Osteogenic markers in peri-implant crevicular fluid in immediate and delayed-loaded dental implants: A randomized controlled trial.

Introduction: The study evaluates the levels of matrix metalloprotease-8 (MMP-8), and Cathepsin-K (CatK) in peri-implant crevicular fluid (PICF) among patients with immediate loaded (IL) and delayed-loaded (DL) implants at different time points to know the inflammation and osteogenic status.

Methods: The study population consisted of two groups (n = 25, each group) with a mean age of 28.7 ± 3.

A Case Control Study on Risk Factors Associated with Low Birth Weight Babies in Eastern Nepal.

Background. This study was done to assess the maternal and sociodemographic factors associated with low birth weight (LBW) babies. Methods.

Contamination of Dentist's Hands with and without Finger Rings.

Background: Disease prevention is better than its cure. The role of healthcare worker's hand in the transmission and spread of an infectious disease to the patient is well acknowledged. Indeed, the hands of a health care worker can easily pick potentially pathogenic bacteria and fungi from hand touch surfaces before wearing of gloves.

Barriers to Utilization of Antenatal Care Services in Eastern Nepal.

Background: World Health Organization recommends at least four pregnancy check-ups for normal pregnancies. Ministry of Health and Population Nepal has introduced various strategies to promote prenatal care and institutional delivery to reduce maternal and child deaths. However, maternal health service utilization is low in some selected socio-economic and ethnic groups.