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A pragmatic, multi-centered, stepped wedge, cluster randomized controlled trial pilot of the clinical and cost effectiveness of a complex Stroke Oral healthCare intervention pLan Evaluation II (SOCLE II) compared with usual oral healthcare in stroke wards [PDF]

, 2019
BACKGROUND: Patients with stroke-associated pneumonia experience poorer outcomes (increased hospital stays, costs, discharge dependency, and risk of death).
Bain, Brenda Jean, Barr, John, Bowers, Naomi, Brady, Marian C., Chalmers, Campbell, Colins, Marissa, Gray, Heather, Keerie, Catriona, Langhorne, Peter, Pollock, Alex, Stott, David J., Sweeney, Petrina, Weir, Christopher J.   +12 more
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Digital and tomographic identification of risk indicators for gingival recession in the mandibular anterior region: A cross‐sectional study

Journal of Periodontology, EarlyView.
Abstract Background To assess clinical and anatomical risk indicators for mid‐buccal gingival recessions (GRs) in the mandibular anterior region using digital and tomographic tools. Methods A cross‐sectional study was conducted on 103 patients (618 teeth).
Gonzalo Blasi, Lise Maury, Lory Abrahamian, Youssra Abarchan, Behnam Taghavi, Jose Nart   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Improving Esthetics of Removable Partial Dentures Using Palatal Retentive Arms

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry, 2020
Conson Yeung, Ollie Yiru Yu, Walter Yu Hang Lam, Katherine Chiu Man Leung, Amy Wai Yee Wong, Chun Hung Chu Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong KongCorrespondence: Chun Hung Chu Prince Philip Dental Hospital, 3B26, 34 Hospital Road ...
Yeung C, Yu OY, Lam WYH, Leung KCM, Wong AWY, Chu CH   +5 more
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Zinc containing dental fixative causing copper deficiency myelopathy [PDF]

, 2017
A 62-year-old male, previously well, was referred to neurology clinic following 6 months history of worsening lower limbs instability, paraesthesia, pain and weakness rendering him housebound.
Abdul-Rahim, Azmil H., Carroll, Liam Stuart, Murray, Rosanne   +2 more
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Germ Panic and Chalice Hygiene in the Church of England, c.1895–1930

Journal of Religious History, EarlyView.
The late‐Victorian medical revolution in bacteriology, and growing public awareness of hygienic standards and the danger of disease infection from germs, created alarm about the traditional Christian practice of drinking from a common cup at Holy Communion.
Andrew Atherstone
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of Retentive Ability and Some Properties of Modified Denture Adhesive Materials [PDF]

Al-Rafidain Dental Journal, 2011
Aims: To evaluate pH, viscosity and retentive ability of modified adhesive materials and compared it with commercially available adhesive materials. Materials and Methods: The pH–value of 0.25% denture adhesive materials were determined using pH meter ...
Hala Khuder Ali, Munther N. Kazanji , Amer A. Taqa   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Identifying Clinical Variations Across NSW Public Dental Service: An Essential Step to Develop a Roadmap for Value‐Based Oral Healthcare

Australian Dental Journal, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective This research examines the extent of clinical variation across the NSW public dental service, the largest in Australia. Findings may assist policy makers in reducing variation of care and inequity towards value‐based oral healthcare. Methods Four years of demographic and treatment data, for 741,450 patients between 1 July 2019 and 30
Albert Yaacoub, Tony Skapetis
wiley   +1 more source

A Systematic Review of Recall Regimen and Maintenance Regimen of Patients with Dental Restorations. Part 2: Implant-Borne Restorations [PDF]

, 2015
Purpose To evaluate the current scientific evidence on patient recall and maintenance of implant-supported restorations, to standardize patient care regimens and improve maintenance of oral health. An additional purpose was to examine areas of deficiency
Bidra, Avinash S., Chandler, Nancy Deal, Curtis, Donald A., Daubert, Diane M., Garcia, Lily T., Gauthier, Marissa F., Kosinski, Timothy F., Nenn, Conrad A., Olsen, John A., Platt, Jeffrey A., Wingrove, Susan S.   +10 more
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Understanding the Oral Health Status and Factors Affecting Poor Oral Health in People Living With Severe Mental Illness: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Australian Dental Journal, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To assess the oral health status of patients with severe mental illness visiting the Collaborative Centre for Cardiometabolic Health in Psychosis clinics and examine the effect of demographic, medical and social factors on Oral Health (OH). Methods The cross‐sectional study included adults aged 18–65 years with severe mental illness
Shilpi Ajwani, Premala Sureshkumar, Sameer Bhole, Tim Lambert   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mechanical Behavior and Failure Analysis of Prosthetic Retaining Screws after Long‐term Use In Vivo. Part 1: Characterization of Adhesive Wear and Structure of Retaining Screws [PDF]

, 2007
Purpose: The general aim of this study and those presented in Parts 2–4 of this series was to characterize the structure, properties, wear, and fracture of prosthetic retaining screws in fixed detachable hybrid prostheses after long‐term use in vivo ...
Al Jabbari, Youssef S., Fournelle, Raymond, Iacopino, Anthony, Toth, Jeffrey M., Ziebert, Gerald J.   +4 more
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