International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research最新文献

{"title":"Comparative evaluation of hemoglobin, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and differential leukocyte count: Anemia in gingivitis and periodontitis patients in Kerala population – A cross-sectional study","authors":"D. Thavithavakar, Anil Melath, K. Subair, M. Arjun, KP Rabees, N. Prakash","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_9_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_9_23","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Anemia is defined as the deficiency in the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood either due to reduced hemoglobin %(Hb%) or reduced Red Blood Corpuscles (RBC) count. currently the association of anemia in periodontitis patients and the possible etiology cited for decreased blood counts was the downregulation of erythropoiesis in the bone marrow by proinflammatory cytokines released due to periodontal disease. Aims and Objectives: To evaluate the relation between anemia and periodontitis by estimation of blood parameters and to assess whether periodontitis like other inflammatory conditions can lead to anemia. It is a randomized controlled clinical trial. Materials and Methods: A total of 30 subjects who visited the Department of periodontics, Mahe Institute of dental science and hospitals was included in the study and divided into three groups. A total of 10 healthy controls, 10 chronic generalized gingivitis, and 10 chronic generalized periodontitis patients were selected among the Kerala population. Hemoglobin levels (Hb), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), Differential leukocyte count, gingival index, OHIS index, and probing depth were recorded. Results: The results revealed a decrease in Hb and erythrocyte counts and an increase in white blood corpuscle counts in chronic generalized periodontitis compared to healthy controls and chronic generalized gingivitis group. Conclusions: The treatment of periodontitis can improve hematocrit and other related blood parameters in chronic generalized periodontitis patients with anemia. This provides evidence that periodontitis like other chronic diseases may also cause anemia.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"11 1","pages":"33 - 38"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75300830","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":"Comparative evaluation of conventional and diode laser-assisted gingival curettage in shallow suprabony periodontal pocket – Three months follow-up of a randomized clinical trial","authors":"Ashish Bali, Sudipta Sannigrahi, P. Pal","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_13_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_13_23","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Chronic periodontitis is one of the most common forms of periodontal disease in adults. The primary goal of periodontal therapy is to remove dental plaque and bacteria to restore and maintain gingival tissue health. Subgingival scaling, root planning, and curettages are aimed at removing dental plaque, calculus, and necrotic cementum. Aim and Objectives: The main aim of our present randomized control clinical trial was to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of diode lasers compared to conventional curettage using hand instruments in patients with chronic periodontitis having shallow suprabony pockets. In addition, the pain sensation during conventional and laser-assisted curettage was compared during the procedure using Visual Analog Scale. Materials and method: Subjects with shallow pockets were divided into two groups and treated with either conventional curettage (Control group) with hand instrument or with diode laser (Test group). The data obtained were fed into Microsoft Excel 2000 package, and statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS software version 20.0 for Windows. Results: The control group elicited a reduction in probing pocket depth (PPD) from baseline to 1 month after treatment (6.60 ± 0.99 vs. 3.87 ± 0.64, respectively), which was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The 3-month postoperative scores had been reduced to 2.43 ± 0.50, which was also statistically significant (P < 0.05). The reduction between the 1 and 3 months after treatment (3.87 ± 0.64 vs. 2.43 ± 0.46, respectively), was also statistically significant (P < 0.05). The test group elicited a reduction in PPD from baseline to 1 month after treatment (6.80 ± 0.86 vs. 4.00 ± 0.76, respectively), which was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The 3-month postoperative scores had been reduced to 3.53 ± 0.48, which was also statistically significant (P < 0.05). There was a marginal reduction of postoperative scores between the 1 and 3 months after treatment (4.00 ± 0.76 vs. 3.53 ± 0.48, respectively), which was nonsignificant (P = 0.53). The mean PPD at baseline between Control group versus Test group (6.60 ± 0.99 vs. 6.80 ± 0.86, respectively) was nonsignificant (P = 0.56). The PPD at 1 month also revealed nonsignificant reduction, i.e. Control group versus Test group (3.87 ± 0.64 vs. 4.00 ± 0.76, P = 0.60). The postoperative reduction of PPD at 3 months was statistically significant (P < 0.05), i.e. Control group versus Test group (2.43 ± 0.46 vs. 3.53 ± 0.48). Conclusion: Within the limit of our study, it can be proved that both hand instrument-guided curettage and laser-assisted curettage can effectively reduce shallow pockets to a healthy gingival sulcus.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"21 1","pages":"25 - 29"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84532796","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":"Early prosthetic management of mandible using interim guidance appliances in hemimandibulectomy patients: A case series","authors":"Riddhi Sharma, Naveen Oberoi, Ravpreet Singh, Jaspreet Singh, S. Kaur","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_10_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_10_23","url":null,"abstract":"Mandible is the most common site for intraoral tumors which often requires resection of large portions of the mandible depending upon the location and extent of the tumor leading to various complications such as deviation of the mandible toward the resected side and facial disfigurement. Early prosthodontic intervention during the healing period helps in training the muscles and establish an acceptable occlusal relation using guide flange prosthesis (GFP). This article aims to describe the case reports of early prosthodontic management of two patients who underwent partial resection of the mandible due to squamous cell carcinoma using two different GFP: palatal ramp prosthesis and mandibular buccal GFP using an innovative approach. Prosthodontic intervention by guidance therapy serves the purpose of reducing mandibular deviation, preventing extrusion of maxillary teeth, and improving masticatory efficiency. Guidance appliances are the simplest and most commonly used treatment modality in restoring the form and function of the mandible.