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Comparative Evaluation of Subgingivally Delivered 10% Doxycycline Hyclate and Xanthan-based Chlorhexidine Gels in the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis
Authors: Verma Ashish , Gupta Rajan , Pandit Nymphea , Aggarwal Shweta 
Published: July 2019

AbstractAimThe aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of subgingivally delivered 10% doxycycline hyclate and xanthan based chlorhexidine gels when used as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) in the treatment of chronic periodontitis.Methods and MaterialsA randomized, controlled, single center study was conducted involving 90 sites in 30 patients suffering from moderate to advanced chronic periodontitis. Each patient contributed three sites which were randomized to three treatment groups: SRP + insertion of doxycycline gel [SRP+DH], SRP + insertion of chlorhexidine gel [SRP+CHX]), and SRP alone [SRP]. Gingival index (GI), plaque index (PI), probing pocket depth (PPD), and clinical attachment level (CAL) were recorded at baseline, 1 month, and 3 months post therapy.ResultsAll treatments showed significant reductions in PPD and CAL at 1 and 3 months when compared to baseline values (p<0.001). At 3 months, sites treated with SRP+DH and SRP+CHX showed an additional reduction in PPD of 0.86 ± 1.0 mm and 0.66 ± 1.58 mm, respectively, significantly greater than SRP alone (p<0.02). Differences in mean PPD reduction between SRP+DH and SRP+CHX were not significant (p=0.46). At 3 months, differences in relative CAL between both SRP+DH (0.80 ± 0.92) and SRP+CHX (0.63 ± 1.47) and SRP alone were statistically significant (p<0.02). Differences in relative CAL between SRP+DH and SRP+CHX were not significant (p=0.54).ConclusionThe results suggest treatment with 10% doxycycline hyclate and xanthan based chlorhexidine gels as an adjunct to SRP improves PPD and CAL patients with periodontitis compared to SRP alone.Clinical SignificanceThe use of local drug therapy may refocus the need for surgical periodontal therapy toward deeper pockets.CitationGupta R, Pandit N, Aggarwal S, Verma A. Comparative Evaluation of Subgingivally Delivered 10% Doxycycline Hyclate and Xanthan-based Chlorhexidine Gels in the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008 November; (9)7:025-032.
Oral Health Knowledge and Behavior of Clinical Medical, Dental And Paramedical Students In Mangalore
Authors: Sargod Sharan S , Usman Shiraz , Bhat Sham S. 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Medical, Dental and Paramedical students play an important role in oral health care and promotion. Learning in these professional institutions becomes ineffective unless it leads to a profound change in student's behavior and attitude towards improvement of their own personal health. This study aims to find out the difference in oral health knowledge and behavior of clinical medical, dental and paramedical students in the Yenepoya Educational Institutions, Mangalore.
Mucocele: Two Case Reports
Authors: Gupta Bhavna , Gupta Mohit , Anegundi Rajesh , Sudha P. 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
The Mucocele or Mucus retention phenomenon is a salivary gland lesion of traumatic origin, formed when the main duct of a minor salivary gland is torn with subsequent extravasation of the mucus into the fibrous connective tissue so that a cyst like cavity is produced. The wall of this cavity is formed by compressed bundles of collagen fibrils and it is filled with mucin. Mucoceles are known to occur most commonly on the lower lip, followed by the floor of mouth and buccal mucosa being the next most frequent sites. This paper reviews the Mucocele and presents two case reports.
Knowledge, Attitude and Behaviour of Tobacco Chewers Towards Oral Health Visiting Dental Institution in Dhule City, Maharashtra
Authors: Bhatsange A , Meshram EP , LNU Karibasappa , Waghamare A , Lalitha S , Japatti S 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objective
Tobacco use is a growing global public health problem. The adverse effects of tobacco use on health are well known. Smokeless tobacco is found to be as addictive and harmful as smoking. The objective of study was to assess tobacco use, awareness and attitudes towards tobacco and its control in adult population visiting dental institution for various dental problems in Dhule city.

