scholarly journals Assessment of schoolteachers’ knowledge about management of traumatic dental injuries in Al-Madinah city, Saudi Arabia

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (02) ◽  
pp. 171-175
Author(s):  
Faten A. Alluqmani ◽  
Ola M. Omar

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge of primary and intermediate schoolteachers about the management of TDIs in Al-Madinah city, Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: A previously validated, self-administered, anonymous, close-ended structured questionnaire was administered to schoolteachers in 13 different schools. It included two parts: basic demographic information (part one) and questions regarding the management of dental traumatic injuries (part two). Results: A total of 178 schoolteachers voluntarily completely filled in the questionnaire. Nearly 28.1% of the teachers acquired a first-aid training program and 6.2% only learned about dental injury management in first-aid training. Concerning the knowledge about the management of dental traumatic injuries, 55.1% of teachers realized the appropriate time for treatment of dental traumatic injuries. A few percentage of teachers selected correct answers for the suitable storage medium. The most commonly selected storage media were found to be cold milk, physiological saline, and patient's saliva at 14.6%, 6.7%, and 2.2%, respectively. Conclusion: The knowledge among primary and intermediate schoolteachers in the management of dental traumatic injuries is unsatisfactory.

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
George Borja De Freitas ◽  
Raquel Lira Braga da Silva ◽  
Paula Bernardon ◽  
Luiz Roberto Coutinho Manhães Júnior ◽  
Julierme Ferreira Rocha ◽  
...  

