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National Program for Improving Access and Quality of Primary Care: Implications of its implementation in the Brazilian Northeast
Authors: Dantas de Queiroz Ianna Priscilla , Valença Cecília Nogueira , Sousa de Oliveira Renata Fonsêca , Marinho Cristiane da Silva Ramos , Azevedo Ádilla Conceição Brito de , Medeiros Azevedo Brena da Silva Bulhões de , Da Silva José Adailton , Távora Rafaela Carolini De Oliveira , Nóbrega Ivânia Raquel Medeiros da 
Published: June 2017

Introduction: The Ministry of Health has been very interested in initiative to maintain and / or improve the quality of population health, among which the National Program for Improving Access and Quality of Basic Care (PMAQ) stands out.
Objective: To analyze the changes in the area of work management of the basic care teams after the implementation of the Program of Improvement of Access and Quality of Primary Care (PMAQ) from the perspective of professionals inserted in Primary Care.
Method: This is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach, carried out in the city of Santa Cruz, in the county of the PMAQ implementation in the Trairi region, in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, from September to November 2016. Two techniques were used for data collection: the semi-structured interview with the secretary of health and coordinator of basic care of the county, and the technique of focus group with the graduated professionals who work in the Basic Units that joined the PMAQ.
Results: From this analysis emerged 3 categories: Implementation of the National Program for Improving Access and Quality of Primary Care, PMAQ encouraging changes in the health work process, and Evaluation on the PMAQ.
Conclusion: The main change made by the PMAQ in the work process of Primary Care professionals was their organization.

KEY WORDS: primary health Care; Unified Health System; human resources.
Serum Lipid Profile in Chronic Smokers with Head and Neck Malignancy vs Chronic Smokers without Head and Neck Malignancy: A Comparative Study
Authors: Ramachandran Rakesh , Manohar Sai , Somayaji Gangadhara 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACTAim:Lipids play an important role in cell division and growth and have long been associated with cancers. Smoking is also known to alter serum lipid level. In this study, serum lipid profile in chronic smokers with head and neck malignancy was compared with chronic smokers without head and neck malignancy.Materials and methodsIn this study, 50 chronic smokers with histopathologically proven head and neck malignancy and 50 chronic smokers without malignancy were studied. Fasting blood samples were collected from the subjects and plasma lipid profile estimated.ResultsThere is no significant difference in total cholesterol, triglyceride, high-density lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein, very low-density lipoprotein values between the groups.ConclusionThere is no significant alteration of serum lipid profile in patients with head and neck malignancies and therefore it cannot be used as a serum marker as a diagnostic tool for early detection.How to cite this articleRamachandran R, Manohar S, Somayaji G. Serum Lipid Profile in Chronic Smokers with Head and Neck MalignancyvsChronic Smokers without Head and Neck Malignancy: A Comparative Study. Int J Head Neck Surg 2016;7(4):193-196.
Medrobotics Flex System for Laryngeal Surgery: A Feasible Study in Two Cadavers
Authors: Roy Soham , Naqvi Syed HS , Karni Ron J 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT

Objective
To report the feasibility of Medrobotics Flex® System for laryngeal surgery.

Materials and methods
Cadaver study in research laboratory.

Results
The Medrobotics Flex System was utilized with the Medrobotics Flex Retractor to evaluate robotic laryngeal surgery in a cadaver model. Two surgeons using two cadavers tested the robotic system to expose the larynx and facilitate robotic airway surgery using the Flex Instruments. In both cadavers, these procedures were performed transorally with excellent visualization: supraglottoplasty, arytenoidectomy, epiglottectomy, vocal cord lesion excision, posterior cordotomy, hemilaryngectomy, and endoscopic anterior/posterior cricoid split. Laryngeal cleft repair was limited by availability of suture to close the interarytenoid band. Laryngeal exposure was rated as “excellent” by both surgeons using the robotic platform.

Conclusion
Robotic surgery for the head and neck, while still in relative infancy, remains one of the newest platforms for the otolaryngologist. Currently available robotic platforms, while adapted to head and neck and airway surgery, were not designed for this purpose and pose challenges in size and accessibility to the larynx. The Flex System is specifically designed for head and neck and laryngeal surgery. This system provides outstanding visualization of hard to access areas in the larynx and hypopharynx. The flexible surgical instruments used with the Flex System allow for reasonable surgical exposure and technique. The Flex System may provide an improved robotic experience for transoral laryngeal and head and neck surgery.

