Comparison of Microleakage and Bond Strength in Metal and Ceramic Brackets Cured by Conventional and Transillumination Methods: An Evaluation.

Background: The study explores the impact of microleakage on bracket (metal/ceramic) debonding and the occurrence of white spot lesions during orthodontic treatment. Various curing techniques are employed to assess shear bond strength (SBS) and microleakage in both metal and ceramic brackets.

Materials And Methods: A total of 120 samples were divided into six groups, each consisting of 20 samples.

Comparison between Tanaka-Johnston and Boston University Approach for Prediction of Mesiodistal Width of Canines and Premolars in Mixed Dentition Children: A Cross-sectional Study.

Introduction: Malocclusion, a common dental issue in children, necessitates early intervention to mitigate future orthodontic challenges. Predictive methodologies like Tanaka and Johnston analysis (TJA) and Boston University approach (BUA) aid in mixed and primary dentition analysis for optimal treatment planning. This study aimed to compare TJA and BUA in predicting the mesiodistal width of unerupted permanent canines and premolars and assess gender-based variations.

Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth Prepared With Biologically Oriented Preparation Technique Versus Horizontal Finish Lines: An In Vitro Study.

Introduction: The biologically oriented preparation technique (BOPT) is a conservative tooth preparation method with no defined finish lines. Studies comparing the fracture resistance of endodontically treated teeth (ETT) prepared using BOPT or horizontal finish lines are lacking. The primary objective of this study was to compare the fracture resistance of ETT prepared using BOPT, chamfer finish line, or shoulder finish line and restored with monolithic zirconia (MZ) crowns.

Association of Demographic Disparities in Maternal Oral Hygiene Status, Caries Experience, and Oral Health Behavior Toward Children in Chengalpattu District, India: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background And Objective:  Mothers are the primary caregivers throughout early childhood, playing a vital role in developing their child's oral health behavior, as oral conditions in primary teeth can have a considerable negative impact on the child's growth. This study aims to assess the association between maternal oral hygiene status, caries experience, and oral health behavior (OHB) toward their children.

Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 226 mothers of children aged nine months to three years visiting the primary health centers (PHCs) in urban (n = 113) and rural (n = 113) areas of Chengalpattu district, India.

Orthodontic bracket failure rate after bonding with and without primer - A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To compare the difference in failure rates between orthodontic brackets bonded with light-cured primer and those bonded without primer.

Material And Methods: An electronic search of five databases and additional manual searches were performed until January 2024. Randomized and prospective non-randomized controlled trials directly comparing the bracket failure rate with and without primer.

Comparative analysis of an epoxy resin-based and a premixed calcium silicate-based sealer's push-out bond strength with and without incorporation of chitosan nanoparticles: An investigation.

Aim And Objectives: The aim of the study was to compare and evaluate the push-out bond strength (POBS) of epoxy resin-based and calcium silicate-based sealers with and without incorporating chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs).

Methodology: Eighty human mandibular premolars with a single canal were taken. A standard root length of 15 mm was established.

Comparative analysis of remineralizing efficacy of strontium-doped bioactive glass, BioMin, and NovaMin containing dentifrice on artificial white spot lesions after chlorhexidine pretreatment - An study.

Aim: This study aimed to compare the remineralizing efficacy of strontium-doped bioactive glass, BioMin, and NovaMin containing dentifrices on artificial white spot lesions (WSLs) after chlorhexidine (CHX) pretreatment using energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX).

Materials And Methodology: Twenty-four samples of maxillary first premolars extracted for orthodontic purposes were selected. Artificial WSLs were produced by immersing the samples in a prepared demineralizing solution for 3 days.

Comparative Assessment of Compomers and Ormocers as Pit and Fissure Sealants in Permanent Molars among Children Aged 7-9 Years.