Dentre os causadores de impacto negativo na qualidade de vida, o traumatismo dentário alcança um caráter especial por estar, juntamente com a doença cárie e o câncer bucal, entre os principais problemas de saúde pública em todo o mundo. Este trabalho objetiva relatar a importância do tratamento de urgência do cirurgião-dentista frente às fraturas dento-alveolares. Paciente do gênero feminino, 7 anos de idade, vítima de acidente doméstico, apresentava inicialmente ao exame clínico intra-oral, ferimento corto-contuso em lábio superior e luxação lateral do elemento 11 e luxação extrusiva do elemento 21. Foi realizada sutura em região de ferimento corto-contuso e reposicionamento dos elementos traumatizados, devido a paciente ter sido encaminhada para um serviço público, improvisou-se com a utilização de uma agulha de injeção 27G e colagem com resina composta. Após 07 dias a paciente retornou para reavaliação clínica e realização do exame radiográfico, onde se constatou que as raízes dos elementos traumatizados 11 e 21 ainda estavam em processo de rizogênese, desse modo, sugeriu-se uma abordagem multidisciplinar em parceria com a equipe de endodontia para tratamento e condução do caso de modo a propiciar a completa formação radicular. Ao exame radiográfico final observou-se a completa formação radicular, a paciente encontra-se em proservação há 3 anos, sem indícios clínicos e radiográficos de reabsorção radicular. Traumatismos faciais são frequentes e requerem uma atuação rápida, principalmente em crianças e adolescentes. O papel do cirurgião-dentista frente a esses acidentes visa a melhoria no prognóstico das lesões físicas e o estado psicológico dos pacientes.Descritores: Traumatismos Dentários, Dentição Permanente, Avulsão Dentária.ReferênciasPetersen PE, Bourgeois D, Ogawa H, Estupinan-Day S, Ndiaye C. The global burden of oral diseases and risks to oral health. Bull World Health Organ. 2005;83(9):661-69.Yero MIM, González FB, Mursulí SM, Cruz MMC.Traumatismo dentario. 15 a 18 años. Escuela Militar Camilo Cienfuegos. Sancti Spíritus 2011. Gac Méd Espirit. 2013;15(1):92-102.Santos KSA, Monteiro BVB, Fernandes LV, Carvalho Neto LG, Carneiro FG.  Tratamento de traumatismo dento alveolares e reabilitação protética em paciente jovem – relato de caso. Odontol Clín Cient. 2010;9(2):181-84.Percinoto C (org). Abordagem do traumatismo dentário. Manual de referência da Associação Brasileira de Odontopediatria. 2003;21(1):344-76.Oliveira FAM, Gerhardt de Oliveira M, Orso VA, Oliveira VR.  Traumatismo dentoalveolar: revisão de literatura, Rev cir traumatol buco-maxilo-fac. 2004;4(1):15-21.Ferreira MC, Batista AM, Marques LS, Ferreira Fde O, Medeiros-Filho JB, Ramos-Jorge ML. Retrospective evaluation of tooth injuries and associated factors at a hospital emergency ward. BMC Oral Health. 2015;15(1):137.Guedes OA, Alencar AHG, Lopes LG, Pécora JD, Estrela C. A retrospective study of Traumatic Dental Injuries in a Brazilian dental urgency service. Braz Dent J. 2010;21(2):153-57.Díaz JA, Bustos L, Brandt AC, Fernández BE. Dental injuries among children and adolescents aged 1-15 years attending to public hospital in Temuco, Chile. Dent Traumatol. 2010;26(3):254-61.Cortes MI, Marcenes W, Sheiham A. Prevalence and correlates of traumatic injuries to the permanent teeth of schoolchildren aged 9-14 years in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Dent Traumatol. 2001;17(1):22-6.Andersson L, Andreasen JO, Day P, Heithersay G, Trope M, Diangelis AJ, et al. International Association of Dental Traumatology guidelines for the management of traumatic dental injuries: 2. Avulsion of permanent teeth. Dent Traumatol. 2012;28(2):88-96.Santos ME, Habecost AP, Gomes FV, Weber JB, de Oliveira MG. Parent and caretaker knowledge about avulsion of permanent teeth. Dent Traumatol. 2009;25(2):203-8.Poi WR, Sonoda CK, Martins CM, Melo ME, Pellizzer EP, Mendonça MR et al. Storage media for avulsed teeth: a literature review. Braz Dent J. 2013;24(5):437-45.Moura CC, Soares PB, de Paula Reis MV, Fernandes Neto AJ, Zanetta Barbosa D, Soares CJ. Potential of coconut water and soy milk for use as storage media to preserve the viability of periodontal ligament cells: an in vitro study. Dent Traumatol. 2014;30(1):22-6.von Arx T, Filippi A, Buser D. Splinting of traumatized teeth with a new device: TTS (Titanium Trauma Splint). Dent Traumatol. 2001;17(4):180-84. Andreasen JO, Andreasen FM, Bakland LK, Flores MT. Manual de Traumatismo Dental. Porto Alegre: Artes Médicas Sul; 2000.Vasconcellos RJH, Oliveira DM, Nogueira RVB, Maciel AP, Cordeiro MC. Trauma na dentição decídua: enfoque atual. Rev cir traumatol buco-maxilo-fac. 2003;3(2):17-24.Andreasen JO, Andreasen FM, Andersson L. Textbook and color atlas of traumatic injuries to the teeth. 4th ed. Oxford: Blackwell 2007.p.337-71.Losso EM, Tavares MCR, Bertoli FMP, Baratto-Filho F. Traumatismo dentoalveolar na dentição decídua. RSBO. 2011;8(1):e1-20.Granville-Garcia AF, Menezes VA, Lira PI. Prevalence and sociodemographic factors associated with dental trauma in prescholers. Odontol Clín-Cient. 2006; 5(1):57-64.Panzarini SR, Saad Neto M, Sonoda CK, Poi WR, Carvalho AC. Avulsões dentárias em pacientes jovens e adultos na região de Araçatuba. Rev Assoc Paul Cir Dent. 2003;57(1):27-31.


2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manal A. Awad ◽  
Eman AlHammadi ◽  
Mariam Malalla ◽  
Zainab Maklai ◽  
Aisha Tariq ◽  
...  

