Papers by Naveen P G Kumar
Objectives: An eunuch is a castrated man: the term usually refers to those who are castrated. It ... more Objectives: An eunuch is a castrated man: the term usually refers to those who are castrated. It represents a classic example of socially deprived and orchestrated community. This study tried to analyse the oral hygiene status and periodontal conditions of eunuchs in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Methods: 165 eunuchs in the age of 28 to 45 years participated in the study, 350 controls were selected. Oral hygiene index-simplified (OHI(S)) was used; pocket depth and clinical attachment loss were also measured. Results: OHI(S) score in eunuchs was 2.69. Calculus index was more in eunuchs when compared to controls. Clinical attachment loss was 2.39 mm and pocket depth was 2.41 mm in eunuchs. Conclusion: This study shows that the oral hygiene and periodontal status of eunuchs is not deplorable, but demands professional care. This study helps in understanding the need to impart oral hygiene education among eunuchs. It serves as a baseline data for further research.
Tooth impaction is frequently observed anomaly of eruption and is often the sole complaint of you... more Tooth impaction is frequently observed anomaly of eruption and is often the sole complaint of young patients visiting dentists. Sometimes there can be impaction of teeth within the soft tissues. Soft tissue impaction may be caused by the presence of thick covering of oral mucosa or the lack of inherent eruption force. The purpose of this article is to review the principles of case management of soft tissue impacted premolars and to illustrate their potential to respond well to the treatment. Although the scope of treatment may depend on a varying range of factors, this case report demonstrates the inherent potential for good treatment outcome in cases of soft tissue impactions.
Universal Research Journal of Dentistry, 2014
ABSTRACT Periodontal diseases are multifactorial diseases, initiated primarily by the bacteria pr... more ABSTRACT Periodontal diseases are multifactorial diseases, initiated primarily by the bacteria present in the dental plaque. However, the amount of destruction of the periodontal tissues by this primary bacterial assault is linked to the host inflammatory response. Omega-3 fatty acids have a proven role in reducing inflammation. Hence, polyunsaturated fatty acids are used as dietary supplements in various inflammatory diseases, for their comprehensive benefits. A number of researchers have investigated the possible role of omega-3 fatty acids in the past decade. This review attempts to explore and present a gist of their investigations on the therapeutic value of the dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids for the control and prevention of periodontal diseases.
Journal of natural science, biology, and medicine, 2014
The present study was aimed to investigate the association of mental well-being and depression wi... more The present study was aimed to investigate the association of mental well-being and depression with periodontal clinical attachment loss among young adults in postwar urban population of Sebha city, Libya. Mental well-being and depression were assessed using Arabic versions of World Health Organization (WHO) five well-being index and major depression inventory (ICD-10), respectively. Random sample of 149 subjects were studied. Degree of periodontal attachment was measured at six sites per tooth using a rigid manual periodontal probe. A total of 59.11% of the studied samples had healthy mental well-being state, whereas 40.81% had poor mental well-being. The severity of depression was stronger in males than in females. In the present study mental well-being, depression, and all its categories did not have any significant effect on periodontal attachment loss. Further studies and health interventions can be planned based on this data.
Periodontal diseases are multifactorial diseases, initiated primarily by the bacteria present in ... more Periodontal diseases are multifactorial diseases, initiated primarily by the bacteria present in the dental plaque. However, the amount of destruction of the periodontal tissues by this primary bacterial assault is linked to the host inflammatory response. Omega‑3 fatty acids have a proven role in reducing inflammation. Hence, polyunsaturated fatty acids are used as dietary supplements in various inflammatory diseases, for their comprehensive benefits. A number of researchers have investigated the possible role of omega‑3 fatty acids in the past decade. This review attempts to explore and present a gist of their investigations on the therapeutic value of the dietary intake of omega‑3 fatty acids for the control and prevention of periodontal diseases.
KEY WORDS: Alveolar bone loss, docosahexaenoic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, nutrition, omega‑3 fatty acids,
periodontal disease
Aim: This survey was designed to first – collect information on the oral self‑care practices and ... more Aim: This survey was designed to first – collect information on the oral self‑care practices and self‑assessment of their dental condition among the dental students and second, to provide a recommendation (if required) to improve their oral health behavior.
