A Journal of Clinical Dentistry-Heal Talk

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Authors: Vipul Srivastava1, Shally Mahajan2

With the rapid advances and changes in everyday technology, lasers are gaining their place to improve the overall experience of the patient. Diode Lasersare a versatile combination of aluminium, gallium, and arsenide operating at 450-1064 nm wavelength. This combination makes themhighly absorbable by the pigmented tissue containing haemoglobin, melanin, and water. This article casts light on the versatility of diode soft tissue laser that can be used to perform a variety of dental soft tissue procedures like incision, blood coagulation, haemostasis, and curettage.

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Authors: 1Ambika Murari, 2Rajendragouda Patil, 3Arjit Vihan, 4Naman Mundepi

A 19-year –old male patient presented to the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Kothiwal Dental College and Research Centre with a chief complaint of small swelling present on the upper left vestibular region since 2 months. The swelling was not causing any pain except for slight discomfort & patient became overly concerned and worried of the swelling. On clinical examination, no obvious swelling seen extra orally. Even the intra oral examination revealed no significant finding. On palpation, a firm, nodular mass was appreciated on the upper left vestibular region opposite to 2nd molar measuring about 2x2 cm which was slightly movable and not fixed to underlying structure.

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Authors: Manu Rathee1, Surbhi Mittal2, Maqbul Alam3, Sarthak Singh Tomar4, Kritika Diwan5

1) Introduction The neutral zone technique is a method used in the fabrication of dentures where there is a highly atrophic ridge, neuromuscular incoordination, and a history of denture instability.The neutral zone is the potential denture space where the outward forces exerted bythe tongue are neutralized by the inward forces of the cheeks and lips.Various materials such as impression compounds, tissue conditioners, waxes, and impression plaster have been used for recording the neutral zone. This case report describes in detail the steps in the fabrication of amandibular denture using the low-fusing impression compound to record the neutral zone to improve the retention and stability of the lower denture.

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Authors: Dr Manisha Khanna1, Dr Shefali Singla2, Dr Jyoti Yadav3, Dr. Neha Gaur4

ATreatment Plan: 60 year old female patient reported to the department with loose denture and dry mouth. Patient had undergone radiotherapy for SCC of floor of the mouth 1 year back. Complete denture fabrication with functional salivary reservoir in maxillary denture

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Authors: Manu Rathee1, Kritika Diwan2, Maqbul Alam3, Sarthak Singh Tomar4

Digitization is not just a word it is a beginning of digital revolution in the world of Prosthodontics. Contemporary dentistry is all about doing functionally sound, aesthetically acceptable, minimized discomfort and less time-consuming practice. The scope of digitisation and technology in prosthodontics is endless. The new digital impression technique, jaw relation technique and denture fabrication technology bring about absolute digitization to the mode of prosthodontics. This article aims to discuss the applications of different digital technologies in Complete Denture fabrication.

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Authors: Gaurav Gupta1, D.K Gupta2, Parth Shah3, Devanshi Sankhla4, Richa Gupta5, Neeraj Chandra6

Odontogenic Keratocysts (OKCs) are the developmental odontogenic cysts of epithelial origin, which are rare in occurrence, benign in nature but locally aggressive more common in third decade of life, and contributes to around 19% of all jaw cysts, microscopically characterized by palisaded basal nuclei arrangement & para keratin keratinization. Due to its aggressive nature it needs to be enucleated along with removal of associated tooth and other adjunctive procedures. Here we report a case of OKC in a 11-year-old boy associated with unerupted 17,18 teeth extending up to right tuberosity area. Our treatment plan aimed to preserve shape, form and function of maxilla, along with normal growth of patient. Outcome was uneventful and lesion was conservatively managed. Also, a regular follow-up is advised to avoid any recurrence.

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Authors: 1Raunaq Pradeep Sahu, 2Monika Rathore,3Subash Singh, 4Saheli Basu

The development of the dentition is influenced by the balance and function of the orofacial musculature. The opposing forces from the buccal soft tissues and tongue are necessary to maintain the dentition in good form and function. When this balance is disrupted, it can cause malocclusion of varying degrees. Screening therapy aims to eliminate abnormal muscle forces and prevent the development of malocclusion, or intercept it if it has already begun. The oral screen is a myofunctional appliance used in early interceptive treatment, with various modifications made by different researchers. The following case report describes the correction of developing malocclusion and the orthopedic effects achieved with the use of a modified oral screen.

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Authors: Tharani. T1, Twinkle Chawla2, Lakshmi Prasadh3, Rashika Singhania4, Sakshi Shah5

The use of a topical fluoride solution, specifically silver diamine fluoride (SDF), in dental treatment is gaining popularity. SDF has been utilized as a caries arresting and anti-hypersensitivity agent in various Asian countries, including Japan and China. The Food and Drug Administration recently approved it.In the United States, it is approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a fluoride to treat hypersensitive teeth. Topical use of SDF is a noninvasive, rapid, and easy treatment. Laboratory investigations and clinical trials have shown that SDF is more effective than other fluoride treatments in halting caries development. According to one assessment, SDF is a safe, effective, efficient, and equitable caries control agent with potentially broad applicability in dentistry and may meet certain criteria. Because SDF management of dental caries is noninvasive and much more comfortable, it can be a beneficial way to treat dental caries in youngsters. Based on the known literature, the current study provides insight into the use of SDF in pediatric dentistry and its clinical value.