Researchers from Australia and the UK have patented Orcellex brush which is capable of collecting oral cytological samples with liquid-based preparation for early detection of oral cancer. With approximately 600,000 patients diagnosed with oral cancer annually, there is increasing effort for preventive measures, accurate diagnosis and early detection of dysplastic tissues. Squamous cell carcinoma is …

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Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder, characterized by social impairments, limited interests and repeated behavior. Its prevalence has dramatically increased to 1.4% in USA according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). There is continuous effort for early diagnosis of autism based on analysis of qualitative and laboratory-based data. It is now …

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Alveolar ridge expansion is a demanding surgical procedure in modern implantology. It is generally understood that osteotomies in narrow ridge should be as conservative as possible without comprising control on the implant or deviation from placement axis. Choosing the right device for ridge expansion (also known as ridge splitting) is dependent on several factors including …

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There are few concerns arising about the acceptability and usability of online learning for dental students. Online learning could be a helpful auxiliary tool along with traditional dental educational methods; and implementing successful online learning model(s) needs subjective and objective evaluation of learning outcomes. Online learning could have some benefits such as saving learning time …

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Zinc ions are known to exhibit a preventive action against volatile sulfur compounds such as gaseous H2S that cause oral malodor. Oral malodor results from microbial fermentation of food debris in the mouth; so, antimicrobial agents have the potential to reduce oral malodor by chemically neutralizing the fermentation by-products. A combination of zinc ions and …

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The oral environment has various microbial communities, and understanding the oral microbiome and the ecological balances inside the mouth is essential for oral health. Oral microbes live in continuous antagonistic/mutualistic interactions, and disrupting this equilibrium leads to overgrowth of particular species that could be pathogenic. Healthy oral cavity can be still colonized by hundreds of …

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