JIDAM
VOL 12 · ISSUE 2
2025
JIDAM · Journal of Indian Dental Association Madras
Volume 12, Issue 2 — April–June 2025
This archived issue of JIDAM (Volume 12, Issue 2, April–June 2025) contains peer-reviewed articles covering advances in dental sciences including clinical dentistry, oral medicine, oral surgery, periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and related disciplines. All articles are open access with no publication charges.
Articles in This Issue
9 articles published in Volume 12, Issue 2 (April–June 2025)
01
Original Article
This study investigates the effects of ultrasonic cleaning at varying temperatures on the structural integrity, fit, and cleanliness of clear aligners made from different materials, including triple-layered polyurethane, single-layered polyurethane, and PET-G.
Clear AlignersUltrasonic CleaningStructural IntegrityTemperature EffectsCleaning Methods
02
Case Report
Hemisection is a conservative dental procedure involving the removal of one root and the associated crown portion of a multirooted tooth. This case report outlines the diagnostic process, treatment protocol, surgical procedure, and postoperative outcomes of treating a periodontally involved mandibular molar demonstrating the effectiveness of hemisection as a conservative dental intervention.
HemisectionPerio-endo lesionFurcation involvementRoot resectionMandibular molarConservative dentistry
03
Case Report
Malignancy is more common in the mandibular posterior region and it requires surgical intervention followed by prosthetic rehabilitation to restore mastication, aesthetics, and quality of life. This case report describes the use of a guide flange prosthesis for rehabilitation in a hemi-mandibulectomy patient.
Guide flangeHemi-mandibulectomyRehabilitationQuality of life
04
Case Report
Mechanical removal of plaque and calculus remains the cornerstone of periodontitis treatment, effectively disrupting the biofilm and reducing microbial load. This case report explores the adjunctive use of hyaluronic acid gel for local drug delivery in periodontitis management among smokers.
Hyaluronic AcidLocal Drug DeliveryPeriodontitisSmokingScaling and Root Planing
05
Review Article
The advent of telemedicine has revolutionized healthcare delivery, and its integration into pediatric dentistry has the potential to significantly enhance access to care, improve patient outcomes, and expand the reach of dental services to underserved populations through virtual clinic models.
Virtual clinicsHealth servicesPediatric DentistryTele-dentistry
06
Review Article
Bioprinting is an emerging technology that allows for the precise fabrication of cell-laden scaffolds and tissue constructs, revolutionizing regenerative dentistry. In prosthodontics, bioprinting offers promising applications for customized prosthetic fabrication and tissue regeneration.
BioprintingTissue EngineeringBioinksScaffold3D PrintingRegenerative Dentistry
07
Review Article
Aesthetic rehabilitation presents a complex challenge for adult patients due to interdisciplinary reliance. This review discusses the combined orthodontic-prosthodontic approach for space closure and aesthetic rehabilitation, outlining treatment planning strategies and clinical outcomes.
Interdisciplinary approachAesthetic rehabilitationSpace closure
08
Review Article
Pediatric dentistry is a unique field that requires a specialized approach, distinct from adult dentistry, to meet the growing and evolving needs of children. This article highlights the importance of specialized pediatric dental care for healthy child development and oral health outcomes.
Pediatric dentistryChildrenDevelopmentOral health
09
Review Article
The use of tooth-colored restorations in pediatric dentistry is crucial for treating a variety of conditions involving deciduous teeth, particularly when these teeth are decayed, deformed, or traumatized. This narrative review explores the clinical applications and aesthetic outcomes of Bioflx crowns in pediatric restorative dentistry.
BioflxAestheticPediatric dentistry