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{"title":"Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of Western Australian Refugee Children With Childhood Caries","authors":"Jilen Patel,&nbsp;Joshua Tze Jen Ong,&nbsp;Sarah Cherian,&nbsp;Zac Dempsey,&nbsp;Bathsheba Turton,&nbsp;Robert Anthonappa","doi":"10.1111/adj.70044","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70044","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objectives</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Dental caries remains the most common chronic childhood condition and in Australia persists as a leading cause of potentially preventable hospitalisation. Despite various public health initiatives and improvements in oral health among the wider community, significant disparities exist among refugee families due to the unique challenges they face. Beyond the effects on a tooth level, dental caries profoundly influences a child's oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) which encompasses the physical, psychological and social impacts oral health has on daily life, an area that is often overlooked. This study explores the OHRQoL of Western Australian refugee children who experience childhood caries.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This nested study was conducted within a larger randomised controlled trial (ACTRN12616000456459) investigating caries arrest in newly resettled refugee children. Participants were recruited from the tertiary paediatric Refugee Health Service (RHS), where demographic information, clinical dental examination findings and OHRQoL data were collected using the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS). Non-parametric methods were employed to assess differences in total and domain-specific ECOHIS scores across stratification groups, including caries burden, caries depth, age and geographical region.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A total of 223 children were included with a mean age of 4.6 years. Approximately, 65% of the children had high caries burden (&gt; 5 affected teeth), and 160 out of 223 (72%) had frank dentine lesions. The mean (SD) total ECOHIS score was 6.52 (6.68). Parental distress had the highest mean score among the ECOHIS domains (1.79), while the symptoms domain score was unexpectedly low (0.96), despite participants experiencing severe and extensive caries.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Refugee children experience a high burden of caries, yet reported symptoms were low, suggesting under recognition of oral pain. Conversely, high parental distress scores reveal the significant psychological impact on families. These findings highlight the need for early, culturally appropriate dental care within a family-centred model of care.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 2","pages":"192-200"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/adj.70044","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147269930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Safety and Effectiveness of the Hydraulic Pressure Sinus Floor Elevation Technique: A Systematic Review","authors":"Jared Hughes,&nbsp;Ajay Sharma,&nbsp;Lavanya Ajay Sharma","doi":"10.1111/adj.70035","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70035","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This project aims to systematically review and synthesise the data found in the literature regarding the survival of implants, complications, and gain in bone height using the hydraulic pressure technique to elevate the maxillary sinus floor.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A comprehensive literature search was conducted using databases including PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Cochrane, covering studies from 2005 to July 2024. A total of 24 studies were included, comprising randomised control trials, cohort studies, and case series. The main outcomes evaluated were implant survival, complication rates, and endo-sinus bone gain.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The review included 3053 implants placed in 2290 Sinuses of 2231 patients. The patients' ages ranged from 23 to 84, with a mean of 51.6 years. The included studies reported a pooled implant survival rate of 98.40% over follow-up periods ranging from 6 months to 8 years. The rate of sinus membrane perforation was relatively low (2.05%), and other complications, such as hematoma, sinusitis, nasal discharge, or oedema, occurred in 0.49% of cases. The average endo-sinus bone gain achieved using this technique was 6.72 mm.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The hydraulic pressure technique for sinus floor elevation is one of the many proposed solutions to provide predictable, safe, and efficient sinus floor elevation. The results from this review provide some cause for optimism, with high survival rates, low complication rates, and adequate gain in bone height. There is still a need for further long-term, high-quality research by independent third parties to confirm the effectiveness and safety of this technique.