Category Archives: Dentistry

The Link Between High Sugar Diets and Dental Caries: Preventive Strategies

Dental caries, commonly known as tooth decay or cavities, is a prevalent oral health issue worldwide. Among the myriad factors contributing to dental caries, high-sugar diets have emerged as a leading culprit. This article explores the intricate relationship between excessive sugar consumption and dental caries while also highlighting effective preventive strategies to maintain optimal oral… Read More: The Link Between High Sugar Diets and Dental Caries: Preventive… »

Chronic Hyperplastic Pulpitis: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Chronic hyperplastic pulpitis, often referred to as pulp polyp, represents a unique and intriguing dental condition that warrants a comprehensive examination within the broader context of endodontics. This condition manifests as an overgrowth of pulp tissue in response to chronic irritation or inflammation within the pulp chamber. It is essential to delve into its etiology,… Read More: Chronic Hyperplastic Pulpitis: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment »

Understanding Chronic Apical Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Introduction: Chronic apical abscess is a dental condition characterized by an infection at the tip of the tooth’s root. It is typically caused by untreated dental decay, trauma, or a failed root canal treatment. In this article, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and available treatment options for chronic apical abscess. 1. Causes of Chronic… Read More: Understanding Chronic Apical Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment »

Overjet’s Dental AI Platform Helps Modernize Utilization Review and Improve Oral Health

Overjet is a dental artificial intelligence (AI) platform that supports dental service organizations (DSOs), dentists, dental groups, insurance companies, and health plans in improving oral health[3]. The platform evaluates clinical performance by combining clinical AI findings in radiographs with patient and treatment data from the practice management system. These findings are then used by clinical… Read More: Overjet’s Dental AI Platform Helps Modernize Utilization Review and Improve… »

Baby Bottle Caries: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Presentation

Baby Bottle Caries, also known as Early Childhood Caries (ECC) or Nursing Bottle Caries, is a concerning dental condition that affects young children. This dental ailment can have severe consequences if left unattended. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the clinical presentation of Baby Bottle Caries, its causes, and the importance of early… Read More: Baby Bottle Caries: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Presentation »

Preventing Baby Bottle Caries: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction Baby bottle caries, also known as bottle rot or early childhood caries, is a common dental condition among infants and toddlers. It is caused by frequent and prolonged exposure of a child’s teeth to sugary liquids, such as milk or juice. In this article, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and most importantly, discuss… Read More: Preventing Baby Bottle Caries: A Comprehensive Guide »

Oral Pathology MCQs

1. Which of the following lesions is NOT considered a potentially malignant disorder? – Oral submucous fibrosis – Lichen planus – Leukoplakia – Actinic cheilitis 2. Which pathology is most commonly associated with smokeless tobacco use? – Leukoplakia – Candidiasis – Squamous cell carcinoma – Aphtous ulcer 3. All of the following are associated with… Read More: Oral Pathology MCQs »

Pulp necrosis and asymptomatic apical periodontitis

An 18-year-old female presented at the outpatient department of operative dentistry with esthetic concern and want fillings of fractured incisal edges. History reveals trauma to the anterior region 5 years ago. Clinical examination showed a fracture of the incisal edge involving tooth no.11,12. Vitality test reveals negative pulp response. The periapical radiograph showed an open… Read More: Pulp necrosis and asymptomatic apical periodontitis »

Ectopic eruption of permanent canines

A 24-year female presented to the outpatient department of operative dentistry with a chief complaint of pain and mobile left mandibular canine. Clinical examination revealed mobile retained deciduous canine and Ectopic eruption of both permanent mandibular canines.   This particular dental phenomenon involves the anomalous positioning and eruption of permanent canine teeth within the oral… Read More: Ectopic eruption of permanent canines »

Streamline Your Dental Radiography Analysis with dentalXrai Pro

Are you tired of manually analyzing dental radiographs for pathologies and restorations? Look no further than dentalXrai Pro, an AI-powered software that streamlines the process with high reliability and accuracy. Developed by dentalXrai Ltd. in collaboration with dentists, data scientists, and programmers at the Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, dentalXrai Pro uses fully convolutional neural networks to… Read More: Streamline Your Dental Radiography Analysis with dentalXrai Pro »

100 mnemonics for oral surgery

1. ABCD: Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability – A quick assessment for emergency situations in oral surgery. 2. WATCH: Wound assessment (type and location), Analgesia, Tetanus status, Cleansing, and Hemostasis. 3. C-CALM: Communication, Consent, Anesthesia, Local Anesthetic, and Monitoring. 4. STOP: Skin preparation, Time out, O2 saturation check, Patient identification – A checklist before starting a… Read More: 100 mnemonics for oral surgery »

100 clinical scenario questions for oral surgery

1. A 50-year-old patient presents with a symptomatic impacted mandibular third molar. How would you approach the extraction procedure? 2. A 30-year-old patient requires extraction of a partially erupted maxillary canine. What considerations are important in this case? 3. A 45-year-old patient with a history of smoking needs extraction of a non-restorable mandibular molar. How… Read More: 100 clinical scenario questions for oral surgery »

Clinical scenario questions for operative dentistry

A 40-year-old patient presents with a fractured amalgam restoration on a molar. How would you approach the restoration replacement? A 65-year-old patient requires a Class II composite restoration on a mandibular premolar. What considerations are important in this case? A 25-year-old patient complains of tooth sensitivity after a recent composite filling. What could be the… Read More: Clinical scenario questions for operative dentistry »

Oral Radiology

Radiopaedia.org: This website offers a comprehensive database of oral radiology images and cases. It covers various topics in oral radiology, such as cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging, dental caries, and periodontal disease. American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR): This is the official website of the AAOMR, a professional organization dedicated to advancing the… Read More: Oral Radiology »

Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry, 6th Edition

Authors:  David Mitchell , Laura Mitchell  Pages: 816 Edition:  6th, 2014 ISBN-13: 978-0199679850 ISBN-10: 0199679851 Description:  Just like Oxford handbook of clinical medicine is must for medical students and doctors, this book is also must for dentistry postgraduates and interns during their clinical rotation for a quick reference. Book is written in a very concise and… Read More: Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry, 6th Edition »

Dental case reports

Case Reports in Dentistry Peer reviewed open access journal. Acceptance rate is 24%. So submit your interesting case reports in this journal. Journal of case reports and images in dentistry International, peer reviewed, open access journal. British Dental Journal A case report section of the BDJ. Pediatric Dentistry Case Reports Open access, peer-reviewed journal publishes… Read More: Dental case reports »

Aeronautic Dentistry

Aeronautic or space dentistry is the new branch of dentistry that deals with the application of dentistry in an aeronautical environment. There is a profound effect of microgravity on human health which also includes the oral cavity. Few trials have been done to see the impact of space on the oral cavity. The field was… Read More: Aeronautic Dentistry »

Operative dentistry BCQs

Q no 1: following are risk factors for root caries except Exposure of root surface Physical impairment Cognitive impairment Female gender Low educational level Answer (d)   Q no 2: first step in treatment protocol for patients at risk of root caries Implement preventive measures Eliminate active infection Evaluate salivary flow rate Examine at 3… Read More: Operative dentistry BCQs »