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View article: Photodynamic Therapy versus Surgery in Management of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Comparative Study
Photodynamic Therapy versus Surgery in Management of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Comparative Study Open
A BSTRACT Introduction: “Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC)” is one of the most common malignancies of the oral cavity, often requiring aggressive surgical intervention. “Photodynamic therapy (PDT)” has emerged as a minimally invasive tre…
View article: Benign Mixed Tumour Diagnosed over Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy: A Case Report
Benign Mixed Tumour Diagnosed over Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy: A Case Report Open
Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) accounts for 50-70% of all salivary gland neoplasms. As the name suggests, it shows varied histological morphology. This entity accounts for about 65% of all salivary gland tumours and is well known for its excepti…
View article: Use of Oral Rub and Rinse Technique for Oral Cancer Screening: Results from a Community-based Program in an LMIC
Use of Oral Rub and Rinse Technique for Oral Cancer Screening: Results from a Community-based Program in an LMIC Open
The present study highlights the usefulness of the ORR technique as an effective tool in population-based oral cancer screening programs. Further, the cells obtained from ORR are an excellent source of DNA and can potentially identify gene…
View article: Comparative Analysis of Periapical Healing and Periodontal Health in Endodontically Treated Teeth with Different Obturation Techniques
Comparative Analysis of Periapical Healing and Periodontal Health in Endodontically Treated Teeth with Different Obturation Techniques Open
A BSTRACT Background: The goals of endodontic therapy are to eradicate infection and encourage periapical tissue repair. The treatment’s outcome may be greatly impacted by the obturation method used. Materials and Methods: Ninety patients …
View article: Perception Towards the COVID-19 Vaccine Among the Paramedical Staffs
Perception Towards the COVID-19 Vaccine Among the Paramedical Staffs Open
Introduction Broad access to efficacious immunizations is important for mitigating the COVID-19 pandemie. Healthcare personnel, particularly paramedical workers, may be more susceptible to infection during the covid pandemic due to a varie…
View article: Importance of Tongue Manifestations in Iron Deficiency Anemia - A Case Report
Importance of Tongue Manifestations in Iron Deficiency Anemia - A Case Report Open
Tongue acts as a mirror reflecting the systemic health status of the body. Various systemic diseases including endocrinopathies, nutritional disorders, hematologic disorders, systemic infections can manifest signs and symptoms in the tongu…
View article: The adverse effects of mining pollutants on oral mucosa in Bellary district: A clinical and genotoxicity study
The adverse effects of mining pollutants on oral mucosa in Bellary district: A clinical and genotoxicity study Open
Background: The Bellary district in Karnataka, rich in mineral resources, is a major mining industry, but prolonged exposure to mining can lead to health hazards. The study aims to assess the genotoxic impact of mining pollutants on mine w…
View article: Herpes simplex virus: A case report and review of literature
Herpes simplex virus: A case report and review of literature Open
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a double-stranded DNA virus that exists in two forms- HSV 1 and HSV 2. Oral herpetic lesions are typically caused by HSV-1. In the oral cavity, they are known to cause painful lesions that most commonly involv…
View article: Plastination - A method for preservation of oral hard and soft tissue biopsy specimen v/s the conventional method of preservation with formalin
Plastination - A method for preservation of oral hard and soft tissue biopsy specimen v/s the conventional method of preservation with formalin Open
Context: Plastination is one of the most advanced method for preserving perishable biological specimen as well as tissue samples as for a longer period of time using polymers. Aims: To evaluate the changes in dimension of hard and soft tis…
View article: Sialolith with Sialadenitis: A Case Study and a Proposal of a Diagnostic Algorithm
Sialolith with Sialadenitis: A Case Study and a Proposal of a Diagnostic Algorithm Open
Sialolithiasis along with sialadenitis is one of the commonly occurring salivary gland disorders. Sialadenitis is an inflammatory disease of the salivary glands. It usually occurs insidiously causing pain to the patient and may lead to dev…
View article: Recurrent osteoma of the mandible: A rare case report
Recurrent osteoma of the mandible: A rare case report Open
Osteomas are well-defined osteogenic benign and slow-growing lesions pervaded by proliferation of mature cancellous or compact bone. Osteomas are often undetected until the patient experiences facial disfigurement with functional difficult…
View article: Surgical Protocols before and after COVID-19—A Narrative Review
Surgical Protocols before and after COVID-19—A Narrative Review Open
The COVID-19 epidemic has affected not only people’s daily lives but also the working methods of clinicians, surgical procedures, open/minimally invasive procedures, operating room management, patient and healthcare worker safety, educatio…
View article: Ameloblastoma–A rigorous odontogenic tumours of the jaws
Ameloblastoma–A rigorous odontogenic tumours of the jaws Open
Background: Ameloblastoma is an aggressive odontogenic tumor that is often asymptomatic and slow-growing. Although it is benign in nature, due to its invasive characters and tendency to recur it is considered as a localized malignant tumou…
View article: Effectiveness of a New Technique for Oral Cancer Screening – A Pilot Study
Effectiveness of a New Technique for Oral Cancer Screening – A Pilot Study Open
Introduction: Screening programs with the use of specific diagnostic tools in asymptomatic patients are useful in identifying suspicious oral lesions and aid in the early diagnosis of oral cancer. The objective of the present study was to …
View article: Analysis of collagen fibers in human gingival tissues using picrosirius red stain under polarized microscope
Analysis of collagen fibers in human gingival tissues using picrosirius red stain under polarized microscope Open
Collagen fibers showed birefringence property when stained with PRS that helps in a better understanding of normal and pathological conditions.
