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Dental Caries Investigation in Children Controlled for an Educative and Preventive Oral Health Programme
Conclusions: High SM levels in saliva, deficient oral hygiene and high frequency of sucrose ingestion had association with dental caries in children. Cultural, socioeconomic and behaviour factors indirectly influenced the onset of dental caries. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Impact of Dental Caries on the Quality of Life of Preschool Children and Families in Amman, Jordan
Raja b, Lamis Darwish / Abdullah, Rawan BorhanPage 571 - 582Purpose: Early childhood caries (ECC) may have a harmful impact on quality of life (QoL) of young children and parents. No oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) studies had been carried out among preschool children in Jordan. The aims of the study were to assess the prevalence of ECC among preschool children and to evaluate its impact on the QoL of children and families.Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among preschool children aged 4 and 5 years. A two-stage random sampling design was implemented. Parents answered the Early C...
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Probiotic Potential of Lactobacilli Isolated from Saliva of Periodontally Healthy Individuals
Conclusion: These bacteria are antagonistic against potential periodontal pathogens and are good candidates for clinical application as probiotics. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Comparative Effect of Rotary Microbrush Combined with Different Chemical Irrigants on Root Dentin Microhardness, Roughness and Bond Strength to an Epoxy-based Sealer
This study evaluated the effect of 17% EDTA, 10% citric acid (CA), and 2% chlorhexidine (CHX) activated with a rotary microbrush (CanalBrush) on root dentin microhardness, roughness, and epoxy-based sealer bond strength.Materials and Methods: One hundred sixty single-rooted bovine incisors were instrumented and divided into 8 groups according to treatment: 1. 17% EDTA; 2. 17% EDTA+2% CHX; 3. 10% CA; 4. 10% CA+2% CHX; 5. 17% EDTA with CanalBrush; 6. 17% EDTA+2% CHX with CanalBrush; 7. 10% CA with CanalBrush; and 8. 10% CA+2% CHX with CanalBrush. Ten roots in each group were split into halves and submitted to microhardness a...
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Effectiveness of Home Bleaching Treatment after Resin Infiltrant Application
Rocha, Rafael Santos / Souza, Maur ício Yugo de / Meirelles, Laura Célia Fernandes / Scarense, Carolina Gigli Torres / Diniz, Michele Baffi / Caneppele, Taciana Marco Ferraz / Bresciani, EduardoPage 549 - 554Purpose: Resin infiltration may be a barrier for bleaching gels. The aim of this study was to compare dental bleaching effectiveness using low-concentration gels on heavily or mildly stained teeth that were or were not treated with resin infiltration agents.Materials and Methods: Forty bovine enamel surfaces were submitted to demineralisation, after which two staining protocols were performed. Twenty specimens were i...
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

The Effect of CO2 Laser Irradiation Combined with TiF4 and NaF Varnishes on Enamel Hardness: An In Vitro Study
Dehghan, Hajar / Mojarad, Farzad / Serajzadeh, Maryam / Fekrazad, RezaPage 543 - 548Purpose: To assess the effects of experimental titanium tetrafluoride (TiF4) varnish and commercial sodium fluoride (NaF) varnish with CO2 laser on enamel hardness.Materials and Methods: Ninety human enamel samples were randomly assigned to one of the following groups: 1. control (no treatment) (CO); 2. NaF varnish (2.26%) (NF); 3. TiF4 varnish (2.45%) (TF); 4. CO2 laser (La); 5. NaF varnish (2.26%) with CO2 laser (NFL); 6. TiF4 varnish (2.45%) with CO2 laser (TFL). Enamel surface changes were determined by Vickers microhardness (VH) test w...
