Journal of Public Health Dentistry via MedWorm.com MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Journal of Public Health Dentistry' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:06:28 +0100 What contributes to self‐rated oral health among community‐dwelling older adults? Findings from the ElderSmile program http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667230&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2012.00313.x Conclusions: Recent dental care contributed to better self‐rated oral health among community‐dwelling older adults living in northern Manhattan. Significant gradients were evident in the caries experience and periodontal inflammation of dentate adults by self‐rated oral health, suggesting that untreated oral disease contributes to poor self‐rated oral health. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667230 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667230 Changing knowledge and beliefs through an oral health pregnancy message http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335822&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00289.x Conclusion: Social media can effectively provide dental health messages during pregnancy. This approach can play an important role in increasing awareness and improving oral health of both mother and child. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335822 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335822 Patients' attitudes toward screening for medical conditions in a dental setting http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304482&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00280.x Conclusions: Acceptance by patients of chairside medical screening in a dental setting is a critical element for successful implementation of this strategy. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304482 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304482 Impact of dental visiting trajectory patterns on clinical oral health and oral health‐related quality of life http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304481&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00281.x Conclusion: Long‐term, postchildhood dental attendance patterns are associated with oral health in adulthood, whether defined by clinical dental indicators or OHRQoL. Improving dental visiting behavior among low socioeconomic status groups would have the greatest effect on improving oral health and reducing oral health impacts. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304481 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304481 School screening and parental reminders in increasing dental care for children in need: a retrospective cohort study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304480&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00282.x Conclusion: The rate of dental utilization was low even with school screening, referral and parental reminders among poor, largely minority inner‐city kindergarten children. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304480 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304480 Dental anxiety and oral health outcomes among rural older adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304479&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00283.x Conclusions: About one in eight rural older adults have high dental anxiety, which is associated with poor oral health outcomes. Identifying new approaches to measure dental anxiety among a population with limited interaction with dental care providers is needed. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304479 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304479 Factors associated with preventive dental care‐seeking behavior among people living with HIV http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304478&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00284.x Conclusions: Many HIV‐positive adults may seek preventive care when it is offered at no cost. Interventions that address unmet needs and target individuals who are not taking HIV medications or have poorer oral health may improve preventive practices. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304478 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304478 Prenatal nutrition intervention to reduce mutans streptococci among low‐income women http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304477&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00286.x Conclusions: The study demonstrated the following: a) the feasibility of conducting the intervention at community health center sites among low‐income pregnant women; b) the effectiveness of education to reduce mutans/sugar intake; and c) the need to improve the nutrition intervention to obtain additional gains in mutans reduction. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304477 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304477 Provision of oral health care to adult patients by dental therapists without the prescription of a dentist http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5237428&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00279.x Conclusions: Feedback from patients and dentists indicated that, following the completion of an educational bridging program, dental therapists with a university education were able to develop the knowledge and skills required to treat adult patients aged 26+ years without the prescription or supervision of a dentist. Enabling dental therapists to treat adult patients may have a role to play in improving access to dental care for underserved populations. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5237428 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5237428 Examiner reliability of fluorosis scoring: a comparison of photographic and clinical examination findings http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667229&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2012.00315.x Conclusion: Results suggest that interexaminer reliability is greater and fluorosis scores are higher when using photographic compared with clinical examinations. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667229 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5667229 Conundrums in health care reform: current experiences across the North Atlantic http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5597591&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00294.x Conclusions: Policy makers must work under pressure for services to remain within boundaries of finite economic resources and what people are willing to pay for. The importance is stressed that they respond to public demands and workforce capability by clearly determining what the priorities should be, what services will be delivered, and defining responsibilities. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5597591 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5597591 Child and family health nurses' experiences of oral health of preschool children: a qualitative approach http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5581830&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00295.x Conclusions: This study highlights that oral health problems are a significant segment of the child health problems identified by nurses in their daily work. The nurses perceived the problem of dental caries to be one of a lack of parental knowledge, and families should be educated not only on “what” but also on “how” to feed their children. The primary healthcare team should work collaboratively to educate families in a culturally appropriate way. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5581830 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5581830 Social acceptability of dental appearance and benefits of fixed orthodontic treatment: A 17‐year observational cohort study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5449837&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00293.x Conclusions: FOT provided a significant benefit only for individuals in the “Desirable” group at age 13. FOT appeared to offer little long‐term benefits in the social acceptability of dental appearance for the majority of individuals who underwent FOT. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5449837 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5449837 Access to oral health services for urban low‐income Latino children: social ecological influences http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143893&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00275.x Conclusions: Identifying the structural and behavioral factors that increase the likelihood of the use of oral health services can provide the basis for developing effective interventions specific to Latino children at the neighborhood level. The study findings can be also used for designing culturally appropriate oral health promotion programs and provider coordination of care. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143893 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143893 Amount and type of alcohol consumption and missing teeth among community‐dwelling older adults: findings from the Copenhagen Oral Health Senior study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143892&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00276.x Conclusion: In this study, alcohol consumption, wine drinking, and wine and spirits preference among women were associated with a higher number of teeth compared with abstainers. Among men, those who preferred beer also had a higher number of teeth. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143892 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143892 Examiner training and reliability in two randomized clinical trials of adult dental caries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143894&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00278.x Conclusion: The methods and results for the initial examiner training and standardization sessions for two large clinical trials are reported. Recommendations for others planning examiner training and standardization sessions are offered. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143894 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143894 Fluoride content of solid foods impacts daily intake http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386775&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00292.x Conclusions: Some children receive a substantial portion of dietary fluoride from solid foods. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386775 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5386775 Association between infant formula feeding and dental fluorosis and caries in Australian children http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335821&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00290.x Conclusion: Infant formula use was associated with higher prevalence of fluorosis in nonfluoridated areas but not in fluoridated areas. Type of water used for reconstituting infant formula in fluoridated areas was associated with caries experience. