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Salivary 8-Hydroxydeoxyguanosine – a valuable indicator for oxidative DNA damage in periodontal disease
Conclusion A higher salivary 8-OHdG level seems to depict an increased oxidative stress during periodontal disease. Our study indicated that 8-OHdG levels in saliva appear to reflect status of periodontal health. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

A rare clinical phenomenon of four rooted maxillary second molar: A case report
Publication date: Available online 18 April 2014 Source:The Saudi Journal for Dental Research Author(s): Srinivasan Ramasamy Adequate knowledge about the morphology of root canal system is elementary for successful endodontic treatment. Maxillary second molars usually present with clinical morphology of two buccal and one palatal root. Occurrence of an extra palatal root is a rare scenario and least documented. The following case report describes successful non-surgical management of maxillary second molar with an unusual morphology of two independent palatal roots. The access cavity design was modified as dictated by...
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

A cross sectional study of gender differences in dental anxiety prevailing in the students of a Pakistani dental college
Conclusions Female dental students and pre-clinical students were found more anxious as compared to male dental students and clinical students respectively. Counseling sessions and exposure therapy (exposure of clinical procedures in this case) at an early stage of dental training could be helpful in reducing the anxiety levels. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Oral plasma-cell mucositis exacerbated by qat chewing – A case series
Publication date: Available online 26 June 2014 Source:The Saudi Journal for Dental Research Author(s): Mohammed Sultan Al-ak’hali , Khaled Abdulsalam Al-haddad , Nezar Noor Al-hebshi Plasma-cell mucositis (PCM) is a rare idiopathic condition that affects the mucus membrane at one or more of the body orifices. We hereby present eight cases of oral PCM associated with qat chewing. The patients (all males, 20–33years old) presented with chronic painful inflammatory mucosal lesions involving different sites of the oral cavity, particularly the gingiva. An erythematous and swollen gingiva with velvety surface was a ...
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Chromatic stability of light-activated resin and heat-cure acrylic resin submitted to accelerated aging
Conclusions Eclipse denture base material is significantly more color stable than the Lucitone-199. Tea has the highest discoloration effect on Eclipse, but within the acceptable clinical levels. On the other hand, coffee has more discoloration effect on Lucitone-199, while, the least staining effect was caused by strawberry colorant solution on both Eclipse and Lucitone-199. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Retraction of the upper maxillary incisors with corticotomy-facilitated orthodontics and mini-implants
This report describes a case of 21-year-old female with severe maxillary protrusion, and class ІІ/1 dental relationship. The treatment plan was extraction of upper first premolars and retraction of the anterior teeth. Mini-implants were used to provide maximum anchorage to maintain the extraction space. To shorten the retraction time selective alveolar corticotomy was combined with orthodontic therapy. The treatment time was reduced without any adverse effects on the periodontium and the vitality of the teeth. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Prevalence of complete edentulism among Udaipur population of India
Conclusions Periodontal disease can be prevented by stopping the habit of smoking and maintaining proper oral hygiene by giving the instructions of brushing twice daily and visiting to the dentists every 6months so the prevalence of complete edentulousness may be reduced. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Juvenile psammomatoid ossifying fibroma with secondary aneurysmal bone cyst of mandible
We report a case of JPOF of the mandible with secondary ABC in an 18-year-old male patient. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Salvadora persica L. (Meswak) in dental hygiene
Publication date: July 2014 Source:The Saudi Journal for Dental Research, Volume 5, Issue 2 Author(s): Hilal Ahmad , K. Rajagopal Salvadora persica L. of the family Salvadoraceae, is an evergreen shrub, with a short trunk 4–6m tall, smooth green leaves and white bark. Meswak, a chewing stick is prepared from its stings and roots. Its anatomical structure as well as its chemical constituent which had been investigated from time to time in last three decades made this plant a choice as tooth-powder and tooth-cleaner. The acceptance of meswak is broad due to the fact that a part of Islam’s religious practice is the...
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Treatment perception and utilization of dental services during pregnancy among sampled women in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Conclusions The majority of the sampled pregnant women did not visit the dentist during pregnancy and had major misconceptions about the need for and/or the safety of dental treatment during pregnancy. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Platelet-rich fibrin: Its role in periodontal regeneration
Publication date: July 2014 Source:The Saudi Journal for Dental Research, Volume 5, Issue 2 Author(s): Chandran Preeja , Sivadas Arun Platelets can play a crucial role in periodontal regeneration as they are reservoirs of growth factors and cytokines which are the key factors for regeneration of the bone and maturation of the soft tissue. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) are autologous platelet concentrates prepared from patient’s own blood. Recent researches are being focused on the development of therapeutic alternatives which are easy to prepare, non-toxic or biocompatible to living tiss...
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Dental and medical practitioners’ awareness and attitude toward evidence based practice in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A comparative study
Conclusion EBP has not been used to its maximum, despite excellent attitude toward its usage among both physicians and dentists. More efforts should be put into strengthening the skills and use of EBP among all medical practitioners, particularly among dentists, working in Saudi Arabia. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

The effect of fixed partial dentures on periodontal status of abutment teeth
This study was aimed to assess the periodontal status of Saudi adult females who had received regular oral prophylaxis following the insertion of fixed partial dentures. The effects of sub- and supra-gingivally placed crown margins were also assessed. The study sample included 78 females who had fixed partial dentures made by senior students at the College of Dentistry of King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. From each study participant, two paired eligible sites, one for the abutment and one for the matched non-abutment teeth, were selected. The plaque index, gingival index, probing pocket depth, tooth mobility an...
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Dental laser education and knowledge among final year dental students at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Conclusion Dental students at King Saud University had inadequate laser education and insufficient knowledge regarding the uses of laser in different specialties in Dentistry. More education about dental laser should be added to the curriculum of undergraduate program. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Prosthetic management of microstomia with sectional denture
This article focuses on fabrication of sectional trays and sectional dentures that could enable easier and competent in a patient with limited oral opening. (Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research)
Source: The Saudi Journal for Dental Research - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research