Paa-Kwesi Blankson, Harriet N. A. Blankson, Noah Obeng-Nkrumah, Albert A. Turkson, Daniel Tormeti, Mary Adamafio, Georgina Awuah-Mensah, Richard H. Asmah
{"title":"Detection of herpes viruses in Ghanaian patients with periodontitis","authors":"Paa-Kwesi Blankson, Harriet N. A. Blankson, Noah Obeng-Nkrumah, Albert A. Turkson, Daniel Tormeti, Mary Adamafio, Georgina Awuah-Mensah, Richard H. Asmah","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12386","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12386","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The complexity of periodontitis in both etiology and progression has raised many questions, necessitating enormous research in recent years. The aim of the present study was to detect the presence of herpes viruses in Ghanaian patients diagnosed with periodontitis.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Thirty-one patients were included in the study; 21 with periodontitis classified into localized chronic, generalized, and aggressive periodontitis, and 10 without the disease were used as controls. Subgingival samples were collected, followed by DNA extraction. Multiplex polymerase chain reaction was used to amplify viral DNA for the detection of herpes viruses. Data was analyzed using Stata 14.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The mean age for patients with aggressive periodontitis was 32.2 years (standard deviation [SD]: 8.50), while those for localized chronic periodontitis and generalized chronic periodontitis were 40.6 years (SD: 7.83) and 46.3 years (SD: 12.12), respectively. Viruses were detected only among patients clinically diagnosed with aggressive periodontitis. Of the total number of aggressive periodontitis patients, herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) and Epstein-Barr virus (HBV) were found in four (44%) and one (11%), respectively. The mean age for patients found to have HSV-1 or EBV was 29 years (SD: 6.93).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>We found HSV-1 and EBV in the subgingival plaque samples of Ghanaian patients clinically diagnosed with aggressive periodontitis. While our finding requires further investigation, the role of HSV in periodontitis, if elucidated, could transform and inform the clinical management of the condition.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12386","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36877863","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Aws S. ArRejaie, Rana S. Al-Hamdan, Ghadeer I. Basunbul, Tariq Abduljabbar, Khulud A. Al-Aali, Nawaf Labban
{"title":"Clinical performance of one-piece zirconia dental implants: A systematic review","authors":"Aws S. ArRejaie, Rana S. Al-Hamdan, Ghadeer I. Basunbul, Tariq Abduljabbar, Khulud A. Al-Aali, Nawaf Labban","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12384","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12384","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The aim of the present review was to evaluate the clinical and radiographic performance of one-piece zirconia implants (O-PZI). This review followed the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) guidelines that addressed the following focused question: What is the overall clinical and radiographic performance of O-PZI? The MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and Cochrane Oral Health Group Trials Register databases were searched. Six clinical studies were included. For studies evaluating O-PZI compared with one-piece titanium implants, zirconia implants showed higher crestal bone loss (CBL) in both the studies. However, one study demonstrated a high failure rate compared to titanium dental implants, while one study demonstrated comparable survival rates between zirconia and titanium dental implants. For studies evaluating O-PZI for the restoration of single crown and fixed dental prostheses, O-PZI showed comparable bone loss and survival rates for single crowns and fixed dental prostheses. Two studies were included that compared O-PZI with two-piece zirconia (T-PZI). One study showed a higher CBL and low survival rate for O-PZI compared to T-PZI, whereas the other study demonstrated comparable CBL and survival rates between O-PZI and T-PZI. It is still debatable whether O-PZI demonstrate better clinical performance when compared with titanium implants or two-piece design.</p>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12384","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36806417","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Anatomical, microbiological, and genetic considerations in treatment of Chinese periodontal patients","authors":"Edwin X. J. Goh, Marianne M. A. Ong","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12381","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12381","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The aim of the present narrative review was to highlight considerations when treating Chinese patients with periodontal diseases. These considerations can be broadly categorized into anatomical, microbiological, and genetic considerations. Anatomical considerations are tooth-related factors causing site-specific issues, and these include incisal palatal groove, root concavities, three-rooted permanent mandibular first molar, furcation entrance dimensions, cervical enamel projections, root trunk length, and molar root fusion. <i>Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans</i> was found to be commensal in the oral flora of Chinese. The association between a single gene polymorphism and periodontal disease has not been unequivocally proven in Chinese populations. Despite these subtle differences compared to other ethnic populations, studies of Chinese participants from various geographic regions have demonstrated that periodontal disease in this particular ethnic group can be successfully treated.</p>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12381","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36796124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ahmed S. Hashem, Rakhi Issrani, Tamer E. E. Elsayed, Namdeo Prabhu
