Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Enamel demineralization with resin modified gic an...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Enamel demineralization with resin modified gic an...: Background & Objectives: Fluoride releasing bonding agents can help the orthodontist to minimize enamel demineralization independent...

Enamel demineralization with resin modified gic and conventional composite resin - a comparative in vivo study

Background & Objectives: Fluoride releasing bonding agents can help the orthodontist to minimize enamel demineralization independent of patient cooperation. This in vivo study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of resin modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC) on reducing enamel demineralization around orthodontic brackets and confirm the superior caries-preventive effect of RMGIC by assessing the mutans streptococci (S. mutans) in plaque samples in vitro. Read more......

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Esthetic recovery of permanent Mandibular Lateral ...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Esthetic recovery of permanent Mandibular Lateral ...: Statement of the problem: Anterior tooth fracture, as a result of traumatic injuries, frequently occurs in dentistry. This leads to ne...

Esthetic recovery of permanent Mandibular Lateral Incisor using biological post after non-surgical healing of Periradicular Lesion: A Case Report

Statement of the problem: Anterior tooth fracture, as a result of traumatic injuries, frequently occurs in dentistry. This leads to necrosis of pulp and periapical pathology. The goal of endodontic and restorative dentistry is to retain natural teeth with maximum function and pleasing esthetics. 

Purpose of the study: This study aimed at proper reconstruction of extensively damaged teeth through the procedure known as “Biological Restoration.”
 
Materials and methods: Biological post obtained through natural, extracted teeth from another individual represents a low-cost option and alternative technique for the morphofunctional recovery of damaged anterior teeth that provides highly functional and esthetic outcomes. Read more........

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Bruxism: Its multiple causes and its effects on De...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Bruxism: Its multiple causes and its effects on De...: The rehabilitation of partially or completely edentulous patients with implant supported prostheses has been widely used, achieving high...

Bruxism: Its multiple causes and its effects on Dental Implants: A Review

The rehabilitation of partially or completely edentulous patients with implant supported prostheses has been widely used, achieving high success rates. However, many studies consider the presence of bruxism as a contraindication for this treatment modality. The purpose of this study was to review the literature and identify risk factors in implant supported rehabilitation planning in subjects with bruxism. The rehabilitation of bruxers using implant supported prostheses, using implants with adequate length and diameter, as well as proper positioning, seems to be a reliable treatment with reduced risks of failure. Bruxism control through the use of a night guard by rigid occlusal stabilization appliance, relieved in the region of implants, is highly indicated. Although it is clear that implant supported rehabilitation of patients with bruxism requires adequate planning and follow-up, well-designed randomized controlled trials are needed to provide reliable evidence on the long-term success of this treatment modality. Read more.......

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Clown language training in Dental education: Denta...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Clown language training in Dental education: Denta...: Clowning is a form of humour. It is an art form that invites play, interaction, and laughter. Clown Care is a programme in hospitals an...

Clown language training in Dental education: Dental Student’s Perspective

Clowning is a form of humour. It is an art form that invites play, interaction, and laughter. Clown Care is a programme in hospitals and medical centres involving visits from specially trained hospital clowns. Clowning helps patients to focus on something other than their illness. Olsson et al. and Spitzer suggested that clown care could create a warm climate, promote good interpersonal relationships, and relieve feelings of frustration, anxiety, or hostility. Hospital clowns work worldwide as a health humanization resort, providing interplay with patients, family and staff creating a positive emotional state that fosters affirmative environmental conditions. This type of activity varies greatly in terms of professionalism, accountability and artistic methods. Promotion of emotional and psychosocial well-being of patients transcends opportunities for oral health promotion activities in hospitals, schools and community. Previous research reports on clown training reflects attitude-building potential for the healthcare students provided that it is performed in a deep, essential, strict and continuous fashion in a facultative manner rather than mandatory allowing the student to build his own artistic, professional and personal path. Thus, the prospect of introducing training curriculum of this underrated non-technical skill for dental students in Indian dental education system needs to be harnessed. Read more.........