Introduction: In recent years, the dental profession's focus has shifted from the therapeutic to the preventive aspect of dental caries. Pit and fissure sealants, optimal fluoridation, healthy dietary habits, and good oral hygiene have been recommended for caries prevention. Many sealant materials are available on the market.

Correlation of Personality, Temperament, and Behavior of Children in the Dental Environment.

Aim And Background: A child's temperament, influenced by inborn traits and emotional regulation, can impact their dental behavior and caries risk. Parenting styles, such as authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, or neglectful, also play a significant role. Authoritative parenting tends to yield more favorable dental outcomes, while permissive parenting can lead to a higher prevalence of caries.

Comparative evaluation of three different behavior management techniques among children aged 6-12 years in dental practice: A single-center, double-blind, randomized controlled trial.

Background: Dental anxiety is characterized by distress in anticipation of dental visits, which may result in a child's refusal to undergo treatment and, ultimately, lead to parents' reluctance towards dental care.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of the tell-show-do technique, modeling technique and yogic relaxation technique in the reduction of dental anxiety among children aged 6-12 years.

Material And Methods: The study was an interventional, parallel-group, single-center, double-blind, randomized controlled trial conducted on 120 children who required restorative treatment without the use of local anesthesia.

Comparative Analysis of the Effects of Two Different Drill Designs on Insertion Torque and Primary Stability during Osteotomy - An Animal Study.

Objective: This study aims to evaluate the effects of two drill designs on insertion torque (IT) and implant stability quotient (ISQ) during osteotomy.

Methodology: This animal study involved eight female New Zealand white rabbits divided into two groups: Group A underwent osteotomy using standard drills from the Zimmer surgical kit, and Group B used Densah drills. IT values and ISQ were taken during and after implant placement.

Evaluating the Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in Accelerating Healing and Reducing Complications in Oral Surgery.

Background: The process of curing and regaining the integrity of damaged tissues is known as healing. An autologous concentration of platelets embedded in plasma is known as platelet-rich plasma (PRP).

Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate the role of PRP in the fast healing of wounds and complications in oral surgical procedures.

Evaluating the Depth of Penetration of Calcium Hydroxide Mixed With Three Different Herbal Essential Oils Using a Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope.

Introduction The goal of endodontic therapy is to completely eliminate the infection and stop microbes from infecting or reinfecting the root canal and the periradicular tissues. Amongst the primary microorganisms,  (), a Gram-positive anaerobe, is the main cause of pulpal and periapical inflammation causing root canal failure. Literature evidence shows that the gold-standard calcium hydroxide is ineffective against due to its resistance to the alkaline pH and proton pump mechanism.

Reliability of Moyer's and Tanaka Johnston's prediction methods in a non-Caucasian heterogeneous population - a cross-sectional study.

Mixed dentition analyses are used to determine possible tooth-size and arch-length discrepancies during the transition from primary to permanent dentition. Prediction methods using a probability table or linear regression equation use the sum of the mesiodistal widths of mandibular permanent incisors to predict the mesiodistal width of unerupted permanent teeth. Racial and sexual variations and sexual dimorphism in tooth size have been reported.

Enhancing Anterior Esthetic Zone Implant Placement Through Bone Manipulation Techniques: A Case Series.

Replacement of missing teeth using dental implants has become the most frequently performed procedure. Following tooth loss, buccolingual bone width decreases significantly compromising the successful placement of dental implants. Various treatment modalities have been advocated in scenarios with insufficient buccolingual bone width like narrow diameter implant placement, horizontal guided bone regeneration, ridge splitting technique, and osseodensification.

Evaluation of Surgical Outcomes of Zygomatic Implant-Supported Rehabilitation of Atrophic Maxillary Arches - A Prospective Study.

Introduction: Prosthetic rehabilitation with implants in the atrophic edentulous maxilla often requires a bone augmentation procedure to enable implant placement and integration. However, rigid anchorage can also be achieved using long zygomatic implants. The aim of this study was to evaluate the surgical outcomes of rehabilitation of atrophic posterior maxillary ridges with zygomatic implants using the zygomatic success code (ZSC) and derive the success grade for the procedure based on the observed results.

