scholarly journals Effectiveness of a custom-made natural tooth powder on oral hygiene status of children: A randomized controlled trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 125-129
Author(s):  
Sharath Asokan ◽  
◽  
Geetha Priya PR ◽  
Sudhandra Viswanath ◽  
B Kesavaraj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Streptococcus Mutans ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Group I ◽  
Custom Made ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Natural Tooth

Aim: To evaluate antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant properties of custom-made natural tooth powder and the effectiveness of custom-made natural tooth powder on the oral hygiene status of children. Methodology: Antibacterial and antifungal properties were determined by agar diffusion method against Streptococcus mutans, Candida albicans and antioxidant properties were determined by DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picryl-hydrazyl-hydrate) assay. Clinical trial included 60 children aged 8 to 11 years. Oral prophylaxis was done and after a washout period of 10 days, baseline Simplified Oral Hygiene index (OHI-S) scores, plaque scores and Streptococcus mutans colony counts were recorded. Children were randomly divided into two groups: Group I children brushed with custom-made natural tooth powder and Group II children used commercially available natural tooth powder twice daily. At the end of 30 days, post intervention data was collected and statistically analyzed. Results: In-vitro trial showed that the custom-made natural tooth powder exhibited both antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Intragroup assessment of clinical trial showed significant reduction in the OHI-S [Group I (p=0.03), Group II (p=0.01)] plaque scores [Group I (p=0.05), Group II (p=0.006)] and Streptococcus colony counts [Group I (p=0.000), Group II (p=0.000)] in both the groups. But there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups. Conclusion: The newer custom-made natural tooth powder is effective in oral hygiene maintenance and can be a possible alternative to the commercially available natural tooth powder.

scholarly journals Effect of Two Different Mouth Rinses on S. mutans Counts in Subjects Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment – A Pilot Study

2020 ◽  
pp. 148-155
Author(s):  
S. Abirami ◽  
Ravindra Kumar Jain ◽  
A. S. Smiline Girija
Keyword(s):  
Streptococcus Mutans ◽  
Reference Group ◽  
T Test ◽  
Orthodontic Brackets ◽  
Plaque Index ◽  
Cervical Region ◽  
Paired Sample ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii

The study is thus aimed to assess and compare the efficacy of Herbostra oil pulling mouthwash with Chlorhexidine mouthwash in reducing plaque accumulation around orthodontic brackets. A total of 20 patients were considered in this study randomly assigned into Group I (experimental group - Herbostra oil pulling mouthwash) and Group II (reference group-0.2% Chlorhexidine mouthwash). The plaque index scores were recorded in each individual at baseline (pre) and after 3 weeks (post). Dental plaque samples were collected around the orthodontic brackets at the cervical region of maxillary upper molars and lower incisors by cotton swabbing method and evaluated for the presence of microflora. Paired sample t-test for Streptococcus mutans count showed that statistically significant difference only within the group II (p=0.000) (Chlorhexidine group) and there was no significant difference within the group I (p=0.103) (Herbostra group). Paired sample t-test for plaque index score shows statistically significant difference within the groups (0.000).Independent t test showed statistically significant difference in the levels of  Streptococcus mutans count after 3 weeks between the two groups (p=0.000) with the mean values of (2.230±0.5056), (1.080±0.3458) in group I and group II respectively. From this study we concluded that, even though there was a reduction in plaque scores and S. mutans count with Herbostra oil pulling mouthwash but it was not as effective as Chlorhexidine mouth rinse.

scholarly journals Effect of Herbal and Fluoride Mouth Rinses onStreptococcus mutansand Dental Caries among 12–15-Year-Old School Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vinej Somaraj ◽  
Rekha P. Shenoy ◽  
Ganesh Shenoy Panchmal ◽  
Vijaya Kumar ◽  
Praveen S. Jodalli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Caries ◽  
Streptococcus Mutans ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Intention To Treat ◽  
Group I ◽  
Mouth Rinses ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Glucan Synthesis

To assess and compare the effect of herbal and fluoride mouth rinses onStreptococcus mutanscount and glucan synthesis byStreptococcus mutansand dental caries, a parallel group placebo controlled randomized trial was conducted among 240 schoolchildren (12–15 years old). Participants were randomly divided and allocated into Group I (0.2% fluoride group), Group II (herbal group), and Group III (placebo group). All received 10 ml of respective mouth rinses every fortnight for a period of one year. Intergroup and intragroup comparison were done forStreptococcus mutanscount and glucan synthesis byStreptococcus mutansand dental caries.Streptococcus mutanscount showed a statistically significant difference between Group I and Group III (p=0.035) and also between Group II and Group III (p=0.039). Glucan concentration levels showed a statistically significant difference (p=0.024) between Group II and Group III at 12th month. Mean DMF scores showed no statistical difference between the three groups (p=0.139). No difference in the level of significance was seen in the intention-to-treat and per-protocol analysis. The present study showed that both herbal and fluoride mouth rinses, when used fortnightly, were equally effective and could be recommended for use in school-based health education program to control dental caries. Trial registration number isCTRI/2015/08/006070.

scholarly journals Trail without Catheter after Transurethral Resection of Prostate: Clamp It or Not?

