been a popular obturating material for several decades. In recent times, lesion sterilization and tissue repair (LSTR) has shown promising results. This technique uses a mixture of 3 antibiotics for sterilization of the root canals and healing of periradicular tissues.

Obstructive sleep apnea domains: Knowledge, attitude and practice results of dentists from a dental college in India.

Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice regarding different domains of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) amongst dentists from a dental college in India.

Methods: 112 dentists participated in the study. A 23-item, self-designed, pre-tested and validated questionnaire assessing the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) regarding nine different domains was used to collect the data.

Prevalence of dental caries among children aged 5-15 years from 9 countries in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: a meta-analysis.

Background: Dental caries affects all age groups, although children are affected to a greater extent. Several studies have assessed the prevalence of dental caries in the World Health Organization (WHO) Eastern Mediterranean Region. However, prevalence data for dental caries have not been pooled for all countries in the Region.

Dental caries prevalence among 5- to 15-year-old children from SEAR countries of WHO: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: The aim of this review was to estimate the prevalence of dental caries in children 5-15 years of age in the countries of the South-East Asia Region (SEAR) of World Health Organization (WHO) and to describe the different caries indices used in these population-based studies.

Materials And Methods: A systematic search was carried out in two databases from 1 January 2005 to 31 May 2015. Studies were included if they met the predetermined eligibility criteria.

Evaluating the Cyberchondria Construct Among Computer Engineering Students in Pune (India) Using Cyberchondria Severity Scale (CSS-15).

Background: The Internet has become an important tool in day-to-day life. Reading medical data from Internet sources can have a negative impact on the common man. Anxiety due to excess searching for medical information online is known as cyberchondria.

Comparative evaluation of low-level laser therapy and ultrasound heat therapy in reducing temporomandibular joint disorder pain.

Background: Pain, limitations in opening, asymmetrical jaw movements, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) sounds are the most common findings in temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs), which causes excruciating pain, inflammation of the surrounding muscles, posterior fibers, and synovial fluid. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effects of ultrasound heat therapy and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in reducing TMD-related pain.

Methods: This prospective study included 42 patients (age range, 25-45 years), who were divided into two groups of 21 patients each.

Assessment of mother's ability in caries diagnosis, utilizing the smartphone photographic method.

Background: Smartphone is proved to be reliable in teledentistry model. The aim of the study was to assess the mother's ability in caries diagnosis, utilizing the smartphone-based photographic method.

Hypothesis: Mothers have the ability for caries diagnosis utilizing the smartphone photographic method.

Efficacy of herbal dentifrice on the prevention of plaque and gingivitis as compared to conventional dentifrice: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: The aim of this study was to review literature on the effects of herbal dentifrice compared to conventional dentifrice on plaque and gingival inflammation.

Materials And Methods: MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and major journals were explored for studies up to September 30, 2017. A comprehensive search was designed and the articles were independently screened for eligibility by two reviewers.

Assessment of oral findings of dental patients who screen high and no risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) reporting to a dental college - A cross sectional study.

To assess the oral findings of patients who screen high and no risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) reporting to outpatient department of a dental college. Patients coming to dental Out Patient Department (OPD) were screened using STOP questionnaire and were categorized into high (n=130) and no risk (n=130) OSA groups. BANG (body mass index, age, neck circumference and gender) was recorded for both the OSA risk group patients.