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The use of dental sealants in adults: a long-neglected preventive measureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article explores the rationale and substantiates the use of dental sealants among the adult population in reducing occlusal pit-and-fissure caries while accentuating a beneficial oral health lifestyle. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 13, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: DR Gore Source Type: journals

Dental health behaviour in relation to caries status among medical and dental undergraduate students of Udaipur district, IndiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: This study revealed significant differences between the oral hygiene behaviour and caries status of dental and medical students; furthermore, caries status was significantly influenced by the oral hygiene behaviour. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S Kumar, K Motwani, N Dak, G Balasubramanyam, P Duraiswamy, S Kulkarni Source Type: journals

Dental hygienists' work environment: motivating, facilitating, but also tryingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
To cite this article:Int J Dent HygieneDOI: 10.1111/j.1601-5037.2009.00420.xCandell A, Engström M. Dental hygienists' work environment: motivating, facilitating, but also tryingAbstract: The aim of the present study was to describe dental hygienists' experiences of their physical and psychosocial work environment. The study was descriptive in design and used a qualitative approach. Eleven dental hygienists participated in the study and data were collected during spring 2008 using semi-structured interviews. The material was analysed using qualitative content analysis. The results showed that the dental hygienists experien...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 11, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A Candell, M Engström Source Type: journals

Oral health status among hospitalized patientsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The majority of hospitalized patients did not present satisfactory oral hygiene. Caries and periodontal diseases are associated with health behaviours. Increased time length at hospital could increase gingival inflammation and dental plaque accumulation. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 10, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A Carrilho Neto, S De Paula Ramos, ACP Sant'ana, E Passanezi Source Type: journals

Self-reported emergency room visits for dental problemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Access to dental insurance or public care mitigates the use of hospital care for dental problems that are best treated in the dental care setting. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: C Quiñonez Source Type: journals

Changes in the professional domain of Dutch dental hygienistsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Although prevention remains the core domain (or role) of all Dutch dental hygienists surveyed, the scope of practice substantially differed. This, however, depended not only on education, but also on type of practice. The new curriculum answers to and legitimates an already developed practice of task delegation. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: K Jerkovic, MAG van Offenbeek, DE Slot, CP van der Schans Source Type: journals

Parotid gland swelling following mouthrinse useEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Swelling of the parotid gland following use of a mouthwash has previously been reported, although previous reports found this side effect only in patients who used chlorhexidine mouthwashes. This complication has therefore been informally linked to chlorhexidine. The present case report questions this hypothesis and suggests that parotid gland swelling may not be related to the type of mouthwash used, but may instead be a consequence of the rinsing action itself. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: GA Van der Weijden, JMAG ten Heggeler, DE Slot, NAM Rosema, U Van der Velden Source Type: journals

The plaque inhibitory effect of a CPC mouthrinse in a 3-day plaque accumulation model – a cross-over studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: The CPC mouthrinse proved to be effective in inhibiting 'de novo' plaque formation to an extent similar to that of a 0.1% hexetidine product. Compared with hexetidine, the taste of the CPC was appreciated better and less oral sensations were observed following rinsing. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - November 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: PA Versteeg, NAM Rosema, NL Hoenderdos, DE Slot, GA Van der Weijden Source Type: journals

Dental hygiene students' part-time jobs in dental practices in the NetherlandsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Many dental hygiene students work in a dental practice, taking over a number of tasks usually performed by the dentist. More information in the dental hygiene curriculum about the requirements of the IHCP Act seems desirable. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - October 13, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: JHG Poorterman, BT Dikkes, HS Brand Source Type: journals

Tooth cleaning frequency in relation to socio-demographic variables and personal hygiene measures among school children of Udaipur district, IndiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: This study observed that tooth cleaning is not an isolated behaviour, but is a part of multifarious pattern of various social and behavioural factors. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - October 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S Kumar, J Panwar, A vyas, J Sharma, B Goutham, P Duraiswamy, S Kulkarni Source Type: journals

