Self-Induced Nail Disorders: Clinical and Demographical Features. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Background Self‐induced nail disorders (SINDs) are a subset of body‐focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) characterized by pathological grooming habits that damage the nail and periungual structures. These disorders were classified into subgroups based on the specific methods individuals use to harm their nails.
Güldiken Doğruel G +17 more
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BASNEF behavioral transformation: effect of empowerment program on children’s knowledge, attitude, self-efficacy, and practice of nail biting [PDF]
Background Nail-biting or onychophagia is a common phenomenon affecting children. Excessive nail biting is associated with several adverse consequences beyond mere appearance.
Zohour Ibrahim Rashwan +4 more
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Survival of Ceramic Veneers: Impact of Dentin Exposure and Tooth Vitality After 1 to 15 Years of Follow-Up. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Objective This retrospective clinical study aimed to evaluate the survival rates of ceramic laminate veneers in relation to dentin exposure, endodontic treatment, preparation design, and the type of dual‐cure resin cement used. Materials and Methods A total of 672 veneers were placed in 189 patients and followed for 1 to 15 years.
Etienne O +4 more
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Nail-Associated Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors: Habit-Tic Nail Deformity, Onychophagia, and Onychotillomania [PDF]
Cohen PR.
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Evaluating psychodynamic therapy for nail picking and biting: An approach to body focused repetitive behaviors. [PDF]
Skin Research and Technology, Volume 30, Issue 9, September 2024.
Tan IJ +3 more
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Habit reversal used to treat onychophagia: a case report [PDF]
Chronic nail biting (onychophagia) is a common habit which negatively impacts on the quality of life of those affected, has a negative social impact, and is accompanied with disabling inflammatory processes like gingivitis and paronychia. Habit reversal is a behaviour treatment procedure used to help patients get rid of the habit.
Authried, Georg +1 more
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THE IMPORTANCE OF EDUCATION TO REDUCE SELF-DESTRUCTIVE NAIL HABITS [PDF]
Onychophagia and onychotillomania are rarely seen in clinical practice and are considered undervalued. The study aims were to determine the prevalence of onychophagia and onychotillomania habit in the patient group with hand nail damage and control group,
Beltiņa, Monta, Upeniece, Ilze
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Seroprevalence of <i>Toxocara</i> spp. in Pregnant Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. [PDF]
Background. Toxocariasis is an important health problem caused by the parasitic species Toxocara canis (T. canis) and Toxocara cati (T. cati). Prevalence of toxocariasis in pregnant women as a vulnerable population is doubly important, and the aim of this study is to estimate the overall prevalence of toxocariasis infection in pregnant women according ...
Shayanfar S +4 more
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A fixed intraoral nail biting habit-breaker appliance: A case report of a novel approach to prevent onychophagia [PDF]
Onychophagia or nail biting is the performance of repetitive actions of biting one’s nails often to the level of mutilation of the nail beds. It is a compulsive act most often seen in adolescents but may continue into adulthood, leading to deleterious ...
Shankhanil Dev +3 more
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Oral Health in Hospitalized Children: A Cross Sectional Study. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Aims Children with chronic or acute conditions requiring hospitalization, often exposed to pharmacological treatments, altered nutrition, and disrupted hygiene, may experience oral health deterioration as an underappreciated complication. This study aimed to assess the oral health, dietary habits, and dental history of pediatric inpatients in ...
Capurro C +5 more
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