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Does Implant Connection Design Affect Interpretation of Radiographic Images?

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Implants only have minimal mobility attributed to bone elasticity, and assessment of the three-dimensional (3D) implant position is necessary for implant-supported prostheses. Impression making is considered to be a distinct clinical procedure stage and prosthesis misfit and subsequent mechanical and biological complications may occur because of an inaccurate impression. Radiographic Images Mechanical complications attributed to prosthesis misfit include screw loosening, screw fracture, implant fracture and occlusal inaccuracy. Increased plaque accumulation and subsequent soft and hard tissue reactions and degradations are among the biological complications resulting from marginal discrepancy that result from prosthesis misfit. Achieving an ideal passive fit is not clinically feasible; however, the misfit can be minimized to prevent possible complications.  Read More>>>>>>>>>

Periodontal Re-treatment in Patients on Maintenance Following Pocket Reduction Surgery

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One of the main objectives in periodontal treatment is to help the patient to maintain stability of the periodontal tissues after active therapy and periodontal health has been achieved.  Pocket Reduction Surgery Active therapy is referred to as periodontal treatment, which includes non-surgical and surgical therapy. In order to maintain stability of the periodontal tissues, one of the important goals of active therapy is to reduce or eliminate periodontal pockets to provide the patient access for plaque removal. Read More>>>>>>

The Role of Dentistry in Sleep Medicine

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Patients have benefitted greatly from the advances in cosmetic dentistry and implant surgery. So what’s next? In recent years there has been a growing interest in SleepDentistry and the role that dentists can have in improving the airway.  Dentistry in Sleep Medicine The spiralling increase in sleep disorders & associated problems has lead to a questioning of how these could be prevented and how best to treat established conditions. Nasal breathing has long been accepted as being far more efficient than mouth breathing. Functional orthodontists have, for many years, been aware of the useful role that they can play but this has not been accepted in more traditional circles. At the present time there is no robust data, however clinical experience does support changes in the airway. Read More>>>>>>>>>>>

Presurgical Treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate Babies with a PNAM Appliance

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Craniofacial development is one of the most complex events during embryonic development, and craniofacial abnormalities are among the most common of all birth defects. Compared to many other birth anomalies, cleft lip and palate (CLP) are readily diagnosed.  Cleft Lip and Palate Babies The primary palate is the keystone to the upper lip and the anterior portion of the definitive palate, and embryological maldevelopment can affect breathing, sucking, swallowing, mastication, osculation, speech, and facial physiognomy. The secondary palate constitutes the floor of the nasal cavity and the roof of the mouth, which includes the anterior hard palate and posterior soft palate. Read More>>>>>>

Utilization of Mobile Dental Vans at Post Graduate Dental Institutions in India

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We are living in an era in which community experience for students is becoming a more essential component to the mission of dental education. Dental Public Health aims to improve the oral health of the population through preventive and curative services. The introduction of mobile clinics into dentistry dates back to 1924.  Mobile Dental Vans They have been successfully used to provide dental treatment to schools, disabled patients, rural communities, industries and armed forces of various countries. Outreach programs using Mobile Dental Vans (MDV) are desirable model of clinical practice in a non-conventional setting, and help the student to disassociate the image that best dentistry can only be practiced in conventional clinical settings. Read More>>>>>>>>>