Efficacy of Recombinant Human Epidermal Growth Factor on Healing of Palatal Donor Sites: A Randomised, Controlled, Double-Blinded, Single-Centre Clinical Trial (EGF TRIAL).

Aim: To assess the efficacy of topical rhEGF on healing outcomes at palatal soft-tissue donor sites.

Materials And Methods: This randomised, controlled clinical trial included 60 patients who required harvesting of palatal soft-tissue grafts. Out of two groups, the intervention group received rhEGF gel (60 μg/application for 5 days) and the comparator group received a placebo gel.

Novel Mouth Rinse Displaying Analgesic and Anti-inflammatory Properties: An in vitro Study.

Introduction: Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease requiring effective anti-inflammatory treatments. Nano-silver and essential oils have shown potential due to their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Combining these agents offers a promising therapeutic approach.

Characteristics of Maxillofacial Trauma Among Children and Adolescents of South Asia: A Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis.

Introduction: The reported incidence of pediatric facial fractures is relatively low, within age limits of up to 5 years, whereas prevalence increases in children and adolescents. Considering the active growth that takes place in children, maxillofacial trauma can have deleterious effects if it involves growth centers present in the facial region and may lead to disability, morbidity as well as major financial consequences linked to the surgical procedures and hospital stay.

Aim Of The Study: The present study aimed to evaluate the relative frequency of maxillofacial traumatic injuries in the SAARC countries, examine their demographic features, and recognize the etiological agents and various management strategies employed.

Comparative evaluation of bonding failure rate with two light cure orthodontic adhesives: a cross-arch split-mouth prospective study.

Introduction: Continuous improvements in the field of adhesive dentistry have led to the introduction of various materials that have the potential to be used as orthodontic adhesives. One such light-cure orthodontic adhesive is the U-Bond™ Ortho, which clinically exhibits optimum bonding strength.

Objective: The aim of this cross-arch split-mouth prospective study was to evaluate the bonding failure rate along with the bracket survival time of U-Bond™ Ortho as compared with Transbond™ XT adhesive material, over an observation period of six months.

Laser patterned microcoagulation (LPM) in the management of desquamative gingivitis secondary to oral lichen planus: A randomized controlled pilot clinical trial (LPM TRIAL).

The application of laser patterned microcoagulation (LPM) for the management of desquamative gingivitis secondary to oral lichen planus (OLP) was investigated. This single-centre, randomized, sham-controlled, single-blinded, parallel-arm pilot clinical trial included 30 patients diagnosed with OLP manifesting only as desquamative gingivitis. Permuted block randomization was performed.

"Liver Clots" in Periodontology: A 10-Year Clinical Experience.

Objectives: "Liver clots" are an uncommon complication following periodontal surgery, characterized by their distinctive gelatinous consistency and color resembling 'liver' tissue. Despite anecdotal reports, there is a lack of comprehensive evidence in the literature regarding its incidence, etiopathogenesis and optimal management strategies. This study aimed to address this knowledge gap by retrospectively analyzing cases to provide insights into this unusual post-operative complication.

Effectiveness of vestibular incision subperiosteal tunnel access technique: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Vestibular Incision Subperiosteal Tunnel Access (VISTA) root coverage technique has experienced a surge in popularity in recent times. The methodology employed in this study is characterized by its minimally invasive nature, utilizing a single incision. The primary objective of this systematic review was to assess the effectiveness of the VISTA approach for achieving root coverage.

Treatment effects and lip profile changes following premolars extraction treatment vs fixed functional treatment in Class II division 1 malocclusion: A randomized controlled clinical trial.

Objective: The objective of this two-arm parallel randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the treatment effects and lip profile changes in skeletal Class II patients subjected to premolars extraction treatment versus fixed functional treatment.

Methods: Forty six subjects fulfilling inclusion criteria were randomly distributed into Group PE (mean age 13.03±1.

Treatment Effects and Lip Profile Changes Following Surgical Mandibular Advancement Versus Premolar Extractions in Class II Div 1 Malocclusion: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

No randomized controlled trial has compared the treatment outcome between surgical mandibular advancement and premolar extractions in class II malocclusion. This 2-arm parallel randomized controlled trial evaluated the treatment effects and lip profile changes in skeletal class II adult patients subjected to bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy for mandibular advancement and those treated with premolar extractions. Seventy skeletal class II patients were accessed and forty-six subjects who fulfilled inclusion criteria were distributed randomly into Group CG (patients: 23, mean age: 21.

Comparison of long-term skeletal stability following maxillary advancement using rigid external distraction in growing and non-growing patients with cleft lip and palate: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: To compare the long-term skeletal stability following maxillary advancement using Rigid External Distraction (RED) in growing and non-growing patients with Cleft Lip and Palate (CLP).

Methods: Data sources: A systematic literature search was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines from database inception till August 2020 in MEDLINE-PubMed, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), Science Direct, Google Scholar and a manual search in the institutional library. Study eligibility criteria, participants and intervention: All available literature published in English, with a minimum of six human subjects with well-defined age range either 7-14.

Pandemic proofing dental education.

Imparting dental education in times of the current pandemic of COVID-19 has transformed it to a Gordian knot. Dental education must focus on educating dental students for a lifetime of clinical practice. It must inspire them to pursue professional development during this era of rapid advancements and transformation, while being ethical and empathic.

Are bleaching and desensitizing agents contraindication for patients seeking orthodontic treatment?

Aim: To compare in vitro the effects on shear bond strength of the application of a dental bleaching and desensitizer agent prior to bonding metallic orthodontic brackets to extracted human teeth.

Method: Sixty therapeutically extracted human premolars without any visible defects were collected and stored in 0.1% thymol solution at room temperature.