Pub Date : 2023-10-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.042
Paras Angrish, Ashish Kamboj, S S Chopra, Aarti Sharma, Rahul Kaul
Ludwig’s angina is a poly-bacterial space infection(progressive cellulitis or necrotizing fasciitis) involving bilateral sub-mandibular, sub-lingual and sub-metal spaces with most common etiology being 2 or 3 mandibular molars infections. Condition can become life threatening due to its risk to impede airway. Treatment is generally aggressive which includes IV antibiotics along with surgical intervention. Current case report describes management of right side facial cellulits which was managed on time, averting potential life threatening complication along with management of infected tooth endodontically in a remote high altitude setup. Early recognition of the condition in such cases is vital to prevent potential complications.
{"title":"Management of life threatening facial cellulitis (Potential Ludwig’s Angina) due to dental infection in a high altitude setup- A case report","authors":"Paras Angrish, Ashish Kamboj, S S Chopra, Aarti Sharma, Rahul Kaul","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.042","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.042","url":null,"abstract":"Ludwig’s angina is a poly-bacterial space infection(progressive cellulitis or necrotizing fasciitis) involving bilateral sub-mandibular, sub-lingual and sub-metal spaces with most common etiology being 2 or 3 mandibular molars infections. Condition can become life threatening due to its risk to impede airway. Treatment is generally aggressive which includes IV antibiotics along with surgical intervention. Current case report describes management of right side facial cellulits which was managed on time, averting potential life threatening complication along with management of infected tooth endodontically in a remote high altitude setup. Early recognition of the condition in such cases is vital to prevent potential complications.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"87 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135758887","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}
Pub Date : 2023-10-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.032
None Biswas P P, Drishya Unnikrishnan, None Vineeth V T
The review attempts to suggest the use of Rotational Field Quantum Magnetic Resonance (RFQMR) beams in the treatment of skeletal class II cases with retrognathic mandible. A systematic electronic search was conducted in databases such as Google Scholar and PubMed. The inclusion and exclusion criteria were listed out and those publications that did not meet one or more of the inclusion criteria were excluded. A total of 40 articles were selected by search strategies. Out of which 3 studies matched with the inclusion criteria. The results of the 3 included studies were analysed. This review reveals that this non-surgical and non-invasive therapy is a landmark treatment for osteoarthritis. Its usage in the treatment of skeletal class II has to be time tested and proven.
{"title":"RFQMR- The future of myofunctional appliance","authors":"None Biswas P P, Drishya Unnikrishnan, None Vineeth V T","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.032","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.032","url":null,"abstract":"The review attempts to suggest the use of Rotational Field Quantum Magnetic Resonance (RFQMR) beams in the treatment of skeletal class II cases with retrognathic mandible. A systematic electronic search was conducted in databases such as Google Scholar and PubMed. The inclusion and exclusion criteria were listed out and those publications that did not meet one or more of the inclusion criteria were excluded. A total of 40 articles were selected by search strategies. Out of which 3 studies matched with the inclusion criteria. The results of the 3 included studies were analysed. This review reveals that this non-surgical and non-invasive therapy is a landmark treatment for osteoarthritis. Its usage in the treatment of skeletal class II has to be time tested and proven.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"129 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135759451","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}
Pub Date : 2023-10-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.034
Parvathy Krishnan, Sreevidya Bhat
Socioeconomic factors are linked with the prevalence and burden of oral diseases, particularly in socially marginalized groups and developing countries. The Kerala health model shows the relevance of education and its direct link to attitudes towards health. We studied the relevance of the educational level of parents on the oral health attitude of 17–25-year-olds. The objective was to examine the relationship between parents’ education and oral health attitude, frequency of dental visits, self-rated oral health (SROH), refrainment from dental health care, awareness of follow-up treatment, and effect of female literacy on offspring’s oral health attitudes. College students in Kerala, who were 17-25 year-old were administered questionnaires either web-based via Google forms or paper-and-pencil-based, among a randomly selected sample of college students. The questionnaire sought information on parents' educational levels, SROH, oral care services and awareness regarding oral health. Univariate and bivariate analysis with Chi-squared test was done using SPSS. About 939 students participated in the survey. Among them, 60.7% were females and 39.3% were males and 84.5% were undergraduate and 15.5% were postgraduate students. Frequency of visiting a dentist, SROH, visit to a dentist on recall, and necessary for follow-up and dental visit were associated with father’s and mother’s level of education. Level of education of parents was associated with off-spring’s perception of oral health, and dental visit factors.
