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Portrayal of oral hygiene and risk behaviours in animated movies

Frontiers in Oral Health, 2023
BackgroundBehaviours depicted in movies and TV shows can significantly affect one's behaviour. Children are particularly susceptible to these effects as their habits are still forming.
George Kitsaras, Michaela Goodwin
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The effect of using a mobile application (“WhiteTeeth”) on improving oral hygiene: A randomized controlled trial

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, 2019
Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of the WhiteTeeth mobile app, a theory‐based mobile health (mHealth) program for promoting oral hygiene in adolescent orthodontic patients.
J. Scheerman, B. Meijel, P. Empelen, G. Verrips, C. Loveren, J. Twisk, A. Pakpour, Matheus C. T. Braak, G. Kramer   +8 more
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Tailored Brushing Method (TBM): an innovative simple protocol to improve the oral care [PDF]

, 2016
Background. The objective of this study is to describe and assess the effectiveness and acceptability of a modern tailored protocol of oral hygiene, based on the concordance between professionals and patients, and based on the proper choice of best ...
GUERRA, Fabrizio, NARDI, Gianna Maria, OTTOLENGHI, Livia, Sabatini, Silvia, Tatullo, Marco   +4 more
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Effectiveness of Ultrasonic and Manual Instrumentation in Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy: Are Additional Therapies More Effective? A Systematic Review

Applied Sciences
Nonsurgical periodontal therapy aims to remove supragingival and subgingival biofilm to restore periodontal health. This systematic review aims to assess the clinical effectiveness of manual and/or ultrasonic instruments and to determine whether other ...
Silvia Sabatini, Carolina Maiorani, Jessica Bassignani, Silvia Cotellessa, Giuseppe Di Trani, Elisa Fulgenzi, Roberta Iacono, Ilaria Mercogliano, Andrea Butera   +8 more
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Evaluation of Oral Hygiene in Patients with Generalized Periodontitis of II Degree and Stage II Hypertension

Galician Medical Journal, 2016
Generalized periodontitis is the most common form of periodontal pathology, especially in the second half of life. Nowadays, the problem of periodontal disease is relevant due to its high prevalence, tendency to progression, multifaceted influence on the
Tetiana Vivcharenko, Mykola Rozhko
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Oral hygiene practices and status among orthodontic patients in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital

Nigerian Journal of Medicine, 2020
Background: Orthodontic treatment is performed to correct occlusal problems and improve the dentofacial complex; however, it comes with its peculiarities, such that patients require strict adherence to optimum oral hygiene.
Anne Nkechi Ndukwe, Ifeoma Linda Utomi, Onyinye Dorothy Umeh, Kehinde Adesola Umeizudike   +3 more
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Staff-led interventions for improving oral hygiene in patients following stroke [PDF]

, 2010
Background For people with limitations due to neurological conditions such as stroke, the routine practice of oral care may become a challenge. Evidence-based supported oral care intervention is essential for this patient group. Objectives To compare the
Brady, Marian C., Furlanetto, Denise, Hunter, Romana, Lewis, Steff C., Milne, Vikki   +4 more
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Using traditional rhyme (folk song) as a tool for oral hygiene promotion (UTRATOHP) among children in rural communities in Nigeria: A protocol for a randomised controlled trial.

PLoS ONE, 2023
BackgroundMost oral diseases are caused by poor oral hygiene, and with adequate oral hygiene measures, they are easily preventable. The use of folk songs to deliver oral health education may likely hold a huge potential for success and an increased ...
Omotayo Francis Fagbule, Urenna Karen Emenyonu, Ejiro Idiga, Olubunmi Oluseun Oni, Olabode Adeyemi Ijarogbe, Mary Ebelechukwu Osuh, Folake Barakat Lawal, Tolulope Olusola Owoaje, Olushola Ibiyemi   +8 more
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Bridging the gap: Multi‐stakeholder perspectives of molecular diagnostics in oncology

Molecular Oncology, EarlyView.
Although molecular diagnostics is transforming cancer care, implementing novel technologies remains challenging. This study identifies unmet needs and technology requirements through a two‐step stakeholder involvement. Liquid biopsies for monitoring applications and predictive biomarker testing emerge as key unmet needs. Technology requirements vary by
Jorine Arnouts, Senada Koljenović, Elise Daems, Karolien De Wael, Marc Peeters, Léon C. van Kempen, Greetje Vanhoutte, Karen Zwaenepoel, Timon Vandamme   +8 more
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Prophylactic Management of Vestibular Migraine: A Systematic Review

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Vestibular migraine (VM) is a neurological disorder characterized by episodic vertigo in patients with migraine, contributing to substantial functional impairment. Although VM is relatively common, a consensus on effective prophylactic treatments is lacking.
Hussain Ali Almohammed, Husna Irfan Thalib, Kawthar Faisal Kushara, Bushra Wadi Bin Saddiq, Bayan Mohammed Khair Al Zoabi, Tanveer Nidal Khan, Ahmed Salah Morad, Rimas Warid Aljuaid, Lamyaa Mohammed Gharawi, Shahad Jawdat Alsaygh, Mable Pereira, Shaima Abuhulayqah   +11 more
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