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{"title":"Dental Amalgam and the Minamata Convention on Mercury Treaty: Make Mercury History for All","authors":"Anita Vazquez Tibau, Anita Vazquez, Blanche D Grube2","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.03.06","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.03.06","url":null,"abstract":"Mercury, known as the most toxic non-radioactive element to man, poses a significant threat to all living beings and the environment in all its forms. As a global pollutant, it demands urgent attention and effective measures to mitigate its toxic effects. The Minamata Convention on Mercury Treaty, adopted in 2013 and enforced in 2017, stands as a vital instrument in combating this pervasive toxin. Presently, 144 countries have ratified the treaty, embodying the collective commitment to the mantra \"Make Mercury History.\" As countries work diligently to eliminate mercury from various products and processes, such as thermometers, batteries, lighting, and cosmetics, dental amalgam remains a notable concern. Being one of the top mercury-containing products globally, dental amalgam has drawn attention for its phasedown approach within the treaty. The dental sector alone accounts for an estimated 340 tonnes of mercury usage each year. Alarmingly, mercury derived from dental amalgam infiltrates the black market, ultimately entering the artisanal small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector, the primary source of global mercury pollution. Furthermore, dental amalgam plays a significant role in municipal wastewater mercury contamination, as it has been identified as the largest source of this toxic element in such environments. Considering its pervasive nature, diverse pathways of contamination, and its ability to bioaccumulate in both humans and the environment, it is evident that the toxic legacy of dental amalgam will persist long after the placement of the last amalgam filling. The pressing issue of mercury toxicity makes it imperative for action to be taken through the Minamata Convention on Mercury Treaty. As we strive to \"Make Mercury History\" for the well-being of all living organisms, mercury dental amalgam must be proactively addressed to prevent its continued contribution to global mercury pollution.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral & Dental Health","volume":"67 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121949091","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":"Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Parents toward (Infant & Child) Oral Health in Family Medicine Center at PSMMC, Riyadh","authors":"","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.03.05","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.03.05","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The aim of this study was to assess the infant/child oral health (IOH) related knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of parents in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 327 parents. Visiting the family medicine center at prince sultan military medical city, Riyadh Saudi Arabia. A 39-item questionnaire covering sociodemographic characteristics and questions pertaining to KAP regarding OH care will used to collect the data. Descriptive statistics, Student's t-test, one-way analysis of variance, and Scheffe’s test will use for the statistical analysis (P ≤ 0.05). Results: The result showed that majority of the parents had good knowledge regarding OH, knowledge of cleaning (92.4%) and knowledge of amount of sugar (88.1%). The parents of age group (30 to 39) years (n=147) reported the highest mean (knowledge, attitudes, and practice) scores among all other age groups with a knowledge mean score of (6.80± 1.73), an attitude mean score of (8.86±1.37), and a practice mean score of (5.14± 1.86). Female parents showed a significantly higher mean knowledge, attitude and practices scores than the male parents. In addition, middle income level parents’ group (n=295) reported higher knowledge mean score compared to low-income parents’ group (n=15) with mean difference d=1.15, p=.041. Conclusion: Parents knowledge about maintaining oral and dental health care for infant/child was inadequate. Essentially, medical professionals are the initial ones to interact with expecting and new moms. Therefore, need to raise parents’ awareness about oral and dental health for infants/ child, through develop and implementation long-term education and promotions programs.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral & Dental Health","volume":"34 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134482789","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":"In Vitro Comparison of Shear Bond Strength (SBS) of Orthodontic Brackets Bonded with 4 Adhesive Materials and Debonded at Different Time Intervals","authors":"","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.03.04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.03.04","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: This study compared the SBS of orthodontic brackets that were bonded on buccal enamel of premolars either with composite resins or with RMGI after 2 and 24 hours and after 4 weeks. Methods: 220 premolars extracted due to orthodontic reasons were divided in four groups: In 2 groups brackets were bonded with composite resins: GC connect and Transbond XT-3M, and in 2 groups with RMGI: GC FUJI LC Capsule and GC Automix. Each group was divided to 3 different time intervals: 2H, 24H and 4 weeks. At each time interval the brackets were tested using a constant load of 2.5 N and the shear bond strength recorded as stress at maximal load was recorded in MPa. Results: Our study shows that the RMGI glue GC LC Capsule had the highest shear bond strength after 2H (11.6 MPa) and after 24H (8.5 MPa) with significance of P<0.001 Conclusions: As shown also in previous studies GC Fuji LC Capsule should be considered as a safe material for bracket bonding and caries protection during orthodontic treatment, due to fluoride release around the bracket.