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335821 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335821 Medicaid and privately financed orthodontic patients have similar occlusal and psychosocial outcomes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5324020&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00288.x Conclusions: Occlusal and psychosocial outcomes from orthodontics in MC and PP were comparable, despite worse MC malocclusions at baseline. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5324020 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5324020 Factors affecting children's oral health: perceptions among Latino parents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304476&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00287.x Conclusions: Findings revealed fundamental multilevel (i.e., individual/child, family, and community) factors that are important to consider for future interventions to reduce oral health disparities: behaviors leading to caries, parental knowledge about optimal oral health, access to sugary foods within the living environment and to fluoridated water as well as barriers to oral health care such as lack of health insurance or limited health insurance coverage, among others. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304476 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304476 Trends in incidence of oral and pharyngeal carcinoma in Florida: 1981‐2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5237427&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00285.x Conclusions: This study supports the finding of increasing incidence of SCC of the tonsil and base of tongue in males, in contrast to decreasing trends for most oral and pharyngeal carcinomas. However, we observed that this increase occurred in white males only and the most dramatic increase occurred in the 45‐64 age group. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5237427 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5237427 An exploratory study into whether self‐monitoring improves adherence to daily flossing among dental patients http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5208850&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00274.x Conclusions: A brief behavioral intervention enhances adherence to dental flossing, regardless of participants' stage of change. Keeping a flossing diary can increase dental flossing and reduce plaque and bleeding scores in patients with periodontal disease, in the short term. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5208850 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5208850 Geographic distribution of dentists in Japan: 1980‐2000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885821&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00255.x Conclusions: The results suggest that the geographical distribution of dentists in Japan is influenced by municipalities' population size. While the number of dentists in municipalities with populations of less than 5,000 increased during the years from 1980 to 2000, 25.9 percent of these municipalities still had no dentists at the end of this period. This is an important issue that warrants prompt corrective action. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885821 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885821 Contemporary profile of oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS and associated risk factors in a southeastern US clinic http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885820&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00256.x Conclusion: OM continues to be common despite HAART. General OM and OPC were closely associated with a low baseline CD4 count. Knowledge of risk factors for OM can potentially help clinicians target oral evaluation of HIV‐positive individuals. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885820 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885820 Predictors of oral health quality of life in HIV‐1 infected patients attending routine care in Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885819&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00257.x Conclusion: Smoking, not consulting a dentist in the last year, denture use, and low income were identified as significant predictors which could be targeted to improve quality of life among people living with HIV. Preventing dental diseases may also reduce the risk of activation of latent HIV by oral pathogens. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885819 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885819 Treatment decisions for deep carious lesions in the Public Health Service in Southern Brazil http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885818&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00258.x Conclusions: The most commonly proposed treatment is the one with the highest risk of pulp exposure, and consequently the poorest prognosis. Younger dentists tended to indicate more conservative approaches, compared with those indicated by older dentists. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885818 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885818 Oral health‐related quality of life among low‐income adults living with HIV http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885817&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00260.x Conclusions: Oral health impacts are prevalent among adults in South Florida living with HIV, particularly among women, cigarette smokers, those in prison or other institutional settings, and certain racial and ethnic groups. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885817 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885817 Dentists' familiarity with tobacco cessation programs in dental settings in Iran http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885816&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00262.x Conclusions: Interpretation of the findings is limited by the relatively low response rate. However, despite identified barriers to intervention, we are encouraged by dentists' overall knowledge and interest in tobacco cessation services. We plan to use the current findings to inform development of continuing education programs and incorporation of tobacco cessation counseling into dental school curricula in Iran. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885816 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885816 Dental visits among adult Hispanics – BRFSS 1999 and 2006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885815&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00259.x Conclusions: Findings from this study suggest that barriers to utilization of dental services among Hispanic adults exist in most states and may contribute to existing oral health disparities. The magnitude of this problem may increase in the future with the expansion of the US Hispanic population. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885815 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885815 Chronicling the dental therapist movement in the United States http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885814&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00270.x AbstractThere have been three attempts to introduce dental therapists (DTs) to the US dental workforce. This account will review early failed attempts to develop DTs, the recent successful Alaska initiative, the Minnesota legislature's authorization of DTs, state dental associations' deliberations on therapists in the workforce, and the efforts of national advocacy groups, foundations, and state legislatures to promote workforce innovation. It concludes with a discussion of the opposition to therapists from elements of organized dentistry. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885814 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885814 Longitudinal associations between children's dental caries and risk factors http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885813&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00271.x Conclusions: There were common caries‐related factors for more new non‐cavitated caries across the three exams, including less frequent 100 percent juice exposure, lower tooth brushing frequency and lower SES. Less frequent 100 percent juice exposures might be associated with higher exposures to several other cariogenic beverages. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885813 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885813 Body mass index measurement in schools: partnering with oral health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885812&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00272.x Conclusions: Although there are some minor differences among states that have implemented joint school‐based oral health/BMI surveillance, there are overarching similarities such as survey design and standardization of BMI measures. States considering implementing BMI surveillance efforts can use this review as a starting point to consider attributes such as program effectiveness and methods to improve or enhance surveillance systems already in place. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885812 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4885812 Health insurance status is associated with periodontal disease progression among Gullah African‐Americans with type 2 diabetes mellitus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806032&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00243.x Conclusions: Increased access to health care, including dental services, may achieve reduction in chronic periodontal disease progression (as determined by CAL) for this study population. These results are very timely given the March 2010 passing of the US healthcare reform bills. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806032 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806032 Oral health literacy levels among a low‐income WIC population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806031&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00244.x Conclusions: Differences in OHL levels between racial groups persisted after adjusting for education and sociodemographic characteristics. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806031 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806031 Oral health activities of Early Head Start teachers directed toward children and parents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806030&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00245.x Conclusion: The level of oral health activity in EHS programs is less than optimal. Several characteristics of EHS staff were identified that can be targeted with education interventions. Evidence for effectiveness of EHS interventions needs to be strengthened, but results of this survey provide encouraging findings about the potential effects of teacher training on their oral health practices. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806030 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806030 Oral health‐related quality of life and perceived dental needs in the United States http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806029&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00246.x Conclusions: OHRQOL is the poorest among those with perceived dental needs especially those with the perceived need to relieve dental pain. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806029 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806029 Development and validation of a measure of pediatric oral health‐related quality of life: the POQL http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806028&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00247.x Conclusions: The POQL is a valid and reliable measure of OHQL for use in preschool and school‐aged children, with high utility for both clinical assessments and large‐scale population studies. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806028 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806028 Identifying the “vulnerables” in biomedical research: the vox populis from the Tuskegee Legacy Project http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806027&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00248.x Conclusions: The response patterns on “who was vulnerable” were similar for the two minority groups (Black people and Mainland US PR Hispanics), and notably different from the response patterns of the two majority groups (White people and SJ PR Hispanics). Further, the vox populis definition of vulnerables differed from the current official definitions as used by the US federal government. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806027 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806027 A typology of models for expanding access to oral health care for people living with HIV/AIDS http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806026&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00249.x Conclusions: This typology can assist program planners, medical and dental care providers with service delivery strategies for addressing the unmet need for oral health care in their area. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806026 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806026 Amoxicillin use during early childhood and fluorosis of later developing tooth zones http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806025&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00254.x Conclusions: Amoxicillin use during early childhood could be a risk factor in the etiology of fluorosis on late‐erupting permanent tooth zones, but further research is needed. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806025 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806025 The influence of comorbidity and other health measures on dental and medical care use among Medicare beneficiaries 2002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806024&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00251.x Conclusions: Comorbidities and other health status measures are theorized to play either a predisposing or need role in determining health care utilization. The study's findings confirm the dominant role of these measures as predisposing factors limiting access to dental care for Medicare beneficiaries and as need factors producing higher levels of inpatient hospital and other medical care for Medicare beneficiaries. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806024 Tue, 10 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4806024 Income, dental insurance coverage, and financial barriers to dental care among Canadian adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143891&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00277.x Conclusions: Canadian adults report financial barriers to dental care, especially those of low income. These barriers appear to have negative effects with respect to dental visiting and oral health outcomes. For policy, appropriateness will be key, as clarity needs to be established in terms of what constitutes actual need, and thus which dental services can then be considered a public health response to affordability. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143891 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 5143891 Oral health among white, black, and Mexican‐American elders: an examination of edentulism and dental caries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4885811&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00273.x Conclusions: Oral health disparities are persistent across racial/ethnic groups for older Americans despite the fact that the differences between groups typically diminish when socioeconomic, health‐related, and behavioral factors are considered in the models. Our study suggests that reducing racial/ethnic oral health disparities requires multiple clinical approaches. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4885811 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4885811 Family composition and children's dental health behavior: evidence from Germany http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518283&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00205.x Conclusions: Children who grow up in settings other than the nuclear family may develop different dental health behaviors than children who grow up with both natural parents, albeit more research is needed to identify the extent to which such behavioral changes lead to variations in caries occurrence. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518283 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4518283 Dentists' attitudes toward discussing Internet health information with their patients – does professional self‐efficacy matter? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518282&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00206.x Conclusions: This pilot study's results indicate that a) Specialists in dentistry were more willing to discuss Internet dental health information with their patients than nonspecialists; b) Dentists with high professional self‐efficacy had a positive attitude toward patients who wish to discuss Internet dental health information with them; and c) Further studies are needed to investigate and validate the results of the present study.Practice Implications: High professional self‐efficacy may improve general dentists' attitudes toward patients who wish to discuss Internet dental health information. The dental community should seek to expand the professional self‐efficacy of its members in order to enable them to adequately deal with patients' needs. (Source: Journal of Public Health De... Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518282 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4518282 Caries preventive effects of xylitol‐based candies and lozenges: a systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518281&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00208.x Conclusion: This research demonstrates the need for well‐designed randomized clinical studies with adequate control groups and high compliance by the subjects. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518281 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4518281 Modeling an economic evaluation of a salt fluoridation program in Peru http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518280&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00209.x Conclusions: While the analysis has inherent limitations as a result of its reliance on a range of assumptions, the findings indicate that for the situations prevailing in Peru, there are significant health and economic benefits to be gained from the use of salt fluoridation. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518280 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4518280 Perspectives of Maryland women regarding oral health during pregnancy and early childhood http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518279&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00211.x Conclusions: The focus groups with low‐income women provided rich and insightful information and implications for future communication strategies to help prevent dental diseases among pregnant women and their infants. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518279 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4518279 Inequalities in dental services utilization among Brazilian low‐income children: the role of individual determinants http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4425243&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00201.x Conclusions: The conceptual framework has confirmed the presence of social and psychosocial inequalities on the utilization pattern of dental services for low‐income children. The individual determinants seem to be important predictors of access. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4425243 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4425243 Supplemental fluoride use for moderate and high caries risk adults: a systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4806023&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00261.x Conclusions: The strongest studies demonstrated the following modalities as moderately effective in higher caries risk adults: low strength NaF rinses [relative risk reduction (RRR) for carious lesions: 50‐148 percent]; 1.1 percent NaF pastes/gels (RRR for root lesion remineralization: 35‐122 percent); fluoride varnishes [RRR for RC remineralization: 63 percent; RRR for decrease in decayed, missing, and filled surfaces: 50 percent]. Evidence regarding 1.1 percent NaF and 5 percent NaF varnishes related primarily to root caries and older adults. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4806023 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4806023 Erratum http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4611488&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00242.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4611488 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4611488 Pediatric patients' orthodontic treatment need, quality of life, and smiling patterns – an analysis of patient, parent, and provider responses http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4156077&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00203.x Conclusions: Objectively assessed orthodontic treatment need correlates with the patients' and parents' assessments of the child's smile‐related QoL scores. However, while objective smiling patterns are related with the patients' smile‐related QoL, they are not correlated with the patients' orthodontic treatment need. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4156077 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4156077 Multiple imputation of dental caries data using a zero‐inflated Poisson regression model http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4005222&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00197.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4005222 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:29:42 +0100 4005222 An increase in caries rate or an increase in access to care: data show mixed results http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4005221&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00198.