Evaluation of toothbrush bristles' deterioration used by preschool childrenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This study evaluated the deterioration and wear of bristles of toothbrushes used by preschool children. For the sample selection, five elementary schools were assorted from a city of the São Paulo State northwest region, one from each city area. All toothbrushes used by preschool children who aged between 5 and 6 years old and who attended the assorted schools were visually analysed by two calibrated examiners, according to the criteria proposed by Rawls HR, Mkwayi-Tulloch NJ, Casella R, Cosgrove R (J Dent Res 1989; 12:1781): 0 [ndash] it is impossible to state if the toothbrush was used or not; 1 [ndash] the bristles see...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - October 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: CAS Garbin, AJI Garbin, KT dos Santos, M de Lourdes Carvalho, DC Lima Source Type: journals

The bactericidal effect of a Genius® Nd:YAG laserEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: In this 'in vitro' model, 15 s of Nd:YAG laser use was found to be effective for total killing of the six tested periodontal pathogens. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - August 23, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: AA Kranendonk, WA van der Reijden, AJ van Winkelhoff, GA van der Weijden Source Type: journals

The denture hygiene, denture stomatitis and role of dental hygienistEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Results indicated that the predisposing factors to DIS are associated with the method of denture hygiene methods and use of denture while sleeping.Clinical significance: Dentists and dental hygienists should bear the responsibility by routinely providing post-placement denture hygiene instructions to educate and motivate the patient. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - August 18, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: W Sadig Source Type: journals

Challenging parents' myths regarding their children's teethingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: This study shows a common lack of knowledge about teething among parents. Parents should be better educated about the teething process and the proper management of teething troubles by the dental health care providers. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - August 2, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: AI Owais, F Zawaideh, O Bataineh Source Type: journals

Learning climate in dental hygiene education: a longitudinal case study of a Japanese and Canadian programmeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
To cite this article:Int J Dent HygieneSaito A, Sunell S, Rucker L, Wilson M, Sato Y, Cathcart G. Learning climate in dental hygiene education: a longitudinal case study of a Japanese and Canadian programme.Abstract: Educational climates have been found to have important influences on learning, but little feedback has been obtained from dental hygiene students. The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the learning climate in Japanese and Canadian dental hygiene programmes for the purpose of making positive changes. A survey instrument with 10 dimensions relating to learning climate was adapted from busines...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 31, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A Saito, S Sunell, L Rucker, M Wilson, Y Sato, G Cathcart Source Type: journals

Dental hygienists in Europe: trends towards harmonization of education and practice since 2003Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: For the reasons of wide variations in the standards of preventive care and periodontal therapies, the formal recognition of the dental hygiene profession by EU legislation and agreement on a pan-European curriculum for dental hygiene education leading to defined professional competencies and learning outcomes is required. To achieve this, there is a need for a better collaboration between competent authorities including governments, universities and dental and dental hygienists' associations. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 30, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: C Luciak-Donsberger, KA Eaton Source Type: journals

Patients' self-assessment of oral malodour and its relationship with organoleptic scores and oral conditionsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Self-estimation of bad breath correlated well with the presence of oral malodour as determined by organoleptic examination. Patients with slight or moderate oral halitosis presented the highest correlation rate between self- and odour-judge assessment. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: F Romano, E Pigella, N Guzzi, M Aimetti Source Type: journals

Orthodontic considerations for gingival health during pregnancy: a reviewEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
To cite this article:Int J Dent HygieneDOI: 10.1111/j.1601-5037.2009.00383.xMukherjee PM, Almas K. Orthodontic considerations for gingival health during pregnancy: a review. © 2009 The Authors. Journal compilation © 2009 Blackwell MunksgaardAbstract: Gingivitis is caused by several known systemic and local factors. Among systemic factors, the role of hormonal changes during pregnancy is well established. While presence of fixed orthodontic appliances alone may not cause gingivitis, factors such as pregnancy and poor oral hygiene combined together could precipitate acute gingival inflammation that may progress to a period...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: PM Mukherjee, K Almas Source Type: journals

Influence of gender and social factors on oral health, treatment degree and choice of dental restorative materials in patients from a dental schoolEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: The examined patients showed no significant correlation between educational level and type of dental restorations but female patients had a lower number of teeth and more restoration. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: B Willershausen, S Witzel, S Schuster, A Kasaj Source Type: journals