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"46 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131072261","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":"Evaluation of Anaesthetic Efficacy of Ropivacaine for the Removal of Impacted 3rd Molars- A Randomised Control Study","authors":"","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.03.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.03.03","url":null,"abstract":"This study involved 20 healthy patients (ASA 1) with bilaterally impacted mandibular third molar were randomly selected of both Sexes between age group of 20-40 years. Purpose: This study was done to evaluate the efficacy of Ropivacaine in comparison with Lignocaine for mandibular anaesthesia for bilaterally impacted mandibular third molars in aspect of onset, duration of anaesthesia, analgesia and postoperative requirement of analgesics. Method: Patients received 2ml of 2% Lignocaine with adrenaline on one side and 2ml of 0.75 % plain ropivacaine on the other side at two different appointments. Pain experiences were measured by Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Verbal Rating Scale (VRS). Results: In ropivacaine group, the means of onset of anesthesia, duration of anaesthesia, duration of post-operative analgesia and requirement of post-operative analgesics were 5.8±2.33 min, 533.3±142.2 min, 539.6±114.7 min and 4.2±0.8 no’s respectively and there was a significant difference between these group (<0.001). Conclusion: The efficacy of plain ropivacaine 0.75% is superior to 2% lignocaine with adrenaline 1:1,00,000 in terms of duration of anaesthesia and analgesia, intraoperative and post-operative pain control but the onset of action of plain ropivacaine is slightly higher. We conclude that Plain Ropivacaine 0.75% can be used as an alternative to lignocaine in third molar surgeries and other minor surgical procedures which necessitates longer duration of anaesthesia and analgesia in oral and maxillofacial region.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127795799","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":"Is Apical Root Resorption Greater When Using Clear Aligners as Compared to Conventional Fixed Appliances in Adult Patients Following Orthodontic Treatment? A literature Review","authors":"Researc H Article, N. Owolabi","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.02.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.02.03","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Apical root resorption has been identified as a potential risk/adverse effect of conventional orthodontic treatment, however, with changing dental demand and increasing patient preference for clear aligners therapy, the availability of evidence-based information on its incidence/severity following treatment with either clear aligners or fixed appliance is of relevance to clinical practice in providing guidance on orthodontic treatment risk to patients and therefore contributing to the process of obtaining valid informed consent. Objectives: The aim of this study is to undertake a literature review to establish whether apical root resorption following orthodontic treatment is greater in adult patients treated with clear aligners as compared to conventional fixed appliances, to analyse and appraise the data, to make appropriate recommendations relevant to orthodontic practice and is widely referenced by orthodontists. Search Methods: A systematic literature search of three databases (Medline, Embase, Web of science), Google scholar and a hand search of relevant journals was done. Selection Criteria: Primary research studies high in the hierarchy of evidence that investigated/compared apical root resorption following extraction/non-extraction based orthodontic treatment with fixed appliance or clear aligners in adult patients equal to or greater than 18 years between January 2010 and December 2021 were selected for this systematic review. Data Collection and Analysis: Studies were accessed, duplicates eliminated, data extracted with the use of a customized data extraction form, and quality assessed using a critical appraisals skills programme tool. Results: A total of 67 studies were identified, and after the elimination of duplicates and quality assessment, six studies were selected for review. The Cochrane Rob 2 bias tool was used to assess the risk of bias of the selected studies. Apical root resorption prevalence/severity was measured using two different radiographic methods: 3-Dimesional (CBCT-scan) and 2-Dimensional (panoramic/periapical radiographs). Conclusions: The majority of the studies showed that the severity/prevalence of apical root resorption is less in clear aligners compared to fixed appliance treated patients, however, they are characterized by different baseline malocclusion/treatment duration/modalities, study design flaw, inconsistency in outcome measurement/calculation. Due to these limitations, it is difficult to arrive at a conclusion and make recommendations applicable to everyday clinical practice. The clinician should take into consideration factors that increase the risk of apical root resorption such as genetic predisposition, treatment duration, force application (types and location), types of tooth movement, initial malocclusion and extraction/ non-extraction-based treatment in deciding on the orthodontic treatment option and gaining patient consent.Limitations: The current evidence has a number of limitat","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128956918","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":"Impact, Utility and Need for Tele Orthodontics in Recent Times-A Systematic Review","authors":"Sheetal Jha, Anshul Singla, Shruti Sharma, Rajeshwar Singh, Ayushi Nagar","doi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-2693163/v1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2693163/v1","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Tele orthodontics uses information technology to provide remote, global healthcare advice and treatment. This approach allows the exchange of patient-related information with healthcare providers and/ or related organizations using digital technology such as radiographs and healthcare-related consultations. This is in contrast to the traditional methods of healthcare management, which rely on direct patient contact and communication. Furthermore, Tele orthodontics has