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'It has been irresistible need to dissipate the knowledge of forensic odontology to dental profession'. Forensic odontology includes the application of dental and paradental knowledge to the solution of legal issues in crime and legal matters. The role of forensic odontologist is to offer an advice, opinion and evidence to the judicial courts in legal matters lying within its professional training and experience, when these are required during investigations. The task of forensic odontologist is ruled by an obligation to be prudent in handling of dental evidences available and its interpretation for further analysis of identification., Introduction and Discussion This new era unfolds new discoveries and developments which usher a boom in communication and information technology (Tele-Dentistry) etc. But this also meets new challenges of terrorism, [...]

Attachments of oral microbials, an etiological agents to dental caries, to enamel surfaces are influenced by production or flow of saliva in oral cavity. Unlike earth gravity, microgravity environment may [...]

The now much discussed tsunami of 26 dec. 2004, attributed to a massive undersea earthquake that occurred off the Coast of Banda A Ceh in Sumatra, is reputed to have claimed the lives of over 200,000 in more than 10 countries. This occurred mostly within, or on the fringe of Indian Ocean although its effects extended as far as Somalia and parts of middle east. The systemic application of forensic pathology, DNA profiling, finger prints and forensic dentistry in human identification, is very critical especially in advanced purification. Forward planning, adequate funding, adequate knowledge of forensic science especially forensic dentistry and international co-operation are essential to mounting an effective response to any major mass disaster of future. Keywords: Mass disaster | tsunami | forensic dentistry | certificate course | forensic pathologist | forensic science, Introduction The Indian Ocean tsunami of 26 dec. 2004 created unprecedented challenges for forensic identification of dead bodies. An equally unprecedented collaboration of forensic scientists from more than 29 countries [...]

Oral infection, especially gingivitis and periodontitis may affect course and pathogenesis of a number of systemic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, preeclampsia and low birth weight. The purpose of this essay is to evaluate current status of oral infections, especially periodontitis, as a causal factor for systemic diseases. Keywords: Preganancy | periodontitis | cardiovascular disease, Gingivitis It is the inflammation of gingiva which surrounds the tooth and covers the alveolar bone .During pregnancy, the inflammatory response to dental plaque is increased, leading to swollen gingivae [...]

Periodontal disease, a common chronic oral inflammatory disease is characterized by destruction of soft tissue and bone of tooth. Atherosclerosis starts early in life, since disease progression is usually slow, [...]

The possibility is evident considering the duration of a space flight to Mars and back could require up to more than five years. The dental concerns of a space mission [...]

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease involving multiple organ systems that is defined clinically and associated with antibodies directed against cell nuclei. Its multisystem manifestations and complications from use of immunosuppressive agents make the diagnosis and management of this entity challenging. In this article, we would like to present most common finding and its treatment plan. Keywords: Systemic lupus erythematosus, human leukocyte antigens, Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Causes Pathophysiology Clinical Features Physical findings Pulmonary findings Etiology Drug-induced lupus Laboratory findings Histologic Findings Imaging finding Treatment Prevention Complications Special considerations References Introduction Systemic [...]

Oral infection, especially gingivitis and periodontitis may affect course and pathogenesis of a number of systemic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, preeclampsia and low birth weight. The purpose of this essay is to evaluate current status of oral infections, especially periodontitis, as a causal factor for systemic diseases. Keywords: Preganancy, periodontitis, cardiovascular disease, Table of Contents Abstract Gingivitis Pregnancy epulis (pyogenic granuloma of pregnancy) Effect Of Preganancy On Oral Cavity Effect Of Preganancy On Periodontal Tissue Some Important Studies Correlation between oral infection [...]

Periodontal disease, a common chronic oral inflammatory disease is characterized by destruction of soft tissue and bone of tooth. Atherosclerosis starts early in life, since disease progression is usually slow, [...]

The possibility is evident considering the duration of a space flight to Mars and back could require up to more than five years. The dental concerns of a space mission [...]

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the stage of calcification of various teeth and skeletal maturity stage among Indians individuals. The study subjects consisted of 23 male subjects and 22 female subjects ranging in age from 8 to 20 years. A total of 85 hand-wrist, panaromic radiographs were obtained and analyzed. Skeletal age and skeletal maturity stages were determined form hand-wrist radiographs by using the method outlined in the atlas of Fishman's system. The tooth development of mandibular canines, first and second premolars and second molars were assessed according to the Demirjian system. The second molar was the tooth showing the highest correlation. This suggested that tooth calcification stages from panaromic radiographs might be clinical useful as a maturity indicator after pubertal growth period. Keywords: Tooth calcification, panoramic, radiograph, cephalogram, maturity indicator, Demirijian method, Fishman method, Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Materials and Methods Results Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Hand wrist radiographs have used for calculation as skeletal age for many years. The ossification and development [...]

