Caries prevalence in Africa and the People's Republic of China.

abstract：:A national survey was conducted to investigate current procedures in New Zealand dental practices for control of cross-infection, and to gauge dentists' perceptions of their current procedures. A questionnaire was sent to all dental practices in New Zealand, and non-returns were followed up by two further mailings. Fr...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Treasure P,Treasure ET

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Very little has been researched or published about the oral health of the elderly in the People's Republic of China. The following overview of the dental status for this population has been prepared, based on data supplied by Dr. Wen-Min Luan. ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Luan WM

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Descending necrotising mediastinitis is a rare complication secondary to oral surgery or odontogenic infections which ultimately spreads to the mediastinum through the anatomical cervical spaces. Delay in diagnosis, despite broad-spectrum antimicrobical therapy and extensive surgical intervention, results in an unacce...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Biasotto M,Pellis T,Cadenaro M,Bevilacqua L,Berlot G,Di Lenarda R

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about dental problems suffered by travellers abroad. This study was designed to investigate travel insurance claims made by travellers from Australia for dental conditions, particularly examining demographic factors, type of travel insurance coverage, nature and duration of travel, when denta...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Leggat PA,Leggat FW,Kedjarune U

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To obtain basic data on dental caries and gingival status of students in Myanmar, and to identify related risk indicators, including socioeconomic conditions and oral health behaviours and habits. STUDY DESIGN:This cross-sectional study enrolled 537 fifth-grade students in Myanmar. Oral health behaviours an...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Kyaw Myint ZC,Zaitsu T,Oshiro A,Ueno M,Soe KK,Kawaguchi Y

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Before nomenclatorial translation can be begun, an approved definition of the term concerned is required, as is a systematic classification of related designations. Existing sources are bi- or multi-lingual dictionaries and glossaries but relatively few of these cover oral biology and dentistry in adequate detail. Muc...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Baume LJ

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:If dental pulp injury occurs prior to complete root formation and apical closure, normal root development is halted. This condition produces several complications. Firstly, the apical diameter of the canal is often larger than the coronal diameter, so debridement is difficult. Secondly, the lack of an apical stop make...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Mohammadi Z

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite certain shortcomings, the assessment of caries using the DMF system of scoring is relatively simple, reproducible and provides some indication of treatment needs and the success of the treatment measures provided. No such index is yet in existence which will give similar information about the much more complic...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Barmes DE

更新日期：1976-12-01 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：:A special form and field manuals defining examination criteria were prepared for recording the following: 1. Number of teeth present both primary and permanent 2. Periodontal disease (a) Oral hygiene using the simplified oral hygiene index. (b) Periodontal condition using a modified P.I. index. (c) Periodontal treatme...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Moller IJ,Beck DJ

更新日期：1976-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To analyse prescription of antibodies in emergency dental service according to antibiotic type, working diagnosis, patient visit time and patient demographic characteristics. Additionally, prescription practices among individual dentists were analysed. METHODS:The data in this retrospective cohort study wer...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Bjelovucic R,Par M,Rubcic D,Marovic D,Prskalo K,Tarle Z

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Where does dentistry fit into the field of regenerative medicine? Based on the fact that the goal of regenerative medicine is to restore function to damaged organs and tissues, it is apparent that dentistry, which has long embraced the concept of restoring function of damaged teeth, has embraced this goal from the ver...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ricci JL,Terracio L

更新日期：2011-08-01 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：AIM:The aim of this study was to investigate oral rehydration therapy (ORT) products and their effect on plaque pH under normal and dry mouth conditions. DESIGN:Three commercial oral rehydration therapy products, prepared according to the manufacturers' instruction, plus a 10% glucose solution, which served as control...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Salehi S,Daneshian M,Forsberg BC,Birkhed D

更新日期：2013-10-01 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 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：OBJECTIVES:To determine the proportion of non-carious cervical lesions (NCCL) that were either abrasion or abfraction like and to test the validity of the assumption that right-handed patients cause more abrasion on the cervical surfaces of teeth on the left side of the mouth. SETTING:Ile-lfe, Southwestern Nigeria. P...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Oginni AO,Olusile AO,Udoye CI

更新日期：2003-10-01 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：:Dental education should be a continuing process from undergraduate days throughout the dentists' practising life. The development of postgraduate courses has moved earlier the point at which a licence to practise is conferred, and in so doing has increased the responsibility to pursue continuing education and training...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Cowan A

更新日期：1975-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The AIDS epidemic has caused widespread concern in the community and there has been a corresponding impact on dentistry. Dentists have seen themselves as vulnerable due to frequent exposure to blood and to the salivary pool, which may possibly be infective, either inherently or by reason of blood contamination. The fe...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Wall C

更新日期：1987-06-01 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：BACKGROUND:The aetiology of deciduous molar hypomineralisation (DMH) is still largely unknown. AIM:The aim of the study was to elucidate the occurrence of DMH as a function of the parameters of bone metabolism, as it is suspected that abnormalities in these parameters may affect the mineralisation of teeth. DESIGN:In...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Elger W,Illge C,Kiess W,Körner A,Kratzsch J,Schrock A,Hirsch C

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objectives of this study were to investigate changes in the concentration of total bacterial aerosols before, during, and after the working period at different positions within the same multichair dental clinics. Also to investigate the contribution to total bacterial aerosols, if any, of the aerosols ge...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Kedjarune U,Kukiattrakoon B,Yapong B,Chowanadisai S,Leggat P

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess factors associated with perception of oral health in older individuals. DESIGN:A cross sectional study. SETTING:A densely populated urban area in Sri Lanka. PARTICIPANTS:585 older adults aged 60 years and above of which 475 were living at home and 110 in institutions. The present analysis is limited to...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ekanayke L,Perera I

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to compare the bonding of chemically-cured glass ionomer (polyalkenoate) cement (CGIC) and resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RGIC) to a ground ceramic surface (n = 6 per group). The ceramic surface was left untreated or treated with either commercial dental porcelain primer or with heat-cu...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Vallittu PK,Forss H

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although concern for patient safety is inherent to the practice of the health care professions, its transformation into a specific body of knowledge is relatively recent and thus patient safety may be considered as a comparatively 'new' discipline. Its main objectives are to avoid the occurrence of preventable adverse...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Yamalik N,Perea Pérez B

更新日期：2012-08-01 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：AIM:To evaluate the success and maintenance requirements of cylindrical, hydroxyapatite coated implants used as single-tooth implants. DESIGN:A five-year prospective trial. METHOD:Twenty patients, attending the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry at GKT Dental Institute, London, were provided with 23 Calcitek, Integra...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Davis DM,Watson RM,Packer ME

更新日期：2004-08-01 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：: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