Can Glycerol Be Used as an Effective Alternative Storage Medium for Avulsed Teeth Before Replantation?

Introduction For successful replantation of avulsed teeth, preserving the vitality of periodontal ligament (PDL) cells of the avulsed tooth is important. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the usage of glycerol by comparing its different concentrations with the gold standard medium, i.e.

Management of Impacted Primary Molar Obstructing Permanent Tooth Eruption in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report.

Tooth impaction and eruption failure present common challenges in pediatric dentistry. We report a case of a 10-year-old boy of Indian origin presenting with a missing left mandibular primary second molar and impacted first permanent molar. Radiographic examination revealed an ankylosed primary molar obstructing the path of an unerupted premolar.

Effect of premature loss of primary teeth on prevalence of malocclusion in permanent dentition: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the effect of premature loss of primary teeth in children of mixed dentition age on the prevalence of malocclusion in permanent dentition.

Material And Methods: A search was conducted in Medline through PubMed, Cochrane databases, Google Scholar, and Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) through March 2023. All observational studies that evaluated the association between premature loss of primary teeth and malocclusion in permanent dentition were included for analysis.

Management of Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumor in a Pediatric Patient with Preservation of an Associated Impacted Tooth: A Combined Surgical and Orthodontic Approach.

The adenomatoid odontogenic tumor (AOT) is a rare benign neoplasm that is typically treated through surgical enucleation and curettage. Any impacted tooth associated with the tumor are also extracted during the procedure. We present a case of AOT encompassing an impacted left maxillary central incisor in a 13-year-old male.

Stylalgia and Styloidectomy: A Review.

Stylalgia also referred to as Eagle's or stylohyoid syndrome (first described by Watt Eagle) is a constellation of signs secondary to an elongated styloid process or due to mineralization of the stylohyoid or stylomandibular ligament or the posterior belly of the digastric muscle (Malik et al. in Iran J Otorhinolaryngol 30(6): 101, 2018). The Eagle's syndrome includes symptoms ranging from stylalgia (i.

Systematic review and meta-analysis comparing the efficacy of dexmedetomidine to midazolam as premedication and a sedative agent in pediatric patients undergoing dental procedures.

Introduction: Pediatric dental surgeries are associated with the emotions of fear, anxiety, and other behavioral disturbances of children that need to be managed. Sedation using drugs like dexmedetomidine (DEX) and midazolam (MID) is a common pharmacological behavior managing technique. We conducted this meta-analysis to evaluate the efficacy of both these drugs in current literature.

Post-COVID fungal infections of maxillofacial region: a systematic review.

With the advent of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, a wide range of life-threatening maxillofacial fungal coinfections have also been observed in patients. We conducted this systematic review to collate and evaluate the data to enable clinicians to understand the disease pattern and types of mycosis and provide meticulous management of these infections in COVID-19 patients. The review was carried out in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analysis guidelines.

Oral myiasis affecting paediatric patients: a systematic review.

Introduction: Oral myiasis is a rare condition caused by Dipteran larvae that feed on living or dead tissues, ingested food or body fluids. It affects immunocompromised individuals with low socioeconomic status or those unable to maintain proper hygiene. Cases of oral myiasis are scarce but debilitating in children.

Primary mandibular molars with supernumerary roots: a report of 2 cases.

A supernumerary root is a developmental condition occurring due to disturbances in the Hertwig epithelial root sheath. Supernumerary roots are rare in primary mandibular molars, and the etiology is uncertain. However, it is crucial for dental practitioners to be aware that extra roots may be present in primary teeth and provide accurate diagnosis when they occur.

Anesthetic Effectiveness of Articaine and Lidocaine in Pediatric Patients During Dental Procedures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Pain on needle insertion and deposition of local anesthetic agents are a cause of anxiety in pediatric patients. Articaine is a potential anesthetic agent whose superior properties reduce the need for multiple insertions, yet it is not commonly used. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of articaine with lidocaine in pediatric dental anesthesia.

Efficacy of preoperative antibiotics in prevention of dental implant failure: a Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Dental implants are commonly used for replacement of missing teeth. Despite the published data highlighting the high success rate of dental implants, failures do occur. Some of these failures are believed to be a result of bacterial contamination at the site of implant insertion.

Retention of flowable composite resins in comparison to pit and fissure sealants: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Despite the worldwide decline in dental caries, pit and fissure caries remains a cause of concern, and application of pit and fissure sealants is an important preventive measure. Due to the high wear rate of conventional unfilled sealants, various other materials have been tested for fissure sealing. The present meta-analysis was conducted to compare the effectiveness of flowable composite resins as a fissure sealant to that of conventional pit and fissure sealants.

Loneliness and disability as predictors of oral diseases among 2 groups of older adults in central India.

Background: In this study, the authors aimed to assess the association of loneliness and disability with oral health in 2 groups older adults (≥ 60 years) in central India.

Methods: A total of 421 older adults participated in the study; 316 (75.1%) attended outpatient services at the Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal, India, and 105 (24.

Bilateral presentation of different supernumerary teeth in nonsyndromic patients: case reports.

Supernumerary teeth--teeth in excess of the normal dental complement--are usually asymptomatic, and their presence is detected incidentally on radiographs. Mesiodentes are the most common type of supernumerary teeth, followed by maxillary distomolars, maxillary lateral incisors, mandibular fourth molars, and maxillary premolars. Bilateral occurrence of supernumerary teeth is rare.

Oral Submucous Fibrosis in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review and Protocol for Management.

Aim: To conduct a systematic review evaluating the cases of oral submucous fibrosis in pediatric patients.

Material And Method: Systematic review was conducted using PRISMA guidelines. The article focused on oral submucous fibrosis in pediatric patients were included.