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2025, Journal of Health Research and Technology

Introduction: Dental and oral health has a big influence on preventing cavities or caries, gingivitis, perioldolitis, and also preventing bad breath. Diseases affecting the teeth and mouth, causing complaints of pain. School-aged children 6-12 years old are the age category at risk of developing cavities or caries. Age 6-12 years is the age when milk teeth begin to replace permanent teeth. One of the causes of the prevalence of dental and oral diseases in Indonesian children is the low level of knowledge about dental and oral health. Objective: to determine the effect of health promotion using the lecture method using kolmik media on dental and oral health knowledge in class III students at Pangkajene 1 Elementary School, Sidenreng Rapang Regency. Method: This type of research is quantitative research with a research design using a pre-experimental design, namely Olne Group Pretest and Polstest. The sample used was 31 people taken using the Total Sampling technique. Results: Before being given health promotion using the lecture method using comic media with a number of 54 with poor criteria and after being given health promotion using the lecture method using comic media with a number of 80 with good criteria. There was a level of increase in knowledge, namely 26. And the significance value was using the Paired T Test. namely 0.01 < 0.05 so that the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted

2025, Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

Dental health at school age with normal children is better than that of deaf children due to limited communication due to hearing loss to receive information. Children who are basically easily saturated or bored, the strategy to overcome this problem is that a medium or method is needed in the form of a BISINDO visualization model in the form of a website-based learning video through the senses of the eye so that deaf children understand the content of the material so that changes in teething behavior are obtained. The purpose to produce alternative behavior change through the Indonesian Sign Language (BISINDO) visualization model of effective dental health to improve the brushing behavior of deaf children. The research methoad use Research and Development (R&D) and model trials using quasy experiment methods (pre and post test with control group desaign). Sampling using the lemeshow formula obtained 10 samples of children per group based on inclusion criteria. The intervention group to measure knowledge, attitudes, actions and debris indexes was then given education using the BISINDO visualization model for 21 days. The control group to measure knowledge, attitudes, actions and debris indexes was then given education using leaflet and phantom media. Results : The feasibility test of the Indonesian Sign Language visualization model (BISINDO) of websitebased dental and oral health obtained an average score of 85.6% ( very feasible). The implementation of this model is effective in increasing knowledge (p=0.003), attitude (p=0.000), action (p=0.001), and lowering the debris index score (p=0.033). Conclusion : The websitebased Indonesian Sign Language (BISINDO) visualization model of dental and oral health is feasible as an alternative to behavior change and effectively improves brushing behavior compared to the control group

2025, The Open Dentistry Journal

Background: The COVID-19, originated in China in December 2019, has spread worldwide pandemically. Infection control measures are especially needed for healthcare professionals who meet potentially infected patients. Objective: The authors aimed to provide general knowledge about COVID-19 disease and indications for the management of emergency dental procedures based on recent literature and experience gained. Methods: A literature search was performed to identify scientific information on COVID-19 and prevention of cross infection appropriate for the practice of dentistry. Results: The authors provided relevant information about SARS-CoV-2 virus, COVID-19 disease, and prevention of cross infections in the dental office. Furthermore, the authors described their experience and highlighted the potential of telemedicine. Conclusion: This article, based on relevant researches, guidelines and Authors’ experience in a COVID-19 Hospital, introduces essential knowledge about COVID-19 and tr...

2025, Clinical Oral Investigations

Objectives The purpose of this study was to evaluate clinical efficacy of four different local hemostatics in patients taking oral antiplatelet therapy, after multiple dental extractions without discontinuing drugs. Materials and methods Study sample included 102 patients (mean age 64.1 ± 17.4 years) in treatment with oral antiplatelet agents needing multiple dental extractions. After surgery, the sockets were randomly sealing with suture alone (control group), hemostatic plug (HEM), advanced platelet-rich fibrin (A-PRF+), and leukocyte-platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF). Primary outcomes were post-operative bleeding, wound healing index, and possible complications. Secondary outcomes were correlation between primary outcomes and patient's comorbidities and voluptuous habits. Descriptive statistics, bivariate comparisons, and logistic regression analysis were performed (p < 0.05). Results Both A-PRF+ and L-PRF showed a reduced bleeding risk when compared with suture alone (OR = 0.09, p = 0.001 for A-PRF+; OR = 0.09, p = 0.005 for L-PRF). Only L-PRF showed a reduced risk for incomplete wound healing when compared with the control site (OR = 0.43, p = 0.019). Patients affected by hypertension (OR 3.91, p = 0.015) and diabetes (OR 3.24, p = 0.026) had the highest bleeding risk. Smoking (OR 4.30, p = 0.016) and diabetes (OR 3.79, p = 0.007) interfered with healing process. Conclusion L-PRF and A-PRF represent a valid alternative to the traditional hemostatics, reducing post-surgical bleeding and promoting wound healing. Clinical relevance In patients taking antiplatelet drugs, different local hemostatics are useful to control potential post-operative bleeding and to favor wound healing. However, comorbidities and voluptuous habits may increase bleeding risk, interfering with healing process.