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4005221 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:29:42 +0100 4005221 Caries experience of adults attending private and public dental clinics in Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4005220&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00199.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4005220 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:29:41 +0100 4005220 Dental visiting trajectory patterns and their antecedents http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4005219&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00196.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4005219 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:29:41 +0100 4005219 English and Spanish oral cancer information on the Internet: a pilot surface quality and content evaluation of oral cancer Web sites http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4575820&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00207.x Conclusions: The study produced a quality assessment of oral cancer Web sites useful for clinicians and patients. Sites provided more information on clinical presentation, and etiology, and risk factors, than other aspects of oral cancer. The surface and quality of Spanish‐language sites was low, possibly putting Hispanic populations at a disadvantage regarding oral cancer information on the Web. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4575820 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4575820 Exploring awareness, attitudes, and perceived role among oral health providers regarding HPV‐related oral cancers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518278&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2011.00212.x Conclusions: As public awareness of the link between HPV and OC increases, OHP play an important role in addressing this issue with their patients. The current study clearly identified areas that must be addressed among OHP in order for effective and comfortable communication regarding the HPV‐OC link and the potential uses of the HPV vaccines to take place, including: a) increasing knowledge of the HPV‐OC link and HPV vaccine; and b) clarifying screening procedures, role, and expectations. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518278 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4518278 Overview and quality assurance for the oral health component of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), 2005‐08 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4425242&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00202.x This report provides oral health content information and presents results of data quality analyses that include dental examiner reliability statistics for data collected during NHANES 2005‐08. Oral health data are available on 15,342 persons aged 5 years and older representing the civilian, noninstitutionalized population of the United States who participated in NHANES 2005‐08. Overall, interrater reliability findings indicate that health technologist performance was excellent with concordance between examination teams and the survey reference examiner being almost perfect for a number of assessments. Concordance for dental caries and sealants (kappa statistics) between health technologists and the survey reference examiner ranged from 0.82 to 0.90 for the combined 4‐year period. The... Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4425242 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4425242 Erratum http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4332398&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00210.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4332398 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4332398 Socioeconomic inequalities in the distribution of dental caries in Brazilian preschool children http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3892833&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00191.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3892833 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:38:42 +0100 3892833 Estimated dietary fluoride intake for New Zealanders http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3892832&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00192.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3892832 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:38:41 +0100 3892832 Prevalence of tooth erosion and associated factors in 11‐14‐year‐old Brazilian schoolchildren http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3873884&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00194.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3873884 Wed, 18 Aug 2010 05:36:33 +0100 3873884 The Central Massachusetts Oral Health Initiative (CMOHI): a successful public–private community health collaboration http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835513&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00188.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835513 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835513 Prevalence and associated factors of traumatic dental injuries in Brazilian schoolchildren http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3796284&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00190.x Conclusions: TDI was associated with dental caries and overjet and was not influenced by socioeconomic status. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3796284 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3796284 On why the dental therapists' "movement" in the United States should focus on children – not adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3796285&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00189.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3796285 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3796285 The Central Massachusetts Oral Health Initiative (CMOHI): a successful public–private community health collaboration http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3762308&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00188.x Conclusions: Significant sustainable gains in oral health care access were created through our multifaceted approach, ongoing evaluation and communication, coordination of CMOHI partner resources, and collaboration with other involved parties. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3762308 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3762308 An epidemiological comparison of Dean's index and the Developmental Defects of Enamel (DDE) index http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3762310&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00186.x Conclusions: We found relatively little concordance between the DDE and Dean's indices in determining person prevalence of defects among children. At the tooth level, concordance between the two was greater, and suggests that little may be lost in fluorosis studies which use the DDE index, particularly as it enables collection of a wider and more comprehensive range of information. Although the use of Dean's index is important for historical comparisons, investigators should appreciate its limitations. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3762310 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3762310 Psychometric properties of the General Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI) and dental status of an elderly Mexican population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3762309&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00187.x Conclusions: The GOHAI has acceptable psychometric properties, discriminates between self-perception of oral health and self-perception of general health, and correlates with past caries experience measured by the DMFT index. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3762309 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3762309 Dental utilization among Hispanic adults in agricultural worker families in California's Central Valley http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622945&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00184.x Conclusions: The final model included predisposing, enabling, and need factors. Despite low utilization and prevalent symptoms, having a regular source of care helps break this pattern and should be facilitated. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622945 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622945 Mobile dental units: leasing or buying? A dollar-cost analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622953&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00170.x Conclusion: Exploring alternative financing vehicles may allow dental programs to expand their services through the acquisition of a mobile unit. Though programs generally own assets, it is the use of the asset which is important rather than the ownership. Dental programs can find leasing an attractive alternative by offering access to capital with cash-flow advantages. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622953 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622953 What we know and do not know about fluoride http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622952&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00171.x There is much that we know about fluoride as it relates to human health in general and dental health in particular. Some of the information that is known concerning water fluoridation and dental fluorosis is listed. What we do not know about fluoride is discussed in more detail, namely the efficacy of lower levels of fluoride in drinking water, the effect of discontinuing fluoride in drinking water in the absence of additional preventive measures, the prevalence of fluorosis and whether or not this presents a cosmetic problem. Other issues discussed include the actual amount of fluoride ingested from all sources, whether low-fluoride dentifrices are as efficacious as conventional dentifrices in caries protection and reducing enamel fluorosis, the role of socioeconomic factors in determinin... Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622952 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622952 Attributes of an ideal oral health care system http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622951&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00172.x Conclusions: Although there are some attributes of an ideal oral health care system on which the United States has made initial strides, it falls far short in many areas. The development of an oral health care delivery system that meets the characteristics described above is possible but would require tremendous commitment and political will on the part of the American public and its elected officials to bring it to fruition. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622951 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622951 Differences in exposure and biological markers of fluoride among White and African American children http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622950&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00173.x Conclusions: Differences in fluoride exposure between two racial groups were observed. These differences are complex and need to be better defined. