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Trends and regional variation in antibiotic prescribing by dentists in Finland, 2012–2025: A register‐based study

European Journal of Oral Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract This nationwide register‐based study aimed to investigate trends and regional variation in the number of antibiotic prescriptions issued by dentists in Finland from 2012 to 2025. Data on reimbursed outpatient antibiotic prescriptions dispensed by Finnish pharmacies were used.
Terhi Laitala, Emma Aarnio, Katariina Tuomilinna, Eero Raittio, Jukka Leinonen   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Smartphone‐Based Teledentistry to Support Clinical Triage and Risk‐Informed Dental Care in Patients With Inherited Bleeding and Haemoglobin Disorders: A Cross‐Sectional Diagnostic Agreement Study

Haemophilia, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Patients with inherited bleeding and haemoglobin disorders face barriers to accessing timely dental care, increasing the risk of untreated oral disease and complications related to invasive procedures. Aim To evaluate the agreement between smartphone‐based asynchronous teledentistry and face‐to‐face examination for oral conditions,
Victor Cordeiro da Silva, Carolina Mendes Frusca do Monte, Leandro Tavares da Silva, Gabriela Silva Almeida, Claudia Santos Lorenzato, José Vitor Nogara Borges de Menezes, Fabian Calixto Fraiz, Cassius Carvalho Torres‐Pereira   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Teamworking in Dentistry: The Importance for Dentists, Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists to Work Effectively Together—A Narrative Review

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To consider teamworking in dentistry, focusing especially on the role of dental hygienists (DHs) and dental therapists (DTs) as part of the dental team. Methods A narrative review of studies that have investigated teamworking in periodontology and dentistry in general together with consideration of examples of relevant regulatory ...
Philip M. Preshaw, Helen Minnery, Ian Dunn, Susan M. Bissett   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

An Evaluation of a New Ultrasonic Water Irrigator in the Management of Gingival Health: A Randomised Study

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction This randomised, single‐blind, controlled study aimed to compare daily adjunctive use of an ultrasonic water irrigation device to dental floss in controlling plaque and gingival inflammation in patients with gingivitis. Methods Participants were randomly allocated to either daily use of an ultrasonic water irrigator or dental ...
Susan M. Bissett, Polina Gulakova, Katrin Unbereit, Robin A. Seymour, Philip M. Preshaw   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Investigation of Misleading Techniques Used in Online Fluoride Misinformation

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Fluoride misinformation can fuel anti‐fluoridation movements, influencing political decisions and dental treatment choices. This study aimed to elucidate the misleading techniques used to produce online fluoride misinformation. Methodology Two independent investigators searched scientific databases for references that supported or ...
Matheus Lotto, Caio Sampaio, Olívia Santana Jorge, Juliano Pelim Pessan, Thiago Cruvinel   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Clinical Performance of Bioglass‐Enriched Resin Modified Glass Ionomer in Sealing Moderate Carious Lesions: An 18‐Month Split‐Mouth Clinical Trial

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Dental materials with the potential for caries progression prevention have been an attractive alternative to minimally invasive treatments. Objectives This randomized controlled split‐mouth clinical trial aimed to assess, after 18 months, the retention, restoration quality, and caries progression or arrestment of active moderate carious ...
Juliana Aguiar Costa Mesquita, Ana Carolina Soares Diniz, Mayenne Rabelo Araujo, Etevaldo Matos Maia Filho, Leily Macedo Firoozmand   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Histogram‐Corrected Intraoral Photographs for Early Gingivitis Screening in Orthodontic Patients

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Gingivitis has a significant impact on periodontal health, both during and after orthodontic treatment. Early detection and management are essential for minimizing tissue damage. This study investigated an early gingivitis detection method using intraoral photographs (IOPs) taken before, at the midpoint (MO), and three‐quarters of ...
Ji‐Youn Kim, Kyuseok Kim, Han‐Na Kim
wiley   +1 more source

Shared Decision‐Making Theories, Conceptual Models, and Frameworks Within Oral Healthcare: A Theory Analysis

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To appraise the quality of theories, conceptual models, and theoretical frameworks about SDM for oral healthcare practices. Background Shared decision‐making (SDM) is crucial to person‐centred care. Yet little is known about how (and if) patient engagement in SDM is conceptualised in oral healthcare.
Jessica Persson Kylén, Dawn Stacey, Inger Wårdh, Krystina B. Lewis   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Barriers, Benefits and Complications of Orthodontic Treatment in Patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa: A Patient-Reported Cross-Sectional Study. [PDF]

Healthcare (Basel)
Véliz S, Salamon G, Kabic M, Strobl S, Diz-Dios P, Besa-Witto C, Krämer S.   +6 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Functional Independence Related to Oral Hygiene and Periodontal Status in Patients With Down Syndrome

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives This study aimed to investigate the relationship between functional independence, oral hygiene habits and periodontal status in patients with Down syndrome (DS). Methods A cross‐sectional observational study was conducted with 49 patients with Down Syndrome. Sociodemographic data, oral hygiene habits and functional independence were
Joana Albuquerque Bastos de Sousa, Kátia Maria Martins Veloso, Monique Maria Melo Mouchrek, Mayra Moura Franco, Cecilia Claudia Costa Ribeiro, Vandilson Pinheiro Rodrigues, Bruno Braga Benatti   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source