Publications by authors named "Polineni Swapnika"
The association of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis with periodontitis: A hospital-based case-control study.
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
February 2023
Background Periodontitis can trigger and perpetuate inflammation in several chronic inflammatory diseases. The association of periodontitis with psoriasis has been investigated earlier, but data are incomplete and the influence of confounders has not been fully evaluated. We examined the relationship of dental and periodontal health parameters in patients with psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis.
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- This study investigates the optimal duration for pressure pack placement after tooth extraction to determine its effect on post-extraction bleeding.
- Conducted as a randomized controlled trial with 528 patients, the research compared groups that had pressure packs for either 10 minutes or 60 minutes.
- The results showed no significant difference in bleeding incidence between the two time frames, suggesting that 10 minutes may be sufficient for hemostasis and can help save time in dental practice.
Aim: Evaluate the effect of different chromatic filters of the dental operating microscope on the volumetric shrinkage, surface micro-hardness, and depth of cure of bulk-fill composite.
Methods: Bulk fill composite specimens of 4 mm depth, 4 mm width, and 4 mm length were prepared. Five groups were designed based on a light source under which composite samples were condensed.
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- - The study aimed to explore oral manifestations linked to COVID-19 by examining 367 individuals with mild/moderate symptoms at a hospital and correlating their oral findings with SARS-CoV-2 test results.
- - Results showed that 58% of participants exhibited oral symptoms, with a significant difference between those who tested positive for COVID-19 and those who didn't, particularly regarding xerostomia (dry mouth) and dysgeusia (altered taste).
- - The conclusion highlighted that xerostomia and dysgeusia are prevalent oral issues associated with COVID-19, which can serve as indicators for diagnosis.
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the number of intracanal bacteria extruded apically after instrumentation with three different nickel-titanium rotary instruments.
Materials And Methodology: Forty freshly extracted mandibular premolars were selected, access cavities were prepared, and the teeth were mounted in the bacterial collection apparatus. Root canals were contaminated with a suspension of and incubated for 24 h at 37°C.
Aim: This in vitro study evaluated and compared the marginal adaptation of three newer root canal sealers to root dentin.
Materials And Methods: Thirty freshly extracted human single-rooted teeth with completely formed apices were taken. Teeth were decoronated, and root canals were instrumented.