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622950 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622950 Estimating determinants of dentist productivity: new evidence http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622949&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00180.x Conclusion: As in earlier studies of dental productivity, the key determinant of dentist output is the dentist's own chairside time. The incremental contributions of dentist time, auxiliaries, and operatories to production of dentist visits have not changed substantially over the past three decades. Future studies should focus on ultimate measures of output [ndash] oral health [ndash] and should develop more precise measures of the practice's actual utilization of auxiliaries and their skill and use of technology. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622949 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622949 Screening for oral health literacy in an urban dental clinic http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622948&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00181.x Conclusions: The REALM-D is an effective instrument for use by medical and dental clinicians in detecting differences among people of different backgrounds and for whom English was not their primary language. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622948 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622948 Dentists' treatment of underserved populations following participation in community-based clinical rotations as dental students http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622947&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00182.x Conclusions: Although respondents reported treating most populations, community leaders and dentists should identify at-risk populations and develop protocols to help ensure that these populations are able to obtain, at a minimum, emergency care. Additionally, dental schools should develop educational curricula to help increase students' comfort in treating underserved populations. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622947 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622947 Dietary fluoride intake for fully formula-fed infants in New Zealand: impact of formula and water fluoride http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3622946&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00183.x Conclusions: The fluoride content of water used to reconstitute infant formulae has a greater impact on fluoride intake of fully formula-fed infants than the fluoride content of the powdered infant formulae. Infants fully formula-fed on formulae prepared with optimally fluoridated water (0.7-1.0 mg/L) have a high probability of exceeding the UL for fluoride and are at increased risk of dental fluorosis. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3622946 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3622946 Oral health content of early education and child care regulations and standards http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4156076&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00204.x Conclusions: Detailed guidelines for oral health practices exist but they exhibit large variation in number and content. States can use the comprehensive standards from the AAP/APHA and OHS to inform and strengthen the oral health content of their licensing regulations. Research is needed to determine compliance with regulations and standards, and their effect on oral health. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4156076 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4156076 Cost‐effectiveness simulation of a universal publicly funded sealants application program http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4005218&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00200.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4005218 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4005218 Water consumption beliefs and practices in a rural Latino community: implications for fluoridation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3892831&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00193.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3892831 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3892831 Comparison of patient visits to emergency departments, physician offices, and dental offices for dental problems and injuries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3873883&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00195.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3873883 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3873883 Envisioning success: the future of the oral health care delivery system in the United States http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835528&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00185.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835528 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835528 The challenge to delivering oral health services in rural America http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835527&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00178.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835527 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835527 Creating and maintaining oral health for dependent people in institutional settings http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835526&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00174.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835526 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835526 The dental safety net, its workforce, and policy recommendations for its enhancement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835525&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00176.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835525 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835525 Private sector approaches to workforce enhancement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835524&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00177.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835524 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835524 Oral health disparities and the workforce: a framework to guide innovation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835523&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00175.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835523 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835523 Improving oral healthcare delivery systems through workforce innovations: an introduction http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835522&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00179.x Abstract (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835522 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835522 Dentists' treatment of underserved populations following participation in community‐based clinical rotations as dental students http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835516&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00182.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835516 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835516 Mobile dental units: leasing or buying? A dollar‐cost analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835515&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00170.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835515 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835515 Dietary fluoride intake for fully formula‐fed infants in New Zealand: impact of formula and water fluoride http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835514&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00183.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835514 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835514 On why the dental therapists' “movement” in the United States should focus on children – not adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835512&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00189.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835512 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835512 Four "lessons learned" while implementing a multi-site caries prevention trial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3539683&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00167.x As the number of dental-related randomized clinical trials (RCTs) increases, there is a need for literature to help investigators inexperienced in conducting RCTs design and implement studies. This commentary describes four "lessons learned" or considerations important in the planning and initial implementation of RCTs in dentistry that, to our knowledge, have not been discussed in the general dental literature describing trial techniques. These considerations are a) preparing or securing a thorough systematic review; b) developing a comprehensive set of study documents; c) designing and testing multiple recruitment strategies; and d) employing a run-in period prior to enrollment. Attention to these considerations in the planning phases of a dental RCT can help ensure that the trial is cli... Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3539683 Thu, 06 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3539683 Four “lessons learned” while implementing a multi‐site caries prevention trial http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835517&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00167.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835517 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3835517 Associations among dental caries experience, fluorosis, and fluoride exposure from drinking water sources in Saudi Arabia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3516650&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00169.x Conclusions: a) Fluoride levels in drinking water sources in Saudi Arabia correlate significantly with caries experience and prevalence of dental fluorosis. b) Appropriate fluoride concentration for drinking water in Saudi Arabia may be about 0.6 ppm. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3516650 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3516650 Provision of fluoride varnish treatment by medical and dental care providers: variation by race/ethnicity and levels of urban influence http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3516651&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00168.x Conclusions: Overall access and utilization of FVT increased, but substantial racial/ethnic and geographic variation in the provision of FVT for children enrolled in Wisconsin Medicaid was observed. Future policies should incorporate measures that will specifically address the racial and geographic variations identified in this study. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3516651 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3516651 The dental workforce in Kentucky: current status and future needs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3367329&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00164.x Conclusions: These results show present and widening workforce disparities in rural and socioeconomically depressed counties in Kentucky. Understanding the geographic distribution of dentists and the socioeconomic correlates of their practice locations may inform workforce development and reimbursement policies for the goal of improving access to oral health care in these areas. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3367329 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3367329 Topical iodine and fluoride varnish combined is more effective than fluoride varnish alone for protecting erupting first permanent molars: a retrospective cohort study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3347851&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00163.x Conclusions: This evaluation of an ongoing dental public health program adds evidence that topical antiseptics applied at the same time as fluoride varnish are more effective than varnish alone. Randomized trials are needed. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3347851 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3347851 Measuring conceptual health knowledge in the context of oral health literacy: preliminary results http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3347850&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00165.x Conclusions: This preliminary study yielded a new measure of oral health conceptual knowledge, available for use in future oral health literacy studies. The author presents a conceptual framework of oral health literacy that separates health literacy into four unique components and places decision-making at the center. Future studies are needed to determine whether this framework is supported by empirical data and leads to improvements in oral health and reductions in health disparities. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3347850 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3347850 Doctor, my tooth hurts: the costs of incomplete dental care in the emergency room http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3347849&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2010.00166.x Conclusions: Access to preventive and restorative dental care is a critical public health problem in the United States, particularly for those without insurance and those covered by public programs. Public health policy initiatives such as the use of dental therapists should be expanded to improve access and to provide alternatives that offer more complete and less costly care for oral health problems than do hospital ERs. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3347849 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3347849 Assessment of predictors of global self‐ratings of oral health among Korean adults aged 18‐95 years http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835521&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00160.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835521 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3835521 Oral health status of New Hampshire Head Start children, 2007‐2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835520&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00161.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835520 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3835520 Performance of Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (ART) depending on operator‐experience http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835519&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00159.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835519 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3835519 Do school‐based dental sealant programs reach higher risk children? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3835518&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00162.x (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3835518 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3835518 Successful fluoride plebiscite in the township of Deniliquin, New South Wales, Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3299653&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00154.x Conclusions: The council resolved to implement water fluoridation and the residents received fluoridated water in January 2005. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3299653 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3299653 Do school-based dental sealant programs reach higher risk children? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256118&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00162.x Conclusions: In Ohio, targeting S-BSPs by family income-based school-level criteria was effective in reaching higher risk children. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256118 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3256118 Performance of Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (ART) depending on operator-experience http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256121&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00159.x Conclusions: For The Republic of The Gambia [ndash] especially for areas with underdeveloped medical infrastructure [ndash] training and assignment to perform ART can be recommended for auxiliary dental staff of Community Oral Health Workers. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256121 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3256121 Assessment of predictors of global self-ratings of oral health among Korean adults aged 18-95 years http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256120&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00160.x Conclusions: GSROH status was associated with measures of oral disease, oral functional problems, oral health behaviors, concerns, and perceived treatment needs, and it varied by age. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256120 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3256120 Oral health status of New Hampshire Head Start children, 2007-2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3256119&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00161.x We report on the baseline prevalence and severity of dental caries of children enrolled in the New Hampshire Head Start program during the 2007-2008 school year.Methods: We selected a random cluster sample of 607 children aged 3-5 years attending 27 Head Start centers across the state. Four volunteer dentists provided oral examinations and determined the presence of untreated dental caries, caries experience, and treatment urgency.Results: Overall, 40 percent of the participating children had experienced dental caries, and 31 percent had at least one untreated decayed tooth. Approximately 22 percent of the children had evidence of maxillary anterior caries, 23 percent were in need of dental care, and (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3256119 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3256119 Targeting school-based dental sealant programs: who is at "higher risk?" http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3127512&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00155.x Conclusions: Targeting higher risk schools to reach higher risk children is a practical and effective approach for increasing sealant prevalence through S-BSPs. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3127512 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3127512 Association between oral health-related and general health-related quality of life in subjects attending dental offices in Germany http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080513&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00158.x Conclusion: OHRQoL is considerably related to GHRQoL. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080513 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3080513 Association between obesity and dental caries in a group of preschool children in Mexico http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080517&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00152.x Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the association between obesity and caries by utilizing the data of a cohort of preschool children aged 4-5 years.Methods: Data were obtained from a cohort of 1,160 children. Dental caries detection was performed according to the World Health Organization criteria. The caries index was measured as the number of decayed (d), extracted (e), and filled (f) teeth (t) (deft), or surfaces (defs). The body mass index (BMI) in units of kg/m2 was determined, and children were categorized according to age- and gender-specific criteria as normal weight (5th-85th percentile), at-risk overweight ([ge]85th- (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080517 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3080517 Factors associated with the recruitment and retention of dentists in the public sector http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080516&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00153.x Conclusion: There was a disproportionate number of female dentists in the public sector compared with the general population, and female dentists had a lower mean salary than male dentists regardless of experience. A range of factors were associated with retention, and gradual frustration because of poor remuneration and lack of professional autonomy were significant reasons for the decision to leave the public sector. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080516 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3080516 Dental care expenditures and retirement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080515&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00156.x Conclusions: Although having dental coverage is a key determinant of the level of OOP expenditures on dental care; spending is higher among those without coverage than those who have dental insurance. We also found that while retirement has no independent effect on OOP dental expenditures once controlling for coverage, dental coverage rates are much lower among retirees. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080515 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3080515 The dental office visit as a potential opportunity for diabetes screening: an analysis using NHANES 2003-2004 data http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080514&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00157.x Conclusions: As almost all individuals with periodontitis would have been recommended for diabetes screening, and many at-risk persons with periodontal disease recently visited a dentist, our data suggest that the dental visit provides an important potential venue for this screening. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080514 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3080514 Dentists' attitudes and practices related to diabetes in the dental setting1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2844202&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00150.x Conclusions: Formal training and personal beliefs are important factors related to dentists' behavior toward patients with diabetes in the dental setting. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2844202 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2844202 Risk factors for impaired oral health among 18- to 34-year-old Australians http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2825913&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00151.x Conclusions: Oral health impairment was highly prevalent in this population. The findings suggest that treatment of dental disease, reduction of financial barriers to dental care, and control of dental fear are needed to reduce oral health impairment among Australian young adults. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2825913 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2825913 Relationship between dental status and Oral Impacts on Daily Performances in older Southern Chinese people http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2825914&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00149.x Conclusions: Clinical dental status indicators were related to OIDP, regardless of the scoring format used to calculate the OIDP index. Clinical indicators that included natural plus replaced teeth were more strongly associated with the OIDP index than their corresponding indicators that included only natural teeth. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2825914 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2825914 Assessing oral cancer early detection: clarifying dentists' practices http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2805563&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00148.x Conclusions: This study documents considerable variability in dentists' knowledge and thoroughness of examinations. The scales provide tools for future studies for improving understanding of early detection of oral cancer in clinical practice. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2805563 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2805563 Dental care utilization and retirement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2805566&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00145.x Conclusions: The authors conclude from this study that full retirement accompanied by reduced income and dental insurance coverage produces lower utilization of dental services. However, they also show that retirement acts as an independent variable, whereas income, coverage, and free time (unobserved) act as intervening variables. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2805566 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2805566 Increasing dental care utilization by Medicaid-eligible children: a dental care coordinator intervention http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2805565&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00146.x Conclusion: The dental care coordinator intervention significantly increased dental utilization compared with similar children who received routine Medicaid member services. Public health programs and communities endeavoring to reduce oral health disparities may want to consider incorporating a dental care coordinator along with other initiatives to increase dental utilization by disadvantaged children. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2805565 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2805565 Influences of adult-onset diabetes on orofacial pain and related health behaviors http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2805564&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00147.x Conclusions: Although diabetes is well known to be associated with neuropathic pain, these results indicate that the experience of nociceptive pain is exacerbated by diabetes. Findings have significance for the subjective experience of oral pain, dental-care outcomes, and health-related quality of life associated with oral-health outcomes among individuals with diabetes. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2805564 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2805564 Risk perception and water fluoridation support and opposition in Australia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717535&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00144.x Conclusion: Outrage factors are important aspects of the public's perception of risk in relation to water fluoridation. Given that water fluoridation appears to be a low-risk, high-outrage controversy, efforts to mitigate the level of public outrage, rather than continuing to deny possible hazards, may offer a worthwhile strategy in gaining public acceptance for the extension of water fluoridation. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717535 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717535 Dental care coverage and retirement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717542&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00137.x Conclusions: Dental care, generally not covered in Medicare, is an important factor in the decision to seek dental care. It is important to understand the relationship between retirement and dental coverage in order to identify the best ways of improving oral health and access to care among older Americans. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717542 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717542 Predictors of treatment preference for mandibular fracture http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717541&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00138.x Conclusions: The significance of symptom severity 1-month post-surgery raises an important issue regarding the healing process. Moreover, the significance of standard gamble as a predictor of treatment choice for mandibular fracture should encourage other researchers to use this measure of willingness to accept risk when studying acute conditions such as jaw fracture. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717541 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717541 Institutional review board and regulatory solutions in The Dental PBRN http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717540&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00139.x Conclusions: Instead of viewing IRBs and institutional administrators as potentially adversarial, customized solutions can be identified by engaging them in collegial discussions that identify common ground within regulatory bounds. Although time-intensive and complex, these solutions improve acceptability of practice-based research to patients, practitioners, and university researchers. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717540 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717540 Mobile dental operations: capital budgeting and long-term viability http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717539&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00140.x Conclusions: Mobile dental programs can play a vital role in providing access to care to underserved populations and ensuring their mission requires long-term planning. Careful financial viability and CBA based on sound assumptions are excellent decision-making tools. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717539 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717539 Preventive dental utilization for Medicaid-enrolled children in Iowa identified with intellectual and/or developmental disability http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717538&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00141.x Conclusion: Although IDD children face additional barriers to receiving dental care and may be at greater risk for dental disease, they utilize preventive dental services at the same rate as non-IDD children. Clinical and policy efforts should focus on ensuring that all Medicaid-enrolled children receive need-appropriate levels of preventive dental care. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717538 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717538 Patterns of dental service use among homeless people using a targeted service http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717537&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00142.x Conclusions: While the small sample limits the findings in this study, it is hypothesized that the presence of the dental service promoted uptake of dental care. Flexible attendance tended to result in multiple visits and delayed outcomes, which themselves could have acted as barriers to care. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717537 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717537 Recurrent sores by ill-fitting dentures and intra-oral squamous cell carcinoma in smokers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717536&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00143.x Conclusions: The association between recurrent oral sores caused by ill-fitting dentures and squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth in smokers is in agreement with the hypothesis that the chronic physical irritation of oral mucosa contributes to the topical carcinogenic effect of tobacco, which must be taken into careful consideration in the planning of dental services for adults and the elderly. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717536 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717536 Dental Care Visits among Dentate Adults with Diabetes and Periodontitis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2488072&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00136.x Conclusions: These data revealed that dental care visits for dentate adults with diabetes were unrelated to their periodontal health, suggesting that fear of periodontal therapy did not influence visit patterns. These data also showed that dental care visit disparities existed for all adults with diabetes, not just women. Future research should investigate whether factors that are indirectly related to diabetes status, such as competing costs, attitudes, and knowledge, are influencing dental care visit patterns among dentate adults with diabetes. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2488072 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2488072 Primary Language Spoken at Home and Children's Dental Service Utilization in the United States http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2488073&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00135.x Conclusion: Children that did not speak English at home were less likely to receive preventive or routine dental care. However, after adjusting for other socio-economic factors, our study suggests that language barriers may not play as pronounced a role in the receipt of dental care as that documented for medical services. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2488073 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2488073 Fluoride Ingestion Is Related to Fluid Consumption Patterns http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475784&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00133.x Conclusion: Our results raise concerns that some children are ingesting significantly more fluoride than others depending on sociodemographic factors and fluid consumption patterns. Additional research is warranted to investigate the variation in the amounts of fluoride ingestion by these factors and its impact on fluorosis prevalence in different population groups. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475784 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475784 Lack of Oral Care Policies in Toronto Daycares http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475793&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00123.x Conclusions: Many daycares do not have a policy regarding oral hygiene. A policy that encourages and provides guidance on safe tooth-brushing procedures is needed and may improve the oral health of preschool children. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475793 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475793 The Effect of Functional Dentition on Healthy Eating Index Scores and Nutrient Intakes in a Nationally Representative Sample of Older Adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475792&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00124.x Conclusions: Having a functional dentition did not contribute substantially to higher HEI scores or nutrient intakes in this nationally representative sample of older adults. However, older men and women with no teeth or those who wear dentures consumed fewer servings of fruits and vegetables, especially those rich in carotenes and vitamin C, than those with teeth. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475792 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475792 Relationships Between Caregivers' Responses to Oral Health Screening Questions and Early Childhood Caries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475791&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00126.x Conclusion: Caregivers' reported loss of teeth due to caries was significantly associated with caries development in their children in both samples, and may be a useful means for early identification of children at high risk. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475791 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475791 A Health Education Program for Brazilian Public Schoolchildren: The Effects on Dental Health Practice and Oral Health Awareness http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475790&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00127.x Conclusions: Contextualized educational activities in the school routine had positive effects on oral hygiene and the level of information about oral health, although the more informed individuals did not always practice better oral hygiene. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475790 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475790 Effect of Tobacco Smoke on the Oral Health of US Women of Childbearing Age http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475789&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00128.x Conclusions: Dental caries and periodontitis were prevalent among certain subgroups of women of reproductive age. Smoking was found to be a significant risk indicator for various negative oral health outcomes. Barriers to accessing to dental care that were manifested by untreated caries among Black women, mothers, and Medicaid beneficiaries must be better understood. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475789 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475789 Dental Providers' Attitudes Regarding the Application of Fluoride Varnish by Pediatric Health Care Providers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475788&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00129.x Conclusions: Half of dental professionals felt that it was appropriate for medical providers to apply fluoride varnish; pediatric dental professionals were less supportive. A few dental practice characteristics were associated with acceptance of the use of fluoride varnish by medical care providers: targeting messages to dental hygienists and those with practices in mixed rural-urban areas may be a useful approach to garner greater support for this medical/dental partnership. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475788 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475788 Association Between Periodontal Disease and Metabolic Syndrome http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475787&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00130.x Conclusions: Our findings suggest an association between periodontal disease and metabolic syndrome in Japanese workers between the ages of 20 and 60 years. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475787 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475787 Association Between Socioeconomic Factors and Dental Erosion in Brazilian Schoolchildren http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475786&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00131.x Conclusions: The data suggest a high prevalence of dental erosion across this age span. Dental erosion seems to occur most often in primary dentition of boys who attended private schools and whose mothers have a high educational status. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475786 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475786 Complete Edentulism Prior to the Age of 65 Years is Associated with All-Cause Mortality http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475785&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00132.x Purpose: We examine the relationship between complete edentulism prior to the age of 65 years and all-cause mortality after adjustment for socioeconomic characteristics. Methods: Using data from 41,000 adult participants in the 1986 National Health Interview Survey, with mortality follow-up data on each cohort member through December 31, 2002 (16 years follow-up), we estimated the relative odds of all-cause mortality among adults (age [ge]18 years) with complete edentulism prior to the age of 65 years compared with that among those without the condition. Multivariable-adjusted logistic regression analyses were repeated for complete edentulism at any age. Results: The age-standardized prevalence of complete edentulism was 12.3 percent [95 percent confidence interval (CI), 12.0-12.6]. Among ... Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475785 Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475785 Oral Health Self-Care Behaviors of Rural Older Adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475794&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00121.x Conclusions: The major factor leading to the use of self-care behaviors is need. Although oral pain does increase the use of self-care behaviors, so do bleeding gums and dry mouth. Research and practice should address self-care behaviors used for oral health problems in addition to pain. Investigators should expand analysis of dental self-care behavior and the relationship of self-care behavior to the use of professional services. Further research also should explore the use of complementary therapies in dental self-care. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475794 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475794 Relationship Between Periodontal Status and HbA1c in Nondiabetics http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475800&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00122.x Conclusions: There was a significant relationship between periodontal status and HbA1c levels in nondiabetics. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475800 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475800 Caregiver Acceptability and Preferences for Early Childhood Caries Preventive Treatments for Hispanic Children http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475799&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00125.x Conclusions: All five treatments were highly acceptable, however, when choosing among treatments overall, fluoride varnish and toothbrushing were favored over other treatments. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475799 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475799 Evaluation of Pacific Islands Early Childhood Caries Prevention Project: Republic of the Marshall Islands http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475798&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00117.x Conclusion: Evaluation confirms the outcome of a program including both in-school twice-daily toothbrushing with fluoridated toothpaste and frequent applications of fluoride varnish. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475798 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475798 Adjunctive Chemotherapeutic Suppression of Mutans Streptococci in the Setting of Severe Early Childhood Caries: An Exploratory Study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475797&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00118.x Conclusions: PI coupled with dental surgery has a significant suppressive effect on salivary MS levels in the setting of S-ECC for at least 90 days. These data strongly suggest that treatment with PI may be an important adjunct to dental surgery for S-ECC. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475797 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475797 Oral Mucosal Conditions in Chronic Hepatitis C Brazilian Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475796&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00119.x Conclusion: The prevalence of patients with chronic hepatitis C presenting oral mucosal conditions was 96.3 percent. Despite this high prevalence, only the association between oral lichen planus and hepatitis C showed statistical significance. Considering that HCV infection may be associated with extrahepatic disorders, such as oral manifestations, efforts should be made to clarify the possible relation between oral conditions and HCV infection. This may be helpful in the earlier diagnosis of the infection mainly in asymptomatic patients. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475796 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475796 Comparison of the Generic and Condition-Specific Forms of the Oral Impacts on Daily Performances (OIDP) Index http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475795&cid=s_38746_11_f&fid=38746&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1752-7325.2009.00120.x Conclusions: Although generic and condition-specific OIDP forms were able to discriminate adolescents with normative need for orthodontic treatment from those without such a need, CS-OIDP attributed to malocclusion had better ability to distinguish between groups. Further studies are needed to compare discriminative ability of both OIDP forms between groups with different levels of other oral conditions. (Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry) Journal of Public Health Dentistry journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475795 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475795