The United Kingdom's specialist workforce in paediatric dentistry: current and future trends.

abstract：:It is important that dental extractions under general anaesthesia (GA) are planned appropriately to avoid a repeat GA in the future. Current guidelines recommend the input of an orthodontist when the treatment plan involves a permanent tooth extraction but the number of children undergoing GA extractions makes this ch...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Tahir MH,Ellis PE,Hollingsworth L

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To ascertain the training received in management of medical emergencies recalled by general dental practitioners (GDPs), as undergraduates and since graduation, to examine how well prepared they felt to manage such events and how their readiness might be improved. DESIGN:Postal questionnaire survey of a ran...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Atherton GJ,McCaul JA,Williams SA

更新日期：1999-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine in detail the complications associated with the use of mandibular repositioning splints (MRS) to treat sleep-related breathing disorders. METHOD:This prospective cross-sectional cohort study audits the management with mandibular repositioning splints of 121 patients suffering from sleep-related breath...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Bates CJ,McDonald JP

更新日期：2006-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：:It has been suggested that small doses of opioid drugs given prior to surgery can reduce postoperative pain. This study was designed to compare the effectiveness of a paracetamol/codeine combination and paracetamol alone in preventing the pain following surgical removal of impacted third molar teeth under general anae...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Sandhu S,Rood JP

更新日期：1996-05-11 00:00:00

abstract：:Hunter-Schreger bands are an optical phenomenon observed in mammalian tooth enamel. Familiar to all current and former students of dental histology, this optical phenomenon appears as alternating patterns of dark and light bands when cut enamel is viewed under reflected light. The discovery of this important feature o...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Lynch CD,McGillycuddy CT,O'Sullivan VR,Sloan AJ

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute idiopathic thrombocytopaenic purpura is the most common of the thrombocytopaenias of childhood. Clinically it is associated with petechiae, mucocutaneous bleeding and occasionally haemorrhage into tissues. The oral mucosa is frequently involved. This paper describes a case presenting in general dental practice. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Hunter ML,Hunter B,Lesser S

更新日期：1997-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Email is a computer based method of sending messages from one computer to another. From its humble beginnings 40 years, it has matured to become a crucial tool in utilising the power of the Internet. More people have access to email than to any other Internet application, and despite the problems with spam email and v...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Downes PK

更新日期：2007-04-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcification of the stylohyoid ligament is a well recognised radiographic finding in dental practice. Fortunately, affected individuals seldom develop symptoms. We report a case of a patient whose main complaint was a loud click following jaw movement. This unusual presentation has not been described before and shoul...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Godden DR,Adam S,Woodwards RT

更新日期：1999-05-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective This paper presents the results of a systematic review, designed to explore how patient-centred care (PCC) is defined in the dental literature.Method An electronic search of MEDLINE (1946-2012), Embase (1980-2012) PsycINFO (1806-2012), the Cochrane Library and non-peer reviewed literature was conducted using...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Scambler S,Delgado M,Asimakopoulou K

更新日期：2016-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Endodontic procedures are challenging and technically demanding. In the UK standards of treatment have been shown to have fallen short of acceptable guidelines, laying many dentists open to litigation on questions of clinical negligence by patients who understand and know what should be considered as current best prac...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Webber J

更新日期：2010-08-28 00:00:00

abstract：:This article explores the theoretical aspects and clinical procedures involved in recording centric relation. Established clinical techniques to record centric relation are considered and described in part one. The second article considers more recent concepts of centric relation and clinical techniques to record it. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Hassall D

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital alveolar synechiae is rarely seen as an isolated disease. It is generally observed together with various syndromes such as Van der Woude and cleft palate lateral alveolar synechiae syndrome, and is concomitant with other anomalies in the maxillofacial or other regions of the body. Prior to this case report ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Tanrikulu R,Erol B,Görgün B,Ilhan O

更新日期：2005-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the impact of repair vs replacement of failed restorations on patient related outcome measures, and to explore the clinical factors that influence this decision. DESIGN:Multicentre, prospective practice-based study.Setting Dental practices within Salford, Trafford and East Lancashire in the No...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Blum IR

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tooth wear has been recognised as an increasing problem over the past 10 years. Recent data from epidemiological studies indicate that the condition is common with prevalence of dentine exposure in adults ranging between 2% and 10% and visible surface changes on teeth observed up to 30% of European adults. The Basic E...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Bartlett D

更新日期：2016-08-12 00:00:00

abstract：:This is the first of a multipart series on the internet aimed at dental practitioners. In this part I will try to answer the questions 'What is the Internet?' and 'How does it work?', the historical background of the internet will be discussed, and reasons will be given as to why dentists should consider connecting to...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Downes PK

