A Prospective Randomised Clinical Trial Evaluating Pulpotomy in Primary Molars With Three Bioceramic Calcium Silicate Cements: 24 Month Follow-Up.

Background: In recent times, bioceramic calcium silicates have gained attention due to high success rates with pulpotomy in primary teeth.

Aims: To evaluate and compare the clinical and radiographic outcomes of three different bioceramic calcium silicate cements in vital deciduous teeth treated with pulpotomies over a period of 24 months.

Design: Children aged 4-9 years, with deep dentinal caries (ICDAS 4-6) in primary molars, having no history of spontaneous pain or signs of non-vitality were included in the study.

Three-dimensional assessment of root canal morphology of primary dentition using cone beam computed tomography.

Background: Root canal therapy in primary teeth is exceedingly complex due to the unique internal geometry of the pulp cavity.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate variations in primary teeth root canal morphology and applicability of the Ahmed et al. (Int Endod J, 50, 2017, 761) alphanumeric system for classifying them.

Decoding a Rare Case of Pleomorphic Adenoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

Diagnosing palatal swellings is crucial for various reasons, mainly because these swellings can signal a range of health problems, from benign conditions to more serious diseases. Here, we have reported an interesting case of long-standing palatal swelling. Accurate diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical examination, patient history, imaging studies, and possibly biopsy or other laboratory tests.

Assessment of Factors Associated with Mandibular Anterior Crowding in Mixed Dentition.

Introduction: Dental crowding can be defined as a disparity in the relationship between the tooth size and arch length, which results in imbrication and rotation of teeth. Crowding of permanent teeth, especially in the anterior part of the mandible, is believed to be the most frequent form of malocclusion in children. The appropriate age for treatment of crowding is the late mixed dentition period.

Evaluation of Orthodontic Retention Protocols and Their Impact on Treatment Stability: Insights from a Tertiary Care Study.

Context: The goals of orthodontic therapy are to provide stable treatment results and the best possible tooth alignment. Orthodontic retention regimens are essential for avoiding relapses after treatment; however, there is ongoing discussion on the best regimen.

Methods: Orthodontic patients treated at a tertiary care center were the subject of a retrospective analysis.

Evaluation of Prevention of Initial Enamel Lesions around Orthodontic Brackets by Using Different Remineralizing Agents: An Original Research.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy of various remineralizing agents in stopping the early enamel lesions surrounding orthodontic brackets from progressing.

Techniques: Four groups were randomly allocated to a total of 100 participants: the control group (no treatment), calcium phosphate, casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP), and fluoride varnish. Remineralizing chemicals were administered in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, and enamel lesions were created around orthodontic brackets.

Heredity and Forensic Implications of Lip Prints among Indian Twins and Non-Twin Siblings: A Cheiloscopy Study.

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the lip prints of Indian twins and non-twin siblings to evaluate the existence of heredity in the lip prints of these individuals.

Materials And Methods: The study employed a blind, cross-sectional, quantitative approach with an inductive method and extensive direct observation. The sample consisted of 30 twins and 30 non-twin siblings, divided into three groups based on gender with 10 subjects in each subgroup.

Assessment of Upper and Lower Airway Dimensions in Skeletal Class I and Class II Subjects Having Different Growth Patterns - A Cross-Sectional Cephalometric Study.

Objectives: To compare the airway dimensions among subjects having skeletal class I and class II patterns considering their hypodivergent, normodivergent, and hyperdivergent growth patterns and to determine any variations between them.

Methods And Materials: The study consisted of 156 pre-treatment lateral cephalograms of subjects aged above 18 years. The sagittal skeletal pattern was used to separate the sample into two groups.

Effect of silver diamine fluoride and potassium iodide on shear bond strength for glass ionomer cement to primary dentine.

Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a highly effective topical fluoride for halting dental caries; however, it darkens both teeth and restorations. Therefore, it is of interest to assess the shear bond strength (SBS) of glass ionomer cement (GIC) to caries-affected dentin treated with SDF alone and SDF followed by KI. Forty primary molar samples were prepared to reveal a flat dentin surface and were randomly assigned to two groups.

Intrapulpal anesthesia in endodontics: an updated literature review.

Effective pain management is crucial for the successful performance of various endodontic procedures. Painless treatments are made possible by anesthetizing the tooth to be treated using various nerve-block techniques. However, certain circumstances necessitate supplemental anesthetic techniques to achieve profound anesthesia, especially in situations involving a "hot tooth" in which intrapulpal anesthesia (IPA) is employed.

The Prevalence and Association of Non-metric Dental Traits With Dentoskeletal Malocclusion and ABO Blood Groups in the Maharashtrian Population.

Introduction Non-metric dental traits (NMDTs) are a fundamental data source in forensic dentistry. Nevertheless, the insufficiency of data regarding the occurrence of these traits has instigated the present research endeavor aimed at ascertaining the prevalence, sexual dimorphism, and extent of inter-trait correlations within the Maharashtrian population of India. The secondary objective was to determine the correlations between NMDTs, dentoskeletal malocclusion, and ABO blood groups.