{"title":"Parental education and attitude of young adults towards their oral health - A cross-sectional study","authors":"Parvathy Krishnan, Sreevidya Bhat","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.034","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.034","url":null,"abstract":"Socioeconomic factors are linked with the prevalence and burden of oral diseases, particularly in socially marginalized groups and developing countries. The Kerala health model shows the relevance of education and its direct link to attitudes towards health. We studied the relevance of the educational level of parents on the oral health attitude of 17–25-year-olds. The objective was to examine the relationship between parents’ education and oral health attitude, frequency of dental visits, self-rated oral health (SROH), refrainment from dental health care, awareness of follow-up treatment, and effect of female literacy on offspring’s oral health attitudes. College students in Kerala, who were 17-25 year-old were administered questionnaires either web-based via Google forms or paper-and-pencil-based, among a randomly selected sample of college students. The questionnaire sought information on parents' educational levels, SROH, oral care services and awareness regarding oral health. Univariate and bivariate analysis with Chi-squared test was done using SPSS. About 939 students participated in the survey. Among them, 60.7% were females and 39.3% were males and 84.5% were undergraduate and 15.5% were postgraduate students. Frequency of visiting a dentist, SROH, visit to a dentist on recall, and necessary for follow-up and dental visit were associated with father’s and mother’s level of education. Level of education of parents was associated with off-spring’s perception of oral health, and dental visit factors.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"20 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135758522","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}
: Many of the parents are not aware that primary dentition should be maintained in the dental arch in a healthy state for the overall health of the child. They believe that the treatment of primary teeth is not necessary as they are replaced by permanent teeth. : This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, awareness and attitude of parents towards primary tooth pulp therapy. : Pretested questionnaire which included the demographics like age, gender and education level with further investigative questions on the need for pulp therapy in primary teeth, knowledge about pulp treatment, importance of pulp treatment, reason of dental visit, restoration of carious tooth and preference of pulp therapy was offered to the participants. Data was collected and compiled using Excel software. Descriptive statistical analysis was performed to obtain the results. : A total of 78 parents participated in the study. Out of which, 69 were female and 9 were men. Based on the education level, parents who studied below 10 standard felt that dental treatment was not needed for primary teeth and 62.5% of them felt that pulp therapy of primary teeth is not needed. On the other hand, parents who completed postgraduation knew that primary teeth are important and dental treatment is required for primary teeth. There is significant lack of awareness among parents regarding treatment of primary teeth. This present study has strived to gather vital information on parents’ oral health awareness and attitudes towards their child’s decayed teeth. While some of the responses were valid, it was clear that parents are still unaware of some important aspects of their child's oral health.
