Activity

e., (

value > 0.05) but in both groups I and II, there was a statistical significant difference when comparing with group III i.e., (

< 0.05).

Thus,

and propolis-modified GIC provided higher antibacterial effect with increased level of inhibition against the

and

; hence, it can be used as a choice of restorative material to treat dental caries. Further studies are required to determine the physical and mechanical characteristics of the material.

Paulraj J, Nagar P. Antimicrobial Efficacy of

and Propolis-modified Glass Ionomer Cement An

Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(5)457-462.

Paulraj J, Nagar P. Perifosine cost Antimicrobial Efficacy of Triphala and Propolis-modified Glass Ionomer Cement An In Vitro Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(5)457-462.

Fluoride varnish with therapeutic tricalcium phosphate formulas such as Clinpro™ varnish has shown greater tendency in treating white spot lesions (WSLs) by inhibiting the progression of initial enamel lesions through the mineral exchange. The self-assembling peptide SAP

-4 (Curodont Repair, CDR) works on a different scale in treating WSLs by mimicking the enamel matrix and aiming to guided enamel regeneration.

To quantitatively and qualitatively compare the effectiveness of the SAP

-4 vs tricalcium posphate fluoride (TCPF) in remineralization of WSLs in young permanent teeth.

Nine healthy patients were enrolled in this study. The trial was performed on 40 young permanent teeth in the initial demineralization stage. Teeth were randomly assigned to receive either TCPF (group I) or SAP

-4 (group II). Lesions were assessed at pretreatment, 3, and 6 months posttreatment quantitatively per laser fluorescence DIAGNOdent pen and qualitatively through the International Caries Detection and Assessment System beissi R, Badr SBY, Osman E. Effectiveness of Self-assembling Peptide P11-4 Compared to Tricalcium Phosphate Fluoride Varnish in remineralization of White Spot Lesions A Clinical Randomized Trial. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(5)451-456.

Dental caries is the most common oral disease in preschool children. It is considered to be due to multifactorial etiology, affecting primary molars with various caries patterns.

The aim of the study was to determine prevalence and patterns of dental caries in primary molars of preschool children. Prevalence and patterns of dental caries were correlated with age and gender.

The study design adopted was analytical observational study.

Caries examination was done using plain mouth mirror, probe, and tweezers with cotton pellets under standardized environment. Children’s age was measured in years, and the age in years and months were merged with nearest round off number.

Obtained data were subjected to statistical analysis using SPSS software. Test for significance was done with the help of Chi-square test.

In Maxilla, max. rt 2nd molars (

value = 0.036), max rt 1st molars (

value = 0.035), max lt 1st primary molars (0.095), and max lt 2nd primary molars (

value = 0.005) showed significantly di Srivastava VK. Prevalence and Pattern of Dental Caries and Their Asssociation with Age and Gender in Preschool Children An Observational Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(5)442-450.

Srivastava VK. Prevalence and Pattern of Dental Caries and Their Asssociation with Age and Gender in Preschool Children An Observational Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(5)442-450.

To evaluate the effectiveness of audiovisual (AV) aid in assessing the parental attitude for their child’s oral health.

A study (cross-sectional) was conducted in 50 parents of the children between age group of 0 and 14 years. A PowerPoint presentation was given to parents in two batches, and its effectiveness was assessed by comparing results of questionnaire before and after presentation. Data were collected through a questionnaire.

All data were compiled using MS Office Excel Sheet, and analysis was performed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences software for descriptive analysis, and the level of statistical significance used in this study was chosen at

value < 0.005.

The results proved that selected sample had lack of knowledge regarding primary teeth and its importance, oral health care of the child from birth, ideal time of first dental visit, and preventive treatments before awareness program. But there was significant difference in attitude of parents regarding their child’s oral health care after presentation.

Within the limitation of the study, the high prevalence dental caries in children showed that change of parental behavior and attitude is much more important rather than focusing on increasing knowledge only. Hence, AV aids can be effective tools for increasing awareness.

Kajal A, Tandon S, Rai TS,

Efficacy of Audiovisual Aid in Assessing Parental Attitude toward their Child’s Oral Health. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(5)437-441.

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