Fortifying defenses: Tactical safety protocols for COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 in healthcare and laboratory settings.

Introduction: Primary care physicians are crucial in fighting COVID-19, especially with the emergence of the new JN.1 sub-variant.

Measures To Reduce Risk: Given your direct exposure to infected patients, it is imperative to establish a protocol for triaging patients with respiratory symptoms and to uphold a minimum distance of 2 meters between patients and primary care physicians.

A Comparative Analysis of the Accuracy of Crown Fabricated from Conventional Wax Patterns and CAD/CAM Technology - Milling and 3D Printing.

Background: Digital manufacturing techniques such as milling (subtractive) and 3D printing (additive) are increasingly used in dental restorations. These technologies promise enhanced precision and efficiency compared to traditional methods. However, the accuracy of marginal and internal fits of crowns produced by these techniques remains under-explored.

Assessment of Marginal Fit and Accuracy of Crowns Fabricated Using CADCAM Milling and 3D Printing Technology.

Background: This study evaluates the accuracy of marginal and internal fits of dental crowns fabricated using CAD/CAM milling and 3D printing technologies. The hypothesis posited significant differences between these techniques, confirmed by data showing notable disparities.

Materials And Methods: Using the silicone replica technique, 44 points on each crown were measured, with seven crowns per method to ensure reliability.

Osseointegrative and antimicrobial properties of graphene oxide nano coated dental implants: A systematic review.

Introduction: Osseointegration stands as a pivotal concept within the realm of dental implants, signifying the intricate process through which a dental implant integrates with the adjoining bone tissue. Graphene oxide (GO) has been shown to promote osseointegration, the process by which the implant fuses with the surrounding bone. The objective of this study was to assess the osseointegrative and antimicrobial properties of GO nano coated dental implants.

"Pleomorphic adenoma in salivary glands: Insights from a 100-patient analysis".

Introduction: Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is a benign epithelial tumour originating from the salivary gland, specifically the parotid gland. This study aims to comprehensively analyse the clinical and pathological features of PA by examining the characteristics of the tumour, including its histological structure and immunohistochemical profile.

Materials And Methods: Over 8 years, beginning in October 2015 and ending in October 2023, an exhaustive retrospective study was conducted in the Department of Pathology, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal University, Karnataka, India.

Exploring the Oral Manifestations of Tuberculosis: A Comprehensive Analysis of Prevalence and Clinicopathological Characteristics of Oral Lesions.

Background: The study aimed to report all cases of oral tuberculosis (TB), a rare manifestation of the fatal infectious disease primarily affecting the pulmonary system. The report also evaluated the clinicopathological characteristics of oral TB lesions.

Methods: A total of 25 patients who presented with oral lesions between August 2013 and August 2023 were diagnosed with TB through surgical biopsy despite having no prior history of the disease.

Evaluation of Osteoconductive and Antimicrobial Properties of Novel Graphene on Dental Implants: An In Vitro Study.

Introduction Graphene oxide (GO) has emerged as a promising material in dentistry, leveraging its exceptional properties. This study evaluates the physicochemical attributes of GO and elucidates its derived biological properties. These encompass biocompatibility, antibacterial efficacy, as well as its influence on osteogenic and odontogenic differentiation processes.

Sexual Dysfunction and Associated Psychiatric Comorbidities Impacting Quality of Life in Epilepsy: A Review of Literature.

Introduction:  Epilepsy is caused by dysfunction in the brain, which is characterized by an enduring disposition for unprovoked seizures that reoccur often, along with the neurological, cognitive, psychological, and social effects of the condition, which are often managed with prolonged and sometimes lifelong medications that involve antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). To confirm the diagnosis of epilepsy, at least two unprovoked seizures occurring greater than 24 hours apart should be reported. This illness affects both children and adults.

Evaluation of Peri-Implant Parameters and C-Reactive Protein Levels among Patients with Different Obesity Levels.

Background: Assessment of correlation between peri-implant parameters and C-reactive protein levels among patients with different obesity levels.

Materials And Methods: Evaluation of 60 subjects was performed who were scheduled to undergo dental implant therapy for missing mandibular first molars. Three study cohorts were formed, namely, Group A: obese group (BMI between 30 Kg/m and 34.

Metagenomic analysis of oral microbiota among oral cancer patients and tobacco chewers in Rajasthan, India.

Data on the microbial composition among tobacco chewers and oral cancer patients in Rajasthan, India is of interest. NGS analysis from tobacco chewers and oral cancer comprised the most abundant and core microbial taxa in the oral cavity. It shows that highly pathogenic phylum consisting of 6% Fusobacteria and 9% Firmicutes are observed in oral cancer samples; whereas, 0.

Annotated protein network analysis linking oral diseases.

Oral cancer is becoming more common, and it threatens to be a serious worldwide medical issue. Hence, it is of interest to elucidate the networks between proteins and biologically active compounds, as well as their functional annotations, and cell signaling pathways. The online STRING software was used to create a molecular genetics interaction network named AZURIN on oral bacterial proteins.

Effect of physical and psychological status on oral health quality of life of geriatric patients undergoing complete denture treatment.

Aim: The present study was conducted to evaluate differences in Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) in denture wearers based on psychological classification and patient satisfaction.

Settings And Design: A prospective study.

