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Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 08, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Grant given to dental program
• Construction update
• Students and faculty mission trip to Bolivia and Belzine
• Student news
• Department news

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 07, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Masters degree awarded
• Long-time faculty and staff retire
• Dentistry employees honored for years of service
• ADA recognizes service learning caregivers
• Student News
• Advanced education and IDP students enter roster
• Department news
• Alumnus wins CDA essay content

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 06, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Graduation events
• Students and faculty honored with awards
• Mexicali 2000
• Department news
• Carrizo Gorge hike
• New DSA officers

Commencement Program 2000, Loma Linda University

Commencement Programs

CONTENTS

2 | 2000 Events of Commencement

3 | The Academic Procession

4 | The Speakers

10 | The University Honorees

16 | The School Honorees

26 | The Programs

• School of Medicine, 27
• School of Dentistry, 34
• Graduate School, 41
• School of Nursing, 50
• School of Allied Health Professions - Physical Therapy, 55
• School of Allied Health Professions, 61
• School of Public Health, 69

Spanish-Speaking Parents’ Attitudes Toward Explanations Of Anesthetic Techniques, Melba Zuniga Mayes

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

PURPOSE Little attention has been given to the issue of obtaining informed consent for conscious sedation and general anesthesia from Spanish-speaking parents living in the United States. The treatment of pediatric dental patients can only be as effective as the extent to which Spanish-speaking parents consent to the dental treatment. The purpose of this study was to identify valuable information that dentists can utilize to obtain an informed consent for conscious sedation and general anesthesia from Spanish-speaking parents.

METHOD Each Spanish-speaking parent in the sample was given one of the following explanations regarding an anesthetic technique: 1) verbal presentation for …

Anti-Inflammatory Agents And The Modulation Of Replacement Root Resorption, Geoffrey Toshio Okada

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Replacement resorption (RR) occurs following severe injury to the periodontal ligament (PDL). It has been suggested that inflammatory reactions precede RR. The purpose of this study was to examine and compare histologically the effect of topical application of two anti-inflammatory medications and stannous fluoride (SF) on the development of RR. Thirty-four roots of beagle dog mandibular 2nd, 3rd, and 4th premolars received root canal therapy. They were then extracted and left to bench dry for one hour. Following removal of their PDLs, they were soaked for five minutes in either 10 µg/ml ketorolac (n=10), 16 µg/ml of dexamethasone (n=10), or …

An In Vitro Study Of The Durability Of A Proprietary Decalcification Inhibiting Sealant, Michaela Camille Neagu

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Plaque accumulation, although undesirable, is prevalent in orthodontic patients with poor oral hygiene and is linked with enamel decalcification. A proposed product designed to seal the tooth around the orthodontic bracket was tested for its durability. It also was evaluated for its ability to seal the enamel.

We measured prepared areas of sixty bovine teeth that were divided equally into two groups: a control group, protected with light-cured Concise sealant, and a group treated with the test sealant, Odyssey, both by 3M Unitek. The teeth were thermocycled for 1000 cycles in alternating 5° C and 55° C waterbaths at 10-second …

A Comparison Of Four Curing Lights For Bonding Of Orthodontic Brackets, David Sy Nguyen

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Light cured adhesives have gained more popularity since their introduction more than three decades ago. Photo-polymerization allows more thorough curing on demand and thus facilitates better control of bracket placement. With new technologies, recently developed curing lights promise even more improvement. These systems are not only more sophisticated, but also more sensitive to the types of resins and clinical application. Specific comparison studies of the new systems in the orthodontic bonding are lacking because most of curing lights are originally designed for general dentistry.

This study evaluated the in-vitro ability of four curing lights to polymerize the Transbond XT bonding …

Orthognathic Surgery In The Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritic Patient, David H. Gilbert

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

This thesis attempts to use a retrospective evidenced base review of a series of five patients afflicted with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and its inherent dento-facial deformity as a basis for establishing a proposal for a surgical protocol.

A review of pertinent and current literature is performed in describing the disease process as it relates to epidemiology, histopathophysiology, immunology, and clinical presentation. General treatment options are reviewed for the acutely and chronically afflicted patients as well as specific approaches to dento-facial reconstruction.

