Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of White Spot Lesion Management Among Dental Professionals in South India: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction White spot lesions (WSLs) are opacities formed due to decalcification occurring in the enamel's subsurface layer. These lesions are most commonly seen in patients during and after fixed orthodontic treatment due to undisturbed accumulation of plaque. Other factors that can predispose to WSLs are enamel hypomineralization, hypomaturation, hypoplasia, and disruption in the levels of salivary calcium, phosphate, bicarbonate, and fluoride.

Reliability of Moyer's and Tanaka Johnston's prediction methods in a non-Caucasian heterogeneous population - a cross-sectional study.

Mixed dentition analyses are used to determine possible tooth-size and arch-length discrepancies during the transition from primary to permanent dentition. Prediction methods using a probability table or linear regression equation use the sum of the mesiodistal widths of mandibular permanent incisors to predict the mesiodistal width of unerupted permanent teeth. Racial and sexual variations and sexual dimorphism in tooth size have been reported.

Assessing the Effect of Exogenous Melatonin on Orthodontic Tooth Movement.

Objective: To examine the effect of orthodontic tooth movement on experimental Wistar rats by synthesizing melatonin formulation for administration and conducting serological analysis of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and melatonin, along with histological evaluation and immunohistochemistry analysis of ALP and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in both control and experimental groups.

Methodology: Nine male Wistar rats were randomly divided into negative ( = 3), positive control ( = 3), and experimental groups ( = 3). Endogenous melatonin levels (pg/mL) were assessed, and an orthodontic force of 10 cN was applied to positive control and experimental groups using a ligature wire.

Comparative Spectrophotometric Assessment of Color Stability of Two Hybrid Composite Materials in an Oral Environment when Exposed to Various Liquids.

Introduction: The primary intent of this scientific research is to effectively assess and collate the inherent potentiality of the two selected investigative composite materials in effectual maintenance of their standard color following subsequent and consistent submersion in customary available pediatric liquids consumed by children. The above investigation will be effectively estimated using the Commission Internationale de I'Eclairege (CIE) L*a*b* system-based spectrophotometer.

Materials And Methods: A total of 100 composites of spheroidal plates were fabricated accordingly.

A Systemic Review and Meta-analysis on Natural Resistance-associated Macrophage Protein 1 (3'-Untranslated Region) and Nucleotide-binding Oligomerization Domain-2 (rs8057341) Polymorphisms and Leprosy Susceptibility in Asian and Caucasian Populations.

The current meta-analysis aims to explore the potential correlation between natural resistance-associated macrophage protein 1 (NRAMP1) (3'-Untranslated region [3'-UTR]) and nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-2 (NOD2 [rs8057341]) gene polymorphisms and their association with leprosy susceptibility in both Asian and Caucasian populations. Datas were retrieved from case control studies with NOD 2 and NRAMP 1 gene polymorphism associated with leprosy disease. Leprosy emerges as a particularly distinctive ailment among women on a global scale.

Risk Factors of Early Childhood Caries among Preschool Children in Madipakkam, Chennai: Cross-Sectional Survey.

Background: Early childhood caries (ECC) is a major oral health problem, mainly in socially disadvantaged populations. ECC affects infants and preschool children worldwide.

Aim: A survey to identify the factors influencing the ECC among preschool children in Madipakkam, Chennai.

Knowledge, Awareness, and Perception of Dental Stem Cell: A Questionnaire-based Cross-sectional Study.

The purest and unrestricted source of stem cells is the enamel of the teeth. Dental stem cells (DSCs), which are simple to get, quick to use, and reasonably priced, have the potential to be used in a variety of promising therapeutic applications. Due to their capacity for self-renewal, they are employed to treat significant flaws brought about by diseases, injuries, or surgical procedures.

Evaluation of Dentist Perception of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Accelerated Tooth Movement - Cross Sectional Survey.

The current survey was conducted to assess the knowledge, awareness and perception of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on accelerated tooth movement among dentist present in the state of Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu dentists were the subjects of the cross-sectional questionnaire survey. 500 participants completed self-administered questionnaires about their knowledge, awareness, and perception of PRP's effect on accelerated tooth movement.

Evaluation of the 3D Technology in the Auto-transplantation: An Original Research.

Introduction: Using three-dimensional printed duplicates of the donor teeth, three-dimensional auto-transplantation is a medical procedure that moves a tooth from one location inside a patient to another. The intraoperative practicability during 3D auto-transplantation of teeth was evaluated in the present study.

Material And Methods: A prospective multicenter clinical study was done among the subjects.

Comparative Evaluation of Wear Strength and Compressive Strength of Two Pit and Fissure Sealants with a Nanofilled Resin Coating: An Study.

Introduction: The role of sealants for pits and fissures has been emphasized in caries prevention. Considering the advantages of a surface sealer and the effects of its application over restorative materials; the study is aimed at evaluating two pit and fissure sealants with a nanofilled resin coating.

Materials And Methods: In this double-blinded study, a total of 60 caries-free extracted third molars were collected and divided into two groups of 30 each receiving either a resin-based sealant (Helioseal F) or a glass ionomer-based sealant (GC Fuji VII).

The Management of Drug-Induced Gingival Enlargement in a Patient With Preexisting Periodontitis.