The relationship between oral hygiene and oral colonization with Candida species in healthy adult subjects*Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Oral hygiene status, as determined by the PI and the GI scores per se, does not affect oral candidal colonization in healthy dentate subjects. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 27, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: AM-G Darwazeh, MM Hammad, AA Al-Jamaei Source Type: journals

Histogenesis of Abrikossoff tumour of the oral cavityEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The results obtained suggest an origin from Schwann cells, but also arise the possibility of neuroendocrine origin. New methods and more specific immunohistochemical markers are needed to elucidate the origin of the Abrikossoff tumour. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 21, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: FH Hermolin, JP Maceira, EP Dias, M Ramos-e-Silva Source Type: journals

Dental patient education: a survey from the perspective of dental hygienistsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: These results lay the foundation for additional research aimed at developing the patient education given by these professionals and making it support the empowerment of each patient. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: M Rantanen, K Johansson, E Honkala, H Leino-Kilpi, M Saarinen, S Salanterä Source Type: journals

Effects of topically applied agents on intra-oral wound healing in a rat model: a clinical and histomorphometric study*Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: None of the tested agents had a negative effect on the rate of wound healing when applied on an excisional wound with epithelial and connective tissue defect. Positive results were achieved with Perio.Kin® and Gengigel®. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 20, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: HM Hammad, MM Hammad, IN Abdelhadi, MS Khalifeh Source Type: journals

Factors that effect dental caries status of medical students in Udaipur city, IndiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Oral hygiene behaviour, dental anxiety, self assessed dental status and treatment necessity significantly affected the dental caries status of medical students. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S Kumar, A Gupta, A Dixit, K Solanki, G Balasubramanyam, P Duraiswamy, S Kulkarni Source Type: journals

Microbiological findings at tongue piercing sites – implications to oral healthEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Tongue piercing provides a potential reservoir for periodontopathogenic bacteria. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 9, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: D Ziebolz, E Hornecker, RF Mausberg Source Type: journals

Complications of local anaesthesia. An observational studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: These results suggest that administration of local anaesthesia has a small risk of adverse events. Complications, if they occur, seem minor and transient in nature. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: HS Brand, W Bekker, JA Baart Source Type: journals

Perceptions of Japanese and Canadian dental hygiene students towards their profession*Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: There were significant differences in perceptions between Japanese and Canadian dental hygiene students. It is suggested that educational strategies should be planned to positively influence the students' perceptions toward the profession and improve the level of self-esteem. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 5, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A Saito, C Tomita, Y Sato, G Cathcart Source Type: journals

Perceptions of Japanese and Canadian dental hygiene students towards their professionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: There were significant differences in perceptions between Japanese and Canadian dental hygiene students. It is suggested that educational strategies should be planned to positively influence the students' perceptions toward the profession and improve the level of self-esteem. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - July 4, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A Saito, C Tomita, Y Sato, G Cathcart Source Type: journals

Salivary pH level and bacterial plaque evaluation in orthodontic patients treated with Recaldent® productsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In conclusion, this study has not provided unequivocal evidence for the protective properties of Recaldent® molecule. Long-term studies are necessary to better understand the role of this molecule. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 15, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: O Marchisio, MR Esposito, A Genovesi Source Type: journals

Molar furcation entrance and its relation to the width of curette blades used in periodontal mechanical therapyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: These findings demonstrated that some molar furcation entrances could not be adequately instrumented with the tested curettes. The use of other hand instruments, such as periodontal files, rotating instruments and ultrasonic devices should be taken into consideration during periodontal therapy. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: KM dos Santos, SCS Pinto, MT Pochapski, DS Wambier, GL Pilatti, FA Santos Source Type: journals

A novel approach to controlling bacterial contamination on toothbrushes: chlorhexidine coatingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Results revealed no statistically significant difference in the quantity of bacteria surviving on toothbrush filaments between control and experimental groups, on both selective and non-selective media, after 30 days. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: LA Turner, GB McCombs, WL Hynes, SL Tolle Source Type: journals