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Growth Inhibitory Effects of Antimicrobial Natural Products against Cariogenic and Health-Associated Oral Bacterial Species
Conclusions: Although several natural products exerted significant antibacterial effects, none had selective inhibitory action on the growth of S. mutans. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation of Enamel Erosion Following Air Abrasion with Bioactive Glass 45S5
Dionysopoulos, Dimitrios / Tolidis, Kosmas / Tsitrou, Effrosyni / Kouros, Pantelis / Naka, OlgaPage 529 - 536Purpose: To evaluate the effect of pre-treatment air abrasion of surfaces using bioactive glass 45S5 on the progression of erosion in bovine enamel induced by a common soft drink.Materials and Methods: Twelve intact bovine incisors were selected and 24 enamel samples were prepared and randomly assigned to two groups (n = 12): 1. control group, no anti-erosive treatment; 2. experimental group: samples were air abraded with bioglass 45S5 before the erosive challenge. The enamel samples were submitted to erosive cyclin...
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Comparative Evaluation of Antimicrobial Efficacy and Fluoride Release of Seven Different Glass-Ionomer-Based Restorative Materials
Sagmak, Savas / Bahsi, Emrullah / Ozcan, Nida / Satici, OmerPage 521 - 528Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate one high-viscosity glass-ionomer cement (EQUIA/GC), two resin-modified glass ionomers (Fuji II LC/GC, Photac Fil Quick Aplicap/3M Oral Care), two traditional glass ionomers (Ketac Molar Easymix/3M, Fuji II/GC), and two compomers (Freedom/SDI, Dyract XP/Dentsply Sirona) through a comparison of fluoride release and antimicrobial effects.Materials and Methods: A total of 210 samples were prepared, as 10 for each of the 7 materials for fluoride release and 20 for each material for the antimicrobial effect te...
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Assessment of Periodontal Status Based on Carotid Artery Intima Media Thickness
Conclusion: The results of the study concluded that periodontal disease and poor oral hygiene were more severe among the subjects with CIMT> 1 mm. To halt the progression of increasing CIMT, preventive oral health programmes need to be integrated in the cardiac setting with established dental referral which can bring out positive health behaviours. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Awareness About Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Among Dental Professionals: A Multicentre Study
Conclusion: Although most of the participants had knowledge regarding certain aspects of MRONJ, such as mechanism of action and clinical indications of bisphosphonates, there was a lack of awareness about the drug holiday concept and drug-associated risk factors. This emphasises the need to spread awareness among the dental community, not only in tertiary healthcare centres, but also among private dentists and dental interns to prevent cases of MRONJ. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Evaluation of Clinical and Radiographic Parameters as Dental Indicators for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Conclusion: The mandibular cortical index findings (MCI) on panoramic radiograph are effective indicators of osseous changes in postmenopausal osteoporosis, thereby determining early prediction of osteoporotic fracture risk and reducing its related morbidity. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Related to Oral Health Among Nursing Students in Davangere City: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Conclusion: The knowledge related to oral health among nursing students was good. The majority believed that oral healthcare was an important part of nursing care, hence the training of nursing students pertaining to oral health education and upgrade of their academic curriculum should be prioritised. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Attitudes Towards HIV/AIDS Among Chinese Dental Bachelor Interns: An Appeal for Educational Intervention
Jin, Chang-Xiong / Meng, Yu-Chen / Du, Wen-Zhi / Pei, Dan-Dan / Li, AngPage 485 - 492Purpose: The present study aimed to assess the current situation of Chinese dental bachelor interns on HIV/AIDS-related knowledge and their attitudes towards HIV/AIDS patients.Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional, paper-based survey involving 147 dental students from three Chinese dental schools was conducted. Students were recruited to complete the questionnaire regarding their knowledge, awareness and attitudes concerning HIV/AIDS anonymously and voluntarily.Results: A total of 144 students responded to the study, generating a respon...
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Pellicle Modification with Casein and Mucin Does Not Promote In Vitro Bacterial Biofilm Formation
Conclusion: Pellicle modification with casein and mucin does not promote in vitro bacterial biofilm formation. (Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry)
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - June 8, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research