{"title":"Topical hyaluronic acid in the management of oral lichen planus: A comparative study","authors":"Ahmed S. Hashem, Rakhi Issrani, Tamer E. E. Elsayed, Namdeo Prabhu","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12385","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12385","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic mucocutaneous disorder seen in clinical dental practice. Despite the progress in research and advances in knowledge, the successful management of OLP is still difficult to achieve. The aim of the present study was to compare the therapeutic effects of triamcinolone (TA) preparation (0.1%) with hyaluronic acid (HA) preparation (0.2%) in the management of OLP.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>In total, 40 patients of any age or sex who had symptomatic OLP were selected and randomly divided into two groups. Group I received topical 0.1% TA, and group II received topical 0.2% HA preparation three times per day for a period of 4 weeks. Basement data were recorded for each patient. Patients were evaluated on days 14 and 21, and after completing the course of treatment. The visual analog scale (VAS) was used for evaluating pain and burning sensation, along with an evaluation of the degree of erythema and mean area of the lesion. Data were analyzed by SPSS 17.0 software using Mann-Whitney and <i>t</i> test. <i>P </i>≤<i> </i>0.05 was considered statistically significant.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Our results showed considerable improvement in all of the parameters evaluated. Baseline characteristics, including pain score, size, and clinical characteristics of the lesions, were not different between the two treatment groups. Both TA and HA were found to reduce the VAS score, the degree of erythema, and size of the lesions after treatment.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The application of HA is suggested, and is an effective substitute for TA in the treatment of OLP.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12385","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36831720","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Current trends in antibiotic prescription behavior among Saudi dentists performing implant surgery: A cross-sectional observational study","authors":"Reem Al-Kattan, Nouf Al-Shibani","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12383","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12383","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The aim of the present study was to investigate current trends in antibiotic prescription behavior among dentists performing implant surgery.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A cross-sectional observational study was conducted among 133 dental specialists in Saudi Arabia. A self-administered questionnaire comprising of 21 questions related to basic demographic details (ie, sex, age, nationality, undergraduate training, type of specialty, clinical, and implant practice experience) made up the first part of the questionnaire. The second part of the questionnaire consisted of 12 close-ended questions concerning knowledge and opinions of the dental specialists related to antibiotic prescription patterns pre- or post-implant surgeries. Data were compiled and analyzed using SPSS version 20. Descriptive statistics were employed to calculate the means and percentages for demographic data and preoperative and postoperative antibiotic-prescribing habits in dental implant placement.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>All practicing dentists prescribed antibiotics preoperatively prior to routine dental implant placement; 41.4% (N = 55) of participants were in favor of recommending antibiotics after routine dental implant placement (postoperatively).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Antibiotic-prescribing patterns in implant surgery among Saudi dentists are diverse and inconsistent. Further studies are required to investigate the effect of prophylactic antibiotics in lowering the risk of implant failure.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12383","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36789770","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jing-Yuan Peng, James K. H. Tsoi, Jukka P. Matinlinna, Michael G. Botelho
