Efficacy of buccal fat pad in the surgical management of oral submucous fibrosis: a prospective study.

Purpose: Various surgical treatment modalities have been advocated in the surgical management of oral submucous fibrosis with variable results. This prospective study evaluates the efficacy of buccal fat pad in the surgical treatment of oral submucous fibrosis.

Patients And Method: In the present study, 20 patients were treated for oral submucous fibrosis with interincisal mouth opening less than 16 mm.

Influence of salivary contamination on the dentin bond strength of two different seventh generation adhesive systems: In vitro study.

Aim: To investigate the effect of salivary contamination on the bond strength of two different seventh generation adhesive systems.

Materials And Methods: Sixty caries-free human premolars with flat dentin surfaces were randomly divided into six groups of 10 teeth each and bonding was done using seventh-generation bonding agents Adper Easy One (3M ESPE) and Xeno V (Dentsply). Following the bonding procedure, resin composite was bonded to the surfaces using a plastic mould.

Comparison of sealing ability of ProRoot MTA, RetroMTA, and Biodentine as furcation repair materials: An ultraviolet spectrophotometric analysis.

Aim: To evaluate the sealing ability of ProRooT MTA, RetroMTA, and Biodentine as furcation repair materials using dye extraction leakage method.

Materials And Methods: Thirty-five mandibular molars were randomly divided into four groups according to the material used for perforation repair. Group I - ProRoot MTA (10 samples), Group II - RetroMTA (10 samples), Group III - Biodentine (10 samples), and Group IV (Control) - left unrepaired (5 samples).

Comparative scanning electron microscopy evaluation of Canal Brushing technique, sonic activation, and master apical file for the removal of triple antibiotic paste from root canal (in vitro study).

Aims: To compare and evaluate the effectiveness of Canal Brushing technique, sonic activation, and master apical file (MAF) for the removal of triple antibiotic paste (TAP) from root canal using scanning electron microscopy (SEM).

Materials And Methods: Twenty-two single rooted teeth were instrumented with ProTaper up to the size number F2 and dressed with TAP. TAP was removed with Canal Brush technique (Group I, n: 6), sonic (EndoActivator) (Group II, n: 6), and MAF (Group III, n: 6).

Basal Cell Adenoma of Submandibular Salivary Gland: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Background: Salivary gland tumours constitute about 3-4 % of all head and neck neoplasms. Approximately 80 % originate in the parotid gland and they are rarely present in the submandibular gland. Basal cell adenoma is a benign epithelial salivary gland tumour that appears to have unique histologic characteristics.

Effect of Three-wall Bony Defect along Various Root Surfaces on Position of Center of Resistance: A 3D Finite Element Analysis.

Introduction: Increase in adult orthodontic patients has increased the challenges faced by orthodontists, as they often present themselves with a varying degree of dental and peri-odontal compromise, in which the entire orthodontic treatment planning will revolve around maintenance and augmentation of supporting apparatus. One of the many factors to be considered during treating an adult patient is the height of alveolar bone and its effect on center of resistance (CRes).

Materials And Methods: Eight 3D analytical models of upper central incisor were designed using 'Solid Works Office Premium'.

Peripheral Calcifying Cystic Odontogenic Tumour - A Rare Case Report.

Odontogenic lesions are derived from remnants of the components of the developing tooth germ. The calcifying cystic odontogenic tumour (CCOT) is a benign cystic neoplasm of odontogenic origin that is characterized by ameloblastoma-like epithelial cells and ghost cells. Most peripheral CCOTs are located in the anterior gingiva of the mandible or maxilla.

Dental pain and self-care: a cross-sectional study of people with low socio-economic status residing in rural India.

Context: Self-care is one of the ways in which people without access to professional care can actively engage in managing their oral health problems.

Aim: To find out the prevalence of dental pain and the type of self-care remedies utilised for pain relief by people with low socio-economic status residing in Kollipara mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh.

Settings And Design: This was a cross-sectional population-based study.

Efficacy of nasolabial flap in reconstruction of fibrotomy defect in surgical management of oral submucous fibrosis: a prospective study.

Purpose: Various surgical modalities have been used in the surgical management of oral submucous fibrosis with variable results. This prospective study evaluates the efficacy of nasolabial flap in the reconstruction of fibrotomy defect in surgical treatment of oral submucous fibrosis in terms of functional and esthetic outcomes.

Material And Method: In this prospective study, we treated 20 patients of oral submucous fibrosis surgically.

An Unusual Complication with Use of Lignocaine: A Case Report.

Allergic responses to lignocaine (amide local anaesthesia) used in dentistry is extremely rare. It is widely used by Oral Maxillofacial surgeons to carry out various procedures safely, comfortably and efficiently. It is important for the practitioners to be aware that allergic reactions though very rare, can occur after injection of lignocaine intradermally for allergy testing.

Reconstruction of Orbital Floor Fractures with Autogenous Bone Graft Application from Anterior Wall of Maxillary Sinus: A Retrospective Study.

Introduction: Orbital wall fracture implies a situation where disruptions of the walls or floor have occurred. It is a blowout type fracture where bone fragments with torn periosteum are pushed outside of the original bony orbit. There is no intact bone even near the defect area except the thin bone rim surrounding the blowout fracture.

Schwannoma of the cheek: clinical case and literature review.

Introduction: Schwannoma is a relatively uncommon benign tumor that apparently originates from Schwann cells of peripheral nerves. The most common intraoral site is the tongue followed by the palate, floor of mouth, buccal mucosa, lips and the jaws. The preoperative diagnosis is often difficult, and in the majority of cases, the diagnosis can only be made during surgery and by histological study.

Malignant fibrous histiocytoma: an uncommon sarcoma with pathological fracture of mandible.

