Frenectomy From Periodontist Perspective – A Review
Authors: Dr M.Nivethitha, Dr.V.R. Balaji, Dr.D.Manikandan
AbstractFrenum is a fold of mucus membrane enclosing the muscle fibres. It attaches the lips and cheeks to the alveolar
mucosa and/or gingiva and underlying periosteum. The aberrancy in the frenal attachments pose problems
with esthetics and periodontal health. Frenectomy is the procedure done to correct such aberrancies in frenal
attachments. Various techniques have been proposed to do frenectomy. Yet the correct time to do frenectomy
has not been clearly defined. This review will help to enlighten its readers with few opinions about the time of
performing frenectomy surgeries.
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Pages:45-48
2nd Article
Multiple Tobacco Related Lesions with Squamous Cell Carcinoma – A Case Report
Authors: Chandhini K, Priya Ramani, P S Gayathri, Srithi Srinath
Abstract
Oral squamous cell carcinoma is the most commonly occurring
malignant disease worldwide. The oral squamous cell carcinoma
shares clinical similarity with various forms of inflammatory
gingival lesions and is often misdiagnosed in our routine dental
practice. Oral tongue carcinomas represent approximately 25% of
oral cavity carcinomas. These lesions are characterized by early
infiltration into the underlying tongue musculature with an early
and high risk for regional metastases. The dentist should have
precise knowledge regarding the clinical manifestation of this
deadly disease as early diagnosis and prompt treatment. Early
detection of such lesions can help in reducing morbidity and
mortality
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Pages:49-52
3rd Article
Assessment Of Pain Control During Separators Placement Using Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Device (Tens) : A Split – Mouth Study (Research Article)
Authors: Dr.K.Sai Sruthi, Dr.P. Bravin Paul, Dr.M.M. Varadharaja
Abstract
AIM : To assess the level of pain control achieved using transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation device
(TENS) during orthodontic elastomeric separator placement.
Methods : Ninety subjects were randomly assigned to three groups, the first group received low-frequency
TENS and placebo, the second group received high-frequency TENS and placebo, the third group received
high- and low-frequency TENS respectively. In each group, elastomeric separators were placed mesial and
distal to the maxillary first molar in both the quadrants. A scientific medical system TENS was used to deliver
the electric current. A visual analogue scale (VAS) was used to evaluate the pain.
Result : There was a statistically significant difference correlation between TENS group and control group.
No statistically significant results between high and low frequency TENS group. Conclusion: The present
study suggests that orthodontic separator pain can be effectively reduced by TENS, either at high frequency
or at low frequency.
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Pages:53-57
4th Article
Recent Advances In Post Systems -A Review
Authors: DR. PRADEEP NIVAS VARATHARAJAN, DR. MADHURAM K, DR. NAVEEN KUMAR V, DR.
ASHOK LEBURU, MRS.R MOHANA M.SC
Abstract
Preservation of natural tooth in dental arch is ultimate objective of dental treatment. After endodontic treatment,
tooth becomes brittle and prone to fracture which results in reduction of strength of crown causing fracture of
cusp or sometimes weakness of the roots. In order to strengthen crown some anchorage within teeth has to be
made and that anchorage and support is gained by rigid structure which is known as post. This article focuses
on recent advances in post systems and their application, merits and demerits in endodontics.
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Pages:58-65
5th Article
Effectiveness Of Myrrh Extract Mouth Rinse On The Gingival Health Of Orthodontic Patients- A Prospective,Double Blinded, Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Dr. N. Rajvikram, Dr. Vaishnavi Seetharaman, Dr. M.K. Karthikeyan, Dr. R. Saravanan, Dr. U.
Vivekanandhan
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Pages: 66-69