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Evaluation Of Remaining Dentin Thickness After Manual And Rotary Instrumentation In Primary Molars Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography. (An In-Vitro Study), Nada Ashraf Eldemery, Osama Elshehawy, Rania Abdulla Nasr, Mahmoud Mohammed Badr

Future Dental Journal

Aim: To compare the radicular dentin thickness before and after instrumentation by manual stainless-steel (K-files) versus rotary files (AF™ Baby File) at coronal, middle, and apical thirds using Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT).

Materials and Methods: Forty roots of extracted mandibular primary molars were collected, and randomly and equally divided into 2 groups. Manual Group was prepared by K-files, and Rotary Group was prepared by rotary AF™ Baby File system. Samples were decapitated and stabilized in epoxy resin blocks. Samples were subjected to CBCT scan before and after instrumentation for radicular dentin thickness evaluation at 3 measuring points; apical, …

An Overlooked Epidemic: Pediatric Oral Health Concerns On The Rise In Rural Communities, Emma Verbrugge

Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)

Pediatric oral health is a concern for many dentists and parents as they lay the foundation for long-term proper hygiene in children. Early childhood caries (ECC) is a disease of chronic tooth decay marked as the most common chronic disease of childhood in the world. Children living in rural areas are even more susceptible to this disease and thus significant attention is needed to curve these numbers. The consequences of ECC are much more than just cosmetic, but include heightened risk of gingivitis, periodontal disease, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and much more. A foundational cause of poor dental hygiene lies with …

10-Minute Ebd: Is Fluoride Varnish Safe And Effective?, Sara Toema Bds, Dds

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This 10-Minute EBD column addresses a common clinical scenario where a parent questions the safety and efficacy of fluoride varnish for preventing dental decay in a pediatric patient. Conducting a 10-minute Evidence-Based Dentistry (EBD) literature search, the author explores the available evidence, pathways, and resources. The search includes Google, systematic reviews from Cochrane Library and Epistemonikos, and the American Dental Association (ADA) Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry database. The results confirm the safety and efficacy of 2.26% fluoride varnish, preventing 43% of caries in permanent teeth and 37% in primary teeth. The moderate-level evidence supports recommending fluoride varnish application, aligning with …

The Effects Of Celiac Disease On Oral Health In Children And Adults, Marissa Balducci, Katarina Jones

Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship

Objectives: Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by intolerance to dietary gluten in genetically predisposed subjects. To ensure affected patients receive optimal dental care, it is necessary for dental professionals to recognize the oral manifestations of celiac disease in both children and adults. Upon associating oral conditions with celiac disease, the dental provider should be able to present recommendations to the patient, contributing to an improvement in their oral health.

Methods: This review of the literature used PubMed to identify relevant professional research articles with publication after 2017. MesH terms utilized in the search process were …

Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste On Caries Prevention In Children, Samantha Richardson, Kelly Vaughan

Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship

Are Hydroxyapatite Toothpastes The Answer To Fluoride Free Patients?

Richardson, Samantha 1 and Vaughan, Kelly 2

Dental Hygiene Program, Virginia Commonwealth University

Abstract:

Objectives/Aims: With the rising trend to become more clean with our ingredient lists, we are facing more patients refusing fluoride treatments and fluoridated toothpastes. This trend has been prevalent in our younger generations due to parents only wanting the purest natural ingredients for their children and now declining fluoride application. The goal of this literature is to find a safe alternative toothpaste that will be just as effective as fluoride.

Methods: This review of literature has been …

National Children's Dental Health Month Activity Book (2022), American Dental Association Foundation

National Children's Dental Health Month

No abstract provided.

Libro De Actividades Por El Mes Nacional De La Salud Dental Infantil [Spanish Language Version: National Children's Dental Health Month Activity Book] (2022), American Dental Association Foundation

National Children's Dental Health Month

No abstract provided.

Cartel Del Mes Nacional De La Salud Dental Infantil "Tiene Sentido Aplicar Selladores." [Spanish Language Version: Sealants Make Sense.] (2022), American Dental Association Foundation

National Children's Dental Health Month

No abstract provided.

National Children’S Dental Health Month - Program Planning Guide (2022), American Dental Association Foundation

National Children's Dental Health Month

No abstract provided.