Unicystic ameloblastoma: Clinico-radiological and histopathological correlation with management.

Unicystic ameloblastoma is a distinct entity of ameloblastoma characterized by slow growth and locally aggressive behavior. This retrospective study aimed to assess the efficacy of different treatment modalities of unicystic ameloblastoma, focusing on clinico-radiological and histopathological features. Data from patients diagnosed with unicystic ameloblastoma were retrospectively analyzed.

The Effect of Light-emitting Diode Light Intensities and Duration of Cure on Pulpal Wall Temperature among Different Classes of Teeth.

Introduction: The thermal changes during light curing of resin-based composites (RBCs) are recognized, but there is a lack of information about temperature changes in pulp tissue under different curing protocols, especially during bonding of orthodontic brackets onto the tooth surface. In the present study, pulpal temperature (PT) variation induced by the use of four different light cure intensities and different durations of cure among different classes of teeth was measured.

Materials And Methods: A total of 80 different classes of human extracted teeth (maxillary and mandibular central incisor, lateral incisor, canine, premolar, and molar) were irradiated at the same distances with four visible light curing intensities.

Exploring Genetic Link of Residual Ridge Resorption in Completely Edentulous Individuals: A Prospective Case-Control Clinical Study.

Background: Residual ridge resorption presents obstacles in prosthodontic treatment, affecting denture stability and the success of dental implants. Genetic elements, specifically the single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) 1772C>T variant within the hypoxia-inducible factor 1 subunit alpha (HIF-1α) gene, are hypothesized to contribute to residual ridge resorption progression. Nevertheless, its impact remains insufficiently investigated, especially within the context of South Indian populations.

The Clinical Incorporation of the 2017 Classification of Periodontal Disease Conditions Part II: The Association Between Clinical Parameters and Gender.

Background The implementation of the new classification system guided clinicians in the best way for disease diagnosis and patient management. The advent of definitions such as clinical gingival health additionally helped in distinguishing between intact and reduced periodontium. The purpose behind introducing new systems was to guide practitioners to improve on managing the requirements of the patients effectively.

Clinical Incorporation of the 2017 Classification of Periodontal Diseased Conditions: Part I (Diagnosis of Periodontitis Involving Data From 4,993 Patients).

Background The new classification system for periodontal and peri-implant diseases mentioned a few key points, including (1) "clinical gingival health," which was defined for the first time, and (2) staging and grading system. Thus, the present study defines the practicability of using the current classification system in day-to-day practice. Aim The primary aim of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the new classification system for periodontal and peri-implant diseases and its application in routine dental practices.

Matrix metalloproteinase inhibitors in restorative dentistry.

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) have been identified as agents that disintegrate the collagen structures of dental hybrid layers, resulting in reduced restorative bond strength. Multiple MMP inhibitors (MMPIs) are known to counteract this degenerative mechanism, thereby preserving bond strength and promoting the longevity of resin-based restorations. Additionally, literature suggests that certain MMPI materials possess antimicrobial/anticariogenic properties, potentially reducing the risk of secondary caries development.

Risk Factors of Early Childhood Caries among Preschool Children in Madipakkam, Chennai: Cross-Sectional Survey.

Background: Early childhood caries (ECC) is a major oral health problem, mainly in socially disadvantaged populations. ECC affects infants and preschool children worldwide.

Aim: A survey to identify the factors influencing the ECC among preschool children in Madipakkam, Chennai.

Prevalence of Dental Caries among Thermal Power Station Workers in South India.

Introduction: An increase in the trend of rapid industrialization has resulted in the mushrooming of industries in various sectors throughout the world. This study tries to document caries prevalence among thermal power station workers in South India.

Materials And Methods: A pilot study was conducted among 53 thermal power station workers, and based on the same, the sample size was calculated.