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BioMed Research International 2021The function of the masticatory apparatus is complete when the dentition is intact with contact between the individual teeth and proper occlusion with the antagonists....
INTRODUCTION
The function of the masticatory apparatus is complete when the dentition is intact with contact between the individual teeth and proper occlusion with the antagonists. For years, occlusal contacts have been studied to determine their exact location and describing various materials and methods for their registration such as paper foil, silk, and Shimstock foil. For years, occlusal contacts have been studied to determine their exact location and describe various materials and methods for their registration such as paper foil, silk, shim stock foil, the T-Scan system, and more recently the OccluSense system. The primary aim of the study was at evaluating which of the occlusal indicators is the most commonly used in practice, and the secondary aim was whether dentists are willing to use digital methods to examine occlusion.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
The main primary information of the survey was collected by sending electronically anonymous questionnaires to 2014 dentists, randomly selected from all regions of the country. 228 questionnaires were filled in and returned. To achieve the goal of the study, the self-developed questionnaire was created and tested to survey the opinion about the use of occlusal indicators in dental practice. Each questionnaire contains questions about the sociodemographic and professional status of the people in the group and their opinion about the positives and negatives and the effectiveness of occlusal indicators.
RESULTS
The obtained results confirm the statement that the most frequently used occlusal indicator in dental practice is the articulation paper. Articulation foil and silk are used less frequently than articulation paper. Of the listed quality indicators, Shimstock foil is rarely used in practice. Of the indicated quantitative indicators, the T-Scan system is more used than the OccluSense system. In the era of rapid technology development, the opinion and desire of dentists to increasingly want to introduce in their clinical practice quantitative methods are the digital diagnosis of occlusion.
CONCLUSION
In any dental practice, if technically possible, digital methods would be used, giving more accurate and reliable data on the registered occlusal contacts.
Topics: Adult; Aged; Attitude; Bulgaria; Dental Occlusion; Dentistry; Dentists; Diagnostic Tests, Routine; Female; Humans; Indicators and Reagents; Jaw Relation Record; Male; Malocclusion; Middle Aged; Motivation; Occlusal Adjustment; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 34778449
DOI: 10.1155/2021/2177385 -
International Journal of Environmental... Apr 2023The advent of new technology has caused significant changes in the field of dentistry, enabling dentists and orthodontists to provide more efficient and effective...
The advent of new technology has caused significant changes in the field of dentistry, enabling dentists and orthodontists to provide more efficient and effective treatments to their patients [...].
Topics: Humans; Dentists; Public Health; Orthodontists; Dental Care; Technology
PubMed: 37047978
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20075364 -
Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine Feb 2021The dental profession is considered at high potential risk of exposure and transmission of SARS-Cov-2. Thus, dentists should implement special safety measures in order... (Review)
Review
The dental profession is considered at high potential risk of exposure and transmission of SARS-Cov-2. Thus, dentists should implement special safety measures in order to prevent any possible contamination during dental sessions and should be aware of the legal implications of their act in order to avoid malpractice leading them to be a causative agent of transmission of this virus. This paper aimed to provide a global review on COVID-19 preventive recommendations at dental clinics and discussed the legal values of such procedures, the dentist criminal and civil liability arising from transmitting this virus to a patient, the obligation of care under COVID-19 and the possible solution to this dilemma. The review concluded that dentists should follow all modern scientific procedures which are in their interest and in the interest of patients to maintain their safety and advised dentists to document all steps taken during the period of COVID-19 outbreak, because any undocumented action is considered not to have taken place, and they shall be bound by the burden of proof.
Topics: COVID-19; Dental Clinics; Dentists; Humans; Liability, Legal; Malpractice; Practice Patterns, Dentists'; Safety Management; Standard of Care
PubMed: 33516144
DOI: 10.1016/j.jflm.2021.102123 -
Ciencia & Saude Coletiva Sep 2022The purpose of this study was to evaluate, through a scope review, studies that address the perceptions and attitudes of dentists regarding the care of women in... (Review)
Review
The purpose of this study was to evaluate, through a scope review, studies that address the perceptions and attitudes of dentists regarding the care of women in situations of violence. Using the descriptors women violence, dentist attendance or dentist care, 473 articles were identified, of which 13 were included at the end of the selection process. Although the need for training was predominant, it was not sufficient. There is a weakness in understanding violence as a health problem, in understanding the role of the professional in solving this problem, and the factors that can contribute to its growth or its control. The results revealed that the dentist had greater difficulty than other professionals in coping with the issue and required extensive training. The recognition of these cases of abuse by the dentist requires the incorporation of educational measures that cause cultural changes, deconstruction of gender norms and the denaturalization of this social phenomenon.