Material and methods
A cross-sectional questionnaire based study was conducted among outpatients of dental institution in Dhule city. Data regarding the knowledge, form of tobacco used, frequency, duration and attitude towards stopping its consumption were collected. Statistical analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests with Yates correction using Statistical software package(SPSS) version 19.

Results
Out of 100 tobacco chewers, 83% were males and 17% were females. Forty five percent of tobacco users thought that tobacco affects aesthetically and functionally. Chi-square tests were applied to analyse categorical data. There was statistically no significant (p<0.05) association between age groups and gender, with respect to knowledge and attitude of tobacco consumption.

Conclusion
Despite being aware about risk of having multiple oral health problems, a major proportion of respondents were using smokeless tobacco. However study participants were reluctant to quit the tobacco habit in spite of knowledge and awareness towards its adverse effects on oral and general health.
Oral Hygiene Practices in Dental Students
Authors: Hosing A , Hiremath AM , Vadavadagi V , Bansal A , Kahar A 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objective
This study aims to determine oral health practices among under graduate dental students from Pravara Rural Dental college Loni.

Methods
A self administered questionnaire was distributed among dental students randomly. The questionnaire was developed to assess the self reported perception of oral hygiene practices.

Results
The response rate was 85%. 15% of the students did not answer the questionnaire completely so were not included in the study. (n=252) 67.46% students reported brushing twice daily while only 5.55% were brushing thrice daily, 26.98% of them were brushing once in a day. 96.03% the students reported using toothpaste, 79.75% of them were using fluoridated toothpaste this indicates that many of them were well aware of fact that fluorides have significant role in dental caries and show potential therapeutic, adjunctive and preventive use in the treatment of periodontal diseases. 73.41% of students reported rinsing their mouth with water, only 23.80% were using mouthwashes. All of them were using one or more oral cleaning aids i.e. dental floss, interdental brush and tongue cleaner.seventy nine percent students were reported using tongue cleaners.