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Clinical Relevance</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>There is limited information available for the hydraulic pressure technique for sinus floor elevation. It has only been briefly mentioned in a limited number of literary reviews, none of which quantify the available data. This study presents the first systematic review of the hydraulic pressure technique, synthesising the available data and suggesting that the hydraulic pressure technique demonstrates high success and safety.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Prospero</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This review is registered in PROSPERO under ID: 1070614.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 2","pages":"101-118"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146103595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Association of Migration Status of Parents With Their Satisfaction With Oral Care Provision for Their Children in Australia—Insights From a National Study","authors":"Sudheer Babu Balla,&nbsp;Jyothi Tadakamadla,&nbsp;Diep H. Ha,&nbsp;Loc G. Do,&nbsp;Santosh Kumar Tadakamadla","doi":"10.1111/adj.70034","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70034","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Background&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;Globally, the number of migrants with limited language proficiency and low health literacy has been steadily increasing. In Australia, while most state governments have recognised these individuals as a priority population and provide free or subsidised access to oral healthcare services, their satisfaction levels regarding the received dental care remain uncertain. Studies suggest that patients with communication barriers often report greater dissatisfaction and anxiety in healthcare settings, with cultural insensitivity further worsening their experience. Therefore, feedback on oral healthcare services is crucial for improving service delivery and care quality.&lt;/p&gt;\u0000 &lt;/section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Objective and Methods&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;This study aims to compare and assess the satisfaction of migrant and Australian-born parents with the oral healthcare received by their children in Australia. Data from the 2012–2014 National Child Oral Health Survey (NCOHS) was utilised, which involved a cross-sectional survey of 24,664 representative school children aged 5–14 years and their parents in Australia. This study used the Child Oral Care Performance Assessment Scale (COPAS), which was originally developed to collect parental observation and assessment of dental care received by their child. In the present study, the COPAS was used as a proxy measure for gauging the parents' satisfaction. Data were analysed using the complex samples' general linear model regression analyses to confirm the association between the factors.&lt;/p&gt;\u0000 &lt;/section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Results&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;In general, the satisfaction scores were significantly lower in migrants than non-migrant parents regarding the oral healthcare provided to their children in efficient, responsive, accessible and capable domains of COPAS. The overall satisfaction score, across all domains, revealed that migrant parents had lower satisfaction levels than non-migrants (&lt;i&gt;B&lt;/i&gt; = −1.64; 95% CI, −3.11 to −0.17). Parental language and income were also linked to satisfaction levels, with migrant parents from countries where English is not the primary language having notably lower scores than migrant parents from countries where English is the primary language (&lt;i&gt;B&lt;/i&gt; = −4.16; 95% CI, −5.98 to −2.34). Among the other factors studied, parents in lower-income (&lt;i&gt;B&lt;/i&gt; = −7.55; 95% CI, −9.14 to −5.95) and middle-income (&lt;i&gt;B&lt;/i&gt; = −4.31; 95% CI, −5.45 to −3.17) groups were less satisfied with oral healthcare compared to higher-income parents. Single-adult households also reported lower satisfaction (&lt;i&gt;B&lt;/i&gt; = −5.01; 95% CI, −9.67 to −0.35). On the other hand, having fewer children was associated with higher parental satisfaction.&lt;/p&gt;\u0000 &lt;/se","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 2","pages":"160-172"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145846321","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Post-Operative Infections Following Dentoalveolar Surgery Admitted to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Tertiary Centre","authors":"Ali A. R. Musa,&nbsp;Emilija D. Jensen,&nbsp;Ruby Richardson,&nbsp;Andrew Cheng,&nbsp;Paul John Sambrook","doi":"10.1111/adj.70014","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70014","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Purpose</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence, characteristics, and management of post-operative infections (POI) following dentoalveolar surgery in patients admitted to a tertiary oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) unit in South Australia over a five-year period.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Material and Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A retrospective cross-sectional audit was conducted at a tertiary hospital OMS Unit from January 2019 to December 2023. A post-operative infection was defined as an infection occurring at the surgical site after an initial surgical procedure. Data were collected from 107 patients admitted with POI following surgery. Data on demographics, clinical management, antibiotic use, and microbiological findings were analyzed using descriptive and quantitative statistical methods.