Prevalence of dental caries in a pediatric population during the COVID-19 omicron pandemic era in South India.

Caries is a multifactorial disease that involves a majority of the pediatric population. If not diagnosed and treated, it can lead to severe consequences affecting the permanent dentition. The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence of oral foci of infection in a multispeciality hospital during the pandemic in Chennai, South India. The majority of the patients examined had caries.

Oral foci of infection in pediatric population during COVID-19 omicron pandemic era.

Caries is a multifactorial disease that involves a majority of the pediatric population. If not diagnosed and treated, it can lead to severe consequences affecting the permanent dentition. The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of oral foci of infection in a multispeciality hospital during pandemic in Chennai, South India. Majority of the patients examined had caries.

Prevalence and Pattern of Mandibular Fractures: A Retrospective Study in India.

Objective: The main objective of this study is to analyze the prevalence of age, gender distribution, etiology, anatomic distribution, and treatment of mandibular fractures. Materials and Methods: This 2-year retrospective study was carried out in few multispeciality hospitals in India. The results were collected, and descriptive statistics were analyzed using SPSS. Results: Of 180 patients that were analyzed, males and the age group of 20-30 years had a higher prevalence of mandibular fractures with road traffic accidents being the most common etiological factor. Condyle was the most common site affected. Open treatment with rigid and nonrigid fixation was the commonly used method of treatment. Conclusion: Stratification of various epidemiological studies with data obtained over a large study period and sample size must be obtained to understand the plausible factors associated with mandibular fractures for appropriate diagnosis and management of mandibular fractures.

Pediatric oral vitiligo: Case report and literature review / Vitiligo oral pediátrico: reporte de caso y revisión de la literatura

ABSTRACT: Vitiligo is an acquired hypomelanotic disorder of the skin resulting from loss of functional melanoctyes and it affects approximately 0.5-1% of individuals. 25% of vitiligo in children are diagnosed before 10 years of age. The age of onset of vitiligo in children ranges between 4 to 8 years. Depigmentation in oral cavity can be easily noted and awareness about the condition can be created if they are not aware about vitiligo elsewhere in their body and can be guided for the treatment.

RESUMEN: El vitíligo es un trastorno hipomelanótico en la piel que resulta de la pérdida de melanocitos funcionales y afecta aproximadamente al 0,5-1% de los individuos. El 25% de los casos de vitiligo en niños se diagnostican antes de los 10 años. La edad de aparición del vitiligo en los niños oscila entre los 4 y los 8 años. La despigmentación en la cavidad oral se puede notar fácilmente y se puede crear conciencia sobre la afección, si no son conscientes del vitiligo en otras partes de su cuerpo, y pueden ser guiados para el tratamiento.

Basal Cell Adenoma of Retromolar Region from Minor Salivary Gland Origin in a 45-Year-Old Female: A Case Report.

Basal cell adenoma is a rare benign salivary gland neoplasm. The most common location is in parotid region. Clinically, gradual growth and firm consistency are seen. They account for 1 to 3% among all salivary gland neoplasms. Prominent basaloid cells with cluster of isomorphic cells and interspersed trabeculae are present histopathologically. In this article, we present a rare case of basal cell adenoma of retromolar region from minor salivary gland origin.

Rare Occurrence of the Left Maxillary Horizontal Third Molar Impaction, the Right Maxillary Third Molar Vertical Impaction and the Left Mandibular Third Molar Vertical Impaction with Inferior Alveolar Nerve Proximity in a 30 Year Old Female: A Case Report.

BACKGROUND: A combination of horizontal and vertical third molar impaction is a rare occurrence.When the tooth is unable to erupt to its proper position and fail to achieve a normal occlusion, it is known as impacted tooth. CASE DETAILS: In this scientific article, case report of a female patient aged 30 years reported with acombination of horizontally and vertically impacted third molars in the maxilla and mandible has been presented. The treatment included surgical removal of the impacted teeth without any damage to underlying structures. CONCLUSION: Horizontal impaction of left maxillary third molar, vertical impaction of right maxillary third molar and left mandibular third molar is a rare occurrence. If symptomatic, surgical removal has to be planned as earlier as possible rather than late complications.

Management of Mandibular Angle Fracture in a 9-year-old with Miniplate and Monocortical Screws: A Clinical Challenge.

The main characteristic feature of the pediatric mandible is that of decreased dimension, which leads to compromises in the open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). In the dental segment, the cervically bulbous short stature primary teeth might act an obstacle during the maxillomandibular fixation conventionally. An increased osteogenic potential of bones favors rapid consolidation and remodeling in the affected region. The mixed dentition of the ugly duckling stage adds more burden while stabilizing the fractured segments. The main goal of the clinician is to achieve and restore the facial appearance and function. Hereby, we present a clinical challenge depicting a 9-year-old male with mandibular angle fracture managed by miniplate and monocortical screws fixation. How to cite this article: Shunmugavelu K, Subramaniam K. Management of Mandibular Angle Fracture in a 9-year-old with Miniplate and Monocortical Screws: A Clinical Challenge. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(4):391-393.