Topics: Attitude of Health Personnel; Dentists; Emergency Medical Services; Female; Humans; Violence
PubMed: 36000658
DOI: 10.1590/1413-81232022279.22532021 -
Indian Journal of Dental Research :... 2020Empathy is one of the major essential elements in patient and dentist relationship. Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) has been used extensively to measure empathy...
BACKGROUND
Empathy is one of the major essential elements in patient and dentist relationship. Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) has been used extensively to measure empathy among medical and other health professions. However, its validity in dental profession remains to be explored.
AIMS
To examine the psychometric properties of IRI and also to assess the factors influencing the dental students' empathy.
SETTING AND DESIGN
A cross-sectional questionnaire study was carried out among 100 dental interns and postgraduates using IRI.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Patients were selected randomly from six dental colleges in Bangalore. Internal consistency of items was evaluated by Cronbach's alpha and construct validity was assessed by confirmatory factor analysis with an orthogonal varimax rotation of factors.
STATISTICAL ANALYSIS USED
The data were evaluated using SPSS 22. Descriptive and inferential statistics were performed with significance set at 5%.
RESULTS
Internal consistency of IRI (Cronbach's alpha: perspective taking = 0.76, fantasy = 0.80, empathic concern = 0.72, and personal distress = 0.79) was good. A four-factor solution emerged, accounting for 52% of total variance. The mean age of the participants was 24.25 ± 1.95 years. The mean for empathic concern domain was highest (20.75 ± 1.64). Gender, career choice, academic performance, and work satisfaction were associated with increased empathy scores, whereas depression and stress were associated with decreased empathy scores (P < 0.05).
CONCLUSION
This study confirms the construct validity and reliability of the IRI for assessing empathy in dental students. Empathy scores among students varied depending on professional/personal factors.
Topics: Adult; Cross-Sectional Studies; Dentists; Empathy; Humans; India; Reproducibility of Results; Young Adult
PubMed: 32246675
DOI: 10.4103/ijdr.IJDR_365_18 -
Australian Dental Journal Mar 2020To examine the efect of age and gender on dental services provided by dentists in Australia, and compare with previous estimates across the period 1983-1984 to 2013-2014.
OBJECTIVES
To examine the efect of age and gender on dental services provided by dentists in Australia, and compare with previous estimates across the period 1983-1984 to 2013-2014.
METHODS
Data were collected by mailed survey from a random sample of Australian dentists. Private sector dentists were the focus of the analysis. Data were weighted to the age and sex distribution of Australian practising dentists.
RESULTS
The analysis was based on service logs collected from n = 211 dentists. Adjusted results (rate ratio, 95% CI) showed male dentists had higher endodontic rates (1.7, 1.0-2.9) than female dentists. Dentists aged 40-49 years had higher restorative rates (1.6, 1.1-2.2) but lower preventive rates (0.5, 0.3-0.9) than those aged 20-29 years. Diagnostic services were lower for dentists aged 40-49 to 60+ years (0.8, 0.6-0.9), while denture services were higher for dentists aged 40-49 (11.1, 2.5-48.5) to 60+ years (6.4, 1.2-33.3). Crowns were higher for dentists aged 40-49 (2.4, 1.0-5.6) and 50-59 years (2.9, 1.3-6.6). Diagnostic and preventive services were consistently higher across 1983-1984 to 2013-2014.
CONCLUSIONS
Younger dentists provided higher rates of diagnostic and preventive services. Over a 30-year period, there was a consistent trend towards higher provision of diagnostic and preventive services.
Topics: Adult; Australia; Crowns; Dental Care; Dentists; Dentists, Women; Female; General Practice, Dental; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Practice Patterns, Dentists'; Sex Distribution; Surveys and Questionnaires; Young Adult
PubMed: 31814141
DOI: 10.1111/adj.12741 -
Australian Dental Journal Sep 2021Familiarity with cone beam computed tomography is a requisite for all dental practitioners involved in its use or referral. This scoping review examines the knowledge,... (Review)
Review
Familiarity with cone beam computed tomography is a requisite for all dental practitioners involved in its use or referral. This scoping review examines the knowledge, attitudes, competence and confidence of dental practitioners and students towards cone beam computed tomography in the dental setting. A search of Medline, Scopus, Web of Science and Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature was conducted to identify and chart existing evidence. Relevant studies written in English and published after 1998 and up to July 2020 were included. Of 679 papers, 39 studies were included for analysis. Key findings include deficient knowledge despite a widespread recognition of its importance and willingness to increase proficiency in its use, as well as a largely positive and optimistic view of the technology. Future studies on practitioners' knowledge and attitudes towards cone beam computed tomography are suggested to consider the contexts of an Australian setting.
