Papers by devika s pillai
European Journal of Therapeutics
Cukurova Medical Journal, 2020
Cukurova Medical Journal, 2019
To the Editor, Osteomas are benign tumours of osteogenic origin that produce mature bone. They ar... more To the Editor, Osteomas are benign tumours of osteogenic origin that produce mature bone. They are usually slow growing, asymptomatic lesions which, over a period of time, can cause facial deformity and discomfort 1. Osteomas are of three types central, peripheral and extraosseous 2. They are rare tumours with predilection for the temporal bones maxillary sinus and the mandible in the craniofacial region 2,3. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice for osteomas as they have very limited potential for recurrence. This report discusses the unusual presentation of giant peripheral osteoma of the jaw and highlights the clinical, radiographic and pathologic features of this rare case.
Journal of Turgut Ozal Medical Center, 2018
Ameloblastomas are one of the commonly encountered odontogenic tumours (1). Ameloblastomas are of... more Ameloblastomas are one of the commonly encountered odontogenic tumours (1). Ameloblastomas are of the following types namely peripheral, solid or multicystic, unicystic, desmoplastic, and malignant (1,2). Unicystic ameloblastoma is a rare variant of ameloblastoma and accounts for around 6% of all ameloblastomas (1). Clinically and radiographically, it resembles a cyst but on histopathological examination has features of ameloblastoma (1). Cases with multilocular radiolucency and histopathology of unicystic ameloblastomas were earlier termed as cystic ameloblastomas. However, this term is no longer used; instead, the lesions are termed as unicystic ameloblastoma (1). The present case describes unicystic ameloblastoma of the posterior mandible in a 42 years old male patient. A 42 years-old-male reported to our department with complaint of pain in the lower left back tooth region last 15 days. He gave history of a fall two weeks previously followed by continuous, throbbing, diffuse pai...
Cukurova Medical Journal, 2019
Journal of Turgut Ozal Medical Center, 2017
Fusion is a developmental anomaly of dental hard tissues characterised by the union of two adjace... more Fusion is a developmental anomaly of dental hard tissues characterised by the union of two adjacent teeth. It can be complete or incomplete and commonly seen in deciduous than in the permanent dentition with higher frequency in anterior maxillary regions. Talon’s cusp is an unusual cuspal projection from the lingual aspect of the tooth with normal enamel and dentin and varying degree of pulp tissue. It commonly affects the permanent maxillary lateral incisors followed by central incisors and canines. Talon cusp is mostly found on the lingual aspect of teeth and rarely it projects from the facial aspect. We hereby report a case of fusion of permanent left central and lateral incisor with facial talon cusp which is rarely reported.
Radiation caries is a common clinical finding in patients who receive therapeutic radiation for h... more Radiation caries is a common clinical finding in patients who receive therapeutic radiation for head and neck carcinomas. Radiotherapy induced effects are most commonly seen in the oral mucosa, salivary glands, bone, teeth, and muscles of head and neck. Radiotherapy given for head and neck carcinomas causes salivary gland dysfunction and xerostomia which will further increase the risk for dental caries. There is rampant destruction of teeth, involving all surfaces. Here we present a case report of a patient with radiation caries after treatment for mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the parotid gland.
Journal of Health and Allied Sciences NU, 2020
Cherubism, also known as familial fibrous dysplasia of the jaws or familial multilocular cystic d... more Cherubism, also known as familial fibrous dysplasia of the jaws or familial multilocular cystic disease is a rare hereditary, developmental disorder. This condition affects the posterior region of the jaws bilaterally in children belonging to the age group of 2 to 5 years. Maximum growth is recorded till puberty after which the lesion regresses over a period of time. Cherubism classically manifests radiographically as bilateral, multilocular radiolucencies affecting the posterior mandible and maxilla. Therapeutic management varies from patient to patient and is directed mainly by esthetic and functional concerns. The present report highlights the clinical and radiographic features of nonfamilial cherubism in a 6-year-old girl.
European Journal of Therapeutics, 2019
Cumhuriyet Dental Journal, 2019
Pyogenic granuloma is a non-neoplastic reactive growth commonly found in the oral cavity and skin... more Pyogenic granuloma is a non-neoplastic reactive growth commonly found in the oral cavity and skin. It is benign in origin and may arise due to factors like trauma, local minor irritation and an imbalance in the levels of hormones. Oral pyogenic granuloma occurs commonly in young females in second decade of their life possibly due to hormonal influences leading to changes in the vascular system. Oral pyogenic granuloma presents itself as a smooth or lobulated growth, mostly pedunculated but occasionally with a sessile growth. The colour of pyogenic granuloma may vary from pink, red and purple and this variation in colour is related to the age of the lesion. Clinically the most common site for oral pyogenic granuloma is gingiva, lips, tongue and buccal mucosa. This report presents a unique location for oral pyogenic granuloma at incisive papilla. Palatal pyogenic granuloma is rarely reported.
SRM Journal of Research in Dental Sciences, 2018
In this era of advanced technology, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) has gained popularity in... more In this era of advanced technology, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) has gained popularity in the field of oral radiology due to its advantages over conventional radiography. The use of CBCT is profoundly increasing for diagnosis and treatment planning in different specialties of dentistry. The incorporation of cone-beam technology into clinical practice is taking place because of the progress in image acquisition and three-dimensional (3D) imaging. The equipment design is easier to use, image distortion is minimal, and the images are compatible with other planning and simulation software. The 3D imaging has made the complex craniofacial structures more accessible for examination. Early and accurate diagnosis of deep-seated lesions is possible. CBCT provides a high-spatial resolution of bone and teeth which allows accurate understanding of the relationship of the adjacent structures. CBCT has helped in detecting a variety of cysts, tumors, infections, developmental anomalies, and traumatic injuries involving the maxillofacial structures. It has been used extensively for evaluating dental and osseous disease in the jaws. This paper reviews current advances in CBCT and their uses in dentistry.
Journal of Dentistry Indonesia, 2017
Erythema multiforme (EM) is an acute mucocutaneous hypersensitivity reaction characterized by ski... more Erythema multiforme (EM) is an acute mucocutaneous hypersensitivity reaction characterized by skin eruptions with or without oral or other mucous membrane lesions. The main two variants are erythema minor and erythema major. Oral disease with typical EM lesions has been suggested as a third variant of EM. Known as oral EM, it is reported less and has no target lesions unlike the other two types, in its primary presentation. Objective: To report a manifestation of a rare case of oral EM and discuss various forms of EM including its management. Case report: A 22-year-old male patient reported with a complaint of oral and lip ulcers and severe pain for the past 7 days. The patient reported spontaneous onset of the lesions in the form of vesicles after consuming unknown artificially colored food items. The vesicles ruptured within two days leaving ulcers on the lips and the intraoral mucosa, with blood encrustations. The patient was unable to take food, was admitted for hydration, and was kept on corticosteroids. It took around three weeks for the patient to completely recover. Conclusion: The positive history of artificially colored food intake followed by the sudden onset of lesions and eruptions on the lips and oral mucosa led us to the diagnosis of oral EM. Early recognition and timely intervention benefits patients because the lesions associated with EM and related disorders can compromise life.
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