Analyzing the Bioactivity of a Novel Bone Cement: An In Vitro Study.

Aim: To analyze the effect of bioactive bone cement (BBC) placed in a phosphate buffer saline solution in comparison to mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA).

Methodology: Ten samples each of BBC (group 1) and MTA (group 2) were prepared and stored in a phosphate buffer saline solution. After three days of storage, white precipitates were formed on the surface of the samples.

Functionalized Nanoparticles: A Paradigm Shift in Regenerative Endodontic Procedures.

Clinical treatment of inflamed tooth pulp mostly involves the removal of the entire pulp tissue. Because the vitality of the tooth is important for its ability to function, optimal regenerative biomaterials must be developed to maintain the vitality. Despite vast advances in the field of endodontics, the clinical translation of regenerative endodontic procedures and materials remains challenging.

Comparative Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Effect of Mangosteen, Triphala, Chitosan, and 2% Chlorhexidine on Mono- and Dual-Species Biofilms of - and Candida albicans: An in Vitro Study.

Objective: The purpose of this in vitro study was to compare the antimicrobial effectiveness of 2% chlorhexidine gel, 0.5% chitosan, ethanol extract of mangosteen pericarp, and Triphala used as intracanal medicaments against Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans in mono- and dual-species biofilms.

Methods: Bioactive components in the ethanol extract of mangosteen pericarp and Triphala were evaluated by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GCMS).

Evaluation of the Antibacterial Efficacy of Daptomycin, Gentamicin, and Calcium Hydroxide-Antibiotic Combinations on Dentinal Biofilm: An Study.

Aim: To evaluate the antibacterial efficacy of calcium hydroxide (CH) with antibiotic combinations: daptomycin and gentamicin against ( dentinal biofilm.

Materials And Methods: Sixty freshly extracted single-rooted mandibular premolars were inoculated with (ATCC 29212) ( = 30) (group A) and clinical isolates ( = 30) (group B) for 3 weeks to form a biofilm. The tooth samples of groups A and B were randomly divided into three subgroups of 10 each, groups 1A and 1B (CH), groups 2A and 2B (CH+G), groups 3A and 3B (CH+D), depending on the medicaments to be placed for one week.

Evaluation of the effect of collagen stabilizing agents like chitosan and proanthocyanidin on the shear bond strength to dentin and microleakage of resin composite at enamel and cemental walls: An study.

Objectives: The objective is to evaluate the effect of collagen stabilizing agents-chitosan and proanthocyanidin (PA) on the shear bond strength to dentin and microleakage of resin composite at enamel and cemental walls.

Materials And Methods: Thirty premolars were decoronated 2 mm above cemento-enamel junction and restored with composite resin. Teeth were then randomly divided into three groups: Group I - Control, Group II - Pre-treatment with chitosan, and Group III - Pre-treatment with PA.

Prevalence of impacted permanent mandibular second molars in South Indian population: A cross-sectional study.

Aims: The aim of this study is to retrospectively determine the prevalence of impacted second molars and associated dental and radiographic findings in South Indian population.

Settings And Design: Cross-sectional design.

Materials And Methods: Dental records of 4976 patients depending on the selection criteria from various dental clinics in South India were retrospectively analyzed in this study.