Exploring the association between orthodontic treatment and temporomandibular disorders in pediatric patient: A retrospective study.

Objective: This retrospective study aimed to investigate the association between orthodontic treatment and development of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) in pediatric patients.

Methods: This study analyzed 122 pediatric patients (age 10-18 years) who underwent orthodontic treatment. The inclusion criteria included comprehensive orthodontic records and substantial clinical documentation, while the exclusion criteria targeted preexisting TMDs or syndromes affecting the temporomandibular joint.

Analysis of Long-Term Success and Biological Complications in Zygomatic Implant-Supported Prostheses.

Introduction: Patients with significant maxillary atrophy who are not candidates for standard implants now have an option thanks to zygomatic implants. Long-term statistics on difficulties and success are, however, scarce.

Methods: A tertiary care center's patient data were retrospectively analyzed.

Assessing Genotoxicity and Cytotoxicity Induced by X-Ray Exposure From Cone Beam Computed Tomography at Varied Fields of View.

Introduction: The practice of dentistry benefits greatly from cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and advantages should be prioritized over hazards; even modest doses of X-rays have the potential to have cytotoxic effects, damage DNA through their clastogenic impact, and stimulate the creation of micronuclei along with further nuclear changes.

Aims And Objectives: To assess the genotoxicity and cytotoxicity of X-rays in exfoliated oral mucosal cells from patients who underwent CBCT scans at different fields of view (FOV), and to examine and assess the extent of cytotoxicity and genotoxicity caused by X-rays in oral exfoliated cells of people who were subjected to CBCT at different fields of view (FOV).

Material And Methods: Following CBCT exposure, 66 patients were chosen from the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology at the SVS Institute of Dental Sciences, Mahbubnagar.

Comparative Evaluation of Polymethyl Methacrylate and Thermoforming Crowns as Semipermanent Crowns in Primary Molars: An Study.

Aim: The present randomized clinical trial is aimed at evaluating clinical efficiency of two different types of esthetic crowns-polymethyl methacrylate crowns and vacuum formed thermoformed crown as an alternative to full-coverage coronal restoration for deciduous molars.

Materials And Methods: A total of 45 primary molars in pediatric patients were selected using randomization and split into three groups based on the technique used for preparation of crowns: group I-polymethyl methacrylate crowns; group II-thermoformed crown; and group III-stainless steel crowns (SSC). All crowns were clinically and radiographically evaluated at baseline, 1st month, and 3rd month for gingival health, retention, marginal integrity, proximal contacts, occlusion, alignment, and staining.

Bioactivity of Calcium Silicate-Based Endodontic Materials: A Comparative Evaluation.

Background: Bioactivity refers to the ability of a material to interact with living organisms or biological systems in a way that elicits a specific response. In the context of materials science and medicine, bioactivity is particularly important because it can determine the suitability of material for various applications.

Objective: To evaluate and compare different commercially available calcium silicate-based materials regarding: 1.

Orthodontic treatment in adults: Challenges, outcomes, and factors affecting compliance and satisfaction.

Background: The demand for orthodontic treatment among adults has witnessed a substantial rise in recent years. This study aims to explore the complexities of adult orthodontics, focusing on challenges faced, treatment outcomes, and the influence of factors such as age, gender, and education on patient compliance and satisfaction.

Methods: A multi-dimensional approach was employed, combining a review of clinical records with structured patient surveys.

A 5-year comprehensive evaluation of maxillofacial injuries in polytrauma patients at a tertiary hospital - an epidemiological study.

Objectives: To report and analyze the pattern of maxillofacial injuries in trauma victims and to define the role of a maxillofacial surgeon in an emergency trauma care team.

Materials And Methods: Trauma patients reported and reporting to the casualty of a tertiaryhospital with facial injuries and other suspected concomitant injuries in the body were included in this study. The complete medical and radiographic records of each patient were reviewed and data was collected in a standard proforma in this 5-year clinical study (3 year of retrospective and 2 year of prospective study).

Analysis of Effect of Melatonin on Postoperative Sensory Nerve Recovery Following Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Anterior Mandible Fractures: A Prospective Randomized Control Trial.

Purpose: Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of the anterior mandibular fractures are commonly associated with mental nerve paraesthesia. This study evaluates the efficacy of melatonin on postoperative sensory functional recovery and pain following surgical treatment of anterior mandibular fractures.

Methods: Forty patients were randomly allocated to two groups: Group I-melatonin, and Group II-control group.

Assessment of Polyetheretherketone Crown in Patients: An Original Research.

Introduction: Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) has a long history of usage in implant abutments, but it has not seen much applications in tooth-supported prosthetics. The purpose of this research was to examine the clinical performance of PEEK crowns as well as the level of patient satisfaction with them. The pilot study was designed as an longitudinal examination.

Comparative evaluation of human breast milk, bovine milk, and infant milk formula on cariogenicity in children: An in vivo study.

Aim: The aim of the study was to compare the cariogenicity of human breast milk (HBM), bovine milk, and infant milk formulas.

Patients And Methods: Ninety children of 1-4 years were randomly selected according to the type of milk they consume and were divided into five groups: Group I - HBM, Group II - cow milk, Group III - buffalo milk, Group IV - Lactogen 2, and Group V - Dexolac 4. Three parameters were assessed (salivary pH, plaque pH, and Streptococcus mutans count).

Revolutionizing Dental Imaging: A Comprehensive Study on the Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology.

Recent advancements in deep learning and artificial intelligence (AI) have profoundly impacted various fields, including diagnostic imaging. Integrating AI technologies such as deep learning and convolutional neural networks has the potential to drastically improve diagnostic methods in the field of dentistry and maxillofacial radiography. A systematic study that adhered to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) standards was carried out to examine the efficacy and uses of AI in dentistry and maxillofacial radiography.