{"title":"Knowledge, awareness and attitude of parents on pulp therapy of primary teeth: A questionnaire study","authors":"Pooja Mahabaleshwara, Sundeep Hegde K, Sharan S Sargod, Ajay Rao HT","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.036","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.036","url":null,"abstract":": Many of the parents are not aware that primary dentition should be maintained in the dental arch in a healthy state for the overall health of the child. They believe that the treatment of primary teeth is not necessary as they are replaced by permanent teeth. : This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, awareness and attitude of parents towards primary tooth pulp therapy. : Pretested questionnaire which included the demographics like age, gender and education level with further investigative questions on the need for pulp therapy in primary teeth, knowledge about pulp treatment, importance of pulp treatment, reason of dental visit, restoration of carious tooth and preference of pulp therapy was offered to the participants. Data was collected and compiled using Excel software. Descriptive statistical analysis was performed to obtain the results. : A total of 78 parents participated in the study. Out of which, 69 were female and 9 were men. Based on the education level, parents who studied below 10 standard felt that dental treatment was not needed for primary teeth and 62.5% of them felt that pulp therapy of primary teeth is not needed. On the other hand, parents who completed postgraduation knew that primary teeth are important and dental treatment is required for primary teeth. There is significant lack of awareness among parents regarding treatment of primary teeth. This present study has strived to gather vital information on parents’ oral health awareness and attitudes towards their child’s decayed teeth. While some of the responses were valid, it was clear that parents are still unaware of some important aspects of their child's oral health.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"62 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135759448","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}
Barrier membranes have emerged as crucial tools in guided tissue regeneration (GTR) and guided bone regeneration (GBR) procedures, specially transforming the landscape of implant dentistry. An overview of the key characteristics, types, and clinical implications of barrier membranes in implant dentistry has been described. These membranes create a controlled environment that facilitates tissue and bone regeneration around dental implants, enhancing treatment outcomes. The article delves into the ideal attributes of barrier membranes, including biocompatibility, mechanical stability, selective permeability, and more. It also explores various forms of barrier membranes, such as expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE), collagen, and pericardium membranes, highlighting their unique advantages and considerations. The clinical applications, drawbacks, and future directions of these membranes are discussed, shedding light on their role in managing complex cases. The evolving landscape of advanced biomaterials, bioactive coatings, patient-specific approaches, and smart membranes points toward an exciting future for barrier membranes in implant dentistry, promising further advancements in guided regeneration techniques.
{"title":"Unveiling the potential of barrier membranes in implant dentistry: A comprehensive review","authors":"Himanshu Aeran, Varun Kumar, Jyotsna Seth, Manas Aeran","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.031","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.031","url":null,"abstract":"Barrier membranes have emerged as crucial tools in guided tissue regeneration (GTR) and guided bone regeneration (GBR) procedures, specially transforming the landscape of implant dentistry. An overview of the key characteristics, types, and clinical implications of barrier membranes in implant dentistry has been described. These membranes create a controlled environment that facilitates tissue and bone regeneration around dental implants, enhancing treatment outcomes. The article delves into the ideal attributes of barrier membranes, including biocompatibility, mechanical stability, selective permeability, and more. It also explores various forms of barrier membranes, such as expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE), collagen, and pericardium membranes, highlighting their unique advantages and considerations. The clinical applications, drawbacks, and future directions of these membranes are discussed, shedding light on their role in managing complex cases. The evolving landscape of advanced biomaterials, bioactive coatings, patient-specific approaches, and smart membranes points toward an exciting future for barrier membranes in implant dentistry, promising further advancements in guided regeneration techniques.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"52 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135759450","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}
Pub Date : 2023-06-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.022
P. Teja, Karthik Rajan, S. Mittal, R. Nayar, Rohini Sharma, Aditi Sharma
: to compare the aligning efficiency, pain experienced by the patient during alignment and the post alignment third order values of anterior teeth in I arch (study) group and conventional NiTi (control) wire group.: A prospective clinical study.: A total of 40 dental arches (maxilla/mandible) were divided into 2 study groups with 20 dental arches (maxilla/mandible) in each group based on the selection criteria. Group I. Twenty dental arches (maxillary/mandibular) having 0.018” preadjusted appliance (MBT) brackets (ORMCO), aligned with I –arch 0.016”x0.014” copper NiTi wires. Group II. Twenty dental arches (maxillary/mandibular) having 0.018” preadjusted appliance (MBT) brackets by ORMCO aligned with round super elastic NiTi archwires.: I -arch copper NiTi (study group) was more efficient in alignment compared to the superelastic NiTi (control group) in the lower arch and the values are statistically significant. There was torque expression in the I-arch group as compared to the superelastic NiTi group. The subjects in the I-arch (study group) experienced lesser pain compared to the superelastic NiTi (control group) and the pain values are statistically significant.