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: External Root Resorption associated with Impacted ...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: External Root Resorption associated with Impacted ...: The indications for impacted third molar extraction include the prevention of dental reabsorption on the adjacent tooth. Resorption can ...

External Root Resorption associated with Impacted Third Molars: A Case Report

The indications for impacted third molar extraction include the prevention of dental reabsorption on the adjacent tooth. Resorption can be classified as physiological (when deciduous teeth are exfoliated) or pathological (when caused by injury or irritation to the periodontal ligament). Many causes can trigger external root resorption (ERR), the most common cause of which is orthodontic forces. The most common cases of ERR involve impacted third molars which, due to the lack of space for their eruption, generate a greater chance of ERR on the distal portion of the second molar. This pathology is becoming progressively more frequent in clinical dental care. Periapical and panoramic radiographs are used to aid in diagnosis, as is cone beam computed tomography. In cone beam computed tomography scans, radiolucent areas with irregular gaps are detected; these gaps represent a significant loss of dental material. The objectives of this article were to report a case of second molar resorption triggered by an impacted third molar and to perform a review of the literature on the causes of external root resorption. Ideally, this information will aid dental clinicians (and orthodontists in particular) in understanding the features of this pathology so that they may recommend preventive third molar extraction when necessary. Read more...........

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Orthodontics Miniscrews to Correct an Anchorage Lo...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Orthodontics Miniscrews to Correct an Anchorage Lo...: The recent introduction of the miniscrew in orthodontics revolutionized the clinical and biomechanical approach of anchoring. Used as d...

Orthodontics Miniscrews to Correct an Anchorage Loss: Case Report

The recent introduction of the miniscrew in orthodontics revolutionized the clinical and biomechanical approach of anchoring. Used as direct or indirect anchoring, the orthodontic micro screws indications field is expanding due to their easy insertion, and their immediate loading ensuring an absolute anchoring. Our objective through this clinical case is to show the effectiveness of these miniscrews in the correction of the uncontrolled loss of anchoring. Read more........

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Visualization and Evaluation of Changes after Rapi...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Visualization and Evaluation of Changes after Rapi...: Objectives: The aim of the study was to develop a mathematical model for the visualization and evaluation of transversal palatal soft ...

Visualization and Evaluation of Changes after Rapid Maxillary Expansion

Objectives: The aim of the study was to develop a mathematical model for the visualization and evaluation of transversal palatal soft tissue changes; and to carry out a statistical evaluation of the changes in vertical and sagittal dimensions after rapid maxillary expansion treatment.

Material and Methods: 33 Caucasian children with posterior crossbite, 10 boys and 23 girls, aged 7 to 10 years (median 8 years 8 months) were treated with tooth-borne Haas type expander. Dental casts were digitalized by scanner and on the basis of quantitative mesh shape CPD-DCA analysis, coloured morphometrical maps were created. The statistical significance of individual vertex displacements was calculated by performing Hotelling’s T2 paired test. To determine the significance of the vertical and sagittal profile changes, the paired t-test and Wilcoxon signed rank test were carried out in 20 patients. Read more......

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Comparative Study of Enophthalmos Treatment with T...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Comparative Study of Enophthalmos Treatment with T...: Introduction: Several treatment options are available for the optimal treatment for orbital fractures, depending on aesthetic and functi...

Comparative Study of Enophthalmos Treatment with Titanium Mesh Combined with Absorbable Implant vs. Costochondral Graft for Large Orbital Defects in Floor Fractures

Introduction: Several treatment options are available for the optimal treatment for orbital fractures, depending on aesthetic and functional results after orbital wall reconstruction. The objective of this study is to compare the effect and safety of large orbital floor fractures with titanium mesh combined with poly-L-lactic acid/polyglycolic acid copolymer implants (Lactosorb®) vs. autologous costochondral graft. A wide range of permanent and biodegradable materials have been used successfully for orbital floor reconstruction, however they present with disadvantages for reconstruction of large defects, even if combined. Read more........

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Normal Value of Skull Base Angle Using the Modifie...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Normal Value of Skull Base Angle Using the Modifie...: Purpose: To determine the normal value of basal angle measured using the modified MR imaging technique in Thai population compared wit...

