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Epidemiology and Indices of Gingival and Periodontal Disease Dr
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY/Copyright ° 1981 by The American Academy of Pedodontics Vol. 3, Special Issue Epidemiology and indices of gingival and periodontal disease Dr. Poulsen Sven Poulsen, Dr Odont Abstract Validity of an index indicates to what extent the This paper reviews some of the commonly used indices index measures what it is intended to measure. Deter- for measurement of gingivitis and periodontal disease. mination of validity is dependent on the availability Periodontal disease should be measured using loss of of a so-called validating criterion. attachment, not pocket depth. The reliability of several of Pocket depth may not reflect loss of periodontal the indices has been tested. Calibration and training of attachment as a sign of periodontal disease. This is be- examiners seems to be an absolute requirement for a cause gingival swelling will increase the distance from satisfactory inter-examiner reliability. Gingival and periodontal disease is much more severe in several the gingival margin to the bottom of the clinical populations in the Far East than in Europe and North pocket (pseudo-pockets). Thus, depth of the periodon- America, and gingivitis seems to increase with age resulting tal pocket may not be a valid measurement for perio- in loss of periodontal attachment in approximately 40% of dontal disease. 15-year-old children. Apart from the validity and reliability of an index, important factors such as the purpose of the study, Introduction the level of disease in the population, the conditions under which the examinations are going to be per- Epidemiological data form the basis for planning formed etc., will have to enter into choice of an index. -
Probiotic Alternative to Chlorhexidine in Periodontal Therapy: Evaluation of Clinical and Microbiological Parameters
microorganisms Article Probiotic Alternative to Chlorhexidine in Periodontal Therapy: Evaluation of Clinical and Microbiological Parameters Andrea Butera , Simone Gallo * , Carolina Maiorani, Domenico Molino, Alessandro Chiesa, Camilla Preda, Francesca Esposito and Andrea Scribante * Section of Dentistry–Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Paediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; [email protected] (A.B.); [email protected] (C.M.); [email protected] (D.M.); [email protected] (A.C.); [email protected] (C.P.); [email protected] (F.E.) * Correspondence: [email protected] (S.G.); [email protected] (A.S.) Abstract: Periodontitis consists of a progressive destruction of tooth-supporting tissues. Considering that probiotics are being proposed as a support to the gold standard treatment Scaling-and-Root- Planing (SRP), this study aims to assess two new formulations (toothpaste and chewing-gum). 60 patients were randomly assigned to three domiciliary hygiene treatments: Group 1 (SRP + chlorhexidine-based toothpaste) (control), Group 2 (SRP + probiotics-based toothpaste) and Group 3 (SRP + probiotics-based toothpaste + probiotics-based chewing-gum). At baseline (T0) and after 3 and 6 months (T1–T2), periodontal clinical parameters were recorded, along with microbiological ones by means of a commercial kit. As to the former, no significant differences were shown at T1 or T2, neither in controls for any index, nor in the experimental -
Dental Health and Lung Disease
American Thoracic Society PATIENT EDUCATION | INFORMATION SERIES Dental Health and Lung Disease How healthy your teeth and gums are can play a role at times in how well your lung disease is controlled. Cavities and gum disease are due in part to bacterial infection. This infection can spread bacteria to the lungs. Also, some lung disease medicines can have a negative effect on teeth or gums, like increasing risk of infection and staining or loss of tooth enamel. This fact sheet with review why good oral/dental health is important in people with lung disease. How can dental problems affect lung diseases? saliva products such as Biotene™. Oxygen or PAP therapy Cavities and gingivitis (gum infections) are caused by germs that is not humidified can also cause a dry mouth. Using a (bacteria). Teeth and gums are reservoirs for germs that can humidifier to add moisture to oxygen and CPAP or biPAP travel down to the lungs and harm them. Bacteria live in dental devices can