Introduction. In this cross-sectional study, the level of knowledge and attitude of elementary school teachers regarding traumatic dental injuries (TDI) were assessed. Materials and Methods. A questionnaire was distributed to 330 elementary school teachers in 30 randomly selected schools in the Emirates of Sharjah and Dubai. The questionnaire collected information on participants’ demographic characteristics, first aid training, and attitude about emergency management of TDI. Results. 292 teachers (88%) completed the questionnaires; of these, 95% were females, and 50% of the participants had first aid training. Knowledge about tooth avulsion was inadequate, and first aid training was not associated with correct responses to management of avulsed teeth (p>0.05). A significantly higher percentage of younger teachers (p<0.05) expressed the need for future education on TDI management. A significantly higher percentage of participants who had an educational position (95%) indicated that they did not have enough knowledge regarding TDI compared to physical education teachers (79%) and administrators (87%) (p<0.05). Conclusions. Elementary school teachers in the UAE have a low level of knowledge regarding the management of dental trauma. Educational programs that address TDI are needed and could improve the elementary school teachers’ level of knowledge in emergency management of TDI.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Girish Suragimath ◽  
Ashwinirani SR

Traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) occur when a person undergoes trauma due to variety of reasons. Traumatic injuries are part of the growing up years and can have ever lasting wounds with scarring on the affected individuals. Treatment and rehabilitation of the teeth with traumatic injuries are essential for long term survival of the teeth. Immediate care, appropriate diagnosis and treatment with comprehensive follow-up are essential for a favorable prognosis of the affected teeth. A coordinated effort from different specialties including general dentist, oral radiologist, pediatric dentist, periodontist, oral surgeon, orthodontist and endodontist is essential for success of the treatment. Team efforts involving these different specialists will help the patient to receive successful long term outcome. Proper oral hygiene maintenance during and after traumatic dental injury, is required to stop the deterioration of the tooth and periodontal structures. The caregiver in children and the adult with traumatic dental injuries should be educated and guided about the proper oral hygiene techniques especially in the areas with dental injury. Dentist must be aware of the treatments rendered to the teeth with trauma and should have up-to-date knowledge of the oral hygiene measures to be inculcated in the subjects with dental trauma. This chapter highlights the oral hygiene measures to be followed by the subjects with TDIs and also includes measures to be followed by the dentist in such a scenario.


2012 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 142-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vikas Bendgude ◽  
Basavaprabhu Akkareddy ◽  
Amey Panse ◽  
Deepak Metha ◽  
Bhushan Jawale ◽  
...  

ABSTRACT Aim The present study was conducted to assess the correlation of traumatic dental injuries and overjet among school going girls of age 11 to 17 years in Pune, India. Materials and methods A cross-sectional survey was carried out with 2045 school girls aged 11 to 17 years, attending public elementary schools in Pune, India. The traumatic dental injuries were assessed according to Ellis and Davey's criteria. Occlusion was recorded according to Angle's classification and overjet was measured using a WHO 621 probe. The data obtained was subjected to statistical analysis using Mann-Whitney test. Results There was a significant (Z −2.785) association between increase in overjet and occurrence of trauma. Children with increased overjet were 3.09 times more likely to have dental injuries. Conclusion It can be concluded from the present study that a significant correlation exists between amount of overjet and prevalence of traumatic injuries among children. The percentage of trauma prevalence increases with the increase of overjet. Clinical significance Traumatic dental injury is not a result of disease but a consequence of several factors that will accumulate throughout life if not properly treated. One of the most important factors significantly contributing to traumatic dental injuries is the anterior overjet. Hence, correction of increased anterior overjet may help in prevention of traumatic injuries. How to cite this article Bendgude V, Akkareddy B, Panse A, Singh R, Metha D, Jawale B, Garcha V, Jathar P. Correlation between Dental Traumatic Injuries and Overjet among 11 to 17 years Indian Girls with Angle's Class I Molar Relation. J Contemp Dent Pract 2012;13(2):142-146.


