Screening for temporomandibular disorders in dental practice.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Continuing education (CE) is an essential professional activity. In the last decade, CE has been actively pursued by the medical profession in Australia and abroad. However, the uptake of CE in dentistry has been much slower and there is minimal Australian data on dental CE. METHODS:To determine the level o...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Sambrook P,Thomson D,Bastiaan R,Goss A

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The original design of a semi-precision extra-coronal attachment for partial dentures is illustrated, and its fabrication in a cast non-precious bondable alloy is described. A step-by-step method is also described of bonding multiple attachments in parallel for the retention and support of removable partial dentures. ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Murray MD

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A poor appreciation of the role of surgery in the management of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) may result in some patients being denied access to appropriate care. While surgery is often considered as an option of last resort, there are instances where surgery is the definitive and sometimes the only treatment opti...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Dimitroulis G

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to assess the influence of externally applied 'command set' methods on the microleakage of several glass ionomer cements (GICs). METHODS:Four different restorative GICs were cured using three different methods: standard curing (SC), ultrasonic excitation (UC) and by an external hea...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Gorseta K,Glavina D,Skrinjaric I

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study measured the fluoride content in a range of still bottled waters available in Australia. Increasing decay rates in children have prompted speculation that bottled water consumption may be impacting on dental caries rates. International studies have demonstrated that the fluoride levels in bottled ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Mills K,Falconer S,Cook C

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The F concentrations in plaque and in underlying enamel were determined in a sample of 99 schoolchildren aged 8.4 years (S.D. = 0.37), comprising four groups, exposed life-long to contrasting concentrations of F in the water (range less than or equal to 0.12 ppm to 2.8 ppm) and to supplements of 350 mg F/kg domestic s...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Schamschula RG,Sugár E,Un PS,Agus HM,Tóth K

更新日期：1982-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Injections of local anaesthetic to the palate are well known to be poorly tolerated. The absolute requirement of a palatal injection for the removal of maxillary third molars has never been investigated. The aim of this study was to document the current practice of palatal anaesthesia for extraction of these...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Badcock ME,McCullough MJ

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two sizes of tensile test specimens were produced, the smaller of them by several techniques each incorporating a particular casting variable. All castings were subsequently subjected to radiographic evaluation and mechanical testing. An attempt has been made to relate the application of each variable to the degree of...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Lewis AJ

更新日期：1978-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Some cardiac conditions require antibiotic prophylaxis for some types of dental treatment to reduce the risk of infective endocarditis (IE). All medical and dental practitioners are familiar with this practice but tend to use different regimens in apparently similar circumstances. Generally, the trend has been to pres...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Singh J,Straznicky I,Avent M,Goss AN

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is limited literature regarding dental prescribing preferences for medicines other than antibiotics. This study aimed to describe the prescribing trends of dispensed prescription medicines by dentists in Australia from 2013 and 2016 and assess adherence to current guidelines. METHODS:Data were accesse...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Teoh L,Stewart K,Marino RJ,McCullough MJ

更新日期：2018-04-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psychosomatic factors and their association with dermatological disorders are well recognized, yet their importance in oral lichen planus (OLP) is still debated. This study was done to determine the importance of psychosocial stressors in patients with OLP. METHODS:An analytical age-sex matched double contr...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Chaudhary S

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is predicted that more Australians will retain their natural dentitions into old age and their dental needs will have to be met with a wide range of dental services by dentists acting with understanding, kindness, and sympathy. The empathy to do so requires experience of appropriate delivery systems in the environm...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Homan BT

更新日期：1982-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The dimension and direction of net migration of dentists in relation to Australia have been documented, the possible determinants and consequences discussed, and need for regulatory action considered. A new inflow of dentists has existed over the period of 1967 to 1980, with a marked increase after 1974. Determinants ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Spencer AJ

更新日期：1982-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The necessary improvement of the bonding of denture teeth to the base resin has been hampered by inconsistent results and the consequent lack of clear guidance as to the best procedure to use. This state of affairs is in part due to poor experimental design. The tensile strength of notched planar interfaces between ac...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Chung RW,Clark RK,Darvell BW

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perceived barriers in the treatment of dental trauma may influence the optimum management of dental trauma. Any hesitation that dentists might have in managing dental trauma is important to investigate. The aim of this study was to investigate dentists' perceptions of barriers to providing care of dental tra...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Yeng T,Parashos P

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dental implants have been a routine part of dental practice for many years and are performed by a variety of practitioners with different backgrounds and training. This paper will outline the principles and practical surgical aspects of 'simple' implant placement against a background of our current understanding of th...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Ruljancich K

