Central Giant Cell Granuloma - Report of a Rare Case with Review of Literature

  

  S. Manoj Kumar , P. E. Chandra Mouli

 Abstract

Central giant cell granuloma (CGCG) is an uncommon benign proliferative lesion that occurs more commonly in the anterior mandible. It may become aggressive, leading to expansion and perforation of the cortex. Mobility and displacement of teeth, as well as root resorption, are often observed. This report presents a case of a 7-year-old female patient with CGCG in the mandible. ...Read More >>

 Oral Myiasis Caused by Chrysomya Bezziana

  

  B. Saravana Kumar , Karthikeyan , Deenadayalan , Sathyanarayanan , Baladandayudham , Selva Kumar

 Abstract

Oral myiasis, a rare disease primarily caused by larvae of certain Dipteran flies, is typically reported in developing countries and tropical regions. In this report, we present a case of oral myiasis in the maxillary anterior region of a 14-year-old mentally challenged boy, caused by larvae of the Chrysomya bezziana species. ...Read More >>

 Socket Preservation with Autogenous Chin Graft and Connective Tissue Graft in an Aggressive Periodontitis Patient - A Case Report

  

  Paavai Ilango , P. Harinath , Vineela Katam Reddy , Venkat subba reddy

 Abstract

Socket preservation and augmentation have become the mainstays of dental implant therapy. The management of mutilated sockets following extractions has been a continuous challenge for clinicians, especially when preventing immediate implant placement. Autogenous grafts are the gold standard in bone grafting techniques, and the use of connective tissue grafts in ridge augmentation for correcting soft tissue defects is well-documented in the literature. The present case report involves a young male patient with generalized aggressive periodontitis and Grade III mobility of teeth 25 and 35, both of which had a hopeless prognosis. A treatment plan was established that included full mouth root surface debridement, extraction of teeth 25 and 35, socket preservation in both sockets, and open flap debridement. A cortico-cancellous chin graft and connective tissue graft were used for the augmentation procedure. Six months following augmentation, excellent bucco-lingual and apico-coronal dimensions were achieved. This case report demonstrates the predictability of using autogenous bone grafts and connective tissue grafts for functional and aesthetic augmentation of extensively damaged extraction sockets. ...Read More >>

 Stem Cells in Periodontal Therapy (A Review)

  

  K. Sasireka , Bobby Kurien

 Abstract

Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease that causes the loss of supporting periodontal tissues. For decades, periodontists have tried to find ways to repair the damage caused by periodontitis, but periodontal regeneration is still considered biologically possible but clinically unpredictable. Tissue engineering offers a new approach to periodontal tissue regeneration that relies on proper stem cells and effective cellular factors. It's astonishing to see how quickly the field of genetics has progressed in recent years, and one major discovery has revolutionized healthcare practice: the derivation of human embryonic stem cells. These cells can be directed to develop into specific tissues or organs to replace those that have been lost due to disease. The identification of mesenchymal stem cell populations within the periodontium has sparked interest in the potential use of stem cell-based therapies to treat the damage caused by periodontal diseases. ...Read More >>