Evaluation of quality of life in patients surgically treated for potentially malignant oral lesions.

Background: The oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) can impair the quality of life (QOL) of an individual. The evaluation of various aspects of life getting affected will help the health service providers to better comprehend the problems faced by the patients. This study aimed to evaluate the postoperative QOL of surgically treated patients for OPMDs.

Endoscopic retrieval of an accidentally ingested bur during a dental procedure: a case report.

Background: Accidental ingestion of a dental bur during the dental procedure is a rare, but a potentially serious complication. Early recognition and foreign body retrieval is essential to prevent adverse patient outcomes.

Case Presentation: A 76-year old male patient, presented to the department with a chief complaint of sensitivity in his upper right back tooth due to attrition.

Evaluation of indirect pulp capping using pozzolan-based cement (ENDOCEM-Zr®) and mineral trioxide aggregate - A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Pulp capping should always be considered as the primary treatment of choice for teeth without irreversible pulpitis in lesions approaching dental pulp. The predictability of vital pulp therapy has improved with the introduction of newer bioceramic materials.

Aim: The purpose of this randomized controlled trial was to compare the outcomes of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) (Angelus, Londrina, Brazil) and a pozzolan-based cement (ENDOCEM-Zr [Maruchi, Wonju, Korea]) as an indirect pulp capping (IPC) material.

Simvastatin in polymer bioscaffold for bone regeneration. An in vitro and in vivo analysis.

Objective: The study aimed to fabricate and test the biocompatibility of a polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) based guided tissue regeneration membrane impregnated with 'simvastatin' to promote sustained drug delivery near osseous defects and evaluate the regenerative potential of the membrane histologically.

Materials And Methods: We tested the mechanical properties and cytotoxicity of an indigenously fabricated PLGA membrane incorporated with simvastatin (1 mg/cm2). An animal study evaluated the regenerative potential of the membrane.

Effect of polishing technique and immersion in beverages on color stability of nanoceramic composites.

Background: Polishing of dental composite restorations to achieve a highly smooth and reflective surface not only enhances esthetics but also their color stability and improves resistance to staining. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of beverages on the color stability of nanoceramic composites polished using different techniques.

Methods: 80 samples of ceram.

Assessment of knowledge of use of electronic cigarette and its harmful effects among young adults.

Background: The practice of young adults smoking e-cigarette may have been adopted as a way of smoking cessation or just to follow a trend. Most people still remain unaware of the detrimental effects of e-cigarette. This study was carried out to assess the prevalence of the habit of smoking e-cigarette and the awareness of its harmful effects among adults aged 18-23 years.

The Role of Calcium Signaling in Regulation of Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition.

Despite substantial advances in the field of cancer therapeutics, metastasis is a significant challenge for a favorable clinical outcome. Epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a process of acquiring increased motility, invasiveness, and therapeutic resistance by cancer cells for their sustained growth and survival. A plethora of intrinsic mechanisms and extrinsic microenvironmental factors drive the process of cancer metastasis.

Nanoparticle technology and its implications in endodontics: a review.

Background: The era of Nanomaterials has had a long lasting impression in the field of medical science. It's excellent use in medicine has led to its application in dental science. Serious concerns regarding the eradication of microbial biofilms from the root canal system still exists in the field of endodontics.

Awareness and Knowledge Among Dental and Medical Undergraduate Students Regarding Human Papilloma Virus and Its Available Preventive Measures.

Background: India is a major contributor to the global burden of human papilloma virus (HPV) infection and associated diseases like cervical and oropharyngeal cancers. Hence, it is essential to recognize the existing knowledge pool of current healthcare students about HPV and its preventive measures to translate this into benefits for the society in the future.

Objective: To determine the awareness and knowledge among dental and medical undergraduate students regarding HPV and its diagnosis and prevention.

Influence of particulate alkaline biomaterial remnants in dentin on the adhesion of two resin-based bonding systems.

To study aimed to evaluate the influence of infiltrated alkaline biomaterials on the bond strength of composite obtained with etch and rinse and universal adhesive systems. Coronal dentin of extracted human molars was exposed and infiltrated with calcium hydroxide, MTA, or bioactive glass 45S5 powder. Non-infiltrated dentin specimens served as controls.

Occupation-related musculoskeletal disorders among dental professionals.

