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Analysis of collagen fibres in human dental pulp using picrosirius red stain and polarised microscopy
Conclusion The results from the study show that with aging, thickness of collagen fibers increases and there is change in their arrangement and packaging indicating fibrosis. (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 10, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Comparison of volumetric analysis of lateral compaction & three different vertically compacted thermoplasticized obturation techniques using spiral CT – An in vitro study
This study was conducted to compare volumetrically, the laterally compressed gutta percha with three different vertically compacted thermoplasticized obturating systems using spiral CT, an in vitro study. Materials and methods included preparation of access cavities in 20 single rooted mandibular first premolars, followed by cleaning and shaping. Obturation was done with different thermoplasticized obturation systems: Group A – cold lateral; Group B – Calamus dual; Group C – E & Q Plus; Group D – Obtura II. Volume analysis was done using spiral computed tomography (CT). The percentage difference was calcul...
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

To evaluate the variation in shade by a spectrophotometer of porcelain fused to metal samples with respect to repeated firing and variation in lot of ceramic – An in-vitro study
Publication date: June 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 2 Author(s): Neha Verma , Vaibhav Awinashe , Umesh Palekar Shade matching is an integral part of esthetic dentistry. Thus, this study was done to compare the variation in shade of standardized porcelain fused to metal samples after 5th, 7th and 9th firing with no repeated firing (control group) using a spectrophotometer. It also compared the variation in shade by changing the lot of ceramic of same dentinal shade. For the study 120 samples were made in the form of discs and subdivided into four groups for the requ...
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Oral manifestations of HIV infected children undergoing highly active antiretroviral therapy
Publication date: June 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 2 Author(s): S. Manikandan , V. Suresh Kumar , K. Ramesh Oral manifestations in paediatric HIV infection are diverse and show differences in clinical presentation and severity from that of adults. Very little data exist for oral lesions in paediatric population in India. We aimed to evaluate the oral manifestations of Paediatric HIV seropositive patients undergoing highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). The cross sectional study was conducted on forty four HIV positive children in the age group of 8–14 ye...
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Ectodermal dysplasia – A cephalometric appraisal
Publication date: June 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 2 Author(s): V.P. Jalili , H.C. Neema Ectodermal dysplasia (ED) is a rare genetic disturbance affecting the tissues of ectodermal origin with mutation carried by X chromosome with partial expression in females and major manifestation in male sex. It often presents problems of partial or total anodontia of one or both the series of dentition. Absence of complete dentition is rare. During a time span of 10 years, 4 cases (3 females & 1 male) affected with ectodermal dysplasia have been reported. Female subjec...
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

National Academy of Medical Sciences awards
Publication date: September 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 3 (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Tagging of stainless steel crown – An innovative technique!!!
This article presents a simple and innovative technique to tag stainless steel/cast crown using materials easily available in our clinic. (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Phenytoin-induced gingival overgrowth: A case report
Publication date: September 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 3 Author(s): Antush Mittal , Shoyab Khan Drug-induced gingival enlargement manifests as an abnormal growth of the gingiva due to an adverse drug reaction in patients treated with anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants and calcium channel blockers. The enlargement affects the normal oral hygiene practice and may even interfere with masticatory functions. It may gradually becomes a source of pain and could lead to disfigurement and cosmetic problem, interfere with mastication and speech, impede effective tooth clea...
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Comparison of dentoskeletofacial cephalometric values of Malwa population of Madhya Pradesh with other racial and ethnic groups
Conclusion Compared to internationally well-acclaimed Caucasian norms, Malwa subjects had more protrusive lips, and protruded incisors. The maxillary apical base was found to be more anteriorly placed with normal or comparable mandibular apical base. Subjects exhibited horizontal growth pattern predominantly. (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Occupational hazards in dentistry – Knowledge attitudes and practices of dental practitioners in Belgaum city
Conclusions Occupational hazards pose a significant risk to dentists. Dentists spend more than half of life their life time in a clinical environment. They should be aware of all these hazards and the ways to prevent them. (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Mandibular Hader bar attachment overdenture wearers: A five-year longitudinal clinical evaluation by electromyographic analysis
This study concludes that overdenture with Hader bar system, after five years of function provide a sound justification for a viable alternative treatment modality to provide overdenture with attachment service to patients. (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Evaluation of skeletal and dental maturity indicators and assessment of cervical vertebral maturation stages by height/width ratio of third cervical vertebra
Conclusions Skeletal maturity indicators show significant correlation amongst them but not with dental maturity indicator used in the study. CVMI stage can be assessed objectively by calculating the height/width ratio of C3 vertebra. (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

From the Chairman's desk
Publication date: September 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 3 (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Change of Address
Publication date: December 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 4 (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

PFA CDE and 27th Annual Convocation and Awards Ceremony
Publication date: December 2013 Source:Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section), Volume 27, Issue 4 (Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section))
Source: Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section) - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research