Conclusion
The results indicate that more emphasis should be given on Oral health care of Undergraduate dental students and further research is needed to examine oral cavity clinically and objectively by standard procedures available. Students should be motivated to keep their mouth free of dental diseases by practicing proper oral hygine aids and guidelines.
Dental Health among Green Marble Mine Laborers, India
Authors: Kulkarni Suhas , Dagli Rushabh J , Kumar Santhosh , Dhanni Chandrakant , Duraiswamy Prabu 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTObjectiveTo determine the oral health status among Green Marble Mine laborers; to provide epidemiological data for planning and evaluation of oral health care programme.MethodsThe study area was divided into 4 geographic zones, and participants were selected by stratified cluster sampling technique. A total of 513 subjects were included in final study which were divided among the four age cohort (18-25, 26-34, 35-44, 45-more respectively), following the guidelines for research methodology recommended by WHO oral health surveys 1997. Clinical examination was conducted by one of the three examiners with the aid of an artificial light sorce. The agreement (kappa statistics) for diagnosis of DMFT and CPI was determined (field teams versus expert) 91.2 % two days prior to the examination. Data was analyzed using Bivariate and multivariate analysis.ResultsThe mean DMFT and DMFS scores were (2.79±2.44) and (5.47±5.40) respectively. The caries prevalence was 71.1% with maximum in 25-34 years while 148 participants were caries free. A higher prevalence of periodontal disease was present with only 1.75% having healthy gingiva. Mean number of sextant involved was maximum among 35-44 years. Alcohol and Stress due to physical load and noisy environment among laborers have shown highly significant relationship with CPI scores (P<0.001). Fracture of tooth, mainly maxillary central incisor was high (10.5%) as an occupational peril.ConclusionsThe findings highlighted the low caries prevalence, higher periodontal disease which requires primary anticipation. Prevention of tooth fracture and improvement of overall nutritional status, with stress reduction protocol should also be given consideration.
Non-Syndromic Congenital Maxillary Double Lip: A Rare Case
Authors: Goyal Sonia , Godhi Suhas , Goyal Sandeep 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
A double lip is a rare anomaly characterized by a horizontal fold of redundant mucosal tissue that is situated proximal to the vermilion border. It may be either congenital or acquired and has no gender or race predilection. It occurs most often in the upper lip, although both upper and lower lips are occasionally involved. Surgical intervention (simple excision) produces good functional and cosmetic results. In this report, a case of a non – syndromic congenital maxillary double upper lip and a new way to treat this anomaly is described. Double lip is of special interest in dental profession as a dental surgeon is normally the first one to diagnose this rare and uncommon condition.
Maintenance of Implant Supported Overdenture: A Case Report
Authors: Nayak Dilip G , Uppoor Ashita S , Humagain Manoj 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
The long term success of dental implants likely requires the maintenance of healthy periimplant tissues because the soft tissue seal around implants is best when the surrounding mucosa is not inflamed. For this reason, good oral hygiene and regular professional care are essential to maintaining implants. However, despite many years of experience with the implants, there is no standard protocol which defined the most effective regimen for long term implant maintenance. This is a case report of a 63 year old female patient who presented to our clinics with the typical characteristic features of periimplantitis. A special emphasis on the non surgical management of such patient and need of periodic recall for long term maintenance has been highlighted in this case report which will be beneficial to general practioneers as well as periodontologists in management of such patients.
Pit and Fissure Sealants: An Unused Caries Prevention Tool
Authors: Marya CM , Bhatia Hind Pal , Gupta P , Dhingra S , Kataria S , LNU Meenu 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTPit and fissure sealants along with fluoridation and good oral hygiene is an important tool for the prevention of dental caries in children and adolescents.RECOMMENDATIONSThe following recommendations are based on the evidence gathered: 1. Sealants should be placed on all permanent teeth without cavitation (i.e., teeth that are free of caries, teeth that have deep pit and fissure morphology, teeth with “sticky” fissures or teeth with stained grooves) as soon after eruption as isolation can be achieved. 2. Sealants should not be placed on partially erupted teeth or teeth with cavitation or caries of the dentin. 3. Sealants should be placed on the primary molars of children who are susceptible to caries (i.e., those with a history of caries). 4. Sealants should be placed on first and second molars within 4 years after eruption. 5. Resin-based sealants should be preferred, until such time as glass ionomer cements with better retention capacity are developed. 6. Sealants should be placed as part of an overall prevention strategy based on assessment of caries risk. Sealing is a recommended procedure to prevent caries of the occlusal surfaces of permanent molars. Though the effectiveness of sealants is obvious at high caries risk groups there is still some degree of latitudein operators preference for sealant placementand material selection.
Stress and Periodontium: A Review of Concepts
Authors: Bathla Manish , Chandna Shalu 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Stress is nevertheless a confirmed and important factor in the etiology and maintenance of many inflammatory diseases, including periodontal disease. Stress results in delayed healing of the connective tissues and bone, apical migration of the junctional epithelium and formation of periodontal pocket. This paper describes general overview of stress, the relationship between stress & periodontium, the current models for understanding how stress mechanisms interact to regulate the onset and course of the disease and the evidence in favor of stress and against the stress being the etiological factor. Thus, it is important to recognize patient who are in stress and to be able to advise patients about the possible effects of stress on periodontal disease if the level of stress cannot be lowered.
Periodontal Vaccine: A New Paradigm for Prevention of Periodontal Diseases
