Browsing by Author "Ekta Kumari"

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Allelopathic effect of cocklebur extract on the fertility status of soil in transplanted rice by controlling weed
(Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 2016) Ekta Kumari; Pravin Kumar Upadhyay; Avijit Sen; Priyankar Raha; Javvadi Padmavathi; Mona Nagargade; Vishal Tyagi
Nutrient status plays a sine quo non role in maintaining the fertility of any soil. All the soil and plant indices are directly or indirectly related to it. In this experiment the use of xanthium is taken as key indicator for not just control over the prominent weeds of rice but this reduction of weed intensity thereby increase the nutrient reserves in the soil. In rice, weed control at early stage is imperative for realizing desired level of productivity. Here extraction from cocklebur is taken as a weed management tool to find out the effect of varying rates of Xanthium strumarium extract through different solvents(petroleum ether, methanol and water extract @1000mg L-1, 2000mg L-1 and 3000mg L-1 each respectively) on dry weight of weed, nutrient content and removal by rice plant. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design with twelve treatments replicated thrice on variety HUR 3022 including butachlor, pretilachlor and control. The nutrient availability was measured in terms of its content of the varied treatments and its uptake of nutrient in soil and plant at 30, 60 and 90 days after transplanting and at harvest. The application of petroleum ether extract @ 3000 mg L-1 of X. strumarium was found to having higher nutrient status in rice with lower status in weed ultimately controlling the most relative weed of rice i.e. Echinocloa spp. having the nutrient reserves in the soil as well as crop plant.
Comparative evaluation of conventional and socket-shield techniques on maxillary esthetics following immediate implant placement in fresh extraction sockets: A randomized controlled trial
(Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2024) Farhan Durrani; Aishwarya Pandey; Shweta Ahlawat; Ekta Kumari; S. U. Gokila Vani; Sakshi Agarwal; P. G. Naveen Kumar
Background: Dental implants in fresh extraction sockets of the maxillary esthetic area are technique-sensitive procedures where retaining a buccal root segment can enhance periodontium preservation and esthetics. This study aims to compare marginal bone levels and esthetic outcomes between conventional immediate implant placement and the socket-shield technique in fresh maxillary extraction sockets. Materials and Methods: Twenty-four patients with type 1 extraction sockets were included in this randomized trial and assigned to either conventional immediate implant placement or the socket-shield technique. Implant survival, crestal bone levels, and pink esthetic scores (PES) were evaluated at 8 months (temporary prosthesis), 12 months, and 36 months (final crowns). Results: All implant-supported restorations were successful within the study's observation period. The socket-shield technique showed significantly lower marginal bone loss (e.g. 1.40 ± 0.29 mm vs. 1.70 ± 0.36 mm at 36 months; P = 0.040) and superior PES (e.g., 10.50 ± 0.90 vs. 9.36 ± 0.98 at 36 months; P = 0.008) compared to the conventional technique. However, the technique's complexity underscores the need for expertise and careful execution to optimize tissue preservation in the maxillary esthetic zone. Conclusion: The socket-shield technique better preserves hard and soft tissues around implant-retained prostheses than conventional implant placement in maxillary esthetic regions. Further studies with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up are required to validate these findings. © 2025 Indian Society of Periodontology.
Comparative evaluation of hard and soft tissue parameters by using short implants and standard long implants with sinus lift for prosthetic rehabilitation of posterior maxilla
(Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2024) Farhan Durrani; S.M. Karthickraj; Fouzia Imran; Shweta Ahlawat; Ekta Kumari; S. U. Gokila Vani
Objective: The objective is to compare and evaluate the hard and soft tissue parameters by using short and standard long implants with sinus lifting in the posterior maxilla. Materials and Methods: Eleven patients with complaints of missing upper back teeth were enrolled in the study for implant-supported rehabilitation and were categorized into two groups: Group long (GL): longer implant (>8 mm) placement, preceded by Sinus Augmentation. Group short (GS): short implant (≤8 mm) placement, without sinus augmentation. The primary outcome measured was cumulative survival rate (CSR) in the compromised partial edentulous posterior maxilla. Secondary outcomes measured were implant stability (IS), marginal bone level alterations (MBL), pocket probing depth (PPD), crown-to-implant ratio, and any complications. Results: The difference in CSR between the groups was not statistically significant (P = 0.317). High stability was achieved immediately after the placement of the implants, in both groups (GS: 64 ± 4.07, GL: 65.58 ± 9.75); this difference in the mean ISQ (IS quotients) values was not found to be statistically significant at implant placement (P = 0.7). The mean MBL reported in the study at the end of 12 months of prosthesis function was - 0.762 ± 0.48 mm and - 0.7 ± 0.34 mm for GS and GL, respectively. The mean PPD measurements in GS and GL groups were 1.917 ± 0.68 mm and 1.833 ± 0.38 mm, respectively, and it was not statistically significant (P = 0.8). Conclusion: Within the limitations of the present study, the obtained results indicate that short implants provided a similar clinical and radiographic performance compared to long implants placed in combination with a sinus augmentation procedure (lateral window) up to 12 months after prosthetic loading. © 2024 Indian Society of Periodontology | Published by Wolters Kluwer - Medknow.
