bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
An Analysis of Gender Differences and Assessment of Oral Health Status among the General Population Residing in Kanyakumari District: A Pathfinding Scientific Study
Authors: Gousalya V. , Prabu D. , Sindhu R. , Dhamodhar Dinesh , Mohan M. Raj , Bharathwaj V. V. , Priya Sathiya , Elakiya S. 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Aim:
The aim of this study is to assess the prevalence oral health status among the general population residing in Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.

Materials and Method:
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among the general public of index age groups to analyze the oral health status in the Kanyakumari district. A total number of 400 samples were selected and were equally divided among urban (200 samples) and rural areas (200 samples). The samples were further divided randomly based on the index age groups 5, 12, 15, 35–44, and 65–74 years using the multistage random sampling method. The data regarding oral health status was recorded using the World Health Organization’s (WHO’s) Oral Health Assessment Form 2013 and 1997. Collected data were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Chi-squared test.

Results:
The prevalence of periodontal diseases (88.75%) was found to be highest in Kanyakumari district, followed by dental caries (63.7%) and malocclusion (63.1%). There was a statistically significant difference found between oral health status and index age groups.

Conclusion:
Oral disorders such as dental caries, periodontitis, and dental fluorosis are more prevalent among the Kanyakumari district population. Oral health policies should be targeted to the populations in the Tamil Nadu region.
Gingival Biotypes and its Relation to Biologic Width, Alveolar Bone Thickness, Dehiscence and Fenestration in Mandibular Anterior Region: A CBCT Analysis Study
Authors: Albughaylil Abdulrahman Shaya , Sayed Arshad Jamal , Alsoli Mona Abdulmohsen , Almutairi Mohammed Mutni , Mohsin Syed Fareed , Shaikh Safia Shoeb , Alsaykhan Khalid Ali , Albulayhid Ibrahim Abdulaziz 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:
Gingival biotype and its relationship to biologic width and alveolar bone thickness may affect surgical periodontal therapy outcomes. Hence, it is vital to assess the gingival biotype prior to any of these treatments for its success.

Aim:
The study aims to compare the thick and thin gingival biotype in the mandibular anterior region concerning biologic width, buccal bone thickness, prevalence and distribution of dehiscence, and fenestration in lower anterior teeth.

Materials and Methods:
A total of 30 patients were selected for the study based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The Cone Beam Computed Tomography analysis was performed in the mandibular anterior area to assess gingival thickness (biotype), biologic width, buccal bone thickness, dehiscence, and fenestrations. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 26. An independent t-test was used to assess the relationship between the variables.

Results:
Our study identified an increased biologic width in the thick gingival biotype, a higher frequency of dehiscence in the thin gingival biotype than in the thick biotype, and a greater mean alveolar bone thickness in the thick biotype group.

Conclusion:
A statistical difference was not observed between the groups; however, the thick biotype showed better results than the thinner biotype for the periodontal parameters examined.
A Study on Speech Analysis in Acquired Maxillary Defect Patients Treated with Maxillary Obturator
Authors: Bhushan Purnendu , Raj Kavita , Hota Sadananda , Mishra Debasish , Raut Anjana , Mohanty Arun K. 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Aim:
The aim of the present study was to assess the speech analysis in acquired maxillary defect patients treated with maxillary obturator.

Materials and Methods:
Total of 16 patients were considered in the study. The age group of these patients ranged from 40 to 75 years with a mean age of 59.5 years, irrespective of their gender. The surgical obturator was fabricated using self-cure acrylic. The surgical obturator was delivered immediately after surgery. After a healing period of about 2 weeks, the surgical obturator was replaced by an interim prosthesis. This was processed with the help of heat-cure polymethylmethacrylate. The total number of patients was divided into two groups, namely, (A) Definitive obturator group and (B) Interim obturator group. The speech intelligibility (SI), was analyzed.

Results:
The mean scores for SI before prosthesis in definitive and interim groups were 19.13 ± 3.22 and 19.87 ± 1.72, respectively. This was increased after prosthesis insertion to 24.38 ± 1.30 and 22.37 ± 1.18, which further increased after adaptation period of 2 months to 28.75 ± 1.28 and 24.62 ± 1.59 in two groups.

