This paper reviews the first part of the outcomes of the ORCA Saturday Afternoon Symposium 2014 dealing with ‘caries epidemiology and community dentistry: chances for future improvements in caries risk groups’. After the caries decline in many countries, there are remaining pockets of higher caries levels, mostly in the primary dentition and/or linked to a low socio-economic status (SES). The review into the evidence of caries-preventive measures clearly points to the use of fluorides, especially toothbrushing with fluoridated toothpaste and collective measures such as water fluoridation. In contrast to several unsuccessful high-risk approaches, community and public health programmes seem to be able to ensure a population-wide access and compliance in risk groups. Their simple and eviden…
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By elkhornadmin
– January 13, 2016
There is a substantial body of evidence of income-related inequalities in dental care use, attributed to the fact that dental care is often not covered by public health insurance. Wealth-related inequalities have also been shown to be greater than income-related inequalities.
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By elkhornadmin
– January 13, 2016
Objectives: Stimulation of acupoint LI4 has been shown to result in analgesic effects in patients experiencing acute pain. We aimed to study the effectiveness of LI4 stimulation for pain relief in children receiving an injection of a local anesthetic (LA). Materials and Methods: Children scheduled for dental treatment using LA received bilateral acupuncture at LI4 using indwelling fixed needles. During the treatment, the parents of the patients stimulated the needles by massage. Two different treatment regimes were compared: a standardized LA injection given 5 minutes after acupuncture, and an LA injection without acupuncture. The order of treatment was randomized, with the 2 treatments performed in a crossover manner on different days. Pain intensity during LA injection, assessed by the p…
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By elkhornadmin
– January 12, 2016
The objective of this study was to analyse the effect of small changes in vertical jaw relation on MU recruitment behaviour in different regions of the masseter during feedback?controlled submaximum biting tasks. Twenty healthy subjects (mean age: 24·6 ± 2·4 years) were involved in the investigation. Intra?muscular electromyographic (EMG) activity of the right masseter was recorded in different regions of the muscle. MUs were identified by the use of decomposition software, and root?mean?square (RMS) values were calculated for each experimental condition. Six hundred and eleven decomposed MUs with significantly (P < 0·001) different jaw relation?specific recruitment behaviour were organised into localised MU task groups. MUs with different task specificity in seven examine…
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By elkhornadmin
– January 11, 2016
Dennis Urban, CDT, shares proven techniques for implant-retained dentures including All-on-4 and full and partial dentures. He also discusses pitfalls to avoid when creating fixed hybrid and complete removable dentures, how to incorporate patient-specific individualization in a high capacity production environment and simple changes you can incorporate to build your competitive edge.
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By elkhornadmin
– January 11, 2016
Enamel defects in permanent and deciduous teeth may be oral manifestations of celiac disease. Sometimes they are the only sign that points to this underdiagnosed autoimmune pathology. However, the etiology of these specific enamel defects remains unknown. Based on previously reported cross?reactivity of antibodies to gliadin with the enamel proteins, amelogenin and ameloblastin, we analyzed (using immunohistochemistry) the ability of anti?gliadin IgG, produced during untreated disease, to recognize enamel organ structures. We used swine germ teeth as a tissue model because they are highly homologous to human teeth in terms of proteins and development biology. Strong staining of the enamel matrix and of the layer of ameloblasts was observed with serum samples from women with celiac dise…
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By elkhornadmin
– January 10, 2016
LMTmag.com is an online social blog and network dedicated exclusively for members of the Dental Laboratory community. Join free to connect with Larry.
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By elkhornadmin
– January 10, 2016
(Source: European Journal of Oral Sciences)
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By elkhornadmin
– January 9, 2016
Dr. Michael Whyte, a dental implant dentist in Williamsburg, recently launched a new website that includes fresh content and videos from Dr. Whyte himself. The new website, www.htdentalcare.com , will serve as a source for new patients and community members to access information about their dental care.
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By elkhornadmin
– January 9, 2016
ConclusionsThe clinical practice guidelines presented in this document were initially developed using the two systematic reviews. Additional guidelines were developed using expert opinion and consensus, which included discussion of the best clinical practices, clinical feasibility, and risk?benefit ratio to the patient. To the authors’ knowledge, these are the first CPGs addressing patient recall regimen, professional maintenance regimen, and at?home maintenance regimen for patients with tooth?borne and implant?borne restorations. This document serves as a baseline with the expectation of future modifications when additional evidence becomes available. (Source: Journal of Prosthodontics)
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By elkhornadmin
– January 8, 2016
