scholarly journals THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING SIWAK TOOTHPASTE ON PLAQUE ACCUMULATION IN FIXED ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCES USERS’

2020 ◽  
pp. 113-115
Author(s):  
HIMAWAN HALIM ◽  
TALITHA AYULIA SALSABILA
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Salvadora Persica ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Fixed Appliances ◽  
Group B ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliance

Objective: The objective of the study was to determine the ability of toothpaste containing Salvadora persica (Siwak) to reduce the accumulation of dirt in the oral cavity compared to ordinary toothpaste users in fixed orthodontic users. Methods: It was conducted on 40 subjects, divided into two groups of A and B. Group A uses Siwak, while Group B uses ordinary toothpaste. The research subjects were students that utilized fixed appliances for at least 6 months and without periodontal disease. Data were obtained by measuring the plaque level before and after using the toothpaste. Results: A significant relationship between the use of Siwak and ordinary toothpaste by reducing its accumulation in patients using fixed orthodontic appliances and a Chi-square statistical test value of 0.018. Conclusion: The use of Siwak is more effective in reducing plaque accumulation in fixed orthodontic appliance users compared to ordinary toothpaste.

scholarly journals Changes in subgingival microflora after placement and removal of fixed orthodontic appliances

2014 ◽  
Vol 142 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 301-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marija Zivkovic-Sandic ◽  
Branka Popovic ◽  
Jelena Carkic ◽  
Nadja Nikolic ◽  
Branislav Glisic
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Group A ◽  
Subgingival Microflora ◽  
Fixed Appliances ◽  
Pcr Method ◽  
Group B ◽  
The Right

Introduction. The placement of fixed orthodontic appliances may lead to increased plaque accumulation and changes in subgingival microflora. Objective. The aim of this study was to examine the changes in frequency of subgingival microflora that occur after placement and removal of fixed orthodontic appliance using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Methods. This study included 33 orthodontic patients, who were divided into two groups. Subgingival plaque samples were collected from the right upper incisor (U1) and right upper first molar (U6). In group A, the samples were taken three times: before placement appliance (T1), after one month (T2), and after 3 months (T3). In group B the samples were also taken three times: before appliance removal (T1), after one month (T2), and after three months (T3). PCR method was used to determine the presence of P. gingivalis, A. actinomycetemcomitans, T. forsythia, and P. intermedia. Results. In group A the frequency of P. gingivalis showed statistically significant decrease at U1 (p=0.049) and U6 (p=0.008), from T1 to T2, and at U1 (p=0.048) from T1 to T3. In group B only the frequency of T. forsythia showed a statistically significant decrease, at U6 (T1 vs. T2, p=0.004; T1 vs. T3, p=0.0003). Regarding other analyzed bacteria, changes in the presence were noticed but no statistical significance was found. Conclusion. Placement of fixed appliances may have an impact on subgingival microflora, but in the first months after the placement and removal of the appliance changes were not significant, probably due to good oral hygiene.

scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF ENAMEL SURFACE AFTER APPLICATION OF TUNGSTEN CARBIDE BUR FOR RESIDUAL ADHESIVE REMOVAL

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marijana Arapović Savić ◽  
Adriana Arbutina ◽  
Mirjana Umićević Davidović ◽  
Vladan Mirjanić ◽  
Irena Kuzmanović Radman
Keyword(s):  
Composite Material ◽  
Tungsten Carbide ◽  
Damage Index ◽  
Enamel Surface ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Adhesive Removal

Enamel damage often occurs in a process of adhesive removal after the completion of therapy with fixed orthodontic appliances. The aim of this study was to evaluate the enamel surface after applying a 12-fluted round tungsten carbide bur for adhesive removal at different speeds of dental micro motor after debonding brackets. Material and method: On 40 human premolars, extracted for orthodontic purposes, metal brackets were bonded with composite material. After removing the brackets, the sample was divided into two groups: group A - 20 teeth from which the rest of the composite material was removed with a round tungsten carbide bur at 8,000 rotations per minute and group B - 20 teeth from which the rest of adhesive was removed with a round tungsten carbide bur at 32,000 rotations per minute. For each sample, four images were made under different magnifications by scanning electron microscopy, and the damage estimation was performed using the Enamel damage index (EDI) and Surface roughness index (SRI). Results: The most common EDI score on the overall level was 3 (62.5%), while the most commonly represented SRI score was 2 (52.5%). There was no statistically significant difference in the average values of the EDI index (t (38) = -.96, p> .05) and in the average SRI index values (t (38) = -. 89, p> .05) between two tooth examined groups. Conclusion: Enamel damage was found after applying a round tungsten carbide bur at 8,000 and 32,000 rpm. The number of rotations per minute did not affect the size of enamel damage.