National Children’S Dental Health Month - Creating Your Own Press Release (2022), American Dental Association Foundation

National Children's Dental Health Month

No abstract provided.

National Children's Dental Health Month Poster "Sealants Make Sense." (2022), American Dental Association Foundation

National Children's Dental Health Month

No abstract provided.

Disparities In Caregiver-Reported Dental Cavities And Toothaches Among Children In The Special Supplemental Nutrition For Women, Infants, And Children (Wic) Program, Denise M. Claiborne, Chun Chen, Qi Zhang

Dental Hygiene Faculty Publications

Purpose: Dental caries is prevalent among low-income and minority children despite oral health promotion programs. The purpose of this study was to examine disparities associated with caregiver-reported cavities and toothaches among children in the United States aged 2-4 years by their eligibility for and participation in the Special Supplemental Nutrition for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program.

Methods: A secondary data analysis was performed using the 2016 National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH) data on children aged 2-4 years (n=7,719) with complete WIC participation information. Three groups were formed based on WIC eligibility and participation status: WIC participants, income-eligible non-participants, …

Threshold Levels Of Patient And Parent Esthetic Concern In The Mixed Dentition, Justin Josell

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The mixed dentition is a period of unique dental changes for developing children and their parents. The purpose of this study is to determine threshold levels of concern regarding diastema spacing and angulation of maxillary incisors during the “Ugly Duckling Stage” in pediatric patients and their parents.

Methods: This study is modeled as a cross sectional-survey among pediatric patients and parents. The surveys contain photographs of a sex-neutral, mixed-dentition smile with variations of midline spacing and incisal angulation which randomly differ in quantifiable values. Participants were asked to rate each photograph on a visual analog scale.

Results: The interaction …

ผลการยับยั้งการสูญเสียแร่ธาตุและการคืนกลับแร่ธาตุในชั้นเคลือบฟันของวัสดุกลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ที่มีและไม่มีเคซีนฟอสโฟเปปไทด์-อะมอร์ฟัสแคลเซียมฟอสเฟต: การศึกษาในห้องปฏิบัติการ, ธนภรณ์ ลิมปอารยะกุล

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

จุดประสงค์: เพื่อศึกษาผลของวัสดุกลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ชนิดดั้งเดิมและชนิดที่มีสารซีพีพี-เอซีพีต่อความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคของรอยผุระยะเริ่มต้นในชั้นเคลือบฟันใต้วัสดุและผิวเคลือบฟันปกติที่ติดกับวัสดุ วิธีการวิจัย: นำชิ้นฟันจากด้านประชิดของฟันกรามน้อย 30 ชิ้นมาฝังในฐานอะคริลิคและสร้างรอยผุจำลอง แบ่งเป็น 3 กลุ่มเพื่อทาวัสดุทดลองบนรอยผุระยะเริ่มต้น ได้แก่ กลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ชนิดดั้งเดิม, ชนิดที่มีสารซีพีพี-เอซีพี และกลุ่มควบคุมที่ไม่ทาวัสดุ นำไปจำลองความสัมพันธ์ด้านประชิดและจำลองการเปลี่ยนแปลงสภาวะความเป็นกรดด่างเป็นเวลา 7 วัน โดยทุกกลุ่มได้รับการสัมผัสสารละลายยาสีฟันฟลูออไรด์ วัดความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคด้วยหัวกดชนิดนูป โดยวัดความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคเบื้องต้น หลังสร้างรอยผุจำลอง และหลังผ่านการจำลองสภาวะความเป็นกรดด่าง ผลการศึกษา: เมื่อวิเคราะห์ข้อมูลโดยใช้สถิติ one-way ANOVA ตามด้วย Tukey’s Test พบว่าค่าร้อยละการคืนกลับความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคของรอยผุจำลองใต้วัสดุกลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ชนิดดั้งเดิมและชนิดที่มีสารซีพีพี-เอซีพีไม่แตกต่างกันอย่างมีนัยสำคัญทางสถิติ (p > 0.05) แต่กลุ่ม กลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ทั้ง 2 ชนิดแตกต่างกับกลุ่มควบคุมอย่างมีนัยสำคัญ (p < 0.05) โดยรอยผุใต้วัสดุ กลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ทั้ง 2 ชนิดมีค่าความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคเพิ่มขึ้น ในขณะที่กลุ่มควบคุมที่ไม่ได้ทาวัสดุพบว่ารอยผุมีค่าความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคลดลง ส่วนผิวเคลือบฟันปกติที่ติดกับวัสดุทั้ง 3 กลุ่มมีค่าความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาคลดลงอย่างมีนัยสำคัญ แต่ทั้ง 3 กลุ่มมีค่าร้อยละการเปลี่ยนแปลงความแข็งผิวระดับจุลภาค ไม่แตกต่างกันอย่างมีนัยสำคัญ (p > 0.05) สรุป: ในสภาวะจำลองด้านประชิดร่วมกับการจำลองสภาวะความเป็นกรดด่างที่ใช้ในการศึกษานี้ พบว่าการทาวัสดุกลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ชนิดดั้งเดิมและชนิดที่มีสารซีพีพี-เอซีพีที่รอยผุระยะเริ่มต้นช่วยให้เกิดการคืนกลับแร่ธาตุได้ไม่แตกต่างกัน แต่วัสดุกลาสไอโอโนเมอร์ซีเมนต์ทั้ง 2 ชนิด ไม่ช่วยยับยั้งการสูญเสียแร่ธาตุของผิวเคลือบฟันปกติข้างวัสดุ

