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Primary Molar Loss And Resulting Space Outcomes: A Systematic Review, Kaitlin Carlson, Meredith Clark, Richard Nguyen, Brenda S Bohaty, Amy Burleson, Robin Onikul, Neena Patel, Jenna Sparks

Posters

Premature loss of a primary molar can occur due to a multitude of reasons, including caries, infection, and trauma. When this occurs and restoration of the affected primary tooth is not possible, the AAPD recognizes space maintenance as a “Best Practice” to prevent loss of arch length, width, and perimeter after extraction. However, reports suggest that with proper intercuspation of first permanent molars, space loss from premature loss of a primary molar is minimal and a space maintainer in that area may not be needed. The clinical management for such cases has been controversial across pediatric dental providers, with factors …

Oral Surgical Needs In A Pediatric Hospital Dental Clinic, Meredith Clark, Richard Nguyen, Kaitlin Carlson, Brenda S Bohaty, Amy Burleson, Robin Onikul, Neena Patel, Jenna Sparks

Posters

Purpose: The aim of this study is to evaluate and assess the oral surgery needs in a pediatric hospital dental clinic at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. Methods: Following IRB approval, appointments over a 6-month time-period were reviewed and recorded when a referral was placed to an oral surgeon. The reason for referral, patient age and medical history were recorded and analyzed. Results: Half of the patients needing oral and maxillofacial procedures were between the ages of 8-10 years old. There was an equal number of patients needing extractions due to carious/non-restorable teeth with and without special health care …

Differential Diagnosis Of Oral Ulcerations: A Case Report, Richard Nguyen, Kaitlin Carlson, Meredith Clark, Amy Burleson, Brenda S Bohaty, Robin Onikul, Neena Patel, Jenna Sparks

Posters

The diagnosis of oral lesions in children can be challenging as it can be an unspecified symptom of several diseases. Differential diagnoses can range from infectious diseases of childhood, inflammations, nutritional deficiencies, and chronic diseases. Because of this, children with oral ulcers may be treated by different specialists such as pediatric dentists and pediatricians. The purpose of this poster is to report the case of a twenty-one-month-old female patient who presented to Children’s Mercy Hospital Kansas City Emergency Department with chief concern for acute onset of intraoral oral ulcers, extraoral blisters near the lower lip, and fetid oral odor. Patient …

Evaluation Of Dentistry Students' Perceptions And Attitudes Towards Artificial Intelligence In Kazakhstan, Yasin Yasa, Kubeisin Altynbekov, Nazgul Onaibekova

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: Artificial intelligence’s (AI) potential to analyze medical data and improve patient outcomes is driving its rapid integration into healthcare systems. This study addresses the knowledge gap regarding Kazakhstani dental students’ attitudes toward AI in dentistry. Methods: A survey with 213 participants assessed dental students’ views on AI in dentistry at two Kazakhstani universities. A self-administered questionnaire (22 items) via Google Forms was used to gather data on demographics, baseline knowledge (information sources, understanding of AI principles, and familiarity with dental AI applications), and attitudes/perceptions. Frequency analyses and chi-square tests (p < 0.05) explored the responses. Results: The survey included 213 dental students (mean …

Synthesis And Partial Characterization Of Chitosan Phosphorylation From Marine Cuttlefish Sepia Aculeata (Orbingy, 1848) And Its Antimicrobial Potentials Against Oral Pathogens, Yathin Reddy Putta, Annathai Pitchai, Pasiyappazham Ramasamy

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objectives: This study investigated the synthesis and partial characterization of phosphorylated chitosan extracted from the cuttlebone of Sepia aculeata (Orbingy, 1848) and evaluated its antimicrobial potential against oral pathogens. Methods: The synthesis of phosphorylated chitosan from Sepia aculeata cuttlebone involved several steps: cleaning, deproteinization, demineralization to extract chitin, deacetylation to produce chitosan, and phosphorylation to introduce phosphate groups. Phosphorylation enhances the properties of chitosan, making it a promising candidate for oral health applications. Phosphorylated chitosan was purified and characterized using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) to confirm structural changes. This process enhances …

Microstructural And Elemental Characterization Of Hydrated Carbonated Hydroxyapatite As Pulp Capping Agent: An In Vitro Study, S.Swathi Priyadharshini, Chinnasamy Ragavendran, J. Ramana Ramya, Anand Sherwood

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Understanding the microstructural and elemental composition of pulp capping materials is crucial for predicting their biocompatibility and effectiveness in promoting pulp healing. Objectives: This study aimed to characterize the microstructural and elemental properties of carbonated hydroxyapatite as a dental pulp-capping material. Methods: Carbonated hydroxyapatite was synthesized using the precipitation method. MTA and Apacal ART were obtained from commercial sources. The materials were prepared into disk-shaped specimens, hydrated in deionized water at 37°C for 14 days, and analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). Results: SEM images revealed that MTA exhibited smooth, plate-like crystalline structures surrounded by …