Normal Value of Skull Base Angle Using the Modified Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technique in Thai Population

Purpose: To determine the normal value of basal angle measured using the modified MR imaging technique in Thai population compared with the standard value obtained from the Western population.

Material and Methods: We retrospectively evaluated midline sagittal SE T1 weighted MR images in 200 adults and 50 children. The basal angle of the skull base was measured using the modified MR imaging technique described by Koenigsberg et al. The angle was formed by a line extending across the anterior cranial fossa to the tip of the dorsum sellae and another line drawn along the posterior margin of the clivus. The mean values of the basal angles among different age groups and sex were calculated and analyzed. Read more.......

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Evaluation of Horizontal Lip Position in Adults wi...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Evaluation of Horizontal Lip Position in Adults wi...: Aim : To evaluate sexual dimorphism in horizontal lip position in adults with different skeletal patterns. Material and Methods: The...

Evaluation of Horizontal Lip Position in Adults with Different Skeletal Patterns: A Cephalometric Study

Aim: To evaluate sexual dimorphism in horizontal lip position in adults with different skeletal patterns.

Material and Methods: The sample comprised of 120 patients (Females 18 years and above, Males 21 years and above) with no history of previous orthodontic treatment or functional jaw orthopaedic treatment. They were divided into different groups based on the ANB angle and gender. Group I and II included 30 males and 30 females with skeletal class I malocclusion (ANB 0-4 degree). Group III and IV included 30 males and 30 females with skeletal class II malocclusion respectively (ANB above 4 degree). Read more.........

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Promising Future in the Detection of Oral Cancer b...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Promising Future in the Detection of Oral Cancer b...: Oral cancer has a tendency to be detected at late stage which is detrimental to the patients because of its high mortality and morbidity...

Promising Future in the Detection of Oral Cancer by Using Advance Screening Technology

Oral cancer has a tendency to be detected at late stage which is detrimental to the patients because of its high mortality and morbidity rates (survival rate 15-50% [1]). The incidence of oral cancer worldwide is approximately 3% of all malignancies, thus creating a significant worldwide health problem [2]. The most common form of oral cancer is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), which accounts for 96% of all cancers of the oral cavity [3]. Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and oropharyngeal and pharyngeal SCC is the sixth most common malignancy in the world today [4]. Oral cancer has a mean survival rate of five years, which is much lower than other cancers [5]. Early detection will allow oral cancer to be 90% curable and less cost effective for treatment [6]. Read more.......

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Evaluation of ImageJ for Relative Bone Density Mea...

Journal of Oral Health and Craniofacial Science: Evaluation of ImageJ for Relative Bone Density Mea...: The main method for evaluation of healing processes of the jaws in oral and maxillofacial surgery are radiological diagnostics. Quantit...

Evaluation of ImageJ for Relative Bone Density Measurement and Clinical Application

The main method for evaluation of healing processes of the jaws in oral and maxillofacial surgery are radiological diagnostics. Quantitative description is possible by measuring the relative bone density, which puts the mean grey value of a certain area in relation to the surrounding bone tissue. In this research the intra- and interindividual variability is determined for this method and a standard operation procedure is elaborated. Read more.......

Infection Control Mechanisms Employed by Dental Laboratories to Prevent Infection of their Dental Technicians/Technologists

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the compliance to infection control of various dental laboratories in Durban.

Study design: This was a qualitative survey.

Setting: Dental laboratories in Durban area, South Africa.

Subject: Registered laboratory technicians.

Study methodology: Convenient random sampling method was used.

Results: There was poor compliance to infection control procedures by most dental laboratories. Majority, 66.67%, of the dental laboratories relied on dental clinics for disinfection of dental impressions; therefore, they did not disinfect the impressions. On the other hand, only 33.33% carried out disinfection of dental impressions on their own. A high number (53.3%) of the respondents had disinfection areas within their dental laboratories, 6.7% had no disinfection areas while 40% depended upon dental clinics for all disinfections. About 60% of the dental technicians had valid vaccinations against Hepatitis B Virus while 40% had no vaccination against HBV. Read more......