Maxillary Impacted Canines A Clinical Concept

  

  Muhamad Abu-Hussein , Nezar Watted , Peter Proff , Azzaldeen Abdulgani , Ali Watted , Borbély Peter

 Abstract

Impacted canines are a common finding among patients who seek orthodontic treatment. Diagnosis of impacted canines is achieved through clinical and radiographic examination, and treatment planning is based on diagnostic findings and criteria that take into consideration the minimization of injury and preservation of periodontal health. Once orthodontic treatment is decided on, the attraction of impacted canines is accomplished by applying elastic chain directly to brackets adjacent to impacted canine teeth, to the orthodontic wire, to orthodontic screws, or to lingual or palatal bars or transpalatal bars with extensions, which are used as anchorage systems for the dental arch. The aim of this study is to review the etiology of canine impaction and to emphasize the importance of imaging and data processing in diagnosis. Additionally, we will evaluate different surgical methods and treatment options, with the help of cases presented in this paper. All cases were treated through interdisciplinary cooperation between an orthodontist and an oral surgeon. ...Read More >>

 Aspergillosis Involving Maxillary Sinus - An Unusual Oral Presentation

  

  Nithin Mathew Cherian , Sankar Vinod V. , Praveen Mathew , Joseph Johny Parakkal

 Abstract

Aspergillosis is a term used to describe a range of diseases resulting from infection with fungi belonging to the Aspergillus genus. The most common types include allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, pulmonary aspergilloma, and invasive aspergillosis. Aspergillosis typically affects individuals who have compromised immune systems due to disease or immunosuppressive medications, and it is a leading cause of death in patients with acute leukemia and those who undergo hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. This report describes a case of invasive aspergillosis in a 76-year-old male with a perforation in the anterior hard palate. The patient was diagnosed and treated by maxillofacial surgeons. ...Read More >>

 Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumour Arising from Dentigerous Cyst – A Rare Case Report

  

  E. Pradeepa , C. SaravanaBharathi , S. Ramasamy , Ravi David Austin

 Abstract

Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumor (AOT) is a relatively uncommon lesion that mainly affects females in their second decade of life. It exhibits a predilection for the anterior maxilla and is usually associated with the crown of an embedded tooth, most commonly the maxillary canine. Here, we report a rare case of AOT arising from a dentigerous cyst involving a lateral incisor in a 24-year-old male patient with an aggressive clinical behavior. ...Read More >>

 Root Canal Morphology of Permanent Mandibular Second Molar in a South Indian Population Using Computed Tomography

  

  Subha N. , Koshy Minu , Deepa D. , Prabu M. , Prabhakar V.

 Abstract

The aim of this study was to use SpiralCT to examine the root canal morphology of mandibular second molars in a South Indian population. One hundred and ten extracted mandibular second molars were scanned by Spiral CT scanner and analyzed for the number of roots, the number of root canals per root, and the root canal configuration in each root.The results showed that 91.91% of the molars had two roots, 4.55% had three roots, 5.45% had a single root, and only 0.91% had four roots. Three root canals were found in 62.73% of the teeth, followed by two canals in 20.02%. C-shaped canals were seen in 4.55% of teeth.In conclusion, the study found a predominance of two roots and three canals in the mandibular second molars of the South Indian population. Type IV canal configuration was common in mesial roots, and Type I in distal roots. The study also recorded the presence of three roots and C-shaped canals. ...Read More >>

 Laser Safety

  

  J. Selvakumar , R. M. R. K. Sudharsan

 Abstract

Laser technology has become an essential tool in modern dental practice due to its precision, safety, and effectiveness in various procedures. However, it is important to note that lasers also have their disadvantages. When deciding to use a laser, it is crucial to match the wavelength, power, and energy density to the target tissue absorptive characteristics to ensure the best possible treatment outcome. Dental surgeons or laser dentists must be knowledgeable about laser physics and laser-tissue interactions at different wavelengths to prevent hazardous damage to the eyes and skin of both the surgeon's assistants and patients. Failure to limit the extent of the laser's lateral heat conduction by an untrained clinician can cause a conduction burn that extends well beyond the laser surgical site, which could have disastrous consequences. This article reviews the safety measures that should be taken to avoid the hazards associated with using lasers in dentistry. ...Read More >>