Patient specific total temporomandibular joint reconstruction: A review of biomaterial, designs, fabrication and outcomes.

Purpose: The aim of this article was to systematically review the available literature on patient specific total temporomandibular joint total joint replacement (PS-TMJR) implants for their biomaterial, designs, fabrication techniques and their outcomes.

Methods: A literature review was conducted using PubMed, and science direct databases using the key words three-dimensional printing, 3D printing, CAD CAM, computer aided designing, computer aided manufacturing, additive technology, custom made implants, patient specific implants in combination with Temporomandibular joint, TMJ surgery.

Results: The search revealed 2760 articles, of which 374 were in English and discussed TMJ reconstruction.

Edutainment in dental curriculum-A systematic review.

Background And Objectives: Entertainment-education an emerging new concept has garnered light from many educators and researchers. The study expounds on incorporation of edutainment in dental curriculum, using animations, and games. The review is an expositor of the designs of educational tools devised, the advantages, limitations and students perception towards the unconventional pedagogy technique.

Influence of parental authority in development of dental fear among adolescents.

Background And Objectives: Dental fear among adolescents may be associated with parenting style, however, there is little research of its effect in the Indian population. Hence, this study was planned to explore the association between dental fear and parental authority and to analyze the most common parenting style practiced in India.

Methods: 43 participants in the age group of 12-18 years were enrolled in the study after their parents informed consent.