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View article: Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Complete Denture Diagnosis and Fabrication among Dental Students of BPKIHS
Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Complete Denture Diagnosis and Fabrication among Dental Students of BPKIHS Open
Background: Every future dental surgeon must be competent enough to diagnose and prepare a treatment plan for an edentulous patient. They must learn and improve their confidence in the essential clinical and laboratory procedures for compl…
View article: Effects of Tobacco on Corneal Endothelial Cells – a Hospital-based Cross-sectional Study from Western Gujarat, India
Effects of Tobacco on Corneal Endothelial Cells – a Hospital-based Cross-sectional Study from Western Gujarat, India Open
Background The aim was to evaluate various detrimental effects of tobacco chewing and smoking on corneal endothelial cells and morphology, as tobacco causes various ocular conditions, including cataract, glaucoma, dry eye, optic neuropathy…
View article: Effectiveness of three manual toothbrushes with different bristle designs in terms of plaque removal and gingival inflammation: A randomized controlled trial
Effectiveness of three manual toothbrushes with different bristle designs in terms of plaque removal and gingival inflammation: A randomized controlled trial Open
The study was retrospectively registered in ANZCTR on 21/02/2025 with trial registration number ACTRN12625000213448.
View article: Knowledge and perception of antibiotic prophylaxis for dental procedures among Nepali dental students: a questionnaire-based study
Knowledge and perception of antibiotic prophylaxis for dental procedures among Nepali dental students: a questionnaire-based study Open
While most students demonstrated a basic understanding of antibiotic prophylaxis, significant shortcomings were noted, particularly in avoiding unnecessary prescriptions. To ensure appropriate prescribing practices and reduce antibiotic ov…
View article: Knowledge of Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Procedures Among Nepali Dental Students: A Questionnaire-based Study
Knowledge of Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Procedures Among Nepali Dental Students: A Questionnaire-based Study Open
Background Prescribing medication is an essential part of clinical dentistry, especially when it comes to the use of antibiotics for the treatment of acute odontogenic infections, surgical antibiotic prophylaxis, and in medically compromis…
View article: Awareness of periodontitis and its relationship with systemic health among undergraduate medical students at a teaching hospital in Nepal: A cross-sectional study
Awareness of periodontitis and its relationship with systemic health among undergraduate medical students at a teaching hospital in Nepal: A cross-sectional study Open
Background Periodontitis is a multifactorial chronic inflammatory disease primarily caused by bacterial plaque, but may be affected by the host immune response, diabetes, inadequate nutrition, smoking and stress. The systemic implications …
View article: Periodontal status of the patients presenting with pulmonary disease in a tertiary health care facility in eastern Nepal
Periodontal status of the patients presenting with pulmonary disease in a tertiary health care facility in eastern Nepal Open
View article: Dental ergonomics among dental students of a teaching hospital in the Koshi Province: a questionnaire survey
Dental ergonomics among dental students of a teaching hospital in the Koshi Province: a questionnaire survey Open
Background: The present study was conducted to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice of dental ergonomics among dental undergraduates (UGs), interns, and postgraduate students (PGs) in a teaching hospital in the Koshi province. Methods:…
View article: Practice of self-medication to manage oral health issues in a community setting of Nepal
Practice of self-medication to manage oral health issues in a community setting of Nepal Open
Background Self-medication has been defined as the practice of self-diagnosis and medication use without seeking professional healthcare advice. Its prevalence for alleviating dental problems in Nepali communities has not been explored. Th…
View article: <p>A Qualitative Study of Adoption of Public Wi-Fi at the Time of Prevalent 4G in India</p>
A Qualitative Study of Adoption of Public Wi-Fi at the Time of Prevalent 4G in India Open
View article: Impact of Pictorial Health Warnings on Cigarette Packs among Current Smokers of Sub-Metropolitan City of Nepal: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
Impact of Pictorial Health Warnings on Cigarette Packs among Current Smokers of Sub-Metropolitan City of Nepal: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study Open
Introduction: Pictorial health warning on cigarette packs is one of the strategies undertaken by Nepal Government as per the directive of World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control to control smoking. It has been mor…
View article: MEDICAL EMERGENCIES PREPAREDNESS IN DENTAL CLINIC AMONG POSTGRADUATE RESIDENTS IN NEPAL
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES PREPAREDNESS IN DENTAL CLINIC AMONG POSTGRADUATE RESIDENTS IN NEPAL Open
Background: Serious medical emergencies in dental practices are generally rare (one in 3-5 years) but if it happens it is life threatening to the patient. Adequate knowledge and competency, training of the dental practitioners is necessary…
View article: The Oral Health Condition of Patients on Hemodialysis at a Tertiary Healthcare Facility in Eastern Nepal
The Oral Health Condition of Patients on Hemodialysis at a Tertiary Healthcare Facility in Eastern Nepal Open
Objectives . This study was done to compare the oral health of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients on hemodialysis to healthy individuals and to assess the effect of the duration of dialysis on oral health. Materials and Methods . A comp…
View article: Age and Reason of First Dental Visit among 0-14 years Old Children visiting Tertiary Care Center in Koshi Province
Age and Reason of First Dental Visit among 0-14 years Old Children visiting Tertiary Care Center in Koshi Province Open
Introduction: The first dental visit should occur within 1 year of child’s age. Majority of parents bring their children for first dental visit only when there is a dental problem. Objective: This study was conducted to determine age and r…
View article: Oral Health Related Quality Of Life In Head And Neck Cancer Patients Visiting A Tertiary Center In Central Nepal
Oral Health Related Quality Of Life In Head And Neck Cancer Patients Visiting A Tertiary Center In Central Nepal Open
