Prevalence of C-shaped Canals and Three-rooted Mandibular Molars Using CBCT in a Selected Thai Population.

Introduction: C-shaped canals and three rooted mandibular molars are challenging to treat. These anatomies are commonly found in mandibular molars, especially in the Mongoloid population. However, there is no report on these anatomies using cone-beam computed tomography on all three mandibular molars in Thais.

Activity of chitosan antifungal denture adhesive against common Candida species and Candida albicans adherence on denture base acrylic resin.

Statement Of Problem: Candida adherence to the denture base is an important cause of denture stomatitis. In addition, infections with drug-resistant Candida have become more prevalent, especially among elderly and immunocompromised patients. Thus, alternative safe antifungal agents for oral applications are needed.

Age estimation methods using hand and wrist radiographs in a group of contemporary Thais.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy and reliability of three commonly used age estimation methods in Thailand: Greulich-Pyle, Tanner-Whitehouse and Fishman.

Materials And Methods: Three hundred and sixty-five hand and wrist radiographs of 8-20 years old Thai patients were retrospectively collected. The radiographs were taken between 2011-2016.