be helpful. plaque, a film that forms on teeth. The bacteria will continue to Thrush (oral candidiasis) is a fungal (yeast) infection in the grow and multiply. You can stop this by removing plaque with mouth that can be caused by inhaled medications such as thorough daily tooth brushing and flossing. Some bacteria can corticosteroids. We all have various microbes that live in our be inhaled into the lungs on tiny droplets of saliva. Healthy mouth (normal flora). Candidia yeast can normally live in the lungs have protective defenses to deal with those “invasions.” mouth, but other mouth flora and a healthy immune system Disease-damaged lungs are not as able to defend themselves, keep it under control. -
Desensitizing Agent Reduces Dentin Hypersensitivity During Ultrasonic Scaling: a Pilot Study Dentistry Section
Original Article DOI: 10.7860/JCDR/2015/13775.6495 Desensitizing Agent Reduces Dentin Hypersensitivity During Ultrasonic Scaling: A Pilot Study Dentistry Section TOMONARI SUDA1, HIROAKI KOBAYASHI2, TOSHIHARU AKIYAMA3, TAKUYA TAKANO4, MISA GOKYU5, TAKEAKI SUDO6, THATAWEE KHEMWONG7, YUICHI IZUMI8 ABSTRACT of the dentin hypersensitivity agent. Evaluation of effects on Background: Dentin hypersensitivity can interfere with optimal dentin hypersensitivity was determined by a questionnaire and periodontal care by dentists and patients. The pain associated visual analog scale (VAS) pain scores after ultrasonic scaling. with dentin hypersensitivity during ultrasonic scaling is intolerable The statistical analysis was performed using the paired Student for patient and interferes with the procedure, particularly during t-test and Spearman rank correlation coefficient. supportive periodontal therapy (SPT) for patients with gingival Results: The desensitizing agent reduced the mean VAS pain recession. score from 69.33 ± 16.02 at baseline to 26.08 ± 27.99 after Aim: This study proposed to evaluate the desensitizing effect of application. The questionnaire revealed that >80% patients the oxalic acid agent on pain caused by dentin hypersensitivity were satisfied and requested the application of the desensitizing during ultrasonic scaling. agent for future ultrasonic scaling sessions. Materials and Methods: This study involved 12 patients who Conclusion: This study shows that the application of the oxalic were incorporated in SPT program and complained of dentin acid agent considerably reduces pain associated with dentin hypersensitivity during ultrasonic scaling. We examined the hypersensitivity experienced during ultrasonic scaling. This availability of the oxalic acid agent to compare the degree of pain control treatment may improve patient participation and pain during ultrasonic scaling with or without the application treatment efficiency. -
Assessing Health, Promoting Wellness
Assessing Health, Promoting Wellness Dental Health The health of the teeth and gums is related to the health of the whole person, just as the well-be ing of a person relates to the health of the entire community. Because of this, the usual separation between dentistry and general health care is neither reasonable nor healthy. David Werner, in Dickson, M. (updated 2006). Where there is no dentist: A book of methods, aids, and ideas for instructors at the village level. Berkeley, CA: Hesperian Foundation. 1 Assessing Health, Promoting Wellness Bob’s Story One day a week, Bob McGonagle walks past the drug dealers and prostitutes, making his way to the McMicken Dental Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He unlocks the door, walks in, pulls out the bucket, mop, and cleansers, and begins to clean. With great pride and careful attention to detail, Bob cleans the dental clinic where he once received services. Twice a year, he strips and waxes the floor so that the patients who come in feel that they are worth something. ―I walked around for two years putting my hand over my mouth when I talked because my teeth were such a mess,‖ Bob remembers. Then he met Judith Allen and the staff at McMicken Dental Center. ―Dr. Allen got me new teeth,‖ Bob says, smiling to show them off. Bob is articulate and engaging. His energy is effusive. ―I‘ve traveled all over the country. I was a businessman. I wore $500 suits.‖ Now, as Bob tells his story, openly and with great self-awareness, he focuses more on kindness and compassion than on jet-setting and expensive wardrobes. -
Brush and Floss for Healthy Gums!