Conclusion:
The present study concluded that speech was severely affected by maxillary resection and that rehabilitation with maxillary obturator was successful in restoring these aspects of speech.
Role of Dentofacial Harmony among Young and Old Adult Females in Smile Perception of Dental Specialists and Laypeople: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Manchikalapudi Githanjali , Basapogu Sreeramulu 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
The purpose of this study was to determine whether balance and harmony of the face, when seen as a whole, alter the smile perception as compared to a lone standing smile in female subjects of two age groups and to identify parameters of dental composition and dentofacial harmony associated with the smile perception of dental specialists (DS) and laypeople (LP).

Settings and Design:
A cross-sectional study.

Materials and Methods:
Twenty-nine DS and 29 LP scored the smile attractiveness of 84 full-face images (FFIs) and corresponding smile images (SIs) of young adults (YA: 20–29 years) and old adults (OA: 50–59 years), using the Visual Analogue Scale. Smile analysis software (Planmeca Romexis®Smile-Design) was used to measure 10 parameters of dental composition and dentofacial harmony in FFI.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Independent t-test and Pearson’s correlation coefficient (r) were used to analyze the data.

Results:
A significant difference was not seen between the smile attractiveness scores of FFI and SI in both raters and age groups. Significant differences were observed between DS and LP in the YA group. The OA group was rated significantly higher than the YA group. The correlation between smile attractiveness scores and each of the nine dentofacial parameters was not significant (P < 0.05).

Conclusions:
Framing of images did not significantly alter smile perception. FFI received higher scores than SI, and raters were more critical of the YA group. Professional training of raters and an interplay of smile and facial attractiveness of the female subjects contributed to the smile perception of raters. No parameters of dental composition or dentofacial harmony significantly associated with smile attractiveness were identified.
A Cross-Sectional Study on Self-Perceived Halitosis among Undergraduate University Students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Mezied Maha S. , Al Bouri Dalal , Al Omani Ahad , Al Ramadhan Ghadeer , Al Bootie Sara , Barakat Ali , Koppolu Pradeep 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Aim:
The present cross-sectional observational study was conducted to evaluate the prevalence of halitosis among undergraduate university students at Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Materials and Methods:
A survey of 301 participants who answered a questionnaire on their self-perceived halitosis was undertaken.

Results:
The response rate was 35% (301/863). Of the total, 54.5% of participants reported that they had experienced halitosis. A majority of participants (61.4%) responded to having experienced an unpleasant bad taste in the morning when they woke up, with most participants (42.4%) stating that their breath was the worst early in the morning. A majority of respondents (59.6%) reported that they were aware of their condition. Only 27% of the respondents stated that they had admitted to having undergone an examination for bad breath from their dentist, and 22.9% of the respondents reported that they had undergone an examination for conditions associated with bad breath. The measures used to reduce the condition were evenly distributed, with approximately one-third using mouthwash (34.6%), gum/mentos (38.3%), and toothpaste (27.2%).

Conclusion:
The incidence of self-perceived halitosis that was revealed in the current study is normal compare to others studies. It is unrelated to age and sex. Non-usage of dental floss, no use of mouthwash, and smoking, on the other hand, were shown to be associated with self-perceived halitosis. Furthermore, tongue cleaning was not linked to introspection halitosis. Halitosis may be also due to underlying systemic conditions. Hence it is necessary to evaluate the condition’s prevalence and examine the relationship with other etiological variables with halitosis in our country.
Comparison of Surface Topography Changes from Conventional Metal Brackets and Self-Ligating Metal Brackets after Immersion in Three Different Mouthwashes using Atomic Force Microscopy: An in vitro Study
Authors: Thulasiram S. R. Sakthivel Ram , Chandrasekharan Deepak , Angrish Nidhi , Krithika A , Praveen Katepogu , Deenadayalan P 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

In orthodontics, the surface roughness and corrosion behavior due to metal ion releases in orthodontic brackets and archwires affect the effectiveness of tooth movement. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) can provide three-dimensional information measurements which are used to evaluate the quantitative analysis of the surface changes of orthodontic brackets. Stainless steel orthodontic brackets and wires can release metal ions which lead to corrosion when exposed to various types of mouthwash.

Aim:
The main aim of this study is to compare and evaluate the surface changes from conventional metal brackets and self-ligating metal brackets after immersion in three different mouthwashes.

