Effect of Various Etching Techniques on Shear Strength of Newer Generation Composites.

Aim: To evaluate the effect of lasers on the shear bond strength of Giomer and G-aenial flo composite using three different etching techniques.

Materials And Methods: 60 Samples (extracted human premolar teeth) are cut horizontally using a diamond disk to expose a flat occlusal surface involving enamel and dentin. On exposed occlusal surfaces, etching is done by various methods.

Accuracy of 3D Printed Model Acquired from Different Types of Intra Oral Scanners and 3D Printers.

Objective: The aim of this study was to verify the influence of different types of intraoral scanners and 3D printers on the accuracy of printed models in comparison to plaster models obtained from conventional impressions.

Material And Methods: A dental study model was used as the reference model and was molded with polyvinyl siloxane to produce the plaster models which were scanned by a reference scanner. Two types of intraoral scanners and digital files were printed by two types of 3D printers.

A Comparative Evaluation of Arginine Complex Combined With Flouride and Two Standard Non-Fluoridated Remineralizing Agents: An In Vitro Study.

Background Dental caries represents a dynamic process, often reversible in its early stages. Fluoride has conventionally served as the cornerstone for remineralization and early caries arrest. However, excessive fluoride intake can lead to both local and systemic toxicity.

An assessment of "Organization Culture" in District Program Management Units established under National Health Mission in a western state of India.

Background: State programme management unit and District Programme Management Units (DPMU) are established under National Health Mission with an expectation to strengthen the management structures at the state and district levels, respectively. This is a major initiative to bring change in organisation structure and an effort to embrace change in working culture. The study was undertaken in a western Indian state to assess and compare the organisation culture in DPMUs.

Prevalence of dental caries among coronavirus disease 2019-recovered patients and correlation with salivary total antioxidant capacity in Kalaburagi region of Indian subpopulation.

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has vastly affected mankind worldwide, and its long-term effect on oral health needs to be studied.

Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate the prevalence of dental caries and its correlation with salivary total antioxidant capacity (TAC) in Kalaburagi region of the Indian subpopulation.

Methods: About 80 subjects (16-55 years) were included in the study based on selection criteria and were divided into two groups ( = 40).

Central Pleomorphic Adenoma of Mandible Mimicking Ameloblastoma - A Rare Case Report.

Salivary gland neoplasms account for 3% of all head and neck tumours. Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is the most common salivary gland tumour that mainly occurs in the parotid gland, followed by minor salivary glands of the oral cavity, however, the occurrence of PA inside the jaw bones is exceedingly rare and very few cases have been reported in the literature. Inside jaw bones these lesions tend to imitate large osteolytic lesions encompass a diagnostic challenge.

Community Water Fluoridation and its Influence on Periodontal Health in Different Age Groups.

Background: Community water fluoridation is a well-recognized public health initiative known for its efficacy in preventing dental cavities. The positive effects of fluoride on tooth enamel have led to widespread implementation of water fluoridation programs.

Materials And Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 1,000 participants from diverse age groups, spanning children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, residing in both fluoridated and non-fluoridated communities.

Evaluation of Extraction of Teeth without Alteration in Aspirin Therapy: A Cross Sectional Study.

Aim: The study was done to evaluate extraction of teeth without altering the aspirin therapy.

Materials And Method: Hundred patients taking aspirin therapy requiring extraction of teeth were separated into two groups with 50 samples in each. Group I continued the aspirin therapy during extraction of teeth on one occasion, and the same patients who discontinued the aspirin therapy 72 hours before extraction of teeth on another occasion become Group II.

Comparing the Effectiveness of Traditional Periodontal Surgery Versus Non-Surgical Therapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Periodontal disease, characterized by inflammation and infection of the supporting structures of teeth, poses a significant oral health challenge. Traditional periodontal surgery and non-surgical therapy, such as scaling and root planing, are established treatment approaches for addressing periodontal disease.

Materials And Methods: The study enrolled 120 adult patients diagnosed with moderate to severe periodontal disease.

A Comparative Evaluation of Efficacy of Root Surface Biomodification using MTAD, MTAD+I-PRF on Adhesion of Fibrin Clot to Dentin Sem Study.

Root biomodifiers help in removing the smear layer following mechanical debridement. In this context, we evaluated and compared the efficacy of MTAD, MTAD+I-PRF, and phosphate-buffered saline-conditioned dentin surfaces by examining the distribution of the fibrin network using scanning electron microscopy. It was concluded that MTAD can serve as a potentially useful root conditioner/biomodifier.

Evaluation of fracture resistance of maxillary premolars of different geometrical cavities restored with different composite resins incorporated with chitosan nanoparticles.

Background: Composites with 0.2% chitosan nanoparticles (CSN) are used recently; however, this combination needs to be studied in different cavity designs.

Aims: The aim of the study was to compare the fracture resistance of maxillary premolars with different cavity geometries restored with different types of composite resins incorporated with 0.

comparative evaluation of antioxidative effect of selenium alone and in combination with green tea and alpha-tocopherol on the shear bond strength of universal composite resin to enamel after in-office bleaching.

Background: Antioxidant application soon after bleaching process increases the shear bond strength (SBS) of composite resin to enamel.

Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate the antioxidant effects of selenium alone and in combination with alpha-tocopherol (αT) and green tea (GT) on SBS of composite resin to enamel following in-office bleaching with 38% hydrogen peroxide (HP).

