bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Lasers in Periodontics: An Overview
Authors: Bains Vivek K , Bains Rhythm 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Among commonly used lasers in dentistry viz CO2, Nd:YAG, Ho:YAG, Er: YAG, Er, Cr:YSGG, Nd:YAP, GaAs (diode) and argon, Er:YAG laser, at appropriate settings, possesses the best property for selective subgingival calculus removal without a thermal change of the root surface, soft tissue surgical procedures, root surface alterations, degranulation and implant surface decontamination alongwith proposed application in osseous surgery. Epithelial exclusion using CO2 laser has been suggested to retard its downward growth. Waterlase® and PeriowaveTM systems are recent devices that have further revolutionised the laser techonology for its favourable clinical applications; however, the procedural cost with the laser device still constitutes an obstacle for its routine application.
Differently Abled – A Dental Public Health Challenge
Authors: Gupta Gaurav , Narayan Manu , Ingle Navin A , Saha Sabyasachi , Shivkumar Sahana 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTOral health care for children and adults with disabilities is a health care area that has received scant attention. It is seen that most persons with a significant disability cannot find a professional resource to provide appropriate and necessary dental care. Lack of access to dental services for this growing segment of our population is reaching critical levels and is a national dilemma.
Nursing Caries Prevalence Among Preschool Children of Piparia Village, Vadodara, Gujarat
Authors: Malvania Ekta A , Ajith Krishnan CG 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Nursing caries is a specific form of rampant caries affecting only primary dentition excluding mandibular incisors. Relative inaccessibility of the preschool children may be a practical reason for the concise research in this population.

Aim
To find out the nursing caries prevalence among the preschool children in Piparia Village, Vadodara, Gujarat.

Material and Methods
All the 80 pre school children attending anganwadi were examined with a pretested semistructured self designed closed ended questionnaire and by using dmft index.

Statistical analysis used
Chi square test & multiple logistic regression at 5% level of significance.

Results
Prevalence of nursing caries was 26.25% with mean caries experience of 1.54. Untreated decayed teeth dominated the dmft score. Statistically significant association was found between weaning at a later age, frequency of consuming snacks and development of nursing caries lesion.

