A review of the current approaches to the management of the severely reduced dentition.

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：AIM:To review of the difference in the health condition between 8020 achievers and 8020 non-achievers covering 25 papers which were published mainly in Japan. BACKGROUND:A campaign targeting the elderly to retain at least 20 teeth by the time they reach the age of 80 years (8020) has been in place since 1991 in Japan....

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Yamanaka K,Nakagaki H,Morita I,Suzaki H,Hashimoto M,Sakai T

更新日期：2008-06-01 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：: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 overall picture for caries and periodontal disease in Europe has improved over the last years. A very marked decline in caries prevalence was seen in children and adolescents. According to the DMF-figures the caries prevalence in adults and seniors has not declined as rapidly. Yet also in this age group there is i...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Reich E

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of an FDI questionnaire-based survey involving dentists from five countries reporting on 507 implants were compared with those of similar surveys on implantations conducted by the American Dental Association in 1977 and subsequent years. There were questions on retention time, materials used and types of i...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Hahn W

更新日期：1983-12-01 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 EC has mounted the BIOMED 1 as a specific programme to facilitate cooperative research programmes in identified areas of interest throughout Europe. They have recently announced support under this programme for a joint initiative designed to evaluate in vitro and in vivo methods of biological testing of root canal...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Watts A,Paterson RC

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to survey changes in practices of infection control (IC) procedures by dentists in Beijing between 2000 and 2010. METHODS:Data were based on the feedback of 592 and 769 dentists surveyed in 2000 and 2010, respectively. Statistical analysis was conducted using Pearson's chi-squared test. RE...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Su J,Deng XH,Sun Z

更新日期：2012-06-01 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：:Previous studies have highlighted the diversity of levels of nutrition teaching in European Dental Schools, ranging from extensive courses in Scandinavia and the Netherlands to little or none in some other countries. A current survey has shown that whilst on average there has been a small increase in nutrition teachin...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Beeley JA

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Epidemiological studies, based on the tooth surface as a unit of reference, confirm a strong correlation between dental plaque and the initiation of dental caries and periodontal disease. Therefore, prevention of caries and periodontal disease must be based on plaque control. Dental plaque can be controlled both mecha...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Axelsson P

更新日期：1993-10-01 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：:Occupational health hazards are common in many sectors and are on the increase. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), which are problems of musculoskeletal system, are significant and costly workplace problems affecting occupational health, productivity and the careers of the working population. Although there is a lack o...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Nermin Y

更新日期：2006-12-01 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：AIMS:To determine how financially prepared Australian dentists are for retirement. METHODS:Information was collected in the Dentist Retirement Intentions Study from members of the New South Wales branch of the Australian Dental Association, all of whom were aged over 50 years. One way ANOVAs were used to test for diff...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Schofield D,Fletcher S,Page S,Callander E,Shrestha R

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diet analysis and advice for patients with tooth wear is potentially the most logical intervention to arrest attrition, erosion and abrasion. It is saliva that protects the teeth against corrosion by the acids which soften enamel and make it susceptible to wear. Thus the lifestyles and diet of patients at risk need to...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Young WG

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The contemporary approach of dentistry towards interdisciplinary cooperation is based on the neuromuscular concept. In recent years many authors have pointed out a correlation between orthopaedic and dental findings. Furthermore, there is an intimate biomechanical interrelationship of occlusion with cerebral...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Yurchenko M,Hubálková H,Klepáček I,Machoň V,Mazánek J

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Periodontal diseases and patients at risk for progression of disease can be diagnosed on the basis of age, previous episodes of periodontal disease and loss of attachment, as detected by periodontal probing and radiographic evaluation. For early onset periodontitis, family history may be important. Microbiological eva...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ciancio SG

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two hundred and eighty-five, 5-year-old children from rural and urban KwaZulu and Namibia were examined for dental caries, salivary mutans streptococci and salivary acid producing bacteria. The findings showed statistically significant correlations between salivary mutans streptococci counts and ds and dmfs scores in ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Boardman M,Cleaton-Jones P,Jones C,Hargreaves JA

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When primary health care (PHC) was developed and implemented in developing countries, oral health was not included. The present consequences are marked disparities in the distribution of oral health care, since conventional dentistry can only serve relatively few people and at high costs. Oral health care is virtually...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： van Palenstein Helderman W,Mikx F,Begum A,Adyatmaka A,Bajracharya M,Kikwilu E,Rugarabamu P

更新日期：1999-08-01 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：:To assess the nutritional status of a child, it is essential to know his chronological age. However, this is often not known accurately by the mothers of children in the Third World. The purpose of this study was an attempt to assess the chronological age of a child by a fairly reliable parameter, i.e. the number of t...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Towlson KL,Peck D

更新日期：1990-06-01 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：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 standardised mortality ratios (SMR) were obtained for dentists in Tokyo according to the causes of their deaths, in order to compare them with those for general Tokyo citizens. Furthermore, an abridged life table was prepared and those dentists' life expectancies were estimated. The materials used were 560 death c...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Shimpo H,Yokoyama E,Tsurumaki K

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To reassess the recall frequency interval for dental examinations for children, based on annual caries increments. METHODS:Cross sectional data collected on school children in eight rural and urban schools through the national Incremental Dental Care Programme (IDCP) for one district in Malaysia were analys...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Tan EH,Batchelor P,Sheiham A

更新日期：2006-10-01 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

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：:Ageing is a physiological process which impairs vitality and ultimately leads to death. It is found in all differentiated multicellular organisms. Recent theories attribute ageing to an accumulation of errors as the capacity of mechanisms for their repair and compensation becomes limited. Erroneous processes leading t...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Hofecker G

更新日期：1983-09-01 00:00:00