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{"title":"Radiologic Age Validation using Demirjian's 8-Teeth Method - An Institutional Anthropological Study on North-Indian Population.","authors":"Susmita Saxena, S Nithya, Jitin Kharbanda, Mansi Atri","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_465_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_465_23","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Age estimation forms a major part of forensic odontologic investigations and makes use of morphologic, radiographic, histologic, and biochemical methods. While anthropometry, development of sexual characters, and dentition are used when chronological age is unavailable, the data obtained from dentition is also recommended as evidence due to its better accuracy and easy determination of tooth calcification.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>The study aims to apply the revised 8-teeth method of Demirjian in validating the age of juveniles and very young adults (7-25 years) by using Acharya's India-specific formulas to correlate estimated age with actual age and establish the method's accuracy in the local population. Patients between the age group 7 and 25 requiring Orthopantomograms (OPGs) were taken for the study and assigned a stage based on the 'Tooth development chart'. Gender-specific regression formula was applied to derive the estimated age and compare it with the actual age.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results revealed India-specific regression formula to be more reliable than the modified Demirjian method in correlating the actual and estimated ages. Its accuracy seems to be better only for a narrow age range (14-17 years) within the study group. Better age predictability is seen among females than males in this age group. This method is suitable as an adjunct to other age estimation methods.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The wide variety and diversity in the Indian population along with regional variations in culture and habitat leads to a significant difference in dental developmental stages. This validates the need for India-weighted scores within different parts of North India to assess its reliability.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":"35 4","pages":"421-424"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143742792","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity of Ethanol Versus Hydroalcoholic Extract of Mangifera indica Linn Leaves in Different Concentrations Against Streptococcus Mutans - An In Vitro Study.","authors":"B K Lilly, G M Prashant, V H Sushanth, Mohamed Imranulla, C R Allamaprabhu, H P Vivek","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_613_22","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_613_22","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>To evaluate the antibacterial activity of ethanolic extracts and hydroalcoholic extracts of Mangifera indica Linn (mango) plant leaves on Streptococcus Mutans in comparison with the positive control (chlorhexidine 0.12%) and negative control (alcohol 96%).</p><p><strong>Settings and design: </strong>Ethanolic and hydroalcoholic extracts of Mangifera indica Linn leaves were obtained by following the extraction procedure. A disc diffusion test was carried out for each group on Streptococcus Mutans .</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>In brain heart infusion agar, Mangifera indica ethanol extract (MEE) and Mangifera indica hydroalcoholic extract (MHE) at 100% and 25% were applied to S. mutans cultures in comparison to the positive (chlorhexidine 0.12%) and negative (alcohol 96%) control groups. For every study group, cultures were produced using the Kirby-Bauer diffusion method, and incubating the cultures at 37°C for 24 hours.</p><p><strong>Statistical analysis used: </strong>The data were analysed using two-way ANOVA followed by a post hoc test.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>It was found that the MHE 100% and 25% had a higher antibacterial activity of 27.8 ± 1.7 mm and 21.8 ± 1.0mm at 75 µg/ml, respectively compared to other groups. Extracts were found to have statistically significant (P ≤ 0.05) antimicrobial activity against Streptococcus Mutans .</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>All the six groups used in the present study showed antibacterial efficacy and were effective against Streptococcus Mutans . Chlorhexidine continues to remain the gold standard. In comparison with control groups and extracts, MHE 100% showed a maximum zone of inhibition (27.8 ± 1.7 mm at 75 µg/ml) followed by other groups with statistically significant differences. Hence the herbal alternatives proved to be an effective and safe alternative and can be used as conventional modes of treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"433-437"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143523415","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessment of Antimicrobial Activity Against Candida albicans, Streptococcus mutans, Enterococcus faecalis and Staphylococcus aureus and Cytotoxic Effect of the Mouthwash Prepared Using Persea americana and Clove - An In Vitro Study.","authors":"S Dharini, Gheena Sukumaran, Pratibha Ramani, Rajeshkumar Shanmugam, Karthikeyan Ramalingam","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_265_23","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_265_23","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Context: </strong>A natural mouthwash with minimal side effects is essential for obviating the disadvantages of chemically based mouthwashes. Research has been carried out worldwide using herbal extracts from leaves, stems, seeds, fruits, etc., for various dental purposes. The present investigation attempted to highlight one such natural product Persea americana (avocado) where the pulp of the avocado fruit has been used to synthesize mouthwash using an eco-friendly green method.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>The aim of the current study is to emphasize antimicrobial property in relation to Candida albicans , Streptococcus mutans , Enterococcus faecalis and Staphylococcus aureus and cytotoxic properties of P. americana -based mouthwash which could be used as a potent antimicrobial mouthwash in the near future.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Antimicrobial and cytotoxic properties of the synthesized P. americana -based mouthwash were assessed using zone of inhibition and brine shrimp lethality assay, respectively, and the results were compared with the standard.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The prepared mouthwash was effective against C. albicans (14 mm at 100 µl) and S. mutans (statistically significant) ( P < 0.05), and it is completely safe at 5 μl concentration.