Conclusion
Nursing caries is linked with various factors like educational qualification of mother, weaning age, oral hygiene measures, snacking frequency etc.
Erupting Complex Odontoma: Coronal to Impacted Second Molar Associated with Dentigerous Cyst
Authors: Santosh BS , Anuradha V , Dayanand MC 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
The most common odontogenic tumours are odontomas, they account for 22% of them, but there apparent eruption into oral cavity is rare. We report a rare case of erupting complex odontoma coronal to impacted second molar associated with dentigerous cyst.
Patient Consent in Dentistry: Are we Legally Safe?
Authors: Sharma Anil , Chhabra Anuj , Bopiah C 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
As with other walks of life the profession of dentistry saw unprecedented change during the last century. Amongst other things, litigation, which is a part of everyday life, has evolved and spread its growing influence on dentistry. Though the litigation and claims are prevalent in almost all countries however, the western countries have been at the forefront of Dental negligence claims. In a way, it is a sign of an informed and mature society.
Dentistry in India has been relatively immune to the effects of litigation against dental professionals for a multitude of reasons. But its will not be long before it envelops every aspect of dentistry in India. Dental legislation has its pros and cons; it serves to be a system, which protects patients as well as professionals, but as with other spheres of law, will be subjected to abuse. This article attempts to address the core issue of patient consent, which is where the majority of dental negligence claims arise.
Timing of Orthodontic Treatment
Authors: Sharma Tarun , Prasad P Narayana , Phull Tarun Singh , Dabla Neetu 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
In providing orthodontic care for paediatric patients, clinicians often questions whether to begin treatment early-during the primary or early-transitional dentition-or wait until all or most of the permanent teeth are present. A comprehensive knowledge is necessary for planning the implementation of preventive therapy or the choice for interception is left. Early orthodontic treatment is effective and desirable in specific situations. The early treatment eliminates noxious habits, re-orientates dental-maxillary development and compensates for the structural discrepancy between teeth and bone. This leads to a timely correction of defects, which could have a negative aesthetic impact, therefore, contributing effectively to a better harmonization of the child with the human environment where he lives, and improving his feelings of acceptance within it. However, the evidence is equally compelling that such an approach is not indicated in many cases for which later, single-phase treatment is more effective. Therefore, clinicians must decide, on a case-by-case basis, when to provide orthodontic treatment.
Actinomycotic Osteomyelitis of Mandible Masquerading Periapical Pathology
Authors: Goel Parul , Gupta Veena , Narwal Anjali , Duhan Jigyasa 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Actinomycosis is an infectious disease characterized by chronic granulomatous and suppurative lesions often caused by Actinomyces group. Actinomycosis has been referred to as the chameleon of head and neck pathology because of its varied clinical picture which can resemble various pathologies ranging from benign infection to metastatic tumour. Nowadays, the diagnosis of the same may be difficult because the number of patients with typical symptoms has decreased, and there is a low success rate in culturing the microorganism. Mandibular osteomyelitis is also underappreciated by many clinicians in their assessment of head and neck infections. Most cases are traced to an odontogenic source, with periapical tooth abscess and posttraumatic or surgical complication as key antecedent events.
A case of osteomyelitis of mandible initiated from a vital but peridontally compromised tooth is reported. Radiography of this case revealed bone destruction, and H & E of the biopsied tissue showed branching filaments resembling ray fungus.
Use of Probiotics For Oral Health
Authors: Puri Mahijeet Singh , Grover H.S. , Puri Navgeet , Dewan Akshi 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTThe term “probiotic” was first used in 1965, by Lilly and Stillwell, to describe substances secreted by one organism which stimulate the growth of another. The number of products containing probiotics, viable bacteria with proven health benefits, entering the market is increasing. The use of antibiotics, immunosuppressive therapy and irradiation, amongst other means of treatment, may cause alterations in the composition and have an effect on the GIT flora. Therefore, the introduction of beneficial bacterial species to GI tract may be a very attractive option to re-establish the microbial equilibrium and prevent disease. Traditionally, probiotics have been associated with gut health, and most clinical interest has been focused on their use for prevention or treatment of gastrointestinal infections and diseases; however, during the last decade several investigators have also suggested the use of probiotics for oral health purposes.
Genetics and Aggressive Periodontal Disease: An Update Review
Authors: Bali Deepika , Pandit Nymphea , Kathuria Rouble , Bali Amit 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTPeriodontitis is an inflammatory condition of supporting tissues of teeth, for which several risk and susceptibility factors are proposed. Periodontal disease results when balance between host factors and etiologic agents is disrupted. Bacteria have a primary role in the initiation of periodontal disease, and a range of host related factors influence the clinical presentation and rate of progression of disease. Genetic variations that modify immunological reactions identify the disease susceptibility in various individuals. Many studies have proved the effect of various single or composite nucleotide polymorphisms to susceptibility, progression or severity of periodontal diseases. Despite these studies, association between periodontal disease and candidate genes is still not clear. The reports of familial nature of chronic periodontitis are less frequent as compared to aggressive periodontitis. The striking familial aggregation of trait in aggressive periodontitis is consistent with significant genetic etiology. In this paper, an attempt has been made to summarize recent views on various genes involved in the pathogenesis and progression of aggressive periodontal disease. Data were identified by searches of the Medline, and Pubmed. Articles published in English were selected, and most up-to-date or relevant references were chosen.
Pediatric Implants - A Clinical Dilemma
Authors: Agarwal Nidhi , Godhi Brinda S. 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
There are many diseases such as ectodermal dysplasia or oligodontia that lead to complete or partial anodontia in small children. Traumatic injuries commonly result in loss of one or more teeth in children . Such cases are usually rehabilitated by removable prosthesis which have to be refabricated from time to time to incorporate changes due to growth. Thus, it would be desirable to restore the dentition by means of implants in growing children. For this purpose it is important for a clinician to understand the amount and direction of the impending growth in a young child and how it is going to influence the ultimate position of the placed implant in the arch. This review paper focuses on the dilemma of when and where it could be possible to place implants for the growing child.
Dentition Status and Treatment Needs of 5 and 12 Year Old School Children in Urban and Rural Areas of Guntur, India
Authors: Suresh S , Rao V Narayana , Ahmed Zaheer , KVNR Pratap 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objective
To describe the caries prevalence and treatment needs of 5 and 12 year old school children in urban and rural areas of Guntur.