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"10 5 1","pages":"39 - 43"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83442143","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":"Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on treatment and psychology of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Rutvi Shah, Bhagyashree B. Desai, Arva Patel, Ahuti Shah, G. Shah, Neel Shah","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_11_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_11_23","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: COVID-19 is a novel pandemic affecting the entire world. This study was conducted with the purpose of assessing the challenges faced by patients receiving orthodontic treatment as well as treating orthodontists and their preferred solutions to overcome these challenges. Methodology: A total of 120 patients, undergoing orthodontic treatment of any form (fixed/removable appliances) at the Department of Orthodontics, Dharmsinh Desai University, whose treatment had started before the lockdown, were approached. The close-ended offline questionnaire consisting of 12 questions, all mandatory to be answered, was distributed randomly among these patients with prior consent. To compare the difference in the distribution of responses for the questionnaire and analyze it statistically, the Chi-square test was used. Results: The participant response rate was 91.66%. 76.36% of patients neither felt any emergency nor faced any issues during the lockdown. 56.36% were in telephonic contact with their respective orthodontists; out of which 90% were following the instructions prescribed by their orthodontists. Forty percent of patients were concerned about the global pandemic, and 83.64% were worried about their orthodontic treatment getting extended. Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic did not have a statistically significant impact on orthodontic treatment as well as on the psychology of patients undergoing treatment as they were in contact with their respective orthodontists through telephonic communication.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"12 1","pages":"30 - 32"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85302727","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":"Congenital granular cell tumors","authors":"Muhammad Midlaj, S. Vichattu, A. George, J. Das, Linta George","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_12_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_12_23","url":null,"abstract":"Congenital granular cell tumors are infrequently occurring masses occurring on a neonate's gingiva/alveolus. These lesions are benign with no noted malignant transformation; treatment like excision is based on its effect on the neonate's respiratory ability and/or nutritional intake. Granular cell tumor of the newborn has different immunohistochemical features than the adult form of this lesion. We present a case of a rare granular cell tumor in a newborn, its treatment and review of the literature, including demographics, histopathology, and operative treatment.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"8 1","pages":"44 - 46"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"80862132","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 insight regarding oral hygiene among 10–15-year-old schoolchildren in the rural area of Jaipur district – A questionnaire study","authors":"BarshaPriya Deka, Anup Nagaraj, Swasti Tambi, ShrutiMadhuri Sarma, Gaurav Mathur","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_17_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_17_23","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Good oral health is a barometer of overall health which empowers an individual to eat, speak, and socialize without active disease, discomfort, or embarrassment, which contributes to general quality of life. Schools can provide a supportive environment for promoting oral health. Children are the ideal target group for early intervention because healthy behaviors and lifestyles developed at a young age are more sustainable. Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) among school-going children 10–15 years aged in rural areas of Jaipur district. Materials and Methods: A study sample of schoolchildren aged between 10 and 15 years old in Bhanpur rural area of Jaipur district were examined to assess oral sanitation awareness. Data on oral hygiene were collected by a survey form, which were prepared with the help of a self-administered structured questionnaire translated into Hindi language. The questionnaire was calibrated before data collection and inter-examiner agreement during calibration was measured using kappa statistic (K = 0.86). All participants were requested to complete 18 close-ended questionnaires. The observation was reviewed and analyzed. Results: Among the total 275 children, 41% (n = 113) boys and 57.8% (n = 159) girls, of age between 10 and 15 years with a mean years of age is 13 years. Fifty-six percentage knew that they should brush their teeth once daily. About 46.5% of subjects were aware that limiting sweet snacks from diet will prevent tooth decay. Conclusion: Results of the study proved that KAP among schoolchildren is poor and needs to be improved.