Background: Hypertension is a major chronic systemic disease affecting a large population worldwide. It has numerous oral implications either due to the disease process itself or as adverse effects of antihypertensive medications. Early identification of oral manifestations can i...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1322
Handwriting difficulties were predominant among children with developmental coordination disorder. Poor muscle strength and pressure exerted by pen were factors assessed by the clinicians and they play a role in determining the handwriting efficiency. There is no empirical eviden...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2022/v34i44B36343
For the early diagnosis of developmental coordination disorder, there is a need to understand the salient features of the disorder among the children. There are few researchers tat evaluate the awareness of developmental coordination disorder among caregivers, teachers, medical p...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i62B35180
Care giving for children with cerebral palsy engages the complete parenting measure of how difficult to safely manage and help their children with cerebral palsy to complete the activities of daily living skills. The aim of the current study was to examine the consistency and tes...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60B35055
Herpes zoster of the oral cavity is a rare manifestation, typically presenting with unilateral painful ulcerations confined to the affected dermatome. Effective antiviral therapies and vaccines are available for both varicella and herpes zoster, significantly reducing disease sev...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1321
Lichen planus is a chronic mucocutaneous disease that is caused by the immune system and affects about 1.5–2% of the world's population. It primarily impacts women, particularly those over 50 years old. Lichen planus is thought to be an immune-mediated disease, even though the ex...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i1393
Background: Dental radiography significantly contributes to the generation of radiographic waste such as lead foils and silver-containing fixer solutions. Improper disposal of these materials may pose serious risks to human health and the environment. Dental students, as future p...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1323
Background: Oral cancer is a significant public health issue in India, especially in areas with high tobacco use. Early detection through routine oral screening significantly improves survival outcomes. Dental professionals are essential for diagnosing the disease early. Aim: To...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1315
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) has emerged as a valuable imaging modality in dentistry due to its ability to provide high-resolution three-dimensional images with relatively lower radiation exposure compared to conventional computed tomography. Despite its advantages, CBCT...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrd/2026/v9i1299
Background: Inappropriate antibiotic prescribing contributes significantly to antimicrobial resistance. Dental professionals play a crucial role in promoting rational antibiotic use. This study aimed to assess awareness, knowledge, and practices regarding antibiotic prescription...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1319