Does Periodontal Treatment During Pregnancy Reduce The Incidence Of Preterm Birth Rates?: A Meta-Analysis Of Randomized Controlled Trials, Ashraf Elzer, Raga A. Elzahaf, Hameda Asrafel, Khalid Sassi, Mohamed Jedeh

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: To find out if scaling and root planing for periodontal disease during pregnancy lowers the incidence of preterm births. Methods: This is a meta-analysis study design; searches were conducted in the PubMed database and on Google Scholar between January 2000 and December 2023. Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were considered. The studies will be examined to determine the relationship between non-surgical periodontal treatment and preterm birth rates among pregnant women. Results: Only 14 trials were included out of 194 articles identified. The overall result indicated a statistically significant reduction in preterm birth rate when we use the random …

Natal And Neonatal Teeth In Mississippi Newborn, Keona Sanders, Anna Mcdowell, Dr. Sarah Mccrary

Undergraduate Research Conference

Title: Natal And Neonatal Teeth In Mississippi Newborns

Submission Type: Semester Long Research/ Oral Presentation

Abstract: In recent years, we have seen a growth in Mississippi infants being born with or growing teeth at an earlier stage. This may be caused by several things, like gestational age, maternal age, or possibly the mother’s diet. We are now looking for common similarities between these infants to see what the possible cause may be. Although this may not seem detrimental, this is still very harmful for infants, causing diseases like Riga Fede Disease. This is a disease that is caused by mandibular …

Sealing Ability Of White Mineral Trioxide Aggregate Mixed With 2.25% Sodium Hypochlorite Gel Used For Repairing Furcal Perforations In Primary Molars: An In Vitro Study, Mawia M. Karkoutly, Saleh B. Al Kurdi, Nada Bshara

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the sealing ability of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and 2.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) gel mixture in repairing furcal perforation in primary molars using methylene blue dye penetration.

Materials and methods:
It was an in vitro experimental study. Sixty human primary molars were randomly divided into four groups (n = 15). Group 1 (MTA + distilled water (DW)): Furcal perforations were repaired with MTA and DW mixture. Group 2 (MTA + NaOCl gel): Furcal perforations were repaired with MTA and 2.25% NaOCl gel mixture. Group 3 (Positive control): Furcal perforations left untreated. Group 4 (Negative …

Investigating The Impact Of Drug Delivery Systems On The Efficacy Of Emla Cream For Palatine Anesthesia In Children Aged 7 To 11 Years., Farah M. Babakurd, Shadi K. Azzawi

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Background & Aim: This research aims to find alternatives to the traditional painful palatine local injection used during the extraction of upper temporary teeth. The study seeks to enhance the effectiveness of EMLA cream over a suitable duration for child response (3 minutes) by utilizing drug delivery systems, including a permeability enhancer (DMSO), oral patches, and microneedle patches for palatine injections while using only lidocaine injections from the vestibular side.

Materials and Methods: The research sample consisted of 75 children, who were

randomly divided into five groups of 15 children each. The studied material or method was applied …

The Relationship Between Maternal Dental Anxiety And Children's Dental Anxiety: A Cross-Sectional Study, Mariam I. Sharaf, Mayssoon A. Dashash

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Background and aim of the study: Dental fear and anxiety are one of the main challenges in pediatric dentistry, and dental fear and anxiety are a common reason for avoiding dental treatments, which may lead to deterioration of oral health status over time. Many researchers have shown that the relationship between parents and children has a direct impact on dental anxiety in children, so this study was conducted with the aim of evaluating the relationship between dental anxiety in mothers and dental anxiety in children.

Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 60 children and their mothers …

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Cinnamon Oil On Pain Severity Caused By Needle Pick During Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block In Children, Hiba N. Khalouf, Mohammad Bashier Al Monaqel

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Objectives: Despite the great development witnessed by dentistry, pain during the insertion of a local anesthesia needle is still the main cause of fear and anxiety in children, and with the spread of many methods to relieve pain, research is still ongoing to find an effective surface anesthetic to relieve pain well, so the aim of this research was to take advantage of the available and cheap non-pharmacological natural materials in achieving this goal.

Materials and Methods: A randomized, double-blind clinical study was conducted involving 60 children from the Pediatric Dentistry Department of Damascus University. Cooperative children were selected …

Comparing Two Types Of Distraction (Passive And Active) During Primary Mandibular Molar Pulpotomy (Randomized Controlled Trial), Ekram A. Alsibai, Nada Bshara

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the types of passive distraction - by watching cartoons - and active distraction - by video games - during pulpotomy on the primary mandibular molars in children.

Materials and Methods: The research sample consisted of 70 children who were randomly divided into two groups according to the distraction method used:

Group (1): 35 children who used the active distraction technique by video games through a wireless gaming handpiece.

Group (2): 35 children who used the passive distraction technique by watching cartoons films.