How to cite this article
Roy S, Naqvi SHS, Karni RJ. Medrobotics Flex System for Laryngeal Surgery: A Feasible Study in Two Cadavers. Int J Head Neck Surg 2016;7(4):204-206.
Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum of External Auditory Canal: A Rare Entity
Authors: Kumar Sunil , Singh Hitendra P , Singh Ajay K 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Syringocystadenoma papilliferum is a benign adnexal tumor that frequently shows apocrine differentiation. It has propensity to develop in the scalp region. It is a rare tumor and usually appears at birth or during puberty, hence, it is also called childhood tumor. Although it may differ in clinical presentation, its histology is characteristic. In this study, we have described the syringocystadenoma papilliferum in the external auditory canal of a 45-year-old female because of its occurrence in an unusual site and in an uncommon age.

How to cite this article
Kumar S, Singh HP, Singh AK. Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum of External Auditory Canal: A Rare Entity. Int J Head Neck Surg 2016;7(4):223-224.
Comparison of Clinical and Radiographic Success Rates of Pulpotomy in Primary Molars using Ferric Sulfate and Bioactive Tricalcium Silicate Cement: An in vivo Study
Authors: Marwaha Mohita , Sirohi Kavita , Bansal Kalpana , Srivastava Ankit 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Introduction
Formocresol has been a popular pulpotomy medicament for many years. It is considered the “gold standard” in pediatric dentistry. However, concerns have been raised over its use in children. It has been reported that formocresol has toxic and mutagenic effects in cell culture, dental crypts, and precancerous epithelial cells. Therefore, additional biocompatible treatment alternatives are required to replace formocresol pulpotomy.

Aims
This study compared the clinical and radiographic success rates of ferric sulfate (FS) and bioactive tricalcium silicate cement (Biodentine, Septodont) as pulpotomy agents in primary molar teeth over a period of 9 months.

Materials and methods
Fifty primary molar teeth, symptom free, requiring pulpotomy in children aged 4 to 8 years were treated with conventional pulpotomy procedures. Ferric sulfate 15.5% solution (applied for 15 second for 25 teeth) and Biodentine (for 25 teeth) were used as pulpotomy agents. Permanent restorations were stainless steel crowns in most cases, in both groups. Patients were recalled for follow-up at 1, 3, 6, and 9 months intervals. The data were statistically analysed using chi-square test.

Results
At 9 months, 96% clinical success rate was observed in the FS and 100% in the Biodentine group. Radiographic success rate in the FS group was 84%, whereas 92% in the Biodentine group at 9 months. No statistically significant difference was found between the two groups.

Conclusion
Biodentine can be used as a pulpotomy agent but further long-term studies are required.

How to cite this article
Sirohi K, Marwaha M, Gupta A, Bansal K, Srivastava A. Comparison of Clinical and Radiographic Success Rates of Pulpotomy in Primary Molars using Ferric Sulfate and Bioactive Tricalcium Silicate Cement: An in vivo Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):147-151.
Clinical and Practical Implications of Storage Media used for Tooth Avulsion
Authors: Khinda Vineet IS , Brar Gurlal S , Kallar Shiminder , Khurana Heena 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Replantation is being widely accepted as an effective treatment option for an avulsed tooth. However, the long-term fate of replanted teeth is unpredictable; it is dependent on various factors, such as the time interval between avulsion and replantation, extra-alveolar storage period (dry storage or storage media), the vitality status of pulp or periodontal tissues and the type and period of splinting. The appropriate use of storage media is an important clinical factor affecting the postoperative prognosis of avulsed teeth following replantation. Hank's balanced salt solution and pasteurized milk are considered to be the most appropriate and clinically recommended storage media for avulsed teeth. The present review discusses the various available storage media for avulsed teeth and their potential maintenance of the vitality of periodontal ligament cells. A brief overview of the effect of clinical factors, such as the storage time, pH, and the osmolarity of storage media on their efficacy is included.
How to cite this article
Khinda VIS, Kaur G, Brar GS, Kallar S, Khurana H. Clinical and Practical Implications of Storage Media used for Tooth Avulsion. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):158-165.
Prevalence of Dental Caries and Traumatic Dental Injuries among 6- to 12-year-old Children in Bhopal City, India
Authors: Shashikiran ND , Ahirwar Pratibha , Maran Priyanka , Kannojiya Pawan Raj 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Introduction
Dental caries and trauma are the most common oral health problems for many decades. There is need for prevalence data to analyze the nature of the problems and to take necessary steps in improving public health.

