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View article: Surgery First Approach to Correct Gummy Smile in an Adult Female
Surgery First Approach to Correct Gummy Smile in an Adult Female Open
Vertical maxillary excess associated with long face syndrome or a hyperdivergent growth pattern gives patients an excessive gummy smile with overexposure of the upper anterior teeth. This results in a very unesthetic gummy smile and facial…
View article: A cross-sectional study on morphometric variations of nasal morphology in an ethnic population of South India
A cross-sectional study on morphometric variations of nasal morphology in an ethnic population of South India Open
Introduction: Nasal morphology is a key factor in facial reconstructive procedures and forensic investigations. It is directly proportional to ethnicity, race, gender, and environment. The aim of this study is to evaluate the nasal morphol…
View article: Computed Tomography-Based Estimation of Facial Soft-Tissue Thickness for Forensic Facial Reconstruction among Manipuri Population
Computed Tomography-Based Estimation of Facial Soft-Tissue Thickness for Forensic Facial Reconstruction among Manipuri Population Open
Background: An unidentified body can arise in any form varying from a well-preserved corpse to skeletal remains or charred remains. When all the parameters for identification are lost, a reconstructed face can help in narrowing down the se…
View article: A Comparative Study: Photogrammetry and Cephalometric Analysis for Orthodontic Treatment Planning
A Comparative Study: Photogrammetry and Cephalometric Analysis for Orthodontic Treatment Planning Open
Introduction: Cephalometric analysis constitutes the benchmark for diagnosing craniofacial morphology in orthodontic practice. However, the increasing demand for aesthetic standards has clinicians questioning whether ideal cephalometric me…
View article: Should the Postgraduate Dental Curriculum Be Revamped? - A Stress Assessment Study
Should the Postgraduate Dental Curriculum Be Revamped? - A Stress Assessment Study Open
Dental education is widely regarded as a demanding experience. Information about the stress sources and their degree is crucial since it will aid in the development of appropriate interventional methods for the student's overall developmen…
View article: A Study on Micronuclei in Exfoliated Buccal Epithelial Smears to Detect Epithelial Changes in Patients Undergoing Panoramic Radiography
A Study on Micronuclei in Exfoliated Buccal Epithelial Smears to Detect Epithelial Changes in Patients Undergoing Panoramic Radiography Open
Background: Ionizing radiation can cause chromosomal aberrations and micronuclei (MN) formation in the cell cytoplasm, and a research study was conducted to assess the genotoxic effects of panoramic radiation. Methods: Cytological smears w…
View article: Magic 4 to manage COVID 19 pandemic - mindfulness, meditation, music & masti memories during COVID times
Magic 4 to manage COVID 19 pandemic - mindfulness, meditation, music & masti memories during COVID times Open
Covid 19 pandemic has drastically altered the way we live. Most of us never imagined that we would see a pandemic in our lifetime. It has made us re-evaluate our priorities in life. With the massive ups and downs happening in general, stre…
View article: Photogrammetry Versus Cephalometric Analysis in Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Photogrammetry Versus Cephalometric Analysis in Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Open
OBJECTIVES: Cephalometric analysis constitutes the benchmark for diagnosing craniofacial morphology but the increasing demand for aesthetic standards rising concerns about radiation has clinicians looking for an easily reproducible, econom…
View article: Establishing Post Orthodontic Norms for Incisor Positioning In South Indian Population Using Tetragon Analysis
Establishing Post Orthodontic Norms for Incisor Positioning In South Indian Population Using Tetragon Analysis Open
This study aims at providing ideal cephalometric norms to position the maxillary and mandibular incisors at the end of orthodontic treatment in the ethnic south Indian population. Materials and methods: 65 individuals having Class I malocc…
View article: Establishing Post Orthodontic Norms for Incisor Positioning In South Indian Population Using Tetragon Analysis
Establishing Post Orthodontic Norms for Incisor Positioning In South Indian Population Using Tetragon Analysis Open
This study aims at providing ideal cephalometric norms to position the maxillary and mandibular incisors at the end of orthodontic treatment in the ethnic south Indian population. Materials and methods: 65 individuals having Class I malocc…
View article: Establishing Post Orthodontic Norms for Incisor Positioning In South Indian Population Using Tetragon Analysis
Establishing Post Orthodontic Norms for Incisor Positioning In South Indian Population Using Tetragon Analysis Open
This study aims at providing ideal cephalometric norms to position the maxillary and mandibular incisors at the end of orthodontic treatment in the ethnic south Indian population.Materials and methods: 65 individuals having Class I maloccl…
View article: Cephalic index, facial index and dental parameters
Cephalic index, facial index and dental parameters Open
Background: It becomes extremely challenging for forensic artists to reconstruct the highly decomposed faces, especially during mass disasters. It would be of great help for the identifying team of experts if there was a method to determin…
View article: Pulp Tooth Ratio-Based Age Estimation of Adults Using CBCT Images
Pulp Tooth Ratio-Based Age Estimation of Adults Using CBCT Images Open
Introduction: The estimation of the age is of great significance in the various branches including the forensics dentistry. Various teeth have been considered for establishing the age using the pulp tooth ratio (PTR), using cone-beam compu…
View article: “Treat All with All” – A Multidisciplinary Approach for an Unusual Case Scenario
“Treat All with All” – A Multidisciplinary Approach for an Unusual Case Scenario Open
Impaction of teeth is more common and widespread. Multiple impacted permanent teeth are usuallyrelated to syndromes, metabolic and hormonal disorders. However, in non-syndromic cases impaction ofmultiple teeth is rare. In this report, a ca…
View article: Comparing the Effect of Low-Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) In Decrowding Lower Anteriors Using Conventional and Self-Ligating MBT Bracket Systems - An In Vivo Study
Comparing the Effect of Low-Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) In Decrowding Lower Anteriors Using Conventional and Self-Ligating MBT Bracket Systems - An In Vivo Study Open
Introduction Orthodontic treatment is a type of care which often involves pre-adolescents, adolescents and adult who requires higher compliance due to long treatment duration1. Reduction in active treatment time can result in a reduction i…
View article: Mini Implant Supported Molar Tubes: A Novel Method for Attaching the Molar Tubes
Mini Implant Supported Molar Tubes: A Novel Method for Attaching the Molar Tubes Open
Banding or bonding procedures have been the only means of attaching molar tubes onto the permanent molar teeth till date in the field of orthodontics. This clinical innovation aims to include the use of mini implant for the purpose of atta…