A comparative evaluation of antimicrobial property of traditional and three alternative disinfectants on irreversible hydrocolloid impressions: An study.

Aim: The aim was to compare the efficacy of various herbal disinfectants on irreversible hydrocolloid impressions and to investigate the effectiveness of three herbal disinfectants and a chemical disinfectant against particular pathogens.

Settings And Design: In vitro -a comparative study.

Materials And Methods: The following methodology was followed to achieve the objectives.

Prosthetic management of partial anodontia with microdontia from 11 to 20 years of age - 10 years of follow up.

Treatment of pediatric patients with partial anodontia is a challenge requiring interdisciplinary approach. Growth period, reduced vertical dimension, microdontia, and unacceptable esthetics present difficulties at various stages of prosthetic rehabilitation. Congenital absence of teeth impairs the nutritional status of the growing child and causes a psychological setback.

Effect of serum vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus on mandibular residual ridge resorption in completely edentulous participants: A clinical study.

Statement Of Problem: Published data regarding association between edentulous mandibular residual ridge resorption and nutritional status of geriatric patients is limited.

Purpose: The purpose of this clinical study was to evaluate the degree of mandibular residual ridge resorption in completely edentulous participants and to investigate the role of dietary nutrients in the resorption process.

Material And Methods: Three hundred (55% men and 45% women; aged between 35 and 85 years) completely edentulous participants with specific inclusion and exclusion criteria were enrolled for the study.

Lateral throat form re-classified using a customized gauge: A clinical study.

Background: A common problem faced by prosthodontists is achieving adequate retention and stability in the mandibular dentures. Recording the lateral throat form (LTF) correctly can aid in the retention and stability. Till date, Neil's classification has been considered as the gold standard in measuring the depth of the LTF.

Evaluation of the surface roughness of three heat-cured acrylic denture base resins with different conventional lathe polishing techniques: A comparative study.

Purpose: Surface roughness promotes adhesion and colonization of denture plaque. Therefore, it is important to know the effects of polishing and finishing on the surface roughness of various acrylic resin materials.

Objectives: To evaluate and compare the effects of different conventional lathe polishing techniques on heat cured acrylic resins in producing surface roughness.

"Platform switching": serendipity.

Implant dentistry is the latest developing field in terms of clinical techniques, research, material science and oral rehabilitation. Extensive work is being done to improve the designing of implants in order to achieve better esthetics and function. The main drawback with respect to implant restoration is achieving good osseointegration along with satisfactory stress distribution, which in turn will improve the prognosis of implant prosthesis by reducing the crestal bone loss.

Alternative anterior esthetics: a case report.

Due to the rise over the years in patient emphasis on better esthetic outcomes, veneering the metal base of a restoration with composite resin or porcelain is widely used in dentistry. For the preservation of the opposing natural dentition and the potential for repair, the use of composite veneering materials has been suggested because of their resilience, low abrasive properties, and superior repair potential. Composites are not as popular as porcelain, but they are still widely used to cover metal because of low cost and because the laboratorial procedures are faster and simpler.

Evaluation of stress distribution in bone of different densities using different implant designs: a three-dimensional finite element analysis.

A key factor for the success or failure of a dental implant is the manner in which stresses are transferred to the surrounding bone. This depends on the type of loading, bone-implant interface, the shape and characteristics of the implant surface and the quality and quantity of the surrounding bone. This study was done to evaluate the pattern of stress distribution with two different implant designs in four different densities of bone using 3D finite element analysis.

Prosthetic rehabilitation of patient with ameloblastoma: a case report.

Loss of the continuity of the mandible destroys the balance and the symmetry of mandibular function, leading to altered mandibular movements and deviation of the residual fragment towards the surgical side. To regain normal mandibular function for surgical resection of the ameloblastoma, initial rehabilitation was done using avascular fibular bone graft. Prosthetic rehabilitation was done by Placement of four implants in the anterior region followed by fabrication of suprastructure using UCLA abutments and ceramic crowns.

Nutritional status assessment in complete denture wearers.

Background And Objectives: The relationship between oral health and the nutritional status in the elderly is complex and controversial. It has been suggested that poor oral health and a decreased ability to chew have a profound influence on food selection, diet and thereby the nutritional status of the individual. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of edentulousness and prosthetic treatment on the nutritional status of the individual.

Dimensional accuracy and detail reproduction of two hydrophilic vinyl polysiloxane impression materials tested under different conditions.

Background And Objectives: A limitation of vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) impression materials is hydrophobicity, and manufacturers have added surfactants and labeled these new products as "hydrophilic." The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate and compare the dimensional accuracy and surface detail reproduction of two hydrophilic VPS impression materials under dry, moist, and wet conditions.

Materials And Methods: Ten impressions were made under dry, moist, and wet conditions respectively, with monophase, and regular body VPS impression material using a stainless steel metal die similar to that described in American Dental Association (ADA) specification 19, with lines scribed on it.

Prosthetic rehabilitation of a maxillofacial defect in a chondrosarcoma patient.

Chondrosarcoma is a malignant tumor in which the tumor cells produce cartilage but not bone. The recommended management is wide local or radical excision, followed by surgical and prosthetic reconstruction. This article explains postsurgical prosthetic rehabilitation of a chondrosarcoma patient by means of intraoral acrylic, and extraoral silicone prosthesis for restoration of normal orofacial function and appearance.

An evaluation of the mechanical properties of Type III and Type IV gypsum mixed with two disinfectant solutions.

Background And Objectives: This in-vitro study was conducted to evaluate the strength and properties of Type III and Type IV gypsum mixed with disinfectant solutions.

Materials And Methods: Type III and Type IV gypsum were used for the study. Three different mixing solutions namely waterqueous solutions of 0.