Facial Asymmetry-Demystifying the Entity.

Introduction/background: Perfect facial symmetry has always been considered a hallmark of beauty, but, is almost elusive in nature. However, clinically evident skeletal facial asymmetry on the other hand is quite common, which can result from congenital deformities, developmental abnormalities, secondary to maxillofacial trauma and it is an entity maxillofacial surgeons deal with on a regular basis. Surgical correction of facial asymmetry is challenging, as it not only involves the correction of the skeletal asymmetry for an aesthetic outcome, but, also the improvement of the soft tissue drape and dental occlusal harmony.

Development of Automated Risk Stratification for Sporadic Odontogenic Keratocyst Whole Slide Images with an Attention-Based Image Sequence Analyzer.

(1) Background: The categorization of recurrent and non-recurrent odontogenic keratocyst is complex and challenging for both clinicians and pathologists. What sets this cyst apart is its aggressive nature and high likelihood of recurrence. Despite identifying various predictive clinical/radiological/histopathological parameters, clinicians still face difficulties in therapeutic management due to its inherent aggressive nature.

Building Automation Pipeline for Diagnostic Classification of Sporadic Odontogenic Keratocysts and Non-Keratocysts Using Whole-Slide Images.

The microscopic diagnostic differentiation of odontogenic cysts from other cysts is intricate and may cause perplexity for both clinicians and pathologists. Of particular interest is the odontogenic keratocyst (OKC), a developmental cyst with unique histopathological and clinical characteristics. Nevertheless, what distinguishes this cyst is its aggressive nature and high tendency for recurrence.

Comparative evaluation and influence of various staining agents on color stability and fluorescence of different esthetic orthodontic wires: An study.

Objectives: This study aimed to compare and evaluate the effect of three staining solutions on the color stability of three different brands of esthetic archwires using a spectrophotometer and also to compare the fluorescence of esthetic archwires with extracted human teeth.

Materials And Methods: A total of 84 nickel-titanium (NiTi)-coated esthetic archwires with the same cross section and size (0.016 × 0.

To Evaluate the Correlation between the ABO Blood Group, Lip, and Fingerprint Pattern.

This research set out to see whether there was a connection between the ABO blood type and the unique patterns found on people's lips and fingerprints.As many as a hundred people were surveyed for this study. Red lip gloss, cellophane tape, white A3 paper, a stamp pad with blue ink, and a magnifying glass were also used.

An Staining Effect of Different Children's Health Drinks on Esthetic Restorative Materials.

Aim: To evaluate the staining effect of different children's health drinks (Boost, Complan, and Pediasure) on esthetic restorative materials (giomer, nanohybrid composite, and ormocer).

Materials And Methods: The specimens consist of giomer, nanohybrid composite, and ormocer. Before the discoloration process, 80 disks of each material were fabricated, each measuring 5 mm in diameter and 2 mm in thickness.

Effectiveness of three mouth rinsing agents against mutans and species - A comparative study.

Background: Dental caries is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases and is a cause of continuous discomfort through impaired function and esthetics. To control dental caries, the removal of plaque is of utmost importance, and that further necessitates the use of chemotherapeutic agents. Several side effects associated with chlorhexidine have stimulated the search for an alternative chemotherapeutic agent.

Factorial analysis of variables affecting bone stress adjacent to mini-implants used for molar distalization by direct anchorage-A finite element study.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the stresses on mini-implant, cortical bone, and cancellous bone for maxillary molar distalization using an orthodontic implant in a finite element model for different angulations and depths of insertion.

Methods: A three-dimensional finite element method was used to simulate overall orthodontic tooth movements by using ANSYS software. The maxillary bone and the molars were reproduced using CT scan images and conversion of the same into STL file was done.

Sterilization of New Endodontic Hand Files Stored in Dental Office Inventory: An In Vitro Study.

Background and objective Endodontic files, as supplied by the manufacturers to the endodontists, are not pre-sterile routinely. For both new and used equipment, rotary as well as manual, autoclaving is the standard sterilization protocol used in clinical and academic practice. In dentistry, instrument sterilization aims to safeguard patients from cross-contamination through instruments.

Erratum: Addendum: Comparative evaluation of efficacy of external vibrating device and counterstimulation on child's dental anxiety and pain perception during local anesthetic administration: a clinical trial.

[This corrects the article on p. 345 in vol. 21, PMID: 34395902.

Comparative Evaluation of Effect of Different Antioxidants on Shear Bond Strength of Composites on Bleached Enamel: An Study.

Aim: To evaluate the effect of antioxidants on the shear bond strength of composite resin to bleached enamel.

Materials And Methods: A total of 120 extracted permanent anterior teeth were split into four major groups, one among them being a control group. Group I (bleaching + without antioxidant), group II (bleaching + 10% sodium ascorbate), group III (bleaching + 5% grape seed extract), and group IV (bleaching + 5% pine bark extract).

Comparative Evaluation of Bacterial Colonization Color Stability and Halitosis of Oral Appliances Fabricated Using Cold Cure Acrylics, Heat Cure Acrylics and Thermoforming Sheets: An Study.

Aim: Removable oral appliances form an integral part of interceptive orthodontic procedures. Bacterial colonization leading to halitosis and poor color stability are the major disadvantages of the same in spite of patient acceptability. The aim of the present study was to evaluate bacterial colonization, color stability, and halitosis from the oral appliances fabricated using cold cure, cold cure under pressure pot, heat cure acrylics, thermoforming sheet, Erkodur and antibacterial thermoforming sheet, Erkodur-bz.