Oral Health Literacy Inventories For Caregivers Of Preschool-Aged Children: A Systematic Review, Melissa L. Sullivan, Denise M. Claiborne, Deanne Shuman

Dental Hygiene Faculty Publications

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review was to describe the oral health literacy (OHL) inventories that have been used among caregivers of preschool-aged children.

Methods: Four databases were searched (CINAHL, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Dentistry & Oral Sciences Source, PubMed), to identify peer-reviewed, full-text studies published in English on the oral health literacy among caregivers of preschool-aged children from 2010-2021. All studies were assessed for eligibility using PRISMA guidelines. Inclusion criteria were experimental, non-experimental, or mixed methods peer-reviewed studies, conducted in the United States. Eligible studies were independently evaluated using the Effective Public Health Practice Project's Quality Assessment …

Parental Attitudes Regarding The Primary Dentition, Dental Decay, And Trauma, Kathryn Dundervill

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the ability of parents in the VCU Pediatric Dental Clinic to recognize signs of decay and trauma and to determine their knowledge regarding the primary dentition.

Methods: This is a cross-sectional study that determined parental attitude and knowledge toward the function of primary teeth, childhood dental decay and dental trauma. Study data was collected through REDCap, a secure web-based survey application. Parents who brought their child to the VCU Pediatric Dental Clinic for a new patient examination or a recall examination were included in the study. The survey was only formatted …

Psychosocial Factors Of Covid-19 Impact Oral Health, Neeru Ramaswami Bds, Ms, Mph

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

The impact of psychosocial factors on oral health during the COVID-19 pandemic necessitates an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. This article, part of National Children’s Dental Health Month, focuses on adolescent oral health and eating disorders, authored by experts from the University of Michigan. With a dramatic increase in eating disorders among Michigan adolescents during the pandemic, especially affecting transgender and diverse youth, identifying such issues is crucial. General dentists, in an ideal position for interaction, can play a vital role in addressing these challenges, emphasizing the need for continued education and collaboration.

J Mich Dent Assoc January 2022

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Monthly, The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and feature articles to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists! In this January 2022 issue, the reader will find the following original content:

• A cover feature, “Eating Disorders in Adolescents: Facts and Recommendations for the Oral Health Team”
• An introduction to the Pediatric Health Series, “Psychosocial Factors of COVID-19 Impact Oral Health”
• A DEI Feature, “Inclusion of the Mobility Impaired in Our Community”
• A 10-Minute EBD, “Factors Impacting Gingival Margin Position Following Esthetic Crown Lengthening”
• News you need, an …

Eating Disorders In Adolescents: Facts And Recommendations For The Oral Health Care Team, Catherine A. Miller Md, James R. Boynton Dds, Ms, Terrill Bravender Md, Mph

