Finite Element Analysis of Stress Distribution in Pediatric Zirconia Crowns Luted With Four Different Cements.

Background Prefabricated zirconia crowns are increasingly used in pediatric dentistry due to their aesthetic and mechanical advantages. The selection of luting cement significantly influences stress distribution at the crown-tooth interface, potentially affecting long-term clinical performance. Objective To evaluate and compare the stress distribution in prefabricated zirconia crowns luted with four different cements zinc phosphate cement (ZPC), zinc polycarboxylate cement (PC), glass ionomer cement (GIC), and resin cement (RC) using finite element analysis (FEA).

Geographical diversity in root canal anatomy of primary molars and its clinical implications: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Anatomical variability in primary molars across geographic regions presents significant challenges in pediatric endodontics. Regional differences in root canal morphology complicate diagnosis and treatment planning, emphasizing the need for population-specific insights.

Objective: This review synthesizes evidence on geographical variations in root canal anatomy, focusing on population-specific characteristics and their clinical relevance.

Malayalam language translation and validation of oral health-related early childhood quality of life tool (OH-ECQoL).

Objective: The objective of this study was to adapt the Oral Health-related Early Childhood Quality of Life (OH-ECQoL) tool for the Malayalam-speaking community and investigate its validity and reliability.

Methodology: Malayalam language version of OH-ECQoL was derived through a forward-backward translation and tested for content validity. A convenient sample (n = 300) was recruited by including children with and without early childhood caries (ECC).

Effect of Sustained Interventions from Infancy to Toddlerhood in Children with Cleft Lip and Palate for Preventing Early Childhood Caries.

The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of sustained interventions in children with cleft lip and palate (CLP) for preventing early childhood caries (ECC). This prospective, nonrandomized interventional cohort study was conducted in infants aged 0-12 months with congenital CLP. Interventions were given to parents/primary caregivers in the form of combined oral health-care measures (sterile wet gauze piece, finger brush, toothbrush, and toothpaste) by a motivational interviewing approach.