Materials and Methods
A multi stage random sampling was used to select the sample; survey was conducted among 800 children of 5 and 12 year old in government and private schools from rural and urban areas of Guntur.

Results
The caries prevalence of 5 year olds was 33.25% (urban 32.5% and; rural 34%) and mean dmft was 0.83±1.5 (urban 0.71 and rural 0.95). The caries prevalence of 12 year olds was 25.75% (urban 31.5% and rural 20%) and mean dmft was0.41±0.89 (urban 0.54 and rural 0.28).

Conclusion
Caries prevalence was greater in deciduous teeth of 5 year old children than that in permanent dentition of 12 year old children. Among 12 year olds caries prevalence was greater in urban subjects than rural subjects. There is a huge unmet treatment need for dental caries. There is a definite need to bring awareness and motivation in these children to undergo preventive and curative treatments in order to improve their oral health.
Prevalence of Dental Caries Among 3-15 Year Old School Children in Ghaziabad City and its Adjoining Areas - A Correlated Survey
Authors: Aggarwal Archana , Khatri Shweta , Singh Ashish K 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objective
The study was conducted for the first time in Ghaziabad city and its adjoining areas to determine the prevalence and severity of dental caries in 3-15 year old children in the area and to know the effect of age, socioeconomic status, diet, oral hygiene practices and attitude towards dental awareness to caries prevalence and severity in different dentitions.

Material & Methods
1500 children, 500 each from primary, mixed and permanent dentition were examined using WHO 1997 guidelines. The results were tabulated and statistically analyzed.

Results
The overall caries prevalence in 3-15 year old population in Ghaziabad city and adjoining areas determined was 51.46%.

Conclusion
It was also seen that attitude towards age, dental awareness and socioeconomic status were significantly related to caries prevalence and severity in different dentitions and the global goal of oral health by 2000 has been achieved by this population.
Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Repair of Perforated Internal Resorption: A Case Report
Authors: Upadhyay Yogesh 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTInternal root resorption is an unusual condition of a tooth when the dentin and pulpal walls begin to resorb centrally within the root canal.A case of internal resorption with buccal perforation was found in a maxillary central incisor. As there was extensive lesion and continuous exudation,envelope flap surgerywas suggested. The apical third was obturated with gutta-percha, and the perforated lesion was repaired with mineral trioxide aggregate. Thermo plasticized gutta-percha was filled in the residual canal space and composite resin was used to restore the coronal cavity. The symptoms and signs ceased, and the results were satisfactory at 2-year follow-up.
Estimating the pH of Commercially Available Dentifrices and Evaluating its Effect on Salivary pH After Brushing
Authors: Gulati P , Dhingra S , Chand S , LNU Swatika 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTObjectivesThe purpose of the study was to estimate the pH of commercially available dentifrices and evaluating its effect on salivary pH after brushingMaterial and Methods60 study subjects were selected and were divided into 12 groups (each group comprises of 5 subjects). The salivary pH was directly estimated using the digital pH meter calibrated using buffers of pH 4, 7 and 22. Paired t test was used to compare the changes in the mean salivary pH after brushing in each group. One way ANOVA and Tukey's test was used to compare the changes in mean salivary pH after brushing between different groups.ResultspH of different types of commercially available dentifrices which were used in the study was found to be 8.4, 7.9, 7.9, 6.7, 7.2, 8.3, 8.4, 7.1, 6.5, 5.6, 8.2 and 6.5 respectively. Difference in mean salivary pH after brushing was found to be statistically significant for Colgate, Neem active group, Vicco, Triguard, Colgate active salt, Dabur meswak, Dabur babool, Close-up active gel, RA Thermoseal, Dabur lal dant manjan, Colgate powder groups. Mean salivary pH (before and after brushing) between study groups showed a statistically significant difference.ConclusionThe pH of saliva increases after brushing in each commercially available dentifrice group.
The Study of Cariogenicity of Raw Sugarcane in 12-year-old Children in Punjab, India
Authors: Singh A , Bhatia HP , Grover H 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
There is laboratory evidence that refined carbohydrates are more cariogenic compared with unrefined carbohydrates. It was reported that sugarcane workers in South Africa, who consumed large quantities of raw sugarcane daily, had a low caries experience. However, other epidemiologic studies of this relationship, both in Africa and elsewhere, have given mixed results and to date the question concerning the cariogenicity of raw sugarcane remains equivocal.