Aim and objectives
To assess the prevalence of dental caries and traumatic dental injuries among schoolchildren of age 6 to 12 years in Bhopal city.

Settings and design
Cross-sectional study design was selected. Universal sampling method was followed in this study.

Materials and methods
A total of 1,204 children were examined. The distribution of samples was done based on age, gender, residing area, and type of school.

Statistical analysis
Data were collected and statistically evaluated under chi-square test and analysis of variance.

Results
The overall caries experience (73.17%) was found to be higher than that of traumatic injury experience (20.9%). There was age-related correlation between age and decay, missing, and filled teeth score.

Conclusion
Since most injuries occur at home or at school, educating the individual is the key that will have a great impact on the prognosis of traumatic injuries. Also good food habits need to be instilled in children from a tender age with the help of parents, which is the ultimate solution to fight caries.

How to cite this article
Maran S, Shashikiran ND, Ahirwar P, Maran P, Kannojiya PR, Niranjan B. Prevalence of Dental Caries and Traumatic Dental Injuries among 6- to 12-year-old Children in Bhopal City, India. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):172-176.
Prevalence of Traumatic Dental Injuries to the Permanent Anterior Teeth among 9- to 14-year-old Schoolchildren of Navi Mumbai (Kharghar-Belapur Region), India
Authors: Hegde Rahul , Agrawal Geet 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Aims and objectives
To measure the prevalence of anterior teeth trauma in 9- to 14-year-old schoolchildren and their association with predisposing factors, such as lip competence, molar relationship, overjet, and variables, such as age, gender, and cause of trauma.

Materials and methods
Epidemiological cross-sectional study was carried out among 3,012 schoolchildren aged 9 to 14 years in Navi Mumbai (Kharghar-Belapur region). The sample size was derived using the stratified random sampling method; we picked six schools from the region. These schools had 3,000 students in the acceptable age group of the study which constituted our final sample size. All children were examined for traumatic dental injuries, and the children with positive findings were further examined for lip competence, Angle's molar relationship, and overjet. The results were statistically analyzed using cross-tabulation and Chi-square test.

Results
The prevalence of dental injuries was 7.3%, and the ratio of male to female children was found to be 1.6:1. The maximum number of traumatic dental injuries was found with class I molar relationship and overjet less than 3.5 mm in children with competent lips. Maximum number of injuries occurred in the age group of 13–14 years. The most predominant type of injury was the enamel fracture and the most common cause determined was due to fall.

Conclusion
The present study is a collection of data on traumatic injuries to anterior teeth, which is seen very commonly in day-to-day practice. The frequency and cause of traumatic injuries to anterior teeth is important for identification of risk groups, treatment needs, and cost involved in order for establishing effective preventive measures.

