Juniper Publishers Journal Of Dentistry and Oral Health

          Juniper Publishers- Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health Management of Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular Second Molar with Multiple Canal Ledges: A Case Report- Juniper Publishers Authored by  Moataz Bellah A Alkhawas Keywords Radix entomolaris (RE); Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT); Three dimensional (3D) Introduction Sometimes, flare up may occur because of incomplete elimination of pathogenic microorganisms owing to complexity and variation of the pulp anatomy leading to missing pulpal tissue which acts as a nidus for infection [1]. These variations considered as a challenge in detection and management of such cases. An extraordinary root has been reported in mandibular molars that was located either mesiolingual to the distal root (radix entomolaris) or mesiobuccal to the distal root (Radix paramolaris). Radix entomolaris (RE) was firstly described by carabe

        Juniper Publishers- Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health Biocompatibility of Dental Adhesives- Juniper Publishers Authored by  Zehra Süsgün Yildirim Abstract The clinical success of dental materials is dependent not only on physical and chemical properties, but also on biological reliability. Materials containing resin, which are used in restorative dentistry, have the potential to create local or systemic reactions on tissues such as the pulp, gingiva and oral mucosa. When adhesive resins are applied directly on the pulp, infection or necrosis generally occurs. This is because the organic matrix of the adhesives contains components which may have a cytotoxic effect. These components have also been reported to cause allegic skin problems in the patient or in dentistry personnel. In recent years, resin monomers have been reported to lead to the formation of tumours in the saliva glands and toxicity in renal cells. With some clinical p

      Juniper Publishers- Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health Graphene for Dental Implant Applications- Juniper Publishers Authored by Jung Yul Lim Keywords Graphene; Dental implant; Surface coating; Osteointegration; Functionalization Perspective Graphene is composed of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged as a hexagonal honeycomb lattice, exhibiting unique material characteristics such as mechanical, optical, thermal, electronic, and magnetic. Recently, biomedical researches have begun to exploit these unique properties of graphene and its derivative materials, opening a totally new research avenues in biomaterials, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine [1,2]. In this perspective article, we will highlight recent studies that explore graphene-based materials for applications in dental implants and suggest perspective on potential future directions.

    Juniper Publishers- Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health Oral Health Coaching - The Emerging Role of Dental Professionals- Juniper Publishers Authored by  Abhinav Parakh Abstract The old curative approach to patient care will no longer work in today’s changing world because the dental healthcare landscape has completely evolved. Dental health care professionals are much more than highly skilled clinicians schooled in art and science of diagnosing and treating oral health conditions. The pursuit of clinical excellence is an honorable virtue. But what about expanding our ability to collaborate with patients who are rapidly evolving as healthcare consumers as well? The primary duty of the oral health is to take the time to see beyond the mouth to understand and guide patients in self-discovery so that they are able to come to comfortable conclusions in their own mind and be more committed to those choices. Keywords: Oral Health; Health c

  Juniper Publishers- Open Access Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health Salivary Glucose: A Metabolic Disease Marker and a Risk Factor for Oral Disease Development- Juniper Publishers Authored by J Max Goodson Abstract The existence of glucose in saliva as a step in development of metabolic disease including diabetes has not received adequate recognition as an oral disease risk factor. Hyperglycemia, the driving function for appearance of salivary glucose is rare in children and appears mainly in adulthood. The presence of salivary glucose modifies salivary microbial composition and affects both dental caries and gingivitis. Data on salivary pH as a surrogate measure is reviewed to suggest that pH indicator paper could serve as a surrogate chairside diagnostic of hyperglycemia. Keywords: Glucose, Saliva; Hyperglycemia; Dental caries, Gingivitis Hyperglycemia Hyperglyce