Image-guided versus palpation-guided injections for the treatment of chronic lateral epicondylopathy: a randomized controlled clinical trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 50 (05) ◽  
pp. 348-352 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael-Alexander Malahias ◽  
Maria-Kyriaki Kaseta ◽  
Sotirios-Tsambikos Kazas ◽  
Panayiotis D Megaloikonomos ◽  
Andreas F Mavrogenis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Statistical Difference ◽  
Lateral Epicondylitis ◽  
T Test ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Abstract Background There have been several studies published comparing the ultrasound-guided with the “blind” infiltrations in the shoulder’s area. On the contrary, there is only very limited data regarding the necessity of ultrasound guidance in lateral epicondylitis. Materials and Methods A prospective, randomized, blinded at initial and follow-up evaluation, comparative clinical trial was conducted, involving 44 patients with a history of chronic persistent epicondylopathy. The patients were randomly divided into 2 groups of 22 people each. Group A patients underwent three ultrasound-guided betamethazone injections, while group B included those who underwent three “blind” injections, centered at the palpable point of maximum pain. The evaluation was done before and after (4 and 12 weeks) the injections using the Visual Analogue Scale for pain (VAS, 0–10) and the Roles & Maudsley score. Results There was not any significant statistical difference between the two groups as for mean VAS at 4 weeks (p = 0.150, t-test) and mean VAS at 12 weeks (p = 0.286, t-test). Furthermore, the final success rate, as measured by the Roles & Maudsley score, was slightly superior in group B (67 % of the patients with excellent or good results) when compared with group A (46 % of the patients), but without any statistical difference (p = 0.161, chi-square). Conclusion Our trial proved that an ultrasound-guided injection is not superior than a palpation-guided injection of corticosteroids in the treatment of lateral epicondylopathy.

scholarly journals Comparison of personality traits, attitude toward orthodontic treatment, and pain perception and experience before and after orthodontic treatment

2014 ◽  
Vol 85 (3) ◽  
pp. 474-479 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elham S. Abu Alhaija ◽  
Mona A. Abu Nabaa ◽  
Emad F. Al Maaitah ◽  
Mahmoud K. Al-Omairi
Keyword(s):  
Personality Traits ◽  
Pain Score ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Pain Perception ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Experienced Pain ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After

ABSTRACT Objective:  To compare personality traits, attitude toward orthodontic treatment, and pain perception and experience before and after orthodontic treatment. Materials and Methods:  One hundred subjects (50 male and 50 female) were included in this study. The mean (SD) age was 17.5 (2.05) years at T1 and 19.15 (2.32) years at T2. The instruments for data collection were questionnaires that included assessment of patients' personality traits, attitudes toward orthodontic treatment, and pain perception/experience. Subjects completed the questionnaires at two different times: before orthodontic treatment (T1) and after fixed orthodontic treatment (T2). Subjects were treated by fixed orthodontic appliances for an average (SD) period of 18.64 (0.35) months. Paired sample t-test and chi-square test were used to detect any differences. Results:  Significant changes in personality traits were detected after orthodontic treatment irrespective of gender. Neuroticism, openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness scores were improved (P < .001). A positive attitude toward orthodontic treatment was reported at T1 (4.31 [±1.26]) and improved at T2 (3.98 [±1.16]) irrespective of gender (P < .05). The average (SD) expected pain score (T1) was 4.73 (1.88) and the average (SD) experienced pain score (T2) was 4.63 (1.58). Significant difference in the expected and experienced pain scores was not detected (P  =  .11). Conclusions:  Personality traits and attitude toward orthodontic treatment improved after orthodontic treatment. Reported actual pain experience during orthodontic treatment was similar to that expected before treatment.

scholarly journals PERBEDAAN JUMLAH HITUNG FOLIKEL ANTRAL PADA PENGGUNA KONTRASEPSI HORMONAL DAN NON HORMONAL DI RUMAH SAKIT Dr. M DJAMIL PADANG

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 56-63
Author(s):  
Putri Sri Lasmini ◽  
Rizanda Machmud
Keyword(s):  
Hormonal Contraception ◽  
Antral Follicle ◽  
Antral Follicle Count ◽  
Transvaginal Sonography ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Ovarian Reserve Markers