Scientifica ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Vikash Talreja ◽  
Aun Ali ◽  
Summaya Saeed ◽  
Kiran Rani ◽  
Sunil Sadruddin Samnani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Transurethral Resection ◽  
Foley Catheter ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Transurethral Resection Of Prostate ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Study Participants

Background.There has been argument between clinical practitioners about clamping catheter or not prior to its removal after transurethral resection of prostate (TURP). We conducted a clinical trial to assess whether clamping has any role in early bladder tone recovery particularly in patients who undergo TURP.Methods.Randomized clinical trial was conducted at a tertiary care hospital, Karachi from January 2014 to July 2015. Eighty-six study participants who underwent TURP were randomly allocated into two groups of 43 participants each. In Group I, patient’s Foley catheter was not clamped prior to its removal and in Group II Foley catheter was clamped. Data of all subjects were analyzed using SPSS version 20.Results.There was no significant difference in age and weight of resected tissues between two groups. Among 4 patients in Group I who required recatheterization, 1 patient was discharged with catheter as compared to Group II in which 2 patients were discharged with catheter (P=0.99). Only 1 patient (2.3%) in Group II had bleeding which required recatheterization. Length of stay was significantly affected by early and free removal of Foley catheter (P<0.001).Conclusion.The results of current study identified that clamping whether done or not had no significant impact on urinary retention.

scholarly journals Comparison of the Postoperative Sensitivity using Two Flowable Composites in Noncarious Cervical Lesions: A Randomized Blinded Clinical Trial

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-60
Author(s):  
Saranya Dhanapal ◽  
Nivedhitha M Sureshbabu
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Statistical Difference ◽  
Cold Water ◽  
Cervical Lesions ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Flowable Composites ◽  
Postoperative Sensitivity ◽  
Time Point

ABSTRACT Aim The aim of this study was to compare the postoperative sensitivity using two flowable composites in noncarious cervical lesions (NCCLs). Materials and methods A total of 136 teeth were randomly divided into two groups. In group I, 68 restorations were done using Filtek Z350 XT and in group II, 68 restorations were done using G-aenial GC Universal Flo. Sensitivity was evaluated using air blast, cold water, and cold ice stick. Visual analog scale (VAS) was used to record the sensitivity scores at baseline and at 2 days, 1 week, and 4 weeks after the treatment. Results When compared between Filtek and G-aenial groups in each test and at each time point, there was no significant difference in the reduction of postoperative sensitivity. Conclusion Within the limitations of this study, it can be concluded that there was no statistical difference in the reduction of postoperative sensitivity between group I (Filtek Z350XT) and group II (G-aenial universal flow) when used in NCCLs. Clinical significance There was no statistical difference in the reduction of postoperative sensitivity between two flowable composites when used in NCCLs. How to cite this article Dhanapal S, Sureshbabu NM. Comparison of the Postoperative Sensitivity using Two Flowable Composites in Noncarious Cervical Lesions: A Randomized Blinded Clinical Trial. J Oper Dent Endod 2017;2(2):55-60.

scholarly journals Oral Hygiene and Oral Microbiota in Children with Neurological Impairment and Oropharyngeal Dysphagia: A Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luiz Fernando Fregatto ◽  
Isabela Bazzo Costa ◽  
Daniel De Bortoli Teixeira ◽  
Janaina Costa Marangon Duarte ◽  
Aline Maria Noli Mascarin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Streptococcus Mutans ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Oropharyngeal Dysphagia ◽  
Neurological Impairment ◽  
Oral Feeding ◽  
Oral Microbiota ◽  
Streptococcus Sobrinus ◽  
Oral Swab ◽  
Group I ◽  
Group Ii