Topics: Attitude; Australia; Cone-Beam Computed Tomography; Dentistry; Dentists; Humans; Professional Role
PubMed: 33527402
DOI: 10.1111/adj.12829 -
British Dental Journal Apr 2021Clinical governance permeates all aspects of dental practice regardless of speciality or workplace. Many of the principles of clinical governance form part of essential...
Clinical governance permeates all aspects of dental practice regardless of speciality or workplace. Many of the principles of clinical governance form part of essential legal and professional obligations for continued practice as a dentist. In light of this, this article aims to highlight the core concepts of clinical governance and aid dental practitioners to apply these to patient care.
Topics: Clinical Governance; Dentistry; Dentists; Humans; Professional Role; Workplace
PubMed: 33893430
DOI: 10.1038/s41415-021-2839-9 -
BMC Oral Health Jan 2023COVID-19 has impacted and increased risks for all populations, including orthodontic patients and providers. It also changes the practice management and infection...
BACKGROUND
COVID-19 has impacted and increased risks for all populations, including orthodontic patients and providers. It also changes the practice management and infection control landscape in the practices. This study aimed to investigate the COVID-19 infection and vaccination status of orthodontic providers and mitigation approaches in orthodontic practices in the United States during 2021.
METHODS
A validated 50-question research electronic data capture (REDCap) browser-based questionnaire was distributed to 12,393 orthodontists and pediatric dentists who reported actively providing orthodontic treatment. Questions were designed to collect demographic data of respondents, evaluate the COVID-19 mitigation approaches, and evaluate the history of COVID-19 infection and vaccination status of the orthodontic providers. Associations of demographic and the COVID-19 mitigation approaches were assessed using chi-square tests at the significance level of 0.05.
RESULTS
Four hundred fifty-seven returned the survey (response rate 3.69%) for analysis. Most respondents were vaccinated, and increased infection control measures in response to the pandemic. Half of the respondents practiced teledentistry and switched to digital impression systems. Two-thirds reported difficulties in attaining PPEs due to the increased cost and scarcity of PPEs. About 6% of respondents reported a history of COVID-19 infection, and 68.9% of their staff had COVID-19 infection. Statistically significant associations were found between increased practice experience with difficulties in acquiring PPE (p = .010). There were no significant associations between races of respondents, geographic location, and years of practicing when cross-tabulated with vaccination status or COVID-19 infection rate (p > .05).
CONCLUSION
Increased infection control strategies were employed in almost all orthodontic practices in addition to existing universal precaution. Most of the orthodontic providers and their staff members were vaccinated. While staff's infection rates were an issue, doctors' infection rates remained low.
Topics: Child; Humans; COVID-19; Orthodontists; Dentists; Infection Control; Universal Precautions; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 36611143
DOI: 10.1186/s12903-022-02705-1 -
Journal of Infection in Developing... Oct 2022The availability of evidence-based information sources for dentists is essential to influence antibiotic prescribing practices and we need to understand how dentists...
INTRODUCTION
The availability of evidence-based information sources for dentists is essential to influence antibiotic prescribing practices and we need to understand how dentists interact with such sources and how this influences their practice. The present study aimed to evaluate dentists' preferred sources of information and their awareness of available information and initiatives on prudent antibiotic prescribing practices in Jordan.
METHODOLOGY
An online cross-sectional questionnaire was administered to dentists between July to September 2021. It was an adapted version of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) survey for antibiotic use and resistance.
RESULTS
A total of 204 dentists responded to the survey. The main sources of information regarding avoiding unnecessary antibiotic prescribing were published guidelines (35.5%), the dental professional body (20.0%), colleagues or peers (18.6%), and scientific organizations (17.2%), with the influence of these sources on changing prescribers' views being 40.7%, 9.8%, 10.3%, and 14.2%, respectively. Of the surveyed dentists, 9.3%, 33.8%, and 56.9% were aware, unaware, and unsure of the presence of national action plans on antimicrobial resistance, respectively. Dentists reported their desire to receive more information about resistance to antibiotics (57.8%), medical conditions for which antibiotics are used (52.9%), how to use antibiotics (41.2%), prescribing of antibiotics (39.7%), and links between the health of humans, animals, and the environment (26.0%).
CONCLUSIONS
The study provided insights into the information available to and used by dentists, which can inform effective antimicrobial stewardship strategies for improving antibiotic prescribing.
Topics: Humans; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Practice Patterns, Dentists'; Cross-Sectional Studies; Dentists; Jordan
PubMed: 36332214
DOI: 10.3855/jidc.16540