Innovations in Screening and Diagnosis of Periodontal Disease in Tobacco Users: A Review.

Tobacco use is a significant risk factor for periodontal disease, a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the supporting structures of the teeth. Early detection and intervention are crucial for preventing the progression of periodontal disease and its associated complications. This review paper explores recent innovations in the screening and diagnosis of periodontal disease, with a focus on advancements in technology and methodologies for assessing periodontal health in tobacco users.

Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM) and Peripheral Blood Mesenchymal Stem Cells (PBMSCs) in the management of intraosseous defects - A randomized clinical trial.

Objective: A combination of peripheral blood mesenchymal stem cells (PBMSCs) and platelet rich fibrin matrix (PRFM) could be a probable periodontal regenerative material with the synergy of the added benefits of each material. This randomized controlled clinical trial aimed to evaluate the regenerative capacity of supercell (PRFM and PBMSCs) compared with that of PRFM alone in human periodontal mandibular intraosseous defects (IOD).

Methodology: This study included 17 patients of both sexes (12 men, 5 women) aged 30-55 years (mean age = 37.

Antimicrobial photocatalysis using bio-hydrothermally synthesized Zinc oxide nanoparticles in the management of periodontitis: a prospective split-mouth, double-blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial.

Background: The antimicrobial activity of metallic nanoparticles (NPs) has been confirmed to fight a broad spectrum of microorganisms, through antimicrobial effects that are amplified when these particles are irradiated with light of the proper wavelength. This is the first study to use phytoconjugated Zinc oxide (ZnO) NPs containing traces of active biomolecules derived from Emblica officinalis (E. officinalis) plant extract in antimicrobial photocatalysis (PCT) during non-surgical periodontal therapy.

The effect of bulk-fill composites: Activa and Smart Dentin Replacement on cuspal deflection in endodontically treated teeth with different access cavity designs.

Aim: The aim was to evaluate the effect of bulk-fill composites - Activa and Smart Dentin Replacement (SDR) on cuspal deflection in endodontically treated teeth with different access cavity designs.

Materials And Methods: Forty-two maxillary first premolar teeth were randomly divided into three experimental groups based on different access designs as Group I - conservative endodontic cavities (CECs), Group II - traditional endodontic cavities, and Group III - CECs with diverging walls and two subgroups, based on the different access cavity restorations subgroup A-Activa and subgroup B-SDR with = 7 per group. Root canal treatment was completed under the dental operating microscope.

Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Fibrin Matrix as a Regenerative Material in the Surgical Management of Human Periodontal Intraosseous Defects - A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PRFM) has not been extensively studied as other platelet concentrates such as Choukron's platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). This randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate PRFM regenerative ability in human periodontal intrabony defects.

Materials And Methods: Fifteen patients (age: 30-55 years) having probing pocket depth (PPD) ≥6 mm, and radiographic evidence of bilateral vertical intrabony defects were recruited.

Effect of silver diamine fluoride, potassium iodide, and glutathione on micro-shear bond strength of glass ionomer cement to caries affected dentine.

Background: Silver diamine fluoride (SDF, 38%) is an efficient topical fluoride used to arrest dental caries though it causes black staining of both teeth and restoration. The application of potassium iodide (KI) after SDF reduces the stain, but the color change is only temporary. An alternative method suggested is by mixing glutathione (GSH) with SDF, which preserves the silver ions of SDF within the solution.

Dimensional measurement accuracy of 3-dimensional models from cone beam computed tomography using different voxel sizes.

Objectives: To compare the geometric accuracy and measurement reliability of 3-dimensional (3D) reconstructed models of the mandible created from cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images obtained with 0.2-mm and 0.4-mm voxel sizes with the reference standard model and compare the accuracy of the CBCT-based models to each other.

Mobile-based oral cancer classification for point-of-care screening.

Significance: Oral cancer is among the most common cancers globally, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Early detection is the most effective way to reduce the mortality rate. Deep learning-based cancer image classification models usually need to be hosted on a computing server.

Comparative study of effect of different lever arm positions and lengths on transverse and vertical bowing in lingual orthodontics - An FEM study.

Objective: To assess the influence of changing the size and position of lever arm on transverse and vertical bowing effects during retraction in lingual biomechanics.

Methods: A three dimensional 3D finite element method was used to simulate en masse anterior teeth retraction using lingual appliance with sliding mechanics. Two groups were made, 1st group had lever arm mesial to canine while 2nd group had distal to canine.

Mini-implant and Modified Nance Button Assisted Alignment of a Horizontally Impacted Maxillary Canine - A Case Report.

Orthodontic alignment of a horizontally impacted canine placed high and deep in the maxilla represents a challenging clinical scenario. This article describes a case report of a 16-year-old postpubertal male patient who was concerned about an unesthetic smile. The clinical and radiographic investigations revealed that the patient had retained deciduous canines and bilaterally impacted maxillary canines.

"BRUSH UP": AN INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGICAL AID FOR PARENTS TO KEEP A CHECK OF THEIR CHILDREN'S ORAL HYGIENE BEHAVIOUR.

Objective: To investigate the impact of "Brush Up" - a mobile application, on oral hygiene behaviours of 4-6-year-old children in Bangalore city.

Methods: In this experimental study, 247 children aged 4-6, were randomly divided into three groups. Considering "Brush Up" is a mobile application, parents of the children in Group 1 (n=82) downloaded the application on their smartphones.

Peripheral Blood Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix in the Management of Class II Gingival Recession: A Case Report.

