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View article: Evaluation of the effect of temporomandibular joint disorders on craniocervical posture: A cross-sectional study
Evaluation of the effect of temporomandibular joint disorders on craniocervical posture: A cross-sectional study Open
Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of TMDs on craniocervical posture by assessing head–shoulder angle asymmetry and craniovertebral angle (CVA). Settings and Design: A cross-sectional study involving individuals with and…
View article: Comparative Evaluation of Ozone Water and Glutaraldehyde on Surface Detail Reproduction of Vinyl Polyether Silicone Impression Materials at Different Time Intervals
Comparative Evaluation of Ozone Water and Glutaraldehyde on Surface Detail Reproduction of Vinyl Polyether Silicone Impression Materials at Different Time Intervals Open
A BSTRACT Objective: The study aims to evaluate the impact of chemical disinfection using ozone water and glutaraldehyde on the surface detail reproduction (SDR) of vinyl polyether silicone (VPES) impression material at different time inte…
View article: Effect of silanization on shear bond strength between high translucency zirconia and resin cement
Effect of silanization on shear bond strength between high translucency zirconia and resin cement Open
Aim: This in-viro study aimed to evaluate and compare the shear bond strength of resin cement with high translucency zirconia with silane coupling agents and bonding agent separately (Group3), bonding agent containing silane (Group 2) and …
View article: A study to assess the bond strength of acrylic teeth with different retentive features
A study to assess the bond strength of acrylic teeth with different retentive features Open
Incorporating mechanical retentive features with increased surface area and undercut can improve the bonding of acrylic teeth to flexible denture base.
View article: A novel design modification to improve flexural strength of zirconia framework: A comparative experimental in vitro study
A novel design modification to improve flexural strength of zirconia framework: A comparative experimental in vitro study Open
Zirconia framework with connector dimension of 7 mm2 with lingual collar design can be successfully incorporated in compromised situation where an ideal connector dimension of 9 mm2 cannot be placed.
View article: Detection of dentinal microcracks in radicular dentin after shaping with XP-endo Shaper, Neoendo flex files, and Hero Shaper using scanning electron microscope: An in vitro study
Detection of dentinal microcracks in radicular dentin after shaping with XP-endo Shaper, Neoendo flex files, and Hero Shaper using scanning electron microscope: An in vitro study Open
The study aimed to compare the extent of dentinal microcracks in the radicular dentin using hand K files and various types of rotary nickel-titanium (NiTi) file systems. Forty mandibular incisor teeth (human) were grouped for the study. Th…
View article: Hearing assessment of dental personnel: A cross-sectional exploratory study
Hearing assessment of dental personnel: A cross-sectional exploratory study Open
Dentists and dental personnel are at a higher risk of noise-induced hearing loss. As the working experience increases, the threshold shift is seen to shift from 4000 to 6000 Hz, which is indicative of sensorineural hearing loss due to nois…
View article: Influence of aerated drink, mouthwash, and simulated gastric acid on the surface roughness of dental ceramics: A comparative In Vitro study
Influence of aerated drink, mouthwash, and simulated gastric acid on the surface roughness of dental ceramics: A comparative In Vitro study Open
Within the limitations of this study, it was concluded that the surface roughness of the evaluated ceramics increased upon exposure to Coca-Cola, chlorhexidine mouthwash and simulated vomit solution. Simulated vomit solution caused the max…
View article: The effect of root end cavity preparation using Er,Cr:YSGG laser, ultrasonic retrotip, and bur on the apical microleakage of retrograde cavity filled with MTA Plus
The effect of root end cavity preparation using Er,Cr:YSGG laser, ultrasonic retrotip, and bur on the apical microleakage of retrograde cavity filled with MTA Plus Open
Retrograde preparation with Er,Cr:YSGG showed significantly less microleakage when compared to the use of ultrasonic retrotip and burs.
View article: Evaluation of patient and parent satisfaction after orthodontic treatment/orthognathic surgery for cleft lip and palate deformity
Evaluation of patient and parent satisfaction after orthodontic treatment/orthognathic surgery for cleft lip and palate deformity Open
Majority of cleft lip and palate patients as well as their parents were satisfied with their child's dental appearance; they were unsatisfied with the appearance of nose, lip, smile, and speech.
