Estrogen And Idiopathic Condylar Resorption In Orthodontics-A Review Article
Authors: Ashwadhi Sunil, M.K.Karthikeyan, Rajakumar, Vinoth Kumar, Vivekanandhan Umapathy
AbstractIdiopathic condylar resorption (ICR) is a condition with no specific cause. Condylar resorption occurs more
frequently in women because of the pathogenesis of sex hormones. Cone-beam computed tomography and
magnetic resonance imaging are vital imaging methods for diagnosis of Idiopathic condylar resorption.The
symptoms of ICR overlap with osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, physiologic resorption/remodeling,
congenital disorders affecting the mandible.Thus a thorugh medical and physical history is essential in
understanding the pathogenesis of idiopathic condylar resorption.Idiopathic condylar resorption can be active
or passive.. This review provides an early glimpse of low estrogen and idiopathic condylar resorption.
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Pages:70-74
2nd Article
Knowledge And Awareness Of Dental Implants Among General Public In India- A Web-Based Questionnaire Survey
Authors: Dr.V.R.Balaji MDS, Dr.Manikandan Dhanasekaran MDS, Dr.Soundariya BalaMuralei, Dr.Santhosh
Kumar S.R
Abstract
BACKGROUND: To develop an evidence based report on the level of knowledge and awareness about dental
implants among public in South India through web–based questionnaire. So that this can be utilized for better
understanding of patients’ needs and gain of knowledge among dental practitioners. MATERIALS&METHODS:
A structured questionnaire survey was done to assess the level of knowledge and awareness about dental
implants among the public through Google form. Two interviewers with dental background did the study, for
a period of 4 months. All questions were close-ended multiple-choice questions.
RESULTS: 1050 participants recorded their responses for this survey. Among them 566 (53.9%) are males
and 484 (46.1%) are females, between age groups of 15-75 years. About 59.81% people have heard implant
as a treatment procedure and 40.19% not aware, but on the contrary only 7.8% respondents have undergone
an implant procedure.
CONCLUSION: This survey reflects the clinical scenario of our day-to-day practice. Even though the patient
knows of this dental treatment, many are not willing to undergo this procedure. The reason behind may be the
fear of surgery or the cost of this treatment but it is in the clinician’s hands to improve this current situation in
South India. Based on the result of our study, it is prudent for the clinician to put more effort in order to deliver
efficient treatment protocols and glean this evidence to improve patient’s perception and acceptance for this
treatment.
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Pages:75-79
3rd Article
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura – A Case Report and Narrative Review
Authors: Dr. Ilamurugan Ezhilarasi, Mrs. N. Karthiga Priyadharshini, Dr. Paramasivam Preethi,
Dr. K.R. Shakila, Dr. Thalaimalai Saravanan
Abstract
An autoimmune bleeding disorder, formerly known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura is characterized
by isolated thrombocytopenia which is not associated with any other systemic illnesses. ITP in adults is often
considered an autoimmune disorder, as the body produces antibodies that damage some of its own products-in
this case, blood platelets. It is recorded that immune thrombocytopenic purpura occurs in about 2 in 1,00,000
adults. The course is more chronic although spontaneous remission can also occur within months of initial
diagnosis. A thorough and timely workup of thrombocytopenia is necessary as it is considered as a diagnosis
of exclusion to rule out other differentials of ITP. The present case report emphazises a case report and review
on immune thrombocytopenic purpura in a 24- years old female who was identified in our hospital who visited
for a normal dental screening.
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Pages:80-82
4th Article
Patients preference towards dentist’s attire in Pediatric Dentistry- A short study
Authors: Dr. Dr. Arnab Mondal, Dr. Joyson Moses
Abstract
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Pages:83-88