The treatment of gingival recession is a frequent demand due to aesthetic concern, root caries, and /or root hypersensitivity. The purpose of this case study was to evaluate the success and predictability of coronally advanced flap (CAF) in combination with peripheral blood mesenchymal stem cells (PBMSCs) and platelet rich fibrin matrix(PRFM) for the management of Miller's Class II gingival recession. CAF followed by placement of PBMSCs and PRFM was performed on a male patient, aged 25 years having Miller's Class II gingival recession of 5-6 mm on the upper left canine, premolars and molars.

An analysis of the effect of adjunctive use of ozonated oil with a desensitizing agent on dentinal tubule occlusion.

Introduction: Dentinal hypersensitivity (DH), is a commonly encountered clinical problem, the management of which is by two main approaches that involve blockage of nerve activity and tubular occlusion. Desensitizing agents containing arginine and calcium carbonate have emerged effective in occluding tubules. Ozone removes the smear layer and opens up the dentinal tubules for easy penetration of these desensitizing agents.

Shockwave Therapy Efficiently Cures Multispecies Chronic Periodontitis in a Humanized Rat Model.

Biofilms are ubiquitous in nature and are invariably associated with health and diseases of all living beings. Periodontal diseases & dental caries are the most prevalent conditions in which biofilm has established as a primary causative factor. Managing poly-microbial biofilm is the mainstay of periodontal therapy.

Retrospective Analysis of 162 Mandibular Fractures: An Institutional Experience.

Objectives: The objective was to evaluate the age, gender distribution, side and site distribution, etiology, and common patterns of the mandibular fractures.

Materials And Methods: This was a systematic retrospective review of records of 94 patients with 162 mandibular fractures treated in a single institution.

Results: Of 94 patients, 72 male and 22 female patients belong to the age group of 4-62 years (average 31.

Association between Diabetic Retinopathy and Chronic Periodontitis-A Cross-Sectional Study.

Periodontal disease (PD), a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by destruction of the supporting tissues of the teeth, increases the risk of complications in diabetics. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a microvascular complication of prolonged hyperglycaemia. There appears to be a similarity in the pathogenesis of DR and PD.

Novel treatment of in-office tooth bleaching sensitivity: A randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study.

Objectives: Aim of this clinical trial was to investigate the effect of a calcium phosphate based desensitizer paste applied prior to in-office tooth whitening on bleaching sensitivity (BS).

Methods: This crossover study was designed as randomized double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial. The desensitizer paste Teethmate AP (TAP) contains tetracalcium phosphate and dicalcium phosphate anhydrous in glycerol and polyethylene glycol, whereas placebo (PLA) is a calcium phosphate free analog.

Inter- and Intra-Observer Variability in Diagnosis of Oral Dysplasia.

Background: Oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) are lesions from which malignancy is more likely to develop that from other tissues. The potential for malignant transformation of OPMDs is estimated by determining the degree of dysplastic changes in the epithelium. Dysplasia grading has been criticized for lack of reproducibility and poor predictive value but is still considered the gold standard for diagnosing OPMDs.

New Vision for Improving the Oral Health Education of Visually Impaired Children- A Non Randomized Control Trial.

Introduction: Visually impaired people have poorer oral hygiene when compared to others. Therefore, there is a necessity for individual training by making awareness in oral care and plaque control so as to improve their oral hygiene.

Aim: The aim of the present study was to assess the effectiveness of oral health innovative educative method among visually impaired children of Bengaluru city of India.

Effect of conventional irrigation and photoactivated disinfection on in root canals: An study.

Aims: A study was done to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and photoactivated disinfection (PAD) on .

Settings And Design: Random sampling, study.

Subjects And Methods: Access opening and biomechanical preparation were performed on fifty freshly extracted mandibular second premolars.

Effect of in-situ application of simvastatin gel in surgical management of osseous defects in chronic periodontitis-A randomized clinical trial.

Background: The present randomized controlled clinical study was designed to investigate the effect of in situ application of 1.2 mg Simvastatin (SV) gel in the surgical management of Intrabony defects in chronic periodontitis patients.

Methodology: 20 patients contributing 40 sites were categorized into two treatment groups: Open flap debridement plus 1.

Exploring the multitude of risk factors associated with early childhood caries.

Context: Despite efforts in restorative therapy, children who experience Early Childhood Caries (ECC) continue to be at a higher risk for new lesions in both the primary and the permanent dentition. Early interventions which disrupt the pathobiology of caries need identification of all the causative or risk factors.

Aims And Objectives: This study dealt with the prevalence and associated risk factors of ECC among preschool children aged 3 to 5 years in Bengaluru city.

Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Roots Restored with Fiber Posts Using Different Resin Cements- An In-vitro Study.

Introduction: The influence of the remaining coronal tooth structure along with intra-radicular esthetic posts increases fracture resistance of fractured teeth especially in the anterior region. The advent of resin based luting cements improves the adhesion of fiber posts.

Aim: To evaluate the fracture resistance of endodontically treated roots restored with fiber posts using different resin cements - Calibra (etch and rinse), PermaFlo® DC (self-etch primer) and SmartCem2 (self-adhesive).

A Comparative and a Qualitative Analysis of Patient's Motivations, Expectations and Satisfaction with Dental Implants.

Introduction: Dental Implants are the norm of today's prosthetic and restorative dentistry but, is it the answer for edentulism that can affect both individual's appearance and functioning, therefore having an impact on the psychological and the social well being of the person is an ongoing quest. Also, patient's beliefs and personal expectations for dental implants vary, which may influence the treatment outcome, thus emphasizing the importance of a good clinician-patient communication. Hence in this study a qualitative analysis was carried out with an earnest attempt to gain an insight into patient's motivations, personal expectations, satisfaction and impact of clinician's motivation for implant maintenance.