The aim of the present study was to evaluate quality life (QoL) oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) patients using World Health Organization Quality Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) questionnaire. This cross-sectional conducted at Department Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Liaquat University Medical Sciences (LUMHS), Jamshoro. We used consecutive sampling technique recruit who were clinically diagnosed with OSMF (n = 112). Data collected WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire, which contains a total 26 questions....

The objective of the present study was to assess oral-health-related quality life (OHRQoL) oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) patients before and after standard treatment. A convenient sampling technique used recruit clinically diagnosed OSMF (n = 130). Based on medical treatment, were randomly divided into two groups (group B). group received submucosal intralesional injections dexamethasone (2 mL; 4 gm/mL), while B hyaluronidase (1500 IU). Both respective therapy biweekly for a period five...

Objective: To determine the soft tissue lip profile with Steiner (S) and Ricketts (E) analysis in patients skeletal dental class i occlusion at LUMHS Methodology: This descriptive study was done department of Orthodontic, Liaquat University medical health sciences Jamshoro/Hyderabad, from august 2014 to 2015. Individuals having age range 18–30 years I, competent lips involving facial profile, without history preceding orthodontic treatment, mal crowded aligned teeth either gender were...

Background: Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC), a prevalent form of oral cancer, is marked by its aggressive nature and potential for metastasis. With global five-year survival rate below 50%, the incidence OSCC presents significant public health challenge. The highest rates are observed in Southeast Asia, correlating with cultural practices betel-quid tobacco consumption. Objective: To evaluate common sites locations among patients attending tertiary care hospital Hyderabad, view to...

Calcium sulphate hemihydrate (CSH) is extensively used in dentistry for impressions, models, and casts due to its versatility. However, exposure disinfectants like sodium hypochlorite glutaraldehyde, commonly dental practices, can potentially alter CSH's mechanical properties. Objective: To measure the hardness of calcium cast after repeated immersion glutaraldehyde solutions. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at Department Prosthodontics, Institute Dentistry LUMHS, Jamshoro...

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on various aspects of health and healthcare practices, including oral health. With changes in daily routines access to dental care services during lockdowns, there been concern about the potential decline hygiene an increase issues. Objective: This study aimed evaluate habits gingival condition patients visiting tertiary hospital southern region Sindh province after lockdown. Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted at Bibi Aseefa...

Aim: To evaluate the Clinico-Demographic variables in patients of Oral Submucous Fibrosis
 Study Design: Descriptive Cross Sectional
 Place and Duration Study: Department Maxillofacial Surgery, Liaquat Medical University Hospital from December 2017 to February 2019.
 Methodology: The recruitment was done after clinical diagnosis oral sub mucous fibrosis (OSMF) patients. demographic information associated factors were recorded on proforma. Mouth opening (MO) measured between...

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical presentation mandibular impacted teeth and associated pathologies in Unaizah, Al Qaseem; Saudi Arabia.
 Study Design: Descriptive cross sectional study.
 Place Duration Study: Department Oral Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS), King Saud Hospital Unaizah Arabia from March 2019 December 2020.
 Methodology: record patients attending dental section reviewed hospital record. Demographic data were recorded through medical Number by...

Objective: To compare between double layer closure and buccal advancement flap in the management of Oro-antral fistula. Methodology: This Comparative cross sectional study was conducted on 30 patients with oral antral fistula Maxillofacial Surgery Department, Liaquat University Medical & Health sciences Hyderabad. The from March 2013 to February 2019. Selection made inclusion criteria patient having OAF for more than 15 days, irrespective location side. Patients who developed (OAF) because...

Aim: To evaluate gingival recession among the patients wearing fixed braces visiting dental college of Larkana.
 Study Design: Descriptive Cross-Sectional
 Place and Duration Study: Department Orthodontics, Bibi Aseefa Dental College (BADC) Larkana December 2018 to February 2020.
 Methodology: This study was carried out at Larkana. The were recruited with consecutive sampling technique. evaluated clinically using Miller`s classification. A structured questionnaire used for...

Background: Mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression are increasingly recognized significant challenges among dental students globally. These can impact their academic performance overall well-being, necessitating a deeper understanding within the context of education. Objective: This study aimed to assess prevalence depression, stress pre-clinical at Institute Dentistry, Liaquat University Medical Health Sciences, Jamshoro, explore any potential gender differences in...

Background: Thalassemia, a prevalent blood disorder in Larkana, poses significant challenges to oral health. This study aims provide comprehensive overview of the dental caries status and hygiene habits thalassemia patients, addressing crucial aspect their overall health management. Objective: The objective this is assess among patients Larkana. Methods: descriptive cross-sectional was conducted at Fatmid Foundation Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Thalassaemia Centre, from October 2020 May 2022. Oral...

Background The human tongue plays a critical role in various oral processes and its position can be significantly affected by dental status, particularly partially dentate completely edentulous patients. Understanding the relationship between status is essential for optimal prosthodontic treatment patient quality of life. Objective This study aimed to evaluate differences resting patients understand how these could influence strategies. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional was conducted at...

Aim: To estimate the frequency of coinciding width maxillary front teeth and golden proportion ratio in undergraduate students.
 Study design: Descriptive Cross Sectional
 Place Duration Study: Department Prosthodontics, Liaquat Medical University Hospital from June 2019 to January2020.
 Methodology: Total numbers 96 students with anterior were selected this study. Appropriate size upper impression arch was made using alginate material manufacturer prescribed instructions. The...