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"43 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136002691","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":"Addressing the impact of the climate crisis on oral health","authors":"VinitShashikant Patil","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_6_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_6_23","url":null,"abstract":"The impact of climate change on oral health is a matter of great significance. Climate change has resulted in various detrimental effects such as the outbreak of epidemics, deforestation, coastal flooding, and other calamities. The impact of climate change on the health of the inhabitants of a specific geographical region has a direct impact on their overall health. Furthermore, the global repercussions of climate change have an adverse effect on the ecosystem. In the Indian subcontinent, the prevalence of oral precancer and cancer among the youth is increasing, which can be attributed to the rampant usage of tobacco and associated products, as well as exposure to varying degrees of solar radiation. To effectively address the health burden arising due to changes in climatic conditions, there is a need for concerted efforts to comprehend these modifying factors, which can be achieved through upgrading health-care facilities and research support. Such efforts will enable sustainable development and ensure optimum overall health.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"11 1","pages":"20 - 22"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73075549","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":"Loss of working length in curved canals with rotary nickel–titanium instruments and reciprocating files: A cone-beam computed tomography analysis","authors":"EV Jenaki, V Sreelekshmi, BAkhil Yadav, Y Aswathy, PFathima Amal, M Noora","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_14_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_14_23","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate the change of working length in curved molar root canals after preparation with rotary nickel–titanium instruments and reciprocating files. Materials and Methods: Thirty human-extracted maxillary and mandibular molars with curved roots were selected, with the help of a radiographic platform, a constant object sensor distance was arranged to take a digital radiograph of each tooth for determining the angle of curvature of the roots by Schneider's method. The teeth were divided into Groups I, II, and III based on the instrumentation, ProTaper group, Reciproc group, and control group, respectively. Preoperative and postoperative working length was determined and compared using cone-beam computed tomography. The difference was determined statistically using one-way anova analysis. Results: There was minimum loss of working length found when instrumentation was done with Reciproc files compared with ProTaper. Conclusion: Reciprocating instruments can be an effective alternative used in the preparation of severely curved canals.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"72 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136002689","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 assessment of knowledge of dentists about third-molar extractions","authors":"Venu Yesodharan, S. Priya, Sujo Mathew","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_3_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_3_23","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Third-molar extractions, commonly known as wisdom teeth extractions, are routine procedures performed by dentists. However, the potential for complications arising from these extractions can have a significant impact on patient outcomes. It is essential for dentists to have a comprehensive understanding of the procedure and its associated risks. Aim: This study aimed to assess the knowledge of dentists in India regarding third-molar extractions and to identify any gaps in their knowledge. Methods: A questionnaire was distributed to 200 dentists, containing 20 multiple-choice questions related to third-molar extractions, including indications for extraction, surgical techniques, and potential complications. Results: The results showed that dentists had a good overall knowledge of third-molar extractions. Conclusions: There were areas where dentists exhibited gaps in their knowledge highlighting the need for ongoing education and training.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"82 3 1","pages":"11 - 13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83443430","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":"Investigating the challenges faced by denture wearers, such as denture stability, comfort, and esthetics, and their preferences for different types of dentures","authors":"RavindraMandanbhai Chavda, RahulkumarR Patel, Vipul Munia, Mahek Pandya","doi":"10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_20_23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpcdr.ijpcdr_20_23","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Dentures are common prosthetic devices used to replace missing teeth; however, wearers often encounter challenges related to stability, comfort, and esthetics. Understanding these challenges and preferences for different denture types is crucial for improving oral health outcomes and quality of life. Materials and Methods: We conducted a comprehensive study involving 500 denture wearers. Participants were assessed for denture stability, comfort, and esthetics using standardized measures. In addition, their preferences for various denture types, including conventional complete dentures, implant-supported overdentures, and partial dentures, were explored through structured interviews. Results: In this study, 25% of participants found denture stability to be “very challenging,” 40% considered it “somewhat challenging,” and 35% did not find it challenging. Twenty percent of participants found denture comfort to be “very challenging,” 36% considered it “somewhat challenging,” and 44% did not find it challenging. In the study, 15% of participants found denture esthetics to be “very challenging,” 30% considered it “somewhat challenging,” and 55% did not find it challenging. Thirty percent of participants prefer implant-supported dentures, while 70% do not prefer them. Conclusions: Denture wearers commonly experience challenges associated with stability, comfort, and esthetics. Preferences for denture types differ, highlighting the need for personalized treatment options based on individual needs and circumstances.","PeriodicalId":14257,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research","volume":"115 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136002688","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}