Publications by authors named "L Govindaraju"

Aim: The aim of this study was to quantitatively assess the antibacterial effectiveness of carnosic acid, propolis, and calcium hydroxide when used as intracanal medications against .

Methodology: Forty-six human mandibular single-rooted premolar root lengths were standardized to 12 mm after decoronation. Cleaning and shaping were performed.

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Objectives: The objective of this study was to analyze the available evidence on the performance of increase in temperature of sodium hypochlorite on its antimicrobial efficacy and tissue dissolution property.

Materials And Methods: The study was conducted according to PRISMA guidelines, and a modified Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) tool was used for quality assessment of the included studies. Two reviewers independently performed an electronic search in four databases along with the reference lists of the included articles.

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Introduction Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) with potassium iodide (KI) has emerged as a promising, aesthetic, non-invasive management by limiting the staining caused by SDF. However, no studies are comparing the caries-arresting potential of SDF gel with KI. The study aims to observe and evaluate the caries-arresting potential of SDF gel with KI compared to sodium fluoride (NaF) varnish.

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One of the most important factors that determine the success of pulpectomy in primary teeth is the root canal filling material used. This systematic review is an update on the success rates of various materials used for obturation in primary teeth. An electronic search was carried out in the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases with the preset inclusion and exclusion criteria.

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Background: The rise in awareness programs with regard to the maintenance of oral hygiene in children with diabetes has led to a hypothetical question if children with juvenile diabetes are still under the risk of developing dental caries and having poor oral hygiene.

Aim: To compare the oral hygiene status of the children with and without juvenile diabetes.

Materials And Method: The study was conducted as age and sex matched case-control study.

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