The studies reviews a series of five female patients who were evaluated and treated by the same surgeon at …

An Evaluation Of The Short And Long Term Effects Of Quad Helix Expansion, Sonja F. Finnie

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

This study was conducted to examine, retrospectively, orthodontic and orthopedic changes resulting from quad helix expansion therapy in mixed and permanent dentition stages. Twenty-one subjects with an average age of 10.2 years who experienced an expansion of at least 3 mm with the quad helix appliance were selected for this study. The subjects were evaluated according to facial type and age for both short and long-term stability. Plaster dental casts and posteroanterior (frontal) radiographs were evaluated at the beginning of treatment (T1), at the completion of Phase 1 or full treatment (T2), and approximately two years following the completion of …

Failure Mode Of An Orthodontic Resin Alone And With Bonded Brackets, Marc Cody Dunn

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Since the introduction of bonded orthodontic brackets in the early 1960's spontaneous debonding has been a constant nemesis. Most attempts to avoid this problem by orthodontic manufactures have focused on "bond strength" issue. Whether they chose to address the materials, the bracket base or both, the common method used to evaluate improvements entailed the use of just one testing apparatus: a static universal testing machine such as the Instron.

Metal, ceramic and plastic bonded brackets were tested with the traditional shear/peel method as well as a new high strain rate impact test. The resin itself was also evaluated for physical …

An Extension Of Euclidean Distance Matrix Analysis Applied To Craniofacial Growth Prediction, Mark K. Batesole

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

This study is [sic] introduces a new extension of Euclidean Distance Matrix Analysis (EDMA) as applied to growth prediction analysis. Using EDMA eliminates the presupposition of a set growth pattern, which is introduced by traditional superimposition techniques. When EDMA is extended to analyze prediction methodologies, using a non-age-matched growth sample, some shortcomings become evident. These involve bootstrapping techniques, relative difference in growth, and absence of clinical, real world measure. To overcome these issues, a statistical approach using the Wilcoxen signed rank test, absolute difference in growth, and a new method to evaluate the error in a prediction methodology's landmark identification …

Post-Treatment Evaluation Of Isometric Function Of The Elevator Muscles, Margaret Barbara Kowalczyk

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

This study mainly examined neuromuscular function, occlusal index, and centric relation-centric occlusion (CR-CO) discrepancy of 23 orthodontically treated patients. Phase I, craniofacial anomalous, and orthognathnic surgery cases were excluded from the study. Record taking was done in 2 sessions: (1) at the time of deband and (2) 3-4 months later. Records taken at each session included facial and intraoral photographs, impressions, CR wax bites, a facebow, and surface EMG (sEMG) recordings.

For the sEMG recordings, electrodes were placed on the upper hyoid, masseter, and anterior temporalis muscles. Subjects were asked to perform numerous tests; these included baseline, clenching to test …

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 05, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Spring scientific meetings
• Students minister to Dominican Republic
• Jim Redfield retires
• Student news
• Department news
• LLUSD team visits Pakinstan

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 04, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Parking entrance changes
• Photo gallery
• Dental Surgery Center touches lives
• Student News
• Department News

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 03, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Alumni Student Convention coverage
• Highlights
• Alumni of the Year
• Bernard Byrd Clinic
• Prayer breakfast
• DH Student of the Year
• Student Dedication
• Table clinic winners
• Fall Dean's List
• Department News
• Clinic With a Heart

Accuracy Of Zerobase™ Growth Prediction Of A Burlington Sample, Anitha Nair

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

The accuracy of ZeroBase™ orthodontic software program was tested using a sample of 14 male and 14 female untreated subjects classified as skeletal Class II pattern by the Burlington growth center. Growth predictions were carried out by ZeroBaseTM from ages 6,9,12,14,16 in males and 6,9,12 and 14 in females. The mean computer predicted value was compared with the mean radiographic value to test the accuracy of the predictions. Predictions from age 14 were the most accurate (within one standard deviation), whereas the predictions from age 6 were the least accurate. In males, the accuracy of cranial base predictions was 73.3%, …

Periradicular Response Of Immunodeficient Rats To Mechanical Pulpal Exposure, James E. Stich

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Periradicular lesions develop as a result of the interaction between root canal irritants and the immune system. The purpose of this study was to investigate the periradicular response of immunodeficient rats to their oral flora. Twenty Sprague-Dawley rats received a total body irradiation dose of 750 cGy one week prior to the investigation. The pulps of the mandibular first molars of these animals and six nonirradiated rats were exposed mechanically with a ½ round bur and left open to the oral cavity. Additional irradiation (350 cGy) was administered bi-weekly to maintain immunosuppression. Periradicular specimens were obtained after two and four …