View article: Assessment of periodontal disease among the dental prosthetic and nonprosthetic wearers in an adult rural population in Mangalore taluk, South India
Assessment of periodontal disease among the dental prosthetic and nonprosthetic wearers in an adult rural population in Mangalore taluk, South India Open
Lack of awareness among the individuals regarding periodontal diseases has been associated with consistently higher prevalence of periodontal diseases and treatment needs. Demographical studies need to be carried out at regular intervals, …
View article: Stem cells and their application in dentistry: A review
Stem cells and their application in dentistry: A review Open
The use of the term "stem cells" dates back to the 1800s; however, the application of the same is still not completely understood. Recent advances have indicated the harvesting of postnatal stem cells from sources such as the dental pulp a…
View article: Smoking cessation advice: Knowledge, attitude, and practice among clinical dental students'
Smoking cessation advice: Knowledge, attitude, and practice among clinical dental students' Open
Background: Smoking is the single most important public health challenge facing the National Health Service. The detrimental effects on the general health of tobacco smoking are well documented. Smoking is a primary risk factor for oral ca…
View article: An evaluation of the effect of various gloves on polymerization inhibition of elastomeric impression materials: An In vitro study
An evaluation of the effect of various gloves on polymerization inhibition of elastomeric impression materials: An In vitro study Open
This study shows that the use of latex and sometime nitrile gloves during crown and bridge procedures should be contraindicated and the use of vinyl gloves should be stressed when working with elastomeric impression materials.
View article: Efficacy of denture cleansers on impact strength of heat polymerized acrylic resins
Efficacy of denture cleansers on impact strength of heat polymerized acrylic resins Open
Clinsodent, VI-Clean, and Clanden denture cleansers decrease the impact strength of heat cure denture base resin after immersion. Hence, the study concludes that denture cleansers should be used with caution and advised to follow manufactu…
View article: An In vitro comparison of coconut water, milk, and saline in maintaining periodontal ligament cell viability
An In vitro comparison of coconut water, milk, and saline in maintaining periodontal ligament cell viability Open
Storage media help in preserving the viability of PDL cells when immediate replantation is not possible. This study evaluated the posttraumatic PDL cells' viability following storage in three different storage media. Within the parameters …
View article: An In Vivo study to compare and evaluate the correlation of the facial measurements with the combined mesiodistal width of the maxillary anterior teeth between males and females
An In Vivo study to compare and evaluate the correlation of the facial measurements with the combined mesiodistal width of the maxillary anterior teeth between males and females Open
Within the limitations of this study, the study concluded there is a significant correlation between interalar, intercommissural, intercanthal, interpupillary distance, and mesiodistal width of maxillary anterior teeth in total subjects. I…
View article: Effect of fluoride varnish and dentifrices and its combination on deciduous enamel demineralization: An In vitro study
Effect of fluoride varnish and dentifrices and its combination on deciduous enamel demineralization: An In vitro study Open
The results of this study suggest that the combination of F-varnish with dentifrices containing 500 or 1100 ppm F is not more effective in reducing demineralization in primary teeth than the isolated effect of dentifrice containing 1100 pp…
View article: Variations in Flexural Strength of Heat-polymerized Acrylic Resin after the Usage of Denture Cleansers
Variations in Flexural Strength of Heat-polymerized Acrylic Resin after the Usage of Denture Cleansers Open
Objective The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare changes in the flexural strength of heat-cured denture base resins when treated using denture cleansers. Study design A total of 40 specimens with dimension 65 mm length, 10…
View article: Marginal Accuracy of Castings Fabricated with Ringless Casting Investment System and Metal Ring Casting Investment System: A Comparative Study
Marginal Accuracy of Castings Fabricated with Ringless Casting Investment System and Metal Ring Casting Investment System: A Comparative Study Open
Background The thermal expansion of the investment can be restricted by the metal casting ring because the thermal expansion of the ring is less than that of the investment. The ringless casting procedure is in use in clinical dentistry, t…
View article: India's baby boomers: In driving need for dental care
India's baby boomers: In driving need for dental care Open
The present paper aims to review the literature on increasing health care challenges and needs of a growing Indian geriatric population. It also focuses on the need to overcome the shortfalls in its current oral health status in elderly. T…
View article: Prosthetic management of malpositioned implant using custom cast abutment
Prosthetic management of malpositioned implant using custom cast abutment Open
Two cases are reported with malpositioned implants. Both the implants were placed 6–7 months back. They had osseointegrated well with the surrounding bone. However, they presented severe facial inclination. Case I was restored with custom …
View article: Posturedontics: How does dentistry fit you?
Posturedontics: How does dentistry fit you? Open
Dentists are at high risk for musculoskeletal disorders (MSD's) due to their work. MSD's is an umbrella term for number of injuries affecting different parts of the body, including joints, muscles, tendons, nerves that can arise from sudde…