Paediatric Dentistry articles

Pediatric Dentistry

Case Report Underscores Importance of Investigating Premature Tooth Loss

Most loose primary teeth are part of normal development. But when tooth loss occurs too early—and without explanation—the diagnosis may lie far beyond the oral cavity.

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Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair (LSTR) in Pediatric Dentistry: A Comprehensive Review

Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair (LSTR) therapy has emerged as a minimally invasive, biologically based treatment modality, and is gaining popularity in pediatric dentistry.

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MIH Treatment Choices : What do Experts Prefer?

Are we all managing MIH the same way — or just assuming we are? A new study shows that even pediatric dentistry faculty vary in diagnosis and treatment choices, especially for severe hypomineralized molars.

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Can Pulpotomy Replace Pulpectomy in Primary Teeth With Irreversible Pulpitis? New Evidence Reopens the Debate

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Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation: Diagnosis and Management

Evidence-based guidance for diagnosing and managing MIH according to severity, sensitivity, breakdown, caries risk, age and restorability.

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Pediatricians' Insights on Early Childhood Oral Health: Building Bridges for Prevention

Early childhood oral health represents a critical yet often overlooked component of pediatric healthcare. Pediatricians occupy a unique position as frontline...

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Zirconia-Reinforced Glass Ionomer Matches Hybrid GIC in Managing Hypomineralized Molars in Children

In pediatric dentistry, managing hypomineralized permanent first molars (HPFM) is often challenging due to heightened sensitivity and increased susceptibility...

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Research Update: Microbial Insights into Extrinsic Black Tooth Stain (EBS) in Pediatric Dentistry

Extrinsic black tooth stain (EBS) is a prevalent condition in primary dentition, with global prevalence ranging from 2.4% to 26%. EBS typically presents as...

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Safer Pediatric Dental Pain Relief: New Guidelines Promote Nonopioid Solutions

A recent publication by a collaborative team comprising the American Dental Association (ADA) Council on Scientific Affairs, the ADA Science and Research...

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Innovation in Pediatric Dentistry

Keywords Pediatric Dentistry,Painless treatment, Recent advancement, innovation "There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it...

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Study Unveils Maternal Impact on Early Childhood Caries

While studying the intricacies of severe early childhood caries (S-ECC), researchers have identified Candida albicans, a pathogenic fungus, as a key player in...

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Safety Concerns Emerge in Pediatric Dental Sedation Procedures Conducted Outside Operating Rooms

A recent study has raised important safety concerns regarding deep sedation (DS) supported pediatric dental procedures carried out in outpatient settings. The...

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Exclusive Breastfeeding Linked to the Reduction of Dental Diseases in Children

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Children At Risk of Enamel Defects with Common Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

A study from the University of São Paulo in Brazil suggests that children who regularly take anti-inflammatory medications may be at risk for dental enamel...

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Applying Child Psychology for a Stress-free Dental Practice

Abstract Childhood dental anxiety is not only distressing for the child and his family, but is also associated with poor oral health outcomes and an increased...

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Fragment Reattachment in Pediatric Trauma: A Case Report

Introduction Studies have shown that 1 out of every 4 persons under the age of 18 will sustain a traumatic anterior crown fracture. 1,2 Such fractures...

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Dental care for one and all - Accessible & inclusive dentistry for special children

Part 1 of inclusive dentistry series. In this part we will discuss making the dental clinics more accessible for children with special health care needs, who...

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Oral habits in pediatric patients: clinical aspects and management

A professional assessment and management guide for non-nutritive sucking, tongue posture, bruxism and other oral habits in paediatric patients.

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Awareness for general dentists on treatment options in pediatric patients

Introduction Pediatric dentistry is considered to be the most needed, yet neglected area in services performed by dental surgeons. Dentists themselves are...

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Silver Diamine Fluoride for Caries preventive dentistry in primary teeth

Early childhood caries (ECC) affects one in two children below the age of 6 years in India .1 This is an alarming ratio and should call for immediate concern....

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10 success secrets for a pediatric dentist

A child in a dentist's office is always a special atmosphere, sometimes exciting, sometimes chaotic. Often the parents are more dramatic than the little...

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Treating the Class IV - a case of pediatric trauma!

Dr Priti Lamba was the Mentor of the DR Pronto Esthetic Challenge 3, 2021-2022 This is a case of a 7 year old boy who came to us with a fractured right central...

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A Song To Brush Their Teeth! AIIMS App For Children Has It All

All India Institute of Medical Science( AIIMS ) launched a bilingual app that has features such as a musical 2-minute brushing timer, brushing demonstration...