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Higher Education students from health and non-health subject areas: aspects of oral health
Conclusions The groups differed regarding the source of information on oral health, the reason for seeking and type of treatment, and the self-perception of bad breath, with the Health group reporting greater satisfaction with their oral health.RESUMO Objetivo Avaliar se a área de graduação influencia nos aspectos de saúde bucal avaliados. Métodos Estudo transversal com amostra probabilística de 681 estudantes do 2º período de uma Instituição de Ensino Superior foi alocada nos grupos Saúde (S; n=347) e Não Saúde (NS; n=334) e respondeu questionário engl obando perfil sociodemográfico e aspectos de saúde b...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - May 21, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Craniometric study of the Orbital Index in brazilian skulls
Conclusions The OI is not an appropriate method for estimation of sex, ancestry and estimation of age in this Brazilian sample. The methodology should be expanded to other population groups so that it can be improved.RESUMO Objetivo Determinar a porcentagem de correla ção do Índice Orbitário (IO) na estimativa do sexo, da ancestralidade e da idade em crânios brasileiros. Métodos Estudo de corte transversal de 183 crânios secos humanos do sudeste brasileiro. No total, 100 esqueletos eram homens e 83 mulheres; dos quais 36 tinham até 39 anos, 60 tinham ent re 40 e 59 anos e 87 tinham 60 anos ou mais. Quanto à asce...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - May 21, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Esthetic harmonization of front upper teeth using composite resin: a clinical case report
ABSTRACT Every day, professionals who work with esthetics are faced with the challenge of meeting patients expectations who longs for a perfect smile, where every detail must show harmony and naturality. In this context, composite resin reanatomization is widely indicated for small corrections of color and shape in one or more dental elements, for diastema closure and sometimes for correction of small dental misalignment. The case report presented here discuss the planning and treatment for the esthetic and functional improvement of the dental units 1.1, 1.2, 2.1 and 2.2, by making direct restorations in composite resin. T...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - May 21, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Application of computed tomography dose index as dosimetric parameter in dental tomography
Conclusions The IEC method is applicable to quality control, facilitating practice, and optimizing time and resources. CTDI300 is a better dose descriptor than CTDI100, and should be implemented for CBCT modalities when used.RESUMO Objetivo Quantificar o CTDI a partir de um feixe de refer ência, corrigindo este valor para diversas larguras de feixe a partir da razão dos valores CTDI100 medidos no ar e verificar a subestimação da dose comparando o CTDI100 e CTDI300, aplicados à CBCT odontológica. Métodos Tomógrafos i-CAT e Prexion 3D, câmara de ionização de 100mm tipo láp is, eletrômetro. Primeiramente para f...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - May 21, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

3D printing applications during COVID-19 pandemic: a literature review
ABSTRACT The fast spread of COVID-19 around the world has generated significant impacts on the way societies lives, one of which is the scarcity of personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers in the front lines of combat against the virus. Sanitary insecurity has led populations and health professionals to a rampant search for protective equipment and other devices necessary for life maintenance, both for patients and professionals, revealing health system limitations during large-scale crisis, as the COVID-19 pandemic. On this paper, we aimed to present the initiatives of professionals and companies related to 3D prin...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - April 6, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Facial rehabilitation with implant-retained nasal prosthesis of acrylic resin: a case report
The objective of this study was to report a clinical case of facial rehabilitation with an acrylic implant-retained nasal prosthesis after partial rhinectomy resulting from the resection of a basal cell carcinoma in the patient, a 53-year-old Caucasian, normosystemic, professional cowboy. After clinical examination and in possession of computed tomography images, surgery was performed for the placement of conventional dental implants in the premaxillary region (left side). After the surgery, a three-month period of waiting was observed to allow osseointegration of the implants. Later, the nasal prosthesis was prepared, and...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - March 29, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus: a current understanding of the mechanisms underlying the disease that affect orthodontic tooth movement
ABSTRACT With improvements in dental aesthetic requirements an increasing number of adults are seeking orthodontic treatment that, along with current lifestyle and eating habits of the adult population, makes orthodontists more likely to encounter patients with metabolic disorders such as diabetes mellitus. Speculated that the diabetic patient during orthodontic treatment may not experience a physiological healing process as a healthy patient. Therefore, the objective of this work is to present a current and contextualized review of the mechanisms by which uncontrolled diabetes mellitus impacts on bone remodeling and ortho...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - March 29, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Oral and cutaneous manifestations of covid-19 in pediatric patients
ABSTRACT COVID-19 began in December 2019 in Wuhan City, China, and on March 11, 2020 it was classified by the World Health Organization as a pandemic. It is an asymptomatic infection that can progress to severe respiratory conditions. In adults, it is more prevalent, but is also observed in children, with the occurrence of extra respiratory symptoms, such as oral and cutaneous manifestations. This literature review aims to report the oral and cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 in pediatric patients. The bibliographic search strategy was carried out in the PubMed, SciELO and Bireme databases on August 1, 2020, using MeSH ...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - March 29, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Color change of composites on substrates treated with 0.2% chlorhexidine
Conclusions The 0.2% CHX adhesive pretreatment did not produce greater color changes in composite resin restorations irrespective of the type of adhesive system used. However, time had significant effect on the change, regardless of the substrate treatment.RESUMO Objetivo Avaliar o efeito de 0,2% de digluconato de clorexidina (CHX) no pr é-tratamento de dois tipos de sistemas adesivos na estabilidade de cor de restaurações de resina composta. Métodos Quarenta dentes bovinos foram preparados (6x6x2mm) e foram divididos aleatoriamente em 4 grupos (n = 10): SB - adesivo total etch (Single Bond 2, 3M ESPE); SB + CHX - pr...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - March 29, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Does fluorosis have an impact on Peruvian children’s oral health related quality of life?
