Y Selvaraj, P R GeethaPriya, S Asokan, S Viswanath
{"title":"Association between snack parenting style and dental caries status of children aged 7-8 years: a sequential mixed method approach.","authors":"Y Selvaraj, P R GeethaPriya, S Asokan, S Viswanath","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01003-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01003-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Literature search shows that there is less evidence of the association between snack parenting styles and dental caries. This study aimed to assess the snack parenting style of mothers of children aged 7-8 years and its association with the dental caries status of their children.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study used a sequential mixed-method approach. In the quantitative phase, the Parenting around SNAcking Questionnaire (P-SNAQ) was used to assess the snack parenting style of mothers. DMFT/deft indices were used to record the dental caries status of their children. In the qualitative phase, in-depth face-to-face interviews were conducted. Through a thematic approach, codes and themes were derived.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 600 mother-child pairs participated. Autonomy support was the most common type of snack parenting style (n = 283). There was no significant association between snack parenting style and children's dental caries status. Five themes were derived: (1) Scenarios of snacking; (2) Parental factors affecting snacking; (3) Snack intake influencers; (4) Unhealthy strands; (5) Healthy alternatives.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Snack parenting styles did not influence the dental caries status of children. Those who had snack regulations at home or school were more likely to prefer healthy snacks. Mothers expressed the need for branded healthy snacks.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"667-678"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143411265","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":"The V.I.S.I.O.N. model: a novel holistic framework to improve oral health-related quality of life for visually impaired individuals.","authors":"P Ragavane, P Chandrasekaran","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01007-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01007-8","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"821-823"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143392227","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}
Ola B Al-Batayneh, Tamara Halasa, Serene Badran, Mohammad A Albatayneh, Heba Jafar Sabbagh, Yousef S Khader
{"title":"The impact of maternal stress on non-syndromic clefts: a retrospective case-control study.","authors":"Ola B Al-Batayneh, Tamara Halasa, Serene Badran, Mohammad A Albatayneh, Heba Jafar Sabbagh, Yousef S Khader","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01035-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01035-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To assess the effect of COVID-19 related maternal psychological stress (MS) in the first trimester of pregnancy on non-syndromic orofacial-clefts (NSOFCs).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This retrospective case-control cross-sectional study included infants who were born during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sample size was determined based on differences in MS and their effect on clefts etiology. Infants were divided into two groups: cases (with NSOFCs) and controls (healthy); two controls were selected for each case, matched by gender and residence. Data was collected from mothers through phone-based questionnaires which consisted of three parts: demographics, risk factors, and maternal stress using the Life Events Questionnaire (LEQ) and Fear of COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19S). Descriptive statistics, correlations and logistic regression were done, level of significance was set at (P ≤ 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The final sample included 192 infants: (64 cases, 128 controls), mostly females, born full-term, with normal weight (55.2%, 72.9%, and 62.5%, respectively). Mothers ages were 19-41 years. Prevalence of NSOFCs was 1.41 birth per 1000 live births. The LEQ showed that changing residence (P = 0.012) and overall stress (P = 0.019) were significant factors for mothers in both groups. Regression analysis showed that low gestational age of the infant (P = 0.009), lack of folic acid intake during the first trimester (P = 0.037), parental consanguinity (P = 0.019) and maternal stress due to COVID-19 pandemic (P = 0.039) were risk factors for NSOFCs.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Despite limitations of reliance on self-reported MS, this study suggests that maternal stress is a risk factor for NSOFCs. More studies need to be conducted addressing MS during prenatal and perinatal periods.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"741-752"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144024754","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}
Roshni Maria Irwina Alwin, Priyadharshini Ragavane
{"title":"Nanosilver fluoride: a potential game changer in preventive and special care dentistry.","authors":"Roshni Maria Irwina Alwin, Priyadharshini Ragavane","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00998-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-024-00998-0","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"817-818"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142956624","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}
A S Hussein, N S Norazlan, N S Md Radzi, S H Hamzah, X Gao
{"title":"YouTube as a source of information for parents about silver diamine fluoride.","authors":"A S Hussein, N S Norazlan, N S Md Radzi, S H Hamzah, X Gao","doi":"10.1007/s40368-024-00958-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-024-00958-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To depict and evaluate the characteristics, engagement, content, and quality of YouTube videos containing information about silver diamine fluoride (SDF).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 200 YouTube™ videos were selected and screened, and the video characteristics and engagement indicators were recorded. They were then reviewed for consistency with current professional guidelines on this topic. Two independent reviewers scored the videos using a customized 8-point scoring and 5-point Global Quality Scale (GQS) to assess the content information and the overall quality of each video. These videos were further classified into good, moderate, and poor videos. Kruskal-Wallis, Chi-squared, and Spearman's correlation tests were used for the statistical analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>110 videos met the inclusion criteria. The median total content score was 3 (IQR = 4) and the median GQS score was 2 (IQR = 2). Less than half (n = 49; 45.5%) of the videos were uploaded by healthcare professionals. The video content was classified as good (n = 26; 23.64%), moderate (n = 43; 39.09%), and poor (n = 41; 37.27%). Good-quality videos have a significantly higher information content score than the other groups (P = 0.001). A strong correlation was found between the total content score and GQS score (rho = 0.970, P = 0.001). Longer duration, higher interaction index, and recent upload are associated with higher content and quality scores.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>A considerable number of videos are available on YouTube about SDF treatment and are attracting public interest. The content and quality of these videos vary widely and are related to several factors.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"657-665"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142606523","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}
