TABLE OF CONTENTS   

TRACKING A BITE: A REVIEW   

Abstract: Forensic Dentistry is the branch of dentistry which delineates the overlap between dental and legal professions. A Pediatric dentist plays an important role in forensic dentistry by applying his expertise in various fields such as child abuse and neglect, age determination, dental records, accidental or non-accidental oral trauma, and mass disasters by examination of the teeth and jaws structure for clues. These dental findings may be helpful in forensic identification wherein an unidentified individual can be identified. Lip prints and palatal rugae patterns can help in a person’s identification. Teeth can also help in determining gender of the skeletonized remains using dental DNA. Forensic dentistry plays an important role in crime investigation in injury caused by dentition, such as bite marks. The aim of this article is to discuss the role of a pediatric dentist in various aspects of forensic dentistry/odontology and various procedures needed for examination, identification, and investigations.

Keywords: Age estimation, bite marks, forensic dentistry, forensic identification, pediatric dentist role.

CARIES RISK ASSESSMENT: AN OVERVIEW   

Abstract: Currently, there have been many changes in understanding of the multifaceted nature of caries process and its management. Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA) which is an evidence-based approach focuses on determining many factors causing the expression of disease and take corrective action. The clinicians can ascertain what behaviors are increasing a patient's risk for disease and disease progression by evaluating the current caries risk of a patient. With this modern CAMBRA protocol, a novel treatment plan can be designed to arrest dental caries thereby decreasing the chance of cavitation.. This review focuses on the repair of hard tooth tissues using noninvasive strategies.

Keywords: Caries management, Risk assessment, Lesion activity, Resin infiltrant.

SURFACE TREATMENT OF INDIRECT RESTORATIONS - A REVIEW   

Abstract: The ultimate goal of restorative dentist is to get long lasting restoration for which attaining good bond strength is paramount, for which a thorough under-standing of intaglio surface, its surface treatment, resin cements and adhesive system is crucial. Commonly used aesthetic restorative materials involve composites and ceramics, for the context of this particular article we will be focussing on indirect ceramic aesthetic restoration which include metal ceramic restoration, silica-based ceramic and high strength ceramic restorations.

Keywords: INDIRECT RESTORATIONS,ESTHETIC,SURFACE TREATMENT

CONSERVATIVE BRIDGES - AN UNEXPLORED TREATMENT OPTION   

Abstract: Conservative bridges are a minimally invasive treatment option for replacing missing teeth. When compared to conventional bridges that causes pulpal trauma and bone resorption, they require minimal tooth preparation and are ideal for both young and geriatric patients. Since their introduction in the early 1970s, they have undergone various changes in their method of retention and materials used in their construction. Perceptive patient selection with ideal execution of clinical procedures will ensure long lasting clinical outcome when one or possibly two teeth are to be replaced. This review article details the history, advantages, indications, survival, and designs of resin-retained bridges.

Keywords: conservative bridges, minimal preparation

NON-VITAL BLEACHING TECHNIQUE OF DISCOLOURED TOOTH: A NARRATIVE REVIEW   

Abstract: Today, the bleaching of nonvital, discoloured teeth is a low-risk routine treatment for improving aesthetics. Depending on the situation, the walking bleach technique can be an uncomplicated, minimally invasive and convenient treatment modality for both patients and dentists. This review article focuses on the aetiology of tooth discolorations, different treatment techniques of non-vital bleaching, indications, contraindications of bleaching procedures, procedural steps of walking bleaching in detail and adverse effects.

Keywords: non vital bleaching, walking bleach, discolored teeth