How to cite this article
Hegde R, Agrawal G. Prevalence of Traumatic Dental Injuries to the Permanent Anterior Teeth among 9- to 14-year-old Schoolchildren of Navi Mumbai (Kharghar-Belapur Region), India. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):177-182.
A Misdiagnosed Odontogenic Tumor: A Clinical Dilemma
Authors: Bansal Anju , Mukherjee Chitrita G , Mukherjee Uday , Jha Anupriya 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Odontogenic myxomas are rarely occurring, slow-growing, asymptomatic, and locally aggressive odontogenic tumors with high rate of recurrence, mainly of ectomesenchymal origin. Three-dimensional imaging techniques can be used to diagnose such pathological lesions, but have limited use as they are not cost-effective and are selectively available for better outcome. Following is a case report of OM of a 5-year-old child with a brief discussion on its diagnosis and management.
How to cite this article
Mukherjee CG, Mukherjee U, Bansal A, Jha A. A Misdiagnosed Odontogenic Tumor: A Clinical Dilemma. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):205-207.
A Rare Concomitant Occurrence of Talon Cusp in Fused Mandibular Permanent Teeth: Report of Two Cases
Authors: Jangra Babita 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT
Fusions of teeth and talon cusp are two rare developmental dental anomalies, affecting both primary and permanent dentitions. Both the anomalies are mostly reported as isolated finding and are rarely associated with other dental anomalies. Talon cusp is more common in maxillary anterior teeth in permanent dentition and fusion is commonly reported in mandibular teeth in primary dentition. The concomitant occurrence of talon cusp and fusion is rare and its occurrence in fused mandibular permanent teeth is also rare. This case report presents two unusual cases of concomitant occurrence of talon cusp with fusion in permanent mandibular incisors. The clinical problems associated with these dental anomalies and importance of their management are discussed in these case reports.
How to cite this article
Goswami M, Jangra B. A Rare Concomitant Occurrence of Talon Cusp in Fused Mandibular Permanent Teeth: Report of Two Cases. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):208-212.
Evaluation of the Correlation between the Vertical Dimension of Occlusion and the Length of the Ear, Nose, and Little Finger: An Anthropometric Study
Authors: Tewary Shivsagar , Kore Abhijeet , Rege Janhavi J , Gosavi Sulekha S , Gosavi Siddharth Y 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT

Introduction
The aim of this study was to find out the anthro- pometric correlation of vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) with the length of ear, nose, and little finger in dentate male and female subjects in Karad population, so as to use this correlation to determine VDO in edentulous patients.

Materials and methods
The study was conducted in Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences Deemed University, Karad, India, on 320 dentate subjects (160 males and 160 females) who fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Anthropometric measurements of VDO, length of ear, length of nose, and length of little finger were recorded using a digital vernier caliper. Simple linear regression model was used to develop a prediction formula for VDO using length of ear, nose, and little finger as the independent variable. Correlation between VDO and length of ear, nose, and little finger was studied using Pearson's correlation test.

Results
Statistical analysis in male and female subjects showed that VDO is significantly different with the length of nose, ear, and little finger. Pearson correlation test showed VDO in males has strong coefficient correlation with the length of the ear (r = 0.500), and strong coefficient correlation with the length of the nose (r = 0.335) in females.

Conclusion
The regression analysis was conducted to formu- late the regression equation for determination of VDO in male and female subjects. The study revealed that the length of ear in males [VDO = 25.591 + 0.565 (length of ear)] and the length of nose in females [VDO = 36.933 + 0.353 (length of nose)] are strongly correlated with VDO.

Clinical significance
The regression formulae were formulated for male and female subjects in dentate patients which can be used to determine the VDO in edentulous patients.

How to cite this article
Rege JJ, Gosavi SS, Gosavi SY, Tewary S, Kore A. Evaluation of the Correlation between the Vertical Dimension of Occlusion and the Length of the Ear, Nose, and Little Finger: An Anthropometric Study. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2017;7(1):1-7.
A Three-dimensional Finite Element Analysis of Stress Distribution in the Cortical Bone in Single Tooth Implant and Post Core-treated Tooth subjected to variable Loads
Authors: Rao Suneetha , Arora Honey , Hameed Shahul 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT

Purpose
In spite of many advances in the field of prosthetic dentistry, the choice of whether to treat and retain a grossly compromised tooth or to extract and replace with an implant is debatable. Alveolar bone preservation is one of the main criteria to select the treatment option. This is directly affected by the stress generated in the cortical bone under variable loads and is therefore, relevant.

Materials and methods
Two three-dimensional finite element models were generated in relation to maxillary second premolar using ANSYS software. Model-I was parallel-tapered titanium implant with screw-retained titanium abutment and porcelain fused to metal (PFM) crown. Model-P was fiber post and com- posite resin core with PFM crown. Luting cement was resin cement. Both the models were surrounded by homogeneous and isotropic cortical and cancellous bone, and were subjected to variable loads of 300, 400, and 500 N in axial (0°) and nonaxial (15°, 45°) directions.

