A fibrotic and possibly cancerous condition of the oral cavity is called oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF). The areca nut's function in the pathophysiology of OSMF and its prevalence in the Southeast Asian population is well established. However , research into the risk factors and demographics of those afflicted is required to comprehend the pathogenesis of the illness. Therefore , the current retrospective study aimed to evaluate the clinicopathological characteristics of OSMF. The current an
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Written by Nikolai V. Muravev
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
To identify the most cutting-edge and successful therapeutic approach for alveolitis, the review conducted a retrospective study of scientific publications devoted to clinical and experimental research on the use of various medications in the treatment of patients with this nosology for the years 2000–2020 . The electronic medical library eLIBRARY.RU, the PubMed medical publication database, and Google Scholar were used to select scientific literature. According to the literature, various preven
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Alpha-lipoic acid, beta-carotene, zinc, selenium, copper, lycopene, and alpha-tocopheryl acetate were all used in this study to investigate the effectiveness of multi-drug therapy in the treatment of oral submucous fibrosis. Group 1 included 46 patients with OSMF (inter-incisal opening > 35 mm), group 2 included 25-35 mm, and group 3 included 15-25 mm. Inter-incisal distance and burning sensation (as measured by the visual analogue scale) were determined before surgery and during the second mont
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Written by Galina Aytegovna Kotsoeva
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
Odontogenic inflammatory illnesses, which make up 26% of all inflammatory diseases, have remained the most common type of proinflammatory disorders of the maxillofacial region (MFO) in Russia throughout the past few decades. Phlegmons and abscesses can cause a lot of serious problems, so the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases remain important issues. The study aimed to develop new strategies for the treatment of inflammatory diseases using phyto-adaptogenic, and the results showed that an
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Written by Roxana Buzatu
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
A significant percentage of the general population suffers from a wide range of conditions called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Orofacial pain that intensifies with jaw movement is its defining feature. The diagnosis is strictly clinical. NSAIDs and self-care have played a major role in the treatment of this condition . Furthermore, since the condition is musculoskeletal in origin, botulinum injection has been suggested as a potential treatment option. Our goal was to examine the lite
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Written by Zeynep Betül Arslan
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
This study aims to investigate the reason for referral for cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) evaluation in a university-based setting, as well as the characteristics of the referring dentists. A total of 546 referral forms were selected using a systematic sampling method , and various factors including patient-related factors (age, gender) were recorded. The patients were 37.5 years old on average. Implant site evaluation was the most commonly reported reason for referral (46.7%), followed by
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Written by Ahmed K. El Sherif
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
This cross-sectional study investigated the linkages between oral health conditions, additional non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and overall health among women in rural areas of Tanzania. By conducting screenings at the community level, the research sought to uncover clustered vulnerabilities consistent with syndemic frameworks and to support the design of comprehensive, coordinated health services. During July 2023, a sample of 224 adult women was assembled through outreach programs in the vil
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Written by Felipe M. Torres
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
In the United States, unequal opportunities to obtain dependable oral health services appear at every period of life. The result is that individuals living in rural or chronically underserved regions face consistently worse oral health across all ages than those in areas with reliable dental care. Eliminating these patterns requires broad and targeted actions that operate across multiple spheres of influence throughout the lifespan and across generations, with the aim of ending the long-standing
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Written by Michael J. Harris
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
To create a novel multidimensional oral health indicator (MOHi) capable of determining and describing overall oral health conditions. MOHi was formulated using data from first-time attendees (N = 1,034) at a university dental service over an 18-month window. Participants completed the Oral Health Value Scale (OHVS), the Oral Health Impact Profile-14 (OHIP-14), and self-reported periodontal questionnaires. Caries experience was assessed via the Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) index, tog
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Written by Jonas K. Weber
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
Thorough preoperative preparation is a critical factor for successful orthognathic surgery outcomes. By applying different analytical approaches, dysgnathic regions can be accurately detected and specifically targeted during the planning phase. The Brons-Mulié soft-tissue analysis was applied to standardized profile photographs taken before and after orthognathic surgery. Achievement of normative values was regarded as evidence of restored facial harmony across the examined proportions. Direct c
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American Indian (AI) youth experience the greatest burden of dental decay among all racial groups, with rates of untreated caries four times higher than those of white children. The Great Beginnings for Healthy Native Smiles project (NIDCR U01DE028508), a community-driven oral health initiative, integrated culturally relevant educational tools with adapted motivational interviewing (MI) strategies to encourage at-home oral health practices. m Local staff members from two collaborating Indigenous
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Written by Thomas K. Nguyen
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
This work sought to construct and assess an artificial intelligence workflow that merges object-detection and image-classification models to support early recognition and distinction of oral lesions. A retrospective cross-sectional design was applied, using clinical photographs of oral potentially malignant disorders and oral squamous cell carcinoma. The primary dataset consisted of 773 images from the Faculdade de Odontologia de Piracicaba, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (FOP-UNICAMP), and a
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Written by Alessandro Conti
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
Repeated episodes that limit oral function intensify anxiety, depressive symptoms, and declines in oral health–related quality of life (OHRQoL) among individuals with Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS). Yet, the precise contributors to these psychological burdens and OHRQoL reductions are still not fully clarified.This study sought to measure psychological distress and OHRQoL impairment in people with RAS and to determine adjustable risk factors underlying these declines to guide focused interv
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Written by David L. Brown
Published on Vol 1 , 2021
This work set out to determine how oral-health–related knowledge, attitudes, and day-to-day practices (KAP) influence the oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Between July 2023 and July 2024, a cross-sectional investigation was carried out in primary health facilities across the West Bank. Using cluster sampling from three geographic zones, a convenience group of adults 40 years or older with confirmed T2DM was selected. Info
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