Abstract : Early adulthood is a critical window where high tobacco exposure and low risk awareness can accelerate periodontal breakdown and related oral complications. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to evaluate awareness and knowledge regarding periodontal health and disease among tobacco users in....

Keywords : Periodontal Diseases, Smoking, Smokeless Tobacco, Tobacco Use, Cross-sectional Studies

Authors : Dr. Palani R, Dr. Poornima R, Dr. Srihari J, Dr. Priyadharshini R,

Abstract : Self-ligating bracket systems have gained popularity as an alternative to conventional ligated appliances, particularly during the initial phases of orthodontic treatment. Their reduced frictional resistance and simplified mechanics are proposed to enhance levelling and alignment efficiency while im....

Keywords : Self-ligating brackets, levelling and alignment, orthodontic efficiency, friction, case report.

Authors : Dr. Barath Annadurai, Dr. Chethan K Dakshina, Dr. Shailaja A M, Dr. Madhusudhan V, Dr. Sufiya Tasneem, Dr. Ashwini K,

Abstract : Obstruction of minor salivary glands is an uncommon condition compared to major salivary gland diseases. The sublingual region is rarely affected, and diagnosis may be challenging due to nonspecific clinical presentation. This case report describes a patient presenting with a localized swelling in t....

Keywords : Minor salivary gland, sublingual gland, salivary duct obstruction, mucocele, sialolithiasis

Authors : Dr. Dipali Vetal, Dr. Jyothsna V Setty, Dr. Suhas, Dr. Vishnupriya, Dr. Arun Kumar , Dr. Uthkarsh Patil,

Abstract : Interruption of root development in permanent teeth may occur following trauma, extensive caries, or pulpal infection, resulting in incomplete apical closure. Endodontic management of such immature teeth is clinically demanding due to the presence of a wide canal lumen, thin dentinal walls, and the ....

Keywords : Apexification, Biodentine, Mineral Trioxide Aggregate, Calcium Hydroxide

Authors : Dr. Arun Kumar S, Dr. Jyothsna V Setty, Dr. Veena Shivanna, Dr. Dipali Vetal, Dr. Anushka Choche,