A systematic review of musculoskeletal disorders among dental professionalsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
To cite this article:Int J Dent HygieneDOI: 10.1111/j.1601-5037.2009.00395.xHayes MJ, Cockrell D, Smith DR. A systematic review of musculoskeletal disorders among dental professionals.Abstract: Musculoskeletal problems have become a significant issue for the profession of dentistry and dental hygiene. This review provides a detailed examination and discussion regarding the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) in dental personnel and possible causative factors. All research studies or literature reviews, which have reported on the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms and/or potential risk factors for this problem...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: MJ Hayes, D Cockrell, DR Smith Source Type: journals

Tooth sensitivity experience among residential university studentsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Prevalence of tooth sensitivity was 68.4%. Presence of tooth sensitivity among these students was associated more with history of hard toothbrush use contrary to widely held belief that erosive agents were mostly responsible. Future studies are needed to provide more epidemiological data on tooth brushing and tooth sensitivity. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: CT Bamise, KA Kolawole, EO Oloyede, TA Esan Source Type: journals

Prospective clinical study evaluating the long-time adjunctive use of chlorhexidine after one-stage full-mouth SRPEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Over 3 months of extended use of CHX mouth rinse after SRP showed slightly but statistically significant better results. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S-I Stratul, D Rusu, A Didilescu, M Mesaros-Anghel, C Lala, L Tion, A Sculean, H Jentsch Source Type: journals

Oral health education for schoolchildren: a qualitative study of dental care professionals' view of knowledge and learningEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Different perspectives were found. The expression 'oral health promotion' was frequently used and supported by all the interviewed informants, but the statements did not reveal the informant's definition of the concept. Several educators focused on signs of diseases and less on the individual's view of their own health. In the future, oral health education programme needs to focus on quality of life, behavioural variables and indicators of empowerment rather than just disease outcomes. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: E Hedman, K Ringberg, P Gabre Source Type: journals

The influence of academic stress on gingival inflammationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Academic stress appears to affect periodontal health, shown by more plaque accumulation, gingival inflammation and increased amounts of IL-6, IL-10 in GCF and cortisol in saliva. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: A Johannsen, N Bjurshammar, A Gustafsson Source Type: journals

Oral health status and treatment needs among school children in Sana'a City, YemenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The prevalence of caries, gingivitis and treatment needs among children in Sana'a city is high. More surveys in other Yemeni cities to generate comprehensive data are required. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: KA Al-Haddad, NN Al-Hebshi, MS Al-Ak'hali Source Type: journals

Increased salivary lipid peroxidation in human subjects with oral lichen planusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: We conclude that OLP patients have more cellular lipid peroxidation than healthy subjects. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: F Agha-Hosseini, I Mirzaii-Dizgah, S Mikaili, M Abdollahi Source Type: journals

Prevalence and correlates of musculoskeletal disorders among Australian dental hygiene studentsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Overall, this study suggests that MSD are a reasonably common problem for dental hygiene students in Australia. As such, further studies are required to establish epidemiological patterns of MSD, and our profession will need to carefully consider preventive strategies to help minimize the impact of this important occupational health issue on the next generation of dental hygienists. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 12, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: MJ Hayes, DR Smith, D Cockrell Source Type: journals

Dyskeratosis congenita: clinical report and review of the literatureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This study describes herein a case in which the classic triad of signs was present, along with the development of leukoplakia in the buccal mucosa. Our patient, a 25-year-old man, presented with several characteristic systemic features of this condition, together with the following oral features: hypodontia, delayed dental eruption, short blunt roots, extensive caries, gingival inflammation and bleeding, loss of alveolar bone and buccal mucosa with leukoplakia and irregular ulcers. The patient was given full preventive care. The primary teeth were extracted under local anaesthesia. After establishing optimal oral health, o...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 11, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: I Baran, R Nalcaci, M Kocak Source Type: journals

Depressive symptoms in relation to periodontal health in a Jordanian sampleEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: High susceptibility to depression does not play a significant role in the aetiology and severity of periodontitis in the population studied. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 11, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: KT Ababneh, MBA Al Shaar, DQ Taani Source Type: journals