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 02, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Alumni-Student Convention highlights
• Pediatric Dentistry Clinic
• Student News
• Pierre Fauchard Academy
• Dentistry Guy Lyrics
• Department News
• Goat Trestle hike
• Dean visits Middle East

Dentalgram - Vol. 14, No. 01, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Alumni-Student Convention
• Montemorelos dental tech school receives help
• Alumni baby boom
• Student News
• Department News
• Christmas Breakfast
• Clinic With a Heart

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, No. 12, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Alumni phonathon
• Admissions officers crisscross country
• ASDA exhibition
• Departmental news
• Gallery: student lab

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, No. 11, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Annual dentistry retreat
• Ron Secor confirmed as associate dean
• Student news
• Minority scholarships
• DH'01 class officers
• Health fair screenings
• "Young" baby
• IDP certificate
• ADHA plaque
• IDP beach vespers
• Department news
• Fellowships awarded
• Newsnotes
• Essay honors professor
• ADA - Dean's Reception
• NASDAD convention
• Service learning van
• Thanksgiving baskets
• Christmas breakfast
• Flu shots

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, Special Issue 1, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• As 1999 comes to a close, the School of Dentistry wishes to express its profound appreciation to our faculty and staff for their unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence. Their tireless efforts have contributed significantly to the success and growth of our institution. In honor of their outstanding achievements, the Dentalgram editorial team is proud to present the nominees for Employee of the Quarter.
  

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, No. 10, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Student news
• Department news
• News notes

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, No. 09, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• DSA barbecue
• Dental missionaries return
• Students report on Africa and Fiji trips
• Student news
• Department news
• News notes
• Ultradent seminar
• Photo gallery
• Fran Crawford retires

Various Presentation Styles For Informing Parents About Pediatric Dental Procedures, Tracy Dean Walker

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Purpose: The treatment of pediatric dental patients can only be as effective as the degree to which the parent consents to treatment. This study was designed to A) determine the most effective method of communicating a dental procedure to the parent of a pediatric patient and B) determine the impact that various presentation methods would have on a parent's willingness to give informed consent.

Methods: A Pulpotomy procedure was explained to each parent by one of the following methods; 1) written, 2) written and model, 3) verbal or 4) verbal and model.

Results: A statistically significant relationship was shown between …

The Effect Of Mandibular First Molar Tip Back On Mandibular Incisor Long-Term Stability, Barton L. Soper

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

The purpose of this study is to determine if mandibular first molar distal tip back during orthodontic treatment will result in improved long-term alignment of mandibular incisors. Our pre and posttreatment sample consisted of 57 Class I and Class II patients (40 female and 17 male). Incisor irregularity was recorded at T2 and T4 (average of 12.9 years postretention at T4). Molar tipback was evaluated T1 to T2 and T2 to T4. The sample was divided into 3 groups - molars tipped distally 1 degree or more during treatment, molars essentially not tipped, and molars tipped mesially 1 degree or …

Clinical Debonding Simulation Study Of One Metal And Two Ceramic Brackets, Hyunsup Shim

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

The purpose of this study is to compare two mechanical debonding methods on ceramic brackets (TP MXi and 3M Clarity) and a metal bracket (GAC OmniArch) with four different bonding materials (light-cured, one-step chemical-cured, two-step chemical-cured, and Fuji GIC) in clinical simulation, where the diametral force was applied on the handle of the pliers. The effectiveness of mechanical debonding technique was determined by evaluating the following variables: the amount of force required to debond the bracket, the amount of residual adhesive remaining on the enamel surface, the frequency of unexpected bracket failure, and the prevalence of visible enamel damage. The …

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, No. 08, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• ADHA awards students
• Mission teams return from Brazil and Micronesia
• Department news
• Newsnotes
• IDP alumni articles published in Canadian journal
• Student news
• IDP volunteers service
• Dr. Forde returns from service in Africa
• Dentalgram readership survey

Dentalgram - Vol. 13, No. 07, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Dentalgram

In this issue:

• Conversion of computer systems
• Dentists receive MS degrees
• Orthodontics banquet
• Student news
• News notes
• Department news
• Dentistry teams saves life in Urgent Care
• IFAC report
• Masked burgler [sic] detained