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Perception Towards Orthodontic Treatment of Patients Suffering from Malocclusion: A Cross Sectional Survey
Authors: Arun R , Rajagopal B , Varalakshmi S. , Vijai. S , Bhat Muraleedhara 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objectives
To evaluate the attitudes and perceptions of adults towards orthodontic treatment. To determine the motivating factor behind orthodontic treatment and the discomfort caused by fixed orthodontic appliances.

Methods
A cross sectional questionnaire based survey was conducted among 220 adult orthodontic patients from orthodontic outpatient visiting dental clinics. Ten items questionnaires were used to collect the data. Chi square test was applied by using S.P.S.S. software version 11.

Results
Maintaining oral hygiene with 41% emerged as a major perception towards orthodontic treatment, next problem faced is duration of treatment with 37.3% subjects reported. 86% subjects reported teeth as a major feature for facial aesthetics. Only 4.5 % of subjects reported orthodontic treatment expensive. There are 12% subjects feel that there is lack of information towards orthodontic treatment still prevailing.

Conclusion
The principal conclusion reported in present study is that people consider smile as a major factor for aesthetics. Reason for other patients not opting for ortho treatment is not because this being too expensive but lack of information. There has to be a special campaign towards educating school children towards treatment modalities present and what difference they can bring in someone's life.
An Electrochemical Study of the Effect of Partial Removal of the Root Canal Filling Material on the Periapical Seal Prior to Post and Core Preparation
Authors: Yadav Harish , Yadav Suman , Chowdhary Puja , Malik Monika 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Endodontically treated teeth often require a post-and-core build-up for restoring the teeth to optimum health and function. The removal of gutta percha from the root canal filling, to prepare the post space is most critical in success of the endodontic and prosthodontic treatment. A 4 mm remaining length of root canal filling, after post space preparation, is commonly assumed to maintain sealing ability similar to that of the intact filling. Post space may be prepared either immediately using hot pluggers, or later, using mechanical drills, thermal or chemical means. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of immediate and delayed post space preparation on the integrity of the apical seal along with the techniques of obturation of root canal and the method of gutta percha removal for post space preparation.
Mouth: A Diagnostic Mirror
Authors: Grover Harpreet Singh , Gupta Rajinder 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
The mouth is the major portal of entry to the body and is equipped with formidable mechanisms for sensing the environment and defending against toxins or invading pathogens. The oral cavity can be considered as a window to the body because many important systemic disorders manifest in the oral cavity. The dentist is frequently the first medical person to encounter such disorders. These oral manifestations must be properly recognized if the patient is to receive appropriate diagnosis and referral for treatment.
Salivary Biomarkers: A Periodontal Overview
Authors: Khashu Himanshu , Baiju CS , Bansal Sumidha Rohatgi , Chhillar Amit 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTThe current clinical diagnostic criterias which were introduced almost half a century ago continue to function as the basis of oral diagnosis in today's clinical practice. Evolvement with time is now brought us to the era of biomarkers. It's a new paradigm for periodontal diagnosis which is of immense benefit in managing periodontitis patients. Biomarkers are tell – tale molecules that can be used to monitor health status, disease onset, treatment response and outcome.These biomarkers can be obtained from blood components such as: serum or plasma. However because of it's being an invasive procedure other body fluids such as saliva and GCF are being considered for potential source of biomarkers. The simple and non-invasive nature of saliva collection and its high sensitivity assay development has led to the salivary biomarkers being a promising future for periodontal diagnosis.
Oral Health Status and Treatment Needs Among the Nursing Students and Nursing Staff in Chennai
Authors: Ingle Navin Anand , Srinidhi S , Chaly Preetha Elizebeth 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTAimAs oral health and general health are interrelated, a preventive approach consisting of daily oral hygiene procedures and regular check-ups can stabilize progressive lesions. Aim of this study was to assess oral health status, treatment needs and attitude to oral care among nursing students and nursing staff in Chennai.Material and MethodsA cross sectional study was carried out. Based on prevalence obtained for dental caries, it was decided to take sample size of 400 each for nursing students (final year) and nursing staff. Cluster sampling methodology was used to select samples. Each nursing college and hospital formed a cluster. Subjects were clinically examined according to WHO 1997 assessment form.ResultsAmong nursing students, 17% and among nursing staff 10.3% had healthy periodontal tissue (code 0). Majority of nursing students and nursing staff showed high prevalence for bleeding (code 1) 45.5% among nursing students and 40.1% among nursing staff. Prevalence of shallow pockets (code 3) and deep pockets (code 4) were seen among 0.3% and 0% of nursing students and among nursing staff it was seen that about 8.8% and 0.8%, had shallow and deep pockets. Mean number of sextants with code 1 or higher and code 3 or higher was more in nursing staff compared to nursing students and the difference was statistically significant. Among nursing students and nursing staff prevalence of loss of attachment was not of significance. Mean DMFT was 1.69±1.65 among nursing students and it was higher compared to nursing staff being 1.29±1.59 and difference was found to be statistically highly significant. Among nursing students one surface, two surfaces filling were required by 23.5% and 11.5% of subjects, respectively. Among nursing staff one surface restoration and two surface restorations were required by 9.3% and 3.0% of study subjects, respectively.ConclusionPresent study provided data on oral health status and treatment needs of nursing students and nursing staff in Chennai. In conclusion, results of study show that periodontal disease and dental caries are not major public health problems which need immediate attention among nursing students and nursing staffs.
Splinting – A Healing Touch for an Ailing Periodontium
Authors: Grover Harpreet Singh , Luthra Shailly , Puri Mahijeet Singh , Puri Navgeet 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTPeriodontal disease results in destruction of the attachment apparatus causing uneven distribution of occlusal forces resulting in additional damage to the alveolar bone. Occlusal adjustment, periodontal and restorative dentistry may alter occlusal relationship and redirect forces thereby reducing traumatism. This may result in teeth becoming firmer. Increasing the support of the tooth may also increase their firmness; the device used for such treatment is the Splint. Splinting teeth to each other allows weakened teeth to gain support from neighbouring ones. When used to connect periodontally compromised teeth, splinting can increase patient comfort during chewing
Clinical Uses and Benefits of Ultrasonic Scalers as Compared to Curets: A Review
Authors: Chatterjee A , Baiju CS , Bose S , Shetty SS 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Complete cementum removal is no longer a requisite. Many studies have demonstrated that hand and power-driven instruments are equally effective in reducing the probing depth, attaining attachment level gains and reducing inflammation by removal of plaque bacteria, calculus, and endotoxin. Power-driven instruments have many advantages over the manual scalers; however, further studies are needed to improve the performance of currently available instruments. These include the development of a more effective tip and ultrasonic generator unit. Long-term randomized controlled studies are also required to examine the efficacy of the newly designed scalers. These studies would help to provide treatment based on exact information regarding the instrument and technology.
Every instrument comes with its own disadvantages and advantages but when proper protocol is followed the instrument can be put to its best use for the comfort of the patient and the operator. The use of Ultrasonic in periodontal surgery definitely has benefits but the choice to use hand instrument or ultrasonic instruments depends solely in the manual skill, expertise and preference of the clinician.
Cultural, Religious, Social and Personal Customs “A Boon or Bane” For Oral and General Health
Authors: Agarwal S , Gupta R , Mehrotra V , Sawhny A , Gupta I , Garg K 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Professional dental care is increasingly conducted in multicultural environments. This article not only highlights disparities in oral and general health but also highlights the importance of cultural, religious, social, personal habits and practices and their effect on oral and general health and the need to adopt more holistic approaches to oral health promotion. Cultural beliefs, values and practices are often implicated as causes of oral health disparities, yet little is known about the breadth or adequacy of literature about cultural issues that could support these assertions.
Management of Anterior Maxillary Odontomes Secondary to Impacted Maxillary Central Incisor
Authors: Agarwal A , Gupta P , Goel M , Jindal N , Batra J 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Odontomes arise as a result of an aberration in the tissues responsible for the formation of teeth. Though regarded as tumors or hamartomas in the past they are now usually regarded as variations in development of malformations. A 15 yr old female patient with complaint of swelling and mobility of upper anterior teeth diagnosed as complex Odontomes of anterior maxilla managed with enucleation. Odontomes are diagnosed in the second decade of life and are commonly associated with delayed eruption and displacement of related permanent teeth which is sometimes accompanied by retention of deciduous teeth and swelling. The treatment of the Odontomes is surgical removal and there is no expectancy of recurrence. Since both the ameloblastic odontoma and the ameloblastic fibro-odontoma bear great resemblance to the common Odontomes, particularly on the radiographs it is suggested that all Odontomes be sent for histopathological examination.
School-Teachers Knowledge about Prevention of Dental Caries and Malocclusion in India
Authors: Prasad KVV , Shodan M , Javali SB 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Objective
To Study knowledge and assess factors associated with knowledge towards dental-caries and malocclusion among Indian school-teachers.