2025, Journal of oral health and community dentistry

Background: Chemical antiplaque mouthwashes are used to improve oral health care. Nowadays, herbal mouthwashes with their "naturally occurring" active ingredients are beneficial in the treatment of gingival disease without any side effects. The aim of this study was to compare the antiplaque efficacy of chlorhexidine, green tea, and herbal mouthwashes. Materials and methods: It is a randomized controlled trial in which 45 participants were equally divided into three groups: Group A -Chlorhexidine, Group B -Hiora, and Group C -Colgate plax. Oral prophylaxis followed by the prescription of mouthwash and plaque index, gingival index, stain index, taste perception, and CPITN index were recorded at baseline, on the 14th and 21st days. Result: On comparing plaque index at baseline and after 21 days between Hiora, chlorhexidine, and Colgate plax, a statistically significant difference was found (p = 0.00), whereas CPITN index between Hiora and Colgate plax was also statistically significant (p = 0.00), while scores of stain index and taste perception of chlorhexidine group only were found statistically significant (p = 0.00). Conclusion: Colgate plax mouthwash was found to be more effective in plaque reduction, less stain, and good taste perception rather than chlorhexidine and Hiora.

2025

Introduction: Tooth mobility is one of the cases of periodontal disease caused by the destruction of the bone that supports the teeth. Stabilization of loose teeth using splinting wire can be one of the treatment options. The use of splinting wire may increase plaque accumulation and is sometimes difficult to clean. Plaque accumulation will cause bacterial invasion into the surrounding tissues of the periodontal pockets which will eventually develop into an inflammatory process. As time goes by, connective tissue destruction and pus formation will occur which eventually leads to a periodontal abscess. Periodontal abscess is a localized accumulation of pus in the gingival wall of a periodontal socket with periodontal tissue destruction. Objective: The purpose of this case report is to report the incidence of periodontal abscess after wire splinting application in a case of tooth unsteadiness. Case Report: A 76-year-old female patient came to RSGM with complaints of feeling uncomfortable because some of her teeth were loose. The complaint has been felt approximately 1 year ago. The complaint was accompanied by pain when used to eat and toothbrushing. Objective examination showed reddish gingiva, rounded interdentals, soft consistency, and unstippling texture on the labial and lingual side of teeth 33, 32, 31, 41, 42 and 43 with BOP (+) at all points. The patient's Oral Hygiene Index (OHI) was 2.16 and PI was 18.67%. Probing depth average was 3 mm, recession was 3 mm, and tooth decay was grade 2. Supportive examination showed horizontal bone destruction in the anterior region of the mandible. The first visit was carried out wire splinting on the lingual part of the loose tooth, at the time of control there was a periodontal abscess on the labial side so the splinting was moved to the labial side. Discussion: The increase in socket depth and the appearance of periodontal abscesses are caused by plaque accumulation which eventually makes bacteria invade the periodontal tissue. Conclusion: Periodontal therapy really needs to pay attention to the patient's OHI, therefore plaque control and removal of bacterial deposits must be carried out by scaling and root planning regularly and carrying out other periodontal therapies such as curettage if tissue destruction is severe enough.

2025, Deleted Journal

Increasing knowledge regarding nutrition, and dental and oral health is an effort for every human being in order to achieve a better quality of life. This community service program was carried out in order to improve the understanding of the oral health of the Aisyah cadre woman group in Pakualaman, Yogyakarta. Maintaining health during the post-Covid-19 pandemic requires improvements in nutrition and oral health. The women of Aisyah cadres in Pakualaman, Yogyakarta City, were on average elderly, but they still required health counseling to remain productive with their activities. Gingivitis can affect anyone regardless of age. Brushing teeth properly is one way to prevent it. The methods of this program were counseling and education on nutrition and dental health, as well as demonstrating how to brush teeth properly. Community service activities were carried out in Pakualaman, Yogyakarta, attended by 35 Aisyiah Pakualaman cadres on March 18, 2023 with nutritionists and dentists from Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta as the sources. Evaluation of activities with a pretest and posttest about counseling material was conducted. It is hoped that this activity will serve as a catalyst for similar activities in the surrounding community to strengthen healthy behavior by raising awareness of the importance of nutrition and oral health knowledge. The outcome showed that the Aisyah cadre women had gained a good understanding of knowledge and education concerning nutrition, and dental and oral health.