Objective
The purpose of the present study was to investigate further the hypothesis that children who reside in a sugarcane growing region have a lower caries experience than those residing in an otherwise comparable environment outside of the sugarcane growing region.

Method
A total of 404 Children aged 12 years were selected from government run schools in both sugarcane region which was close to the town of Mehta and non-sugarcane region which was close to attari in Amritsar district in the state of Punjab, India, and were given consent to participate in the survey. Data on the eating habits of the children were obtained by questionnaire and caries experience was determined during a clinical examination. The drinking water in both regions contained fluoride at less than 0.5 ppm.

Results
The mean DMFT scores for the sugarcane and non-sugarcane groups were 0.41 and 0.70, respectively (p<0.002). In a multivariable logistic regression analysis of risk factors for a caries experience, residence area alone was the sole significant predictor of experiencing one or more DMFT. Children residing in the sugarcane growing region were 49% less likely to have decayed teeth (OR=0.51; 95%CI= 0.33, 0.78).

Conclusion
The null hypothesis is rejected; the results of this study support the hypothesis that the chewing of raw sugarcane is associated with reduced dental caries experience.
Self-care Behaviors for Orofacial Pain Among Different Racial/Ethnic Groups: Influences of Acculturation and Socioeconomic Status
Authors: Gibson E , Riley JL 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

AIM
The aim of this study was to test the influence of acculturation and socioeconomic status on orofacial pain self-care across race/ethnicity stratified by sex among South Florida residents, using a sample of residents of Miami-Dade and Broward counties in Florida.

METHODOLOGY
This study reports data on respondents who self-endorsed their race and ethnicity as Hispanic, non-Hispanic White, or non-Hispanic Black and reported tooth pain (n=1,767) or jaw joint/face pain (n=1,199). Acculturation was associated with self-care use for pain among Whites and Hispanics. Socioeconomic status (SES) was associated with several self-care behaviors and was most predictive among White women. Acculturation towards other ethnic groups led to differential self-care use dependent on the type of self-care, pain condition, and ethnicity.

RESULTS
Black and Hispanic women were greater users of self-care for orofacial pain than other sex/ethnicities.

