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Publication Assessment of tooth brushing habits among school going children aged 11-14 years in Janakpur(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Sharma, Resha; Yadav, Pradip Kumar; Kamat, Indu; Yadav, Jeet Kumar; Chaulagain, RajibABSTRACT: Background: Oral hygiene plays a fundamental role in maintaining overall general health of human and in this regards tooth brushing is one of the most influential methods for preventing dental caries and periodontal diseases. Brushing behaviors that children learn in their early years become strongly embedded in their minds for longer time. Objective: To assess toothbrushing habits among school going children aged 11-14 years in Janakpurdham. Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study done for assessment of tooth brushing habit among school going children aged 11-14 years in Janakpurdham. Study includes 139 students studying at Zenith Nathanial school, Janakpurdham. This was a questionnaire-based study including parameters like frequency of brushing, timing and duration of brushing, parental supervision in brushing, type of brush used, awareness regarding need of maintaining oral hygiene etc. Results: The study included 139 students; out of which 77.7 % were brushing once daily while only 22.3 % participants were brushing twice daily. Regarding duration of brushing; 38.8% brushed their teeth for more than 2 minutes, 38.3% brushed between 1-2 minutes, while 23.7%brushed their teeth for less than a minute; 85.6% participants rinsed their mouths after brushing teeth. Only 37.4% students received regular parental supervision during brushing; 39.6% occasionally, while 23% were never checked. Conclusions: Results obtained in this study point towards need of school based oral health education programs for installation of positive attitude and behavior in children of this age group with regards of maintaining good oral hygiene.Publication Children's perspective on color, smell and flavor of toothpaste(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Yadav, Pradip Kumar; Sharma, Resha; Pandey, Amrita; Gupta, Suraj; Chaulagain, RajibABSTRACT: Background: Tooth brushing must be done to prevent dental caries, but many children resist tooth brushing because of sensory aversions to toothpaste. As children's oral hygiene compliance relies heavily on enjoyment, it is important to know their preferences regarding toothpaste color, odor, and taste. Research indicates that attractive sensory traits can have a great impact on brushing frequency and duration in children. Objective: To assess children's perspective on sensory attributes of toothpaste namely: color, flavor and smell of toothpaste. Methods: It is a descriptive cross-sectional study which included 140 students studying in Zenith National Academy, Janakpurdham. The questionnaire along with the consent form, ascent form and information sheet were sent to the parents along with the students to fill the form. The data was analyzed using SPSS. Data were analyzed for frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation and presented in form of table. Results: The main reasons for selecting a particular toothpaste were taste (44%) and cleaning effectiveness (61%), followed by brand loyalty and advertisements. When asked about the most important attribute of toothpaste, most children prioritized how well it cleans their teeth, though sensory factors like taste and color still influenced their satisfaction and motivation. Over half of the children believed that kids’ toothpaste should taste like candy and be different from adult toothpaste, reflecting a desire for enjoyable and distinct flavors. Conclusions: Children prefer red color, sweet taste and minty smell in their toothpaste. Primary motivation in brushing remains maintenance of "clean teeth” even in children.Publication Mandibular access osteotomy to retrieve a bullet lodged in infratemporal fossa: a case report(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Agrawal, Shruti; Basnet, Yogendra; Sharma, Resha; Dutta, Anu; Karna, Gaurav; Bhandari, KishorABSTRACT: Gunshot injuries to facial region are challenging due to complex anatomy of facial skeleton and pres- ence of vital structures. The bullet or projectile can get lodged in an area of limited access and close to neurovascular structures. Here, we present a case of 20 years male who presented with an acciden- tal gunshot injury to his face with penetrating entry wound over right malar region and no exit wound. CT scan of face revealed communited fractures of bones of right midface and a single bullet lodged in right infratemporal fossa. To gain access to the bullet, mandibular right subcondylar osteotomy was done. Man- dibular access surgery via right subcondylar osteotomy provided the shortest route of access to the bullet with reduced need of soft tissue dissection and preservation of vital neurovascular structures.Publication Parents' perception of the dental and oral health in children in Janakpur(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Gupta, Suraj; Pandey, Amrita; Yadav, Jeet Kumar; Thapa, Anjeela; Subedi, Samagya; Kandel, Shikha; Sharma, Resha; Chaulagain, RajibABSTRACT: Background: Parents along with clinicians play a key role in achieving the best oral health outcomes in their young children. Early childhood and adolescents are heavily reliant on parents/caregivers for day-to-day rou- tine, which includes oral health practices such as brushing, flossing, and healthy dietary intake. Objective: To assess the parents’ perception regarding the dental and oral health of their school-going children. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among parents of school going children regarding their per- ception of the dental and oral health of their children in Janakpur. The study tool was a questionnaire-based which contained basic information of participants and 25 questions related to the dental and oral health of their children. Data were analyzed for frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation. Results: : Out of total 215 participants, 77.2% participants were aware that primary teeth were as important as the permanent teeth. 96.7% of the participants believed that the main causative agent of cavities in teeth was eating too much sugar. Among the major problems, 89.3% children had experienced cavities according to their parents. 96.3% parents believed that the schools should provide dental health education. Conclusions: Increasing parents’ knowledge about children’s oral health, raising awareness of the impor- tance of regular dental check-ups, and fostering positive attitudes toward their children’s oral health un- derscore the need for more effective educational programs. Strengthening community-based interven- tions is crucial for enabling parents to adopt more informed behaviors regarding their children’s oral health.