Does a Modified Endaural Incision Reduce Facial Nerve Injury and Improve Cosmesis When Compared to the Modified Pre-Auricular Incision for Management of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis?

Background: Facial nerve injury (FNI) and unesthetic scar are distressing complications of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgery. Insufficient evidence on whether a modified endaural incision can reduce FNI and serve as an aesthetic alternative is a concern.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare the postoperative FNI and surgical scar cosmesis using modified endaural incision (Inviscision approach [IA]) and modified preauricular incision (Alkayat-Bramley approach [ABA]) in TMJ ankylosis.

Clinical Evaluation of the Long-Term Survival and Success Rates of Different Types of Implant-Supported Prostheses.

Background: Dental implants have been essential to the therapy of patients who are partially edentulous.

Aim: Clinical evaluation of the long-term survival and success rates of different types of implant-supported prostheses.

Materials And Methods: Patients who had a healthy edentulous ridge of three missing teeth in the posterior jaw in which two or three dental implants were placed having any of three prostheses, namely, three-unit fixed dental prostheses (FPD) on two implants, three splinted crowns on three implants, and three splinted crowns on three implants were included.

CBCT: A Comprehensive Overview of its Applications and Clinical Significance in Dentistry.

This review provides a comprehensive overview of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in dentistry. It covers the basic principles, various applications, advantages, limitations, considerations, and future prospects of CBCT in the field of dentistry.

Management of Cardiovascular Disease Patients with Periodontitis Requiring Dental Treatment - A KAP Study among Dental Students.

Background: It is frequently observed that dental students require so many consents to manage medically compromised patients, especially cardiovascular patients with periodontitis requiring dental treatment.

Aims And Objectives: The present study aimed to assess the dental students' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding the management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) patients with periodontitis requiring dental treatment.

Material And Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted among 611 dental undergraduate and postgraduate students (branches of Periodontology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Endodontics, Prosthodontics, and Public Health and Dentistry) of central Gujrat.

To Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Dental Trauma and Its Management among School Teachers.

Background: Dental traumas, particularly tooth avulsion, represent a significant dental emergency among children, frequently occurring in schools. The knowledge and immediate response of schoolteachers are crucial for the prognosis of such emergencies.

Materials And Methods: This interventional study assessed the knowledge and attitudes of 248 primary school teachers in Rajasthan, India, regarding dental trauma management.

Comparative Analysis of Various Irrigation Solutions in Root Canal Treatment.

Background: " (RCT)" is essential in preserving natural dentition by eliminating infection within the root canal system. Irrigation solutions play a crucial role in achieving successful RCT outcomes by facilitating disinfection and debris removal.

Methods: An experimental design was employed to evaluate the irrigation solutions.

Patterns and Determinants of Primary Tooth Extraction in Children: A Study in an Indian Tertiary Care Dental Setting.

Introduction: Preservation of primary teeth is essential for optimal oral health in children; however, there is limited research on primary tooth extraction patterns in India. This study aimed to investigate the reasons for and patterns of primary tooth extraction in children in an Indian tertiary care dental setting.

Methodology: This retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed dental records of children aged up to 14 years who underwent tooth extraction under local anesthesia from January to December 2023.

A Comparative Evaluation of the Bonding Strength, Marginal Adaptation, and Microleakage of Dental Cements in Prosthodontics: An In Vitro Comparative Study.

Background: The primary function of dental cement is to seal and support prosthodontic restorative materials. Proper selection of the dental cement contributes to the clinical success of the restoration.

Methods: A total of 166 molar tooth samples were prepared to simulate the type of tooth commonly found in prosthodontic practice.

Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors affect craniofacial structures in a mouse model.

Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI) widely used in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, fibromyalgia, and migraine are among the most heavily prescribed drug class in the United States (US). Along with an overall rise in SSRI use, these medications are increasingly used by pregnant individuals and recent preclinical and clinical studies have indicated that SSRIs may increase the prevalence of congenital abnormalities and birth defects of the craniofacial region. Our group has developed pre-clinical models of study, including those that mimic the clinical use of SSRI in mice.

