Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry
Volume 8, Issue 1 (2017)
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Achieving Surgical Accuracy in Implant Dentistry Using a CAD/CAM Stent: A Case Report
Abstract: Surgical accuracy is of utmost importance in implant dentistry as one of the most common aetiology of implant failure is related to incorrect placement. The surgical aspect of implant placement is vital to the stability, support and retention of the prosthesis to be placed later. CAD/CAM in dentistry has established strong footing in the field of Oral Implantology. The fabrication of a stent to guide the implant drill using CAD/CAM …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Management of Compound Odontome: A Case Report
Abstract: Odontomes are developmental anomalies of the dental tissues and may interfere with the eruption of the associated tooth. Since, these lesions are asymptomatic; they are usually detected in routine radiographic investigations. They can be thought of as “tooth hamartomas” with the lesion consisting of various tooth components. Early diagnosis, prompt clinical decision making followed by a proper treatment at the right time, results in a favourable prognosis. The present report …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Malocclusions and Associated Factors among Children with Neuropsychological, Sensory and Physical Disabilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Abstract: Background: Malocclusions have negative impacts on oral health of children with disabilities. Knowledge on factors associated with malocclusions may help planning preventive measures, necessary for disabled children. The study objective was therefore to determine the prevalence of malocclusions and their associated factors among children with disabilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.Methods: It was a cross-sectional survey that involved 384 children with neuropsychological, sensory and physical disabilities in Dar es Salaam, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Obtaining Balanced Occlusion with Monoplane Teeth Using Balancing Ramp- A Case Report
Abstract: Lateral or tipping forces produce unfavorable forces affecting denture stability and have ill effect on structures comprising the denture foundation area. Denture occlusion differs from natural organic occlusion in order to compensate for the lack of retention, stability and support when compared with natural dentition. Bilateral balance occlusion decreases the transmission of lateral tipping forces. Monoplane occlusion further attempts to decrease the tipping forces by reducing the effect of incline …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 27–29 Read article
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Systemic Ailment of Oral Focal Sepsis: A Review
Abstract: There are so many etiologies which cause diseases in many parts of the body. One of the most important etiologies is focal sepsis in the oral cavity which can cause a variety of systemic diseases. There are many epidemiological studies which have linked poor oral health with cardiovascular disease, poor glycemic control, low birth-weight pre-term babies and a number of other conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, respiratory diseases and osteoporosis. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Implants in Orthodontics: A Review
Abstract: With advent of newer technology in dentistry, implants have turned out to be a boost in orthodontics. These implants help to control the tooth movement. Mini screw implants are currently one of the most commonly accepted treatment modality. At times, these are referred as temporary anchorage devices. It provides the skeletal anchorage when incorporated in the bone and it supports the whole unit. The purpose of this article is to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Management of Basal Cell Adenoma of Parotid Gland with Blair's Incision
Abstract: A basal cell adenoma (BCA) of salivary gland origin is a rare tumour which was included as a separate salivary gland tumour in the classification schemes by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1991. It is an uncommon benign salivary gland epithelial tumor which accounts for 1–2% of all salivary gland epithelial tumors and more than 80% of BCAs arises in the major salivary glands, mostly the parotid gland. It …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–12 Read article