Author(s):  
Amsalu Birara Melese ◽  
Alemtsehay Alemu Tesema ◽  
Amare Simegn

Abstract Background: Injuries are very common now a day and can occur at any point of time in a day to day life. Among them, injuries in school children rank a major part. The objective of this research to evaluate knowledge, attitude and practice towards first aid and factors associated among kindergarten teachers. Methods: Institutions based cross-sectional quantitative study design was employed. The study was conducted in Bahir dar town, Amhara region, Ethiopia from March to May 2017. A Pre-tested and structured questionnaire was used to collect data. Binary and multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the separate and confounding effect for variables. Result: A total of 173 respondents were interviewed with a response rate of 93%. From the total respondents 97 (56.1%) scored above mean for knowledge question, In particular, subjects lacked knowledge regarding first aid for Human/animal bite (60.1%) was not answered correctly. Regarding practice out of all respondents, 128(74%) had faced the child in need of first aid. About attitude, all respondents (100%) felt good attitude towards giving and learning first aid. Service year (AOR=8.6, 95%CI0.035-0.399) and previous first aid training (AOR=2.5, 95%CI 1.138-5.570) were found to have a significant association with knowledge of first aid. Conclusion: The knowledge of kindergarten teachers towards first aid were found to be low while they have the good attitude towards giving first aid and receiving training on first aid. It remains necessary to increase their actual first aid knowledge and skills.  


2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 51
Author(s):  
Syazwani Hassan ◽  
Nur Nabila Zulkifly ◽  
Annapurny Venkiteswaran ◽  
Rohaida Abdul Halim

To ascertain the level of knowledge among primary school teachers towards the management of traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) in school and to determine the preference among teachers regarding the education tools that can be used to increase awareness and knowledge among them. A total of 150 teachers from primary schools in three different districts were included in the study and they were given self-administered questionnaires to be filled. The validated questionnaire was distributed randomly in the selected schools. The questionnaire included two scenarios comprising of tooth fracture and avulsion. Questions regarding awareness and management of these scenarios were asked. All 150 participants answered the questionnaire; of these 74% were females 26% were males. 64% of the participants had received tertiary education. Although 70% of teachers had obtained first aid training, only 9.3% of them had received training regrading dental injuries. About 53% of participants knew the correct answer for the appropriate response to fractured tooth and only 35.3% managed to correctly answer the question related to appropriate response to an avulsed tooth. Only 38.7% knew about appropriate rinsing solution and a mere 4.7% were familiar with proper storage media. Even though the teachers have poor knowledge regarding management of dental injuries, it is reassuring to know that 93% of them are keen on further training and awareness. More educational programmes need to be introduced to empower the teachers with the relevant knowledge required to deal with dental emergencies.


2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (08) ◽  
pp. 874-886
Author(s):  
Navpreet Kaur ◽  
Nikhil Srivastava ◽  
Vivek Rana ◽  
Noopur Kaushik ◽  
Tushar Pruthi

Avulsion injury is one of the most severe types of traumatic dental injuries. Following avulsion, periodontal ligament tissues are injured and the vessels and nerves of the pulp rupture at the apical foramen which causes pulp necrosis. In studies it was reported that the key to retention of the knocked-out teeth was to maintain the viability of the periodontal ligament. Storage media plays an important role in preserving the viability of PDL cells during extra alveolar time. This article highlights the different storage medias available for avulsed teeth, along with their merits and demerits.


2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 32-38
Author(s):  
Tanzeem Ahmed ◽  
Nikhil Kaushal ◽  
Sujeet Singh ◽  
Rashmi Agarwal