Materials and Methods: The study design was a cross‑sectional survey using a self‑administered, structured, and close‑ended 25‑item questionnaire. Ninety‑five students completed the study. For the purpose of analysis, the data were divided into four groups according to their year of study. Descriptive statistics, including frequencies and percentages was calculated and the comparison between the groups was done using Chi‑square test.
Results: About 100% reported to have used the toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste. 69.47% practiced toothbrushing twice daily, 64.21% preferred to use medium bristle toothbrush, 52.63% reported to have changed the toothbrush after 3 months; 30.52% stored the toothbrush in the toothbrush stand kept on the wash basin; About 50.52% reported to use the vertical method of toothbrushing; 49.47% brushed for more than 1 min duration; only, 14.73% used mouthwash regularly. Nearly 58.94% visited the dentist for dental problems and 37.89% as a part of routine check‑up. Sixty per cent reported to have a good overall dental health. Overall, intergroup comparison showed statistically significant difference with regards to toothbrush storage, toothbrushing technique, decision to buy the toothbrush, rating the cleanliness of the mouth and visit to the dentist.
Conclusion: The oral self‑care practices followed by the dental students are not up to the mark. They require training and motivation to self‑implement the preventive dentistry measure that they study at the dental school.
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Papers by Naveen P G Kumar
KEY WORDS: Alveolar bone loss, docosahexaenoic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, nutrition, omega‑3 fatty acids,
periodontal disease
Materials and Methods: The study design was a cross‑sectional survey using a self‑administered, structured, and close‑ended 25‑item questionnaire. Ninety‑five students completed the study. For the purpose of analysis, the data were divided into four groups according to their year of study. Descriptive statistics, including frequencies and percentages was calculated and the comparison between the groups was done using Chi‑square test.
Results: About 100% reported to have used the toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste. 69.47% practiced toothbrushing twice daily, 64.21% preferred to use medium bristle toothbrush, 52.63% reported to have changed the toothbrush after 3 months; 30.52% stored the toothbrush in the toothbrush stand kept on the wash basin; About 50.52% reported to use the vertical method of toothbrushing; 49.47% brushed for more than 1 min duration; only, 14.73% used mouthwash regularly. Nearly 58.94% visited the dentist for dental problems and 37.89% as a part of routine check‑up. Sixty per cent reported to have a good overall dental health. Overall, intergroup comparison showed statistically significant difference with regards to toothbrush storage, toothbrushing technique, decision to buy the toothbrush, rating the cleanliness of the mouth and visit to the dentist.
Conclusion: The oral self‑care practices followed by the dental students are not up to the mark. They require training and motivation to self‑implement the preventive dentistry measure that they study at the dental school.
KEY WORDS: Alveolar bone loss, docosahexaenoic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, nutrition, omega‑3 fatty acids,
periodontal disease
Materials and Methods: The study design was a cross‑sectional survey using a self‑administered, structured, and close‑ended 25‑item questionnaire. Ninety‑five students completed the study. For the purpose of analysis, the data were divided into four groups according to their year of study. Descriptive statistics, including frequencies and percentages was calculated and the comparison between the groups was done using Chi‑square test.
Results: About 100% reported to have used the toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste. 69.47% practiced toothbrushing twice daily, 64.21% preferred to use medium bristle toothbrush, 52.63% reported to have changed the toothbrush after 3 months; 30.52% stored the toothbrush in the toothbrush stand kept on the wash basin; About 50.52% reported to use the vertical method of toothbrushing; 49.47% brushed for more than 1 min duration; only, 14.73% used mouthwash regularly. Nearly 58.94% visited the dentist for dental problems and 37.89% as a part of routine check‑up. Sixty per cent reported to have a good overall dental health. Overall, intergroup comparison showed statistically significant difference with regards to toothbrush storage, toothbrushing technique, decision to buy the toothbrush, rating the cleanliness of the mouth and visit to the dentist.
Conclusion: The oral self‑care practices followed by the dental students are not up to the mark. They require training and motivation to self‑implement the preventive dentistry measure that they study at the dental school.