It remains controversial whether antral follicle count is influenced by hormonal contraception.. This study quan-tified the effect of hormonal contraception on sonographic ovarian reserve markers in 32 users and 32 non-users of hormonal contraception. This was a prospective clinical trial study and has been performed in gynecology Department of M. Djamil Hospital Padang, primary health care March to July 2014. Samples then divided into two groups, group A was users of non hormonal contraception and group B was users of hormonal contraception. On day 2–4 of the menstrual cycle transvaginal sonography was performed and measured repeatedly in the same individual before and after the use of one cycle oral contraceptives (for group B), and on first month and second month (for group A). Statistical analysis to assess significance using the unpaired t test and chi square on SPSS 18.0 for windows. There was no significant association of the antral follicle count between users than non-users of hormonal contraception (p>0,05). There were no significant difference of antral follicle count between users and non- users of hormonal contraception. There were no significant difference of gain score of antral follicle count between users and non-users of hormonal contraception.Keywords: Antral Follicle Count, Users Of Hormonal Contraception, Non-Users Of Hormonal Contraception

scholarly journals Clinical evaluation of periodontal health during orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances

2014 ◽  
Vol 60 (6) ◽  
pp. 265-268
Author(s):  
T. Hănțoiu ◽  
Adriana Monea ◽  
Luminița Lazăr ◽  
Liana Hănțoiu
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Study Groups ◽  
T Test ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Fixed Appliances ◽  
Group B ◽  
Interdental Brush

Abstract Objectives: Fixed orthodontic appliances make daily application of oral hygiene standard procedures more difficult and in time may lead to accumulation of oral biofilms and development of gingivitis and hyperplasia. The aim of the study is to evaluate the periodontal health expressed by clinical indices in patients under orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances, according to different oral hygene maintenance programs. Material and method: We performed a randomized prospective study on 60 patients with fixed orthodontic appliances (17-25 years of age) devided in three study groups. The clnical indices recorded were: modified gingival index, plaque index and sulcular bleeding index. Statistical analysis or the results were carried out using Student t test. Results: The patients were randomly divided into three groups: group A-patients were instructed to use electric brush, water flosser and interdental brush, group B- electric brush, interdental brush and fluoride and group C- manual brushing and fluoride. Statistical comparison of the values of the indexes with the Student t test for independent samples showed statistically significant differences in all three groups of patients studied between initial and final values of all recorded clinical parameters. Conclusions: Fixed orthodontics do not induce periodontal disease if basic principles of oral hygiene are followed in compliant patients, which are correctly instructed to deal with real challenge, represented by complete elimination of debris and bacterial accumulation.

scholarly journals Comparing the Efficacy of Plaque Removal between Salvadora persica (Miswak) and Manual Toothbrush in 12 to 15 Years School Children

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-33
Author(s):  
Aruna M Devi ◽  
Pooja Hampannavar ◽  
G Radha ◽  
Sushi Kadanakuppe ◽  
SR Nagashree ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
School Children ◽  
Plaque Index ◽  
Base Line ◽  
Salvadora Persica ◽  
Plaque Removal ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Manual Toothbrush ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

ABSTRACT Aim To compare the efficacy of plaque removal between chewing stick (Miswak—Salvadora persica) and manual toothbrush in 12 to 15 years old school children. Methods A randomized, examiner-blind, parallel design study was conducted over a 2-month period, among 12 to 15 years old students of Sri Sajjan Rao Vidya Samasthe, Bengaluru. A sample size of 60 subjects was randomly allocated into two groups, 30 subjects in group A (manual toothbrush) and 30 subjects in group B (chewing stick). The plaque index (Turesky et al, modified Quigley Hein plaque index) was used for base line, pre- and postintervention assessment. Then the data was collected and subjected to statistical analysis and the test used was Student-t test. Results The results were given separately for between and within group comparison. The difference in mean PI score between toothbrush users and tooth stick users is found to be statistically significant (p < 0.01). Higher mean PI score was found in tooth stick users compared to toothbrush users and the mean difference was statistically significant. The difference in mean PI score in both the groups, before and after intervention was statistically significant (p < 0.001). Conclusion Manual toothbrush and Miswak tooth sticks (Salvadora persica) both are effective in removal of plaque, but manual toothbrush was more effective than Miswak tooth stick, which was statistically significant.

scholarly journals Short-term Effect of Mastic Gum on Salivary Concentrations of Cariogenic Bacteria in Orthodontic Patients

2007 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
pp. 124-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alev Aksoy ◽  
Nizami Duran ◽  
Serdar Toroglu ◽  
Fatih Koksal
Keyword(s):  
Mutans Streptococci ◽  
Chewing Gum ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Viable Bacteria ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Fixed Appliances ◽  
Caries Lesions ◽  
Total Bacteria

