Evaluation of Pain and Discomfort Associated with Orthodontic Adjustments.

Background: Orthodontic treatment is commonly associated with pain and discomfort, impacting patient experience and treatment compliance. Understanding the factors influencing pain perception is crucial for improving pain management strategies during orthodontic adjustments.

Methods: Pain levels were assessed using a " (VAS)" before and after each adjustment session.

Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial efficacy of chitosan nanoparticles and calcium hydroxide against endodontic biofilm of : An study.

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess and evaluate the antimicrobial effectiveness of chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) with calcium hydroxide in the elimination of .

Materials And Methods: Using the broth microdilution method, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) of calcium hydroxide and CSNPs were measured. The antibiofilm effect of calcium hydroxide and CSNPs against biofilm was qualitatively analyzed using a crystal violet assay.

Medications Affecting Treatment Outcomes in Dentistry: Part 2.

Today, it is common for medically complex patients who are receiving multiple medications, to seek routine and emergent dental care. It is essential for the practitioner to recognize and comprehend the impact of such medications on the patient's ability to tolerate the planned dental treatment and on dental treatment outcomes. An active appraisal of current literature is essential to stay abreast of emerging findings and understand their treatment implications.

Evaluation of Usage of Different Diagnostic Aids for Oral Cancer by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons: An Original Research.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess how oral and maxillofacial surgeons used various diagnostic tools for oral cancer.

Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional methodology was used, and a standardized questionnaire was given to oral and maxillofacial surgeons randomly chosen sample. The questionnaire gathered information on demographics and the use of diagnostic tools.

Evaluation of the Function of Vitamin D in Treating Oral Lichen Planus.

Objectives: The objective of the current research was to evaluate the role of vitamin D in the management of oral lichen planus.

Materials And Method: Based on their vitamin D levels, 90 individuals with oral lichen planus were equally divided into three groups. Deficient subjects received oral vitamin D supplementation.

Comparative evaluation of regenerative potential of injectable platelet-rich fibrin and platelet-rich fibrin with demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft in the treatment of intrabony defects: A randomized controlled clinical study.

Background: Injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) being in liquid form keeps graft particles clumped together forming agglutinated steak of bone graft. It has been shown to contain more platelets and long-term deliverance of growth factors in comparison with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF).

Aim: The aim of the present study was to assess regenerative potential of i-PRF and comparing it with PRF, along with demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft (DFDBA) in the treatment of intrabony alveolar defects.

Effect of Surface Treatment of Zirconia on the Shear Bond Strength of Resin Cement: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effect of different surface treatments on the shear bond strength (SBS) values between zirconia and resin cement compared to untreated specimens. The effects of various surface treatments on the bond strength between zirconia and resin cement were investigated by searching relevant articles on PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar databases. A total of 13 studies that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and addressed the research question were selected for statistical analysis.

Treatment of gingival class I or class II recession using subepithelial connective tissue graft and acellular dermal matrix allograft.

The present randomized control was conducted clinically to evaluate the effectiveness of Acellular Dermal Matrix Allograft (ADMA) and Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft (SCTG) in combination with Coronally Positioned Flap (CPF) in the treatment of Miller's class I and II multiple gingival recession in aesthetic areas. A total of 20 patients aged between 18 to 40 years were selected for this study, meeting all the criteria for inclusion. 10 patients were treated with ADMA and 10 patients with SCTG in combination with CPF.

Reclaiming the Smile: Full Mouth Rehabilitation of a Generalized Attrition Patient Using the Hobo Twin-Stage Technique.

This clinical report details the successful rehabilitation of a 63-year-old male patient with severe tooth wear, a reduced vertical dimension of occlusion, and esthetic concerns. The Hobo twin-stage procedure addressed these issues while improving the patient's oral health and quality of life. After ensuring adequate oral hygiene, the treatment began with scaling and root planning, followed by diagnostic impressions.

Displacement Pattern, Stress Distribution, and Archwire Play Dimensions during En-masse Retraction of Anterior Teeth using Sliding Mechanics: A FEM Study.

Aims: This finite element study was undertaken to evaluate the pattern of stress distribution around the implant and anterior teeth during en-masse retraction in the premolar extraction case. Displacement of the teeth and play of wire in the bracket slot were also evaluated to determine the most favorable height of the power arm attached to the arch-wire.

Materials And Methods: A three-dimensional (3D) finite element model of the maxilla was constructed using computed tomography (CT) scan.

Various Assisted Bone Regeneration in Apicectomy Defects Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.

Introduction: In the endodontic surgery, the common applications are the procedures that apply regenerative methods. There are various methods that help in the regeneration after the endodontic root end cutting or apicectomy. The outcome of the apicectomy depends on the procedure and the material.