CONCLUSION
The associations between SES and self-care were stronger in White women than in Black and Hispanic women.
Saliva: A Miraculous Biofluid for Early Detection of Disease
Authors: Yadav NS , Singh A , Saxena V , Juneja V , Tiwari V , Santha B 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Saliva, a multi constituent oral fluid has high potential for the surveillance of general health and disease. To reach the above goal through saliva based diagnostics, two requisites must be fulfilled as discovering biomarker for different diseases among the complicated components of saliva and advancing sensitivity and specificity of biomarkers through persistent development of technologies with collective efforts over several years. Saliva has been demonstrated to be a promising bodily fluid for early diagnosis of disease and salivary diagnostics has exhibited tremendous potential in clinical applications. This review presents an impression of the value of saliva as a credible diagnostic tool, the innovation of salivary biomarkers and development of salivary diagnostics in the future.
MTA : Boon to Apexification
Authors: Kaur H , Chaudhary S , Tangde P 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
A significant problem associated with the endodontic treatment of necrotic teeth with open apices is achieving an acceptable seal in the apical area to allow compaction of root filling material. The procedure to create an apical barrier with a hard tissue at the root end is termed as Apexification. Calcium hydroxide is currently the most accepted material for the same. Because of the certain inadequacies associated with Calcium hydroxide Apexification, employing of an apical plug using MTA (Mineral Trioxide aggregate) has gained popularity in recent years. This article is thus an insight to the evolution and recent trends in Apexification.
Prevalence of Malocclusion and Orthodontic Treatment Needs Among 12 and 15 Years Old Rural School Children in Kancheepuram District, Tamilnadu
Authors: Ingle NA , Hemapriya S , Chaly PE , Reddy VC 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Introduction
Oral health care in rural areas is limited due to shortage of dental manpower, financial constraints and the lack of perceived need for dental care among rural masses.

Aim and Objectives
To assess malocclusion and orthodontic treatment needs among 12 and 15 years old rural school children in Kancheepuram district.

Materials and Methods
Multistage random sampling methodology was employed for the selection of blocks, village panchayats, schools and school children. The final sample size of the study is 1000 which included 500 children from 12 years and 500 from 15 years. The malocclusion was recorded using Dental Aesthetic Index.

Results
The overall prevalence of malocclusion among both the age groups was 75%. The mean DAI score among the 12 years was 29.1 ± 6.02 and among the 15 years was 28.2 ± 5.45 respectively.

Conclusion
The results of this study indicate that there is high prevalence of malocclusion among the rural school children.
Priority of Prosthodontic Need Assessment: Functional vs Other Quality of Life Needs – A Quality of Life Assessment Using APS-ARG QOL(DS) – A Pilot Project
Authors: Arora V , Nath DK , Bagchi G , Nath M , Kahar B , Gaunkar RB 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTObjectiveRestoration of functional ability is the topmost priority on the mind of a prosthodontist, however, functional restoration alone does not fulfil the treatment needs of a patient.Material & MethodA 20-item scale for understanding quality of life related to prosthodontic treatment needs was tested for internal consistency and usefulness in understanding the priorities of treatment needs of patients. The scale was administered to 30 patients, mostly in the elderly age group (Mean age 59.43±10.28 years) seeking prosthodontic rehabilitation at Chandra Dental College and Hospital, Barabanki (U.P.), India. On testing the internal consistency of the scale, it was found to be reliable (Cronbach alpha 0.711).ResultThough functional needs emerged as the topmost priority for patients yet emotional needs were found to be as much important while social needs and financial needs occupied the lower tiers on the hierarchy of treatment needs. The differences in relative importance of different dimensions were well explained and were found to be logical.ConclusionThe scale was found to be a useful utility in quantification of prosthodontic need and in order to understand the prosthodontic need beyond considerations of fulfilment of functional disability alone.
Autotransplantation of Tooth in Children with Mixed Dentition
Authors: Abu-Hussein M , Azz Abdulgani , Bajali M 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Autotransplantation of tooth in children is the surgical movement of a tooth from one place in the mouth to another in the similar individual. Once thought to be uncertain, Autotransplantation has achieved high success rates and is an outstanding option for tooth replacement in children. Although the indications for autotransplantation are narrow, careful patient assortment coupled with a suitable method can lead to exceptional esthetic and useful results. One benefit of this procedure is that placement of an implant-supported prosthesis or other form of prosthetic tooth replacement is not needed. A review of the recommended surgical technique as well as success rates is also discussed.