Bluff Indicators in Medical and Dental Tele-Consultation: A Review.

The global lockdowns have resulted in the popularisation of tele-consultation. Also the anxiety about dental visits and hospital-acquired infections in patients and incidences of dishonesty are increased. Tele-consultation includes patient data collected on phone calls, text messages, and video calls.

Effect of Child Health Drinks on Color Stability of Various Aesthetic Restorative Materials - An Study.

Introduction: In pediatric dentistry, the esthetically pleasing materials have tremendously changed the concept of restorative practice.

Aim And Objectives: 1. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of child health drinks on color stability of various esthetic restorative materials via spectrophotometric analysis and to identify the esthetic restorative material that is color-stable against child health drinks.

Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed Orthodontic Aligners Produced by Different Commercially Available Printers - An Study.

The aim of this study was to compare the mechanical properties of orthodontic aligners among different commercially available 3D printing devices. Three different 3D printers were included in this study (Formlabs Form 2 3D printer; Moonray S100 printer (Sprintray, Los Angeles, CA, USA); Eden500V Stratasys 3D Printers were used to prepare orthodontic aligners with dental. The central incisors of each aligner were cut, prepared, and evaluated in terms of Martens-Hardness (HM), indentation-modulus (E), and elastic-index (η) as per ISO14577-1:2002.

Reinforcement of Teeth Having Reenacted Perforating Internal Resorption Cavities After Repair Using Different Calcium Silicate-based Cements and Backfilling Materials: An Study.

To evaluate the fracture resistance (FR) of the teeth having reenacted perforating internal resorption cavities repaired by distinctive calcium silicate-based cements (CSCs) specifically: Endocem MTA, Biodentine, NeoMTA Plus, and backfilling materials. Ninety-six freshly extracted human mandibular premolar teeth were selected. Twelve roots were used as the negative control group.

An Study to Compare the Shear Bond Strength of Metal and Ceramic Brackets Using Conventional Acid Etch and Self-Etch Primer.

Aim: In this, study's objective is to assess the shear bond strength (SBS) of metal and ceramic orthodontic brackets that have been adhered to enamel using a conventional acid etch/primer and self-etching primer (SEP) adhesive method.

Materials And Methods: One hundred excised human premolars were bonded on brackets and were divided into group 1 -Metal brackets were bonded on teeth and group 2 -Ceramic brackets were bonded on teeth. These two groups were further subdivided: subgroup 1a - 25 metal brackets bonded using conventional acid etch/primer adhesive system, subgroup 1b - 25 metal brackets bonded using SEP, subgroup 2a - 25 ceramic brackets bonded using conventional acid etch/primer adhesive system, and subgroup 2b - 25 ceramic brackets bonded using SEP; brackets were debonded using a computerized Instron universal testing machine.

Neuroectodermal influence in odontogenic cyst and tumor: evidence through CD56 immunoexpression.

Background And Objectives: CD56, associated with neuroectodermal differentiation of the embryonal cells, is often considered a marker of neural lineage. Odontogenic keratocysts (OKCs) are of particular interest because of their characteristic histopathologic features, high recurrence rate, and aggressive behavior. CD56 immunoreactivity in these lesions has been reported with very high frequency.

Dimensional stability and surface hardness of inter-occlusal recording materials.

It is important to choose the appropriate interocclusal registration material for precise articulation and successful dental prosthesis fabrication. 3 types of interocclusal registration materials: Bite registration wax, polyvinyl siloxane bite registration paste and Bisacryl-based bite registration paste were evaluated for dimensional stability and surface hardness at 4 different time intervals. One way ANOVA test, multiple Post Hoc Tukey HSD test and nonparametric test were performed.

Hematological profile of OSMF patients with increasing severity.

Haematological profile of patients with oral sub mucous fibrosis (OSMF) and its correlation with the severity of OSMF is evaluated. The study comprised of sixty participants with clinical diagnoses. They were divided into smaller groups based on the OSMF stage.

The Prevalence and Association of Non-metric Dental Traits With Dentoskeletal Malocclusion and ABO Blood Groups in the Maharashtrian Population.

Introduction Non-metric dental traits (NMDTs) are a fundamental data source in forensic dentistry. Nevertheless, the insufficiency of data regarding the occurrence of these traits has instigated the present research endeavor aimed at ascertaining the prevalence, sexual dimorphism, and extent of inter-trait correlations within the Maharashtrian population of India. The secondary objective was to determine the correlations between NMDTs, dentoskeletal malocclusion, and ABO blood groups.

Comparative evaluation of shear bond strength and penetration of self-etch sealant with and without enamel deproteinization: an in vitro study.

Aim: To compare the shear bond strength and penetration ability of self-etch sealant with and without enamel deproteinization.

Materials And Methods: A total of 37 sound extracted teeth were selected and 31 teeth were used for testing shear bond strength of self-etch sealant. For this, crowns portions of selected teeth were cut longitudinally with a diamond disc into a mesial and distal half, thereby yielding 62 samples.

