Percutaneous exposure injuries among dental staff and students at a university dental clinic in Australia: A 6‐year retrospective study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Joanna Zachar ◽  
Peter Reher
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Dental Staff ◽  
Percutaneous Exposure

scholarly journals Tooth loss in patients undergoing long-term maintenance at a private dental clinic in Japan: A retrospective study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hiroo Kawahara ◽  
Miho Inoue ◽  
Kazuo Okura ◽  
Masamitsu Oshima ◽  
Yoshizo Matsuka
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Maintenance Therapy ◽  
Tooth Loss ◽  
Salivary Secretion ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Number Of Teeth ◽  
Term Maintenance

Abstract Background: Tooth loss is generally considered the final outcome of oral disease. This retrospective study was performed to identify risk factors for tooth loss in patients undergoing long-term maintenance therapy. Methods: We surveyed 1145 adult patients who underwent maintenance therapy for ≥5 years after they had undergone active treatment from January 2015 to December 2016 and established a baseline status. The study variables were patient compliance, sex, number of teeth lost, cause of tooth loss, age at start of maintenance, number of remaining teeth at start of maintenance, duration of maintenance, smoking status, use of salivary secretion inhibitors, and diabetes mellitus. Additionally, 57 patients who did not undergo maintenance therapy were surveyed to examine and compare the effects of maintenance therapy. Statistical analyses were performed to assess the correlation of each variable with tooth loss. Results: The average number of teeth lost under maintenance therapy was 0.07/year. Significantly fewer teeth were lost in the maintenance than non-maintenance group. Most of the teeth lost were non-vital teeth, and the most common cause of tooth loss was tooth fracture. Patient age, number of remaining teeth at start of maintenance, use of salivary secretion inhibitors, and diabetes mellitus were related to tooth loss. Conclusions: To the best of our knowledge, this is first large-scale study of tooth loss in patients undergoing long-term maintenance therapy within a general dental clinic. Our findings demonstrate that starting maintenance therapy when patients are younger and possess more teeth may prevent future tooth loss.

scholarly journals A Retrospective Study on the Etiological Factors of Orofacial Pain in a Malaysian Sample

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nazih Shaban Mustafa ◽  
Muhannad Ali Kashmoola ◽  
Basma Ezzat Mustafa Al-Ahmad ◽  
Mardhiah Abidah Binti Hazman Fansuri ◽  
Nur Hazwani Mohamad Jurimi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Orofacial Pain ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Etiological Factors ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
And Gender

Abstract Objective This study aimed to examine the etiological factors of orofacial pain for patients attending dental clinic at Faculty of Dentistry, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). Materials and Methods This retrospective study examined the data of 248 patients who have attended dental clinic at Faculty of Dentistry IIUM and suffering from different types of orofacial pain. The data were collected from January 2010 to November 2018. The etiologies of pain were classified according to International Classification of Orofacial Pain, 1st edition (2020). Statistical Analysis The association of age and gender with orofacial pain was evaluated by using the Chi-square test, and the significance level was set to 0.05. Results Collected data showed that orofacial pain has different etiologies among the patients attending the dental clinic at Faculty of Dentistry IIUM. Moreover, a statistically significant relation was observed between orofacial pain toward gender and different age group. Conclusion The findings proposed that the orofacial pain has a variety of etiological factors with the highest percentage of orofacial pain attributed to disorders of dentoalveolar and anatomically related structures among patients attending dental clinic at Faculty of Dentistry IIUM.

Use of Antibiotics in the Management of Pediatric Dental Conditions – A Retrospective Study

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-14
Author(s):  
Ashwin Jawdekar ◽  
Srirang Sevekar
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Antibiotic Use ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Multicentric Study ◽  
Dental Patients ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Irreversible Pulpitis ◽  
Dental Conditions ◽  
Larger Sample ◽  
Antibiotic Cover

Abstract Objectives In order to evaluate the need of antibiotic use in children for a variety of dental procedures, a retrospective study was undertaken. Material and Methods Children as dental patients, a study The records of 100 children between age 2-10 years visiting a pediatric dental clinic for various pulpal and periapical conditions were evaluated. A total of 364 procedures (pulp therapies such as pulpotomy and pulpectomy, and extractions) were carried out in the children for different pulpal and periapical pathologies (irreversible pulpitis, pulp necrosis and periradicular abscess). Timing of the antibiotic cover (preop, intraop and post op), duration of the antibiotic, and type of the antibiotic or a combination was recorded. Results Only 19.5% procedures required antibiotic prescriptions. On most occasions, an antibiotic cover given prior to commencement of the treatment was sufficient to prevent the possible advancement of the infection and promote the post-operative healing. Conclusion Antibiotics are often not a necessity for the treatment of dental conditions in children. However, a larger sample size and multicentric study would be necessary to establish this finding.

