Women as leaders.

abstract：:The metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a spectrum of conditions that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes mellitus. The components of MetS include dysglycemia, visceral obesity, atherogenic dyslipidemia (elevated triglycerides and low levels of high-density lipoprotein) and hypertension. An association o...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Lamster IB,Pagan M

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to identify sources of stress and to evaluate stress levels among Turkish dental students and also to investigate the role of year of study and gender on perceived stressors. METHODS:This study included 308 dental students. Dental Environment Stress (DES) questionnaire, Beck Dep...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Peker I,Alkurt MT,Usta MG,Turkbay T

更新日期：2009-04-01 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

abstract：:Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a population growth unparalleled in the rest of the world. This is placing severe constraints on health care education and especially on dental education. The 16 or so dental schools in this part of the continent cannot train sufficient dentists for Africa's needs. In consequence, ma...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Dreyer WP

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to compare the antiplaque and antigingivitis activity of three commercially-available triclosan containing dentifrices with that of a placebo dentifrice without triclosan, a double-blind clinical study was conducted on 194 subjects over six months. Following baseline supragingival plaque and gingivitis examin...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Palomo F,Wantland L,Sanchez A,Volpe AR,McCool J,DeVizio W

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

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：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：:This study, carried out in the region including Baltimore, Maryland, USA followed the pattern previously reported in the studies in Australia, New Zealand, Norway, Germany and Japan (Int. dent. J. 1976, 26, 317). In this area dental care is provided predominantly by payment of fees for service in private practice. Det...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Bonito AJ,Donnelly CJ,Klieger WA

更新日期：1978-09-01 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：AIMS:To describe a recent health promotion project undertaken by the United Mission to Nepal Oral Health Programme (UMN OHP) to increase the availability and consumption of affordable, fluoridated toothpaste in Nepal. METHOD:The process of advocating for the fluoridation of toothpastes in Nepal is based on Tearfund's ...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Yee R,McDonald N,Walker D

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Vietnam, research is required to provide a clearer understanding of the factors associated with dental caries. This will allow paediatric dentists and physicians to provide appropriate care to children. AIM:To determine the factors related to dental caries and to evaluate the association between dental c...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Pham TAV,Nguyen PA

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study compared per-sextant periodontal attachment levels of smokers and non-smokers attending private dental practices. METHOD:One thousand adults (51.5% female) aged 25 to 64 years underwent an oral clinical examination and questionnaire survey covering demographic characteristics, personal traits, cop...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Ng SK,Leung WK

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although there is increasing evidence to suggest an association between periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the issue remains controversial. STUDY OBJECTIVE:This study tested the hypothesis that periodontal disease is a risk indicator for preterm delivery of low-birthweight infants. MATERIA...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Turton M,Africa CWJ

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of a pre-brushing rinse containing sodium benzoate and alcohol, on 2 week old dental plaque. In a double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study 20 individuals abstained from oral hygiene for periods of 2 weeks. Ten individuals were then assigned to rinse once fo...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Danielsen B,Fejerskov O,Scheie AA

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence and severity of tooth wear and dental erosion is rising in children and there is no consensus about an index to be employed. AIM:To assess the reliability of an epidemiological scoring system dental wear index (DWI) to measure tooth wear and dental erosive wear. DESIGN:An epidemiological cro...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： De Carvalho Sales-Peres SH,De Carvalho Sales-Peres A,Marsicano JA,De Moura-Grec PG,De Carvalho CA,De Freitas AR,Sales-Peres A

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

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：OBJECTIVES:Health interventions based on cognitive theories effectively bring about behaviour change. Therefore, the present study aimed to assess the determinants of oral hygiene behaviour (OHB) based on the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) among patients with moderate and severe periodontitis. METHODS:A cross-secti...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Patel J,Kulkarni S,Doshi D,Reddy BS,Reddy MP,Buunk-Werkhoven YAB

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dentists in the Philippines were surveyed for evidence of past hepatitis A and B virus infections. Of the 234 dentists examined, 201 (85.9 per cent) were found to have been infected by HA virus and 137 (58.5 per cent) had been infected by HB virus. The proportion with evidence of past HB virus infection increased as t...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Lim DJ,Lingao A,Macasaet A,Morimoto M,Mochizuki H

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-adherence to regimes recommended by health practitioners is prevalent in the health and safety area. Even the most effective of interventions does not tend to lead to substantial improvements in adherence. This paper reviews models from the health psychology sphere that predict which factors might lead people to p...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Joffe H

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of periodontal disease and its severity in children and young adults in the republics of the SFR Yugoslavia have been assessed. Although some regional differences have been reported the overall pattern is that periodontal disease in Yugoslavia has similar characteristics to the disease found elsewhere i...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Djukanović D

更新日期：1986-09-01 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：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：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

abstract：:This paper gives general information on the location of Kenya, its demography, economy, organisation of health services, general health policy, health financing, oral health infrastructure, problems that hamper health financing and proposals on how to solve these problems. Further, a summary of health status of the Ke...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Kaimenyi JT

更新日期：2004-12-01 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：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：AIM:To explore the preparedness of Greek dental university students for advising patients to quit smoking; how the awareness of the students is modified from the beginning of university studies to graduation; and how it is associated with their smoking habits. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Officially registered dental student...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Polychonopoulou A,Gatou T,Athanassouli T

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Oral piercing can lead to complications and dentists are in a unique position to detect such complications. The purpose of this study was: (i) to assess the immediate and the long-term effects, on dental students, of a training programme about oral piercing knowledge; and (ii) to assess the immediate effec...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Junco P,Barrios R,Ruiz MJ,Bravo M

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In France, a number of different forms of group practice co-exist. They differ in the number of members and their contractual relationships. 40 per cent of French dentists practise in groups; however, this figure falls to 26 per cent for the true group practices, in only 12 per cent of which are the fees pooled. In mo...

journal_title：International dental journal

authors： Chardon JC

更新日期：1986-06-01 00:00:00