Methodology
Cross-sectional design employed using self-administered questionnaire with personal-interview method. 215 schoolteachers were selected with response rate of 95.34%.

Results
36.59% school-teachers have medium knowledge, 26.83% have good knowledge. 30 years above and with additional educational degrees have higher knowledge. Significant association observed between knowledge with education (p<0.05). However, multivariate stepwise-regression analysis showed impact of factors like education, gender and teaching experience significantly correlated to knowledge (R2=0.2296, p<0.05).

Conclusion
Schoolteachers need to be motivated to improve their awareness and knowledge about oral-health diseases, particularly younger-age groups, those with basic educational qualifications.
Assessment of Awareness and Social Perceptions of Orthodontic Treatment Needs in Adult Age Group: A Questionnaire Study
Authors: Rastogi S , Jatti RS , Keluskar KM 
Published: July 2019

AbstractAimThe scope of orthodontics has widened to include not only children and adolescents but also adults, thereby abolishing the upper age limit. The aim of this study was to assess awareness and social perceptions of orthodontic treatment in adults.Material and methodologyA cross saectional questionnaire study was conducted on parents of school children who were randomly selected from Private schools of Belgaum city. Questionnaire forms were distributed both in Hindi and English to a sample of 800 school students.ResultsMajority of the subjects in the study knew about orthodontic treatment and took treatment in their early age group with more percentage of males. Out of which only 46% subjects stated that their treatment was completed with proper retention and stability. Near about half of the subjects reported that they need orthodontic treatment in adult age.ConclusionAdult population is aware about orthodontic treatment needs and to improve smile and to straighten their teeth were the prime motivating factors for seeking treatment.
Endodontic Microflora- A Review
Authors: Suresh BS , Shailaja S 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
It is essential that clinicians have a thorough understanding of the interplay between root canal microflora and the endodontic disease processes in order to develop an effective rationale for treatment. Newer information on endodontic micro flora improves our ability to effectively debride and disinfect the root canal system and manage infections of endodontic origin. New molecular based techniques have been introduced thus bringing about a massive change in procedures for microbial identification. This knowledge can be put into practical use resulting in improvements in the quality of treatment offered to our patients. This review focuses on the microflora in primary and root-filled canals of deciduous and permanent teeth.
Implant Supported Mandibular Overdenture with Bilateral Balanced Occlusion: A Case Report
Authors: Aneja S , Mittal S , Duhan J , Hans S , Maheshwari R 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Implant Supported overdentures have been a common treatment for edentulous patients for the past 25 years and predictable achieve good clinical results. Many patients, especially those who are uncomfortable with dentures, enjoy the additional retention and support implants provide for their dentures. The implant-supported overdenture has been accepted as the standard of care for fully edentulous patients and should be the first choice of treatment for the edentulous mandible. Implant-supported overdentures offer many practical advantages over conventional complete dentures and removable partial dentures. These include decreased bone resorption; reduced or eliminated prosthesis movement; better esthetics; improved tooth position; better occlusion, including improved occlusal load direction, increased occlusal function and maintenance of the occlusal vertical dimension. Supported overdentures improve phonetics, the patient's psychological outlook and quality of life. Conventional dentures rely upon the residual alveolar ridge and mucosa for support and retention. Many patients have problems adapting to their complete dentures, especially to the mandibular prosthesis. The widespread use of denture adhesives is one indication that these prostheses generally provide inadequate comfort and function.
Adult Oral Health Literacy Among Urban And Peri-Urban Population In And Around Chennai, India - A Comparative Study
Authors: Raj A , Sugavanesh P , Kumar PDM , Sivasamy SS , Balan IN 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Aim
Poor oral health literacy can impede one's ability to seek oral health and make appropriate oral health care decisions. The study was conducted with an aim to assess and compare the oral health literacy among urban and peri-urban adult population in Chennai, India.