Materials And Methods: 284 patients, aged 30 years and above who fulfilled the eligibility criteria were recruited.

Multiple pterygoid approach: A novel technique with single-piece implants.

The intended target site to engage a fixture distal into the tuberosity is the pterygoid apophysis that comprises the maxillary tuberosity, pyramidal process of the palatine bone, and the pterygoid process of the sphenoid bone. Pterygoid implants are incorrectly labeled in literature owing to the fact that they are actually root form conventional implants and should hence be termed as 'tubero-pterygoid implant'. An implant engaging the pterygoid apophysis/pillar taking distal maxillary support and avoiding successfully the cantilever situation is called a pterygoid implant.

Management of Mandibular Nonunion Fracture with Single-Piece Implant - A Case Report.

Rationale: This paper presents the treatment of noninfected hypertrophic, horse hoof nonunion edentulous mandible accompanied with a Luhr class fracture.

Patient Concerns: The patient reported with complaints of pain and an unstable lower denture at the right side of the lower jaw post mandibular fracture.

Diagnosis: Upon inspection and post cone-beam computed tomography, it was determined that it was a case of a noninfected hypertrophic, horse hoof nonunion edentulous mandible with Luhr class 1 fracture.

Prevalence of Dental Caries With Salivary Assessment in Six to Twelve Years Old School-Going Children in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur.

Introduction Dental caries is a chronic, infectious, and irreversible disease of the calcified tissues of teeth, which demineralises the inorganic portion and destroys the organic substance of the tooth, which often leads to cavitation. Epidemiological studies measuring the prevalence and severity of dental caries have used modified versions of Klein and colleagues' decayed, missing, and filled (DMF) or Gruebbel's decayed, extraction indicated, and filled (def) indexes; however, these indexes only capture cavitated lesions. Saliva plays a vital role in caries prevention; significant reduction or deterioration of salivary function can aggravate the development of dental caries.

Zygomatic approach with single-piece implants: A technical note.

Single piece zygomatic implant, or a remote anchorage implant, is an effective tool for the rehabilitation of the atrophic/resected jaws with least postoperative complications such as screw loosening, screw fractures, bone loss, mucositis, and peri implantitis. The aim of this paper was to summarize a technique for the use of a zygomatic approach for single piece implants. We used the key-words 'single piece implants" and the search revealed 700 papers in the PubMed database.

Clinically Based Classification and Positioning Indication for Single-Piece Compressive Implants Placement in Regard to Extraction Socket.

(1) Background: Dental implantology has been rapidly developing over the last decades. The introduction of new materials, surface modifications and implant designs has brought the need to rethink and systematize our knowledge regarding dental implants. Thus, the aim of this paper is to introduce a new classification and implant positioning indications that can be used to maximize the survival rate and the aesthetic outcome of single-piece compressive screw implants.

Natural bioactive molecules: An alternative approach to the treatment and control of glioblastoma multiforme.

Glioblastoma multiforme is one of the most deadly malignant tumors, with more than 10,000 cases recorded annually in the United States. Various clinical analyses and studies show that certain chronic diseases, including cancer, interact between cell-reactive radicals rise and pathogenesis. Reactive oxygen and nitrogenous sources include endogenous (physiological processes), and exogenous sources contain reactive oxygen and nitrogen (xenobiotic interaction).

Immediate rehabilitation of a rheumatoid arthritis patient with single-piece implants.

Introduction And Importance: The aim of this article is to report the long-term outcome of full mouth rehabilitation with single piece, smooth surface implants following immediate loading protocol on a patient suffering with RA and severe unilateral condylar resorption.

Case Presentation: Here, we present a challenging case of a patient suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis who was stabilized and completed successfully with a 4 year follow-up period. Prosthetic management optimized the inter-occlusal relationship to maintain both function and esthetic integrity.

Traumatic Impaction of Unusual Foreign Body in a 10-year-old Boy's Mouth: A Case Report.

Unlabelled: Placing objects in the mouth by children get accidentally implanted in the oral cavity, ingested, or aspirated. The incidence of foreign bodies is usually higher in the zone of head and neck than other regions of the human body. Usually, foreign bodies are symptomatic and signs of inflammation pain and purulent discharge are shown.

Mandibular reconstruction using single piece zygomatic implant in conjunction with a reinforcing Fibular Graft Union: A case report.

Presenting to our knowledge, for the first time in literature, a case report on the long term follow-up of an implant retained fixed prosthesis on free fibular reconstruction with a single piece zygomatic implant and single piece bicortical implant via a flapless approach and immediate functional rehabilitation. The technique involved the concept of "Remote Bone Anchorage" in conjunction with the union of grafted free fibula flap with the native mandible. It was facilitated with a single piece zygomatic implant engaged in the mandible and splinted with single piece implants on the grafted fibula as needed for prosthetic functional reconstruction.

Applicability of the Existence of Golden Standard and Golden Percentage in the Population of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India: A Comparative Study.

Aim: An evaluation for the existence of the golden percentage and golden standard in Jaipur population: a comparative study.

Materials And Methods: Sample includes a total of 300 dentulous casts of participants including 150 males and 150 females. The cast belongs to the students, patients, and their attendants of Jaipur origin by birth who visited the Jaipur Dental College and Hospital.