CBCT, Oral Cancer and Precancer, TMJ disease, Artificial Intelligence
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Scopus Publications
Scopus Publications
Public Perception and Practices Regarding Oral Hygiene Aids: A Cross-sectional Study Therraddi Muthu RM, Manigandan T, Sri Ram V, Preeti Patil, Ashtha Arya, Leo Caroline M World Journal of Dentistry, 2026 IntroductIonThe oral cavity is the "mirror" of the human body.It reflects the overall health and well-being of an individual.Oral and systemic health has a bidirectional relationship, which has been well studied and supported in the literature. 1,2Hence, maintenance of good oral health remains crucial for the general health of a person.Oral health is a state of being free from various oral diseases.It is multifaceted and complex, involving physical, psychological, and social elements that enable the person to speak, smile, eat, and interact confidently without pain or discomfort. 3Dietary habits, smoking, alcohol, use of tobacco, poor oral hygiene, and stress are some of the frequently identified causative factors for many oral diseases. 4,5Strict adherence to oral hygiene practice ensures effective removal of dental plaque, a major etiological agent implicated in various oral diseases, thus promoting a healthy oral environment.Adequate oral hygiene can be achieved by using appropriate oral hygiene products.These products are intended for the purpose of cleansing the oral cavity and imparting freshness of breath. 6,7Countless oral hygiene products are commercially available in the market.Of these, the commonly used products include toothpaste (dentifrices), toothbrushes, floss, interdental brushes, and mouthwashes.
Comparative evaluation of success rates in endodontic therapy versus oral medicine interventions in the management of chronic periapical lesions P. Patil, A. Langaliya, M. V. Raj, C. Khurana, R. Agrawal, A. Mohapatra, M. Mehta, R. S. Makkad Endodontics Today, 2026 INTRODUCTION. Chronic periapical lesions are an outcome of pulpal necrosis that necessitates final treatment. Although the traditional endodontic treatment is still the gold standard, the use of adjunctive interventions based on oral medicine and conservative pharmacological approaches as potential modes of treatment have been proposed. MATERIALS AND METHODS. A prospective comparative study was performed on 180 patients with chronic periapical lesions who were grouped as Group A (conventional endodontic therapy only, n = 60), Group B (endodontic therapy plus systemic pharmacological intervention, n = 60) and Group C (conservative oral management and delayed endodontic intervention, n = 60). The main outcomes were the level of healing success, reduction of the size of the lesion, and the resolution of the symptoms measured at 3, 6, and 12 months. Secondary outcomes were pain scores, quality of life and treatment complications. RESULTS. 12 months overall success rates were: Group A (83.3%), Group B (91.7%), Group C (45.0%), p < 0.001. The lesion size reduction in terms of the mean was also 4.82 ± 1.24 mm (Group A), 5.67 ± 1.18 mm (Group B) and 2.14 ± 1.52 mm (Group C), p < 0.001. Total periapical healing Group A (76.7), Group B (85.0) and Group C (33.3), p < 0.001. The Group B (4.2 + 1.8 days) and the Group C (12.6 + 4.8 days) had significantly shorter pain resolution times when compared to Group A (6.8 + 2.4 days), p < 0.001. The highest level of patient satisfaction was obtained in Group B (8.64 + 1.12) in comparison to Group A (7.92 + 1.34) and Group C (5.28 + 1.86), p = 0.001. Group A, 10.0%: Group B, 5.0%: Group C, 41.7%: treatment failure requiring surgical intervention was found. CONCLUSIONS. Endodontic therapy with systemic pharmacological intervention has better results compared to endodontic therapy or conservative oral medicine treatment. The outcome of conservative pharmacological treatment without conclusive endodontic therapy is far worse and thus there is a need to treat the infectious etiology to achieve success in treating periapical lesions.
