Efficacy and Safety of Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold (BVS) - Absorb in Acute Myocardial Infarction - A 45 Month Follow Up Study.

Aim: Bioresorbable vascular scaffolds (BVS) over the years have emerged as a new treatment option in coronary revascularization. There is a limited data on the use of these novel devices in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety feasibility and efficacy of BVS implantation in patients with AMI.

Alternate method for endocardial pacemaker lead implantation: A hybrid mini-thoracotomy approach.

Although the conventional methods for endo-cardial pacemaker lead implantation via subclavian or cephalic or axillary vein routes is common, but sometimes due to anatomical variations it is not feasible to access these veins Emergence of newer techniques are useful for lead implantation. This case report focuses on a hybrid approach of combined mini-thoracotomy for endocardial pacemaker lead implantation. This fluoroscopy guided minimal thoracotomy approach with endocardial MRI compatible lead placement had the benefits of simple procedural, minimal hospital stay, low early complication rates and economically viable to the patient.

Implantation of the Micra transcatheter pacing system: A single center North India experience.

Background: The leadless pacemaking transcatheter system, Micra, is a miniaturized, single-chamber pacemaker system. We report herein our experience with implantation of the Micra TPS system.

Objective: The current study was conducted to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the leadless Micra Transcatheter Pacemaker System (Medtronic).

Development and validation of a predictive model for periodontitis using NHANES 2011-2012 data.

Aim: To develop and validate a predictive model for moderate-to-severe periodontitis in the adult USA population, with data from the 2011-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) cycle.

Material And Methods: A subset of 3017 subjects aged >30 years, with >14 teeth present and having received a periodontal examination in addition to data collected on cardio-metabolic risk measures (smoking habit, body mass index [BMI], blood pressure, total cholesterol and glycated haemoglobin [HbA1c]) were used for model development by multivariable logistic regression.

Results: The prevalence of moderate and severe periodontitis using CDC/AAP classification was 37.

Impact of Glycemic Levels in Type 2 Diabetes on Periodontitis.

Aim: The aim is to study the effect of glycemic level in Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors on periodontal health.

Materials And Method: Type 2 diabetic and nondiabetic patients in the age group of 35-80 years ( = 1700) were recruited for the study. Periodontal examination included as follows: Probing depth, clinical attachment level (CAL), gingival recession, and bleeding on probing.

Are cardiovascular risk parameters and glycemic levels associated with periodontitis in type 2 diabetes patients? A clinical study.

This study investigated the associations between cardiovascular risk parameters, glycemic level and periodontitis in the diabetic adult population. BMI (body mass index), total cholesterol and triglyceride was used as cardiovascular risk measure and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) was recorded for glycemic levels. Study results provide evidence of significant association between periodontal disease, cardiovascular risk and glycemic levels.

Comparative evaluation of enamel abrasivity by toothbrush and velcro: An in vitro scanning electron microscope study.

Context: Plaque control has been shown to be pivotal in maintaining the optimal periodontal health. Mechanical plaque control is the most popular option for establishing the optimal oral health. Toothbrushes have been the novel tool for mechanical cleansing.

Papilla preserving modified roll technique for stage 2 soft tissue augmentation.

The aim of the article is to describe a modification of the roll flap, performed at the implant second surgical stage, allowing the correction of small horizontal defects by enhancing the soft-tissue thickness and improving the buccal soft-tissue profile. The advantages for this modification lies in the fact to preserve the papilla morphology and enhancement of the soft-tissue esthetic results.

Peri-implant and periodontal tissues: a review of differences and similarities.

The health and vitality of an osseointegrated implant depends on the surrounding supporting tissues, which not only anchor the implant to the bone but also have the important function of providing a protective seal. The aim of this article is to provide a basic understanding of differences and similarities between the periodontal and peri-implant tissues at the histologic, clinical, and immunologic levels; it is essential to know these differences and similarities during the clinical handling of these similar-looking tissues. The comparative features are of clinical relevance because it is critical to understand the behavior of the soft tissue found around the tooth and implant.

Biofilm and dental implant: The microbial link.

Mouth provides a congenial environment for the growth of the microorganisms as compared to any other part of the human body by exhibiting an ideal nonshedding surface. Dental plaque happens to be a diverse community of the microorganisms found on the tooth surface. Periodontal disease and the peri-implant disease are specific infections that are originating from these resident microbial species when the balance between the host and the microbial pathogenicity gets disrupted.

The peri-implant esthetics: An unforgettable entity.

Esthetic demands in today's world of dentistry are scaling new heights, and are driven by the zest to look beautiful. The soft tissue esthetics around implants is the foci of attention, which, if failed to meet, leads to unacceptable esthetic failure. The aim of this article is to give a brief overview of the various vital parameters influencing the esthetics governing the peri-implant area.