Evaluating the efficacy of cavity disinfection using methylene blue dye with 660-nm diode laser on primary molars: An in vivo study.

Background And Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of methylene blue dye with 660-nm diode laser in cavity disinfection and to compare the total bacterial count in dentinal samples preexcavation, postexcavation, and postdisinfection. The study design was experimental in vivo.

Materials And Methods: Fifteen children aged 5-12 years with 15 primary molars requiring atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) were selected.

Evaluation of antimicrobial efficacy of ethanolic extract of Cuminium Cyminium as intracanal medicament on common bacteria of endodontic infections: An study.

Context: Antimicrobial intracanal medicaments play a vital role in successful outcome of any endodontic procedure. One such plant extract Cuminium cyminium, as intracanal medicaments needs to be researched.

Aims: The purpose of this study was in vitro assessment of the antibacterial activity of ethanol extract of C.

Retentive strength of luting cements for stainless steel crowns: A systematic review.

Background: Stainless steel crowns (SSCs) are unique coronal restorative materials used commonly in the management of primary teeth with extensive caries.

Aim: The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review to evaluate the retentive strength of luting cements for SSCs.

Materials And Methods: Two reviewers performed a database search of the studies published from 2004 till date.

Prospective analysis of factors associated with dental behavior management problems, in children aged 7-11 years.

Aim: To determine the prevalence of child behavior management problems (BMP) and to analyze the influence and predictive power of nondental and dental background variables on BMP.

Study Design: Prospective analytical study.

Materials And Methods: The study group included 165 children aged 7-11 years who received comprehensive dental treatment, after obtaining written informed consent.

Effortless way of bonding a lingual retainer.

Post orthodontic treatment, retention is one of the most important step for prevention of relapse. Over the years many direct and indirect techniques for placing a bonded lingual retainer have been practiced clinically. Present clinical practice demands a much convenient and effortless technique for bonding a lingual retainer.