A Retrospective Study on the Clinical Sucess Rate of OSSTEM Implant

2007 ◽  
Vol 361-363 ◽  
pp. 1331-1334
Author(s):  
S.M. Baik ◽  
S.G. Kim
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Failure Rate ◽  
Bone Quality ◽  
Preoperative Planning ◽  
Oral Surgery ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Implant Placement ◽  
Appropriate Treatment ◽  
Maxillary Molar

This study analyzed the examination records and radiographs of 247 patients (144 male, 103 female) who received an OSSTEM Implant (Seoul, Republic of Korea) at the dental clinic at Chosun University, Korea, between January 2002 and December 2005. The overall success rate in patients who received an OSSTEM Implant from surgeons of the Department of Oral Surgery at our hospital was 93.1%, making the overall failure rate relatively low (6.9%). The failure rate for the maxillary molar tooth was slightly higher, at 9.95%, probably as a result of its relatively lower bone quality and reduced osteoid volume caused by pneumatization of the maxillary sinus. Thus, to determine appropriate treatment, it is necessary to accurately determine bone quality and volume. This can be achieved with implant placement analysis of computed tomography, precise preoperative planning, and sufficient technical experience.

scholarly journals Oral health characteristics and treatment of individuals with special needs a tertiary institution: A 3 year retrospective study.

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 18-27
Author(s):  
T.O Ligali ◽  
C.I Nzomiwu ◽  
J.F Ashaolu ◽  
F.A Oredugba
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Special Needs ◽  
Cleft Lip ◽  
Underserved Populations ◽  
University Teaching ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Tertiary Institution ◽  
Oral Health Promotion

Objectives: To assess the oral health characteristics and the treatments carried out on individuals with special needs attending the Dental Clinic of Lagos University Teaching Hospital.Methods: A three-year retrospective study of all individuals with special needs that ttended the dental clinic of a tertiary health center. All relevant data including biodata, type of special need, oral health conditions and treatments carried out were extracted from the case notes and analyzed.Results: Out of 115 records extracted, there were 15 different types of special needs. More than half of the participants were males (54.8%) and their mean age was 12.4 years (SD±7.2). The most frequently recorded study participants with special needs were those with Down syndrome (20.9%). The most common oral conditions were gingivitis (65.2%) and dental caries (37.4%). Dental caries was significantly prevalent among participants with cleft lip/palate and the visually impaired (p=0.02). Of all treatments offered, preventive therapies were most commonly performed.Conclusion:The most common oral health problems among the study population were gingivitis and dental caries. There is need for improved oral health promotion strategies and provision of services for these underserved populations. Keywords: Oral health, treatment, special needs

scholarly journals HEALTHCARE-ASSOCIATED INFECTIONS IN DENTISTRY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Liudmyla F. Horzov ◽  
Ivan Yu. Нanhur ◽  
Ihor V. Sorokopud ◽  
Anzhelika S. Slobodyanyuk
Keyword(s):  
Hepatitis B Virus ◽  
Hepatitis B ◽  
Personal Data ◽  
Pathogenic Microorganisms ◽  
Dental Clinic ◽  
Dental Staff ◽  
B Virus ◽  
National University ◽  
Cross Transmission ◽  
High Level

The oral cavity is an ecological niche that is a constant source of opportunistic and pathogenic microorganisms, which in turn pose a risk of cross-contamination and can cause systemic infections. The purpose of the study was to analyze the literature on the occurrence of various infectious diseases associated with the provision of dental care, and to assess the risks of their cross-transmission on the basis of data available in the modern literature. Materials and methods. Extensive collection and analysis of literature data was conducted. In addition, a survey was conducted involving 14 doctors of University Dental Clinic, LLC on the basis of the dental faculty of Uzhhorod National University, 4 doctors of the Transcarpathian Regional Dental Clinic after signing informed consent for personal data processing using a self-developed questionnaire. Research results and their discussion. It has been established that dentists, like all healthcare professionals, face an identified risk of occupational exposure to pathogenic microorganisms such as HIV, hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), various types of bacteria, so they must ensure proper procedure technique to combat cross-infections. However, despite the high level of awareness, it has been found that practical steps to prevent them are still insufficient. Conclusions. All viruses and bacteria, including hepatitis B virus that poses the greatest risk of infection, can be transmitted to a patient or dental staff. Dentists must be fully aware of the risk of the spread of infectious agents and ensure effective procedure technique to control cross-infections.

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