Background: Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) cases are rising every year. It is associated with various manifestations in oral cavity and leads to a compromise in Oral Health Related Quality of Life of the pateints. Objectives: This study was co…
View article: Dental Caries in Permanent First Molar and Its Association with Carious Primary Second Molar among 6–11-Year-Old School Children in Sunsari, Nepal
Dental Caries in Permanent First Molar and Its Association with Carious Primary Second Molar among 6–11-Year-Old School Children in Sunsari, Nepal Open
The permanent first molar (PFM) plays an essential role in maintaining the dental and overall health of an individual. It is the most susceptible tooth to dental caries due to its early eruption and location near the primary second molar i…
View article: Assessment of root and root canal morphology of mandibular premolars using cone beam computed tomography in a tertiary center of Nepal
Assessment of root and root canal morphology of mandibular premolars using cone beam computed tomography in a tertiary center of Nepal Open
Introduction: Mandibular premolars are considered an enigma in dentistry because of their variability in anatomical and morphological features making it difficult to treat endodontically. This study was conducted to determine the root and …
View article: Oral health-related knowledge, practice and their associated factors among mothers in a rural municipality of Eastern Nepal
Oral health-related knowledge, practice and their associated factors among mothers in a rural municipality of Eastern Nepal Open
Introduction: Oral Health status in children has been shown to be related with oral health patterns learned through the childhood. The children acquire health behaviors from their mothers. Objective: This study aims to assess the oral heal…
View article: Effect of Fluoride Varnish application on Primary Dentition among Preschool Children in Dharan: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of Fluoride Varnish application on Primary Dentition among Preschool Children in Dharan: A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Introduction: Topical application of fluoride varnish on the tooth surface prevents the dissolution rates of tooth materials and increases the re-precipitation of lost minerals. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of fluoride varnish ap…
View article: COVID-19, Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Students in a Tertiary Care Center, Nepal
COVID-19, Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Students in a Tertiary Care Center, Nepal Open
Background: Health care professionals are thought to be knowledgeable about contemporary happenings in health around the world. We aimed to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) regarding coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and co…
View article: Acceptance and hesitancy of COVID-19 vaccine among Nepalese population: A cross-sectional study
Acceptance and hesitancy of COVID-19 vaccine among Nepalese population: A cross-sectional study Open
Introduction COVID-19 is an emerging infectious disease with a high transmission rate and substantial deaths. Various vaccines have been developed to combat it. This study is aimed to assess COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and hesitancy among …
View article: Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, and Perception toward Maintenance of Oral Health among Pregnant Women in Eastern Nepal
Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, and Perception toward Maintenance of Oral Health among Pregnant Women in Eastern Nepal Open
Introduction: Oral health maintenance during pregnancy is an important public health issue worldwide. Research has shown that there is an association between gum disease and low birth weight, premature births as well as mothers with untrea…
View article: Awareness Regarding Periodontal Health Among Diabetic Patients Visiting A Tertiary Care Centre In Eastern Nepal
Awareness Regarding Periodontal Health Among Diabetic Patients Visiting A Tertiary Care Centre In Eastern Nepal Open
Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus and Periodontitis have a bidirectional relationship, each exacerbating the other’s complications. Periodontal disease is considered as the ‘sixth’ complication of diabetes. The adverse relationship between t…
View article: Referee report. For: Dentists’ perceptions on present and future dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic: An embedded study [version 2; peer review: 2 approved]
Referee report. For: Dentists’ perceptions on present and future dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic: An embedded study [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] Open
View article: Periodontal Health Status and its Impact on the Quality of Life among Diabetics attending Medical and Dental Out Patient Departments of a Tertiary Care Centre of Nepal
Periodontal Health Status and its Impact on the Quality of Life among Diabetics attending Medical and Dental Out Patient Departments of a Tertiary Care Centre of Nepal Open
Background: Diabetics are more prone to periodontal diseases leading to poor oral function affecting their quality of life. The objective of the study was to assess the impact of periodontal health on the quality of life among diabetics us…
View article: Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal
Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal Open
View article: Additional file of Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal
Additional file of Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal Open
Additional file of Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal
View article: “Too little too late; low blood culture yields in a tertiary hospital in Nepal”
“Too little too late; low blood culture yields in a tertiary hospital in Nepal” Open
Setting: Nobel Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Biratnagar, Nepal Objective: To determine the pattern of antimicrobial resistance and hospital exit outcomes in neonates with suspected sepsis in a tertiary Neona…
View article: Additional file of Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal
Additional file of Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal Open
Additional file of Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal
View article: Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal
Current status of periodontitis and its association with tobacco use amongst adult population of Sunsari district, in Nepal Open
Background: Tobacco products are considered significant, but preventable factors related to initiation and progression of periodontal diseases. We assessed the prevalence of periodontitis and evaluated its association with tobacco use and …