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Eating disorders typically begin during the adolescent years. These disorders are a spectrum of thoughts and behaviors related to food, weight and exercise that lead to significant psychological and physical morbidity. Medical complications of eating disorders are common and can be life-threatening. Dental providers can play an important role in care by recognizing oral signs and symptoms associated with eating disorders, giving advice on mitigating these issues, and helping patients and families connect with appropriate care. In this article, we provide key information about eating disorders, the complications including oral health issues, and advice for dental providers regarding care and …

Effect Of Moderate Sedation Regimen (Diazepam, Meperidine, And Hydroxyzine) Dosages On Patient Behavior And Outcome Of Sedation In Pediatric Dentistry: A Retrospective Study, Taibah M A M J Albaker

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: To determine if behavior at consult visit and sedation medication dosages are associated with the success of sedation visits and patient’s behavior using the diazepam, meperidine, and hydroxyzine (DMH) regimen.

Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted of 324 VCU Pediatric Dentistry Department patients who underwent 404 moderate conscious sedation visits with DMH regimen from April 2017 to June 2022. Sedation visits were graded as “Successful” or “Unsuccessful” and “Good” or “Poor behavior.” The primary variables of interest included Frankl behavior at consult visit and the sedation medication dosages. Logistic regression models were used to determine if these factors …

Use Of A Simulated-Virtual Training Module To Improve Dental Hygiene Students' Self-Reported Knowledge, Attitudes, And Confidence In Providing Care To Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Pilot Study, Kimberly F. Cenzon, Ann M. Bruhn, Denise M. Claiborne, Jonna L. Bobzien

Dental Hygiene Faculty Publications

Purpose: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder affecting an individual's ability to communicate, interact, behave, and learn. The purpose of this study was to determine knowledge, attitudes, and confidence of dental hygiene students in providing care to children with ASD as a mechanism for evaluating dental hygiene curricula for patients with special needs.

Methods: A simulated-virtual training (SVT) intervention was developed as an interactive approach for educating dental hygiene students on providing care to a child patient with ASD. The SVT intervention consisted of a scenario in which the clinician "interacted" with a child with ASD who was …

The Effect Of Nano-Silver Fluoride In Remineralization On Artificial Dentine Caries: An In Vitro Study, Peeraya Punpeng

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The aim of this in vitro study was to compare the remineralization efficiency among Nano-silver fluoride 400 ppm (NSF400), 38% Silver diamine fluoride (38% SDF) and 5% Sodium fluoride (5% NaF) on artificial dentine caries in permanent molar or premolar teeth. The teeth were sectioned to obtain 120 specimens (3 x 3 x 2 mm3). After artificial caries were created, the lesion depth (LD) was measured using Micro-computed tomography (Micro-CT) (n=15 specimens/group), and the surface microhardness (SMH) was measured using a Knoop microhardness tester (n=15 specimens/group). Subsequently, all specimens were randomly assigned to four groups: Group 1) NSF400, Group 2) …

Use Of Passive Immobilization During Oral Conscious Sedation: Parental Perceptions And Utilization By Pediatric Dentists In The United States, Jennifer N. Levine

Theses and Dissertations

Use of Passive Immobilization During Oral Conscious Sedation: Parental Perceptions and Utilization by Pediatric Dentists in The United States, Levine J, Caudill, C (Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, Richmond, VA)

Research supported by the Alexander Fellowship

Purpose: To assess change in parental attitudes of passive immobilization after viewing an informational video and evaluate how pediatric dentists are currently using passive immobilization during oral conscious sedations (OCS).

Methods: A survey consisting of six statements on a 5-point Likert scale was completed by parents at their child’s OCS consultation appointment before and after viewing an educational video demonstrating benefits of passive …

The Value Of Educating Teachers, Coaches, And Athletic Trainers On The Management Of Dental Trauma., Laura Satoski

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The aim of this study is to investigate the baseline knowledge and assess the benefit of educating teachers, coaches, and athletic trainers about the management of sports-related dental injuries.

Methods: Teachers, coaches, and athletic trainers working in youth sports activities across the city of Richmond and the Greater Richmond Region were recruited via email. Participants answered a pre-seminar survey to evaluate their baseline knowledge and determine whether they experienced dental trauma with their athletes previously. The survey also indicated whether they participated in a public or private sports facility. The participants watched a pre-recorded virtual seminar educating them on …

Removal Of Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns From Primary Anterior Teeth With Er,Cr:Ysgg Laser Compared To A High-Speed Handpiece: An In- Vitro Study, Andrew Crowell

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the time and pulpal temperature changes associated with the removal of prefabricated zirconia crowns from primary anterior teeth using an Er,Cr:YSGG laser compared to a rotary hand-piece.