Antihypertensives such as amlodipine, which is a family of calcium channel blockers (CCBs), possess a limitation by causing gingival enlargement on long-term use. Gingival enlargement hinders the patient's oral hygiene maintenance and causes more plaque accumulation and inflammation. The severity of the condition is dependent on dose and duration.

APPLICATIONS OF THREE DIMENSIONAL FACIAL COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IN HEAD AND NECK REGION - A REVIEW.

3D facial CT has evolved and revolutionized diagnosis leading to better management. The limitations of conventional 2D methods limit the therapeutic options related to leading to an erroneous treatment. Although 3D facial CT is expensive, its advantages outweigh the cons.

Comparative Evaluation of Salivary Parameters in Tobacco Substance Abusers.

Background: Tobacco use by youth is ever-demanding, and it is increasingly distributed not only in India but also globally. Saliva is a complex oral bio-fluid, freely available, performing absolute tasks for maintaining oral health and homeostasis. It contains a plethora of significant constituents such as proline-rich proteins (PRPs), immunoglobulins, IgA, enzymes lysozyme, lactoferrin, peroxidases, amylase, etc.

Success rate of immediately loaded implants in the posterior zone.

Dental implants are considered an ideal treatment for a missing single tooth. Immediate loading of implants can hasten the procedure, providing comfort to the patients. Recently, immediate loading of implants has gained much importance as it helps hasten the procedure and provides more comfort to patients.

IFN-gene polymorphisms as a risk factor for tuberculosis infection in Asian populations: A meta-analysis.

Background: The purpose of this meta-analysis is to verify that rs1861494 and rs2069718, two polymorphisms in the IFN-gene, are associated with tuberculosis (TB) infection in Asian populations.

Methods: To find appropriate case-control studies, a search was done from the databases, including Google Scholar, Science Direct, Embase, and PubMed. With the aid of MetaGenyo software, statistical analyses were performed.

Antibacterial, Cytotoxicity and Wound Healing Activities of Methanol and Aqueous Extracts from .

(Amaranthaceae) is a most important plant in the Indian medicinal system of Unani, Ayurveda, and Sidha. It is distributed throughout tropical countries particularly this medicinal herb is found as a weed all over India. The antibiotic-resistant bacteria treatment, many medicinal plants act as alternatives to antibiotics and are considered new resources for producing agents.

Efficacy of Tooth Bleaching With Prior Application of Two Different Desensitizing Agents: An In Vitro Study.

Objective To compare and evaluate the efficacy of tooth bleaching with prior application of two different desensitizing agents such as sodium fluoride and 5% potassium nitrate. Materials and methods A total of 108 extracted human maxillary central incisors were stained in black coffee solution and stored in artificial saliva for colour stabilization. The specimens were randomly divided into three groups (n = 36) according to the following protocols: (a) bleaching without desensitizer, (b) bleaching with prior application of sodium fluoride, and (c) bleaching with prior application of 5% potassium nitrate.

A split-mouth randomized controlled trial to compare the rate of canine retraction after a soft tissue procedure compared against a corticotomy procedure for accelerated tooth movement.

Background And Aim: Various methods to accelerate the orthodontic tooth movement have been used, among which corticotomy is considered to be the most common one. The suggested reasoning for such acceleration was the regional acceleratory phenomenon (RAP). Since the RAP is a property of both the hard and soft tissues, we designed a soft tissue flap procedure to compare the effects with the conventional corticotomy procedure.

Anticancer Effects of L. and Benzyl Isothiocyanate on an Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Cell Line: An Study.

Aim: The study aimed to assess the anticancer effects of leaves of the male and female plant and seeds L extract and the active compound benzyl isothiocyanate on oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) cell line.

Materials And Methods: Extracts of CO strain L. seeds were prepared using water, ethanol, and ethanol:water by maceration, and benzyl isothiocyanate was quantified.

Antibiotic Prescription Patterns for Endodontic Procedures in India: A Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP) Survey.

Objective The purpose of this study is to evaluate the antibiotic prescription patterns of endodontists, general dentists, and other dental specialists for endodontic procedures in India by using the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) survey method. Methods This cross-sectional study was carried out from February 2022 to May 2022 and involved dentists across India. A self-made questionnaire survey was created to judge the knowledge of various dental practitioners, which includes general dentists, endodontists, other dental specialists, and post-graduates with regard to antibiotic usage guidelines for endodontic purposes.

Overview and knowledge of prosthodontic diagnostic aids among interns and post graduates - A cross-sectional questionnaire study.

Aim: This study aims to evaluate and compare the knowledge of prosthodontic diagnostic aids among interns and postgraduates.

Settings And Design: A questionnaire survey was conducted to assess and compare the knowledge of prosthodontic diagnostic aids among interns and postgraduates. Based on the pilot study with alpha error 5% and a power of study 80%, the sample size was estimated to be 858 for each group.

The SARS-CoV-2 Virus could Downregulate Dual Specificity Phosphatase-1 Expression in Oral Cancer: A Plausible Hypothesis that could Explain Oral Cancer Progression in the COVID-19 Pandemic and Post-pandemic Situation.

This study explores the downregulation of Dual Specificity Phosphatase-1 (DUSP-1) expression in oral cancer progression during the pandemic and post-pandemic situations. Keywords: COVID-19, Dual specificity phosphatase-1, Oral cancer, SARS-CoV-2.