2025, Prosiding Seminar Nasional Program Pengabdian Masyarakat

2025, The Journal of the American Dental Association

he introduction of selfadhesive resin cements with the advent of a more simplified cementing technique is considered a leap forward in prosthodontics therapy. These cements are manufactured in such a way so that they etch, prime and bond to dentin without the need to use separate agents for each of these steps. However, clinical evaluation reports about these materials are scarce. The potential for postcementation sensitivity is one of the clinical conditions that practitioners need to consider when dealing with these cements. Indeed, in a survey of dentists with a total of 466 valid responses, more than 50 percent of the respondents listed the luting agent as a "very important" factor in reducing sensitivity. 1 More than two decades ago, when the use of glass ionomer for cementation of crowns and fixed partial dentures (FPDs) first was suggested, 2 some clinical professionals were concerned that it could cause postoperative sensitivity. However, through properly designed research studies,

2025, Curēus

Discoloration affects glass ionomer cement (GIC) color stability due to its brittle nature and microporosity. To counter this, incorporating alternative materials is essential for maintaining color stability. This study aims to determine the color stability and gloss of GIC modified with bioactive chitosan, titanium, zirconia, and hydroxyapatite nanoparticles before and after artificial aging.

2025, International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Oral health care is the foundation upon which preventive evaluation and dental care must be built to enhance the opportunity for life free of preventable and oral diseases. The purpose of the study was to determine the oral health care and disease prevention among the Tiruvannamalai population. Selfadministered questions were prepared. The questions were distributed in google forms, and 100 participants participated. The data was entered and statistically analysed. In this study, 88% maintain oral health as an integral part of our everyday practice. 65.1% maintain good oral health by using a toothbrush and paste, and 11% are lossing their teeth daily. 33% are cleaning the teeth to prevent dental disease. Within the limitations of the study, we can conclude that oral health knowledge among the Tiruvannamalai Population was considerably lower than what would be expected. Still, they showed a positive attitude toward oral healthcare.

2025, International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Oral health care is the foundation upon which preventive evaluation and dental care must be built to enhance the opportunity for life free of preventable and oral diseases. The purpose of the study was to determine the oral health care and disease prevention among the Tiruvannamalai population. Self - administered questions were prepared. The questions were distributed in google forms, and 100 participants participated. The data was entered and statistically analysed. In this study, 88% maintain oral health as an integral part of our everyday practice. 65.1% maintain good oral health by using a toothbrush and paste, and 11% are flossing their teeth daily. 33% are cleaning the teeth to prevent dental disease. Within the limitations of the study, we can conclude that oral health knowledge among the Tiruvannamalai Population was considerably lower than what would be expected. Still, they showed a positive attitude toward oral healthcare.

2025, Brazilian Dental Science

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate a Y-TZP ceramic sintered by a microwave protocol on volume shrinkage and surface roughness. Material and Methods: Twenty four (N=24) Y-TZP discs were fabricated by milling in CAD/CAM for size standardization. The mean final dimensions of the specimens were 15 mm X 1.6 mm. Samples were divided into 2 groups (n=12): conventional resistive heating sintering protocol (C - Control) and microwave sintering protocol (MO - experimental). For the characterization of the specimens, surface roughness (Ra and Rz parameters) was evaluated with a roughness tester, and volume shrinkage was measured with a hand micrometer. Data were statistically evaluated by Student’s t and Mann-Whitney U tests (?=0.05). Results: The roughness results were: 0.25 ?m ± 0.02 (Ra) and 2.68 ?m ± 0.666 (Rz) for the MO samples; 0.26 ?m ± 0.04 (Ra) and 2.73 ?m ± 0.461 (Rz) for the C group (Ra: p = 0.19; Rz: p = 0.81). The shrinkage results was: MO (21.02% ± 2.70) and C (20....

2025, Dental Materials

Purpose/aim: To evaluate percentile of e.max CAD particle sizes using imaging capabilities after six surface modifications for bonding purposes. Materials and methods: Four crystalized e-max CAD plates (10 × 10 × 1 mm) were sandblasted with aluminum oxide 50 m. Each sample had tapes placed on one of the surfaces dividing it into six equals zones. Each zone then etched

2025, Dental Materials

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2025, RGO - Revista Gaúcha de Odontologia

Objective Evaluate the influence of silane heat treatment in bond durability between two resin cements and CAD/CAM feldspathic ceramic. Methods 40 feldspathic ceramic blocks were obtained, and were duplicated in microhybrid composite. All ceramic blocks were etched with 10% hydrofluoric acid for 20 s and received application of silane agent. The blocks were randomizedinto eight groups (n=5) according to the surface treatments and luting agents: P- Panavia F; PAg- Panavia F + Aging; HP- Heat Treatment + Panavia F; HPAg- Heat Treatment + Panavia F + Aging; R- RelyX ARC; Rag- RelyX ARC + Aging; HR- Heat Treatment + RelyX ARC; HRAg- Heat Treatment + RelyX ARC + Aging. The heat treatment was performed in furnace at 100 °C for 2 min. All blocks were cemented and cut to obtain samples with adhesive area of 1 mm2. Aging was performed with 10000 thermal cycles. The samples were subjected to microtensile bond strength test. Results The three-way ANOVA test revealed a significant interaction b...