Authors: Sharma Nikhil , Khuller Nitin 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTVaccination is a process that induces specific immune resistance to a bacterial or viral infectious disease. Vaccines have prevented several infectious diseases for many years, and are still being investigated. In late eighteenth century, Edward Jenner developed and established the principle of vaccination using the cross protection conferred by cowpox virus, which is non pathogenic in humans.Regarding a vaccine against the periodontal disease, the complexity of the periodontopathic bacteria might be a problem in determination of Antigens. Among some 300 species of bacteria involved in subgingival plaque, 5-7 species have been implicated in the etiology of periodontitis but one or two species;P.gingivalisorB. forsythusmight play an important role as primary pathogens.Vaccination accomplished can be active immunization, passive immunization or DNA vaccination, made from the antigenic epitopes in periodontopathic bacteria. In light of the increasing evidence that periodontitis significantly increases risk for potentially fatal diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke and complications from diabetes mellitus a successful vaccine for periodontitis could have health benefits far exceeding the prevention of periodontitis.
Probiotics and Periodontal Disease: A Current Update
Authors: Gupta Vivek , Gupta Bhavana 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Probiotics are live micro-organisms that when administered in adequate amounts confer health benefits upon the host. Although a lot of work has been done regarding the effects of probiotic applications on systemic health particularly gastro-intestinal, the impact of probiotics on oral health is relatively new with lots of research going on; the area of probiotics and periodontal disease is still in its infancy. The present article summarizes the role of probiotics in periodontal health and disease and its effectiveness in periodontal therapy.
Future of Periodontal Regeneration
Authors: Malhotra Ranjan , Kapoor Anoop , Grover Vishakha , Verma Nitin , Sahota Jasjit Kaur 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTThe management of periodontal defects has been an ongoing challenge in clinical periodontics. In the recent past, attention has been focused more on regenerative and reconstructive therapies i.e. bone grafts, guided tissue regeneration, root conditioning, polypeptide growth factors, rather than on respective therapies. These therapeutic measures are shown to be limited in the predictability of healing and regenerative response in the modern clinical practice because oral environment presents several complicating factors that border regeneration. The 21st century appears to represent a time in history when there is a convergence between clinical dentistry and medicine, human genetics, developmental and molecular biology, biotechnology, bioengineering, and bioinformatics, resulting in the emergence of novel regenerative therapeutic approaches viz. tissue engineering, gene therapy and RNA interference. The focus of this review paper is to furnish and update the current knowledge of periodontal tissue engineering, gene therapy and RNA interference i.e. the future of periodontal regeneration.
Prevalence of Periodontal Diseases in India
Authors: Marya CM , Kumar Vimal , Khatri Manish , Agarwal Vipin , Singh Guljot , Gupta Geeti 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Periodontal diseases, dental caries, malocclusion and oral cancer are among the most prevalent dental diseases affecting people worldwide as well as in Indian community. There is no national oral health data bank in India which reflects the prevalence of different oral diseases and risk factors responsible for them. No national oral health survey has been conducted in the country till date. Prevalence of disease is the key factor for effective and sound oral health care planning. Some cross sectional surveys has been conducted in various regions of the country at local level but those observations cannot be generalized for the whole community because of the great diversity in composition of Indian populations e.g. literacy rate in Kerala is more than 90% and in Bihar it is about 40%. Males are more literate than females. 70% of the population in India continues to live in rural areas. Different cross sectional surveys or studies showing prevalence of periodontal diseases mainly in the last twenty years have been collected from different sources and compiled in this article to give a comprehensive outlook of the present status and scenario of periodontal diseases in different population of Indian community.
Caries Risk Assessment and Control
Authors: Sharma Nikhil , Khuller Nitin , Basavaraj P , Khuller Rajnanda Ingle 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Dental caries has a multifactorial etiology in which there is interplay of three principal factors. The host (saliva and teeth), the micro flora (plaque), and the substrate (diet), and a fourth factor time. Many times the initiation, development and progression of dental caries are often influenced by the oral health status, aetiology, modifying factors, preventive factors and other risk factors. There is no single test that takes into consideration all these factors and can accurately predict an individual's susceptibility to caries. The risk of dental caries can be evaluated by analyzing and integrating several causative factors. Caries risk assessments during treatment can serve as monitoring aid for the success of the treatment. The aim of this review is to assess the risk factors associated with dental caries so that the treatment can be planned accordingly.
Nanodentistry: A Hype or Hope
Authors: Ingle Ekta , Gopal K. Saraswathi 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Nanotechnology is a natural end result of scientific development and our ability to understand and manipulate matter at smaller and smaller level. Current research is directed towards the production of wide array of different nano-scale structures. The fabrication techniques of the structures can be divided into 2 approaches “top-down” and “bottom-up.” New potential treatment opportunities in dentistry may include, local anesthesia, dentition re-naturalization, and permanent hypersensitivity cure, complete orthodontic realignments during single office visit, covalently bonded diamondised enamel, and continuous oral health maintenance using mechanical dentifrobots. Nanotechnology is foreseen to change health care in a fundamental way by providing novel methods for disease diagnosis and prevention, therapeutics selection, tailored to the patients profile, drug delivery and gene therapy.
Reason for Choosing Pediatric Dentistry as Career – Survey Among Post-graduate Dental Students
Authors: Arora Ruchi , Panwar Neeraj Kant , Dhar Vineet 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Background
The aim of the study was to compare the reason for choosing pediatric dentistry as a professional career.