Children were selected from the Department of Pediatric Dentistry …

Impact Of An Oral Health Education Program On Institutionalized Visually Impaired Children In Syria, Batool M. Al Mughrabi, Yusra H. Haddeh, Mayssoon A. Dashash

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Background: Children with visually impairments encounter numerous challenges in maintaining adequate oral hygiene. Their reliance on caregivers limits their ability to utilize visual aids and engage with the medical instructions typically found in standard dental health education programs.

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of oral health education (OHE) delivered through two different methods: audio and tactile, on the Knowledge – attitude – behavior (KAB) related to oral health, as well as the oral health status of visually impaired children.

Material and Methods: A total of sixty-six visually impaired children, aged 5-18 years, residing at …

Successful Treatment Of A “Pedo-Endo” Lesion In A Primary First Molar - Case Report, Wayne W. Maibaum M.A., D.M.D., Fagd, Steven R. Spitzer D.D.S.

The New York State Dental Journal

Patients with a mixed dentition can present for dental treatment with a nonvital primary tooth. The treatment of choice is often extraction, with the subsequent space presenting a cosmetic issue or requiring a space maintainer to preserve arch integrity for the erupting permanent teeth. Presented is a nonsurgical alternative treatment that saves the tooth, is less invasive, and may be preferred by some patients and their families. It is a procedure that may often be overlooked but can be included in the armamentarium of general dentists, pediatric dentists and endodontists.

Treatment Options For Pre-Eruptive Intracoronal Resorption Of Permanent Teeth: A Report Of Two Cases, Dhaval Shah Dds, Bret Lesavoy Dmd, Richard Yoon D.D.S.

The New York State Dental Journal

Pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption (PEIR) is a condition found in 2% to 8% of cases, initially seen as a radiolucent area beneath the dentino-enamel junction in unerupted teeth. This case series highlights pre-eruptive intracoronal resorption (PEIR) diagnosis and diverse management approaches for two presentations: one with symptomatic maxillary second molar PEIR and another with incidentally discovered mandibular second molar PEIR. Often confused with traditional dental caries due to its radiolucent appearance, it was previously termed “pre-eruptive” caries. Differentiating between “progressive” and "nonprogressive” forms is crucial. Treatment options depend on radiographic extent, lesion progression and clinical symptoms.

Comparison Of Untreated Caries And Caries-Risk Improvement In An Elementary-School-Based Comprehensive Dental Care Program, John-Vincent Quiao D.D.S., Gavin To, Dahea Ham, Courtney H. Chinn Dds, Mph, Elizabeth Best M.P.H., Rose Amable D.D.S.

The New York State Dental Journal

Purpose: This retrospective chart review explored differences in initial exam caries-risk assessment and mean change in untreated carious teeth at 18-month recall.

Methods: Five years of clinical records from two school site locations were reviewed. Bivariate analysis (t-test) was used.

Results: A total of 150 charts satisfied the inclusion criteria. Average caries-risk score at initial exam was significantly higher in Asians compared to non-Asians.

Conclusions: Findings demonstrate that Asian subjects show a higher initial risk assessment score. There was no significant difference in untreated caries by treatment location, which demonstrates the efficacy of school-based programs.

N Y State Dent J April 2025

The New York State Dental Journal

In the April 2025 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

• Treatment Options for Pre-eruptive Intracoronal Resorption of Permanent Teeth: A Report of Two Cases
• Successful Treatment of a “Pedo-Endo” Lesion in a Primary First Molar
• Comparison of Untreated Caries and Caries-Risk Improvement in an Elementary-School-Based Comprehensive Dental Care Program

This issue includes regular columns with regional news impacting the New York membership including: editorial and perspectives columns, legal, association activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.

The Effect Of A Combined Aloe Vera And Chlorhexidine Gel On Plaque Index In Children With Cerebral Palsy. Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial), Anwar S. Sabti, Chaza N. Kouchaje, Mhd. Isam H. Agha

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Introduction: Background and aim of the research: Oral health and periodontal diseases constitute part of the oral problems in patients with cerebral palsy. Providing oral health care to these patients is extremely difficult due to some of their physical and physical disabilities. Given the existence of a link between oral health and physical health, it was necessary to think about In finding solutions to treat their gingivitis without exerting physical and mechanical effort on the part of the child and his family, and the fact that the use of oral rinses GEL is effective in alleviating gingivitis, it requires …

The Effect Of Sugar-Free Gum On The Salivary Ph Of Children After Consuming Sweetened Milk, Rouaa Zamzam, Nada Bshara

Arabian Journal of Pediatric Dentistry

Objectives: This study aimed to monitor the changes in saliva pH after consuming a package of sweetened and chocolate-flavored milk, then studying the saliva pH changes after consuming a sugar-free gum sweetened with xylitol and sorbitol, in children with different additionally dental caries at the age of 3-5 years after conducting a laboratory study of milk to measure its acidity and the amount of added sugars and proteins to it. Materials and Methods: : A chemical analytical laboratory studied the pH and the amount of sugar and proteins added to milk (sweetened and chocolate flavored milk from (Hawa Al …