Ameloblastoma is a benign, locally aggressive odontogenic tumor that most commonly arises in the posterior mandible. Although typically painless in the early stages, it can cause significant destruction of bone and adjacent structures if untreated. This case presents a 31-year-ol...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2234
Background: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) ranks as the 12th most common cancer globally, with an increasing prevalence among young adults. Traditionally associated with older populations, recent evidence suggests a worrying rise in early-onset cases, particularly in economi...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2233
Orthokeratinized Odontogenic Cyst (OOC) is a rare developmental odontogenic cyst, accounting for approximately 1% of all odontogenic cysts and 10% of all keratinizing odontogenic jaw cysts. The 2017 WHO classification considered OOC as a distinct entity. It is characterized by an...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2231
Extraoral sinus tracts stemming from endodontic infections often mimic various other pathological conditions, making accurate differential diagnosis critical for proper management. Misdiagnosis can lead to ineffective treatment outcomes or unwarranted therapeutic interventions, u...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2232
In the oral cavity, mucoceles are the most frequently encountered lesions of the minor salivary glands and are among the most frequently biopsied oral pathologies in paediatric and adolescent populations. A 20-year-old female came to out-patient department with a painless swellin...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2230
Aim: this case report demonstrates a fully digital, single-visit workflow to close a 2.5 mm maxillary midline diastema and correct a tilted lateral incisor using 0.5 mm lithium disilicate veneers. Presentation of case: a 27-year-old female sought aesthetic correction for a midlin...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2229
Introduction: Mucocele and ranula are mucus extravasation or retention cysts occurring in major or minor salivary glands. The occurrence is more common in pediatric patients. Various treatment options such as emergency decompression, surgical excision, marsupialization, laser tre...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2228
Background: Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disorder characterised by clonal proliferation of Langerhans cells, with potential involvement of multiple organ systems, including the skin and oral cavity. Oral and cutaneous lesions may represent early signs of systemic...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2227
Oral health is often overlooked as a key factor in overall well-being, yet emerging research suggests a strong link between dental bacteria and cardiovascular diseases. Among these bacteria, Streptococcus mutans—a well-known contributor to tooth decay—has been increasingly recogn...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2226
Background: Bimaxillary protrusion is a common dentofacial deformity characterized by proclined incisors and prominent lips. While premolar extractions are frequently used for correction, comprehensive cephalometric evaluation of soft tissue changes remains essential for evidence...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2025/v8i2225