LASER DENTISTRY: ADVANCEMENTS, CLINICAL APPLICATIONS AND FUTURE PROSPECTS Seethalakshmi Chiranjeevi, J Pooraninagalakshmi, Navneet Gurm, D. Madhuri, Anitha Subbappa, et al. Bulletin of Stomatology and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2025 Laser technology has changed dental practice through accuracy, minimal invasiveness, and greater patient comfort. It is applied in different procedures, including the removal of cavities, reshaping the gums, and the treatment of periodontal disease. Advantages include less pain, quicker healing, and reduced use of anesthesia. Recent advances in technology, such as erbium and diode lasers, have enhanced the outcome of treating hard and soft tissues. Though there are challenges like being expensive and requiring special training, the future of laser dentistry looks bright, with a lot of possibilities for further application in preventive treatments, early disease diagnosis, and more effective treatments, leading to improved patient experiences and improved quality of care.
Quantitative Assessment of Temporomandibular Joint Space in Bruxers: A Cross-Sectional Radiographic Study Ramnarayan B. K., Preeti Patil, Meenakshi Chowdhary, Savita A. M., Krishnanand P. S., Darshana S. International Journal of Dentistry, 2025 Background Bruxism is a parafunctional habit that can lead to significant dental and musculoskeletal complications. Chronic bruxism may impose excessive and abnormal mechanical loads on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), potentially altering joint morphology and joint space dimensions. These changes can be subtle and asymptomatic initially, but they may progress to disorders such as disc displacement, joint pain, and functional limitations. Radiographic evaluation of TMJ space, particularly through advanced imaging modalities such as cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), offers a noninvasive means of quantifying joint space alterations. However, the relationship between bruxism and TMJ space narrowing or asymmetry remains inadequately understood, with inconsistent findings across existing literature. Objective To quantitatively evaluate the TMJ space in individuals with bruxism using CBCT and compare findings with matched nonbruxer controls. Methods A cross‐sectional study was conducted on 75 patients clinically diagnosed with bruxism (age 20–45 years, 36 males, 39 females). CBCT scans were analyzed to measure anterior joint space (AJS), superior joint space (SJS), and posterior joint space (PJS) bilaterally. Data were compared to normative values from 30 age‐ and sex‐matched nonbruxers. Independent t ‐test was used to compare joint space dimensions between bruxers and nonbruxers, with significance set at p < 0.05. Results Bruxers demonstrated a significantly reduced SJS (2.73 ± 0.39 mm) and increased PJS (3.29 ± 0.44 mm) compared to nonbruxers (3.16 ± 0.34 mm and 2.80 ± 0.37 mm, respectively) on CBCT analysis ( p < 0.001), indicating distinct condylar displacement patterns. Age was significantly negatively correlated with SJS, indicating progressive joint space narrowing with advancing age in bruxers. Male bruxers showed significantly higher PJS compared to females ( p = 0.018), potentially reflecting gender‐based anatomical or functional variation in response to bruxism. Conclusion The present study demonstrated that bruxers exhibit significantly increased posterior and reduced SJS dimensions compared to nonbruxers, indicating early condylar positional alterations detectable on CBCT that may aid in timely diagnosis and prevention of symptomatic temporomandibular joint disorders.
Extrafollicular AOT presenting as a gingival overgrowth: A rare case report Preeti Patil, Kirty Nandimath, Krishna Burde, KarthikJ Kabbur Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology, 2020 Adenomatoid odontogenic tumor (AOT) is an uncommon, benign, asymptomatic, slow-growing tumor with marked predilection for occurrence in the anterior maxilla. It represents 3% of all odontogenic tumors. There are three clinicopathological variants of AOT, namely, follicular, extrafollicular, and peripheral. This paper describes in detail a rare case of an extrafollicular adenomatoid odontogenic tumor occurring in mandible and presenting as gingival growth.
Secondary metastasis to the mandible from breast carcinoma –A rare case report Amit Thorawat Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2015 Regardless of the rare occurrence of metastatic lesions to the jaw, it should be taken into consideration in the individuals with a history of malignancy. Early detection requires accurate examination, and microscopic evaluation is essential. In this paper we report a case of breast carcinoma to the mandible as female breast cancer is the most frequent metastatic lesion to the mandible and its metastasis is well documented. The patient's medical history revealed that she had undergone mastectomy on the left breast three years ago. As this condition is infrequently described, documentation of new cases will augment the existing knowledge.