:比较I弓(研究)组与常规NiTi丝(对照)组前牙对中效率、对中疼痛及对后三阶值。一项前瞻性临床研究。:根据选择标准将40个牙弓(上/下颌骨)分为2个研究组，每组20个牙弓(上/下颌骨)。第一组:20个牙弓(上颌/下颌)，有0.018 "预调整矫治器(MBT)托槽(ORMCO)，用0.016 " x0.014 " I -arch镍钛铜线对齐。第二组。20个牙弓(上颌/下颌)，由ORMCO采用圆形超弹性镍钛弓线对齐，具有0.018英寸预调节矫治器(MBT)托架。与下弓超弹性镍钛(对照组)相比，I弓铜镍钛(研究组)对下弓的对准效率更高，数值具有统计学意义。与超弹性NiTi组相比，I-arch组有扭矩表达。与超弹性NiTi(对照组)相比，i型弓组(研究组)的受试者疼痛程度较轻，疼痛值具有统计学意义。
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Pub Date : 2023-06-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.030
Tushar Gurav, Shweta Juneja, Sheetal Choudhari
{"title":"Addressing problem of nocturnal dental pain and emergency treatment for patients","authors":"Tushar Gurav, Shweta Juneja, Sheetal Choudhari","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.030","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.030","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"11 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"79492833","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}
Pub Date : 2023-06-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.028
H. Aeran, Jyotsna Seth, Rahul Dhami, Aishwarya Kesavan
Treating patients using tooth supported overdentures can help in preservation of the remaining natural teeth which can provide psychological, functional and anatomical benefits. Retaining roots can provide preserving proprioceptive receptors and increase the stability of dentures, hence it is the favoured treatment for elderly patients with a few remaining teeth. This case report describes a tooth supported mandibular denture retained using a custom made coping to enhance the retention of the prosthesis.
{"title":"Unleashing the potential of mandibular tooth supported overdenture to enhance stability and support – A case report","authors":"H. Aeran, Jyotsna Seth, Rahul Dhami, Aishwarya Kesavan","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.028","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.028","url":null,"abstract":"Treating patients using tooth supported overdentures can help in preservation of the remaining natural teeth which can provide psychological, functional and anatomical benefits. Retaining roots can provide preserving proprioceptive receptors and increase the stability of dentures, hence it is the favoured treatment for elderly patients with a few remaining teeth. This case report describes a tooth supported mandibular denture retained using a custom made coping to enhance the retention of the prosthesis.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"2 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"88322738","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}
The advent of robotics in dentistry can make both patients and dentists more comfortable. A robotic system is innovative, making a positive difference in the least invasive treatment, and dental robotics development is still in its infancy. To expand the use and adoption of this technology, numerous obstacles and problems must be overcome. In order to ensure that dental treatment and planning will be simpler, more affordable, and beneficial to providers, patients, and a wider segment of society, the field of dentistry and dental research has numerous tasks to play. The goal of this article is to discuss numerous initiatives to employ robotics in dentistry to support the dental departments that have pushed the boundaries of medical dentistry innovation.
{"title":"Robotics in dentistry: Heading towards techno-verse era","authors":"Surbhi Priyadarshi, Nisha Agarwal, Palak Jaggi, Rangoli Srivastava","doi":"10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.016","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.016","url":null,"abstract":"The advent of robotics in dentistry can make both patients and dentists more comfortable. A robotic system is innovative, making a positive difference in the least invasive treatment, and dental robotics development is still in its infancy. To expand the use and adoption of this technology, numerous obstacles and problems must be overcome. In order to ensure that dental treatment and planning will be simpler, more affordable, and beneficial to providers, patients, and a wider segment of society, the field of dentistry and dental research has numerous tasks to play. The goal of this article is to discuss numerous initiatives to employ robotics in dentistry to support the dental departments that have pushed the boundaries of medical dentistry innovation.","PeriodicalId":91704,"journal":{"name":"International journal of dentistry and oral health","volume":"88 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84334260","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}
Pub Date : 2023-06-15DOI: 10.18231/j.ijohd.2023.023
N. Varghese, Ruchika Kundra, Abi M Thomas
Early exfoliation of primary molars is common among pediatric patients. Construction of a space maintainer should be in accordance with the age of the child and developmental status of the dentition. Pediatric dentists should not only address the space loss but also consider the functional, emotional and hygienic challenges the child might face. The subject was 8 years old and presented with multilateral dentoalveolar abscess and difficulty in chewing. Pain of the involved teeth was addressed through multidisciplinary approach followed by construction of utilitarian fixed space maintainer. The conclusion was that the construction of bilateral utilitarian fixed space maintainer not only addressed the preservation of leeway space but also restored the functional efficacy.
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