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Glass ionomer (polyalkenoate) cements have proved to be superior to zinc phosphate cements as orthodontic luting agents. Setting behaviours at different temperatures were recorded by an oscillating rheometer under controlled conditions. The working time of these cements can be increased by mixing on a chilled glass sl...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Fricker J,Hirota K,Tamiya Y

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Previous work has shown that variations exist amongst general dental practitioners in the volume and type of orthodontic services provided, the type of orthodontic appliances used, and the objectives of the orthodontic treatment. The aims of this survey were to identify practitioner characteristics that account for va...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Lawrence AJ,Wright FA,D'Adamo SP

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies by the authors have looked at the nature of the fissure system of human permanent molars and premolars, and has provided evidence for the presence of a prismless layer of enamel. It was noted during these studies that the fissure spaces were often occupied by material other than the fissure ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Burrow JF,Burrow MF,Makinson OF

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Calcium hydroxide is a common endodontic medicament and has an antimicrobial effect by increasing the localized pH within the root canal. However, Enterococcus faecalis has shown some resistance to calcium hydroxide. METHODS:A flow cell apparatus was used to grow an E. faecalis biofilm on dentine discs. Fol...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Stenhouse M,Zilm P,Ratnayake J,Cathro P

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The conversion of calcium sulphate hemihydrate powders to dihydrate by reaction with atmospheric water vapour has been re-examined gravimetrically. Storage is usually said to be safe at less than '70 per cent RH', but this is shown to be an inadequate criterion (water vapour pressure being more useful in the context) ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Torrance A,Darvell BW

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Service-mix can reflect changes in demographic factors, oral health, patient demand and treatment philosophies. The aim of this study was to compare service-mix by patient age in 1988 with baseline data from 1983. A weighted, stratified random sample of dentists in Australia was surveyed by mailed questionnaire in 198...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Spencer AJ,Szuster FS,Brennan DS

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The current retrospective cross-sectional study investigated 5-18-year treatment outcomes in subjects who did not complete a recommended course of periodontal therapy. METHODS:Sixty-five subjects who voluntarily discontinued therapy were recalled. The subjects' demographic data and dental history since disc...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Goh V,Hackmack PP,Corbet EF,Leung WK

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dental patients are often aware that radiation has the potential to harm them but they do not usually understand how or why and what potential harmful effects may arise from dental radiographs. The potential for undesirable effects must be balanced against the benefits obtained from radiographs. Dentists should addres...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Abbott P

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cleaning of endodontic and all dental instruments prior to sterilization is a prerequisite for their processing for re-use. This study aimed to develop a clinically practical cleaning protocol for rotary nickel-titanium (NiTi) endodontic files prior to sterilization. METHODS:Cleaning experiments were co...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Parashos P,Linsuwanont P,Messer HH

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Titanium is generally considered a safe metal to use in implantation but some studies have suggested that particulate titanium may cause health problems either at the site overlying the implant or in distant organs, particularly after frictional wear of a medical prosthesis. It was the purpose of this invest...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Frisken KW,Dandie GW,Lugowski S,Jordan G

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to evaluate the preventive effect in vitro of experimental gel containing iron and/or fluoride on the erosion of bovine enamel. METHODS:To standardize the blocks (n = 80), specimens (4 x 4 mm) were previously selected to measure the initial microhardness. The blocks were randomly a...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Bueno MG,Marsicano JA,Sales-Peres SH

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Periodontal treatment may be a useful adjunct to medical management of diabetes; however, oral health has not been integrated into multidisciplinary diabetes care in Australia. This study aimed to understand the needs of patients and staff at a diabetes clinic to inform a prototype of integrated dental and d...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： McGowan K,Phillips T,Gielis E,Dover T,Mitchell G,Mutch A,Sexton C,Sowa PM,Ivanovski S

更新日期：2020-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Dentists are a potentially valuable source of community education about the health effects surrounding tobacco use. The aims of this study were to provide Australian data on dentists' current practice regarding discussing smoking with patients, dentists' perceptions of the barriers to discussing smoking with patients ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Clover K,Hazell T,Stanbridge V,Sanson-Fisher R

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of all-in-one resin-based adhesives in clinical practice has continued to increase. The aim of this study was to evaluate retention and marginal staining of a HEMA-free all-in-one adhesive Go! (SDI, Australia) and Ice resin composite in non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs). METHODS:Forty-one restora...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Burrow MF

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00