Background And Aim: Dentists are exposed to a wide range of work-related factors that may result in various occupational diseases of which musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are common. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and distribution of MSDs among dental professionals of our institution and to compare the prevalence of MSDs among the various dental specialists.

Methods: A self-administered questionnaire, which included basic demographic details, work experience in dentistry, and work profile related questions along with the Standard Nordic Questionnaire, was administered to the study participants.

Morphometric and Volumetric Measurements of Orbit With Cone-Beam Computed Tomography.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) as a tool for measuring morphometric and volumetric measurements of the orbit. Also, to assess gender and age variations and compare traditional methods of measurements in dry-skull, cadaveric, and other imaging modalities.

Patients And Methods: Morphometric and volumetric values of 98 orbits (49 subjects, 21 men/28 women) were measured using CBCT.

Influence of Psychosocial Factors and Parafunctional Habits in Temporomandibular Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are abnormalities affecting the temporomandibular joint, jaw muscles, or both. An intrinsic relationship reportedly exists between TMDs and psychosocial factors, including stress. Parafunctional habits such as bruxism and clenching are also known to be responsible for TMDs.

Evaluation of Cytotoxicity and Antibacterial Activity of a New Class of Silver Citrate-Based Compounds as Endodontic Irrigants.

In the present study, the cytotoxicity and the antimicrobial activity of two silver citrate-based irrigant solutions were investigated. Cytotoxicity of various concentrations (0.25%, 0.

Reconstruction of buccal mucosa: A minimalist symbiotic approach with local flaps.

Background: Buccal mucosa defects following resection of premalignant or malignant lesions require adequate reconstruction. Both locoregional and microvascular flaps have been extensively used based on operator and patient factors. This paper focuses on the outcomes of a simplified approach for reconstruction of large buccal mucosa defects with posterior extent using a combination of two loco regional flaps.

Interprofessional education - a case for Gerodontology training.

Increasing life expectancy, concepts of patient well-being, and the multiplicity of needs of the geriatric population, demand contribution, and collaboration of physicians, dentists, psychologists, pharmacists, and other allied health disciplines, to provide quality care to patients. Interprofessional education (IPE) is an approach to education that improves collaboration among health professionals and it can aid in better management of geriatric patients. Communication and cooperation affect health care performance and hence, influence patient outcomes.

Detection of Salivary Alkaline Phosphatase Levels in Smokers, Diabetic Patients, Potentially Malignant Diseases and Oral Malignant Tumours.

Aim: Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is present in human and plays a key role in intracellular destructive processes and cellular damage. It has bicarbonate and phosphate ions, which help in buffering against acids. ALP activity is affected by smoking, which changes pH in oral environment and has harmful effects.

A reliability generalization meta-analysis of Child Oral Impacts on Daily Performances (C - OIDP) questionnaire.

Aim: To evaluate the cumulative estimates of reliability and conduct reliability generalization meta-analysis of Cronbach's alpha for the Child Oral Impacts on Daily Performances (C-OIDP) questionnaire.

Methodology: Systematic search of four databases from inception to November 30th, 2019 was performed. Studies that reported Cronbach alpha for the C-OIDP were included.

Anomalies and Clinical Significance of Mylohyoid Nerve: A Review.

Background: The mylohyoid nerve is a branch of the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN), which is a branch of the posterior division of the mandibular nerve (MN). It is the source of motor nerve supply to the mylohyoid and anterior belly of the digastric muscle. At times, it provides sensory innervation to the mandibular teeth and skin below the chin.

Effect of Green, Tulsi, and Areca Teas on the Color Stability of Two Composite Resin Materials - an in vitro Spectrophotometric Analysis.

Objective: To compare the effect of Green, Tulsi, and Areca teas on the color stability of two composite materials on the 30th and 60th days.

Materials And Methods: Two light cure composite restorative materials, Brilliant EverGlow (Group 1) and Brilliant NG, (Group 2) with different resin and filler characteristics were selected. The test solutions selected were Green tea, Tulsi tea, Areca tea, and artificial saliva (control group).

Closure of long-standing oroantral fistula: Surgical challenge in medically compromised patient-A case report.

A systematic treatment plan of controlling chronic sinusitis, optimizing systemic health, and appropriate selection of surgical technique are essential requirements for successful closure of oroantral fistula.