Publications by authors named "Sowmya Nk"

Objectives: The current study aimed to assess the effects of ascorbic acid augmented albumin platelet-rich fibrin (AA Alb-PRF) on the wound healing activity of human gingival fibroblasts (HGFs) purported to be a regenerative biomaterial in surgical procedures.

Materials And Methods: All assays were performed on three HGF groups, group I: complete media; group II: Alb-PRF, and group III: AA Alb- PRF. Alb-PRF was prepared following the protocol by Fujioka-Kobayashi et al.

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Background: The traditional treatment procedures which aimed at treating periodontal disease did not result in true periodontal regeneration. Unpredictability about osseous defect fill after periodontal flap surgery has stemmed in the research of a variety of regenerative materials. This randomized clinical trial was conducted to compare regenerative potential of Biostite bone graft material with and without Paroguide a bioresorbable membrane in the treatment of periodontal osseous defects.

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Background: One of the prime causes of illness and premature death is smoking. Almost 50% of smokers attempt to quit the habit; however, at most, 2%-3% achieve success. The rationale is that innumerable withdrawal attempts are unplanned, and the most effective cessation aids are unacquainted.

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Objective And Background: Glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c) level can consequently be interpreted as an average of the blood glucose present over the past 3-4 months. Periodontitis is associated with glycemic control in patients with diabetes. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of HbA1c in healthy and periodontitis patients who were previously not diagnosed with diabetes mellitus.

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  • The study investigated the relationship between gingival thickness (GT), gender, gingival recession, and width of keratinized gingiva (WKG) in Indian individuals aged 20-35.
  • Out of 400 participants, 56.75% had thick gingival biotype and 43.25% had thin biotype, with GT measurements for incisors and canines recorded.
  • Results showed no significant link between gender or recession and GT, but a positive correlation was found between WKG and GT.
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Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the antibacterial activity of pure green coffee bean extract on periodonto pathogenic bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg), Prevotella intermedia (Pi), Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn) and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans (Aa).

Materials And Methods: Minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) and minimum bactericidal concentrations (MBC) were used to assess the antibacterial effect of pure green coffee bean extract against periodonto pathogenic bacteria by micro dilution method and culture method, respectively.

Results: MIC values of Pg, Pi and Aa were 0.

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  • Amnion allograft has unique wound-healing capabilities that have not been extensively studied in dentistry, particularly for oral wounds.
  • It was applied alongside a coronally advanced flap technique to treat gingival recession, resulting in complete coverage and improved aesthetics after six months.
  • The inherent properties of amnion allograft suggest it could serve as an effective alternative to traditional methods for treating gingival recession.
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  • The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of a combination of type I collagen membrane and xenogenic bone graft with traditional open flap debridement (OFD) for treating periodontal intrabony defects.
  • Twenty paired defects were treated in a split-mouth design, with one side receiving the test treatment and the other side receiving OFD alone, followed by evaluations at nine months post-surgery.
  • Results showed that the test group had significantly greater improvements in probing pocket depth and clinical attachment level compared to the control group, indicating that the combination treatment is more effective.
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