Unilateral Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy - A Case Report and Review of Literature

  

  V. T. Hemalatha , Ravi David Austin , Phillip Mathew , l. Vijayalakshmi

 Abstract

Masseter hypertrophy is a benign condition characterized by unilateral or bilateral enlargement of the masseter muscles, which was first described by Legg in 1880. The highest incidence of this condition is in the second and third decades of life with no gender predilection. The etiology in the majority of cases is unclear. However, most cases have a clenching or grinding habit, and other conditions such as temporomandibular joint disorders, bruxism, and malocclusion have also been suspected as causative factors for this condition. Other factors include unilateral chewing due to loss of teeth or dental pain, congenital atriovenous fistula, or focal dystonia. This paper describes a case of idiopathic unilateral masseter muscle hypertrophy in a 40-year-old male, reviews the literature, and proposes effective treatment options. ...Read More >>

 Radiation Protection in Dentistry – A Review

  

  T. Manigandan , P. Vimal Kumar , T. Sarumathi , A. Amudhan

 Abstract

Dental radiography is one of the most valuable tools used in modern dental health care. It helps to diagnose certain dental conditions that would otherwise be difficult to identify, and its judicious use is of considerable benefit to the patient. However, the use of dental radiological procedures must be carefully managed because X-radiation has the potential to damage healthy cells and tissues. The aim of radiation protection in dentistry is to obtain the desired clinical information with minimum radiation exposure to patients, dental personnel, and the public. There are four main concerns when dealing with radiation hazards. First, patients should not be subjected to unnecessary dental radiography. Second, patients need to be protected from unnecessary exposures. Third, it is essential that personnel in the dental office be protected from unnecessary exposure to radiation. Finally, the public requires adequate protection. This review focuses on these parameters of radiation protection in dentistry. ...Read More >>

 Surgical Alveolar Corticotomy Assisted Retraction of Lower Incisors: A Case Report

  

  M. Narendra Reddy , K. S. Prem Kumar , V. Bhaskar

 Abstract

Orthodontists are continually searching for science-based treatment options to better address the needs and concerns of patients and to achieve better treatment acceptance. Limitations in traditional orthodontic techniques and the length of requisite treatment times often create barriers to providers and patients' willingness to accept orthodontics as part of the treatment plan. Surgical alveolar corticotomies in orthodontic therapy, with their own indications and protocols, greatly shorten the treatment times by causing bone demineralization through a Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon (RAP) that "supercharges" dentoalveolar tooth movement. With these procedures, an interdisciplinary team can modify the dentoalveolar complex predictably so that the teeth, alveolar bone, and skeletal components are addressed properly to maximize ideal functional and esthetic relationships while greatly reducing treatment time and increasing the stability of the result. ...Read More >>

 An Observational Study to Assess Osseointegration of Endosseous Dental Implants Using Implant Stability Quotient (ISQ) Value

  

  J. KannaPeruman , Gowri N. , V. Anusha , M. Narasimman

 Abstract

The objective of this study is to measure the Implant Stability Quotient (ISQ) values of implants at the time of fixture placement and during the healing period to investigate the factors affecting implant stability, which is a crucial predictor of implant success. Materials and Methods: Fifty implants were placed in 39 patients, and the ISQ values were measured using the OStell Mentor device. The ISQ values were measured at the time of fixture placement and 1, 4, 6, 8, and 12 weeks after implant placement. Results: No implant failures occurred during this time period. The changing pattern of ISQ was similar in all the implants, with good primary stability, followed by a decrease from 1 to 4 weeks, an increase after 6 weeks, and relative stability or a slight increase afterward. Within the limitations of this study, it can be concluded that repeated measurements of ISQ values during the healing period have diagnostic benefits. ...Read More >>

 Bone Screw in Preliminary Stabilization of comminuted Fracture in Angle Along with rigid Internal Fixation - A Technical Note

  

  Murugan , A. Thangavelu , Ninan Thomas

 Abstract

We have presented a technique for reducing comminuted mandibular angle fractures, which involves using a bone screw and rigid internal fixation. This technique can effectively stabilize smaller comminuted fragments.  ...Read More >>