Assessment of Mesiobuccal Canals in Endodontically Treated Teeth in Indore Population by Cone Beam Computed Tomography: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Owing to the complicated anatomical nature of maxillary molars, untreated root canals may directly affect the outcome of root canal therapy. Therefore, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scan is an important tool in the evaluation of root canal systems, particularly for the detection of the second mesiobuccal (MB2) canal in maxillary molars.

Aims And Objectives: The current study was undertaken to detect and evaluate filled/unfilled MB2 canals in endodontically treated, asymptomatic maxillary molars, and its correlation with periapical pathology by utilizing cone beam computed tomography (CBCT).

The Effect of Varied Time Interval and Micro-Current (Direct) on the Level of Biomarker (IL-6) and Rate of Tooth Movement: An Animal Study.

Introduction: Exogenous application of direct current (DC) on piezoelectric biopolymers results in biochemical modifications in the intracellular/extracellular regions which profoundly affects the pace of bone turnover. A qualitative examination of DC (waveform and frequency) provides ideal qualities of current.

Material And Method: 20 female Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) were randomly selected and divided into control (group 1-4 rats) with orthodontic appliance (OA) and experimental groups (OA + Micro-current (MC).

Endodontic Treatment for a Mesiodens: A Case Report.

Mesiodens are common supernumerary teeth that prominently erupt in the midline between the maxillary central incisors. If two or more mesiodens are present, they are termed mesiodentes, indicating the presence of multiple supernumerary teeth in the midline. These often cause aesthetic disharmony in the anterior teeth due to their abnormal position, leading to extraction in most cases and resulting in midline diastema when impacted or partially erupted.

Finite element analysis (FEA) of stress distribution in platform-switched short dental implants.

The distribution of stress on short platform switched dental implants is of interest. Hence, the mandibular posterior molar area was modelled using a three-dimensional finite element method (FEM) with a continuous 1.5 mm cortical bone thickness and an inner cancellous bone core.

Patients' Perceptions Regarding Acceptance of Dental Implants as an Option for the Replacement of Missing Teeth: An Observational Study.

Introduction: Dental implants enhance the self-assurance and overall well-being of individuals by providing oral comfort during mastication and a notable degree of contentment. The objectives of the present study were to assess patients' perception of opting or non-opting for dental implants as a replacement for missing teeth and to determine the correlation between various factors and perceived demand for dental implant treatment.

Materials And Methods:  A cross-sectional observational study was conducted on 214 partially edentulous individuals aged between 21 and 50 years.

Adjacent Implant Influence on Tooth Restoration in a Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Patient Using Monoblock Post-Fused Crown: A Case Report.

This case report explores how the presence of an adjacent implant influenced the restoration of a tooth with pulpitis in a gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) patient. A patient with GERD requires a tooth-colored crown not only for aesthetics but also to address potential galvanic concerns arising from an adjacent implant. GERD, a condition causing non-cavity erosion, weakens tooth structure over time, presenting significant challenges in treatment.

Developing Odontoma in the Mandible of an Eight-Year-Old Boy.

Benign mixed odontogenic tumors have been repeatedly classified and reclassified over the past few decades. Odontoma is considered a hamartoma due to its slow growth and non-aggressive nature. We present an interesting case of developing odontoma in an eight-year-old boy.

Modified Eyelet Wiring: A Technical Note.

Introduction: The objective of establishing intra-operative occlusion by temporary inter-maxillary fixation remains constant even with evolving principles for the treatment of facial fractures.

Material And Methods: In the novel technique, a pre-stretched 24- gauge round stainless-steel wire of six inches length is used.

Results: The novel technique is a modification of the conventional eyelet wiring, which can achieve both horizontal stabilization and maxillo-mandibular fixation.

Efficacy of Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy vs Conventional Scaling and Root Planing.

Background: This study compares the effectiveness of laser-assisted periodontal therapy (LAPT) to conventional scaling and root planing (SRP) in the treatment of periodontal disease.

Materials And Methods: Patients with periodontal disease were divided into two groups. One group received LAPT, while the other group underwent conventional SRP.

Evaluation of Usage of Different Diagnostic Aids for Oral Cancer by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons: An Original Research.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess how oral and maxillofacial surgeons used various diagnostic tools for oral cancer.

Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional methodology was used, and a standardized questionnaire was given to oral and maxillofacial surgeons randomly chosen sample. The questionnaire gathered information on demographics and the use of diagnostic tools.

Evaluation of Crestal Bone Levels using Simvastatin as an Adjuvant Around Immediate Implants - A Clinico Radiographic Study.

Objective: Simvastatin was used as an adjuvant medication in this clinico-radiographic investigation to assess the impact on crestal bone levels around immediate implantation.

Materials And Methods: A randomized controlled trial with 50 patients who needed an implant placed right away was done. Simvastatin was used as an adjuvant in groups ((Group A), whereas group (Group B)) served as the control group for the participants.

Community Water Fluoridation and its Influence on Periodontal Health in Different Age Groups.

Background: Community water fluoridation is a well-recognized public health initiative known for its efficacy in preventing dental cavities. The positive effects of fluoride on tooth enamel have led to widespread implementation of water fluoridation programs.

Materials And Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 1,000 participants from diverse age groups, spanning children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, residing in both fluoridated and non-fluoridated communities.