The strange tale of Martin van Butchell.

abstract：:Aim To identify distinct characteristics of unexplained orofacial pain that could be used by dental practitioners in making an early diagnosis.Methods Subjects reporting orofacial pain in a postal questionnaire-based cross-sectional survey were invited for clinical examination. The interviewer was blinded to the quest...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Aggarwal VR,McBeth J,Zakrzewska JM,Macfarlane GJ

更新日期：2008-08-09 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the introduction of nightguard vital bleaching (tray bleaching) in 1989, dentistry has witnessed an astronomical rise in the interest in tooth whitening.(1) As a result, the most frequently asked question is, 'what bleaching technique works best?' Virtually all of today's whitening approaches work, because bleac...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Heymann HO

更新日期：2005-04-23 00:00:00

abstract：:An introduction to the practical application of acupuncture in dentistry is presented in the light of current research. It is concluded that acupuncture could supplement conventional treatment modalities. Its value in the treatment of temporomandibular dysfunction syndrome and facial pain has been well documented and ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Rosted P

更新日期：2000-08-12 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：:Bleaching has changed the way the world looks at teeth, with lighter teeth becoming the norm due to the ease and simplicity of tray bleaching. The resultant lighter teeth have changed prosthodontics in that there is less need for some types of restoration, less aggressive preparation design, as well as new techniques ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Haywood VB,Al Farawati F

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews and discusses the difficulties posed by the application of epidemiological indices for the measurement of dental erosion. It covers several aspects of index design. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Milosevic A

更新日期：2011-09-09 00:00:00

abstract：:A theoretical model was proposed and tested to evaluate some of the factors involved in patients' decisions to undergo extensive restorative dental treatment. This model incorporates aspects of the environment within which the decision occurred (the patient/provider relationship, social influence and the role of cues ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Oates AJ,Fitzgerald M,Alexander G

更新日期：1995-07-08 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate current GDP oral surgery referral patterns given the anticipated change since the introduction by the General Dental Council of the specialty of surgical dentistry. DESIGN:Postal questionnaire. SETTING:400 GDPs in Greater Manchester. RESULTS:84% participation rate. 69% of dentists made a ref...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Coulthard P,Kazakou I,Koron R,Worthington HV

更新日期：2000-02-12 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：:This paper reviews recent advances and current trends in dental radiology. Developments in the design of dental x-ray equipment which improve both radiation hygiene and image quality are described. Also discussed are new features which broaden the scope of intra-oral and panoramic radiological diagnosis in the general...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Whaites E,Brown J

更新日期：1998-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：:There are international grumbles from those perturbed by an impending identity crisis within oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS). This unrest is further compounded by scattered suggestions that a name change may prove beneficial in raising the profile of OMFS. The purpose of this paper is to consider novel methods o...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： van Gijn DR

更新日期：2011-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical and histological findings in two adult caucasians with focal epithelial hyperplasia (Heck's disease) are described. The literature concerning this rare condition is reviewed. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Lamey PJ,Lewis MA,Rennie JS,Beattie AD

更新日期：1990-03-24 00:00:00

abstract：Objective:To evaluate the quality of the care pathway for adult patients being referred to the East Lancashire Blackburn with Darwen Oral Surgery Service using the referral management system between 2013 and 2014. Results:In the 2013–14 financial year, of the 5,285 referrals that were made to the Oral Surgery Service,...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Chiu G,Catleugh M

更新日期：2019-02-08 00:00:00

abstract：:In Southern Arabia and Eastern Africa, qat chewing is a widely practised socio-cultural habit. It consists of placing the green-leaved plant into the mucobuccal fold and chewing it for several hours, with subsequent release of psychoactive agents. Qat chewing is often accompanied by smoking tobacco. The reported preva...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： El-Wajeh YA,Thornhill MH

更新日期：2009-01-10 00:00:00

abstract：:Feasibility study: Assessing the efficacy and social acceptability of using dental hygienist-therapists as front-line clinicians. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors：