View article: Self Reported Experiences of Interns’ Regarding Oral Cancer Detection: A Questionnaire Survey
Self Reported Experiences of Interns’ Regarding Oral Cancer Detection: A Questionnaire Survey Open
Aim:To determine theself-reported knowledge and experiences regarding oral cancer detection among dental interns relatingto the etiology, risk factors and signs of oral cancer. Materials &Method:A cross-sectional survey was carried out usi…
View article: Blindness to the Dental Needs of Children with Visual Impairments: Caregiver's Perspectives on Traumatic Dental Injuries
Blindness to the Dental Needs of Children with Visual Impairments: Caregiver's Perspectives on Traumatic Dental Injuries Open
Aim: To evaluate the prevalence of traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) among children with visual impairment in residential schools of Bengaluru, Karnataka, and the dental perceptions of parents/caregivers on its management.Materials and meth…
View article: Paediatricians Perceptions towards the Use of Sweetened Liquid Medications and its Relationship to Oral Health of Children
Paediatricians Perceptions towards the Use of Sweetened Liquid Medications and its Relationship to Oral Health of Children Open
BACKGROUNDOral liquid medications (syrups) are widely prescribed in children for better compliance.But, certain inactive agents that are added in paediatric liquid medications can injure the dental tissues and when used routinely over long…
View article: Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis in a 5-Year-Old Girl: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis in a 5-Year-Old Girl: A Case Report and Review of Literature Open
Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is an uncommon hematological disorder affecting infants and young children. LCH is a rare disorder of the reticuloendothelial system associated with proliferation of Langerhans cells and mature eosinophi…
View article: IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL STUDY OF SYNDECAN-1 EXPRESSION IN DIFFERENT HISTOLOGICAL SUBTYPES OF AMELOBLASTOMA AND ODONTOGENIC KERATOCYSTS
IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL STUDY OF SYNDECAN-1 EXPRESSION IN DIFFERENT HISTOLOGICAL SUBTYPES OF AMELOBLASTOMA AND ODONTOGENIC KERATOCYSTS Open
BACKGROUNDAssessment of cell proliferation activity in tumours has emerged as a common tool used by histopathologists to gain useful information for predicting the behaviour of tumours and their likelihood of local recurrence, metastatic p…
View article: Targeted Screening Programme For Early Detection Of Oral Malignant And Potentially Malignant Lesions Using The Oral Rub And Rinse Technique Among Truck Drivers in Dakshina Kannada District − A Cross-Sectional Study
Targeted Screening Programme For Early Detection Of Oral Malignant And Potentially Malignant Lesions Using The Oral Rub And Rinse Technique Among Truck Drivers in Dakshina Kannada District − A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Introduction: Early detection of oral malignant and potentially malignant disorders is very important in reducing morbidity and mortality. Truck drivers are transport workers who transport goods over long distances in trucks are at a very …
View article: Tetrad presentation of non-syndromic odontogenic keratocyst:An uphill diagnostic and therapeutic challenge
Tetrad presentation of non-syndromic odontogenic keratocyst:An uphill diagnostic and therapeutic challenge Open
Odontogenic keratocyst (OKC), in the last decade sceptically referred to as keratocystic odontogenic tumor (KCOT), is known for its subclinical extensive growth potential and significant rate of recurrences. Odontogenic keratocyst, being t…
View article: KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ORAL CANCER AMONG THE RURAL POPULATION IN INDIA
KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ORAL CANCER AMONG THE RURAL POPULATION IN INDIA Open
BACKGROUNDOral Cancers (OCs) are the cancers of the oral cavity and oropharynx having high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide.Early detection and treatment are the key to reduce this burden of disease, for which people need to be awar…
View article: Intramuscular hemangioma of masseter muscle: A report of unique case
Intramuscular hemangioma of masseter muscle: A report of unique case Open
BACKGROUND AND AIM: Even though hemangiomas are prevalent tumors in the region of head and neck, they are comparatively rare inside the mouth and less frequently detected by dental professionals. Therefore, the aim of this case report is t…
View article: Manifestation of intra-oral Herpes zoster in hard palate without cutaneous involvement
Manifestation of intra-oral Herpes zoster in hard palate without cutaneous involvement Open
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View article: Accidental ingestion of mouth mirror head- Unforeseen experience in dental practice
Accidental ingestion of mouth mirror head- Unforeseen experience in dental practice Open
Iatrogenic accidents during routine clinical procedures are unpredictable and can occur at times regardless of all the possible precautions taken.Ingestion of foreign bodies has been worldwide health problem in all branches of dentistry si…
View article: Bilateral lobular capillary- The aberrant twins
Bilateral lobular capillary- The aberrant twins Open
Lobular capillary haemangioma is a common tumor-likegrowth of the oral cavity or skin that is considered tobe nonneoplastic in nature.Clinically it may appear alarming as a rapidly growing exophytic lesion.Within the oral cavity it shows a…
View article: Oral mucocele or mucous escape reaction an obstructive disorder: A report of 2 cases
Oral mucocele or mucous escape reaction an obstructive disorder: A report of 2 cases Open
The mucous escape reaction or Mucocele as it is called is a salivary gland lesion of traumatic origin which is formed when the main duct of a minor salivary gland is torn with subsequent extravasation of the mucus into the fibrous connecti…