Materials and Methods:
Sixteen conventional metal brackets and sixteen metal self-ligating brackets were evenly grouped and immersed in deionized water, chlorhexidine mouthwash, herbal mouthwash, and betadine mouthwash for seven days and the surface changes were evaluated using nondestructive AFM.

Results:
The surface roughness was evaluated at 30 μm and the results showed that more surface roughness was observed P < 0.05 in betadine mouthwash groups and followed by herbal mouthwash and least in chlorhexidine mouthwash.

Conclusion:
Based on the AFM results, the surface changes were more pronounced in both groups which were immersed in betadine and herbal mouthwash than others and the choice of mouthwash should be considered before prescribing to the patients.
CBCT Evaluation of Lingual Foramen and its Anatomic Variations in Northeast Indian Population
Authors: Verma Saumya , Krishna Koppula Sri , Srishti  , Shalini Kumari , Kumari Sarita , Sinha Gunjan 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:
The identification of nearby neurovascular structures is a vital part of dental implant treatment planning. Commonly two implants are placed in the mandibular inter foraminal region to support the overdenture. Placing dental implants in this region is considered relatively safe. The purpose of this study was to employ cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) on a representative sample of Northeast Indians to find out the location and distribution of lingual foramen in the anterior mandible.

Study Design:
A total of 104 CBCT scans were performed using the Cranex 3D CBCT system. Three Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologists agreed on a visibility grade for assessing the lingual foramen using a 3-point scale. The number and presence of foramina were noted. On cross-sectional pictures, the distance in millimeters between the crest of the alveolar ridge and the superior cortical margin of the foramen was determined. Furthermore, the analysis of the distribution of lingual foramina in terms of frequency and percentages was performed.

Results:
Scan results showed that the lingual foramen was clearly visible in 65.4% of cases, somewhat visible in 12.5% of scans, and not visible at all in 22.1% of cases. Half of the people in the study had two foramina, whereas 27.9 percent had one and 22.1 percent had none. The mean distance from the crest of the alveolar ridge was 10.84 mm in males whereas 9.91 mm in females

Conclusion:
The Northeast Indian population exhibits an unusually high prevalence of lingual foramen in the anterior portion of the mandible. This research will aid in the precise pre-operative identification of the position and number of lingual foramina prior to surgical treatments involving the midline of the mandible.
Oral Health Status and Treatment Needs Among Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients in Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Authors: Shaktawat Neha , Manzoor Minha , Khan Nazish , Dar Ajaz A. , Bhati Rajendra S. , Biswas Arpan 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by periodic and repetitive partial or complete collapse of the upper airway during sleep, resulting in reduced ventilation (hypopnea) or absent ventilation (apnea).

Materials and Methods:
The present study was conducted on 100 adult OSA patients attending hospitals of Jodhpur and the dental clinic in Vyas Dental College and Hospital in Jodhpur city. The sample consisted of 65.0% males and 35.0% females, belonging to 18 years ≥60 years of age with a mean age of 47.61 ± 8.53.

Results:
In our study, we have used AHI for the assessment of OSA, the major significant association (P = 0.001) was seen between AHI and periodontitis. The finding suggest that the prevalence of periodontitis is greater among patient with OSA with almost 39 patients with AHI value between 11to15 having loss of attachment between 4 mm ≥8 mm.

Conclusion:
Obstructive sleep apnea is acting as a significant risk factor for major Dental diseases. The study concludes that there was a significant association found between oral health status and OSA patients.
Efficacy of Caudal Epidural Steroid Injections in Chronic Low Backache Patients
Authors: Goel Aditya , Singh Shivendra , Shukla Navin K. , Yadav Abhijeet 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:
Caudal epidural steroid injections are the popular treatment for patients with chronic low back aches (LBA) and radiculopathy, pain that radiates down the legs. These injections are typically given in the lower back, and their purpose is to reduce inflammation and pain caused by a herniated disc or other issues in the lumbosacral spine. Studies have generally found that caudal epidural steroid injections effectively manage chronic LBP, although they may not provide long-term relief in all cases. It is essential to remember that these injections should be combined with other forms of conservative management, such as physical therapy, before considering more invasive interventions.

