Orofacial granulomatosis as a manifestation of sarcoidosis: A rare case report.

Orofacial granulomatosis (OFG) is an uncommon clinicopathological condition describing patients who have oral lesions characterized by persistent labial enlargement, oral ulcers and a variety of other orofacial features. Sarcoidosis is a systemic non-caseating granulomatous disorder of unknown etiology that may affect multiple organ systems. As a systemic disease, it is well documented in existing literature.

A comparative analysis of root surface biomodification with ethylene diamine tetra acetic acid and tetracycline hydrochloride: An in vitro scanning electron microscopic study.

Background: The outcome of periodontal regenerative therapy depends upon the of the biocompatibility root surfaces to the regenerating periodontal tissues. This in vitro scanning electron microscopic (SEM) study was designed to evaluate and compare the demineralizing efficacy of ethylene diamine tetra acetic acid (EDTA), with that of tetracycline hydrochloride applied on to the mechanically treated root surfaces of periodontally involved tooth.

Methods: Forty specimens were prepared from teeth extracted due to advanced periodontal disease and divided into two groups.