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Acta Stomatologica CroaticaObjectives: Dentists provide dental care to their patients and educate them on their oral hygiene and how to maintain oral health. This paper aimed to determine whether dentists are hypocritical when advising their patients on oral hygiene procedures and
Marin Vodanović +3 more
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Trust in the dentist and intention to return: a cross-sectional study
Revista Contexto & SaúdeObjectives: This study aimed to analyze patients’ confidence and intention to return to the dentist who last performed dental care, and to verify associated factors.
Jayne Dal'Ásta +3 more
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Clinical and Experimental Dental ResearchObjective This study aimed to assess undergraduate dental students' communication skills in relation to patient sociodemographic factors using a three‐perspective approach; the student, the patient, and the clinical instructor perspective.
Siti Mariam Ab Ghani +4 more
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Self-reported halitosis and emotional state: impact on oral conditions and treatments
Health and Quality of Life Outcomes, 2010 Background Halitosis represents a common dental condition, although sufferers are often not conscious of it. The aim of this study was to examine behavior in a sample of Italian subjects with reference to self-reported halitosis and emotional state, and ...
Trimarchi Giuseppe +6 more
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(Non)belonging and (un)freedom
American Journal of Political Science, EarlyView.Abstract This article centers on the concept of “belonging” to argue that belonging and freedom are fundamentally related, and that this relationship cannot be easily captured in formal terms alone. I contend that experiences of incomplete belonging among citizens deserve attention from political science because, in addition to their more obvious ...
Yuna Blajer de la Garza
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Frayed Rope and Resilient Threads: Fijian Healthcare and the COVID‐19 Pandemic
Asia Pacific Viewpoint, EarlyView.ABSTRACT In April 2021, Fiji faced international scrutiny due to ‘horrific’ hospital conditions, including staff and patients lacking food, non‐operational operating theatres, and critical shortages of beds, medicine, and equipment. After successfully avoiding a major outbreak in 2020, a sudden surge in COVID‐19 cases in 2021 overwhelmed the public ...
Sharon McLennan +3 more
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Exploring Culturally Safe Oral Health Services for a Regional Aboriginal Community in Victoria
Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objectives National policies have been introduced to promote the delivery of Culturally Safe dental care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. However, the understanding of what constitutes Culturally Safe dental care and how it can be effectively implemented into clinical practice, remains limited.
Eliza Collins +2 more
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European Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) remain major global public health concerns. Oral lesions are often among the earliest manifestations of HIV, placing dentists at the forefront of early detection and management.
Tuğba Aydoğdu, Berkant Sezer
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Journal of Indian Association of Public Health DentistryIntroduction: The Internet has emerged as an essential tool for patients seeking information about their health conditions and treatment options. While informed patients can improve their engagement in the treatment process and achieve better health ...
M. Mahmudha Rila +5 more
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