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The mean age of patients was 43.5 years, with a slight female predominance (57.9%). Mandibular molars were the most common source of infection (88.8%), with the submandibular space being the most frequently involved (42.1%). Microbiological analysis revealed a 35% antibiotic resistance rate, with clindamycin resistance being particularly high (22.5%). Patients with resistant infections had significantly longer hospital stays (mean 8.9 vs. 4.9 days, <i>t</i>-test, <i>p</i> = 0.012).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>POI following dentoalveolar surgery represents a significant clinical and economic burden, particularly in cases involving antibiotic-resistant organisms. The findings underscore the need for improved antibiotic stewardship, enhanced preventive strategies and definitive early management to optimize patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"59-67"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145430212","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Radiopacity Evaluation of 3D Printed Permanent Crown Restoration Materials","authors":"Elif Çelebi,&nbsp;Berkman Albayrak,&nbsp;Yeşim Ölçer Us,&nbsp;Gökhan Özdemir,&nbsp;Emir Yüzbaşıoğlu","doi":"10.1111/adj.70023","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70023","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>To analyze the radiopacity of three commercially available 3D printing resins, which are currently used for permanent crowns.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Samples were fabricated using Saremco Print Crowntec, VarseoSmile Crown Plus, and Duraprint at 0.5, 1, and 1.5 mm thicknesses. Radiographs were taken alongside a 1-mm tooth section and aluminum step wedge using a photostimulable phosphor system at 60 kVp, 7 mA, 0.25 s, and a 30 cm source-to-object distance. Mean grayscale values were analyzed in ImageJ to calculate mm Al values. Statistical analyses included one-way ANOVA and Tukey HSD tests (<i>p</i> = 0.05).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The radiopacity of all tested materials was statistically significantly lower than that of enamel (2.30 ± 0.07 mmAl). Except for the 1.5 mm thick Saremco Print Crowntec and VarseoSmile Crown Plus groups, all of them showed statistically significantly lower radiopacity than that of the dentine (1.27 ± 0.08 mmAl). Duraprint showed the lowest radiopacity values among all groups, and didn't show a statistically significant difference in various thicknesses.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The related 3D printing resins might not achieve sufficient radiopacity, particularly in thin restorations. In Duraprint restorations, distinguishing the natural tissues, restoration or caries would be difficult due to the lack of radiopacity.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"68-73"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145562432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Healing Through Stories: How Yarning Can Transform Indigenous Oral Health","authors":"Luke Chung","doi":"10.1111/adj.70030","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70030","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"93-94"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145720725","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Hidden Dangers of Counterfeit and Replica-Like Endodontic Files: A Scoping Review of Current Evidence","authors":"Felipe Immich,&nbsp;Gustavo Henrique Longen,&nbsp;Carolyne Silveira da Motta,&nbsp;Bruna Cavalcante Chaves de Araújo,&nbsp;Giampiero Rossi-Fedele,&nbsp;Lucas Peixoto de Araújo","doi":"10.1111/adj.70031","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70031","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This scoping review mapped and critically appraised laboratory evidence on counterfeit and replica-like nickel–titanium endodontic files, evaluating design, metallurgical composition, surface finishing, and mechanical performance to clarify clinical and regulatory implications. Comprehensive searches of major databases and key endodontic journals identified 17 in vitro studies; no clinical studies were found. Counterfeit instruments consistently exhibited design irregularities, surface defects, and altered metallurgical properties that reduced cyclic fatigue resistance and produced unpredictable mechanical behaviour, posing significant patient-safety concerns. Replica-like instruments showed heterogeneous performance, with some matching or rarely exceeding original files in specific tests but others demonstrating inferior flexibility or torsional resistance. Quality-control standards were inconsistent or lacking. These findings demonstrate that deviations in alloy processing, phase transformation, and surface finishing compromise mechanical reliability and highlight the urgent need for stronger regulatory oversight and clinical validation to safeguard practitioners and patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"5-25"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12945868/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145792666","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Understanding the Oral Health Status and Factors Affecting Poor Oral Health in People Living With Severe Mental Illness: A Cross-Sectional Study","authors":"Shilpi Ajwani,&nbsp;Premala Sureshkumar,&nbsp;Sameer Bhole,&nbsp;Tim Lambert","doi":"10.1111/adj.70006","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70006","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objectives</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>To assess the oral health status of patients with severe mental illness visiting the Collaborative Centre for Cardiometabolic Health in Psychosis clinics and examine the effect of demographic, medical and social factors on Oral Health (OH).