2025

Tooth loss is quite common worldwide. For treating a lost tooth, treatments such as dental implants (most common worldwide), fillings (made up of inert dental material), dentures, etc. These techniques can restore all the functions of a normal tooth. But using dental tissues and other dental related materials are still a mystery to the dental world. Pubmed research revealed 117 relevant articles. Out of which a total of ‘33’ systematic reviews and their original citations were included in this review. Tooth regeneration is a very complicated process and needs more depth study on this topic. From many of the researches that were reviewed in this article it was seen that there were many new methods developed but none were approved for applying in real life. Tooth regeneration is a vast topic and requires a lot of knowledge to be understood. This study can be used as reference for future research. KEYWORD: Biomaterials, stem cells, tooth regeneration.

2025, International journal of scientific research

2025, International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry

Dermatoglyphics refers to study of the intricate dermal ridge configurations on the skin covering the palmar and plantar surfaces of hand and feet. The basis of considering dermatoglyphic patterns as genetic marker for dental caries is that the epithelium of finger buds as well as enamel has ectodermal origin, and both develop at the same time of intrauterine life. To assess the relationship between fingerprint patterns and dental caries among preschool children of Lucknow city. This study was of cross-sectional design. The study group comprised 512 preschool children 2-6 years of age. The prevalence of caries was recorded using "Dentition status and treatment needs" (WHO basic oral health assessment form, 1997). They were divided into three groups as follows: Group I (dmft score = 0-2), group II (dmft score = 3-4) and group III (dmft score ≥5). The handprints of each child were taken using a stamp pad. The fingertip patterns were analyzed according to the classical method...

2025, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial …

Natal teeth are defined as teeth that are present in the mouth at the time of birth, presence of which may interfere with breast feeding. Natal and neonatal teeth erupt commonly in the mandibular anterior region than in maxillary region. They are most commonly a part of deciduous dentition. The prevalence has been observed between 1 in 2000 to 3500 live births. Presence of natal tooth may lead to numerous complications. Hence the purpose of the present paper is to review and discuss its clinical features, complications and management.

2025, Journal of Orofacial Research

Aims and objectives: To evaluate the maxillary and mandibular morphology in different vertical facial types and to implicate the achieved results into diagnosis and treatment planning of patients requiring orthodontic treatment. The present study is conducted on a sample of 120 subjects comprising of 60 males and 60 females in the age range of 18 to 25 years. The lateral head cephalograms of the subjects were divided into three groups, i.e. group I (hypodivergent), group II (normodivergent) and group III (hyperdivergent) with regard to vertical facial type by using the following three parameters, i.e. SN-MP (facial divergence angle), overbite depth indicator (ODI) and Jarabak ratio or facial height ratio (FHR). Differences among the groups and between genders were assessed by means of variance analysis and Newman-Keuls post hoc test. Results: Maxillary and mandibular anterior alveolar and maxillary postalveolar height was found to be greater for hyperdivergent group in comparison to others. Hyperdivergent facial types posses long and narrow symphysis along with greater antegonial notch depth whereas hypodivergent showed an opposite tendency. Hyperdivergent facial types generally have a smaller maxillary area as compared to other facial types. However, total mandibular area does not vary among different vertical facial types. Sexual dichotomy was found with maxillary anterior alveolar and basal height, mandibular posterior alveolar and basal height, mandibular length, symphyseal depth, depth of the antegonial notch, symphyseal area and ext/total symphyseal area ratio. Vertical facial type may be related to the morphological and dentoalveolar pattern of both maxilla and mandible. Determination of this relationship may be of great help from diagnostic as well as therapeutic aspects of many vertical malocclusion problems.

2025, Journal of Orofacial Research

2025, World Journal of Dentistry

The endodontic triad consists of cleaning and shaping, disinfection and obturation. Success of root canal therapy in primary teeth is mainly achieved by thorough removal of debris and necrotic tissue. However, complete elimination of bacterial contaminants as well as necrotic debris require adjunctive use of root canal irrigants along with mechanical instrumentation. As we know from literature that none of the available irrigating solutions alone provides all the ideal requirements. Studies have shown that a combination of two or more irrigating solutions in a specific sequence will help to achieve optimal irrigation. This review article mainly highlights the mechanism of action, safety and biocompatibility of currently used irrigation solutions and also the other materials that can be used as a potent irrigants, their advantages and limitations in future of endodontics. How to cite this article Ramachandra JA, Nihal NK, Nagarathna C, Vora MS. Root Canal Irrigants in Primary Teeth. ...