Results
Stress in the cortical bone in megapascal (MPa) in Model-I/Model-P when subjected to variable loads in newtons(N) in axial direction was 300 N - 37.6 MPa/47.3 MPa; 400 N - 50.2 MPa/63.0 MPa; 500 N - 62.7 MPa/63.0 MPa. 15°- 300 N - 68.5 MPa/65.9 MPa; 400 N - 91.3 MPa/87.9 MPa; 500 N - 114.2 MPa/87.9 MPa. 45° - 300 N - 136.3 MPa/88.9 MPa; 400 N - 181.8 MPa/118.5 MPa; 500 N - 227.2 MPa/118.5 MPa.

Conclusion
Within the limitation of this study, it was concluded that on axial loading, both the treatment modalities showed no significant difference, but on nonaxial loading, the cortical bone in the implant model showed to have considerably higher stress than post core-treated tooth model. Hence, given a choice, this study favors retaining and restoring a compromised tooth with post core and crown rather than extracting and replacing with an implant.

How to cite this article
Rao S, Arora H, Hameed S. A Three- dimensional Finite Element Analysis of Stress Distribution in the Cortical Bone in Single Tooth Implant and Post Core-treated Tooth subjected to variable Loads. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2017;7(1):8-16.
Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction in Implant-supported Dentures retained with Ball and Bar Attachment through Verbal Rating System
Authors: Singla Naresh , Nagarajan Thiruvalluvan 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACTTeeth loss is a traumatic experience. It disturbs the total integrity of the masticatory system. Its successful rehabilitation should address a range of biomechanical problems, tolerances, and perceptions. Implant-supported overdenture with two implants placed in the interforamina region is a predictable treatment option in edentulous mandible rather than conventional complete denture as it offers increased stability, comfort, and patient compliance. Success in complete dentures is still an unanswered question as various authors have differing opinion. Patients and prosthodontists often disagree on a successful denture experience. Criteria for quality standards in denture fabrication have been articulated; however patients and prosthodontists often disagree on a successful denture experience. This study was carried out to determine patient satisfaction with implant-supported overdentures and its impact on the treatment outcome. Thirty edentulous patients were randomly divided into two groups to receive implant-supported overdentures supported with two implants in the interforamina region of mandibular arch retained with either ball or ball attachment. Questionnaires were given to the patient before and after treatment at 3- and 6-month interval. Data collected were statistically analyzed. Results obtained from this study show that patients with implant-supported overdentures were more satisfied with the treatment outcome, and there was no significant difference in patient satisfaction between the two groups.How to cite this articleSingla N, Nagarajan T. Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction in Implant-supported Dentures retained with Ball and Bar Attachment through Verbal Rating System. Int J Experiment Dent Sci 2017;6(1):1-5.
Efficacy of Oral Probiotics as an Adjunct to Scaling and Root Planing in Nonsurgical Treatment Outcome of Generalized Chronic Periodontitis Patients: A Clinico-Microbiological Study
Authors: Mani Ameet , Mani Shubangi , Saini Sugandha R 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACT

Aim:
This study aims to find out the effects of Probiotics, delivered with a lozenge for its effect on clinical and microbiological parameters in subjects with chronic periodontitis after scaling and root planing (SRP).

Materials and methods:
A total of 40 generalized mild to moderate chronic periodontitis subjects were finally enrolled in a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical study. Selected subjects after SRP were randomly divided into two groups: Group I (test group) with 20 subjects receiving probiotic tablet once daily and group II (control group) receiving placebo tablets once daily. Clinical parameters and bacterial count for Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, Porphyromonas gingivalis, Prevotella intermedia, Fusobacterium nucleatum were evaluated at baseline, 2, and 4 months after the medication.

Results:
On comparative evaluation between the two groups, results indicated that group I (probiotic group) exhibited statistically significant reduction in both clinical and microbiological levels than group II (control group) over the entire span of the study.

Conclusion:
Our results proved that daily oral supplementation of probiotics could be a useful adjunct to SRP in chronic periodontitis patients.

How to cite this article
Mani A, Saini R, Saini SR. Efficacy of Oral Probiotics as an Adjunct to Scaling and Root Planing in Nonsurgical Treatment Outcome of Generalized Chronic Periodontitis Patients: A Clinico-Microbiological Study. Int J Experiment Dent Sci 2017;6(1):6-13.