Materials and Method
The study comprised of Survey among Post Graduate student of speciality of pediatric and preventive dentistry in which candidates were asked to score the influence of factors like parental background, personnel reasons, professional reasons, vocational reasons, economic reasons; by using a questionnaire through Email. The data was recollected and analyzed.

Results
The overall response rate was 70 % and among them 96.4% indicated pediatric dentistry was their 1st career choice. Reasons included higher parental education, awareness and financial stability; own interest, inspiration from teachers/family dentist; future prospective of speciality; and financial viability.

Conclusion
It was concluded that Parental education, awareness and financial stability motivated the child to choose a career of student's own interest and demand of speciality while vocational and economic reasons creating a platform of feasibility.
Ethnomedicinal Herbs Used in Oral Health and Hygiene in Coastal Dakshina Kannada
Authors: Shantaram Manjula , Jose Maji , Bhagya B 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objectives
The present study was conducted to document the ethnomedicinal practices followed for oral health and diseases by people of Dakshina Kannada (DK) district, and to suggest that the traditional knowledge should be integrated with modern dental care practices to formulate their sustainable utilization.

Methods
An ethnomedicinal survey was conducted using specific questionnaire subsequent to personal interview to collect information from traditional healers, local inhabitants, ayurvedic practitioners and botanists on the use of medicinal plants in oral care practices.

Results
This study identified 32 species belonging to 29 genera and 20 families, commonly used by the people of DK region to maintain oral health and hygiene and as remedy for dental diseases.

Conclusion
Valuable ethnomedicinal practices are fast disappearing from rural population. New generation is ignorant of this traditional knowledge. So measures should be taken to document them and to increase the awareness among youngsters. This study will also be useful for the pharmacologists to isolate the active principles of these plants and incorporate it into the modern healthcare practices for easier and cheaper oral health treatments.
Vision is the Art of Seeing Things Invisible - An invitro Comparative Evaluation
Authors: Jaidka Rishi , Pandit I.K. , Jawa Deepti , Nishad Md 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Background
Restoration failure due to secondary caries is a continuing problem in restorative dentistry.

Aims and objective
The present study is undertaken to see whether various fluoridated dentifrices recharge fluoride releasing restorative materials and, comparatively evaluate their recharging capabilities.

Materials and method
Materials used in the study are Fuji II LC, Compomer, Teethmate F1, Alfadent sealant. Dentifrices used are Sodiumflouride and Sodiummonoflurophasphate releasing. All restorative materials were mixed according to manufacturer's instruction and standardized test pellets were made using autoclaved instruments in sterile Teflon moulds. These test pellets were divided in various groups and brushed with various fluoridated and nonfluoridated dentifrices accordingly . Results were evaluated stastically using ANOVA, t-test and correlation coefficient for which regression lines were drawn. It was concluded that Sodiumfluoride containing dentifrices recharged fluoride releasing restorative material more than Sodium monoflurophasphate containing dentifrices