Methods: Sixty extracted human single -rooted premolar teeth were cleaned and embedded in acrylic resin blocks at the level of cementoenamel junction(CEJ) followed by bleaching with 38% hydrogen peroxide (HP) and arbitrarily divided into seven groups (n=10) for antioxidant application: Group I (negative control): intact teeth, Group II (positive control): only bleaching, Group III: 10% selenium (Se), Group IV: 10% alpha tocopherol (αT), Group V: 10% αT +10% Se, Group VI: 10% Green tea (GT), Group VII: 10%GT+10% Se.

Custom-made ocular prosthesis: solitary method to improve facial aesthetics (a case report).

Loss of facial structures has a physical, social and psychological impact on affected individuals. Ocular trauma caused by assaults, falls, road traffic accidents, and household or work-related accidents may necessitate eye enucleation. Enucleation is also performed to treat severe infections of the eye, intraocular tumours and painful blind eyes.

Evaluate the Effectiveness of Toluidine Blue for Obtaining Safe Margins in Resection of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

Aims: To evaluate the effectiveness of toluidine blue for obtaining safe margins in oral squamous cell carcinoma.

Materials And Methods: Intra-operatively irrigation of the lesion and its surrounding areas was done with toluidine blue solution for 20 s. Followed by irrigation with 1% acetic acid to remove all the mechanically retained stain.

A Comparative Analysis of Treatment Effects of PowerScope and AdvanSync2 in Class II Division 1 Malocclusion: A Retrospective Study.

Introduction: Fixed functional appliances are widely used for the treatment of retrognathic mandibles in skeletal class II malocclusion. The primary objective of the present investigation was to evaluate and compare the treatment effects induced by PowerScope (American Orthodontics, Sheboygan, WI) and AdvanSync2 (Ormco, Orange, CA). The hypothesis posited that there were no notable disparities in the therapeutic impacts of the two appliances.

A prospective study of circulating estrogen in oral leukoplakia and oral squamous cell carcinoma.

Background: Reports suggested that hormone replacement therapy decreased the incidence of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the oral cavity.

Aim: The aim of this study was to analyze and quantify the serum 17β-estradiol (E2) level by chemiluminescence immunoassay in four groups, Group I (control group with no habit of tobacco and areca), Group II (control group with a habit of tobacco and areca), Group III (potentially malignant disorder-leukoplakia), and Group IV (oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC)). It was the first study to evaluate E2 in four study groups with and without the habit of tobacco.

Elongated Pterygoid Hamulus: A case Report.

Unlabelled: A case is reported of a patient suffering from pain and swelling on the left side of the palate. Elongated pterygoid hamulus appeared to be the cause of his discomfort. we report on a case of elongation of pterygoid hamulus that was managed successfully by surgical treatment and a review of the literature.

Molecular targeted therapy, advanced treatment for cancers of the head-and-neck region: A systematic review.

Introduction: The foundation of oncology treatment as a single modality approach as well as the "multimodality" concept has been studied by statistical evaluation pre, during, and posttreatment to rule out their efficacy, expected prognosis, toxicity reactions, and overall survival for the patient. Such studies have also provided an appreciable amount of data for future custom utility. "Targeted therapy" is a cancer treatment that uses drugs but is different from traditional chemotherapy.

Addition Silicone Impressions in Fixed Prosthodontics: Clinical Standpoints.

Addition silicones have revolutionized the field of fixed prosthodontics because of their dimensional stability, sufficient tear strength and excellent detail reproduction. This review study aims to provide a detailed description of the essential variables to be taken into account during the process of making addition silicone impressions in fixed prosthodontics. These variables include the selection of appropriate tray type, size, and fabrication; the use of tray adhesive; gingival displacement techniques; manipulation of the impression material; the choice of the impression material's viscosity; impression techniques; and the proper insertion, removal, disinfection, and pouring of the cast.

A Comparative Evaluation of Collagen in Ameloblastoma and Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma using Picrosirius Red Staining with Polarizing Microscopy and CD44v6 Immunoreactivity.

Background: Solid multicystic ameloblastoma (SMA) is a locally aggressive, benign odontogenic tumor of odontogenic origin with greater rate of recurrence. Epithelial-mesenchymal interaction plays an important role in tooth morphogenesis that shows complete differentiation of epithelial and ectomesenchymal components to the level of tooth formation. Tumor stroma in ameloblastoma is normal mature collagen that prevents differentiation to the level of tooth formation.

Comparison of Amnion Membrane and Hyaluronic Acid in Gingival Recession Coverage and Gain in Clinical Attachment Level following Coronally Advanced Flap Procedure-A Clinical Study.

Background: Gingival recession is defined as the apical migration of gingival margin to the cementoenamel junction. Recently, amnion membrane, the third-generation membrane which is a placental-derived tissue, has been introduced.

Materials And Methods: Study included 45 subjects with age group of 20-60 years of both genders.

A Study to Assess Etiology and Prevalence of Signs and Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorder.

Aim: The purpose of this epidemiological research was to determine how common temporomandibular disorder (TMD) symptoms are.

Materials And Methods: Among the outpatient population, a sample of 100 people was chosen at random. A patient survey was presented to each person, and points were allotted based on their responses.

A Study to Assess Indian Patients' Expectations of Check-Up and Diagnosis or Discussion about Treatment at their Initial Orthodontic Visit.

Aim: To access the patient's expectations of orthodontic treatment at the first visit.

Materials And Methods: Three hundred new patients to the orthodontics department were included in the analysis. Their demographic details and their opinions on what they hoped to gain from orthodontic treatment were gleaned from their replies to a well-crafted questionnaire.