Management of over retention of permanent incisor impacted by compound odontoma: Clinical, radiological, and microscopic evaluation
ConclusionOrthodontic management was successfully performed for correct alignment of the maxillary left central incisor impacted by compound odontoma reestablishing function, phonation, and esthetic. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Current knowledge among pediatric dentistry specialists in Japan regarding prevention of infective endocarditis
Publication date: Available online 5 April 2018Source: Pediatric Dental JournalAuthor(s): Kazuma Kokomoto, Ryota Nomura, Takahiro Ohara, Satoshi Nakatani, Takashi Ooshima, Kazuhiko NakanoAbstractInfective endocarditis (IE) is a life-threatening disease, with dental procedures known to produce bacteremia considered to be major factors in its development. Thus, prevention of IE onset with antibiotics given prior to performing dental treatments is widely recommended. However, few studies have been conducted to determine the general knowledge of pediatric dentists regarding IE prevention. Members of the Japanese Society of Ped...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Esthetic rehabilitation of first permanent molars affected with severe form of Molar Incisor Hypomineralization using indirect composite onlays-A case series
Publication date: Available online 31 May 2018Source: Pediatric Dental JournalAuthor(s): Ankita Dhareula, Ashima Goyal, Krishan Gauba, Sarabjot Kaur BhatiaAbstractRestorative management of MIH affected young permanent first molars is often challenging for pediatric dentists. Poor patient compliance, extreme sensitivity, rarity of the condition and increased treatment costs are some of the factors compounding its management. Traditionally, Stainless Steel and Cast Metal crowns have been the mainstay for management of these molars. However, young age of patients and demand for esthetics necessitates the search for an estheti...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Oral findings in a patient with megacystis microcolon intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome: A case report
Publication date: Available online 11 June 2018Source: Pediatric Dental JournalAuthor(s): Chihiro Takasaki, Toshihiro Yoshihara, Yasutaka YawakaAbstractMegacystis microcolon intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome (MMIHS) is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by abdominal distension, distended non-obstructive urinary bladder, microcolon, and intestinal hypoperistalsis. Although facial manifestations have been reported, oral findings in MMIHS patients have never been described. Here, we report the case of a 4-year 10-month-old girl with MMIHS who visited our clinic for delayed tooth eruption. Oral examination revealed that...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Material properties on enamel and fissure of surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer filler-containing dental sealant
ConclusionThese findings suggest that the sealant is an extremely effective material for preventing caries. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Clinical and radiographic evaluation of four different zinc-oxide integrated root canal obturating materials used in primary teeth
ConclusionsThese results suggest that the sodium fluoride and aloe vera may be considered as suitable alternative root canal obturating materials for primary teeth with low cost to achieve acceptable therapeutic results. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Trichloroacetic Acid for localized juvenile spongiotic gingival hyperplasia: A case report with a novel treatment
Publication date: Available online 2 July 2018Source: Pediatric Dental JournalAuthor(s): L. Moine, G. GilliganAbstractIntroductionLocalized juvenile spongiotic gingival hyperplasia (LJSGH) was originally described by Darling and Chang as a rare gingival condition which involves youngs and young adults. A high recurrence rate was also described after excision.AimThe aim of this study is to report a case of a 13-years old male with a gingival mass diagnosed as LJSGH treated with a novel treatment based on topical applications of Trichloroacetic Acid (TA) after a conventional surgical treatment. TA could be a safe alternative...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
A rare case of multiple benign tumors of gingiva in a 4 year old child
Publication date: Available online 5 July 2018Source: Pediatric Dental JournalAuthor(s): Pooja Ahluwalia Sethi, Sunaina Jodhka, Sumit Sethi, Jasleen Kaur, Rajiv Surendra DesaiAbstractHemangioma is a benign proliferation of blood vessels closely simulating normal vessels which may present at any age from birth to old age. Hemangiomas have a typical clinical pattern of rapid proliferation followed by involution, during which these may present with sudden increase in size raising suspicion of malignancy. However, they almost never turn malignant but occasionally may permeate all tissue barriers in an aggressive fashion. Infan...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Dental caries prevalence and treatment level of neglected children at two child guidance centers
ConclusionsOur results indicate that, due to a lack of daily oral care, dental caries are significantly more prevalent in children at CGCs. CGCs may be good places to improve neglected children's dental caries and oral health care. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Early exfoliation of permanent tooth in patient with hypophosphatasia
ConclusionPermanent teeth may have a risk of early exfoliation as well as other structural abnormalities in HPP patients, thus longitudinal dental follow-up examinations of affected patients are required. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Mandibular condyle fracture in Japanese girl and 10-year follow-up findings
Publication date: December 2017Source: Pediatric Dental Journal, Volume 27, Issue 3Author(s): Masakazu Hamada, Ryota Nomura, Hiroyuki Yano, Atsushi Masui, Kazuma Kokomoto, Kazuhiko Nakano, Yoshiaki YuraAbstractA condyle fracture is the most common type of those that occur in the mandible, and is generally treated by an open reduction procedure or conservatively when encountered in children. Conservative treatment often results in a satisfactory long-term outcome of jaw function. Nevertheless, follow-up examinations after treatment are important to minimize potential effects of late complications. An 11-year-old Japanese gi...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
A case of high density abnormality in x-ray findings of mandible caused by leakage of root canal filling paste
Publication date: December 2017Source: Pediatric Dental Journal, Volume 27, Issue 3Author(s): Haruko Kashiwamura, Kyoko Oka, Yoko Tuchihashi, Hanako Yoshioka, Mayumi Kato, Atsuko Baba, Toyohiro Kagawa, Kazuhiko Okamura, Masao OzakiAbstractBackgroundCalcium hydroxide paste is widely used for endodontic treatment as a root canal filling material. However, appropriate filling with that paste at the root apex is difficult because of the properties of the material and tooth root condition.Case reportHere, we report a 4-year clinical follow-up of leakage of calcium hydroxide paste into the mandible during endodontic treatment. T...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
A rare triple tooth in primary dentition: CT findings
Publication date: December 2017Source: Pediatric Dental Journal, Volume 27, Issue 3Author(s): Irem Mergen Gultekin, Serdar Uysal, Melek Dilek Turgut, Sema Dural, Meryem TekcicekAbstractTriplication is a rare dental anomaly and defined as the fusion of three teeth. In the present case report, a five-year-old healthy girl with the triplication of the two mandibular primary right incisors along with a supernumerary tooth was presented. A periapical radiograph, panoramic radiograph and cone-beam tomography of the triple tooth revealed separate pulp chambers combining in the cervical area and forming one pulp canal along the ro...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Prevalence of oral habits in a child population in Trinidad, West Indies
ConclusionThe prevalence of both nutritive and non-nutritive oral habits in Trinidad are high and some associations were found with gender, ethnicity, social, dietary and familial factors. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Unilateral open-bite caused by an impacted primary molar with ankylosis: A case report
Publication date: December 2017Source: Pediatric Dental Journal, Volume 27, Issue 3Author(s): Issei Saitoh, Satoshi Fukumoto, Yoko Iwase, Haruaki Hayasaki, Youichi YamasakiAbstractManagement of the developing dentition and occlusion performs early and healthy oral optimization by diagnosing and treating their malocclusion and dysfunction in optimal period. We treated a posterior open-bite triggered by an impacted tooth with ankylosis. Her second primary molar was impacted with ankylosis of the buccal roots. She usually had her tongue thrust against her right posterior teeth. Timely and actively accelerated eruption of her ...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