Patient Page from the American Academy of Periodontology Brush and Floss for Healthy Gums! One of the easiest ways to help prevent How to Floss gum disease is to brush and floss every Using about 18 inches of floss, wrap the day, so therefore it is very important to floss around your middle finger. Wrap know the correct way to take care of the rest around your other middle finger, your teeth and gums. It does not matter leaving 2-3 inches of floss between your if you brush first or floss first, as long as fingers. While tightly holding the floss you do both (twice a day!). between your thumbs, insert it between two teeth. Curve the floss into a “C” Equipment shape against the tooth, and gently The most commonly used toothbrush is slide it up and down. Then, with the the manual toothbrush. Another option is floss still in between the two teeth, the electric toothbrush, which uses switch the “C” shape against the electrical power to move the brush head. adjacent tooth, and repeat the sliding Don’t Forget The resulting vibrations that are created motion. Move to the next tooth over, your Checkup! gently clean the teeth. It is important to and repeat the process, unwrapping always choose a soft brush head when fresh floss from your middle finger as Daily brushing and flossing is one of using either a manual or electric tooth- you go. the best ways to help prevent gum brush, and to replace the toothbrush disease because it keeps the forma- tion of bacteria-rich plaque to a when the bristles begin to bend (or every For more information on brushing and minimum. -
A Semiannual Publication of the Massachusetts Dental Society
® wo rd of mo uth Summer-Fall 2009 A Semiannual Publication of the Massachusetts Dental Society got dentist? ® got dentist? word of mouth The Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) is pleased to make this publication available to our member dentists as a way of commu- nicating important oral health information to their patients. Information in WORD OF MOUTH articles comes from dental health care profession- als of the MDS and other leading professional dental organizations, including the American We know that many of you already have a dentist whom you Dental Association. If you have any questions visit twice a year for regular dental checkups and treatment. But about specifi c content that may affect your surprisingly enough, nearly half of all Americans (46 percent) do oral health, please contact your dentist. For not have a general dentist, according to the Academy of General timely news regarding oral health, visit the Dentistry. And for those of you who move to a new city or town, “For the Public” section of the MDS Web site at www.massdental.org. or whose dentist retires, finding a new dentist can be a difficult task, especially if you are living in a community where you don’t Your comments and suggestions regarding know many people. Asking for referrals is a good place to start, but WORD OF MOUTH are always welcome. ultimately you will have to decide which dentist is best suited to your All correspondence and requests for individual needs and situation. A variety of factors can come into additional copies may be forwarded to play when choosing a dentist, ranging from the office’s location to Melissa Carman, Managing Editor, c/o the practice’s hours to the level of care you require to the languages Massachusetts Dental Society, Two Willow spoken to whether the practice is accepting new patients. -
Assessment of Bleeding on Probing
J Clin Exp Dent. 2017;9(12):e1431-8. Periodontal health in anticoagulated patients Journal section: Periodontology doi:10.4317/jced.54331 Publication Types: Research http://dx.doi.org/10.4317/jced.54331 A controlled clinical study of periodontal health in anticoagulated patients: Assessment of bleeding on probing Pedro J. Almiñana-Pastor 1, Marta Segarra-Vidal 2, Andrés López-Roldán 2, Francisco M. Alpiste-Illueca 3 1 DD, Post-graduated in Periodontics, Department d´Estomatologia, Facultad de Medicina y Odontologia, Universidad de Valencia, Valencia, Spain 2 Department of Stomatology, School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain 3 MD DD, PhD in Medicine. Assistant Professor of Periodontics, Department d´Estomatologia, Facultad de Medicina y Odontolo- gia, Universidad de Valencia, Valencia, Spain Correspondence: C/ Gascó Oliag 1 46010 – Valencia, Spain Almiñana-Pastor PJ, Segarra-Vidal M, López-Roldán