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The cross-sectional study included adults aged 18–65 years with severe mental illness who attended the clinics in Sydney, Australia between June 2016 and December 2020. As part of the OH assessment, information about their oral hygiene behaviours was recorded and participants underwent dental examination to assess their dental status.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The majority of the 845 patients were male (63%), with a mean age of 43.4 years and a diagnosis of Schizophrenia (61%). Co-morbidities included dyslipidaemia (93.3%), overweight/obesity (81%), and hypertension (47%). Gingival inflammation was noticed in 80% of participants. Caries experience was high, with 44% having active tooth decay requiring restoration or extraction. Age, smoking, schizophrenia, depression and cardiometabolic conditions like diabetes and hypertension were significantly associated with caries. Gingival inflammation was significantly associated with psychiatric diagnosis and antipsychotic medications, male gender, smoking and diabetes.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>People with severe mental illness have a high prevalence of dental caries and gingival inflammation. A strong association between dental diseases and demographics as well as cardiometabolic conditions emphasises the need for a multipronged approach to improve the overall health outcomes of people with severe mental illness.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"39-48"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12945865/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145124106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Trans-Tasman Comparison of Microbial Trends and Antibiotic Resistance Patterns in Severe Odontogenic Infection: A 5-Year Retrospective Analysis of South Australia, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand","authors":"R. J. Richardson,&nbsp;E. D. Jensen,&nbsp;B. Poirier,&nbsp;S. Sethi,&nbsp;A. Cheng,&nbsp;L. Jamieson,&nbsp;P. Sambrook","doi":"10.1111/adj.70021","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70021","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The aims of this study were to assess and compare trends in microbial cultures and antibiotic resistance in individuals admitted with severe odontogenic infection in Auckland, New Zealand and South Australia, Australia.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A retrospective audit was completed on all adults (<span></span><math>\u0000 <semantics>\u0000 <mrow>\u0000 <mo>≥</mo>\u0000 </mrow>\u0000 </semantics></math> 19 years of age) admitted with severe odontogenic infection in the Auckland and South Australia public oral and maxillofacial surgical teams, 2019–2023. Data was collected on demographic information, antibiotic prescribed at discharge, length of admission, number of procedures required, microbes isolated in cultures and antibiotic sensitivity, where completed by the laboratory.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The total combined population of individuals admitted for severe odontogenic infection was 924. Auckland admitted more individuals for severe odontogenic infection (<i>n</i> = 542), compared to South Australia (<i>n</i> = 382) from a similar general population size. Moderate rates of resistance to penicillin (13.4% and 8.8%) and clindamycin (13.9% and 9.4%) in Auckland and South Australian cohorts, respectively were identified.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>There was a higher presence of microbes that were resistant to antibiotics in the Auckland population compared to the South Australian population for individuals admitted for severe odontogenic infection. The presence of resistant microbe(s) was associated with an increasing trend of length of admission and likelihood of repeat surgical procedure(s).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"74-82"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145948549","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Hidden Dangers of Counterfeit and Replica-Like Endodontic Files: A Scoping Review of Current Evidence","authors":"Felipe Immich,&nbsp;Gustavo Henrique Longen,&nbsp;Carolyne Silveira da Motta,&nbsp;Bruna Cavalcante Chaves de Araújo,&nbsp;Giampiero Rossi-Fedele,&nbsp;Lucas Peixoto de Araújo","doi":"10.1111/adj.70046","DOIUrl":"10.1111/adj.70046","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":8593,"journal":{"name":"Australian dental journal","volume":"71 1","pages":"95-96"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2026-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147569361","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}