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Oral Recurrent Aphthous Ulcers/Stomatitis: Prevalence In Malaysia And An Epidemiological Update, Rosnah Binti Zain
Oral Recurrent Aphthous Ulcers/Stomatitis: Prevalence In Malaysia And An Epidemiological Update, Rosnah Binti Zain
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
One of the objectives of this short communication was to add to the literature on the prevalence of oral recurrent aphthous stomatitis (ORAS). This research is based on a total of 11,697 randomly selected Malaysian subjects with an age range of 25-115 years and a mean age of 44.5 +/- 13.9 years who were examined for oral mucosal lesions (ORAS). The prevalence of ORAS detected during the oral examination (average point prevalence) was found to be 0.5% (64 subjects). ORAS formed 5.7% of all lesions detected during the survey. The average point prevalence of ORAS was highest in the indigenous …
Bullous Pemphigoid--Management Of A Patient With Oral And Skin Lesions, Ali T. B., Rosnah Binti Zain, Adam B. A.
Bullous Pemphigoid--Management Of A Patient With Oral And Skin Lesions, Ali T. B., Rosnah Binti Zain, Adam B. A.
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
A case of bullous pemphigoid with extra-oral and intraoral lesions in a 60-year-old female is reported. Diagnosis is based on histopathology and direct immunofluorescence, and the treatment regime described included oral prescription of prednisolone and topical application of a mixture of fluocinonide ointment and triamcinolone acetonide in Orabase on the oral lesions.
The Social Impact Of Oral And Facial Pain In An Industrial Population, Rosnah Binti Zain
The Social Impact Of Oral And Facial Pain In An Industrial Population, Rosnah Binti Zain
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
The aim of this study is to determine the social impact of oral and facial pain in a sample involving an industrial population. Out of a total of 355 subjects interviewed, nearly one-half claimed to have oral and facial pain in the previous one month prior to the survey. The most common type of pain was that related to hot or cold fluids or sweet things followed by toothache. On the average, the pain lasted for 4.2 days (SD = 4.9) per person in the past one-month. About one in five persons with pain reported that it was severe enough …
The Dental Health Of Factory Workers In Pasir Gudang, Johor (Malaysia), Abdul Majid Z., Rosnah Binti Zain
The Dental Health Of Factory Workers In Pasir Gudang, Johor (Malaysia), Abdul Majid Z., Rosnah Binti Zain
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
A study on the oral health status of 198 factory workers (in Antara Steel, Pasir Gudang, Johor) was carried out in November 1986. The subjects were predominantly male (94%) and Malay (91%) with an average age of 27.4 years. The prevalence of caries was 87.4% with a mean DMFT of 7.1 + 5.4. There were 3 subjects with full upper, lower dentures and 16 subjects with partial dentures. Two subjects examined needed dentures but were not wearing them. Thirty five (17.7%) of those examined needed urgent extractions, and 8 needed emergency treatment for fillings. Enamel opacities were found in 141 …
The Cracked Tooth Syndrome--Crown Root Vertical Fracture, Rosnah Binti Zain, Majid Z. A.
The Cracked Tooth Syndrome--Crown Root Vertical Fracture, Rosnah Binti Zain, Majid Z. A.
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
A case of an incomplete tooth fracture followed by a complete fracture was presented. The difficulty of diagnosing this condition was discussed as well as the possible histological explanation of the symptoms experienced by the patient. It once again points out to practising dentists, that whilst deep pockets can give rise to severe periodontal pain, intense and excruciating pain should be investigated with the cracked tooth in mind.
Peripheral Ossifying Fibroma/Ossifying Fibrous Epulis, Rosnah Binti Zain, Janakarajah N.
Peripheral Ossifying Fibroma/Ossifying Fibrous Epulis, Rosnah Binti Zain, Janakarajah N.
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
This is a case report of a reactive lesion which occurs only in the gingiva. This lesion is of a long duration causing erosion of the superficial bone. Histologically it is similar to other epulides of the gingiva but in addition contains ossified tissue. The lesion's confusing terminology is being discussed in view of its understanding to an American-trained or a British-trained surgeon. A review of literature showed a recurrence rate of 7-20% thus making it mandatory for a close follow-up of the patient.
Oral Lichenoid Drug Reaction, Rosnah Binti Zain, Nor G. M.
Oral Lichenoid Drug Reaction, Rosnah Binti Zain, Nor G. M.
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
This is a case report of an oral lichenoid drug reaction of the buccal sulci in a female diabetic patient who was on an anti-hypertensive drug, alpha-methyldopa (Aldomet) and an oral hypoglycaemic drug, chlorpropamide (Diabinese). The clinical features, histological findings and management are presented.
Traumatic Granuloma/Eosinophilic Ulcer, Rosnah Zain, Abdul Hamid J., Awang M. N.
Traumatic Granuloma/Eosinophilic Ulcer, Rosnah Zain, Abdul Hamid J., Awang M. N.
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
Two case reports of an uncommon type of oral ulcerative lesion are presented. These lesions are of long duration, benign and reactive, and may clinically mimic a malignant ulcer. Histologically, these are deep lesions which exhibit 'pseudoinvasion' into skeletal muscle. There is a predominance of eosinophils while other chronic inflammatory cells such as plasma cells and histiocytes are in abundance. A brief review of the literature showed past treatment being surgical excision, incisional biopsy, radiation, cryosurgery with liquid nitrogen and no treatment. All modalities used result in resolution of the lesion.
Clinical Presentation Of Buccal Carcinoma. A Review Of Twenty Nine Patients, Janakarajah N., Rosnah Binti Zain
Clinical Presentation Of Buccal Carcinoma. A Review Of Twenty Nine Patients, Janakarajah N., Rosnah Binti Zain
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Binti Zain
29 patients with buccal carcinoma were reviewed for the clinical signs and symptoms. The TNM classification following the UICC categories were used for the clinical staging of the lesion. The patient’s race, age, sex and habits were also noted. Most of these patients presented with advanced lesions. The most common signs and symptoms were pain and ulcerations (62%). The histopathology of a well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma forms a great majority of these lesions (62%). Each of the sign and symptom is discussed in relation to other findings that had been reported.