The responsibilities and rights of dental professionals 1. Introduction.

abstract：:Dental practitioners have traditionally neglected halitosis despite its high priority for the public, but practitioners' interest in halitosis has recently increased. Although oral pathologic or physiologic halitosis is easily reduced by a suitable treatment based on the treatment needs, systemic and psychological con...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Coil JM,Yaegaki K,Matsuo T,Miyazaki H

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of helium-neon (He-Ne) laser on the prevention of pain, swelling and trismus following the removal of an impacted third molar was studied in 100 patients randomly allocated to receive He-Ne laser, ibuprofen or placebo in a prospective double-blind parallel clinical trial. Trismus was significantly reduced i...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Carrillo JS,Calatayud J,Manso FJ,Barberia E,Martinez JM,Donado M

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study reports the findings of a survey carried out in Zambia by a UK charity. 'Project Teeth Relief', which aims to provide basic pain relief and dental health education to the rural areas of Zambia. The survey investigated the dental health status of schoolchildren from two rural schools: 354 pupils aged 13-22 y...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Noar J,Portnoy S

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the effect of a calcium carbonate/perlite toothpaste on the levels of extrinsic stain removed at two weeks compared to a silica control toothpaste. DESIGN:In this parallel group, double-blind study, subjects were stratified by natural baseline stain and tobacco use and allocated at random to one of...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Collins LZ,Naeeni M,Schäfer F,Brignoli C,Schiavi A,Roberts J,Colgan P

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oral diseases affect most of the global population. The aim of this paper was to provide a contemporary analysis of 'human resources for oral health' (HROH) by examining the size and distribution of the dental workforce according to World Health Organization (WHO) region and in the most populous countries. ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Gallagher JE,Hutchinson L

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate treatment decisions of general practitioners (GPs) and dental teachers (DTs) in cases of endodontically treated teeth and to test the hypothesis that dentists' treatment decisions are independent of their working sector and other practice characteristics. DESIGN:A questionnaire based on four endo...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Heinikainen M,Vehkalahti M,Murtomaa H

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the reduction of plaque and gingivitis from the following three toothpaste formulations containing: 0.3% Triclosan, 1,000ppm fluoride and 0.13% calcium glycerophosphate in a natural calcium carbonate base (a new paste); 0.2% Triclosan and 1,000ppm fluoride in a precipitated calcium carbonate base; ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Peter S,Nayak DG,Philip P,Bijlani NS

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To show relationships between oral conditions and physical performance in the elderly living independently. METHODS:A total of 821 persons participated. Data on background factors and self-assessed masticatory ability were collected by means of questionnaires. An intraoral examination was performed to exami...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Moriya S,Muramatsu T,Tei K,Nakamura K,Muramatsu M,Notani K,Inoue N

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The World Health Report, published annually by the World Health Organization, provides a rich source of information from which trends may be distinguished and planning can be initiated. In terms of oral health, trends in caries prevalence are of particular importance, as are developments in health promotion in general...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Pakhomov GN

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Though gingivitis has a prevalence of close to 100 per cent in many populations, most forms of the 'disease' are self-limiting and reversible: tooth support and function are not compromised so the public health importance of the condition is questionable. Periodontitis occurs in a number of different clinical forms wh...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Johnson NW

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A report of the progress of research in the area of the dentist-patient relationship since Linn's review in 1971 is presented. It discusses several models of the doctor-patient relationship, dentists' perceptions of patients and their influence on treatment outcome, patients' perceptions of the dentist and satisfactio...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ayer WA

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate the possible relationship between dental anxiety and cortisol excretion prior to dental treatment. Trait and state dental anxiety of male subjects were determined using the Dental Anxiety Scale (DAS) and a visual analogue scale (VAS), respectively. Urine and stimulated parotid ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Brand HS

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the changes of oral health knowledge and behaviour among Wuhan citizens after six years of 'Love Teeth Day' campaigns. Representative samples of citizens aged 10-62 years were identified and interviewed in 1987 (n = 1180) and in 1995 (n = 1014). Data on oral health knowledge a...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Peng B,Petersen PE,Tai BJ,Yuan BY,Fan MW

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In Japan CPITN has been widely applied in dentistry over the past 10 years. CPITN has been introduced for screening purposes into basic dental epidemiology, dental public health and dental clinical practice. From many surveys the periodontal needs of young, mature and elderly populations have been documented. For the ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Morimoto T,Miyazaki H

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:For a long time the major emphasis in prosthetic dentistry was placed on the technical and mechanical aspects of the different procedures and material used. The relationship between the prosthetic treatment and the periodontal tissues received less attention. As a consequence early results of epidemiological studies w...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Silness J,Gustavsen F