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study concluded that the prepared P. americana -based mouthwash could act as an adjunctive antifungal remedy in future. Dose-based cytotoxic property of this mouthwash requires assessment of the safety levels prior to administering for therapeutic purposes.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"449-453"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143585549","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Primordial Odontogenic Tumour - A Case Report.","authors":"Reshma Poothakulath Krishnan, Deepak Pandiar, Pratibha Ramani","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_402_22","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_402_22","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Primordial odontogenic tumour (POT) was added as a new entity in the recent World Health Organization (WHO) 2017 Classification of Head and Neck Tumours. We hereby report a rare case of POT of posterior mandible. A 9-year-old male patient presented with a swelling in his left lower jaw. Histopathological examination showed myxoid connective tissue stroma and stratified epithelium without any rete peg formation resembling odontogenic epithelium. Enucleation was performed and the histopathological diagnosis was given as primordial odontogenic tumor. The clinical and histopathologic data of previously reported 25 cases along with our case will help to differentiate this new entity from other odontogenic tumours and also prevent unnecessary over-treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"486-488"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143189272","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"An Analysis and Validation Questionnaire-Based Survey in Hindi on the Psychosocial Effects of Pre-Treatment Aesthetic Dentistry from Delhi NCR.","authors":"Simran Chadha, Pankaj Dhawan, Vidushi Saxena","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_314_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_314_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>One of the many tools used to assess several facets of oral health-related quality of life in individuals with dental aesthetic deficits is the Psychosocial Impact of Dental Aesthetic Questionnaire (PIDAQ). The PIDAQ, however, was created for orthodontic patients, who usually possess different aesthetic concerns than those receiving prosthodontic treatment.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>Analyzing and confirming in Hindi the psychosocial effects of pretreatment dental aesthetics among patients in Delhi NCR is the study's main objective.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The survey was conducted with 323 participants, ranging in age from 18 to 70 years, with a balanced gender distribution. The inquiries centred on the perceived psychosocial effects of aesthetic prosthodontic therapies being received by all individuals.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>The comparative evaluation of the mean and standard deviation for dental self confidence, social impact, psychological impact, and aesthetic concern parameters, respectively, are 14.6423, 7.0307, 5.3344; 3.6503; 68727, 2.02575, 3.26876, and 1.36115.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Dental aesthetics have a profound psychosocial influence on prosthodontic patients, influencing their self-esteem, social interactions, emotional well-being, and professional success. By addressing aesthetic concerns through prosthodontic interventions, patients can experience profound improvements in their overall quality of life.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"374-377"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143541789","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Periodontal Disease as a Potential Risk Factor for Alzheimer's Disease - An Evaluative Study.","authors":"Achari Aiswarya, Suragimath Girish, Varma Siddhartha, Zope Sameer, S R Ashwinirani","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_737_22","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_737_22","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Context: </strong>Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a cognitive impairment disorder, affecting the routine daily activities. Bidimensional relationship exists between periodontal disease and AD, where periodontal disease could exacerbate the severity of AD and cognitive decline reduces the oral hygiene maintenance, increasing the severity of periodontal disease. Dentists should recognize the relationship between periodontal disease and Alzheimer's for better patient management.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>The study aims to assess the knowledge, awareness, and practices about periodontal disease as a potential risk factor for Alzheimer's disease among dentists.</p><p><strong>Settings and design: </strong>This cross-sectional survey consisting of 20 structured, close-ended questionnaire was circulated among dentists practicing in Western Maharashtra, India.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Google form consisting of pre-validated, structured 20 questionnaire was the means to acquire data from dentists willing to participate in the study. The link to google form questionnaire was mailed to the dentists.</p><p><strong>Statistical analysis used: </strong>Chi-square tests were used to determine the association of predictors/risk factors (periodontal disease) with AD. Statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences software.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>185 dentists participated in the study. The study's results revealed a significant lack of knowledge and awareness ( P < 0.001) among dentists about the correlation between periodontal disease and AD.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Dentist's overall knowledge, awareness, and practices were lacking regarding the association between periodontal disease and AD. Dentists should be educated about the bidirectional relationship between AD and periodontal disease, through continuing dental education programs. The patients and caregivers should be educated about oral hygiene and health maintenance for long-term benefits.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"382-385"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143541794","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems and Oral Health: Emerging Risks and Concerns.","authors":"Priya Ray, Namita Shanbhag, Manjunath P Puranik","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_112_25","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_112_25","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":"35 4","pages":"492-493"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143742785","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of Selective Dentine Pre-Treatment with Butane Tetracarboxylic Acid on Composite-Dentine Bond.","authors":"Nikita Sharma, Anand Susila, Aruna Kumari Veronica, R J Fiona, Shamini Sai, Sriganesh Anguswamy","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_146_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_146_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Composites are prone to time-dependent bond degradation. Many measures have been taken to stabilize the bond.