Materials and Methods
A cross sectional study was conducted among 100 subjects each selected from peri-urban and urban areas in Chennai city. The oral health literacy was assessed by administering the Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Dentistry (REALD-30). The data obtained was analyzed using Mann Whitney U test.

Results
The mean oral health literacy score for peri-urban people was 2.7 ± 1.19 and for urban people was 6.35 ± 2.12 and this difference was statistically significant (z value -10.37, p value - 0.001).

Conclusion
The oral health literacy of peri-urban adult population was found to be low when compared to the urban population.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Preventive Dentistry Among Private Dental Practitioners in Vadodara, India
Authors: Ramya R , Thanveer K , Ajithkrishnan CG 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Background
Private dentists’ knowledge and attitude on preventive dentistry may influence their practice and contribute to oral health of individuals and community. The objective of the study was to investigate the preventive orientation of private dental practitioners in Vadodara (India) through a questionnaire study.

Methodology
A cross-sectional self-administered questionnaire survey was conducted among Indian Dental Association-enrolled private dentists in Vadodara. The 37-item pre-tested questionnaire included questions about personal and professional characteristics and items to assess knowledge, attitude, practice and barriers related to preventive dentistry. Statistical methods included descriptive statistics and chi-square and correlation analysis using Pearson's Correlation coefficient.

Results
82 of 140 eligible respondents filled the questionnaire (response rate: 58.57%). Majority were BDS degree holders (64.63%). Most dentists had solo-practice (65.85%) and had a work experience of 1-10 years (56.10%). 75% reported reading national and/or international dental journals. 62.20% claimed to have attended Continuing Dental Education programmes within the last year and interest was expressed by 89.02%. Majority (80.49%) possessed above average knowledge. Knowledge was higher among least experienced groups compared to the most experienced groups and it was statistically significant. 48.78% of respondents exhibited highly favourable attitude. Frequently rendered preventive measures were oral hygiene instructions, anti-tobacco advice and dietary advices practiced by 86.59%, 80.49% and 43.90% of dentists respectively. Oral cancer screening, fluoride and sealants were done by most dentists on risk basis. Lead protection was ignored by 43.90%. Most dentists perceived patient-related barriers as most impeding to preventive care. No correlation was observed between knowledge and attitude.

Conclusion
Preventive orientation of private dentists in Vadodara was encouraging with scope for improvement.
Assessment Of Effectiveness Of 'Anti-Tobacco Compaign’ In Sangli District Of Maharastra, India - An Epidemiological Survey
Authors: Adaki S , Karagir A , Shah K , Marathe K 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Background
India has highest rates of oral cancer in the world and rates are still increasing. Oral cancer accounts for one-third of the total cancer cases and 90% of the patients are tobacco chewers. The Govt. of India initiated and enacted the national tobacco-control legislation namely, “The Cigarettes and other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) Act 2003”; on 18 May, 2003. Still there is persistence of more number of people with tobacco habits. So, an epidemiological survey for Sangli district was conducted in Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Dental College and Hospital to know the effectiveness of 'Anti - tobacco campaign’

Materials & Methods Of Survey
A questionnaire based survey was conducted among tobacco consumers in all age groups for the period of one year. The information was collected from the tobacco consumers and filled up by investigators on the pre-structured pre-tested proforma consisting of questions (QUESTIONNAIRE) related with the identification data, age, sex, occupation, marital status, education, socioeconomic status, type, source & reason of tobacco use, awareness about health hazards due to tobacco use and its source of information.