Methods: This in-vitro study was conducted using extracted primary incisors. Teeth were prepared and restored with prefabricated zirconia crowns (NuSmile^®, Houston, TX, USA) sizes 4 and 5 cemented with resin-modified glass-ionomer cement. Restored teeth were stored in a humidor for at least 48 hours prior to removing crowns from the teeth using either an air-rotary hand-piece (HG, N=17) or erbium, chromium: …

Detection And Reporting Of Child Abuse And Neglect: A Survey Amongst Pediatric Dental Care Providers In The United States, Daniel J. Lander

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to survey pediatric dental care providers in the United States to evaluate their knowledge in the detection and reporting of child abuse and neglect (CAN). Methods: This study has been modeled as a cross sectional- survey based research study. Email invitations were sent to pediatric dentists, orthodontists, and others who work in pediatric dental practices in the United States through email lists of the American Association of Pediatric Dentists (AAPD) and the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). The survey completion page included sample text and the public survey link for providers to use …

Gender Differences In Academic Productivity Within Pediatric Dentistry Departments In Turkey, Basak Kiziltan Eliacik, Meltem Karahan

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: To investigate the differences in the academic productivity of male and female academicians from the departments of pediatric dentistry in the Faculties of Dentistry in Turkey. Methods: A search was made of international studies indexed in PubMed published up until January 2021 by a total of 241 academicians in the Departments of Pediatric Dentistry of 79 Faculties of Dentistry in Turkey. The total number of international publications for each faculty member was obtained from the institutional websites and thorough searches of PubMed and Web of Science. H-index and the number of citations were established through an advanced search of …

Management Of Severe Dento-Alveolar Traumatic Injuries In A 9-Year Old Boy: A Case Report, Elnaz Mousavi, Masoomeh Khoshdel, Hamidreza Sharifiyan

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Dentoalveolar traumas can lead to various injuries that may result in tooth loss. A suitable treatment plan and appropriate interventions should be performed to maintain the dental function and aesthetics, especially for the anterior teeth. Objective: To report the interventions performed on dentoalveolar trauma on a 9-years old male patient who presented with gingival immersion of the right maxillary central incisor and missing a tooth due to a falling accident. Case Report: The patient had multiple traumatic injuries. The medical and dental history was taken, and the clinical and radiologic examinations were performed. The patient underwent surgical intervention and splinting …

Antibacterial And Antibiofilm Efficacy Of Pineapple Hump (Ananas Comosus) On Porphyromonas Gingivalis In Vitro, Abdul Gani Soulissa, Billy Lombardo, Armelia Sari Widyarman

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Background: Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent oral health problems in Indonesia that affects supporting tissues of the teeth. Porphyromonas gingivalis plays an important role in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. Alternative therapy with natural plant extracts, including pineapple (Ananas comosus) hump extract may inhibit the growth of bacteria that cause periodontal disease. Objective: To determine the effect of pineapple hump extract on bacterial growth and adhesion of Porphyromonas gingivalis biofilms. Method: The bacterial inhibition test was performed by the agar well diffusion method, and biofilm density measurements were made using the biofilm assay method. Results: Pineapple hump …

The Effect Of Parabiotic Reuterin On The Expression Of Genes Involved In Candida Albicans Biofilm Formation: An Ex Vivo Study, Anastasya Muna Riad, Armelia Sari Widyarman

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Candida albicans has a number of properties, including resistance to various antimicrobial agents, which allow it to survive in the root canals. Lactobacillus reuteri plays a role in maintaining oral health through interactions with the oral microbiome. L. reuteri has potential as a preventive and therapeutic agent against inflammatory diseases. Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of irrigation with a reuterin-containing solution on BCR1, ACE2, EFG1, and TEC1 gene expression in C. albicans root canal biofilms. Methods: L. reuteri was cultured in MRS broth and incubated anaerobically for 24 hours at 37°C. C. albicans was …