A, Alpiste- [email protected] Illueca FM��������������������������������������������������������������. A controlled clinical study of periodontal health in antico- agulated patients: Assessment of bleeding on probing. J Clin Exp Dent. 2017;9(12):e1431-8. Received: 04/09/2017 http://www.medicinaoral.com/odo/volumenes/v9i12/jcedv9i12p1431.pdf Accepted: 05/11/2017 Article Number: 54331 http://www.medicinaoral.com/odo/indice.htm © Medicina Oral S. L. C.I.F. B 96689336 - eISSN: 1989-5488 eMail: [email protected] Indexed in: Pubmed Pubmed Central® (PMC) Scopus DOI® System Abstract Background: According to the Spanish Society of Cardiology, 700,000 patients receive oral anticoagulants, and in these cases bleeding on probing (BOP) could be altered. However, no studies have analyzed the periodontal status of these patients and the effects anticoagulants may have upon BOP. -
Desensitizing Effect of Sodium Bicarbonate Mouthwash in Patients with Dentinal Hypersensitivity–A Clinical Trial
SOJ Dental and Oral Disorder Research Article Desensitizing Effect of Sodium Bicarbonate Mouthwash in Patients with Dentinal Hypersensitivity–A Clinical Trial Vasundhara Anupam Sambhus,1* Robert Horowitz A,2 Yogesh Sharad Doshi3 1Private Dental Practitioner, Pune 2Clinical Assistant Professor, Arthur Ashman Department of Periodontology & Implant Dentistry, USA 3Professor, Department of Periodontics, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Dental College, India Introduction Dentin Hypersensitivity (DH) is a major complaint of the gen- the decrease in the permeability of dentin and neural sensitivity, eral population. Reports have indicated the incidence of DH is 4 es during the fourth and fifth decades. This may be explained by natural desensitization due to sclerosis and secondary dentin for- to 74percent of the population.1 It poses a challenge for clinicians 2 Den- dentifrices may cause occlusion of dentinal tubules resulting in de- tists rely on the patient’s clinical and dietary history and a thorough mation with increasing age. Even the prolonged use of fluoridated because its presentation is ambiguous with no specific signs. creased sensitivity.4 The higher incidence of DH as seen in females intraoral examination using thermal and tactile stimuli. Dentin re- ceptors have a unique feature of eliciting pain as a response to any environmental stimulus. The sensory response in the pulp cannot than males can be attributed to hormonal influences and dietary involve a single tooth, group of teeth, area of the mouth or it can differentiate between heat, touch, pressure or chemicals, because habits, although the results are statistically insignificant. DH may be generalized. The most commonly affected teeth are premolars - tient perceives any stimulus as a pain.3 Hence careful examination they lack specificity. -
A Clinical Trial to Investigate Digital Gingivitis Image Analysis Method and Examiner-Based Grading in Assessing Experimental Gingivitis Liliana E
University of Connecticut OpenCommons@UConn Master's Theses University of Connecticut Graduate School 6-28-2016 A Clinical Trial To Investigate Digital Gingivitis Image Analysis Method and Examiner-Based Grading in Assessing Experimental Gingivitis Liliana E. Aranguren [email protected] Recommended Citation Aranguren, Liliana E., "A Clinical Trial To Investigate Digital Gingivitis Image Analysis Method and Examiner-Based Grading in Assessing Experimental Gingivitis" (2016). Master's Theses. 1001. https://opencommons.uconn.edu/gs_theses/1001 This work is brought to you for free and open access by the University of Connecticut Graduate School at OpenCommons@UConn. It has been accepted for inclusion in Master's Theses by an authorized administrator of OpenCommons@UConn. For more information, please contact [email protected]. A Clinical Trial to Investigate Digital Gingivitis Image Analysis Method and Examiner-Based Grading in Assessing Experimental Gingivitis Liliana Aranguren D.D.S., Universidad del Zulia, 2002 A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Master of Dental Science at the University of Connecticut 2016 i Copyright by Liliana Aranguren 2016 ii APPROVAL PAGE Master in Dental Science Thesis A Clinical Trial to Investigate Digital Gingivitis Image Analysis Method and Examiner- Based Grading in Assessing Experimental Gingivitis Presented by Liliana Aranguren D.D.S. Major Advisor___________________________________________________________ Effie Ioannidou, DDS, MDS Associate Advisor________________________________________________________ Dr. Patricia I. Diaz, DDS, MSc, PhD Associate Advisor________________________________________________________ Dr. Flavio Uribe DDS University of Connecticut 2016 iii DEDICATION I dedicate this thesis to my wonderful family. You have allowed me to fulfill my dream of becoming a periodontist and for that I will be forever grateful. -