更新日期：1985-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study examined patient preference for dentists as a function of the latter's demographics and experience. A sample of 161 British participants completed a questionnaire in which they were asked to rate eight dentists differentiated by nationality (British vs. Eastern European), sex (male vs. female), and e...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Swami V,McClelland A,Bedi R,Furnham A

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In health care, empathy is associated with compassion, thoughtfulness, attentiveness and caring. While empathy is perceived as desirable and positive, it can potentially be associated with negative aspects, such as secondary traumatic stress or vicarious trauma (VT). VT addresses the secondary vicarious infl...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Uziel N,Meyerson J,Giryes R,Eli I

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent reports from several developed countries have shown reductions in caries prevalence, especially amongst children. As a result of these changes, dental practice surveys show that dentists now work fewer hours at the chairside and see fewer patients. There has been a decline in the time patients have to wait for ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ibikunle SA

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Both dental education and dental practice are affected by the increasing pressure for quality assurance/improvement in health care and the dental profession is expected to take more responsibility for the maintenance and improvement of quality of oral health care and service delivery. Dental professionals are expected...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Yamalik N

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complete denture prosthodontists are very well aware of the influence of psychological factors in the success of their treatment. Recently, a number of authors tried to ascertain some psychosocial criteria in the predictability of patients' satisfaction. Although special attention was paid to concerns of socio-demogra...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Mersel A,Peretz B

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of the present investigation was to study Nordic dentists' experiences with patients concerned about the possible adverse effects of dental restorations, their perceived ability to deal with this problem and their views as to the suitability of amalgam as a filling material. A random sample of practising d...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Widström E,Birn H,Haugejorden O,Sundberg H

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To review the evidence on using Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) techniques and materials in various clinical circumstances. METHOD:Literature review. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES:The success of GTR techniques and materials in halting or reversing the destruction of tooth attachment apparatus caused by progressive perio...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Wolff LF,Mullally B

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Intercountry Centre for Oral Health opened in Chiangmai, Thailand, in November, 1981. In 1984, as part of its mandate to promote new approaches to the delivery of oral health care, it initiated a demonstration project known as the Community Care Model for Oral Health. Logistic, financial and organisational difficu...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Anumanrajadhon T,Rajchagool S,Nitisiri P,Phantumvanit P,Songpaisan Y,Barmes DE,Sardo-Infirri J,Davies GN,Møller IJ,Pilot T

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aesthetics and function of the orofacial region are very important aspects of human life which may be affected by tooth loss and impact on the quality of life. The aim of this study was to identify the effects of anterior tooth loss on patients' quality of life and satisfaction with their dentition. METHODS...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Al-Omiri MK,Karasneh JA,Lynch E,Lamey PJ,Clifford TJ

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this review was to investigate the epidemiological characteristics of maxillofacial fractures (MFFs), to establish the prevalence of MFFs, and to recognise the major causative factors in both males and females in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. STUDY DESIGN:The protocol of th...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Jaber MA,AlQahtani F,Bishawi K,Thomas Kuriadom S

更新日期：2020-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether any differences existed in dental health behaviour between Japanese and Finnish dental students. SETTING:Hiroshima University School of Dentistry and the University of Helsinki. DESIGN:Comparison of cross-cultural differences of self-reported oral health behaviour. SUBJECTS:Dental stud...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Kawamura M,Honkala E,Widström E,Komabayashi T

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge of future dentists of the United Arab Emirates on risk and non-risk factors for oral cancers and correlate it with their own tobacco use, whether they assess their patients' tobacco use and their opinion about the relation of oral cancer and smokeless toba...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Rahman B,Hawas N,Rahman MM,Rabah AF,Al Kawas S

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Problems arise when attempting to compare caries data collected in both Africa and the People's Republic of China. These difficulties are not only the result of differences in the criteria used for the diagnosis of caries but are also due to the diversity of cultural and social conditions existing within each of the g...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Fejerskov O,Baelum V,Luan WM,Manji F

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to investigate the effect of periodontal treatment and oral hygiene on the eradication of gastric Helicobacter pylori. MATERIALS AND METHODS:In this clinical trial, the 98 patients with gastric H. pylori infection that were enrolled received either triple-therapy regimen only or triple-ther...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Yuksel Sert S,Ozturk A,Bektas A,Cengiz MI

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This brief paper describes the construction and method of use of a periodontal probe specifically designed for the assessment of the periodontal treatment needs of populations. ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Emslie RD

更新日期：1980-12-01 00:00:00