Abstract Objective: To determine antibacterial activity of chewing mastic gum against the salivary levels of Streptococcus mutans, the total number of viable bacteria, and lactobacilli in patients undergoing therapy with fixed orthodontic appliances. Materials and Methods: In this study, the levels of S mutans, lactobacilli, and total cultivated bacteria were measured before and after chewing mastic gum. The antibacterial effects of chewing mastic gum against these microorganisms in saliva were compared with a placebo gum. The counts for orthodontically treated patients were evaluated before chewing gum; just after chewing gum; and after 45, 75, 105, and 135 minutes. Saliva samples taken from the patients were inoculated onto trypticase-yeast-cystine-bacitracin agar for mutans streptococci and onto Rogosa agar for lactobacilli. The agar plates were incubated for 48 hours anaerobically at 37°C. The total number of viable bacteria was then counted. Results: Just after chewing the mastic gum for 15 minutes, a significant decrease of total bacteria and S mutans was observed (P &lt; .001). The reduction in lactobacilli was not significant at later first stage (P &gt; .05). However, at the end of 135 minutes, there were significantly fewer S mutans (P &lt; .001), total viable bacteria (P &lt; .001), and lactobacilli (P &lt; .001) in the oral cavity after chewing mastic gum than after chewing paraffin (P &lt; .001). The results show that chewing mastic gum decreased the total viable bacteria, S mutans, and lactobacilli in saliva in orthodontically treated patients with fixed appliances. Conclusion: Chewing mastic gum might be useful in preventing caries lesions.

Study the Relationship Between Estrogen Hormone and Calcium in Normal Females Before and After Menopause in Baghdad / Iraq

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sameerah Mustafa ◽  
Asal Tawfeeq ◽  
Hadeel Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Oral Contraceptive ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Serum Samples ◽  
Oral Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Contraceptive Pills ◽  
Menopausal Women ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Age Range

This study involved the collection of (90) samples of women serum which included (30) serum samples collected from women before menopause (reproductive women) in the age range of (22-43) years and were considered as (group A- control). While, (group B) included (30) serum samples collected from women using oral contraceptive pills between the ages of (22-43) years old. Whereas, another (30) serum samples were collected from women after menopause between the ages of (43-54) years and were considered as (group C). All of the collected serum samples were subjected to a number of serological and chemical tests for the measurement of (E2, HDL, LDL and Ca). Then, the obtained data were statistical analyzed and results showed a significant decrease (p˂ 0.05) in (E2 ,Ca and HDL) levels in menopausal women compared to that of the normal healthy controls. While, there were non-significant decrease (p> 0.05) in (E2, Ca and HDL) levels in women taking oral contraceptive when compared to the normal healthy controls. On the other hand, a significant increase (p˂ 0.05) was recorded in LDL level in menopausal women compared to that of the normal healthy controls whereas, no-significant increase (p˃ 0.05) in the LDL level in women taking oral contraceptives when compared to the control women.

A Comparative Study of Amalaki Choorna along with Madhu and Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana in the Management of Shweta Pradara

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Renuka M. Tenahalli
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin C ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Pathological Condition ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group A ◽  
Phosphorus Iron ◽  
Group B ◽  
Busy Schedule ◽  
Iron And Calcium

Shweta Pradara (Leucorrhoea) is the disease which is characterized by vaginal white discharge. Vaginal white discharge this symptom is present in both physiological and pathological condition, when it becomes pathological it disturbs routine life style of the woman. Most of the women in the early stage will not express the symptoms because of hesitation and their busy schedule. If it is not treated it may leads to chronic diseases like PID (Garbhashaya Shotha etc.) Charaka mentioned Amalaki Choorna along with Madhu and Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana. This treatment is used in Shweta Pradara shown positive results, hence a study was under taken to assess its clinical efficacy. 30 diagnosed patients of Shweta Pradara were randomly selected, allocated in three groups. Group A and Group B received Amalaki Choorna with Madhu and Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana respectively and Group C received Amalaki Choorna with Madhu followed by Vata Twak Kashaya Yoni Pichu Dharana for 15 days. The patients were assessed for the severity of the symptoms subjectively and objectively before and after the treatment and at the end of the follow up. Data from each group were statistically analyzed and were compared. No side effects were noted and it may be considered as an effective alternative medicine in Shweta Pradara (leucorrhea). Amalaki is rich in natural source of vitamin C and contains phosphorus, iron and calcium. Honey contains carbohydrate, vitamin C, phosphorus iron and calcium. All together these help to increase Hb% and immunity. Vata Twak Kashaya contains tannin which helps to maintain normal pH of the vagina.

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