How clean is the toothbrush that cleans your tooth?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: Until recently, little attention has been directed towards the role the toothbrush may play in human health, even though a report of toothbrush as a significant factor in the infection appeared in 1920. It is common knowledge that the human mouth harbours a wide variety of microorganisms, some of which, at any given time, can be assumed to be potential pathogens. This was not known when toothbrushes were originally designed, yet the common toothbrush has been used in basically the same form for about 200 years. In today's world of organ transplantation and alteration of the immune system, it is important to consi...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - June 10, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: AV Ankola, M Hebbal, S Eshwar Source Type: journals

A comparative study of oral health knowledge, attitude and behaviour of non-medical, para-medical and medical students in Udaipur city, Rajasthan, IndiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: All the students showed low level of knowledge and the preventive behaviour among the students could still be improved. The results indicate that the knowledge was not enough to influence the oral health behaviour, but behaviour showed linear relationship with attitude of the students. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - May 7, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: AJ Sharda, S Shetty Source Type: journals

The effect of Mentha spicata and Eucalyptus camaldulensis essential oils on dental biofilmEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: The essential oils from E. camaldulensis and M. spicata significantly retard biofilm formation that can contribute to the development of novel anticaries treatments. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - May 6, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: I Rasooli, S Shayegh, SDA Astaneh Source Type: journals

The role of oral hygiene in a patient with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpuraEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Oral hygiene motivation and dental plaque control is crucial in order to prevent gingival bleeding, inflammation and severe periodontal diseases in patients with haematologic disorders. Understanding of the oral findings is essential in the management of patients and close cooperation between patients' dentist and haematologist is needed. Dental consultation is essential for diagnosis and improvement of medical conditions. It is possible to obtain adequate oral hygiene with limited performance and haematologic disorders are not handicaps for dental/periodontal procedures under the proper circumstances. (Source:...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - March 8, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: E Guzeldemir Source Type: journals

The analysis of oral air using selected ion flow tube mass spectrometry in persons with and without a history of oral malodourEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Our data suggest that SIFT-MS can be used to assess a wide range of compounds in oral air in addition to VSC to provide a clearer picture of the chemical nature of malodour. This may assist in the diagnosis and monitoring of the condition. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - March 6, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: BM Ross, N Dadgostar, M Bloom, L McKeown Source Type: journals

Comparison of the effects of pilocarpine and cevimeline on salivary flowEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Both drugs showed efficacy in increasing the salivary flow in healthy volunteers, but cevimeline was more effective than pilocarpine. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - March 6, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: MA Braga, O Tarzia, CC Bergamaschi, FA Santos, ED Andrade, FC Groppo Source Type: journals

Bisphosphonate-related jaw necrosis: A team approach management and preventionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
To cite this article:Int J Dent HygieneDOI: 10.1111/j.1601-5037.2008.00331.xRayman S, Almas K, Dincer E. Bisphosphonate-related jaw necrosis: a team approach management and prevention. Osteonecrosis means the process of bone death. Bisphosphonates (BPs) are becoming recognized increasingly as having a significant impact on dental treatments. BPs are the most widely used class of anti-resorptive drugs. They prevent bone resorption through osteoclast inhibition and are considered the standard of care for the management of metastatic bone disease. BPs are used for the treatment of skeletal disorders such as osteoporosis, hype...
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - March 6, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: S Rayman, K Almas, E Dincer Source Type: journals

Increase in detectable opportunistic bacteria in the oral cavity of orthodontic patientsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The isolation frequencies of opportunistic bacteria and fungi increase during orthodontic treatment, suggesting the importance of paying special attention to oral hygiene in orthodontic patients to prevent periodontal disease and the aggravation of systemic disease in immunocompromised conditions. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - March 6, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: K Kitada, A de Toledo, T Oho Source Type: journals

Dentist–assistant interaction styles in JordanEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Communication and interaction styles between Jordanian dentists and their assistants differ according to gender. Jordanian dentists are less likely to adopt friendly leadership communication style compared with other styles. (Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene)
Source: International Journal of Dental Hygiene - March 6, 2009 Category: Dentistry Authors: YS Khader, G Abu-Sharbain Source Type: journals