International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry

206-209

Authors: Emad A. AlHazzani, Majed D. Al-Dakheel, Mohammed S. Aldossary.

Smile design and makeover for contemporary esthetic dentistry are increasing among dental practitioners. Porcelain laminate veneers are the most used restorations for esthetics. This article provides the essential clinical aspects and considerations that every involved dental professional has to be aware of them. These are very important for a minimally invasive and highly esthetic treatment, with adequate function and a perfect integration that is in harmony with the patient's face, for the best outcomes.

214-216

Authors: Rukmani Rajesvari E, Sam Prasad.

Aim: Primary health care providers are often approached by patients with dental pain and are expected to provide simple management to alleviate the pain and prevent further discomfort until a dentist can be consulted by the patient. The objective of this study is to evaluate the approach towards management of dental pain by general practitioners. Materials and Methods: A questionnaire was used to evaluate the approach and experience of primary health care providers in managing dental pain. Results: Oral Paracetamol and Amoxicillin were found to be the preferred analgesic and antibiotic of choice respectively for management of dental pain. Conclusion: The results of this study point out that the primary health care providers follow a safe approach when it comes to managing dental pain.

220-222

Authors: Shabina Aysha Begum, Sunanda Paul, Smitha Sharon, Jeevitha Murugesh, Faiz Imran.

Smile is the curve that straightens everything. Having a beautiful smile involves many factors such as size, shape & position of teeth, as well as thedir exposure during smiling. The gingiva also plays a role in smile aesthetics, as excess exposure during smiling (gummy smile) can be a problem. In today’s world soft tissue dental laser has become very popular in the treatment of this excessive gingiva to correct Gummy Smile.

225-228

Authors: Geeta Arya, Narendra Kumar, Himanshu Aeran, Jyotsna Seth.

Artificial replacement of the lost eye is done with an ocular prosthesis. Loss of eye or any other facial structures affect the physical, emotional and psychological well-being of a person. Aim of the maxillofacial prosthesis that will restore and replace stoma to gnathic and associated facial structures with artificial substitutes which improve patient’s esthetics, restore and maintain health of these structures. The rehabilitation of a patient who has suffered the psychological trauma of an ocular loss requires a prosthesis that will provide the optimum cosmetic and functional result. A case of a custom-made ocular acrylic prosthesis is presented here, which had acceptable fit, retention and esthetics.

234-237

Authors: Anil Dhingra, Mayuri Kumari, Bharatendu Kawatra.

Periapical lesion is a local response of bone around the apex of tooth that develops after the necrosis of the pulp tissue or extensive periodontal disease. The successful treatment of periapical inflammatory lesion depends on the reduction and elimination of the offending organism. Root canal therapy, periapical surgery, or extraction of the tooth might be the treatment alternatives

240-243

Authors: Himanshu Aeran, Shivangi Chandra, Megha Rautela.

Aim and Background: Treatment of the damaged or carious molars often presents a set of challenges unique to the posterior dentition. Traditional dental treatments continue to be refined to improve the prognosis when treating the posterior dentition. Root canal treatment using calcium hydroxide as an antibacterial dressing has been reported to be successful in healing large abscess-like periapical lesions. The suggested treatment of periapical abscess with metapex followed by conventional root canal treatment of the involved tooth could result in complete healing of teeth which are initially considered hopeless or recommended for extraction. Case Description: The article is to present a case report on the management of periapical abscess associated with mandibular right first molar utilizing metapex followed by conventional root canal treatment. The patient was evaluated after filling of canals with metapex every three months for one year. Radiographic examination on follow up showed healing of the defect as well as resolution of periapical radiolucency. Clinical evaluation also revealed reduction of tooth mobility. Conclusion: Non-surgical healing with metapex is a non-traumatic and cost effective option that can be employed in cases of periapical lesions. It is a good alternative treatment option in cases where peri-apical surgery is indicated.