Laser Use for Various Conservative and Endodontic Procedures - A Review
With the faster developing laser technology, new lasers with a broad range of characteristics are now available and being applied in various branches of dentistry. The aim of this article is to give an overview of the current and future clinical uses of lasers in endodontics, including their use in relieving dentinal hypersensit.. Read More
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Validating Antibacterial Efficacy of Essential Oils Combinations against Dental Caries Pathogens
Aim: To study the antibacterial efficacy of combination of essential oils (EOC) consisting of Clove oil, Cinnamon oil, Turmeric oil and Neem oil against dental caries pathogens S. mutans and L. acidophilus with different concentrations and at different time intervals. Material and Methods: Antibacterial efficacy of dental caries.. Read More
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Removal of 11 Laminate Veneers with Er-Yag Laser
Ceramic laminates are conservative aesthetic restorative procedures whose search has been increasing amongst patients in the last decades. However, this sort of procedure presents limited lifespan, considering the applied adhesive materials, the dentist’s applied technique, and patient care. Conventionally, for the debondi.. Read More
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Every Bone Has Its Tone: An OrthodontistâÂÂs Perception
Bone biology is a complex and vastly growing area of study. It brings together the traditional fields of anatomy, histology, physiology and biomechanics with the increasingly complex fields of molecular genetics. For clinicians like us who work with bone, developing a working knowledge on this topic is essential. Biomechanical m.. Read More
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Citric acid is an irrigation solution used in endodontic as a sodium hypochlorite adjuvant since it has a demineralizing action, which facilitates instrumentation in narrow or calcified canals and contributes to the elimination of dentine clay. In a statistical analysis, the response variables are those that best express the eff.. Read More
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Guided bone regeneration is a predictable method of augmenting horizontally deficient ridges with the use of barrier membranes and composite bone grafts. Periosteal pouch procedure has been used as a guided bone regeneration technique with periosteum used as a pouched barrier membrane to hold the bone graft in close proximity to.. Read More
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1st Dental Visit: An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth a Pound of Cure
Introduction: At the age of 1st year, the 1st dental visit to the pediatric dentist should arise. A regular 1st dental visit of a child to the clinic is a principal role of the children’s well-being which serves the level of the preventive side of dental care which child will earn so it will help in the upcoming oral healt.. Read More
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Maxillary impacted canines represent a common and challenging clinical situation. Fixed orthodontic treatment has been largely utilized but with the drawbacks of a prolonged treatment time and the possibility of intrusion of the adjacent teeth. Both of this inconvenience can be overcome through means of a skeletal anchorage. The.. Read More
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Intracanal Medicaments-Are their use advocated in Modern Endodontics: A Narrative Review
The main goal of an endodontic treatment is complete removal of bacteria, their byproducts and pulpal remnants from infected root canals and the complete sealing of disinfected root canals. Intracanal medicaments have been thought an important step in killing the bacteria in root canals; however, in modern endodontics, shaping a.. Read More
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Effect of Repeated Firings on Color Stability of Repaired Zirconia
Aim: The goal of this study was to investigate effect of repeated firings on color stability of repaired zirconia restorations. Materials and Methods: Eighty disc shaped (dimensions: 2 mm x 5 mm) zirconia samples were fabricated using CAD/CAM technology. The samples were randomly divided into two groups for two different intraor.. Read More
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Evaluation of Extrinsic Stain Removing Efficacy of Snowdent Whitening Multifunction Toothpaste
Aim: To clinically evaluate the extrinsic stain removing efficacy and any adverse effects of Snowdent whitening toothpaste and also to observe other benefits offered by the toothpaste during the course of the clinical study. Materials and methodology: This was a 6-week clinical study of systemically and periodontally healthy sub.. Read More
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Internal Root Resorption and the Application of MTA-Based Cement: Major Considerations
Background: Although internal root resorption does not have etiological agents clarified, it is correlated with infection and physical trauma. Objective: To carry out a literature search of clinical studies to emphasize the main considerations about the use of MTA based cement in internal root resorption endodontics. Methods: Fo.. Read More
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Knowledge and Attitude about Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) among Dental Interns
Aim: The aim of the present study was to assess the knowledge about Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) among dental interns. Materials and Methods: It was a questionnaire based study in which a self-made questionnaire comprising of sixteen, close ended questions was used. The questionnaire was validated by scientific review bo.. Read More
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Dental Concern of Children with Renal Diseases - A Narrative Review
Renal failure leads to a drop in glomerular infiltration rate which results in progressive hypertension, fluid retention and build-up of metabolites that are not excreted normally. Disorders of the kidneys can be classified into the following diseases or stages: disorders of hydrogen ion concentration (pH) and electrolytes, acut.. Read More
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Enterococcus faecalis in Endodontic Infections: The Ultimate Survivor
Enterococcus faecalis, a Gram positive facultative anaerobe is most commonly associated with failed endodontic treatment. Prevalence of E. faecalis is very high in asymptomatic, persistent endodontic infections. It plays a vital role in causing persistent periradicular lesions. It is one of most antibiotic resistant type of bact.. Read More
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Prevalence of Exostoses in Yucatan Maya Ascent Patients
The aim of this study is to define the Prevalence of exostoses in Yucatan Mayan ascent patients from the Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan (UADY) Dental Faculty, during a 3-month period. Yucatan is the state with highest Mayan ethnic concentration, characterized by a brachiocephalic-exostoses association. Bony asymptomatic anatomi.. Read More
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Magnification is the amplification of the real image of an object that allows a better visual acuity for the professional. It was considered a support applied in the health area, its use grew, gained significance in the dentistry field and promoted the improvement of operative techniques for a safer and more accurate procedure. .. Read More
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In recent years, it is required to train professional knowledge in higher education and foster the ability to be active as a generic skill called a generic skill. Although each ministry or agency defines this generic skill in various ways and advocates its necessity, it is an indispensable capability for dentists after graduatio.. Read More
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Study of Flexible and Rigid Removable Partial Prostheses Indications in Iraq
Esthetics of denture as defined by glossary of prosthodontics terms is "the effect produced by the prosthesis that affects the beauty and attractiveness of the person". When planning of treatment for patients with partial edentulous, the esthetics and masticatory function would be taken into consideration. Esthetic res.. Read More
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Power of Ancient Ayurvedic Plants in Treating Periodontal Infections an Holistic Approach - A Review
Oral diseases are one of the foremost necessary issues in developing countries, as public health demands are on the increase. Ayurveda is one such ancient Indian system of health-care and longevity. A number of plants are known to significantly delay the development of plaque, calculus, and caries as shown by many in vitro studi.. Read More
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