2025, Journal of oral medicine, oral surgery, oral pathology and oral radiology

2025, International Journal of Medical and Biomedical Studies

There have been quite a few case reports of organic solvents accidentally being injected into the oral cavity during dental procedures. These solvents,which should be used with caution mostly are clear liquids which gets confused with local anesthetic solutions when not kept in proper container and thus accidents happen.There have been reports of sodium hypochlorite,chloroform being pushed as local anesthetic solution in the oral cavity.In a first of its kind report,here we discuss the accidental intra-oral injection of xylene being used for guttapercha solvent instead of local anesthetic agent and its management.

2025, Perspective on Integrative Medicine

Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) causes jaw pain, difficulty speaking/eating, and discomfort referred to the head, neck, and shoulders. Western treatments (anti-inflammatory drugs, opioids, muscle relaxants) may have side effects or may be unsuitable for older adults due to polypharmacy risks. Nonpharmacological options like physiotherapy and magnetic therapy are promising, but acupuncture, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, has gained attention for its efficacy. Traditional Chinese medicine attributes TMD to Qi stagnation, blood stasis, and pathogenic factors (cold, wind, dampness), leading to pain and stiffness. Acupuncture reduces pain, improves jaw mobility, and decreases joint noises, and has long-term benefits and low recurrence of TMD. Techniques like warm acupuncture and electroacupuncture lower inflammation and alleviate local/distal symptoms. This review compiles studies on acupuncture's role in TMD treatment (mono or combined therapy) and draws from Western and Chinese databases. Acupuncture offers a safe, effective alternative, particularly for patients where conventional drugs are unsuitable.

2025, Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences

Studies from all around the world have shown that healthcare professionals may encounter a number of obstacles to receiving dental care, which raises the prevalence of oral disorders in this population. In recent years, Pakistan has not done a national oral health assessment on the state of oral health among healthcare workers. Objective: To determine the oral health status of health care workers in tertiary care hospitals using Decayed, Missed, Filled tooth Index. Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted utilizing a simple random selection and 385 healthcare workers between the ages of 20-50 years. Healthcare workers were assessed in tertiary care hospitals, and information on caries and gingival health was gathered. For the oral examination, the standards and procedures of the WHO were applied. Results: Only 9.8% of the respondents were healthy and mean DMFT score came out to be 3.28 ± 1.12. Conclusions: Healthcare workers in tertiary have unsatisfactory dental pra...

2025, Medicentro

Las infecciones causadas por virus son frecuentes y su incidencia va en aumento; por ello se realiza un enorme esfuerzo investigador dirigido tanto a la prevención como a su tratamiento. Se realizó una investigación experimental en el Policlínico "Chiqui Gómez Lubián" de marzo del año 2001 a marzo de 2002, con el propósito de determinar la eficacia de la acupuntura como modalidad terapéutica en el herpes zoster. Se estudió una muestra compuesta por 64 pacientes elegidos de forma aleatoria sistemática, se les aplicó tratamiento durante 10 días y se anotaron sus resultados en una tarjeta individual. La información fue procesada mediante análisis porcentual. Con la terapia se obtuvieron resultados favorables en el 95,3 % de los casos, el 4,69 % no se recuperó en 10 días (tres pacientes), por lo que concluimos que la acupuntura es una modalidad terapéutica eficaz en esta afección.

2025

Introduction : Extraction is considered to be one of the last treatment options for an affected tooth if there are no means of saving it. Some of the reasons for removing the tooth can be extensive caries, orthodontics & periodontal purpose, impacted teeth and failed endodontic treatment. Failed root canal treatments can be accompanied by swelling or pain in the affected tooth. Aim : The aim of the study was to assess the frequency and association of Transalveolar extractions of failed root canal treated molars among patients reported to Saveetha. Matrials and methods : Patients referred to OMFS department of Saveetha Dental College with failed RCT molar teeth for extraction between June 2010 to April 2020 were taken into this study. The case reports of patients were obtained by reviewing their case sheets and were tabulated in excel. The data analysis was done using SPSS software and the output was generated as bar charts. Results : Mandibular molars were prone for transalveolar ex...