Laser as a promising non-invasive technique to treat oral submucous fibrosis: A systematic review of the literature.

Background: Oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is one of the common oral potentially malignant disorders that can result in severe morbidity. Depending upon the stage of disease, multiple management therapies exist which include medicinal and surgical approaches. Although the surgical approach is preferred in severe conditions, numerous studies have reported its post-surgical deteriorating outcomes including increased fibrotic changes.

Spindle Cell Lipoma Occurring in the Submandibular Space: Fifth Case Reported along with a Concise Review of the Literature.

Spindle cell lipoma (SCL) is an uncommon histological variant of lipoma that accounts for 1.5% of all adipose tumors. It rarely occurs in the oral cavity.

Assessment of Knowledge about Ergonomics and Determining Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dentists: An Original Research.

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are commonly occurring disorders nowadays. The present study was conducted with the aim of determining MSDs in dentists and to assess knowledge about ergonomics.

Materials And Methods: This questionnaire study was conducted among 460 dental professionals of different age groups.

Oral Health-Related Quality of Life and Severity of Periodontal Disease.

Background: Oral diseases are among the most common diseases which could not dissociate from general conditions with regards to impacts on quality of life (QoL). The present study is aimed to assess the impact of the severity of periodontal disease on oral health QoL using oral health-related quality of life (OHQoL)-UK questionnaire.

Materials And Methods: The OHQoL-UK questionnaire consists of 16 variables within four domains made up of symptoms, psychological, social dimensions, and physical dimensions.

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice about Oral Health in Patients with Cardiovascular Diseases - An Original Study.

Background: Lack of exercise and change in diet habits and urbanization had led to the rapid increase in the case of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Study was conducted to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) about oral health in patients with CVDs.

Materials And Methods: This study was conducted among 172 CVDs patients.

Efficacy evaluation of rubber cup and air polishing techniques using glycine in plaque and stain removal - A clinical trial.

Background: Researchers have proved Glycine to be safe, less abrasive, sweet and comfortable for patients. It is beneficial in removing plaque as well as stains. The present study aims to compare the plaque and extrinsic stain removal efficacy of the air-polishing device and rubber cup prophylaxis technique along with a comparative evaluation of the gingival trauma caused by both the techniques.

Oral submucous fibrosis: An overview of a challenging entity.

The oral cavity is considered to be a mirror of the body's health, as it reflects the manifestations of various systemic disorders. Most of the oral mucosa is derived embryologically from an invagination of ectoderm and thus, like other similar orifices, it may become involved in the disorders that are primarily associated with the skin. Oral submucous fibrosis is one of the commonest precancerous conditions of the oral mucosa involving any part of the oral cavity resulting in tissue scarring, dysphagia and trismus.

Correction to: Evaluation of the Variations in the Levels of Perioperative Inflammatory Markers After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Maxillofacial Fractures.

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Evaluation of the Variations in the Levels of Perioperative Inflammatory Markers After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Maxillofacial Fractures.

Introduction: Postoperative infectious complications are commonly encountered in open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of maxillofacial fractures. An early diagnosis of infectious processes is the key in preventing morbidity/mortality which could be in the form of loss of hardware and sepsis. To prevent these, various markers of inflammation have been studied in different disciplines of surgery but are found scarce in maxillofacial practice.

Assessment of various endodontic instrumentation systems on the amount of apically extruded bacteria - An study.

Aim: The objective of this study was to assess the effect of different endodontic instrumentation systems on the amount of apically extruded bacteria.

Materials And Methods: One hundred and twenty freshly extracted human mandibular premolars with single canal were collected. Endodontic access cavities were prepared and then contaminated with an suspension (ATCC 29212).

Current challenges and the diagnostic pitfalls in the grading of epithelial dysplasia in oral potentially malignant disorders: A review.

Oral cancer is one of the common cancers in the world causing high morbidity. Development of cancer is preceded by certain asymptomatic clinical lesions and conditions all together known as 'oral potentially malignant disorders'. Histologically they are represented by the term 'oral epithelial dysplasia'.

To Evaluate the Severity, Distribution of Occlusal Tooth Wear and its Correlation with Bite Force in Young North Indian Adults.

Aim: To determine the severity and distribution of occlusal tooth wear among young North Indian adults and to evaluate the correlation of occlusal tooth wear with bite force.

Materials And Methods: A total of 164 subjects were enrolled in the present study. Inclusion criteria included subjects with age range of 25-40 years having a full complement of natural dentition (excluding third molars), with no history of orthodontic treatment, FPD and trauma.