Management Of Palatally Impacted Maxillary Canine – Case Report
Authors:Dr. Nimisha Mithradas, Dr. Anu Varghese, Dr. Sudeepthi
Abstract
Impaction of maxillary and mandibular canine is a frequently
encountered clinical problem, the treatment of which usually
requires an interdisciplinary approach. Diagnosis of impacted
canine includes clinical and radiographic examination. Surgical
exposure of the impacted tooth and the complex orthodontic
mechanisms are applied to align the tooth into the occlusion. In
this case report palatally impacted maxillary canines are exposed
surgically and orthodontically aligned to more buccal position. Download this Article
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Wing Denture” For The Manangement Of Proclined Premaxilla With Labial Undercut- A Case Report
Authors: Dr.Dhivya Priya.J, Dr.Arunpriyatharsini.S, Dr.Sridharan.R, Dr.Mohamed Ejaj. M.
AbstractEsthetics plays a vital role in the prosthodontic rehabilitations. In patients with
proclined premaxillary region/labial undercut, it is challenging to the prosthodontist to achieve
the desirable esthetics. In this article we will discussing about a non-surgical management of
the proclined premaxilla in a complete denture patient using a modified flange.
KEYWORDS: proclined pre maxilla, modified flange, gum fit dentures, esthetics
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Management Of Oral Mucormycosis In A Diabetic Patient:A Case Report
Authors:Dr.A.Mathan Mohan, Dr.Bhuvaneswari Mani, Dr.T.Komalavalli, Dr.Indumathi , Dr.Arvinth
vishnu, T.V.L.S.Magesh
AbstractMucormycosis is a fulminant opportunistic fungus that primarily affects immunocompromised persons.
Inhalation of fungal spores causes infection in the nose and paranasal sinuses. The fungus infiltrates the
arteries, causing thrombosis and necrosis of the hard and soft tissues of maxillary region. We present a case
of mucormycosis-induced maxillary necrosis in a diabetic patient and patient was on amphotericin B for past
few days. Early diagnosis and prompt surgical approach like maxillectomy was performed can reduce the
mortality and morbidity of this lethal fungal infection.
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The Oroantral Fistula: A Case Report
Authors: Dr.M.veeramuthu, MDS, Mrs. Sunitha MSC(N), Dr. A. Mathan Mohan MDS, Dr.GR Karthikeyan
MDS, Dr.V.Deepak MDS, Dr.Nirmala devar MDS
AbstractIntroduction: An unnatural communication between the maxillary sinus and oral cavity is known as “oroantral communication”(OAC) and if it does not close spontaneously, it is epithelialized so that
oroantral fistula develops.(2) The most common cause of oroantral fistula is the extraction of a maxillary
molar or premolar.(2,11) The close relationship between the apex of these teeth and the thinness of the antral
floor explains this.(11) From simple local methods like buccal advancement flap to complex distal flaps and
grafts, various methods have been described in the literature for the closure of these communication.(2) To
facilitate gravitational drainage and aeration via an inferior meatal antrostomy and to remove irreversibly
damaged mucosa of the maxillary sinus, Caldwell Luc procedure was designed.(10) Objective: To describe a
case report of oroantral fistula [OAF] and its closure. Case Report: We repot a case of 28 years old male patient
who came to our attention for the presence of the OAF and presence of maxillary third molar root piece in the
maxillary sinus. This patient was treated by“ OBTURATOR procedure.”
Conclusion: This treatment modality provide a systematic approach for repair of oro-antral communications
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Does Toll Like Receptors Have Double Edge? : A Review
Authors:Dr.Vikram C, Dr.Shanmugam M, Dr.Smirithi D, Dr.Annie arokya mary
Abstract
Vertebral immunity can be broadly classified into adaptive and innate immunity .Innate immunity is the
first line of defense. Adaptive immunity are regulated by clonally distributed B and T lymphocytes and are
characterized by specificity and memory .Innate immunity works through toll-like receptors (TLRs), which
recognize the molecular patterns on virulent bacteria known as pathogen-associated molecular patterns(PAMP).
The periodontium is constantly exposed to microorganisms which inturn stimulates the innate immune sytem.
The toll like receptors present on gingival epithelial cells are continuously stimulated, resulting in production
of cytokines and defensins that help to maintain oral health. If the epithelial barrier is breached, allowing
invasion of bacteria into the underlying connective tissue, the TLRs on other resident and non-resident cells of
the periodontium become activated. This leads to an exaggerated release of pro-inflammatory cytokines and
other biological mediators, which may cause host tissue destruction. The present review examines the role of
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