2025, Jurnal Health Sains

The health problem that is often experienced by adolescents is dental and oral hygiene, RISKESDAS data for 2018, 57.6% of Indonesian people have dental and oral health problems. Gingival problems are common in adolescents. Lack of dental and oral hygiene causes gingival inflammation. Plaque, bacteria, and calculus that accumulate on the tooth surface are the main causes of periodontal disease. Early detection that is carried out independently as well as providing solutions for prevention and treatment to patients is very necessary. Media that is currently developing among adolescents is technology-based media which is increasingly creative and can be a solution for preventing dental disease. Proving appropriate information technology-based educational videos and their effective application to changes in gingival health status in adolescents. The research method used is Research and Development (RnD) with Quasy Experiment pre-test post-test control group design. Educational video bas...

2025, International journal of innovation and scientific research

The aging of the society goes together with the rising of the number of the edentulous people and so with the wearing of removable prosthesis Our study is an epidemiologic descriptive type having collected 1313 patients, carried out over a period going from December 2nd, 2012 to June 28th, 2014 at the university hospital center of odontostomatology of Bamako. The aim of our study, is to analyze the increasing number of edentulous people observed and its link to sociodemographic factors and life quality, among a population consulting for a removable prosthesis. Methods: we conducted an epidemiologic descriptive study from December 2 nd 2012 to October 28 2014. We enrolled 1313 patients Using questionnaires and the variables studied were gender, age, occupation, level of education, reason for consultation, causes of edentulism, types of edentulousness, wearing of prosthesis. The statistical analysis of the data was carried out with the software SPSS N ° 12 French version. Statistical calculations were performed with Pearson's Chi2 with a risk α ≤ 0.05%. Results: In the population involved, the female gender accounted for 60.6% with a sex ratio of 0.65. Removable prosthetic rehabilitation mainly concerned young adults aged 25-34 (20.2%). Dental pain was the main reason for consulting patients with 52.9% of cases. Dental caries and its complications were the main cause of toothlessness with 69.8% of cases. There was a significant statistical link between the reason for consultation (dental pain or aesthetics) and the occupation of housewives (P≤ 0.05 Chi2 validated). Restoration of function concerned the retired people. There was a significant statistical relationship between age groups 25-34 years and partial edentulousness (P≤0.05 Chi2 validated) as well as between total edentulism and age group 75 years and over (P ≤ 0.05 Chi2 validated). Edentulous patients who never had a denture accounted for 89.0% of cases. Conclusion: A large part of the population had incomplete dentition. Our study showed descriptively a predominance of female sex with 60.6%. The most represented age group was 25-34 years old with 20.2%. Dental pain was the main reason of consultation with 52.9%. Edentation is still a real problem in our society.

2025

The incidence of buccofacial manifestations of systemic sclerosis and their impact on patients’ quality of life are often underestimated. We present the case of a 68-year-old female patient with significant microstomia that was impeding her oral hygiene care and feeding. Considering the absence of a generally agreed treatment and the wish of the patient to benefit from a quick safe and mini-invasive treatment we purpose perioral injections of PRP at the rate of one session per month. After one and a half years of treatment, we obtained an improvement in interlabial distance with improvement in the MHISS score (42 to 10), significant weight gain and an improved Rodnan score (3 to 1). Given these encouraging results, we decided to conduct a feasibility study, currently underway.

2025, Revista de estudios extremeños

2025, Brazilian Journal of Health Review

RESUMO Escovas de dentes são essenciais para uma adequada higiene bucal e devem ser acessíveis a toda a população, independentemente do nível socioeconômico. Esses produtos precisam ter boa qualidade e garantir que o consumidor tenha... more

2025, International journal of scientific research

Caries detection followed by its treatment had been an integral part of dentistry. Beside periodontal diseases, caries are also a chronic disease which causes tooth loose. Caries are dened as a multifactorial microbial infectious disease characterized by demineralization of inorganic and destruction of organic structure of the tooth. It is complex and dynamic process as it involves multiple factors that 1 inuence as well as initiate the progress of disease . Diagnosis is derived from Greek word dia which means ''through'' and gnosis which means ''knowledge''. Diagnosis can sometimes be a complicated procedure as it involve more than just detecting lesions.

2025, Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology

Background Seafarers play an important role in the transmission of communicable diseases. The aim of the present study is to draw information and identify possible gaps on occupational health practices related to seafarers sailing on ships within the European Union Member States (EU MS) with focus on communicable diseases. Methods A structured questionnaire was sent to competent authorities from 21 EU MS. The questionnaire included questions about occupational health policies, medical certification of seafarers, communicable diseases reporting and relevant legislation. Descriptive analysis of the data was conducted by the use of Epi Info software: EU MS were categorized in four priority groups (A, B, C, D) based on: number of passenger ships visits, volume of passengers, and number of ports in each country. Moreover, EU MS were categorized to old and new, based on the date of entry in the EU. Results All 21 countries with relevant competent authorities responded to the questionnaire...