{"title":"Silver deposition on demineralized dentine surface dosed by silver diammine fluoride with different saliva","authors":"Jing-Yuan Peng, James K. H. Tsoi, Jukka P. Matinlinna, Michael G. Botelho","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12382","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12382","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Silver diammine fluoride (SDF) is an anticaries agent that binds to tooth tissue. The aim of the present study was investigate the dose-response effect of SDF on demineralized dentine in basal medium mucin (BMM) saliva substitute and human saliva.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Dentine discs stored in saliva substitute, BMM, and human unstimulated whole saliva (UWS) were chemically demineralized, and 10 μL of 10 wt%, 24 wt%, or 38 wt% SDF was applied and then stored in its respective saliva (BMM or UWS) for 5 days. Dentine disc samples were digested in 70% HNO<sub>3</sub>, and silver was quantitatively detected by inductively coupled plasma mass spectroscopy.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>For both the BMM and UWS groups, the presence of silver increased proportionally with increasing concentrations of SDF (<i>P </i><<i> </i>0.05). For the 38 wt% SDF application, the mean absorption percentage of silver in dentine was 3.90% for the UWS group and 6.61% for the BMM group. The BMM group was found to yield a significantly higher amount of silver compared to UWS at 10 wt% and 38 wt% SDF application (α = 0.05); 38 wt% SDF interacts more with BMM with higher silver deposition than UWS.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The amount of silver found in dentine was in proportion to the concentration of SDF. Extrapolation of in vitro investigations using artificial saliva for SDF tooth interactions should be interpreted with caution.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12382","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36832182","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Isabella R. Ihle, Emma Neibling, Katia Albrecht, Hannah Treston, Amar Sholapurkar
{"title":"Investigation of radiation-protection knowledge, attitudes, and practices of North Queensland dentists","authors":"Isabella R. Ihle, Emma Neibling, Katia Albrecht, Hannah Treston, Amar Sholapurkar","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12374","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12374","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Queensland has current radiation-protection guidelines; however, with the absence of data exploring compliance and implementation, the efficacy is unknown. The aim of the present study was to investigate the knowledge and attitudes on radiation protection among private North Queensland (NQ) dentists.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A quantitative methodology was employed in an observational and descriptive study using questionnaires for data collection.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Of the 154 questionnaires distributed, 63 were completed and returned. The respondents’ knowledge concerning the technical details of their equipment was limited, with 31.5% and 47% not knowing the tube voltage and current utilized for their machines, respectively. In total, 23.8% of dentists had limited knowledge about the speed of the conventional film they used, 90.5% of respondents agreed that the role of imaging in dentistry is important, and 75.8% dentists reported the thyroid as the most important organ to protect during dental radiography. Their knowledge regarding position-distance rule was reasonably adequate; 80.3% of the dental practices appeared to follow the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency guidelines, 95.2% preferred taking radiographs if it was only urgent, and 69.8% identified a need for spreading awareness regarding radiation protection.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>An opportunity and need for further continuing education was identified among NQ dentists to ensure safety of patients.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12374","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36782693","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Celso A. Klein-Júnior, Eduardo Reston, Ana M. Plepis, Virginia C. Martins, Isabel C. Pötter, Fionnuala Lundy, Guilherme S. Hentschke, Vítor S. Hentschke, Ikhlas El Karim
{"title":"Development and evaluation of calcium hydroxide-coated, pericardium-based biomembranes for direct pulp capping","authors":"Celso A. Klein-Júnior, Eduardo Reston, Ana M. Plepis, Virginia C. Martins, Isabel C. Pötter, Fionnuala Lundy, Guilherme S. Hentschke, Vítor S. Hentschke, Ikhlas El Karim","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12380","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12380","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The aim of the present study was to develop a bovine pericardium biomembrane (BPB) and to evaluate pulp response in vivo.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A double-layer bovine BPB/chitosan was manufactured, and the porous chitosan side was coated with calcium hydroxide. The microstructure of the matrices was evaluated with electron microscopy. To test pulp response, cavities were prepared on the occlusal surface of Wistar rats’ mandibular left first molars and capped with matrices, followed by appropriate adhesives/composite restorations. The animals were divided into three groups: group 1, calcium hydroxide alone; group 2, BPB without calcium hydroxide; and group 3, BPB coated with calcium hydroxide. Specimens were processed and histologically evaluated at 7, 14, and 30 days, postoperatively.