Comparative Evaluation of Sorption and Solubility of Core Buildup Materials in Different pH Media: An In-Vitro Study.

Aim: To evaluate and compare the sorption and solubility of two different core buildup materials in different pH media for periods of one day, one week, and one month.

Materials And Method: Sixty samples were prepared and divided into Group A (30 resin-based samples) and Group B (30 glass ionomer cement (GIC)-based samples). The sorption and solubility of the different materials were calculated by weighing the samples before and after desiccation and media immersion for periods of one day, one week, and one month.

Evaluation of the effect of chemical disinfection and ultraviolet disinfection on the dimensional stability of polyether impression material: an in-vitro study.

Background: Various methods, chemical and physical, disinfect dental impressions. Common chemicals include 1% Sodium Hypochlorite and 2% glutaraldehyde, while UV radiation is a prevalent physical method. Few studies compare their effects on dimensional stability in polyether impressions.

Comparison of Friction Produced at Backet-Wire Interface in Monocrystalline Ceramic Brackets of 8 Different Brands: An Study.

Introduction: The esthetic during the various orthodontic treatments has led to the invention of the brackets. When different ceramic brackets and archwires are used, the different frictional forces may result in the different outputs. Hence, in the present study, we evaluated and compared the frictional resistance between eight standard monocrystalline ceramic bracket models and each of the archwires of four different alloys.

Comparative Analysis of the Efficacy of Various Retreatment File Systems in the Removal of Gutta-Percha in Retreatment Cases and Time Taken During the Procedure: An In Vitro Cone Beam CT Study.

Background Removing gutta-percha manually can be a challenging task, especially when addressing densely packed root-filling material, particularly in cases where resin-based sealers are employed for obturation. The use of nickel-titanium (NiTi) rotary instruments not only effectively shapes the root canal but also efficiently removes the endodontic filling from the curved canal during retreatment. Hence, incorporating rotary NiTi instruments in retreatment cases can alleviate fatigue for both patients and operators.

Survivability of endodontically treated cracked tooth: A systematic review.

Background: Literature evidence describes various treatment protocols that have been employed for the effectiveness in improving survival and addressing associated symptoms of cracked teeth.

Objective: This systematic review investigates the survivability of endodontically treated cracked teeth and associated assessments, focusing on various treatment protocols.

Methods: The PRISMA guidelines were utilised for guiding the article selection framework of this review.

Comparative Evaluation of Fracture Toughness and Flexural Strength of Four Different Core Build-up Materials: An Study.

Aim: To evaluate and compare the fracture toughness and flexural strength of four different core build-up materials.

Materials And Methods: A total of 60 samples were divided into four groups ( = 15) group I: dual cure composite resin reinforced with zirconia particles (Luxacore Z), group II: light cure composite resin (Lumiglass DeepCure), group III: zirconia reinforced glass ionomer cement (GIC) (Zirconomer Improved), and group IV: chemically cure composite resin (Self Comp) respectively. All the core build-up materials were manipulated according to the manufacturer's instructions and poured into the mold.

Expression analysis of cyclin D, Ki-67, MCM3 and MCM2 in oral squamous cell carcinoma.

The expression analysis of cyclin D1, Ki-67, MCM3 and MCM2 in oral squamous cell carcinoma to identify biomarkers is of interest. 45 formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue blocks collected from archives of Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Government Dental College and Hospital, Jamnagar, India were subjected to a retrospective cross-sectional immuno-histo-chemistry examination. 30 blocks of OSCC with histological diagnosis have 15 tissue blocks of well-differentiated oral carcinoma and 15 tissue blocks of moderately-differentiated oral carcinoma.

Dental Anxiety Assessment through the Drawings of Children and Influence of Art Therapy.

Background: Assessment of dental anxiety in children is difficult because of their immature cognitive and emotional development. Drawings are well well-established emotion assessment tool. These can be used as nonverbal methods of communication for expressing the children's anxiety and emotions.

A Spectrophotometric comparative evaluation of the sealing ability of various perforation repair materials with a novel eggshell modified GIC.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare the sealing ability of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), Biodentine, glass ionomer cement, and glass ionomer cement modified with Chicken Eggshell Powder when used as furcation perforation repair material.

Materials And Methods: In the present study, 80 human lower first molars were used. Collected teeth had no caries or restoration, and none had fused roots.

Rare hybrid tumor of odontogenic fibromyxoma and central giant cell granuloma in maxilla: First reported case.

Fibromyxoma is a locally aggressive rare benign tumor of mesenchymal origin with or without odontogenic epithelium. The etiology of this tumor remains unknown and it is responsible for approximately 3-8% of all cysts and tumors. Another locally destructive benign lesion is central giant cell granuloma (CGCG) which contains osteoclast-like multinucleated giant cells.

Comparative Evaluation between Lavender Essential Oil and Patchouli Essential Oil in Aromatherapy and Its Effect on Dental Anxiety in Children.

Introduction: Dental fear and anxiety is the most common distressing problem for children. Management of dental anxiety in children is one of the most difficult tasks in dentistry. Recently, alternative and contemporary medical approaches such as aromatherapy have received much attention.