Comparative evaluation of mucin and total protein in periodontal disease before and after nonsurgical periodontal therapy
(Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2024) J.P. Vishnu; Anju Gautam; Surendra Pratap Mishra; Farhan Durrani; Fouzia Imran; Ekta Kumari
Background: Periodontal ailments cause a quantum leap in the biomarker profile of the saliva. This profile is, in fact, the epiphany of the scale and extent of the disease. Both gingivitis and periodontitis are chronic inflammatory diseases with a step-grade progression. The study aimed to determine the response of the host in these conditions by analyzing concentrations of salivary mucin and total protein activity, before and after nonsurgical periodontal therapy (NSPT). Materials and Methods: Sixty adult subjects were clinically examined and divided into three groups (n = 20) according to the clinical assessment and categorized as Group I (healthy), Group II (gingivitis), and Group III (chronic periodontitis). Whole saliva was collected, and salivary mucin and total protein levels were quantitatively measured at baseline in all the groups and additionally after NSPT in Groups II and III. Results: Levels of mucin and total protein increased in patients with gingivitis and periodontitis. There was a slight decline in mucin levels in periodontitis patients in comparison with the gingivitis group. A positive correlation was found between the respective clinical parameters of both the groups along with their levels of salivary mucin and total protein. It indicated that the response of salivary glands to increase their protective potential caused the change among the groups. Conclusion: Periodontal diseases induce an increase in the levels of mucins and proteins, which is believed as the action of the salivary glands to protect the oral cavity and put off the chaos caused by the microorganisms. © 2024 Indian Society of Periodontology | Published by Wolters Kluwer - Medknow.
Palatal bone block: A predictable bone augmentation technique for restricted maxillary defect
(Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2023) Farhan Durrani; J.P. Vishnu; Aabida Taslim; Fouzia Imran; Ekta Kumari; Aishwarya Pandey
Bone grafting for implant dentistry depends on bone quality, quantity, and biological principles for good outcome. Autogenous bone as donor remains the gold standard among all the available materials. However, it carries unpredictable morbidity and need for different surgical sites. In our report, we describe a simplified approach in bone augmentation for restricted maxillary atrophic defect within the same surgical site as a harvesting site. The method can be an alternative for different intraoral surgical harvesting sites. The patient's left maxillary central incisor before treatment had a large bony defect which was reconstructed though single site approach of augmentation. The implant-supported restoration with healthy periodontium around even after 2 years of review looks promising. The approach can be an alternative for different intraoral surgical sites. © 2023 Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications. All rights reserved.
Response of mungbean to NPK and lime under the conditions of vindhyan region of Uttar Pradesh
(Agricultural Research Communication Centre, 2017) Dinesh Varma; Ram Swaroop Meena; Sunil Kumar; Ekta Kumari
A field experiment was conducted for the management of soil acidity with fertility and lime levels to sustain the productivity of acid soil in Vindhyyan region of Uttar Pradesh (India). Results of the study demonstrated that significant improvement in plant height (49.23 cm), number of nodule (76.95), dry weight of nodule (49.75 mg), highest LAI (4.45), yield parameters, yields, protein (21.39%), nutrient content and total NPK uptake (96.68 kg/ha) were recorded with 100% RDF. Similar results were observed for all growth and yield parameters such as protein (%), nutrient (%) and total NPK uptake by crop with application of 200 kg lime/ha. A significantly higher seed yield (6.22 q/ha) was recorded with 100 % RDF + 200 kg lime/ha as compared to other treatment combinations, which was at par with 100 % RDF + 300 kg lime/ha and 125 % RDF + 300 kg lime/ha. © 2017, Agricultural Research Communication Centre. All rights reserved.