been shown to be a valuable means of monitoring patients and facilitating patient-dentist communication, especially in the present COVID-19 pandemic that has challenged the existing global healthcare systems and all forms of healthcare policy. Objective: To evaluate the impact, relevance and utility of tele orthodontics in today's era. Methods: In this systematic review, the articles search was performed on relevant studies collected through systematically developed and executed search strategies for the past 10 years in the following databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, Ebsco, Medline etc. The research was carried out by online and offline surfing and 10yrs database records.442 records were screened, out of which 8 articles were narrowed down to be included for the systematic review. Results: There are eight articles, which suggested the impact and relevance of teleorthodontics in recent times. Conclusion: Based on eight articles teleorthodontics is a go-to modality and an adjunct to traditional orthodontic diagnosis, consultation and treatment therapy","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"34 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114050238","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":"Effectiveness of Pulpotomy Procedures in Mature Permanent Teeth with Irreversible Pulpitis","authors":"","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.02.01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.02.01","url":null,"abstract":"The standard treatment for permanent teeth diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis is pulpectomy and root canal therapy. However, with introduction of biomaterials like calcium silicate cements which are promoters of biomineralization, and vital pulp therapy procedures for preserving and maintaining pulp tissue, this position could be relative.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"42 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131217893","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":"Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Joint Disorder: Chair-Side Routine Diagnostics (Radiography, Ultrasonography) and Mihalyi Ultrasonography Measured Splint Therapy, A Case Report","authors":"Case Report, Szilvia Mihályi, Kinga Mészáros","doi":"10.33140/jodh.07.01.01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.07.01.01","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: An increased prevalence of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) has been seen over the last few decades. It is a common issue worldwide considering that a significant part of orofacial pain of non-dental origin is caused by TMD [1]. The present study aims to explain which chair-side examinations can be useful for the diagnostics of the TMD caused pain and thereby an appropriate treatment can be chosen to eliminate the complaints. Methods: In addition to routine clinical examination, radiography and ultrasound imaging provides short examination time, low cost, non-invasive compared with the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). By radiograph diagnostics can anatomical deviations and serious bilateral differences be recognized. Sonography provides dynamic visualization of the soft-tissue structures of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This asymmetric splint therapy is aimed to reduce pain and stress on the joint structure and to protect the associated structures, thereby increasing the quality of life. Results: We compare the distances of the joint spaces according the ulrasonography and with the difference of these we modify the splint. After 8 weeks of individual ultrasonography measured splint therapy treatment the patient has experienced a relief of her TMD signs and symptoms. After the treatment the patiens’s symptoms decreased. Conclusion: Using ultrasonography combined with TMJ x-ray can be a good diagnostic tool. Hence, by using the Mihályi Ultrasonography Measured Splint therapy we provide an individual, non-invasive treatment for patients with temporomandibular disorders.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"33 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128132570","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":"Brown Lesions in Dentin: Caries versus Erosion","authors":"","doi":"10.33140/jodh.06.03.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.06.03.03","url":null,"abstract":"Today’s dental professionals are frequently confronted with brown lesions in dentin. This image represents Type III contemporary dental erosion lesions, yet it is strikingly resembling the traditionally described dental caries. Such a resemblance can be misleading and could complicate diagnosis. An erroneous identification of these lesions may not alter restorative management but could indeed derail the course of preventive measures leading to an undesirable prognosis. To avoid this mishap, the characteristics, etiology and pathogenesis of brown erosion lesions are reviewed and their fundamental clinical differences from the comparable carious lesions are highlighted to aid in identification and to a proper preventive course.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125371374","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":"Abusing Illicit Drug: Systemic and Orofacial Health Complications","authors":"","doi":"10.33140/jodh.06.03.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.33140/jodh.06.03.02","url":null,"abstract":"Illicit drugs are everyone’s problem in the US. It poses great challenge to dental health care professionals who are in the frontline contact with the public, and will inevitably encounter drug users among their patients. For their own safety and for the benefit of their patients, it is imperative that among their armamentaria should include knowledge of current drug crises, and adverse effects of these drugs on systemic and orofacial health. The objective of this communique is to provide a comprehensive review of this subject.","PeriodicalId":437084,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Oral &amp; Dental Health","volume":"120 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134628081","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}