The Control of Pain Due to Dentin Hypersensitivity in Individuals with Molar–Incisor Hypomineralisation: a Protocol for a Randomised Controlled Clinical Trial
Open access Protocol BMJ Open: first published as 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-044653 on 10 March 2021. Downloaded from The control of pain due to dentin hypersensitivity in individuals with molar–incisor hypomineralisation: a protocol for a randomised controlled clinical trial Ana Paula Taboada Sobral ,1,2 Elaine Marcilio Santos,1,3 Ana Cecilia Aranha,4 Paulo Vinícius Soares,5 Caroline Moraes Moriyama,1 Marcela Leticia Leal Gonçalves,1,2 Rodrigo Alves Ribeiro,1 Lara Jansiski Motta ,2 Anna Carolina Ratto Tempestini Horliana ,2 Kristianne Porta Santos Fernandes,2 Raquel Agnelli Mesquita- Ferrari,2 Sandra Kalil Bussadori 1,2 To cite: Sobral APT, ABSTRACT Strengths and limitations of this study Santos EM, Aranha AC, et al. Introduction Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) is defined as The control of pain due to high sensitivity of the vital dentin when exposed to thermal, ► The randomised design will be used to compare dif- dentin hypersensitivity in chemical or tactile stimuli. Two mechanisms are required for individuals with molar–incisor ferent treatment protocols. the occurrence of DH: (1) the dentin must be exposed and hypomineralisation: a protocol ► The patients and the evaluator of the degree of sen- (2) the dentinal tubules must be open and connected to the for a randomised controlled sitivity will be blinded to the allocation. pulp. Molar–incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) is a qualitative clinical trial. BMJ Open ► We are comparing a more conventional treatment abnormality of a genetic origin that affects tooth enamel and, 2021;11:e044653. doi:10.1136/ (sealant), with a more current therapy (low-level la- in most cases, is accompanied by DH. -
Evaluation of Plaque Removal Efficacy of Dental Floss With/Without Chlorhexidine Gel Coating in Patients with Gingivitis - a Clinical and Microbological Study
Scientific Foundation SPIROSKI, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences. 2020 Jun 20; 8(D):118-123. https://doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2020.4141 eISSN: 1857-9655 Category: D - Dental Sciences Section: Periodontology and Oral Medicine Evaluation of Plaque Removal Efficacy of Dental Floss with/without Chlorhexidine Gel Coating in Patients with Gingivitis - A Clinical and Microbological Study Monika Pal1, Santhosh Kumar1*, Padmaja A. Shenoy2, T. A. K. Chaitanya3, G. Pratibha1, G. Subraya Bhat4 1Department of Periodontology, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka, India; 2Department of Microbiology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India; 3Former Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Directorate of Research (Health Sciences), Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Udupi, Karnataka, India; 4Faculty of Periodontics, Preventive Dental Sciences Division, IAU, Dammam, Saudi Arabia Abstract Edited by: Mirko Spiroski BACKGROUND: Chlorhexidine has shown anti-plaque and antimicrobial effects when used as a mouthwash and Citation: Pal M, Kumar S, Shenoy PA, Chaitanya TAK, Pratibha G, Bhat GS. Evaluation of Plaque Removal appears to be effective when used as a topical antiseptic agent. Efficacy of Dental Floss with/without Chlorhexidine Gel in Patients with Gingivitis a Clinical and Microbiological AIM: The present study aimed to compare the efficacy of chlorhexidine gel coated dental floss with that of uncoated Study. Open Access Maced J Med Sci. 2020 Jun 20; dental floss. 8(D):118-123. https://doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2020.4141 Keywords: Chlorhexidine; Dental floss; Dental plaque; METHODS: This parallel, single-blinded, randomized controlled clinical trial Included 30 patients with moderate to Gingivitis; Patient education *Correspondence: Santhosh Kumar, Department severe gingivitis.