G F Rodrigues, Í M Carneiro, T C da Costa, P A C Marques, F Barja-Fidalgo, A Fonseca-Gonçalves
{"title":"Influence of knowledge about silver diamine fluoride on the acceptance and perception of Brazilian children's guardians: a randomized controlled clinical trial.","authors":"G F Rodrigues, Í M Carneiro, T C da Costa, P A C Marques, F Barja-Fidalgo, A Fonseca-Gonçalves","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01040-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01040-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This randomized controlled clinical trial evaluated the influence of guardians' prior knowledge about silver diamine fluoride (SDF), through the application of an instructional video, on their acceptance and perception of its use in children.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The children's guardians responded to a questionnaire containing questions about the use of SDF. They were randomized into groups: test, received prior information about SDF through a video; control, did not receive prior information. As answer options (yes/maybe/no) for each question, scores were assigned (0-2). The lower the total score (0-24), the better the acceptance and perception. X<sup>2</sup> and Mann-Whitney tests were used for comparisons between groups.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Eighty-two participants were included (test, n = 42; control, n = 40). The total score was 6.98 (± 4.33) in the test group and 8.45 (± 4.87) in the control (p = 0.683). Considering the use of SDF in anterior teeth, the test group showed better acceptance (p = 0.027).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The prior knowledge about the SDF did not, generally, influence the acceptance and perception of the guardians. However, regarding anterior teeth, there was better acceptance and perception by those who received the video about SDF.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"769-777"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144053223","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":"Asparagine in saliva with a lower risk of early childhood caries in undernourished children.","authors":"Amnuay Kleebayoon, Viroj Wiwanitkit","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01019-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01019-4","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"611-612"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606425","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}
K Seremidi, S Gizani, M Anderson, G Dahllöf, M Barr-Agholme, S Parekh, G Tsilingaridis
{"title":"Best clinical practise guidance for oral health care management of long-term childhood cancer survivors (CCS): an EAPD policy document.","authors":"K Seremidi, S Gizani, M Anderson, G Dahllöf, M Barr-Agholme, S Parekh, G Tsilingaridis","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01037-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01037-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD) has developed this best clinical practice guidance to help clinicians manage the oral health of long-term childhood cancer survivors.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An expert group conducted a systematic review of the relevant literature on oral health care management of long-term childhood cancer survivors (CCS). The workshop was held during the corresponding EAPD interim seminar in Prague in May 2023. Several clinical based recommendations and statements were agreed upon, and gaps in our knowledge were identified.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The evidence regarding prevalence was limited to retrospective studies of moderate to good quality. Oral hygiene of CCS was worse compared to healthy individuals, showing higher values for gingival and plaque indices. Similarly, survivors had increased caries risk with higher mean dmft/DMFT and dt/DT values. The most common radiographic defects were impaired root growth in the permanent teeth and tooth agenesis. Enamel developmental defects, microdontia, and hypodontia were also commonly diagnosed. Age at start of treatment was identified as a risk factor, for the development of microdontia, tooth agenesis, and root defects in patients treated at age <3 years. The type of treatment also appeared to influence the risk, as an increased prevalence of dental caries and a higher frequency of root malformations were found in patients who had undergone concomitant radiation therapy, although evidence was limited. Treatment duration was not found to be a risk factor.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These guidelines provide recommendations for dental management for childhood cancer survivors defined as children and adolescents up to the age of 19 years, regardless of age at initial diagnosis and treatment initiation.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"753-757"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12283843/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144034065","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M Maashi, H Elkhodary, N Bamashmous, O Felemban, N Alamoudi
{"title":"Clinical performance of two chemomechanical caries removal agents in primary molars: a randomized controlled trial.","authors":"M Maashi, H Elkhodary, N Bamashmous, O Felemban, N Alamoudi","doi":"10.1007/s40368-025-01030-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40368-025-01030-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The concept of Chemomechanical Caries Removal (CMCR) includes the selective removal of caries-infected tissue while preserving caries-affected tissue. However, studies examining its application to children are scarce. The aim was to assess pain perception and time duration of CMCR agents when removing caries in primary molars in a sample of children compared to the conventional method of caries removal using rotary burs.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A randomized controlled clinical trial with a split-mouth design with a sample of 60 children aged 4-9 years with 120 cavitated occlusal carious primary molars was equally distributed into 2 experiments: BRIX3000<sup>®</sup> vs. conventional method (Experiment 1) and Carie-Care™ vs. conventional method (Experiment 2). The time duration of caries removal was recorded. Perception of pain during caries excavation was evaluated using the \"Wong-Baker FACES<sup>®</sup> Pain Rating Scale.\"</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Caries removal using the conventional method was significantly faster compared to CMCR agents in both experiments (P < 0.001 and P < 0.001). Caries removal using BRIX3000<sup>®</sup> was significantly faster than Carie-Care™ (P < 0.001). Caries removal with BRIX3000<sup>®</sup> or Carie-Care™ were reported less painful than the conventional method (P = 0.002 and P = 0.011, respectively).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study concluded that although CMCR methods require more time for caries removal, they were reported to be less painful.</p><p><strong>Trial registration: </strong>The study protocol was registered at www.</p><p><strong>Clinicaltrials: </strong>gov under the identifier NCT05427591.</p>","PeriodicalId":47603,"journal":{"name":"European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry","volume":" ","pages":"731-739"},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12283429/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144054667","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}