2025

Finite element techniques have gained, in the last decade, increasing attention by the health-related professionals, and in particular by the dentistry community. The use of finite element modeling for prediction of temperature distribution, adhesive cohesion, and stress-strain behavior of human teeth and implants is undoubtedly one of the most promising fields of research in dentistry, and also an important field for the finite element professional. In order to generate a finite element mesh it is necessary to obtain an accurate description of the geometrical properties of a solid specimen, which should include even the physical properties of each constitutive material. Since teeth have a quite irregular shape and are composed of different constitutive materials, it was necessary to develop a methodology for automatically (or semi-automatically) generating these geometrical descriptions. Radiology, tomography, and destructive testing (by progressive wear) were implemented and the b...

2025

Head and neck cancer is the sixth most common cancer worldwide, with 686,328 new cases per year. Most head and neck cancers are squamous cell carcinomas of the oral cavity and oropharynx, and are burdened by high mortality (50% at 5 years from diagnosis), notwithstanding recent progress in treatment methods. The vast majority of oro-pharyngeal cancers are late diagnosed, with significant adverse effects on cure, morbidity and prognosis. There is general consensus that earlier diagnosis contributes to better outcome measures. Current diagnostic standards consist of clinical examination and surgical biopsy, which are associated with delayed presentation, diagnosis and greater mortality. There is an unmet need for effective diagnostic techniques to aid early identification of cancers. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is one of a number of non-invasive real-time imaging systems, introduced during the last two decades aiming to provide tissue information similar to conventional histopa...

2025, Minerva stomatologica

2025

Introduction: Oral Submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is well recognized as one of the most common potentially malignant disorder of the oral mucosa in India related to chewing of areca nut products and characterized by mucosal rigidity of varying intensity caused by fibroelastic changes of the juxta – epithelial layer, resulting in a progressive inability to open the mouth. Ultrasonography (USG) is a non-invasive diagnostic modality commonly used for soft tissue pathology. It is considered as a form of “real time” imaging. Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of ultrasonography (USG) as a non invasive tool in assessing the severity of oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF). Materials and Methods: The submucosal thickness in buccal mucosa was measured using ultrasound (6-13 MHz) in 50 subjects comprising 25 OSMF cases and 25 controls. Results: Results were analysed by one way analysis of variance, chi-square test, Pearson correlation and t-test. As the stages of OSMF advanced, an increase in submucosal thi...

2025

In the present in vitro study, we evaluated the adhesion of an injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) to laser-textured zirconia surfaces and their resultant friction behavior against bone tissue. Three types of zirconia surfaces were compared regarding the i-PRF coating effects: 1) grit blasted with 250-μm spherical alumina particles and acid etched with 20% hydrofluoric acid (ZLA), 2) laser textured with a random (RD) surface pattern, or 3) laser textured with a designed pattern based on 16 lines and 8 passages (L16N8). The coefficient of friction (COF) of the specimens was assessed on a reciprocating sliding pin-on-plate tribometer at 1-N normal load, 1 Hz, and a 2-mm stroke length. Sliding wear tests were carried out against bovine femoral bone tissue in 0.9% sodium chloride solution at room temperature. Surfaces were then assessed by scanning electron microscopy. COF mean values for test groups (0.35, ZLA; 0.45, L16N8) were lower when compared with the control groups (0.52, ZLA; 0.60, L16N8), with the exception of the RD group (0.47, test; 0.43, control). Results did not show significant differences in COF mean values between RD and L16N8 surfaces after coating with i-PRF. The 3-dimensional fibrin network embedded with leukocytes, platelets, and red blood cells was responsible for decreasing COF mean values over the zirconia surfaces, thus providing a lubricant effect. Also, the morphologic aspects of the laser-treated zirconia surfaces increased the adhesion of the platelet-rich fibrin, which could speed up the osseointegration process of zirconia implants.

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This article mainly concerns with mathematical modeling in medicine. There is one area in medicine namely pharmacy-kinetics which have already been mathematic zed. There are large areas in medical science which are not amenable to mathematical treatment, and modeling constantly endeavor to widen the areas to which mathematical techniques can be applied for gaining a better insight, and help deepen our understanding of those areas which have already been mathematic zed. The skills needed to be successful in applying mathematics are quite different from those needed to understand concepts, to prove theorems or to solve equations. The difficulty is not in learning and understanding the mathematics involved but in seeing where and how to apply it. In this paper an attempt is made to demonstrate the essentials of mathematical modeling without going deep in to the details on specialized topics.

