Giant Cell Fibroma of the Anterior Palate in a Pediatric Patient.

Aim And Background: This report aims to present a case of giant cell fibroma (GCF) of the anterior palate in a pediatric patient.

Case Description: A 5-year-old patient reported to the department with a chief complaint of swelling in relation to the palatal region for 6 months. An excisional biopsy was done, and after microscopic analysis, the swelling was diagnosed as GCF.

Evaluation of Early Childhood Caries and Its Association with Risk Factors among School Children: A Cross-sectional Study.

Aim: The study aimed to assess early childhood caries and its correlation with risk variables among school children.

Materials And Methods: 242 children under the age of 5 years were clinically assessed and to ascertain early childhood caries, a validated structured questionnaire was utilized. Demographic data (four questions) and oral health-related activities questions (two questions) were included.

Assessment of Acoustic and Nasalance Improvement in Maxillary Obturator Patients Using PRAAT Software: An Study.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the improvement in acoustic and nasalance in patients with maxillary obturators, using PRAAT software.

Materials And Methods: The current study comprised a total of 16 patients who had acquired maxillary defects. Regardless of gender, the age range of these patients was 40-75 years old.

Assessment of the Effectiveness of Desensitizing Dentifrices on Management of Dental Hypersensitivity: An Study.

Aim: The current study aimed to assess the efficiency of two desensitizing dentifrices on the management of dental hypersensitivity.

Materials And Methods: For the purpose of this investigation, 60 extracted human sound premolar teeth that were removed for orthodontic purposes were collected. On the buccal cervical areas, an inverted-cone bur was used to create cavities that were 2 mm deep and 3 mm wide.

A Comparative Evaluation of Surface Hardness and Nanomechanical Properties of Nickel-Titanium Orthodontic Wires: An In Vitro Study.

Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the influence of various surface coatings (epoxy, Teflon, and rhodium) on the surface roughness (SR) and nanomechanical characteristics of nickel-titanium (NiTi) archwires. The study compared these coated archwires to uncoated ones from a single manufacturer, which served as a control.

Materials And Methods: There were 15 rectangular samples of four distinct archwires measuring 0.

Comparing Radiation Doses in CBCT and Medical CT Imaging for Dental Applications.

Background: Dental imaging plays a crucial role in diagnosis and treatment planning, with cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and medical computed tomography (CT) being two common modalities. This study aims to compare the radiation doses associated with CBCT and medical CT imaging in dental applications to assess their relative safety and efficacy.

Materials And Methods: We conducted a retrospective study using data from 100 patients who underwent both CBCT and medical CT scans for dental purposes.

Evaluation of the Impact of Different Surface Treatments on Implant Surface: An Study.

Aim: The current study was conducted to assess the effects of various surface treatments on the implant surface.

Materials And Methods: A total of 45 dental implants measuring 16 mm in length and 5 mm in diameter were used, along with the appropriate abutments. Depending on the surface treatment used, the samples were randomly split into three groups, with 15 implants in each group: Group 1: Control, Group 2: UV light-treated, Group 3: Sandblasted and acid-etched (SLA)-treated.

Electrochemical dissolution and retrieval of broken NiTi endodontic files from root canal using chloride based isotonic fluids as electrolytes - An study.

Objective: The electrochemical dissolution method of instrument retrieval emphasizes on the dissolution of the instrument rather than sacrificing dentine. Most of the studies conducted for electrochemical dissolution used fluoride-containing electrolytes and were performed inside a beaker. In this study, we used chloride-based fluids as electrolytes.

Comparison of Surface Roughness of Different Orthodontic Archwires: Atomic Force Microscopic Study.

Background: Surface roughness (SR) of dental components is significant because it impacts the surface area of the contact surface, which in turn affects corrosion behavior and biological compatibility. Orthodontic archwires (OA) with SR can affect the coefficient of friction, which in turn affects how effectively sliding biomechanics work and how the orthodontic appliance works efficiently.

Aim: The objectives of the present investigation were to examine the SR of five distinct kinds of OA using an atomic force microscope (AFM) and to assess the merits of using AFM to analyze orthodontic materials.

Ponticulus Posticus: An Important Diagnostic Finding Often Missed in Lateral Cephalograms.

Aim: The purpose of the current study was to investigate the presence of the ponticulus posticus (PP) frequently encountered in lateral cephalograms.

Materials And Methods: About 500 patients of age 12-40 years were selected whose digital lateral cephalogram was recorded and traced to confirm the presence of the PP and categorize as: (A) Absent, as evidenced by lateral cephalograms. (B) Complete PP evidenced by the presence of circumferential bone bridge that connected the upper articular process to the atlas's posterior arch.

Comparative Evaluation of the Bonding Efficacy of Multimode Adhesive, Two-Step Self-Etch Adhesive, and a Total-Etch System to Pulpal Floor Dentin - An Study.

Background: Postendodontic restoration with composite resins has gained popularity due to the development of more reliable adhesives with simplified bonding procedures and less technique sensitivity. Pulpal floor dentin is a complex biological structure and a more challenging bonding substrate. Hence, appropriate selection of the bonding agent for these regions of the tooth is important.

A SEM Evaluation of the Permeability of Different Desensitizing Methods on Occlusion of Dentinal Tubules: An Study.

Aim: The purpose of the current research was to assess the permeability of three various desensitizing techniques on dentinal tubule occlusion using a scanning electron microscope (SEM).

Materials And Methods: For this research, 100 human sound premolar teeth that were extracted for orthodontic purposes were gathered. With the aid of a water-cooled diamond saw, the teeth were divided in a mesiodistal (vertically) orientation.