Evaluating the Impact of Chronic Care Model on Smoking Cessation: An Interventional Study.

Background: This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the chronic care model (CCM) in helping primary healthcare workers quit smoking. The intervention involves implementing the CCM, which includes six key elements: the healthcare system, clinical care planning, clinical management information, self-management guidance, community resources, and decision-making.

Material And Methods: The study is based on a population of 60 primary healthcare workers who smoke.

The association between genetic factors and temporomandibular disorders: A systematic literature review.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the correlation between genetic factors and the occurrence and progression of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) using a comprehensive review and meta-analysis.

Design: A comprehensive search was conducted using the ScienceDirect, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Dimensions, and Emerald databases. A reviewer selected the study using modified PICO criteria, considering human subjects with TMDs, comparing different genetic factors among TMD and non-TMD patients, and reporting TMD signs and symptoms as outcomes.

Comparative evaluation of microhardness of three restorative materials after immersion in chlorhexidine mouthwash: An study.

Aim: To evaluate and compare the microhardness of Filtek Z250XT, Beautifil II, and Neo Spectra ST HV after immersion in chlorhexidine mouthwash.

Materials And Methods: Thirty disc specimens (10 for each group) made of three different restorative materials, Group 1 - Filtek (3M ESPE), Group 2 - Beautifil II (Shofu), and Group 3 - Neo Spectra ST HV (Dentsply). To simulate 1 year of daily mouthwash use, 10 specimens from each group were immersed in chlorhexidine, kept in an incubator at 37°C for 12 h, and later subjected to microhardness measurement using Vicker's hardness test.

Comparative efficacy of photobiomodulation on osseointegration in dental implants: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) in enhancing bone integration with dental implants.

Method: PubMed, ScienceDirect, the Cochrane Library, Scopus, and Google Scholar were searched. Studies assessing PBM effectiveness with defined intervention/control groups were included, while those lacking specified laser types, involving severe maxillofacial defects or surgery, and not reporting outcomes related to dental implant osseointegration post-PBM therapy were excluded.

Comparative Analgesic Efficacy of Intramuscular Dexamethasone, Ketorolac, Tramadol, and Butorphanol with Regard to Postoperative Pain After Mandibular Third Molar Surgery.

Surgical removal of the third molar often resulted in postoperative pain which affected the quality of life of the patients. Pharmacological management of pain includes NSAIDS or steroids. The present study compared four drugs, viz.

Assessing the Relationship Between COVID-19 and Dental Decay Risk in Youth: A Retrospective Analysis.

Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly impacted public health globally, with particular attention on the effects on children, adolescents, and young adults. This study aimed to investigate the potential relationship between COVID-19 and caries risk in this age group.

Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted on 120 patients between the ages of six and 25 years who received dental treatment at a university-affiliated dental clinic between January 2020 and December 2021.

In silico assessment of biocompatibility and toxicity: molecular docking and dynamics simulation of PMMA-based dental materials for interim prosthetic restorations.

Aim: This study aimed to comprehensively assess the biocompatibility and toxicity profiles of poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and its monomeric unit, methyl methacrylate (MMA), crucial components in dental materials for interim prosthetic restorations.

Methodology: Molecular docking was employed to predict the binding affinities, energetics, and steric features of MMA and PMMA with selected receptors involved in bone metabolism and tissue development, including RANKL, Fibronectin, BMP9, NOTCH2, and other related receptors. The HADDOCK standalone version was utilized for docking calculations, employing a Lamarckian genetic algorithm to explore the conformational space of ligand-receptor interactions.

The impact of virtual reality simulation on dental education: A systematic review of learning outcomes and student engagement.

Purpose: Virtual reality (VR) simulations have been increasingly employed to train dental students prior to clinical practice. According to the literature, blended learning designs in the form of VR simulations can be utilized by both dental students and instructors to provide quality education. They can also save time and improve motor skills before students enter clinical stages.