Conclusions Even though dental fluorosis prevalence was very high it did not have impact on OHRQoL.RESUMO Objetivos Os objetivos deste estudo foram avaliar a preval ência e a gravidade da fluorose dentária e avaliar o impacto da fluorose dentária na qualidade de vida relacionada à saúde bucal (QVRSB) de crianças residentes em duas cidades peruanas com diferentes níveis de flúor de água. Métodos Uma amostra de 292 crianças entre 11 e 14 anos de idade e ambos os sexos foram selecionada nas escolas públicas e privadas de ensino fundamental nas duas cidades. O exame oral clínico foi realizado utilizando-se o í...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - February 24, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Changes in dental practice in times of COVID-19: review and recommendations for dental health care
ABSTRACT The aim of this article was to discuss biosafety measures described in the main protocols for minimizing the risk of COVID-19 transmission during dental care. COVID-19 appeared in China in late 2019 and quickly spread to other countries. Factors inherent to dental practice, such as proximity to the patient, transmission through saliva and breath, and the generation of aerosols during procedures, place the dental team at the top of the list among the most vulnerable healthcare providers. Health authorities initially recommended only maintaining urgent and emergency care and suspending elective dental procedures. Cu...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - February 8, 2021 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

The relationship between periodontite and diabetes mellitus type ii facing the new classification of periodontal diseases: literature review
ABSTRACT Periodontal disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus are considered chronic diseases that at their core have a deep relationship with inflammation. It is assumed that there is a bidirectional relationship between periodontal disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is estimated that approximately 10% of the world ’ s population is affected by periodontal disease, in its most severe form, almost the same percentage estimated for people with diabetes, which is considered a 21st century emergency. The World Workshop for the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions took place from September...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - November 16, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Metal-ceramic partial fixed dentures: a retrospective study
Conclusion It was concluded that metal-ceramic prostheses have high success and survival rates, what guarantees longevity and indication of this type of prostheses in daily practice.RESUMO Objetivo As pr óteses metalocerâmicas apresentam altas taxas de sobrevivência e, por isso, são indicadas para diversos casos em reabilitação oral. Entretanto, na literatura científica, existem poucos relatos clínicos sobre os fatores que levam à fratura dessas restaurações. Diante do exposto, o presente estudo teve como objetivo avaliar se a quantidade de elementos que compõem a prótese, se a quantidade de elementos por re...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - November 16, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Extra-buccal surgical access for canine removal included in mandibular symphysis: case report
The objective of this work is the extraction of a lower canine with extra-oral access in an outpatient clinical setting under local anesthesia.RESUMO Dentes inclusos s ão todos os elementos dentários que chegada a época normal de seu irrompimento, permanece imerso no interior dos tecidos. Geralmente encontrados quando se observa ausência de algum dente, ou em exames radiográficos de rotina. Na presença de dentes inclusos, deve-se definir qual a melhor aborda gem de tratamento, se é cirúrgica, através de exodontias, ou por tracionamentos ortodônticos. Caninos inclusos, em região de sínfise e próximos à base da...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - November 13, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Aesthetic restoration using composite resin in teeth with inactive carious lesions: a conservative and predictable approach
ABSTRACT The importance of correct diagnosis, planning and treatment of dental spots is extremely important during aesthetic rehabilitation. Aesthetic requirements have become increasingly common in current society, and direct composite resin restorations are indicated due to the great advancement and increasing improvements of adhesive systems and composite resins. This work presents the clinical case of an oral aesthetic rehabilitation involving direct composite resin veneers associated with dental bleaching. The patient CSM, female, 21 years old, without systemic diseases, attended the dental clinic of the Morgana Potri...
Source: RGO - Revista Gaucha de Odontologia - November 13, 2020 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research