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Evaluation of mineral loss in primary and permanent human enamel samples subjected to chemical demineralization by international caries detection and assessment system II and quantitative light-induced fluorescence & #8482;: An in vitro study
Conclusion: Different samples demineralize at different rates. The demineralization in primary samples was 1.25 times higher than permanent samples. Recommendation: due to inherent variability in the samples continuous monitoring of the demineralization process on a 24 hourly basis is required to standardize the process. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Ragavee Veeramani Raghavendra Shanbhog Nandlal Bhojraj Shefali Kaul NK Anoop Source Type: research

In vitro evaluation of milk-based, soy-based, and amino acid-based infant formulas on Streptococcus mutans biofilm formation
Conclusion: Commercially available infant formulas favor S. mutans biofilm growth and can be cariogenic. Amino acid-based infant formula was found to have less S. mutans biofilm growth than MBF and SBF. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Hira Sadan BM Shanthala MA Zareena George Babu Vidhya Vijayan Source Type: research

Comparison of cytotoxicity and smear layer removal efficacy of triphala (an Indian ayurvedic herbal formulation) and 5.25 & #37; sodium hypochlorite as root canal irrigants: An in vitro study
Conclusion: Triphala can be considered as a superior irrigant with good antibacterial efficacy and least cytotoxicity potential compared to conventional hypochlorite irrigating agent and provide adequate clearing of smear layer in the coronal and middle third, and further studies are warranted to alter the properties of liquid to make it more cleansable in the apical third of the root. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: VP Reshma Raj R Balagopal Varma J Sureshkumar Parvathy Kumaran Arun Mamachan Xavier Medhini Madhavan Source Type: research

Relationship between chronological age, dental age, and body height using Demirjian method among children aged 4 & #8211;14 years in Pune & #8211; A radiographic study
Conclusions: In the present study, it can be concluded that the Demirjian method of dental age assessment showed high accuracy when applied to pediatric population in Pune. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Rahul J Hegde Anand Shigli Pritesh Gawali Geetanjali Jadhav Priyanka Garje Tejas Kulkarni Source Type: research

Relationship between dental fluorosis and I.Q of school going children aged 10-12 years in and around Nalgonda district-A cross-sectional study
Conclusion: The overall IQ levels in children exposed to high fluoride level significantly lower than the low fluoride areas. Thus, children intelligence can be affected by high water fluoride levels. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: R Kranthi Kumar Kola Srikanth Reddy N Venugopal Reddy Toviti Karthik M Ajay Reddy Nagakishore Source Type: research

Effectiveness of licorice in preventing dental caries in children: A systematic review
Conclusion: Licorice extracts proves to be effective as an antimicrobial agent by reducing the count of SM in children. Its action on biofilm limits the fall of pH thereby preventing acidic environment that increases the risk of dental caries. Moreover, licorice in lollipop form is well accepted by children. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Ann Polachirakal Tharakan Madhura Pawar Sonal Kale Source Type: research

Scientific article publishing: Dealing with rejection blues
Sudhindra BaligaJournal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry 2020 38(4):323-324 (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - January 5, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Sudhindra Baliga Source Type: research

Oral melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy: Management of a case affecting the maxilla
We report the case of a 4-month-old male child with a tumor involving the anterior region of the maxilla along with a brief review of literature, differential diagnosis, and treatment. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Anuradha Agrawal Jaya Joshi Deepak Agrawal Pratiksha Kumar Bharat Modi Source Type: research

Hereditary sensory autonomic neuropathy Type VIII: A rare clinical presentation, genomics, diagnosis, and management in an infant
Shaik Hasanuddin, Gayatri Moghe, J Sharada ReddyJournal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry 2020 38(3):315-318 A 7-month-old female child born to nonconsanguineous parents with a history of global developmental delay, since early infancy had reported to the department with facial features of mild dysmorphism. History of finger sucking and finger biting was evident, as there was a massive scab tissue over the dorsal aspect of the index finger, above the finger nail bed. A huge ulcer was evident on the right side of the dorsal aspect of anterior two-thirds of the tongue. Genetic evaluation through targ...
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Shaik Hasanuddin Gayatri Moghe J Sharada Reddy Source Type: research

Accidental displacement of primary anterior teeth following extraction of neonatal teeth
M Sridhar, AJ Sai Sankar, K Siva Sankar, K Kiran KumarJournal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry 2020 38(3):311-314 Eruption of the first tooth at 6 months of age is a significant stage in a child's life. However, the presence of a tooth in the oral cavity of a newborn can lead to a lot of delusions. Natal and neonatal teeth are of utmost importance not only to a dentist but also for a pediatrician due to parental anxiety, folklore superstitions, and numerous complications associated with it. The present case report describes a 1.5 cm × 1.5 cm, slow-growing, soft-tissue gingiv...
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: M Sridhar AJ Sai Sankar K Siva Sankar K Kiran Kumar Source Type: research

Inter-comparison of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy, LASER, and an antifungal agent as adjunct intracanal irrigation techniques to standard disinfection protocols in reducing Candida albicans counts in the root canals of primary teeth: A pilot study
Conclusion: One percent Clotrimazole (antifungal) can be utilized as an adjunct in the endodontic irrigation protocol for better success of pulpectomy in children. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Pallavi Anand Shivani Mathur Vinod Sachdev Anshi Jain Source Type: research

Reflective learning for behavioral guidance in pediatric dentistry
Conclusion: The strong need of improving BBG skills in pediatric dentistry was met by “reflection on action.” There was improvement in the knowledge of students in using reflections for learning and application of behavior guidance skills and was well accepted. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Richa Khanna Rajeev Kumar Singh Rameshwari Singhal Source Type: research

Efficacy of chlorhexidine wipes on colonization of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus in both ventilator and nonventilator patients in pediatric intensive care unit
Conclusions: Standard oral hygiene practice has the potential to contribute to improved oral and general health of children in pediatric ICU. CHX wipes significantly reduced S. aureus count in ventilator patients. Hence, it could be used as an effective antimicrobial agent in pediatric ICU. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: PN Navya G Dhananjaya Prakash Chandra Source Type: research

Tobacco cessation effects on oral health by group and individualized motivational therapy in 12 to 18 years old boys & #8211; A randomized controlled study
Conclusion: Group and individualized motivation serves as an effective means for tobacco cessation among adolescents. Improvement in gingival health and reduction of the tobacco consumption was observed with motivational intervention. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Kinjal Patel Anshula Deshpande Aishwarya Jain Yash Shah Pulkit Kalyan Source Type: research

Parental acceptance of behavior management techniques for preschool children in dental practice: Revisited
Conclusions: The BMTs were better accepted with similar pattern compared to past studies. PP/PA was the least accepted related to high parental anxiety. Child's experience with BMTs increased the acceptance. (Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry)
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry - September 28, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Kanchaporn Seangpadsa Apiwan Smutkeeree Pattarawadee Leelataweewud Source Type: research