Estimation of Levels of Salivary Pyridinoline Cross-Linked Carboxyterminal Telopeptide of Type I Collagen (ICTP) in Periodontally Healthy and Diseased Patients at Various Time Intervals Before and After Periodontal Therapy.

Introduction: The bacterial plaque in the tooth-supporting tissues is the main cause of inflammatory conditions called periodontal diseases. Thus, the aim of this study is to determine the levels of intercellular matrix protein (ICTP) in patients with gingivitis and periodontitis and those who are periodontally healthy, both before and after treatment at different times.

Materials And Methods: Thirty clinical parameters (bleeding on probing, probing pocket depth, and clinical attachment loss) were measured at baseline, one month, three months, and six months after the patients were divided into three groups of 60.

A Comparative Evaluation of Efficacy of BioMin F and Propolis Containing Toothpastes on Dentinal Tubule Occlusion with and Without Use of an Adjunct 810 nm Diode Laser: An Scanning Electron Microscope Study.

Introduction: Dentinal hypersensitivity (DH) is a common chronic condition that affects a high proportion of the adult population and is one of the main reasons why patients seek dental opinion and treatment. Despite considerable success in reducing DH, unfortunately, most of the present methods can provide only temporary and unpredictable desensitization. Therefore, new treatment methods that are effective for long periods and at the same time do not have the complications are needed.

IL-17, A Possible Salivary Biomarker for Preterm Birth in Females with Periodontitis.

Background: Previous studies have suggested that chronic periodontal infection may be associate with preterm births and low birth weight. The present study was conducted to evaluate the levels of interleukin-17 (IL-17) in saliva samples of pregnant females as a possible marker in determining whether or not an association exists between chronic periodontitis and preterm labor.

Aim: The aim of the study is to assess the relation between the periodontal health status and preterm low birth weight of the new born on the basis of salivary IL-17 levels.

Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude of Expectant Mothers Regarding Effect of Their Oral Health and Its Influence on the Infant Oral Health.

Introduction: Good oral health during pregnancy and infancy is important for the overall health and well-being of mother and child, respectively.

Aim: To assess the knowledge and attitude of expectant mothers regarding the effect of their oral health and its influence on infant oral health.

Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among expectant mothers.

Efficacy of Photodynamic Therapy and Lasers as an Adjunct to Scaling and Root Planing in the Treatment of Aggressive Periodontitis - A Clinical and Microbiologic Short Term Study.

Introduction: Aggressive periodontitis comprises a group of rare, severe, rapidly progressive form of periodontitis. Conventional treatment includes mechanical debridement augmented with adjunctive antimicrobial therapy. Development of antibiotic resistance has led to use of lasers.

Comparative evaluation of the efficacy of curcumin gel with and without photo activation as an adjunct to scaling and root planing in the treatment of chronic periodontitis: A split mouth clinical and microbiological study.

Aims And Objectives: Harnessing Mother Nature's bountiful remedies for rejuvenation has been in vogue since time immemorial. Turmeric contains the polyphenol Curcumin in its rhizome. It produces reactive oxygen species (ROS) with visible light irradiation as photodynamic therapy (PDT) - which validates its use in the treatment of periodontitis.

Assessment of subjective intensity of pain during ultrasonic supragingival calculus removal: A comparative study.

Background: The background of the following study is to measure the subjective intensity of pain using the verbal rating scale (VRS) during supragingival scaling in relation to mandibular anteriors, with an ultrasonic scaler, with 2 different inserts (Slimline and Focus spray)- split mouth study.

Materials And Methods: A total of 30 subjects with a combination of 17 males and 13 females with the chronic generalized gingivitis with a minimum calculus score of 1 (CSSI - Ennever J 1961) who reported to Department of Periodontics, Yenepoya Dental College, Mangalore were chosen for the study. Ultrasonic magnetostrictive scaler unit CAVITRON BOBCAT PRO(®)- (DENTSPLY) with maximum power setting at 130A and 25kHZ frequency with 2 different inserts i.

A study to evaluate and compare the efficacy of preprocedural mouthrinsing and high volume evacuator attachment alone and in combination in reducing the amount of viable aerosols produced during ultrasonic scaling procedure.

Background And Objectives: In recent years, ultrasonics has gained prime importance and is considered a valuable tool in the dentist's armamentarium. Studies have confirmed that an aerosolized bacterial contamination is produced during the use of ultrasonic scalers.

Aim: To evaluate and compare the efficacy of preprocedural mouthrinsing using a bis-biguanide (chlorhexidine gluconate 0.

Comparative evaluation of oxygen saturation levels using pulse oxymeter during nonsurgical and surgical periodontal therapy in chronic periodontitis patients.

Background And Aim: Monitoring is the global method of observation and data recording in relation to body organ and system function that afford constant information to ensure continuous evalutation of the patient's physical condition. Basic monitoring provides essential information for assessing the vital signs, both circulatory and respiratory, and fundamentally comprises the control of blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR) and rhythm. Pulse oxymetry is used to record HR and oxygen saturation.