This summary is based on the article published in the International Dental Journal: Diet and the microbial aetiology of dental caries: new paradigms (December 2013) David J. Bradshaw and Richard J. M. Lynch Courtesy of Wiley Publishing: You can access the full-text article for the next 3 months. Access Wiley Dental Publications Context The microbial and dietary factors that […]
This summary is based on the article published by the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology: Orofacial Syndromes: An Approach Towards Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis and Management. A Systematic Review (January 2013) Context Currently, there are more than 4,000 genetic disorders identified to date, of which orofacial syndromes form a considerable part. Genetic factors either in […]
This summary is based on the article published in the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Patholory: Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization: review of its prevalence, Etiology, Clinical Appearance and Management (January 2013) Context Molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is defined as hypomineralization of systemic origin of one to four permanent first molars frequently associated with affected incisors. Affected molars present […]
This summary is based on the article published in the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology: Efficacy of Toluidine Blue and Brush Biopsy in Oral Lesions (January 2013) Context Oral cancer is a global health problem and its early detection is of prime importance. In vivo stains and brush biopsy have emerged in recent […]
This summary is based on the article published by the Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics: Education and motivation in oral health — preventing disease and promoting health in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment (May-June 2011) Context It is incumbent upon dentists to prevent disease, minimize risks and promote health. Patients also need to be made aware of their role in oral […]
This summary is based on the article published in the Journal of the American Dental Association: Prevention of prescription opioid abuse: the role of the dentist (July 2011) Full-text article (PDF) Context Opioids are analgesics that have potential for misuse, abuse or addiction. Up to an estimated 23 percent of prescribed doses are used non-medically. As prescribers of 12 […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: Is there a resource with current information on appropriate oral care for severely disabled and G tube-fed population? There are many position papers and guidelines indicating that this population needs care. However, I found only limited information on the actual clinical treatment provided to them and on […]
This summary is based on the article published in the Dental Clinics of North America: Clinical assessment of patients with orofacial pain and temporomandibular disorders (October 2013) Key points Accurate diagnosis of chronic pain disorders of the mouth, jaws, and face is frequently complex because there are multiple structures localized in 1 small anatomic region that can […]