Materials and Methods:
A prospective analysis is performed at the Orthopedics Department At The Hind Institute Of Medical Sciences In Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, India, over two years. In the study, 80 patients with chronic low back pain and symptoms that did not improve with conservative therapies. The patients are clinically examined before and after receiving a cervical epidural steroid injection (CESI) based on their ability to perform daily activities and work using the Oswestry disability index (ODI) and visual analog scale (VAS).

Results:
The experiment was conducted with 165 CESI administered to 120 patients. A single injection is given to 85 patients; two injections are given to 25 patients, and 10 patients receive three injections. Of the 120 patients, 50 were male, and 70 were female, all of whom had chronic LBA. Of the 120 cases of LBA, 37 were diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation, 11 with lumbar canal stenosis, and 22 with degenerative disc disease. The remaining 50 cases were classified as non-specific LBA. Follow-up evaluations were conducted 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months after that, till 12 months of treatment. The mean pre-CESI VAS score was 7.11, and the mean post-CESI VAS score was 4.82 after one year of treatment. The mean ODI score before CESI treatment was 59.12; after CESI treatment for a full year, it was 44.64. We observed excellent outcomes in 27.5% of patients, good outcomes in 38.33%, fair outcomes in 21.67%, and bad outcomes in 12.5% of patients.

Conclusion:
Patients who experience chronic function aches can dramatically reduce their discomfort with the help of CESIs.
Trabalho, sofrimento e influência da sociedade de consumo em instituições públicas
Authors: Goulart Natália Lelis G , Pizzio Alex 
Published: July 2023

<span>Este trabalho trata de investigação acerca de sofrimento psíquico nos servidores de instituições públicas brasileiras em artigos publicados na plataforma Scielo no período 2004-2013, com o objetivo de analisar de que forma os diagnósticos teóricos publicados apontam os discursos e valores hegemônicos difundidos pelos meios de comunicação de massa e pela sociedade de consumo. A metodologia utilizada tratou-se de pesquisa qualitativa e análise de conteúdo dos dados. Foram analisados vinte e quatro artigos, selecionados os conceitos mais utilizados, os sujeitos de pesquisa e identificadas lacunas acerca das pesquisas em sofrimento no trabalho das instituições públicas no Brasil. Identificou-se que os principais conceitos apresentados acerca de sofrimentos psíquicos são <em>burnout</em>, transtornos psíquicos e condições precárias de trabalho. A matriz explicativa para a causa de sofrimento é composta, principalmente, por cansaço físico, vocal e/ou mental, sobrecarga de trabalho, burocratização da organização do trabalho, contaminação do tempo fora do trabalho e falta de reconhecimento. Conclui-se que é possível afirmar que o sofrimento dos servidores públicos pode ser ampliado por uma sociedade que através dos meios de comunicação de massa estabelece padrões.</span>
Which Plant Where: A Plant Selection Tool for Changing Urban Climates
Authors: Tabassum Samiya , Beaumont Linda J. , Shabani Farzin , Staas Leigh , Griffiths Gwilym , Ossola Alessandro , Leishman Michelle R. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractBackgroundUse of vegetation in urban areas for climate change adaptation is becoming increasingly important; however, urban vegetation is itself vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Better understanding of which species will survive and thrive in urban areas with projected climate change will increase confidence in choosing climate-ready species for resilient urban greening outcomes. Plant selector tools based on the suitability of species for future climates, however, are lacking.MethodsThe Which Plant Where plant selector webtool (www.whichplantwhere.com.au) was created by combining sophisticated species distribution models and trait and environmental tolerance data from a variety of sources to allow users to select appropriate species which are climatically suitable for Australian urban environments for 3 different time periods (2030, 2050, and 2070). The tool allows users to calculate co-benefits afforded by planting palettes and offers suggestions for alternative species based on climate suitability to help diversify plantings and provide options where substitutions may have to be made.ResultsThe tool contains information for over 2,500 unique plant entries (encompassing species, subspecies, cultivars, varieties, and hybrids) from 9 different growth forms (trees, shrubs, palms, ferns, cycads, climbers, succulents, grass, and herbs). The tool contains many resources to design and maintain resilient urban green spaces, from the planning stage up to monitoring and maintenance.ConclusionWhich Plant Where was designed to allow practitioners and urban forest managers to confidently identify climate-ready species now to ensure urban green spaces remain diverse and resilient into the future.
KELAYAKAN LKS BERBASIS MOBILE LEARNING SISWA TUNARUNGU DI SEKOLAH LUAR BIASA KABUPATEN TUBAN
Authors: Choirun Nisa Mhirda Choirun Nisa , Hidayatuallah Furqon Hidayatuallah , Widyastono Herry Widyastono 
Published: July 2023

