This case was submitted by Dr. Ron Kellen Case Details Male patient, 55. Diagnosed with AIDS in 2/2013 – at which time, CD4 count was 50. Now he says his CD4 count is 200. On Methadone (on-off for 10 years now). Ex heroin IV, and oxycontin, Percocet, etc. narcotics. On anti-convulsive for grand mal seizures. […]
This summary is based on the critical appraisal published in the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry: Post-op Sensitivity with Direct Composite Restorations (August 2013) Studies Reviewed Total-etch versus Self-etch Adhesive: Effect on Postoperative Sensitivity. Journal of the American Dental Association 2003 (134:1621–9) Postoperative Sensitivity in Class I Composite Resin Restorations in Vivo. Journal of Adhesive Dentistry 2006 […]
In June 2013, CDA adopted a new position statement on dental patients with total joint replacement. The Committee on Clinical and Scientific Affairs (CCSA) reviewed clinical evidence, including a thorough systematic review of the literature conducted by the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) which was conducted in 2011. […]
This summary is based on the article published in the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry: A contemporary review of white spot lesions in orthodontics (April 2013) Context White spot lesions (WSL) associated with fixed orthodontic appliances are a common adverse effect of orthodontic treatment and represent a significant challenge to achieving esthetic excellence. Purpose The […]
This summary is based on the Critical Summary published in the Journal of the American Dental Association: Use of chlorhexidine varnish to prevent root caries may benefit some patients (September 2013) Clinical Question The critical summary was in response to the following question: “Does the application of CHX-V reduce the incidence or activity of root caries in adult patients with […]
This is the summary of the report issued by the Joint European Federation of Periodontology and the American Academy of Periodontology Workshop on Periodontitis and Systemic Diseases: Periodontitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease: consensus report of the Joint EFP/AAP Workshop on Periodontitis and Systemic Diseases (April 2013) Context This consensus report is concerned with the association […]
This question was submitted by a general dentist: What are the latest thoughts on periodontal disease and the classification used for its diagnosis? Dr. Sayed Mirbod, representing the Canadian Academy of Periodontology (CAP), provided this initial quick response The benefit of a classification system is to provide a framework to study the etiology, progression and treatment […]
On an experimental basis, we have asked a limited number of companies to provide us with practical “How To” answers to clinical questions. We were prompted to conduct this experiment when dental team members told us that they visit company websites and consult company representatives for practical clinical information. We look forward to receiving your […]