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Association between Smoking and Dental Caries among People of Kolhapur District, Maharashtra, India
Get PDFINTRODUCTION: Smoking as a public health problem, harms one’s general and oral well-being leading to increased morbidity and mortality.AIM: To find out the association between dental caries and smokers (current and past) with non-smokers among people of Kolhapur District, Maharashtra, India.MATERIALS AND METHODS: The present cross-sectional study was conducted among 1366 (449 smokers, 440 past smokers and 447 non-smokers), and the patients were divided among three age groups (35-44, 45-60 and >60 years). Data was recorded using a pre-tested, pre-validated questionnaire recording the demographic details and modified DMFT index. The data was analyzed using t- test, calculation of Odd’s Ratio (OR) and logistic regression was applied to find out association, if any using a licensed SPSS version 22.0.RESULTS: It was revealed that the highest mean DMFT was seen among smokers (3.66±5.78) followed by past smokers(3.01±2.66) and non-smokers (3.01±2.66). Also, the maximum DMFT was seen among 35-44 years (3.82±2.4), which was found out to be significant as compared to past -smokers and non-smokers. Odd’s ratio analysis revealed that as compared to non-smokers, current smokers and past smokers were 1.6 and 1.1 respectively. The multiple regression analysis revealed that significant difference was seen between smoking(.01) and age (0.02) with respect to DMFT.CONCLUSION: Efforts are required by clinicians to educate people about the ill-effects of tobacco and provide tobacco cessation counselling to reduce the burden of morbidity and mortality caused by tobacco
Dental Practitioners’ Opinions and Methods in the Management of Oral Mucosal Lesions and TMJ Disorders in Dakshina Kannada District: A Questionnaire Based Survey
Get PDFINTRODUCTION: Oral mucosal lesions and temperomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are important areas of concern in the present dental practice due to their increasing prevalence. Timely management is important as it aids in maximal prognosis.AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to determine the awareness of dental practitioners in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, regarding various aspects of oral mucosal lesions and TMJ disorders. And also to know their interest in managing such disorders.MATERIALS AND METHODS: A self- administered questionnaire was constructed and given to dental practitioners, selected through multistage cluster random sampling method; from Dakshina Kannada district. Chi-square test was performed and the level of significance was set at p < 0.05.RESULTS: The majority of dental practitioners had a dental practice of duration five to ten years. Many of the respondents (72%) indicated that oral ulcers are the most common mucosal lesions and prescribed topical anaesthetics for these. The investigations suggested were blood investigations (24%) for various oral mucosal lesions and radiographs (20%) for TMJ disorders. Different pharmacological treatments provided by the majority of the respondents were topical anaesthetics and multi vitamin supplements. About 34% dental practitioners routinely refer the patients to specialty practitioners.CONCLUSION: The present study shows that there should be emphasis on workshops and various other awareness programs for general dental practitioners for better understanding of the subject and about the latest protocols regarding referral of the patients to specialists
Comparison of One Point Fixation Vs Two Point Fixation in the Treatment of Zygomatico Maxillary Complex Fractures.
No full textBackground: Zygomatic fractures constitute of 20-40% of all facial fractures, most common among the males between the second and fourth decades of life. The ratio of the incidence between females and male is 1: 4. The zygomatic bone occupying a prominent position in the face determines the facial width. It also acts as a major buttress for the mid face between the maxilla and cranium and it is this prominent location which makes it more prone to injury
Female Genital Mutilation (International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation Editorial Comment)
Get PDFInternational Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation Editorial Comment by Dr. Ravneet Malh
Evaluation of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Lyophilized Platelet Lysate against Organisms Isolated from Infected Root Canals: An in vitro Study
Get PDFINTRODUCTION: The technically demanding endodontic treatment sometimes faces failures because of various polymicrobial infections. Common organisms isolated from such infections are Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans. Several researches were made with various materials to eradicate such organisms. The study material used here is Lyophilized platelet rich plasma (L-PRP), which has been recently used in dentistry and other medical fields to promote hard and soft tissue regeneration.AIM: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of lyophilized platelet lysate (LPL) against microorganisms like Enterococcus Faecalis, Bacillus Subtilis and Candida Albicans.MATERIALS AND METHOD: Discarded blood samples were obtained from blood banks after centrifugation, sterility check and activation. After this, lyophilization of the platelets was carried out. The antimicrobial activity of this freeze dried powder was evaluated by the minimum inhibitory concentration method and then by the Agar disk diffusion method.RESULTS: Lyophilized platelet lysate (LPL) inhibited the growth of Enterococcus faecalis, Bacillus subtilis and Candida albicans which is commonly associated with failed root canal treatment.CONCLUSION: LPL has the potential to be effective against the organisms which causes failure of root canal treatment. This can be of a valuable property in tissue engineering
ALSA and PISA Quantifiable Tool for Diabetic Patients: A Clinical Study
Get PDFBACKGROUND: Diabetes is a well known risk factor for Periodontitis and the severity of the periodontal disease is often represented as non-continuous variables that quantify the amount of affected periodontal tissue in partial manner. So, Attachment Loss Surface Area (ALSA) and the Periodontal Inflamed Surface Area (PISA) Index have been introduced in order to find out diseased condition in true sense.AIM: To find out comparison between diabetic and non diabetic patients by using the Attachment Loss Surface Area (ALSA) and the Periodontal Inflamed Surface Area (PISA) Index.MATERIALS AND METHOD: The study was done in department of Periodontology and Implantology among 60 diabetic and 40 non diabetic patients who attended the OPD of general hospital. Clinical examination with ALISA, PISA and Plaque Index was recorded and collected data was subject to statistical analysis.RESULTS: It was found that no statistical difference exists between both of the groups. (p <0.05)CONCLUSION: It was concluded through this study that though as such no difference was found but ALISA and PISA both the parameters can be used to find out the progress of periodontal condition
World Environment Day: Beat Plastic Pollution
Get PDFEditorial Comment on World Environment Day by Dr. Sahil Thkar, Co-Editor, IHR
“Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions” (World Senior Citizens Day Guest Comment)
Get PDFWorld Senior Citizens Day Guest Comment BY Dr. Konidena Aravinda, Professor & Head, Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Swami Devi Dyal Hospital & Dental College, Panchkul
Three Rooted Maxillary Second Premolar: A Rare Clinical Finding
Get PDFEndodontic failure can be due extra canals in the root morphology left untreated by the clinician. Careful assessment and modifications may be required in the cavity preparation for stress free entry to complex root anatomy. This case report depicts a 36- year old male with three roots in his maxillary second mola
Tobacco Use and its Dental Implications: A Review
Get PDFUse of tobacco can be attributed to oral diseases and disorders like oral cancer, periodontal disease, caries and gingival recession along with various other benign mucosal disorders as well as failure of implants. The need for specific attention is given to the impact of tobacco cessation on oral health outcomes. This review concluded that severe robust epidemiologic evidence exists for the adverse oral health effects of tobacco smoking and other types of tobacco use