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Electron microscopy showed porous chitosan surface and a cohesive calcium hydroxide layer. Histological analysis showed that groups 1 and 3 had mild odontoblast layer disorganization, but normal pulp tissue appearance at 7, 14, and 30 days. At the same time points, group 2 showed a loss of general pulp tissue, pulp necrosis, and periapical abscess in some teeth.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Coated bovine pericardium-based biomembranes resulted in favorable outcomes in cases of pulp exposure after a 30-day observation period, and might protect against injuries caused by adhesive systems and composites.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12380","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36804738","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Radiographic characteristics of mesiodens in a non-syndromic pediatric population in the Black Sea region","authors":"Halenur Altan, Sumeyra Akkoc, Ahmet Altan","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12377","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12377","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A mesiodens is the most frequent type of supernumerary tooth. They can be related to several complications, such as ectopic eruption and midline diastema. The aim of the present study was to assess the radiographic properties of mesiodens by analyzing the associated age, sex distribution, number of mesiodens per patient, shape, direction of eruption, and their association with complications.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The present study was performed using panoramic radiographs of 14 400 pediatric patients (4-14 years old) who visited the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Gaziosmanpasa University for a variety of dental complaints from 2015 to 2018.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>There were 82 mesiodens diagnosed in a total of 71 patients. Among the 82 mesiodens, 51 (62.1%) were conical in shape, which was the most commonly seen shape, followed by 14 supplemental (17.07%), and 12 (14.6%) tuberculate. Of the 82 mesiodens, 65 (79.2%) were aligned vertically, nine (10.9%) were inverted, and eight (9.7%) were horizontally placed. Clinical complications were observed in 76.8% of patients.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The management of mesiodens can be performed using three methods: (a) spontaneous eruption; (b) early intervention; and (c) delayed intervention. However, the management of mesiodens should be evaluated on an individual basis to determine the best treatment method. Mesiodens-associated complications should be addressed prior to the lateral incisors erupting.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12377","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36744864","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yuniardini S. Wimardhani, Saman Warnakulasuriya, Gus P. Subita, Anandina I. Soegyanto, Siti A. Pradono, Nurfianti Patoni
{"title":"Public awareness of oral cancer among adults in Jakarta, Indonesia","authors":"Yuniardini S. Wimardhani, Saman Warnakulasuriya, Gus P. Subita, Anandina I. Soegyanto, Siti A. Pradono, Nurfianti Patoni","doi":"10.1111/jicd.12379","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jicd.12379","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The aim of the present study was to investigate the awareness of oral cancer among adults in Jakarta, Indonesia, and explore the factors influencing it.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A previously-tested questionnaire on 1000 adults in Jakarta was used in the present study. The data included sociodemographic factors and answers to assess the awareness of oral cancer, early signs and symptoms, risks factors, lifestyles, and history of dental visits.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Only 53.2% of participants were aware of oral cancer. The level of awareness significantly differed by level of education, occupation, and experience of dental visits. Only 30% of patients had been asked about their tobacco and alcohol habits, and had been informed about the hazards of these by their dentists. All of the smokers knew that tobacco increased the risk for oral cancer. However, only a few participants considered alcohol, betel quid chewing, UV light exposure, poor diet, and genetics to play role in the development of oral cancer. Health warnings were the main source of information about oral cancer; the role of health professionals is still quite low and needs to be emphasized.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Oral cancer awareness is still low among adults in Jakarta; this finding was consistent with other studies conducted in Asia. Educational material suited to particular communities is warranted.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":16204,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry","volume":"10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-11-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1111/jicd.12379","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"36736835","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}