更新日期：2016-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：:Dental standards play a vital and important role in society by contributing to the quality and safety levels of products used in dental treatments by dental professionals as well as the hygiene products used by the general public. Few members of the public or indeed many dentists fully appreciate the contribution made...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Jones DW

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:As an alternative to general anaesthesia for dentistry.attention has been focused on other, apparently safer, methods of pain and anxiety control. We have undertaken a study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of intravenous sedation using propofol target-controlled infusions. DESIGN:We describe a retrospect...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Blayney MR,Ryan JD,Malins AF

更新日期：2003-04-26 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Dental access centres (DACs) were introduced in England at the turn of the twenty-first century in response to a growing problem of access to NHS dental services. DACs were expected to offer NHS dental care primarily to those patients that were unwilling or unable to attend 'high street' dental practice. A...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Milsom KM,Jones C,Kearney-Mitchell P,Tickle M

更新日期：2009-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate whether digital images obtained by a digital camera are deficient compared to the original radiographs. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Twenty pairs of bitewing radiographs of children and 40 anterior periapical radiographs were photographed using a digital camera. Images were saved as JPEG files and loaded o...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Peretz B,Kaffe I,Amir E

更新日期：2009-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：:This report describes an unusual case of blanching of the facial and palatal soft tissues following the administration of an inferior dental block injection. Possible anatomical explanations for the clinical observations are discussed. ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Heasman PA,Reid G

更新日期：1995-08-05 00:00:00

abstract：:In August 1995, the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield is to launch a new training programme for junior hospital dentists. It comprises a combined SHO post and Masters degree course over 2 years. This article outlines and explains how the Sheffield scheme has been designed to embrace recent developments in ...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Franklin CD

更新日期：1995-05-06 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:General referral letters to any hospital specialty are universally poor. These letters are the main source of information regarding the clinical problem and shortfalls can compromise the management of the patient. METHOD:One hundred retrospective randomly selected oral surgery referral letters in the form...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Shaffie N,Cheng L

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are many varying factors which impact on the behaviour of reluctant patients and the understanding of theoretical behavioural models can help to understand some of the key issues. This paper considers such models and the effective use of marketing communications in helping to change behaviour. The paper conclude...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Ashford R,Blinkhorn AS

更新日期：1999-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To ascertain general dental practitioners' views on the use of stainless steel (pre-formed metal) crowns to restore carious primary molars. METHOD:Ninety-three general dental practitioners were selected at random from those practising in Lancashire, Cheshire and Greater Manchester in 2003 and interviewed separatel...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Threlfall AG,Pilkington L,Milsom KM,Blinkhorn AS,Tickle M

更新日期：2005-10-08 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：OBJECTIVE:To derive an estimate of encounters with halitosis and to assess the impact of halitosis on their psychosocial interactions with halitosis patients. METHODS:Participants were 1,006 members of an online panel, being representative of the population of the Netherlands with regard to gender, age, family situati...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： de Jongh A,van Wijk AJ,Horstman M,de Baat C

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Examinations for overseas-trained dentists are enforced to qualify for registration to perform dental practices in some countries. Feedback on the examinations in Australia and the UK is presented as formative and summative evaluations from a participant and practitioner's perspective. The formats of both examinations...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Song Y

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the first paper of a series exploring quality in primary dental care a definition for quality in dentistry is sought. There is a little agreement in academic literature as to what quality really means in primary dental care and without a true understanding it is difficult to measure and improve quality in a systema...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Campbell S,Tickle M

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is evidence, although limited, for beneficial effects of bisphophonates (BPs) across multiple dental specialties. Within implant dentistry BP coatings have been shown to significantly increase pull out forces and bone density in animal models, and significantly increase implant stability whilst reducing marginal...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Shah NP,Nayee S,Pazianas M,Sproat C

更新日期：2017-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess inequalities in the availability of NHS dental services between Health Boards in Scotland. STUDY DESIGN:Postal questionnaire survey of all dentists (n = 2,852) registered with the General Dental Council at an address in Scotland. METHODS:Data obtained on NHS working hours were used to model dentis...

journal_title：British dental journal

authors： Newton JT,Williams AC,Bower EJ

更新日期：2008-02-09 00:00:00