Dosimetry in dentistry Ingita Chatterjee, Preeti Patil, S Naveen, ML Asha Indian Journal of Dental Research, 2015 AIM The purpose of this paper was to review various dosimeters used in dentistry and the cumulative results of various studies done with various dosimeters. MATERIALS AND METHODS Several relevant PubMed indexed articles from 1999 to 2013 were electronically searched by typing "dosimeters", "dosimeters in dentistry", "properties of dosimeters", "thermoluminescent and optically stimulated dosimeters", "recent advancements in dosimetry in dentistry." The searches were limited to articles in English to prepare a concise review on dental dosimetry. Titles and abstracts were screened, and articles that fulfilled the criteria of use of dosimeters in dental applications were selected for a full-text reading. Article was divided into four groups: (1) Biological effects of radiation, (2) properties of dosimeters, (3) types of dosimeters and (4) results of various studies using different dosimeters. CONCLUSION The present review on dosimetry based on various studies done with dosimeters revealed that, with the advent of radiographic technique the effective dose delivered is low. Therefore, selection of radiological technique plays an important role in dental dose delivery.
Heat shock protein (HSP70) as a marker of epithelial dysplasia in oral dysplastic lesions: A clinicopathological study Preeti Patil, Kirty Nandimath, Sudeendra Prabhu, VenkateshG Naikmasur Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 2015 Objective: In the present study, expression of heat shock protein (HSP70) was evaluated and compared in oral dysplastic lesions, in particular leukoplakia (study group) and in normal mucosal tissues (control group). Additionally, correlation of HSP70 expression with clinical disease status was investigated. Subjects and Methods: A total of 60 fresh tissue specimens were obtained from the oral cavity, consisting of 30 dysplastic cases and 30 normal mucosal tissues. The presence of epithelial dysplasia and its histologic grading was evaluated. Immunohistochemistry was carried out with the monoclonal HSP70 antibodies and expression of cytoplasmic HSP70 within the epithelium was compared between dysplastic and normal mucosal samples using Student's t-test. Results: Expression of HSP70 was detected in 93% of the oral dysplastic tissues and 20% of the normal mucosal tissues. Statistical significant difference in the HSP70 expression was seen between oral dysplastic tissues and normal oral mucosal tissues (P < 0.000). The interexaminer reliability was 93.3%. Statistical significant difference was seen in the HSP70 expression between controls and different grades of dysplasia (mild, moderate and severe). There was no relationship of HSP70 expression with clinical parameters like age, sex, site of the lesion, history of adverse habits and duration of adverse habits. Conclusion: In the present study, HSP70 activity was significantly higher in oral dysplastic (leukoplakia) group than in the control group. Further, as the grade of dysplasia increased, the staining intensity and/or distribution increased, indicating that enhanced HSP70 expression occurs during oral carcinogenesis. Hence, it is concluded that increased HSP70 immunoexpression could be an objective marker for the presence of epithelial dysplasia.
Evaluation of radiomorphometric indices in panoramic radiograph – a screening tool Atul Anand Bajoria, Asha ML, Geetha Kamath, Medha Babshet, Preeti Patil, Piyush Sukhija Open Dentistry Journal, 2015 Background: Mandibular cortical indices, like the mandibular cortical index (MCI), panoramic mandibular index (PMI), mental index (MI), antegonial index (AI) and gonial index (GI) have been developed to assess and quantify the quality of mandibular bone mass.Aim and Objectives:The aim of this pilot study was to measure the radiomorphometric indices in a digital panoramic radiograph and find the inter-relationship of the indices with age and sex of the patients.Materials and Method:A total of 23 randomly selected patients were included in the study. Panoramic radiograph of each patient was taken and radiomorphometric indices were determined.Results:There was 69.57% agreement between MI and PMI which was significant. Similarly 78.26% agreement was seen between AI and MI which was significant. In contrast 30.43%, 52.17% and 56.52% agreement was observed while comparing GI with PMI, MI and AI respectively.Conclusion:MCI, PMI, AI and MI can be effectively measured on a panoramic radiograph, hence could be used as a screening tool for determining osteoporosis. All indices have a negative correlation with age and a significant difference between the younger and older age groups. All indices were significantly lower in females when compared to males of the same age group.