Background: Tumors composed of cells differentiating as both fibroblasts and histiocytes have been designated fibrous histiocytomas. Only a small percentage of these lesions behave in a malignant fashion, they are called malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH).The occurrence of MFH in membranous bones including the mandible is quite unusual.

Evaluation of push-out bond strength of endosequence BC sealer with lateral condensation and thermoplasticized technique: An in vitro study.

Aims: To evaluate and compare the push-out bond strength of root filled with Endosequence BC, AH Plus and Endomethasone N sealers using lateral condensation and thermoplasticized technique.

Materials And Methods: Thirty mandibular premolars with completely formed roots were selected. Teeth were decoronated, working length was determined.

Oral submucous fibrosis--a treatment protocol based on clinical study of 100 patients in central India.

Purpose: Oral submucous fibrosis till date is a very poorly understood and unsatisfactorily treated disease with variable signs and symptoms. In this paper, we have classified the disease in different groups according to the clinical signs, radiological assessment, histopathological confirmation, progress, and severity of disease and proposed a treatment algorithm for effective treatment of the disease in 100 patients.

Material And Method: In our study, we randomly selected 100 patients of oral submucous fibrosis and classified them in to five groups based on clinical symptoms and radiological and histopathological parameters.

Periodontitis associated with osteomalacia.

Osteomalacia is a metabolic bone disorder characterized by an alternation of bone mineralization, bone pain, increased bone fragility and fractures. A 23-year-old female patient reported with short stature and depressed nasal bridge with oral manifestation showing partial anodontia and periodontitis. This case report attempt to highlights clinical, radiographic, biochemical features of osteomalacia and periodontitis.

Dentigerous cyst associated with ectopic canine and a supernumerary tooth: a rare occurrence.

Amongst the cysts of the jaw dentigerous cyst (DC) is one of the most prevalent types of odontogenic cysts, which is associated with the crown of an unerupted or developing tooth. DC is more commonly seen with mandibular third molar and maxillary canine and rarely other teeth are involved. These cysts seldom associate with supernumerary teeth.

A comparative study of the effect of four consecutive firing cycles on the marginal fit of all: ceramic crown system and metal ceramic crown system.

The marginal fit of new all ceramic crown system. To know the marginal adaptability of new all ceramic systems. Finesse all ceramic system and traditional metal ceramic system total 15 samples of all ceramic (test group) and 15 samples of metal ceramic crown system (control group) were fabricated and tested for marginal distortion at four firing cycles using image analyzer and special software (Leco Version La 32) in which instead of measuring at points an area was measured that gives a computed mean measured thickness of marginal distortion.

Comparative evaluation of debris removal from root canal wall by using EndoVac and conventional needle irrigation: An in vitro study.

Context: Microbial control is of paramount importance in Clinical Endodontics. Therefore, cleaning and disinfection of root canals are essential to achieve endodontic success.

Aims: The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy of EndoVac irrigation system and conventional needle (30 gauges side venting needle) irrigation for removal of debris from the root canal walls at coronal, middle and apical third by using the scanning electron microscopy (SEM).

Is buccal fat pad a better option than nasolabial flap for reconstruction of intraoral defects after surgical release of fibrous bands in patients with oral submucous fibrosis? A pilot study: a protocol for the management of oral submucous fibrosis.

Purpose: The aim this study was to compare the buccal fat pad (BFP) and nasolabial flap for reconstruction of intraoral defects after release of fibrous bands in patients with oral submucous fibrosis (OSF).

Materials And Methods: This is a comparative study. The study sample was derived from the population of patients who presented, with restricted mouth opening of less than 20 mm, to the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Swargiya Dada Saheb Kalmegh Dental College and Hospital Hingna Nagpur.

Osteoradionecrosis of the mandible: a review.

Background: Osteoradionecrosis is a serious complication of radiotherapy that often leads to severe facial deformity, pain, pathological fracture, sequestration of devitalized bone, and orocutaneous fistulas. Preventive measures for osteoradionecrosis are the best treatment plan to avoid osteoradionecrosis. Radical surgery is indicated when conservative methods fail or when severe bone and soft-tissue necrosis prevails.

Ectopic mandibular third molar leading to osteomyelitis of condyle: a case report with literature review.

Background: A tooth is said to be ectopic if it is malpositioned either due to congenital factors or displaced due to pathological lesions. The incidence of osteomyelitis of condyle has a rare occurrence, very few cases have been reported, either their etiology is unknown or is due to hematogenous spread or a tuberculous focus. This particular case may be a rare of its kind, as recent literature did not reveal any case where an ectopic mandibular third molar led to osteomyelitis of the condyle.

Unusual intramaxillary plexiform schwannoma.

Background: Neoplasms of peripheral nerve in the head and neck region are of common occurrence, but origin in the oral and para-oral tissues is uncommon and they rarely occur centrally within the jaws. Schwannoma is a benign neoplasm originating from the neural sheath of peripheral soft tissues, but its occurrence within the jaw bones is most unusual. Plexiform schwannoma is a unique variant of Schwann cell tumours having plexiform pattern.

Extended nasolabial flap compared with the platysma myocutaneous muscle flap for reconstruction of intraoral defects after release of oral submucous fibrosis: a comparative study.

We compared extended nasolabial flaps and coronoidectomy with platysma myocutaneous muscle flaps in the management of 20 randomly selected patients with histologically confirmed oral submucous fibrosis. Ten patients were treated by release of fibrous bands, bilateral coronoidectomy, and reconstruction with an extended nasolabial flap (nasolabial group), and the other 10 by bilateral release of fibrous bands, coronoidectomy, and reconstruction with a platysma myocutaneous muscle flap (platysma group). In the nasolabial group the mean preoperative interincisal mouth opening was 12(range 3-14)mm, and in the platysma group it was 11 (3-13).