Child's friendly dental attire, a game changer for anxiety and pain management in dental environment, a randomized clinical trial.

Dental anxiety usually stands in the way of obtaining adequate dental treatment, and the dental setting and team are considered factors that may affect dental anxiety. Many cross-sectional studies have indicated that dentally anxious children prefer their dentist to wear friendly attire rather than a conventional white coat, but no clinical trial has detected the effect of wearing a child's friendly attire on anxiety levels among young patients. A total of 120 children were enrolled in this study and divided into four groups in which the dentists wore either friendly attire or white coat in the reception and treatment areas.

Effectiveness of a dental simulation game on reducing pain and anxiety during primary molars pulpotomy compared with tell-show-do technique in pediatric patients: a randomized clinical trial.

Background: Dental simulation games are virtual educational games that help children get familiar with different dental procedures. This study aimed to evaluate the pretreatment exposure to the "Baby Panda Dental Care" game in reducing pain and anxiety in comparison with the tell-show-do (TSD) technique during primary molars pulpotomy for patients aged 6-10 years.

Materials And Methods: It was a triple-blinded, two-arm, parallel-group, randomized, active-controlled trial.

The Management of Hyperplastic Pulpitis in Immature Permanent Molar Using Vital Pulp Therapy: A Case Report with 12 Months Follow-Up.

Hyperplastic pulpitis is an irreversible type of pulpitis that primarily affects young patients. It occurs when an inflamed pulp becomes exposed due to factors such as dental caries, dental trauma, or other causes. Root canal treatment is commonly employed to manage hyperplastic pulpitis.

Evaluation of the modified 3Mix-Simvastatin combination in non-instrumental endodontic therapy of necrotic primary molars: A two-arm randomized controlled trial.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the clinical and radiographic outcomes of non-instrumentation endodontic treatment (NIET) using a modified antibiotic mix of cefixime, ciprofloxacin and metronidazole with simvastatin (an anti-inflammatory, bone regeneration drug) on necrotic primary molars compared to conventional pulpectomy to help preservation of necrotic primary teeth until its natural exfoliation.

Materials And Methods: Forty mandibular primary second molars with necrotic pulp tissue from 38 healthy patients aged between 4 and 8 years were randomly assigned to two groups with a 1:1 allocation ratio. Group A teeth underwent conventional root canal treatment.

Effectiveness of Apple Cider Vinegar and Mechanical Removal on Dental Plaque and Gingival Inflammation of Children With Cerebral Palsy.

Background This study was designed to evaluate the effect of apple cider vinegar (ACV) 5% and mechanical plaque removal with a manual toothbrush on dental plaque and gingivitis. The objective was to study available, natural, and inexpensive ways to improve oral health status among the studied group. Materials and methods A randomized clinical trial was performed on 50 children with cerebral palsy aged from three to six years.

Apert Syndrome: Dental management considerations and objectives.

Background: Apert syndrome (AS) is a rare congenital disorder that correlates with many craniofacial features, like craniosynostosis, midfacial malformation, and symmetrical syndactyly of the hands and feet.

Aim: This paper describes the facial and oral manifestations in a 20-year-old female previously diagnosed with AS, discusses the complex dental treatment plan and treatments, including the use of a customized toothbrush handle to enhance the patient's brushing ability.

Results: A satisfactory outcome was provided, and the patients quality of life improved significantly due to this comprehensive multi-disciplinary care process.

Does Customized Handle Toothbrush Influence Dental Plaque Removal in Children with Down Syndrome? A Randomized Controlled Trial.

The present study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of customized handle toothbrush in dental plaque removal in children with Down syndrome in comparison to children with no special needs. A randomized clinical trial was performed on 48 children aged 6-9 years old. Participants were divided into two groups (n = 24, children with no special needs or with Down syndrome).

Assessing the topical application efficiency of two biological agents in managing chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis in children: A randomized clinical trial.

Background: oral mucositis is one of the most annoying complications of chemotherapy. This randomized clinical trial aimed to assess the efficiency of Aloe Vera and Olive Oil in managing chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis.

Methods: 36 children between 6 and 9 years and suffering from grade 3 or 4 oral mucositis, according to the World Health Organization (W.

Efficacy of Aloe-Vera Use for Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Oral Mucositis in Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.

Oral mucositis can be caused by chemotherapy and can affect a patient's quality of life. Nowadays, to prevent chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis (CIOM) is a crucial point in palliative care centers. This trial aimed to assess the effectiveness of aloe-vera in that concept.