Soft tissue calcifications in the orofacial region are relatively frequent and are often observed unexpectedly during standard radiographic evaluations. They represent a broad group of conditions arising from abnormal calcium salt deposition, which may occur through dystrophic, m...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1304
The integration of nanotechnology with herbal medicine has led to the development of biosynthesized silver nanoparticle (AgNP)–herbal mouth rinses for dental applications. This narrative review summarizes current evidence on the synthesis methods, classification, antimicrobial me...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1303
Introduction: Probiotics have gained attention in periodontal therapy due to their potential to modulate the oral microbiota and improve periodontal health. This study wants to evaluate the effectiveness of probiotic strips VS tetracycline fibres in non-surgical pocket reduction...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1302
Background: Laser therapy has gained increasing attention in recent years as a treatment modality for dentinal hypersensitivity due to its ability to induce morphological alterations in dentin without the need for restorative intervention. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1301
Background: Mechanical instrumentation of periodontally diseased root surfaces results in the formation of a smear layer containing organic debris and microorganisms, which may interfere with periodontal regeneration. Root biomodification (RB) aims to remove this smear layer and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1299
Background: Organic foreign bodies in the maxillofacial region are often missed due to their radiolucent nature. Dry wood is particularly challenging as its density on CT scans can mimic air or fat. Case Description: A 62-year-old female presented with persistent facial swelling...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1300
Background: Dentigerous cysts are developmental odontogenic cysts associated with impacted or unerupted teeth and are usually asymptomatic, though occasional aggressive behaviour has been reported. Case Series: Three patients with uncommon presentations of dentigerous cysts were...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1298
Tejas Bankar, Jyotsna Rajan, Vivek Narayanan, K T Magesh, Abinaya Subramanian & Mahima Seetaram·Asian Journal of Dental Sciences·2026
Pyogenic granuloma is a benign, rapidly proliferating vascular lesion of the oral cavity, commonly affecting the gingiva but rarely occurring in the floor of the mouth. We present a case of a 70-year-old male with a pedunculated bluish-pink growth in the anterior floor of the mou...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1297
Introduction: Midface fractures constitute a substantial portion of maxillofacial trauma and often require maxillomandibular fixation (MMF) for stabilization and occlusal realignment. While Erich Arch Bars (EABs) have traditionally been used for over a century, they are associate...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1295
Background: Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by gingival redness and bleeding in its early stages, which can progress to gingival recession and tooth mobility in severe cases. Increasing evidence suggests that periodontal disease represents a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1296
Forensic odontology plays a crucial role in human identification by analysing dental structures that remain resilient even under extreme postmortem conditions. Within this domain, periodontics contributes significantly by offering key morphological and pathological indicators tha...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1294
Background: Periodontal disease is a significant public health concern influenced by multiple local and systemic risk factors. Tobacco chewing adversely affects periodontal tissues by altering inflammatory responses and impairing healing, which may compromise outcomes of conventi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1293
Internal derangement (ID) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is one of the most prevalent intra-articular disorders of the masticatory system and is characterized by an abnormal positional or functional relationship between the articular disc, mandibular condyle, and temporal c...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1292
M M Dayakar, Shilpa L S, Vidyalakshmi.S.Rao, Aishwarya Bruhanmath, Soumya Reddy & Sarja Ishwarya·Asian Journal of Dental Sciences·2026
Background: Periodontal esthetics has become an essential component of modern periodontology, reflecting a shift toward patient-centered care that emphasizes both functional and esthetic outcomes. Despite increasing demand for esthetic periodontal procedures, challenges related t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1291
Sustainability has emerged as a critical priority in healthcare systems due to their substantial contribution to global environmental degradation, with dentistry—particularly restorative dentistry—playing a notable role through intensive material consumption, chemical discharge,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1289