Written by Aravinthrajkumar Govindaraj
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
This study aims to explore and compare the in vitro effects of Citrullus lanatus rind and pulp extracts on Streptococcus mutans. The extracts were obtained from fresh watermelon and tested at 4 different concentrations: 25 microliter, 50 microliter, 100 microliter, and 150 microliter. Four wells on each of the four MHA plates inoculated with S. mutans were filled with the respective extracts, with two plates containing the varying concentrations of each extract. The plates were then incubated at
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Written by Rahul Mohandas
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
Determining the age of an individual plays an important role in confirming identity. Facial bones serve as key markers of maturation and provide valuable insights into growth-related transformations. These bones undergo continuous changes from prenatal development through adulthood and into old age. In addition, they exhibit high resistance to fire and decomposition, making them valuable in forensic investigations even after prolonged burial. When a complete adult skeleton is available, age and
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Written by Ahila Singaravel Chidambaranathan
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
This clinical study aimed to evaluate the effect of acupuncture therapy on pain associated with TMJ muscular disorder. A total of 15 participants, aged between 14 and 50 years, who experienced pain around the TMJ without any radiographic abnormalities, were included. The selected acupoints—Ting Hui, Ting Gong, Ermen, Fengchi, Baihui, and He Gu—were targeted using sterile 32-gauge, ½-inch stainless steel needles, which were manually inserted to depths ranging from 3 to 7 millimeters. The needles
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Written by Aada Soininen
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
This one-year prospective intervention study evaluated the influence of fermented lingonberry juice (FLJ) mouthwash on various salivary parameters. Twenty-five adults participated, using 10 mL of FLJ as a mouth rinse for 30 seconds daily over a six-month period, alongside their regular oral hygiene practices. Clinical oral examinations and sample collections were carried out at baseline, six months, and one year. Measurements included resting and stimulated salivary flow rates, resting saliva pH
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Written by Isabella Davis
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
Recent years have seen a major shift in how the role of dietary nitrates is perceived, following extensive debate. Traditionally, low-nitrate diets were recommended due to epidemiological data linking nitrate-rich foods with cancer risk. However, newer research indicates that dietary nitrate, once converted to nitrite by oral microbiota, serves as a vital alternative source for nitric oxide (NO) production—a key molecule involved in regulating blood pressure, defending against pathogenic bacteri
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Written by Marina Guseva
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
This study evaluated how maintaining a complete 360-degree socket-shield using the CastleWall Surgical Technique (CWST) affects the volumetric stability around immediate dental implants. In this retrospective study, 25 patients received a total of 31 immediate implants with the CWST. Pre-extraction and follow-up silicone impressions were digitized into STL files for volumetric analysis. The median follow-up duration was 14.2 ± 5.5 months. Measurements included tissue volume changes and gingival
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Written by Arjun Mehta
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on dental emergencies. A systematic literature review (PubMed/Scopus) was conducted to identify studies on COVID-19 and dental abscesses, alongside a retrospective cohort study analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data from patients admitted to our hospital’s emergency department for cervico-facial abscesses of dental origin. Thirteen studies were included in the review, examining the characteristics and management of denta
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Written by Elena Díaz
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
This investigation examined the clinical and radiographic outcomes of a newly designed triangular-neck implant in patients with partial tooth loss. Sixteen participants, averaging 58.3 years of age, received a total of 25 implants placed in healed sites of both the maxilla and mandible, with diameters of 3.3 mm and 3.9 mm. Evaluations were performed at the time of prosthetic placement, serving as baseline, and repeated after an average follow-up of 15.6 months. The main focus was on interproxima
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Written by Grzegorz Rutkowski
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
Traumatic injuries to teeth are a prevalent global health concern, with primary front teeth in young children being particularly susceptible. Early management is essential, as losing primary teeth prematurely can negatively impact both appearance and function. While extrusion, lateral luxation, and intrusion are the most frequently observed injuries, root fractures are relatively rare but may lead to extraction if not correctly identified and treated. Limited evidence exists regarding strategies
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Written by Guan Shu
Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
Emerging hypotheses suggest a potential connection between periodontitis and COVID-19, yet concrete evidence is scarce. This study aimed to explore whether periodontitis is linked to the severity of COVID-19. In this cross-sectional study, COVID-19 patients were classified into mild, moderate, and severe groups based on high-resolution chest CT (HRCT) severity scores. Comprehensive periodontal assessments—including plaque index (PI), bleeding on probing (BOP), probing depth (PD), gingival recess
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