Continuing education: the 1998 Survey of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.

abstract：BACKGROUND:In 2002, the Centre for Rural and Remote Oral Health (CRROH) completed a rural oral health workforce survey which indicated that a high number of therapists, although registered, were not working as therapists. The aim of the present study was to develop a profile of the dental therapy workforce and analyse ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Kruger E,Smith K,Tennant M

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, we report a very unusual case of a patient with osteomyelitis of the condyle secondary to pericoronitis of an impacted third molar. The patient was treated by removal of the impacted third molar, opening of the drainage, combined with systemic application of antibiotics for two weeks. This treatment opt...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Wang R,Cai Y,Zhao YF,Zhao JH

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three series of standard tensile test specimens were produced using the nickel-base Ticonium Premium 100 alloy cast into a gypsum-bonded investment. For the first series an average weight metal ingot was used and cast at the temperature determined by the sensing head of the casting machine. For the second series a la...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Lewis AJ

更新日期：1976-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the increased popularity of contact sports and encouragement to participate at an early age, the role of the dental profession in relation to prevention of dental and other orofacial sporting injuries has become more important. Provision of professionally-fitted (custom) mouthguards for persons involved in contac...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Chapman PJ

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to investigate malondialdehyde (MDA), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and melatonin levels in the gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) of patients with chronic periodontitis (CP) and generalized aggressive periodontitis (GAgP) as biomarkers for oxidative stress. METHODS:The study comprised 6...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Ghallab NA,Hamdy E,Shaker OG

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to justify the time and expense involved in complex restorative treatment there is an expectation of a favourable result and long-term success. Longevity in fixed prosthodontics is not only dependent upon the precision and skill with which the work is carried out, but also to a large degree upon a proper asse...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Selby A

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to investigate the effect of silver and fluoride ions on demineralization of enamel. METHODS:The coronal parts of 40 extracted sound premolars were prepared into tooth blocks. An unvarnished occlusal surface window (OW) and a flat buccal/lingual surface window (FW) were created for each too...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Liu BY,Lo EC,Li CM

更新日期：2012-03-01 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:The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of shade selection using a spectrophotometer with a conventional method using a shade guide for 'trained' and 'untrained' students. METHODS:The 'trained' group were given a presentation and training exercise on colour science and shade selection and the 'unt...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Alshiddi IF,Richards LC

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A recent study investigated attitudes of selected Australian and British dental academics to aspects of educational management. This paper reviews that study and comments upon significant differences which were detected between the national samples. Analysis was by sub-programme CROSSTABS of the Statistical Package fo...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： McMaugh DR

更新日期：1982-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The patient in this report is a young boy with hypohydrotic ectodermal dysplasia. His case is exceptional in that anodontia was complete in both deciduous and permanent dentitions. A brief review of this condition is presented along with the prosthetic management of the case which emphasizes the need for regular modif...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Shaw RM

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A sample of 422 students at the Australian National University was examined in 1972. Results for the 302 full-time student sample were considered significant and are presented in this report. The students were found to have a relatively low (for Australia) DMFT of 13.8, Oral Hygiene Index of 0.9 and Periodontal Index ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Barnard PD,Boyles JR

更新日期：1976-08-01 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：:Dental biomaterials are widely used in all areas of routine dental practice. There are mainly two methods for their application. Firstly, dental biomaterials are placed into living tissues, such as teeth, to fill the space. Secondly, dental devices such as crown and bridge restorations and dentures are fabricated usin...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Miyazaki T,Hotta Y

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The radiopacity of 33 commercially available composite materials was measured in terms of their equivalent thickness of an aluminum alloy per unit thickness of material. The theoretical significance of this definition was discussed. The radiopacities were found to vary by more than an order of magnitude. Although near...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Cook WD

更新日期：1981-04-01 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：:A survey of 1,658 homebound and institutionalized persons suggested that about 7,000 chronically ill South Australians may need dental care and that such treatment is currently unavailable to the great majority of them. ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Vowles NJ,Watson BI,Dahl BJ

更新日期：1979-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study of 4,278 country and city kindergarten children living in South Australia showed 63 and 59 per cent received fluoride tablets at some time and 17 per cent received daily doses. Lower dmf scores were found in those taking fluoride tablets but of decreasing value in the older children. Where no fluoride was take...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Fanning EA,Cellier KM,Leadbeater MM,Somerville CM

更新日期：1975-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The response of the periodontal ligament to orthodontic extrusion of the incisor of a beagle was examined with light microscope and scanning electron microscope techniques. The ligament morphology was slightly altered by the procedure but was essentially normal. Teeth that were extruded and retained for 12 weeks exhib...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Weekes WT,Wong PD

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The benefit of a public sector sealant programme for children in Australia is yet to be established. This study evaluated sealants placed by therapists of the School Dental Service in Victoria, between 1989 and 1994, on permanent teeth of children in 15 primary schools in Melbourne. Seven hundred and seventy four chil...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Messer LB,Calache H,Morgan MV

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A survey of over 2,000 second year high school students at 13 South Australian schools indicated that those who had received school dental care at primary school had fewer carious teeth and, in some respects, better oral hygiene habits. Whilst they were better informed on dental subjects than were control students, fe...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Roder DM

更新日期：1976-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past decade, the utility of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images in oral and maxillofacial surgery has seen continuous increase. However, CBCT images are not always able to replace other imaging modalities. Based on the current published knowledge, this paper discusses advantages and limitations of CBCT ...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Ahmad M,Jenny J,Downie M

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) has been used in a variety of surgical and non-surgical endodontic applications. The aim of this study was to evaluate the gene expression and protein production of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6, as well as the gene expression of RANKL and OPG using both commercial and experimental M...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Pereda GO,Fudinaga AC,Beltrán HS,Peroni LA,Stach-Machado D

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to clinically examine the efficacy of tunnel preparations in primary molars restored with glass-ionomer cement during a 36-month observation period. METHODS:A total of 233 tunnel restorations were placed in primary molars of 203 patients aged 6-10 years. Restorations were evalu...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Markovic D,Peric T

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper presents some information, derived by questionnaire, on the social characteristics and background of 1148 first-year dental students at the University of Sydney for the years 1976-1985. Student entry age was 19.4 years; 27 per cent were female; 36 per cent of fathers and 24 per cent of mothers were professi...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Sivaneswaran S,Barnard PD

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Social determinants of oral health are complex and have been described by conceptual frameworks. A widely embraced model of children's oral health was published by Fisher-Owens et al. (2007), identifying theoretical constructs influencing oral health. The current study aimed to investigate community-level co...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Stormon N,Ford PJ,Lalloo R

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The young dental graduate expects to deliver a certain standard of health care to the community. It is likely that both the standard of care required by the Australian people and the proportion of the population seeking treatment will increase in the coming decades. The dental profession has a responsibility to meet t...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Hume WR

更新日期：1978-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article is a review of the recent literature pertaining to the oral sequelae of eating disorders (EDs). Dentists are recognized as being some of the first health care professionals to whom a previously undiagnosed eating disorder patient (EDP) may present. However, despite the prevalence (up to 4 per cent) of suc...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Frydrych AM,Davies GR,McDermott BM

更新日期：2005-03-01 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:A Caries Management Clinic was established for patients at high risk of caries aiming to reduce caries incidence to close to zero. That is, to prevent new lesions on existing sound surfaces, along the susceptible restoration margins, and to remineralize existing cavitated and non-cavitated lesions. Twenty pa...

journal_title：Australian dental journal

authors： Sbaraini A,Evans RW

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00