Publications by authors named "Mamtha Bashyam"

Aim: The aim of the study was to find out the effect of sugar-free chewing gums (xylitol and sorbitol) on plaque and gingivitis among 14-15-year-old school children.

Materials And Methods: A single center, double-blind, randomized controlled trial was conducted on 14-15-year-old children. Sample size was determined to be 48.

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Introduction: Oral Health Education (OHE) in schools is routinely delivered by the dentist. Another approach which can be cost-effective, easily accessible and equally effective is the trained group of peer students.

Aim: The objective of the present study was to assess and compare the effectiveness of peer-led and conventional method (dentist-led), OHE on oral health status, oral health knowledge, attitude and practices among 12-15 year old government school children in Bengaluru South Zone-I at baseline, 3 months and 6 months.

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