Comparison of Osteoblastic Activity Around Endosseous Implants Placed with Osseodensification and Adaptive Osteotomy Techniques--A Split-Mouth Prospective Case-Control Study.

To compare the osteoblastic activity around dental implants placed via adaptive osteotomy and osseodensification techniques using bone scintigraphy in human subjects. A single-blinded, split-mouth design was conducted on two sites in each of the 10 subjects, with the adaptive osteotomy (n = 10) and osseodensification (n = 10) techniques for implant placement performed on either side of the D3-type bone in the posterior mandible. All participants were subjected to a multiphase bone scintigraphy test on the 15th, 45th, and 90th days after implant placement to evaluate the osteoblastic activity.

Platelet-Rich Plasma and Platelet-Rich Fibrin as a Regenerative Tool.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) are used as a valuable adjunct in the treatment of maxillofacial rehabilitation. PRP used along with growth hormone helps in bone healing and tissue regeneration in the areas affected by bone and soft tissue-related defects. It aids not only in faster and better healing of the surgically debrided area but also in regeneration of the bone at a faster rate.

A Literature Review on Biofilm Formation on Silicone and Poymethyl Methacrylate Used for Maxillofacial Prostheses.

Silicone elastomers are considered the most suitable maxillofacial materials for extraoral prostheses to date due to their superior physicochemical properties. The aim of this review was to describe the characteristics of biofilm formation on silicone and polymethyl methacrylate used for maxillofacial prostheses and review different strategies of biofilm management for silicone maxillofacial prosthesis. A structured literature search was conducted using the following databases - PubMed, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, LILACS, IndeMED, OVID, EMBASE, NIH Clinical Trials - for reports related to the biofilms.

Evaluation of Oral Health Status Using the Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index Among the Geriatric Population in India: A Pilot Study.

Introduction and aim Clinical indicators alone are insufficient for evaluating oral health. In addition to health and disease, oral health includes socio-dental indicators of physical, psychological, and social aspects of well-being. The adaptive capacity of an individual influences the perception of oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL).

Evaluation and Comparison of the Effects of Persulfate Containing and Persulfate-free Denture Cleansers on Acrylic Resin Teeth Stained with Cigarette Smoke: An In Vitro Study.

Problem statement and aim  The esthetics of the complete denture primarily depend upon the color of the denture teeth; however, there are situations where the teeth are subjected to extrinsic and intrinsic stains and discolor over time. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of smoking and two different denture cleaners on the color stability of the denture teeth. Material and methods Commercially available maxillary anterior teeth made up of acrylic resin were selected for the study and were divided into two groups (n=10): persulfate-free denture cleanser and persulfate containing denture cleansers.

The Consequence of Complete Dentures on Quality of Life of Edentulous Patients in the South-Indian Population Based on Educational and Socioeconomic Grades.

Purpose The purpose of this study was to establish the level of denture satisfaction with socio-demographic variables and educational status of the patients rehabilitated with complete denture. Materials and method A total number of 250 completely edentulous patients were selected who fulfilled the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The patients had no past medical history which affects the oral condition; they were first-time denture wearers with period of edentulousness altering between six months to one year and were in the age group of 40-50 years, and were willingly involved in the study.

The Effect of Complete Dentures on the Quality of Life of Edentulous Patients in the South Indian Population Based on Gender and Systemic Disease.

Purpose Different socio-demographic variables, such as age, gender, and systemic disease, may affect satisfaction with complete dentures. Several studies have failed to show strong correlations either between patient satisfaction with their dentures and their quality or between denture satisfaction and the quality of the denture-supporting tissues. Hence, this study utilized a standardized questionnaire that included questions from domains such as mastication, appearance, speech, comfort, health, denture care, and social status.

Body Mass Index and Tooth Loss: An Epidemiological Study in a Sample of Suburban South Indian Population.

Aim: This study evaluated the relationship between missing posterior teeth and body mass index with regard to age and socioeconomic state in a sample of the suburban south Indian population.

Materials And Methods: The 500 individuals of both males and females aged 40 years and older with missing posterior teeth and not rehabilitated with any prosthesis were gone through a clinical history, intraoral examination, and anthropometric measurement to get information regarding age, sex, socioeconomic status, missing posterior teeth, and body mass index (BMI). Subjects were divided into five groups according to BMI (underweight > 18.

Pre-surgical Provisional Prosthesis for Immediate Non-occlusal-loaded Flapless Implant.

A 49-year-old patient reported for immediate replacement of missing maxillary anterior teeth with implant-retained prosthesis. Elevation of flap alters the mucosal level, causes discomfort, and delays the restorative procedure. To maintain the esthetics, flapless surgery was planned.

Influence of Teaching Strategies and its Order of Exposure on Pre-Clinical Teeth Arrangement - A Pilot Study.

Introduction: Teeth arrangement is a vital skill for the undergraduate dental student. The attainment of skills depends largely on the methodology of teaching. In a dental curriculum, the students are exposed to a wide variety of inputs and teaching methodologies from different sources.