Aims and Objectives: To determine the prevalence and etiology of fractured anterior teeth due to trauma among 8–14 years old school going children of Hyderabad city. Materials and method: A cross-sectional study was carried out in 8-14 year old children studying in various schools of Hyderabad for the assessment of traumatic injuries of anterior teeth. Clinical examination was carried out and type of teeth affected, type of fracture, overjet and lip competence were noted. A closed end questionnaire was given to children with questions regarding etiology of trauma, place of injury, symptoms or outcomes after the injury, whether a dentist was consulted, type of treatment done by dentist and time elapsed between trauma and treatment. All the results were analyzed using “statistical package for social sciences” (SPSS) 20.0 software. Results: The prevalence of dental trauma was found to be 7.84%. 11-14year old children showed higher prevalence. Males were more affected than females. Maxillary central incisors were most affected. Fracture involving enamel and dentin were recorded the highest. Children having overjet of >3mm and incompetent lips were at a higher risk of dental trauma (p value = 0.001). The most common cause of injury was sports and home was the most common place of occurrence of injury. Most of the traumatic dental injuries (TDI) did not undergo any treatment. Conclusion: Increasing the awareness of the parents and teachers about the prevention of TDI and the importance of consulting the dentist after trauma should be instituted.


2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 177-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rahul Hegde ◽  
Geet Agrawal

ABSTRACT Aims and objectives To measure the prevalence of anterior teeth trauma in 9- to 14-year-old schoolchildren and their association with predisposing factors, such as lip competence, molar relationship, overjet, and variables, such as age, gender, and cause of trauma. Materials and methods Epidemiological cross-sectional study was carried out among 3,012 schoolchildren aged 9 to 14 years in Navi Mumbai (Kharghar-Belapur region). The sample size was derived using the stratified random sampling method; we picked six schools from the region. These schools had 3,000 students in the acceptable age group of the study which constituted our final sample size. All children were examined for traumatic dental injuries, and the children with positive findings were further examined for lip competence, Angle's molar relationship, and overjet. The results were statistically analyzed using cross-tabulation and Chi-square test. Results The prevalence of dental injuries was 7.3%, and the ratio of male to female children was found to be 1.6:1. The maximum number of traumatic dental injuries was found with class I molar relationship and overjet less than 3.5 mm in children with competent lips. Maximum number of injuries occurred in the age group of 13–14 years. The most predominant type of injury was the enamel fracture and the most common cause determined was due to fall. Conclusion The present study is a collection of data on traumatic injuries to anterior teeth, which is seen very commonly in day-to-day practice. The frequency and cause of traumatic injuries to anterior teeth is important for identification of risk groups, treatment needs, and cost involved in order for establishing effective preventive measures. How to cite this article Hegde R, Agrawal G. Prevalence of Traumatic Dental Injuries to the Permanent Anterior Teeth among 9- to 14-year-old Schoolchildren of Navi Mumbai (Kharghar-Belapur Region), India. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2017;10(2):177-182.


2020 ◽  
Vol 59 (233) ◽  
Author(s):  
Snigdha Shubham ◽  
Manisha Nepal ◽  
Ravish Mishra ◽  
Laxmi Kandel ◽  
Narayan Gautam

Introduction: Traumatic dental injury is an injury inflicted on the dentoalveolar system. It has a physical as well as a psychological impact. Despite this concern, epidemiological data regarding its prevalence is insufficient in the literature of Nepal. Hence, this study’s objective was to investigate the prevalence of traumatic dental injuries for the patients visiting Universal College of Medical Sciences, Bhairahawa, Nepal, over five years. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using records from the medical record section for the patients presenting at the dental emergency outpatient department of the Universal College of Medical Sciences, Bhairahawa, Nepal, between April 2014 and April 2019. Ethical approval was taken from the Institutional Review Committee of the Universal College of Medical Sciences. Patient demographic data, type of traumatic dental injuries, and etiologies were evaluated from the record section. Results: Out of 10,080 patients registered during the study period, 793 patients (7.86%) were due to traumatic dental injury, out of which 628 (79.2%) were male, and 165 (20.8%) were female. The most vulnerable age group was 20-29 years (42.4%). Most frequently, injuries occurred in June (16%). Road traffic accidents (57.8 %) were the most common mode, and complicated crown-root fracture (23.3%) was the most common type of traumatic dental injury. Conclusions: The frequency of 7.86% of traumatic dental injury indicates that dental traumatology needs special attention for policy planning and professional training.


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