Abstract Objective This study compared the oral hygiene and oral microbiota in children with neurological impairment and oropharyngeal dysphagia with and without gastrostomy. Method: Forty children and young people participated in this study: 19 females and 21 males, aged 2 to 22 years (mean age 8.6 years). Participants were divided into two groups: group I (GI = 20) with gastrostomy and group II (GII = 20) without gastrostomy (with oral feeding). Oral hygiene was assessed using the Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (SOHI). Analysis of two bacteria, Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus, was performed by collecting saliva using an oral swab, then mRNA expression was evaluated using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique. Results The oral hygiene index had a general median of 2.2, and the two groups were statistically different (Group I: median 2.9 and Group II: median 2.0) (p = 0.01751). Bacterial analysis indicated 13 individuals with S. mutans and none with S. sobrinus. Of the 13 individuals with S. mutans, 6 were from Group I and 7 from Group II. Conclusions Those with gastrostomy had worse oral hygiene, and both groups harbored the bacterium Streptococcus mutans.

scholarly journals Impact of hemodialysis on the wellbeing of chronic kidney diseases patients: a pre-post analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Um-e-Kalsoom ◽  
Sabiha Khan ◽  
Israr Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Kidney Diseases ◽  
Chronic Kidney Diseases ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Hemodialysis may have serious psychological impact upon patients suffering from chronic kidney diseases. The aim of the present study is to investigate the impact of hemodialysis on the wellbeing of individuals with chronic kidney diseases (CKD). Result A sample consists of (N = 100) CKD patients referred from neurology ward of Leady Reading Hospital Peshawar. Data was collected from both male (50%) and female (50%) in 2017. Participants were divided into two groups on the basis of pre-set criteria. In group I, individuals with 4–5 stage of CKD referred first time for dialysis treatment were recruited. Group II comprised of CKD patients with 1–3 stage. Demographic data sheet, Pakistan Anxiety and Depression, WHO Quality of Life scale, and Perceived Social support scale (PSS) were used to test the hypotheses. Paired sample t test was use to see the difference between pre- and post-analysis of depression, anxiety, QOL, and PSS in group I (experimental group). Results suggests significant difference on depression (p > .001), anxiety (p > .001), and QOL (p > .001), while no significant difference was reported on perceived social support (p <.673). Findings also indicate no significant difference between group I and group II on QOL depression, anxiety, and PSS. Conclusion The findings concluded that patients under hemodialysis treatment suffered from depression, anxiety, and poor quality of life.

Role of Cord Blood Carboxyhemoglobin in Detecting Significant Hyperbilirubinemia in Term Neonates with ABO Alloimmunization

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahir Tıraş ◽  
Emrah Can ◽  
Şahin Hamilçıkan
Keyword(s):  
Cord Blood ◽  
Total Serum ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Term Neonates ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Positive Direct ◽  
Severe Hyperbilirubinemia

Objective This study aimed to assess whether cord blood carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) levels in jaundiced term neonates with and without a positive direct Coombs test (DCT) and in healthy controls could be used as a predictor of severe hyperbilirubinemia. The percentage of cord blood COHb should be higher among neonates with Coombs-positive ABO hemolytic disease than among those with Coombs-negative ABO incompatibility and higher than that of ABO-compatible control neonates. Study Design This cross-sectional descriptive study of 198 term neonates comprised three subgroups: group I featured 68 DCT-positive ABO-incompatible neonates (ABO + DCT), group II featured 60 DCT-negative ABO-incompatible neonates with hyperbilirubinemia (ABO–DCT), and group III featured 70 healthy controls. COHb was determined by an OSM3 hemoximeter. Results Group I differed from groups II and III for cord blood bilirubin, cord blood hemoglobin, and cord blood hematocrit. Groups I and II had higher mean total serum bilirubin (TSB) levels than group III, while there was no difference in the mean TSB levels between groups I and II. There was no significant difference between the COHb group means for groups I, II, and III (p = 0.98). The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve calculated for group I/group III and group II/group III were found to be 0.62 and 0.54, respectively. Conclusion COHb levels did not prove to be superior to the DCT for predicting the risk of developing severe hyperbilirubinemia in term neonates. Key Points

scholarly journals Experimental Study on a Prediction Model of the Shrinkage and Creep of Recycled Aggregate Concrete

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (20) ◽  
pp. 4322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lv ◽  
Liu ◽  
Zhu ◽  
Bai ◽  
Qi
Keyword(s):  
Substitution Rate ◽  
Recycled Aggregate Concrete ◽  
Recycled Aggregate ◽  
Creep Model ◽  
Aggregate Concrete ◽  
Ordinary Concrete ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Shrinkage And Creep ◽  
Group Ii

