Surfing the spectrum - what is on the horizon?

abstract：:Aim Dental caries epidemiological surveys produce information that may be used to assist health policy makers in the planning of preventive and curative strategies. The detection instruments used in these surveys should be able to identify the correct, true stage of the disease or medical condition. This makes it esse...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Frencken JE,Giacaman RA,Leal SC

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify reasons behind a lower than expected participant recruitment rate within the FiCTION trial, a multi-centre paediatric primary dental care randomised controlled trial (RCT). SUBJECTS (MATERIALS) AND METHODS:An online survey, based on a previously published tool, consisting of both quantitative and...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Keightley A,Clarkson J,Maguire A,Speed C,Innes N

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oral cancer has a good prognosis when detected at an early stage yet half of patients diagnosed with oral cancer in the UK have advanced stage disease, for which prognosis is poor. Although most oral tumours are preceded by pre-malignant lesions, the asymptomatic nature of oral cancer, diagnostic delay, and the possib...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： McGurk M,Scott SE

更新日期：2010-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite less surgery, quality-of-life measurements were not superior in patients who received PET-CT-guided surveillance, compared with that group who received routine neck dissection. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

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更新日期：2016-05-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone is a specialised connective tissue that, together with cartilage, makes up the skeleton. These tissues serve three functions: (a) mechanical support and site of muscle attachment for locomotion; (b) protection for vital organs and bone marrow and (c) a metabolic reserve of ions for the entire organism, especially...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Meghji S

更新日期：1992-03-21 00:00:00

abstract：:The Wilfred Fish Lecture, an annual lecture by a speaker invited by the General Dental Council, took place on 15 October 2009 at the GDC's premises in London before an invited audience. The speaker, Rick Haythornthwaite, discussed risk in relation to regulators and how this might be managed in future as a result of ap...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Haythornthwaite R

更新日期：2010-01-23 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：: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：:An understanding of the mechanisms by which deep overbite trauma develops will allow interception at an early age of those cases most at risk. Measures may then be taken to prevent progression to the stage where treatment becomes difficult. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Wragg PF,Jenkins WM,Watson IB,Stirrups DR

更新日期：1990-05-05 00:00:00

abstract：:There has been growing interest in the use of virtual learning environments (VLEs) by universities over the past decade to supplement traditional teaching methods. In this study a tutorial providing information about the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), temporomandibular disorders and teaching of a thorough TMJ examinat...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Al-Riyami S,Moles DR,Leeson R,Cunningham SJ

更新日期：2010-12-11 00:00:00

abstract：:A novel calcium-based cement was launched in 2009 claiming to be a revolutionary material capable of offering a bioactive and biocompatible replacement for dentine. The calcium-based cement has been reported to encourage the repair and regeneration of lost dental tissue, preserve pulp vitality, promote pulp healing an...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Bachoo IK,Seymour D,Brunton P

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the therapeutic prescribing of antibiotics to patients presenting for emergency dental treatment. DESIGN:A prospective clinical study. METHOD:Information was collected via a questionnaire concerning the patient's reason for attendance and treatment undertaken at emergency dental clinics in North an...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Dailey YM,Martin MV

更新日期：2001-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Last year the Health Departments commissioned an independent 'scrutiny' of the organisation and management of the general dental service vocational training scheme. This was to prepare the ground for the introduction of a mandatory scheme. A report has been delivered and the interested parties are now considering the ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors：

更新日期：1992-02-22 00:00:00

abstract：:The behavioural science course for the undergraduate dental curriculum at Liverpool university Dental School is designed to be integrated into the basic science and clinical teaching. The course is taught by a clinical psychologist and social anthropologist. The course has an input to each of the 5 years of the studen...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Humphris GM,Ling M

更新日期：1995-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Aim Stories of dentists and their professional behaviours can be communicated around the world through news media. This may influence people's perceptions of dentistry and their trust in professionals. The aim of this study was to explore reports of dentists and their professional behaviours in newspaper media.Method ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Ellis M,Johnson I

更新日期：2020-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study investigated if the patient can have a role in reporting early peri-implant complications. DESIGN:An exploratory, single-centred study comparing patient's perceptions of implant success to the clinical success at an examination. SETTING, MATERIALS AND METHODS :Seventy-five patients were randomly ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Wright S,Archer C