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This in vitro study aims to evaluate the effect of pretreatment with 1,2,3,4-Butane Tetracarboxylic acid (BTCA) on the micro-tensile bond strength (µTBS) of composite resin to dentine and to compare it with the pretreatment using 2% chlorhexidine (CHX).</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Permanent molars (40) extracted for periodontal reasons were selected. Dentine surfaces were exposed using a diamond bur, preconditioned with BTCA for the test group (SIGMA-ALDRICH) and with CHX for the control group, followed by the application of self-etch adhesive (GC G-Premio bond) and composite restoration (GC Solare X). Each group was subdivided to be tested as: Group 1A: after 24 hours with BTCA; Group 1B: after 1 month with BTCA; Group 2A: after 24 hours with CHX; Group 2B: after 1 month with CHX. The µTBS was tested using a universal testing machine. The mode of failure was determined using a stereomicroscope and a scanning electron microscope (SEM).</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>BTCA pretreatment was able to preserve the bond slightly better than the control group, though not statistically significant either at 24 hours (P = 0.492) or 1 month (P = 0.181). There was no significant reduction in the µTBS between immediate testing and 1-month storage for both groups (P = 0.213 for acid; P = 0.914 for CHX). The mode of failure was predominantly cohesive for both groups, with fewer adhesive failures.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>BTCA pre-conditioning is capable of preserving the dentin-composite bond as efficiently as CHX.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":"35 4","pages":"443-448"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143742780","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Indigenous Smokeless Tobacco - Analysing pH, Moisture, Nicotine Levels, and Warning Labels - An In Vitro Study.","authors":"Shivashankar Kengadaran, Divvi Anusha, Daniel J Caplan, Shyam Sivasamy, Prabhakar Divyaraj, A Vani Anusha","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_169_24","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_169_24","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Smokeless tobacco (SLT) use is a major public health problem in many parts of the world, including India. Despite this, smokeless tobacco often doesn't receive enough attention. The aim of this study was to assess the pH, moisture, nicotine levels, and warning labels on smokeless tobacco products sold in Pondicherry, India.</p><p><strong>Methods and material: </strong>Ten SLT samples, procured despite the ban in Pondicherry, were analysed. The selection criteria were based on availability, reflecting the diverse range of SLT products. pH levels, moisture content, and nicotine concentrations were measured using validated analytical methods recommended by World Health Organization (WHO). Warning labels were evaluated for compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p><strong>Statistical analysis: </strong>Descriptive statistics were used. Pearson's correlation test was employed to examine the relationship between pH, moisture, and amount of nicotine. A P value of <0.05 was considered significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The pH values of the SLT samples ranged from 5.09 to 10.46. Moisture content varied significantly, with percentages from 5.48% to 33.44%. Nicotine concentrations ranged from 0.63 mg/g to 35.74 mg/g. A moderate positive correlation was found between moisture content and nicotine levels (r = 0.672, P < 0.05), while a strong negative correlation was observed between pH and nicotine content (r = -0.849, P < 0.01). The analysis of warning labels revealed inconsistent adherence to regulatory standards, with many packages lacking comprehensive health warnings.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The pH, moisture, and nicotine content of the products varied widely among the products. The warning signs were only present in the English language.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"425-428"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143585551","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Application of Digitalization in Dental Education - A Systematic Review.","authors":"Spandita Das, Kunal Jha, Ipseeta Menon, Gunjan Kumar, Arpita Singh, Diplina Barman","doi":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_883_23","DOIUrl":"10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_883_23","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The use of digital technologies in education play a crucial role in providing new and innovative forms of delivering education to teachers and students as well as broadening the learning process. The aim of this systematic review is to summarize existing evidence in order to evaluate the application of digitalization in undergraduate and postgraduate dental education. A literature review was completed using PubMed, SCOPUS and DOAJ search engines, following the search strategy using the PICO criteria, to identify English-language articles published between January 2013 and June 2023 that reported the use of digitalization in dental education. Following thorough research, 1721 articles were identified from e-databases. However, only 14 articles were added to this study after they were screened for eligibility. Quality assessment was performed by a checklist of important parameters using the National Institute of Health (NIH) assessment tool. Two studies focused on the knowledge regarding the utilization of digitalization in dental education, two studies examined the implementation of digitalization in dental education, two studies explored the user experience of utilizing digital dentistry, and eight studies investigated the perception and attitude towards digital dental education. The goal of incorporating digitalization in dental education should be to maximize the effectiveness of the many different digital technologies functioning together in patient care and dental education. The most significant advantage of understanding digital technology is its noteworthy benefits, which include compliance from patients, quick and prompt results and aesthetic outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":13311,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Dental Research","volume":" ","pages":"470-477"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143491887","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}