The significant difference between recycled aggregate and natural aggregate is the content of the attached mortar layer. With the increase of the replacement rate of recycled aggregate, the shrinkage and creep of recycled aggregate concrete is significantly increased. In this paper, 180-day shrinkage and creep tests of recycled aggregate concrete with different water–cement ratios were designed in order to analyze the effect of the substitution rate and water–cement ratio on shrinkage and creep properties. The results show that the shrinkage strain of recycled aggregate concrete with a substitution rate of 50% and 100% at 180 days is 26% and 48% higher than that of ordinary concrete, respectively, and the growth of group II is 22% and 47%, respectively. When the load was 180 days old, the creep coefficient of recycled aggregate concrete with a substitution rate of 50% and 100% in group I increased by 19.6% and 39.6%, respectively compared with ordinary concrete, and group II increased by 23.6% and 44.3%, respectively. Based on the difference of adhering mortar content, the creeping increase coefficient and shrinkage increase coefficient of the attached mortar were proposed, and a shrinkage and creep model of recycled aggregate concrete was established. When compared with the experimental results, the model calculation results met the accuracy requirements.

Immersive and Non-Immersive Virtual Reality Distraction on Pain Perception to Intraoral Injections

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (6) ◽  
pp. 389-394
Author(s):  
Supriya Kumari ◽  
Rachana Bahuguna ◽  
Nishita Garg ◽  
Ramakrishna Yeluri
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Pain Perception ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Immersive Virtual Reality ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Chi Square Analysis

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of immersive VR (IVR) and non-immersive VR (NIVR) distraction on perceived pain during intraoral injections in children undergoing dental procedures. The objective was to introduce 3-dimensional nature of virtual reality during the provoking phase of dental treatment as a means of distraction in children. Study design: A total of 200 children were selected for the study, 100 for IVR group and 100 for NIVR group. After randomization, children were introduced to Oculus Go Standalone equipment; MCDAS (f), VAS, WBFRS and the treatment procedure using tell show do technique. Group I children were introduced to oculus go standalone headset with hand held controller to play temple run or roller coaster game while in group II, children watched cartoon movies of their choice. Pre-operative & post-operative MCDAS scores were obtained using MCDAS (f) questionnaire in local language. Post-operatively, VAS and WBFRS scores were also obtained. The data was analyzed using independent t-test and chi-square analysis. Results: Pre-operatively, the mean MCDAS scores were similar in both the groups viz. Group–I (29.20 ± 3.197) and Group–II (29.09 ± 3.803) and is statistically not significant. Post-operatively, the mean MCDAS scores were higher in non-immersive group (20.72 ± 2.822) as compared to immersive group (10.99 ± 2.227). VAS score was higher in non-immersive group (2.72 ± 0.99) as compared to immersive group (0.75 ± 0.88). WBFRS scores were higher in non-immersive group (2.78 ± 1.097) as compared to immersive group (0.82 ± 1.104). Conclusion: Three-dimensional virtual reality was found to be an effective means of distraction in children undergoing dental procedures and especially during the provoking phase. The significant difference obtained clearly indicates irrespective of immersiveness of virtual reality, anxiety had been decreased and on comparison the pain perception to intraoral injection is less in immersive virtual reality environment. Immersive VR distraction technique can serve as an adjunct to traditional behavior management strategies already available to the pediatric dentist.

Effect of using smart phones on balance functions

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
N Hazzaa ◽  
DM Hassan ◽  
Sh Mahmoud
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Subjects ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Balance Function ◽  
Visual Fatigue ◽  
Vestibular Disorder ◽  
Dynamic Posturography ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Composite Scores

Abstract Objective To investigate the effect of visual fatigue caused by smart phone on the balance function. Subjects and Methods Forty subjects divided into 2 groups were included in the present study . Group I, twenty normal healthy subjects with mean age of 28.8 years. Group II, twenty subjects with a clinical diagnosis of peripheral vestibular disorder with mean age of 38.85years. They were subjected to a computer vision syndrome questionnaire (CVS-Q) , occulomotor tests of videonystagmography (VNG) and sensory organization test (SOT) of computerized dynamic posturography (CDP) before and after visual fatigue induction. Results Significant differences existed between C5, 6 and composite scores in group I and in C4 and composite scores in group II after visual fatigue induction. However, there was no significant difference between occulomotor tests in both groups after visual fatigue induction. Conclusions The smart phone use can affect the balance function in healthy subjects and augment the deficit in those with balance problem. Reducing visual fatigue should be considered through various procedures as taking proper rest, adjusting the brightness of screen, avoid any wrong posture and using filters if possible.

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