Dental status of children in a primary and secondary school in rural Zambia.

abstract：:Singapore is an island republic of 616 km2. Four main ethnic groups make up its population of 2.4 million; these are the Chinese, Malays, Indians and others. Singapore's successful housing, industrialization and modernization programmes have caused tremendous changes in the lifestyles and expectations of the people. T...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Cheong YH

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study developed a Monte Carlo simulation approach to examining the prevalence and incidence of dental decay using Australian children as a test environment. Monte Carlo simulation has been used for a half a century in particle physics (and elsewhere); put simply, it is the probability for various population-level...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Tennant M,Kruger E

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper reports the results of a pilot project, sponsored by the FDI Working Group on Oral Health Promotion, which was designed to describe preventive dental programs for school-age children in 10 countries. A mail questionnaire was developed to obtain information about program philosophy, target population, preven...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Frazier PJ,Jenny J,Johnson BG

更新日期：1982-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The paper discusses 20 years of experience with a physiotherapeutic programme that can be used in the initial therapy of myoarthropathies of the temporomandibular joint of both psychosomatic and artificial occlusal origin. The principle is to re-train the masticatory musculature, which has become incoordinated as a re...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Schulte W

更新日期：1988-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to substantiate biocompatibility of dental materials and techniques and thereby reduce iatrogenesis, tests for pulpal and dentinal responses have been developed. These have shown that: high-speed tooth cutting techniques are superior to low-speed techniques even when both incorporate air and water coolant spr...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Stanley HR

更新日期：1994-02-01 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：:A pathfinder pilot survey was conducted in rural Chiriqui Province, Panama, using standard WHO methodology, in order to estimate dental caries prevalence and treatment need. Examinations for caries and treatment need were performed by six trained, experienced examiners. From a convenience sample of 2,597 subjects, a s...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Astroth J,Berg R,Berkey D,McDowell J,Hamman R,Mann J

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The improvements in human health and increased life expectancy which have come about in many societies in the past century have been due, predominantly, to improvements in hygiene--both personal and environmental. As the common oral diseases--caries and gingivitis and to some extent periodontitis--are bacterially medi...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Johnson NW

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate: the incidence of occupational exposures (OE) to patient body fluids among a sub-group of dental students; the rate of reporting of incidents; and the association of various factors. DESIGN:Multicentre retrospective analysis. SETTING:Four UK dental schools in 2000. SUBJECTS:Dental students fro...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Stewardson DA,Burke FJ,Elkhazindar MM,McHugh ES,Mellor AC,Coulter WA,Palenik CJ

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:There are adverse effects of income inequality on morbidity and mortality. This relationship has not been adequately examined in relation to oral health. AIMS:To examine the relationship between income inequality and periodontal disease in rich countries. PARTICIPANTS:Adults aged 35-44 years in 17 rich cou...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Sabbah W,Sheiham A,Bernabé E

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the enamel abrasivity of three whitening toothpastes and a silica toothpaste and to measure the brushing forces used. METHODS:Polished human enamel blocks were indented with a Knoop diamond and attached to dentures of adult volunteers. The blocks were brushed ex vivo, twice per day with either ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Joiner A,Pickles MJ,Lynch S,Cox TF

更新日期：2008-02-01 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：:Dental caries has a significant impact on the general health and development of children. Understanding caries epidemiology is an essential task for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) policymakers to evaluate preventive programmes and to improve oral health. The purpose of this review is to collect and summarise all data ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Al-Bluwi GS

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article presents the case of a patient who was practising Yoga (Kunjal kriya) which led to dental erosion. Dental erosion can be due to extrinsic or intrinsic causes. The intrinsic causes include vomiting due to anorexia nervosa, regurgitation due to abnormality in gastro-intestinal tract or rumination. A 38-year-...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Meshramkar R,Patil SB,Patil NP

更新日期：2007-06-01 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：:The severely reduced dentition is a continual challenge to the treatment planning skills of the restorative dentist. This paper examines the need for treatment in the context of oral function, social requirements and related disease processes. The philosophy for management should be based on sound knowledge of the out...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Shearer BH,Treasure P

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was undertaken in September 1990 to investigate the reasons for permanent tooth extractions in Antigua. Eight out of 10 dentists on the island were requested to record permanent tooth extractions, including tooth type and reasons for extraction, during a 6 week study period. All 8 dentists provided data which ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Vignarajah S

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study investigated the disposal of clinical waste within dental surgeries in Bangkok, Thailand and followed the waste trail to the rubbish tips. A questionnaire was sent to all dental practices in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area. The response rate was 57.7 per cent. At the same time, rubbish collectors and scavenge...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Punchanuwat K,Drummond BK,Treasure ET

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Emergencies may arise as immediate problems during surgical procedures or they may be delayed sequelae to surgical treatment. The immediate problems include haemorrhage from the operative site; mandibular fracture; tuberosity fracture; fracture of the antral wall; broken instruments; and displaced teeth. The common po...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Hardman EG

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:By 1977, all Australian states and mainland territories, with the exception of Queensland, had widely implemented adjusted water fluoridation. This disparity in public health policy persisted until 2008. METHODS:This study analyses the sociopolitical and socioeconomic backgrounds that underpinned the repeal...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Akers HF,Foley MA

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dental human health resource planning (DHHRP), or manpower planning in Mexico has been plagued by fundamental contradictions. In spite of having trained a great many dentists in the past two decades, the dental health status of the population has not significantly improved. Concurrently, the relative scarcity of patie...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Maupome G,Borges A,Diez-de-Bonilla J

更新日期：1998-02-01 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：BACKGROUND:Although there is evidence that mouthguards prevent orofacial trauma occurrence during sport practice, the influence of this device on athletic performance has not been systematically quantified. OBJECTIVES:We aim to systematically review the literature to determine the effect of mouthguards on athletic per...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ferreira GB,Guimarães LS,Fernandes CP,Dias RB,Coto NP,Antunes LAA,Antunes LS

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The amount of information which dental teachers wish students to absorb creates undesirable congestion of the curriculum. Individuals learn at different rates and if the course is designed for the average student, the better students are insufficiently challenged while the poor learner is left floundering. This proble...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Mann WR

更新日期：1976-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint of patients in dental practices. Studies have demonstrated dentinal hypersensitivity to affect 10-30% of the population. There are various potential causes of tooth sensitivity and a variety of available treatment options. This narrative review will discuss the possible aetiolog...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Clark D,Levin L

更新日期：2016-10-01 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：:The huge prevalence of tooth decay and the gradual ageing of populations in the developed world have combined to produce a steady increase in the need for complete denture treatment. To achieve successful treatment, it is vital to consider a number of issues throughout the denture process. Before treatment even begins...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Roessler DM

更新日期：2003-01-01 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：:The search for new devices and technologies for endodontic procedures always has been challenging. Since the development of the ruby laser by Maiman in 1960 and the application of the laser for endodontics by Weichman in 1971, a variety of potential applications for lasers in endodontics have been proposed. With the d...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Mohammadi Z

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:There is a high prevalence of tobacco consumption among prisoners. This study aimed to establish tobacco use, to explore and assess oral cancer awareness and to identify associations between oral cancer awareness and tobacco use in a sample of male prisoners in a local Indian prison. METHODOLOGY:A systemati...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Dahiya M,Croucher R

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00