The growth and development of the maxillary and mandibular intercanine and intermolar distances are of special interest for anatomist orthodontist, prosthodontist, oral surgeon and forensic scientist. The study was conducted on 210 patients casts, aged between 8-20 years. The intercanine and intermolar width of both arches increase significantly (p Keywords: Anatomist, Sexual dimorphism, Intermolar, Intercanine., Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Methods results Discussion Conclusion References Introduction The growth and development of the maxillary and mandibular intercanine and lntermolar distances are of special interest [...]

A histological study was conducted on 82 subjects of both sexes (Male 41 Female 41) from the compact portion of mandible to determine age by Balwant Rai Equation. In majority of the cases it was observed that the low (2-6 years) as compared to actual age. Keywords: Osteons, mandible, age, compact bone, balwant rai equation, Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Method Observations Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Identification and determination of unknown human skeletal remains has been one of the most challenging tasks for [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Methods Results Discussion References Abstract Numerous studies linking periodontitis and cardiovascular disease have been observed. We used a treatment intervention model to study [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Materials and Methods Results Discussion and Conclusion References Abstract Objective: To investigate the association between periodontal disease and pre-eclampsia. Methods: A method preliminary study was [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Preclampsia and periodontal disease Risk factors for PLBW Microbiological aspect of periodontal disease and PLBW Conclusion References Abstract Preclampsia and preterm delivery of low birth [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Method Results Discussion Conclusion References Abstract Age estimations of living individuals are increasingly important in medical and dental practice for evaluating developmental progress, [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Materials and Methods Results Discussion References Abstract Objectives: To evaluate the dimorphism in odontoblast and dentin formation in gender. Methods: We evaluated 159 (normal patients [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Oral manifestations associated with mentally ill patients Oral manifestations of mental illness drugs Lifestyle factors, medical problem and oral health Barriers Screening and access oral [...]

Leptin, a pleiotropic cytokine, regulates various metabolic and endocrine responses, has emerged as an important regulator of inflammation. Also, hyperleptinemia has been reported as a component of metabolic syndrome. Periodontitis [...]

Animal studies have shown that under-nourishment alters skeletal maturation stage and growth. (1 2) Malnourished children have shown significantly slower skeletal maturation rate and delayed puberty. 3, 4 Tooth eruption [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Survey Design Survey Questionnaire Results Discussion References Abstract In the recent past, there has been a lot of change in dental education worldwide. Confusion still [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Materials and Methods Observations and Results: Discussion References Abstract Periodontal disease is an inflammatory disorder in which tissue damage occurs through complex interactions between periodontal [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Methods Results References Abstract Saliva is a diagnostic tool for many oral and systemic disease. Saliva samples were obtained from periodontitis patients and [...]

The microgravity experienced in space missions has serious effects on human physiology including teeth and periodontium. According to Wolffe's law the demineralization of bone should occur in the face of [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Methods Results Discussion References Abstract An imbalance between antioxidant and oxidant-generating systems leading to an oxidative stress has already been proposed in the [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Methods Results Discussion Conclusion References Abstract The incidence of maxillofacial trauma is constantly increasing with modernization of the society and the preference for [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Etiology Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment Oral considerations Role of Dentist Special considerations for dental treatment References Abstract Myasthenia gravis is a chronic neuromuscular disease characterized [...]

Table of Contents Material and Methods Discussion References Dry socket is a post operative complication that occurs after a dental extraction. The first time that this term appeared in the [...]

The ability to create in the laboratory teeth that can be harvested and implanted in to the patients to restore extracted or lost teeth has been a goal for dental [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Results Conclusion References Abstract Dental caries and periodontal diseases are most common oral diseases showing striking geographic variations, socio-economic patterns and severity of distribution all [...]

Dear Sir, Tobacco use is directly related to a variety of medical problems including cancer, low-birth weight, pulmonary and cardiac diseases. India has among the highest rates of oral cancers [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction The patho-physiology of burns Degree of Burn Effect of burn on maxillofacial anatomy Current therapy for management of burn Conclusion References Abstract Maxillofacial burn is [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Course Outlines Future Suggestions Or Recommendations Abstract Aeronautic dentistry is specialized branch of dentistry which deals with the study of application of dentistry in aeronautically [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Case Report Discussion Conclusion References Abstract The oral cavity is the site of many infectious and inflammatory disease. Systemic diseases have been recently been associated with [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Recommendations References Abstract On December 26, 2004, a 9.4 Richter scale earthquake occurred north of Sumatra Island and a forensic investigation was required for identification [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Material and Method Results Discussion Conclusion References Abstract Bite mark analysis is a vital area within this highly specialized field and constitutes the commonest form [...]

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Materials and Methods Results Discussion and Conclusion References Abstract Objective: To evaluate the secondary dentin formation with age. Methods: We evaluated 36 bitewing radiographs of [...]