更新日期：2015-06-12 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report describes a metastatic bronchogenic deposit involving the lower lip and the adjacent bone in the lower incisor region. The presenting symptoms were very similar to those of a dentoalveolar infection and extraction of the lower incisor teeth failed to provide any relief. Comparison of radiographs taken...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Seddon SV,Absi EG,Shepherd JP

更新日期：1993-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Modern dentistry demands continuous professional development. This paper reports part of a project to develop a lifelong learning tool known as a progress file for members of the dental team. AIM:To elucidate the views of dentists (as employers/managers) and dental therapists (as employees) on the potential...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Davenport ES,Fry H,Pee B,Woodman T

更新日期：2003-07-26 00:00:00

abstract：:The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in severe limitation and closure of dental practices in many countries. Outside of the acute (peak) phases of the disease, dentistry has begun to be practised again. However, there is emerging evidence that SARS-CoV-2 can be transmitted via airborne routes, carrying implications for dent...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Eden E,Frencken J,Gao S,Horst JA,Innes N

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tooth bleaching is an exciting treatment option for patients, which has many treatment options and considerations for the dentist. The purpose of this article is to answer questions in a Q&A fashion about different types of tooth bleaching and their applications to various clinical situations and patients' dental situ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Haywood VB,Sword RJ

更新日期：2017-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：:The difference between paediatric dentistry and most other branches of dentistry is that in the child the occlusion is changing. Consequently 'Good Occlusal Practice' in children is a matter of making the right clinical decisions for the future occlusion. The clinician needs to be able to predict the influence that di...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Davies SJ,Gray RJ,Mackie IC

更新日期：2001-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects an estimated 3 million people in the United Kingdom, and is most common among elderly smokers. Patients may present with recurrent coughing of mucoid secretions (chronic bronchitis) or breathlessness caused by destruction of the airways (emphysema). If possible, it ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Devlin J

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:For 42 years, the author perused and searched dental literature for the true origin of the mouthpiece. This manuscript is the culmination of that search: identifying the originator, reviewing the contributions of several pioneering dentists in mouthpiece creation, and interviewing two of many notable boxing participan...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Reed RV Jr

更新日期：1994-06-25 00:00:00

abstract：:This section of the series introduces the topic of WWW search engines and directory sites; showing you how to find information using a search engine and a directory. It also covers other ways of searching for information on the internet. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Downes PK

更新日期：1998-10-24 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To identify those patients most likely to fail to attend dental appointments. DESIGN:Retrospective analysis of the attendance pattern of patients. SETTING:A National Health Service practice in Kent. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:Dental records of 1000 patients. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES:Data (age, gender, plaque score, trea...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Reekie D,Devlin H,Worthington H

更新日期：1997-02-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Subdural empyema is a rare but serious complication of paranasal sinusitis which may result in death or permanent disability in a significant proportion of cases. A case is presented in which displacement of a premolar root in the maxillary sinus led to a subdural empyema and a resultant left-sided hemiplegia. This ca...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Woolley EJ,Patel M

更新日期：1997-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：:In orthodontic practice, many patients present with unerupted and impacted maxillary canine teeth. The clinical outcome is frequently compromised by a failure to diagnose the problem at the appropriate age. This article reviews the development of the maxillary canine, the assessment of normal and abnormal eruptive pat...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Ferguson JW

更新日期：1990-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Despite advances in evidence-based dental school educational programmes, the charge is sometimes made that dental students are 'no longer as good as they used to be'. Recent modifications have meant that dental education is now a 'life-long experience', of which dental school is the initial, albeit very im...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Lynch CD,Ash PJ,Chadwick BL,Herbert RA,Cowpe JG

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is much mystique surrounding the acquisition by a young practitioner of his or her first dental practice, arising largely from his fear of the unknown. In fact, provided that he or she obtains sound legal and commercial advice, he or she can purchase a dental practice almost exclusively out of borrowed capital. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Abrahams RM

更新日期：1991-04-20 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Before April 2006, English dentists were either working as an NHS general dental service (GDS) practitioner (fee-per-item, no local contractual obligations); an NHS personal dental service (PDS) practitioner (block contract with the primary care trust (PCT)); a private practitioner (either fee-per-item or ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Harris RV,Ashcroft A,Burnside G,Dancer JM,Smith D,Grieveson B

更新日期：2008-01-12 00:00:00