Results
Information was collected from 573 patients, among them 91.4% were male, 85.1% consumed in smokeless form, 81.3% were literate, 78.8% knew about ill effects of tobacco, 49.1% people had information about anti-tobacco programmes.

Conclusion
In the present study only 49.1% people know about the anti-tobacco campaign among them 86% are literates and 40-60 and above 60 years age group of people are less aware of such programs. So campaign should be designed in such a way that more number of adults, illiterates and literates know about ill-effects of tobacco and also to provide guidance to quit the tobacco.
Diagnostic and Management Challenges in Mikulicz Syndrome
Authors: Bhattacharjee Abhinandan , Uddin S , Prakash Rudra , Rathor Aakansha , Kalita Sanchita 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Mikulicz disease (MD) is a disorder characterized by multiple lymphoepithelial lesions involving lacrimal and salivary glands. It is an uncommon condition, and very few cases are reported in the literature. It is a variant of Sjögren syndrome (SS) with patients presenting with clinical features over a wide range of spectrum. It is important to differentiate on which side of the disease spectrum the patient is presenting, i.e., either primary SS or secondary SS, because management can vary.
The purpose of mentioning these two cases and its importance lie in the fact that the patients presented at two ends of the spectrum of SS – the first patient belonging to secondary SS and the second patient belonging to primary SS – which changes the line management for both patients, conservative and surgical respectively. The purpose of reporting these two cases is to emphasize the importance of identifying disease symptoms and signs early, which can help stratify the patient as a variant of primary SS or secondary SS and thus decide on the appropriate line of management, saving precious time and discomfort to the patient.
Here we are mentioning two case reports of MD belonging to diagonally opposite spectrums of SS and their management with successful remission.

How to cite this article
Bhattacharjee A, Uddin S, Prakash R, Rathor A, Kalita S. Diagnostic and Management Challenges in Mikulicz Syndrome. Int J Head Neck Surg 2015;6(4): 139-145.
Postoperative Complications of Thyroid Surgery: A Corroborative Study with an Overview of Evolution of Thyroid Surgery
Authors: Bansal Chetan , Bhardwaj Aparna , Rathi Sonam , Agrahari Alok , Singh Virendra P 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT

Background
To study the frequency of postoperative complications after thyroid surgery indicated for various benign and malignant lesions and to corroborate the results in relation to the extent of surgery and a clinical overview of evolution of thyroid surgery.

Materials and methods
An analytical study was carried out at a tertiary care center over a period of 3 years from January 2011 to December 2013. Data were collected from 80 patients who underwent thyroidectomies for various thyroid diseases at this center.

Results
Hemithyroidectomy, isthmusectomy, subtotal, neartotal, and total thyroidectomies were performed in 36 (45%), 6 (7.5%), 8 (10%), 10 (12.5%), and 20 (25%) cases respectively. The overall postoperative complication rate was 20%. Postoperative hypocalcemia and recurrent laryngeal nerve injury were the most common complications. Permanent hypocalcemia and permanent recurrent laryngeal nerve injury were observed in 3.75 and 2.5% of all operated cases respectively. The less common complications were wound hematoma, seroma formation, and superior laryngeal nerve injury. There was no mortality observed in our series.

Conclusion
The overall complication rate can be minimized by operating in a bloodless field, doing a meticulous dissection, and correctly identifying and preserving recurrent and superior laryngeal nerves along with parathyroid glands, if feasible.

How to cite this article
Pandey AK, Maithani T, Agrahari A, Varma A, Bansal C, Bhardwaj A, Singh VP, Rathi S. Postoperative Complications of Thyroid Surgery: A Corroborative Study with an Overview of Evolution of Thyroid Surgery. Int J Head Neck Surg 2015;6(4):149-154.