Does radiation therapy affect adhesion of tricalcium silicate cements to root dentin?

Objective: This study aimed to analyze the effect of irradiation on the push-out bond strength of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and Biodentine to radicular dentin.

Methodology: A total of 60 extracted mature human teeth with single root canals were categorized into two groups (irradiated and non-irradiated) (n=30). Each group was further divided into two sub-groups based on cements used (Biodentine and MTA).

Silver Nanoparticles as an Intracanal Medicament: A Scoping Review.

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) release Ag ions with potent bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects. They have shown promising results as an intracanal medicament for removing (), a resistant bacterium associated with root canal failures. This review summarizes the role of AgNPs as an intracanal medicament.

Knowledge of handling medical emergencies among general dental practitioners pan India: a cross-sectional survery.

Background: Medical emergency situations in dental clinics have been contemplated to be an issue in most of the countries by reason of dentist's lack of knowledge and preparedness to attend emergency situations in dental offices. The aim of this paper is to observe the knowledge, attitude, and perceived confidence of the general dental practitioners regarding emergency medical care and its practical application. Questionnaire on knowledge assessment was circulated among 500 dentists using printed questionnaire formats and various social media platforms.

Effect of bleaching on color and surface topography of teeth with enamel caries treated with resin infiltration (ICON) and remineralization (casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate).

Background: Dental bleaching is not recommended on teeth with enamel caries.

Aim: The study aimed to assess the efficacy of in-office bleaching on demineralized enamel managed by resin infiltration (RI) as well as casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP).

Methodology: Forty-eight sound enamel specimens were divided into four groups based on the surface treatment performed before in-office bleaching.

Effect of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, maleic acid, and fumaric acid on postendodontic treatment root fracture toughness - An study.

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasonic activation of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), maleic acid (MA), and fumaric acid (FA) in combination with sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) on postendodontic treatment root fracture toughness.

Materials And Methods: Forty single-rooted mandibular premolars were sectioned below the cementoenamel junction and were kept on average 14 mm long. With the exception of eight randomly selected teeth acting as a negative control group (Group I/nonprepared), the rest were prepared till F3.

Flap versus Flapless Immediate Implants with Bone Augmentation: A Novel Study.

Background: This study aimed to equate implants placed using a traditional flap elevation technique with implants placed using a flapless process regarding bone healing and success in clinical conditions.

Materials And Methods: Sixty subjects were included in this research work. The participants were randomly divided into two groups.

The Role of Electronic Cigarettes in Dental Caries: A Scoping Review.

Dental caries, a predominant childhood and adolescence affliction, has numerous factors implicated in its pathogenesis. Electronic cigarettes (ECs) have recently gained popularity among the younger population. Various factors, such as the EC liquid composition and aerosols, are associated with the development of dental caries.

Prognostic Nomogram for Lymph-Node Metastasis in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) Using Immunohistochemical Marker D2-40.

Introduction: Nomograms are proven in "individualized risk prediction" in sarcomas and breast and prostate cancers. Incorporating immunohistochemical markers and histopathological parameters can enhance accuracy of these graphical representations of statistical predictive models concerning metastasis. D2-40, a monoclonal antibody to podoplanin (regulator of motility expressed in malignant epithelial cells), dually predicts metastatic potential of tumour by estimating the motile tumour phenotype and by detecting lymphatic vessels/density, both essential to metastasis in OSCC.

Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Marginal Bone Level (BL) in Two Implant-Retained Mandibular Overdenture With Lingualized Occlusion (LO): A Six-Year Clinical Trial.

Background:  The objective of this research was to assess the marginal bone loss and stability in a lingualized occlusal scheme with implant-supported mandibular overdentures as a viable solution for individuals experiencing difficulties with the retention of conventional mandibular dentures. The study assessed the marginal bone level (BL) using radiographic evaluation and clinically by evaluating periodontal health using probing depth index values over a period of 6 years.

Materials And Methods:  Ten completely edentulous male patients with a bone height (BH) of 15-25 mm at the mandibular symphyseal region and dissatisfaction with their mandibular conventional complete denture were included in the study.

Infodemic in Public health a reemerging public health threat: a scoping review.

Infodemic is a neologism of 'information' and 'epidemic' coined in the year 2003. Evidence mapping is a technique to appraise the literature which enables the extent of research activity in a specific area to be discovered. The main objective of this evidence synthesis presents the outcomes of an evidence map that was directed to know the extent of Infodemics and its effects on public health.

Evaluation of the relationship between dermatoglyphics and mandibular third molar impaction: A cross-sectional study.

Dermatoglyphics can be utilised in clinical settings to identify those who are more likely to have impacted teeth. Additionally, dermatoglyphics looks to have potential as a non-invasive diagnostic method for predicting the presence or absence of an impacted tooth. The goal of this study was to look at the most common dermatoglyphic pattern in people who had or didn't have an impacted mandibular third molar teeth and see if there was a dermatoglyphic signature.

Prosthodontic rehabilitation of a patient with nintedanib-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw: A clinical report.

Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw results in extensive excision and proves challenging to rehabilitate prosthetically. This article describes the prosthodontic rehabilitation of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw induced by nintedanib. A custom-made subperiosteal implant was designed to adapt to the bone, remaining after the excision of the jaw necrosis.

Staining ability of herbal tea preparations on a nano-filled composite restorative material - an in-vitro study.

: Discoloration of tooth-colored restorations due to various factors is one of the principal causes behind the failure of aesthetics. There has been an surge in the consumption of herbal beverages in recent times and the dietary factors play a potential role in the discoloration tooth-coloured restorations. This study was done to juxtapose the staining ability of green tea (GT), moringa tea (MT), and hibiscus tea (HT) on a nano-filled composite restorative material.

evaluation of remineralizing agents on dentinal tubule occlusion: A scanning electron microscopic study.

Context: Over the years, numerous treatment modalities have been researched for the management of dentinal hypersensitivity. A recent remineralizing agent containing a phase of amorphous calcium phosphate combined with fluoride has shown the ability to rapidly convert into biomimetic hydroxyapatite. This potential can be utilized in occluding the dentinal tubules for the treatment of hypersensitivity.

Validation of ageism scale for dental students in India: (Ageism Scale for Dental Students- India) - a cross sectional study.

Unlabelled: : Ageism persists in many different societies as it is innate and subconscious in nature. Negative effects such as loneliness, mistreatment, and occupational discrimination are frequently present due to ageism. The dental students in our study were wary of the possible benefits of expensive dental care because ageism is rife in their field.

Quality of life in patients with alcohol use disorders admitted to de-addiction centers using WHOQOL-BREF scale-A cross-sectional study.

Background: Alcohol use disorders (AUDs) adversely affect a person's general health and the lives of their family and friends. These disorders are also the most undertreated mental illness with severe implications for public health. Hence, the present study aimed to employ the WHOQOL-BREF to assess the quality of life (QoL) of AUDs patients seeking treatment at de-addiction centers and identify the demographic variables associated with the QoL dimension scores.

Outcomes of Non-surgical Management of Zygomaticomaxillary Complex Fractures.

Introduction: With little evidence available in the literature, this study tries to clinically determine the efficiency and outcomes of non-surgical management of post-traumatic Zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC) fractures.

Materials And Methods: One hundred and three patients with post-traumatic isolated ZMC fractures managed conservatively for various reasons were identified. The patients were classified based on the Zingg et al.

Antimicrobial efficacy of Kerr pulp canal sealer (EWT) in combination with 10% amoxicillin on : A confocal laser scanning microscopic study.

Sealers with antimicrobial properties play an important role in endodontic therapy success especially against infection found in failed root canal therapy. Addition of antibiotic agents to endodontic sealers may show significant increase in their antibacterial properties both against anaerobic and aerobic microbes. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate antimicrobial efficacy of Kerr pulp canal sealer (EWT) in combination with 10% amoxicillin against and post-root canal treatment viability of on the first and seventh day.

Worldwide prevalence of carpal tunnel syndrome among dental health care personnel - A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one such common disorder among dental health care personnel caused due to the entrapment neuropathy of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel. We aimed to evaluate the pooled estimates of the CTS among dental healthcare personnel. We systematically reviewed the existing literature from six databases till January 1 , 2022.

Microplastic content of over-the-counter toothpastes - a systematic review.

Microplastic particles are used as ingredients in personal care products such as face washes, shower gels and toothpastes and form one of the main sources of microplastic pollution, especially in the marine environment. In addition to being a potential pollutant to the environment, the transfer of microplastics to humans can become a severe threat to public health. This systematic review was conceptualized to identify evidence for the presence of and characteristics of microplastics in toothpaste formulations.

Evaluation of Anxiety Levels in Children While Using Rubber Dam and OptraDam Isolation Techniques.

Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the anxiety levels in children while using rubber dam and OptraDam isolation techniques.

Materials And Methods: This study was a crossover trial conducted on 27 selected 6-12-year-old children. The procedure of placement of either of the isolation techniques was told and demonstrated using audiovisual aid.

Correction: Effectiveness of Silver Diamine Fluoride for Early Childhood Caries Among Children Aged 24 to 72 Months: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.

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Evaluation of the efficacy of a charcoal-based tooth whitening dentifrice on coffee stains: an in vitro study.

Background: Charcoal-based preparations have recently gained popularity, particularly in oral hygiene products such as tooth whitening dentifrices, owing to their abrasive and adsorptive properties. The present in vitro study evaluates the efficacy of a charcoal-based tooth whitening dentifrice compared with a non-charcoal-based whitening dentifrice in removing coffee stains on tooth surfaces.

Methods: Thirty-three human extracted tooth specimens were randomly assigned to 1 of 3 study groups: Group 1 (charcoal-based whitening dentifrice [CBWD]), Group 2 (non-charcoal-based whitening dentifrice [NCBWD]), and Group 3 (distilled water [DW]).