更新日期：1998-07-25 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To seek children's opinions about the acceptability of resin fissure sealant placement. STUDY DESIGN:Service evaluation using a child-centred questionnaire issued to a prospective sample of consecutive hospital patients.Method Questionnaires were issued to children, aged 3 to 16 years, immediately after resin fiss...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Morgan AG,Madahar AK,Deery C

更新日期：2014-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the long-term follow-up of patients successfully treated for disc displacement with anterior repositioning splint therapy and patients successfully treated for pain dysfunction syndrome with stabilisation therapy. DESIGN:Retrospective analysis. SETTING:Dental school clinic unit. METHODS:Maintenan...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Davies SJ,Gray RJ

更新日期：1997-10-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report on the dental health of three-year-old children in Greater Glasgow, and to examine the amount of dental caries associated with deprivation in this young age group. DESIGN:Dental inspections in nursery schools. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:The national inspection programme using BASCD criteria was extended...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： McMahon AD,Blair Y,McCall DR,Macpherson LM

更新日期：2010-08-28 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper presents descriptive and demographic data gathered in response to a mailed questionnaire of 188 patients at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry who had incurred costs of at least $1500 on restorative dental treatment between January 1990 and december 1991. The development and testing of the behav...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Oates AJ,Fitzgerald M,Alexander G

更新日期：1995-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of overweight and obesity is rising in many developed and developing countries and, most worryingly, among children. Within the EU, Scotland has the highest prevalence, more than twice that of the Netherlands, and in England almost a quarter of children now enter primary school either overweight or obes...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Levine R

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A technique is presented which uses light-activated bonding materials and orthodontic archwire to immobilise a surgically transplanted impacted maxillary canine. The technique is quick and effective. It uses materials commonly available in the dental surgery and does not require technical laboratory support. The treat...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Willmot DR,Davies SJ

更新日期：1991-04-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Does this tool offer a robust method for seeking out evidence or merely gives credence to quackery? ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors：

更新日期：2017-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives The aim of this paper is to identify the factors that affect the complexity of implant restoration and to explore the indices that help us to assess it. With this knowledge the growing number of clinicians restoring dental implants will have a better understanding of the available guidance and evidence base...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Wright SP,Hayden J,Lynd JA,Walker-Finch K,Willett J,Ucer C,Speechley SD

更新日期：2016-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Aim To assess socioeconomic inequality regarding specific preventive interventions (fissure sealants or any treatment to prevent caries) and dental visits among UK children.Method Data were from the Children's Dental Health Survey 2003, which included participants from England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. T...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Shaban R,Kassim S,Sabbah W

更新日期：2017-06-09 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To use nationally available data sets to undertake an equity audit to support the targeting of resources to meet the needs of patients from deprived communities, in areas where levels of poor oral health remain higher than the rest of the population as a whole. METHODS:Postcodes of 224,107 patients in County Durha...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Rooney E

更新日期：2010-08-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The aims of this survey were to establish the demographic profile of dental hygienists (DHs) and dental hygienist/therapists (DH/Ts) in the United Kingdom in 2011 and their patterns of practice as DHs. METHODS:A 10% sample of all those registered with the General Dental Council as DHs or DH/Ts in April 2011 were ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Eaton KA,Harris M,Ross MK,Arevalo C

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To consider the extent to which the validity and reliability of the Denplan Excel Patient Survey (DEPS) has been confirmed during its development and by its use in general dental practice and to explore methods by which any survey instrument used in general dental practice might be validated and tested for reliabil...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Busby M,Matthews R,Burke FJ,Mullins A,Schumaker K

更新日期：2015-10-09 00:00:00

abstract：:When confronting a defiant or pre-co-operative young patient with extensive dental decay the dentist must decide between treatment under conscious sedation with passive restraint or general anaesthesia. Although some practitioners prefer to attempt and exhaust sedative techniques in most cases and use general anaesthe...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Kupietzky A

更新日期：2004-02-14 00:00:00

abstract：:The effectiveness of pain relieving treatments given for acute dental pain has been evaluated after 24 hours in 172 patients who presented to a dental hospital emergency department. Patients were contacted by telephone the day after attendance and graded their pain on a scale from 1 (no pain) to 5 (pain much worse). T...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Matthews RW,Peak JD,Scully C

更新日期：1994-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the impact of repair vs replacement of failed restorations on patient related outcome measures, and to explore the clinical factors that influence this decision. DESIGN:Multicentre, prospective practice-based study. SETTING:Dental practices within Salford, Trafford and East Lancashire in the ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Javidi H,Tickle M,Aggarwal VR

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00