2025, JURNAL ABDIMAS KESEHATAN TERPADU

Emergency dental issues such as throbbing toothaches, dental trauma (fractures, dislodgment from the gums), teeth pierced by orthodontic wires, and wires from dental braces causing injuries by piercing the gums, are some of the health problems that can result in prolonged suffering for those experiencing them. Therefore, there is a need for increased knowledge to provide first aid before visiting a dentist. Collaborative efforts between medical professionals, alumni, and professional students from the Faculty of Dentistry at Trisakti University conducted an activity involving education for the adolescent community at the Integrated Child-Friendly Public Space (RPTRA) in Kayu Mas, East Jakarta, on March 16, 2023. Before and after the distribution of education, pre and post-tests were conducted, showing significant improvements in knowledge regarding dental emergencies. The conclusion drawn from this activity underscores the importance of knowing the initial steps to handle dental emergencies in order to receive appropriate medical care.

2025, Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine

Background: Dental and oral health problems occur in all age groups, including the elderly. Dental caries is one of thedental and oral health problems. An epidemiological study reported that 83.5% out of 91 elderly respondents did nothave a routine dental check-up. The data concluded that those who routinely have dental check-up had a lower cariesrisk than the others. The public health centre did not have data about the total of elderly visitors in the dental poly unit.The BULAN KESGILUT book aimed to help to monitor dental and oral health status in the elderly. Purpose: To helpthe dental poly and elderly visitors to have medical records related to dental and oral health using BULAN KESGILUTbook. Methods: The program adopted an indirect health education method involving cadres and dentists from the publichealth centre. The counselling was done by group. The lecture consisted of dental and oral health material printed inthe BULAN KESGILUT book. We have then informed the dentists on h...

2025, International journal of scientific research

The aim of endodontic therapy is the debridement of all vital or necrotic tissue, microorganisms, and their products from the root canal system. This may be accomplished by chemomechanical debridement of root canal. However, irregular and oval canalcross-sections, accessory canals, isthmuses, fins, curves and apical delta make chemomechanical debridement difficult. Thus irrigation of root canal system becomes very essential. Various irrigants and irrigation systems have been introduced. This review article features the newer advances in irrigation systemsfor better debridement of complex root canal system.

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The present case report demonstrates the use of intracanal medicament of calcium hydroxide and 2% chlorhexidine for the treatment of nonsurgical healing of a large periapical lesion of a patient who was unable to report back for completion of treatment ; but despite of it showed healing of the lesion and tooth remaining largely asymptomatic even after 10 months of initiation of treatment. Keywords–calcium hydroxide, chlorhexidine, healing, non-surgical root canal treatment, periapical lesion, --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Date of Submission: 30-12-2018 Date of acceptance: 15-01-2019 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

2025, Asian Journal of Basic Science & Research

2025, Journal of Research in Medical and Dental Science

Artificial organs are manmade organ devices that are implanted in human living tissue to replace a natural organ when there is a necessity to perform a specific function. The main aim of this study was to assess the awareness about the risk factors and complications in artificial organ transplants among college students. A self-structured questionnaire was circulated among college students through online google forms link. The responses were collected, and the results were statistically analysed in SPSS software. The results were represented in the form of pie charts and graphs. Results and conclusion: Majority of the survey population are aware that there are artificial organs engineered. They also think artificial organs can be as effective as natural organs and they may also have some side effects. Hence the awareness and knowledge about artificial organs is assessed. This survey may bring out changes in the field of organ transplants in the future.

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Prevalence and severity of dental disease vary from individual to individual and is affected by age, gender, education, and socioeconomic status.Most oral diseases, like most chronic pathologies in general, are causally related to lifestyle.Oral hygiene maintenance is an important factor in a person’s life. It helps in maintaining durability and function of our teeth. Oral health knowledge is considered to be an essential prerequisite for health-related behavior. Sri Lanka, a country with a 22 million population, requires an awareness of oral hygiene practices to have a healthy population.The aim of the study is to know the oral hygiene practices among jewellers in Srilanka. A cross sectional survey was initiated from a randomly chosen population of 100 jewellers in Sri Lanka from different districts. Out of the 100 samples all were males. The survey was conducted online using survey planet online survey tool. The survey instrument used was a pretested questionnaire comprising 10 qu...

2025, Journal of Research in Medical and Dental Science

Career selection is one of many important choice’s students will make in determining future plans. This decision will have a great impact over their lives throughout. “Work is one of our greatest blessings. Everyone must have an honest occupation”. Many high schools are devoting more resources to improving student awareness of education. The aim of the present study is to create awareness about pursuing a career among high school students. A questionnaire containing 10 questions was made and then circulated on an online platform. The questions are close ended type mostly. The data collection software used is survey planet. The survey was answered by 101 people. The results are converted into graphical form for easy understanding as follows. The collected data was represented in the form of pie charts. The statistical software used is SPSS software. Most respondents were aware on the various factors that affect their career choice.