RESUMO
Pyogenic granuloma (PG) is a benign vascular neoplasm seen in the first and second decades of life, and it has a female predilection. It presents as a small reddish exophytic lesion, gingiva being the most common site. This article describes an unusual presentation of PG in a one-year-old female child and highlights the importance of its early diagnosis and management to avoid discomfort and distress in these patients. The diagnosis was verified by histological examination, which revealed significant markers such as endothelial growth, vascular abundance, and chronic inflammatory cell infiltration. The chosen treatment protocol was surgical excision, which led to a successful outcome with no symptoms of recurrence, as confirmed by thorough follow-up examinations.
RESUMO
Aim The aim of this study was to assess the reliability and feasibility of using teledentistry for the screening and diagnosis of dental caries in children between the age groups of three to six years. Design This study included a total of 318 school-going children whose caries scores were calculated by visual method and using digital photographs generated by an intraoral camera by two examiners: examiner 1 and examiner 2 (E1 and E2). Intra-examiner and inter-examiner variability were determined. Reliability was compared across the three groups. Results Intra-examiner and inter-examiner variability when compared revealed no significant difference. A Cronbach's alpha of 0.983 was generated, which shows high reliability. Conclusions Effective screening for early childhood caries (ECC) in young children was possible with digital images generated in a school setting, thus paving the way for the application of teledentistry as effective means for the diagnosis of dental caries.