An Observational Study to Analyse the Association of the ABO and Rh Blood Group Systems With Bronchial Asthma.

Background ABO blood group types are hereditary factors that have been shown to affect the blood levels of many antigens and proteins. Some blood groups have surprisingly been shown to be associated with some specific diseases, probably due to yet unexplained altering effects on the immune system or on the levels of other system-specific proteins. Studies conducted previously attempting to relate bronchial asthma and blood groups have had variable results and such studies on a large scale have not been ventured in India.

Evaluation of Probiotic Effects of Lactobacilli on Mutans Streptococci: An Study.

Aim: The aim of the present study is to evaluate the probiotic effect of and on clinical isolates of Mutans Streptococci (MS) and antibiotic susceptibility of these strains to commonly used antibiotics in dentistry.

Materials And Methods: Plaque samples from permanent first molars were collected and transferred aseptically onto Mitis-Salivarius agar and incubated at 37°C for 24 hours in the presence of 5-10% CO. Mutans streptococci colonies were identified biochemically using Hi-Strep identification kit.

Assessment of Mandibular Canal Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) and Its Relevance in Post-Operative Neurosensory Disturbances Following Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy Setback.

Aim: Damage to the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) during bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) causes neurosensory disturbances (NSD) of the lower lip and chin. The study aims to investigate the pre-operative position and course of the mandibular canal using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and orthopantomogram (OPG) and compare if there is any difference in NSD following the BSSO setback procedure.

Materials And Methods: This is an observational study.

Incidence of inferior alveolar nerve sensory deficit and intra-operative nerve encounters after advancement of retrognathic mandible - A cross-sectional survey study.

Aims And Objectives: The aim of the current cross-sectional study was to conduct a survey among the oral and maxillofacial surgeons of South India regarding their experiences of incidence of inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) neurosensory deficit after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) for correction of mandibular retrognathism and to assess the intra-operative nerve encounters and its effect on the inferior alveolar neurosensory deficit (NSD), 6 months post-operatively.

Materials And Methods: A self-administered questionnaire (SAQ) was prepared using Google Forms (Google Inc.) and sent to the prospective participants through various social media outlets such as Facebook, WhatsApp groups etc.

"Dentist as Smile Weavers" An Online Survey on Infection Surveillance, Emergency Treatment, Economic Setbacks, and Stress Endured by Periodontists of South India during COVID-19.

Introduction: The SARS-CoV-2 virus introduction and subsequent COVID-19 pandemic have had a profound impact on normal dentistry, particularly periodontal treatment, around the world. This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the infection surveillance, emergency treatment, economic setbacks, and stress endured by periodontists of South India during COVID-19.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from March to July 2021 among periodontists in South India.

Idiopathic Gingival Fibromatosis in a Pediatric Patient.

Idiopathic gingival fibromatosis (IGF) is a rare, benign, slow-growing proliferation of the gingival tissues involving both maxillary and mandibular gingiva. It is exacerbated during the eruptive phase of both primary and permanent dentitions. The purpose of this article is to report the case of a 10-year-old boy who presented with IGF whose gingival enlargement covered the occlusal surfaces of many teeth and displaced the erupting dentition, compromising the patient's cosmetics, function, speech and development.

Evaluation of serum concentrations of hs-CRP and Hb in varying severities of chronic periodontitis.

Context: Chronic periodontitis patients exhibit elevations in serum concentrations of c-reactive protein (CRP). Also, periodontitis can potentially contribute to reduced haemoglobin (Hb) levels leading to anaemia of chronic disease (ACD).

Objective: To determine whether disease severity affect CRP and Hb levels in patients with chronic periodontitis.

Assessment of Growth Factors with Three Different Platelet Preparations, Namely Platelet-Rich Fibrin, Platelet-Rich Plasma, and Lyophilized Platelet: An Study.

Assessment of growth factors with three different platelet preparations namely platelet rich fibrin, platelet rich plasma and lyophilized platelet-An invitro study Abstract Enhancing wound healing with patients own blood, particularly the platelet preparations have gained more popularity recently. These platelets excrete large amount of growth factors and cytokines that are associated with the healing process and regeneration. Even though these platelet concentrates are widely used in various forms, the mechanism behind that remains unclear.

Evaluation of Anticaries Efficacy of Various Fluoride Varnishes on Artificial Enamel Lesion: An Study.

Aim: Aim of the current study was to assess the anticariogenic effectiveness of different fluoride varnishes on artificially induced enamel lesions employing scanning electron microscope.

Materials And Methods: Eighty healthy, normal premolars without dental caries that were extracted in course of orthodontic therapy with all the surfaces intact were included in this study. A window, 4 × 4 mm, was made discernible on the buccal surface of each sample tooth.

Analysis of Geometric Proportions on Maxillary Anterior Teeth for Esthetic Smile Design: An Study.

Background And Objectives: The maxillary central incisor is the dominant element of anterior dental composition and hence should be restored or replaced with proper proportion of width and length for better aesthetic results. However, the literature is not clear regarding verifiable guidelines for the determination of proportions of the teeth. The aim of this study was to investigate the existence and suitability of Golden Rectangle, Recurring Aesthetic Dental Proportion, and Golden percentage between the widths of maxillary anterior teeth in individuals with natural dentition, with the aid of digital photographs and computer analysis.

The Effects of Various Final Irrigants on the Bond Strength of Root Dentin Exposed to Chloroform: An Study.

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the reaction of different final irrigants to the bond strength of root dentin exposed to chloroform.

Materials And Methods: Fifty extracted maxillary central incisors were selected. Working length was determined, and canal was instrumented with ProTaper rotary system (Dentsply Maillefer) till F4 file.