To compare different non-surgical treatment modalities on treatment of obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]
The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society, 2022 The study aimed to assess the effect of mandibular advancement device (MAD) in patients with obstructive sleep apnea for reduction in 24-h mean blood pressure, sleep quality, Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI), and patient compliance, compared to continuous ...
Jyotsna Vimal +5 more
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A computed tomographic evaluation of effect of mandibular advancement device at two different horizontal jaw positions in patients with obstructive sleep apnea [PDF]
Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research, 2023 Statement of problem: Studies pertaining to the objective assessments of the efficacy of mandibular advancement device in patients with obstructive sleep apnea are scarce.
Pooran Chand +5 more
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Speech intelligibility, nasal resonance, and swallowing ability of maxillectomy patients with customized obturator: A non randomized controlled study [PDF]
The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society, 2021 Aim: To compare speech intelligibility (SI), nasal resonance, and swallowing ability in maxillectomy patients with a customized obturator to the conventional obturator. Settings and Design: Non-randomized controlled study.
Rohan Grover +6 more
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Temporal and Spatial Population Genetic Variation in Chilean Jack Mackerel (Trachurus murphyi) [PDF]
BiologyTrachurus murphyi have been studied for population genetic structures for decades, identifying only one large population across the South Pacific Ocean. Although all of these studies have extensively examined the spatial genetic pattern, there remains a ...
Cristian B. Canales-Aguirre +2 more
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Biocultural Calendars Across Four Ethnolinguistic Communities in Southwestern South America. [PDF]
Geohealth, 2023 Abstract Since the mid‐20th century, the so‐called Great Acceleration (sensu Steffen et al., 2007, https://doi.org/10.1579/0044-7447(2007)36[614:TAAHNO]2.0.CO;2) has amplified processes of ecosystem degradation, extinction of biological species, displacement of local peoples, losses of languages, and cultural diversity.
Rozzi R +7 more
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Mercury and other biomedical waste management practices among dental practitioners in India. [PDF]
Biomed Res Int, 2014 Objectives. The objective of the study was to assess the awareness and performance towards dental waste including mercury management policy and practices among the dental practitioners in North India. Materials and Methods. An epidemiologic survey was conducted among 200 private dental practitioners. The survey form was composed of 29 self‐administered
Singh RD +4 more
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Rehabilitation of Digital Defect with Silicone Finger Prosthesis: A Case Report [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2014 Patients with acquired defects often had severe trauma which leads to psychological instability, functional loss and poor aesthetics. Digital defects threaten the integrity of one’s self esteem and also leads to a reduced and compromised function.
Deepesh Saxena +4 more
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Nocturnal wearing of complete dentures and obstructive sleep apnea: A meta-analysis [PDF]
The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic SocietyStatement of Problem: Improvement in outcomes of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) could answer the question of whether nocturnal wearing of removable complete dentures is beneficial.
Sunit Kumar Jurel +5 more
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Acinetobacter baumannii: Mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, quorum sensing regulation, and current therapeutic strategies [PDF]
VirulenceAcinetobacter baumannii has emerged as a major global pathogen due to extensive resistance to last-resort antimicrobials, a high burden of nosocomial infections, and increasing community-acquired cases.
Jamil Allen G. Fortaleza +5 more
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Emerging Trends in the Treatment of Skin Disorders by Herbal Drugs: Traditional and Nanotechnological Approach [PDF]
PharmaceuticsSince the earliest days, people have been employing herbal treatments extensively around the world. The development of phytochemical and phytopharmacological sciences has made it possible to understand the chemical composition and biological properties ...
Rutvi Agrawal +9 more
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