Pengembangan lemabr kerja siswa berbasis mobile learning pada mata pelajaran pendidikan jasmani bertujuan untuk menghasilkan bahan ajar berbasis teknologi sehingga dapat digunakan dimana saja dan kapan saja. Berdasarkan studi lapangan yang dilakukan peneliti, pembelajaran yang dilakukan siswa tunarungu selama pandemi melakukan pembelajaran ajarak jauh, yang mana guru memanfaatkan aplikasi zoom untuk mentransfer materi kepada siswa dan memberikan tugas untuk dikerjakan dan dikumpulkan secara online dari metode yang digunakan oleh guru menimbulkan problem baru yaitu siswa jarang atau tidak mengikuti zoom dan hanya sedikit siswa yang mengumpulkan tugas. Studi lapangan lebih lanjut peneliti menemukan guru belum memanfaatkan bahan ajar yang berbasis m-learning. Instrument penelitian berupa lembar observasi dan wawancara. Hasil penelitian ini berupa lembar kerja siswa berbasis mobile learning yang sudah divalidasi oleh ahli materi dan ahli media dengan hasil validitas menunjukkan validasi oleh ahli materi 95,8%, dan oleh ahli media 92%. Sehingga kelayakan LKS mobile learning dianggap layak digunakan.

The development of mobile learning-based student worksheets in physical education subjects aims to produce technology-based teaching materials so that they can be used anywhere and anytime. Based on field studies conducted by researchers, learning conducted by deaf students during the pandemic did learning at a distance, where teachers utilize zoom applications to transfer materials to students and provide tasks to be done and collected online from the methods used by teachers cause new problems that students rarely or do not follow zoom and few students collect assignments. Further field studies of researchers found teachers had not utilized teaching materials based on m-learning. Research instruments in the form of observation sheets and interviews. The results of this study are in the form of mobile learning-based student worksheets that have been validated by material experts and media experts with validity results showing validation by material experts 95.8%, and by media experts 92%. So that the feasibility of LKS mobile learning is considered worth using.
PERILAKU KONSUMEN BERBELANJA ONLINE DIMODERASI OLEH KEHALALAN PRODUK SEBAGAI BAHAN AJAR MENUMBUHKAN JIWA WIRAUSAHA SISWA
Authors: Marganus Eko Marganus , Pasaribu Popy Novita Pasaribu 
Published: July 2023

Pandemi Covid-19 menyebabkan terjadinya pembatasan beraktivitas dan ber-interaksi masyarakat, khususnya dalam upaya pemenuhan kebutuhan hidup ru-mah tangga, tidak lagi mudah mendapatkan kebutuhan dengan berbelanja di pusat perbelanjaan, sehingga berpengaruh pula pada perilaku orang dalam berbelanja kebutuhan hidup. Sebanyak 419 responden dijadikan objek dalam penelitian ini, pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan penyebaran kuesioner melalu google form, menggunakan uji instrumen, analisis linier berganda, uji t, uji F dan uji Moderat-ed Regression Analysis (MRA) sebagai teknik analisis. Dalam penelitian ini diketahui bahwa kehalalan memperkuat external subject norm dan memperlemah internal subject norm dalam mempengaruhi perilaku konsumen dalam berbelanja online produk UMKM.

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused restrictions on activities and interacting with the community, especially in an effort to fulfill the needs of household life, it is no longer easy to get necessities by shopping at shopping centers, so that it also affects people's behavior in shopping for necessities of life. As many as 419 respondents were used as objects in this study, data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires through google form, using instrument test, multiple linear analysis, t test, F test and Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) test as an analytical technique. In this study, it is known that halal strengthens the external subject norm and weakens the internal subject norm in influencing consumer behavior in online shopping for UMKM products