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Socio-demographic determinants as predictors of oral hygiene status and gingivitis in schoolchildren aged 7-12 years old: A cross-sectional study.

PLoS ONE, 2018
OBJECTIVE:Gingivitis and poor oral hygiene status are the most prevalent oral diseases among primary school students. Poor oral hygiene status, gingivitis and socio-demographic determinants have been shown to be associated with periodontal diseases ...
Saeed Bashirian, Shabnam Seyedzadeh-Sabounchi, Samane Shirahmadi, Ali-Reza Soltanian, Akram Karimi-Shahanjarini, Farshid Vahdatinia   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Relationship of oral hygiene status and practices with oral lesions in a group of HIV positive patients in Lagos, Nigeria

Nigerian Dental Journal, 2012
Objective: The oral health of HIV positive patients may be compromised because of their depressed immunity and may increase their risk of developing some oral lesions.
K. A. Umeizudike, P. O. Ayanbadejo, K. O. Savage, A. S. Akanmu   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Family's socioeconomic and demographic factors on elements of children's dental and oral health: A scoping review

Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Family plays a significant role in children's dental and oral health (DOH) elements, such as children's DOH knowledge and practice, the development of children's dental fear and anxiety (DFA), children's dental visits, and children's DOH status.
Wisnu Fadila, Mugia B. Rahardja, Puguh Prasetyoputra, Anne A. Suwargiani, Yanu E. Prasetyo, Eriska Riyanti   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Oral hygiene status, gingival status, periodontal status, and treatment needs among pregnant and nonpregnant women: A comparative study

Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology, 2018
Objectives: The gingival and periodontal changes during pregnancy are well known. Gingivitis is the most prevalent oral manifestations associated with pregnancy.
Meena Kashetty, Sagar Kumbhar, Smita Patil, Prashant Patil   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

A clinical nomogram incorporating salivary Desulfovibrio desulfuricans level and oral hygiene index for predicting colorectal cancer. [PDF]

Ann Transl Med, 2021
Wang Y, Zhang Y, Wang Z, Tang J, Cao DX, Qian Y, Xie YH, Chen HY, Chen YX, Chen ZF, Fang JY.   +10 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Oral health of visually impaired schoolchildren in Khartoum State, Sudan [PDF]

, 2013
BACKGROUND: Although oral health care is a vital component of overall health, it remains one of the greatest unattended needs among the disabled. The aim of this study was to assess the oral health status and oral health-related quality of life (Child ...
Ahmed Eltigani Khogli, Azza Tagelsir, Nazik Mostafa Nurelhuda   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Resilience Practices and Post‐Traumatic Growth Among Sudanese IDPs

Conflict Resolution Quarterly, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT In this paper we examine the resilience of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Sudan who have endured various forms of suffering resulting from being targeted or trapped by militants involved in large‐scale violence. Upon escaping the conflict zones, the civilians exhibit strength, adaptability, and wisdom in the face of various threats to ...
Karina Korostelina, Daniel Rothbart, Beltina Gjeloshi   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Self-determined use of provided powered oral hygiene devices leads to improved gingival health after 1 year: a longitudinal clinical trial

BMC Oral Health
Purpose Our study aimed to evaluate the long-term concordance and acceptance when using powered devices for everyday oral hygiene routine and gingival health in patients showing papillary bleeding.
I. Deeg, M. J. Wicht, A. G. Barbe, S. H. M. Derman   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Oral health knowledge in pre-school children: a survey among parents in central Italy [PDF]

, 2019
Background: The aim of this survey was to evaluate the knowledge and awareness of parents about potential oral health risk factors and correct management of oral hygiene of their preschool children. Material and Methods: The participation to the survey
Calcagnile, F, Di Giorgio, G, Ottolenghi, L, Pietrunti, D, Pranno, N, Vozza, I   +5 more
core   +2 more sources

Segmental Hair Analysis of Diphenhydramine and Cyclizine Following a Single Dose

Drug Testing and Analysis, EarlyView.
A single oral dose of diphenhydramine and cyclizine can be quantified in human head hair for a minimum of 5 months and, in certain cases, for up to 1 year following intake. Among 12 study participants, the measured concentrations ranged from 0 to 610 pg/mg within 1 year post‐intake.
Jan Bílek, Marie Katrine Klose Nielsen, Robert Kronstrand, Sys Stybe Johansen   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source