8 research outputs found
Editorial policy in reporting ethical processes: A survey of ′instructions for authors′ in International Indexed Dental Journals
No full textBackground: The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors expects authors to report if their studies were carried out in accordance with the International Ethical Guidelines and Declaration of Helsinki; and inform readers regarding the same. Aims: To determine the proportion of International Indexed Dental Journals reporting on ethical clearance for human and animal research, obtaining of informed consent and / or assent, and the conduction of research in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki and International Medical Research, 2006. Settings and Design: A cross-sectional survey of ′instructions for authors,′ for analysis of editorial policy on ethical processes, was done. Materials and Methods: One hundred and twenty-six dental journals (which included 50 general and 76 specialties) were reviewed for reporting, with regard to the Ethical Committee Approval for human and animal researches, obtaining of informed consent / assent from the research participants, and research in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki as well as International Medical Research 2006 were analyzed. Statistical Analysis Used: Descriptive statistics was used and results were expressed in percentages. Results: Of the 126 dental journals, 57 (45.23%) reported having obtained approval from the Ethics Committee, 33 (26.19%) were instructed about the Animal Ethics Committee approval, and 38 (30.15%) insisted on obtaining and reporting informed consent / assent. 41 (32.53%) journals expected authors to mention the research being conducted according to Declaration of Helsinki and and 3 (2.38%) journals required researches to be conducted in accordance with International Medical Research, 2006. Conclusions: A significant proportion of international indexed dental journals did not provide instructions to authors to report on the ethical approval, informed consent and / assent, and research conduction according to the Declaration of Helsinki as well as the International Medical Research, 2006
Application of Botulinum Toxin in Dental Therapeutics: A Systematic Review
No full textIntroduction: Botulinum toxin ( BoNT) is extensively used as a therapeutic adjunct in management of several orofacial ailments, as it offers temporary relief from pain and has a relaxing ability on the muscles.
Objectives: In this systematic review various applications of BoNT in head and neck region for therapeutic purpose is discussed..
Methods: A systematic electronic database search was conducted in Six scientific literature databases for relevant studies published between January 2000 to July 2024. The included articles were evaluated for recording therapeutic benefits, efficacy, dosage, adverse effects and complications.
Results: The evidence based conclusion of this systematic review is BoNT administration into the musculature is beneficial, but efficacy was for limited period that called for repeated administration.
Conclusion: However when injected in smaller doses BoNT was much efficient and caused minimal adverse effects, serving as a non-invasive and conservative medicament. 
Integrating Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDG’s) in Dental Education: An Overview
No full textIn 2015, UN General Assembly launched Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework containing 17 universal goals, that were set as shared global targets for a just and equitable world and to be devoid of environmental degradation. Translating the SDG’s and to integrate them in dental education includes: a) Developing dental curricula towards sustainable development; b) Modifying the teaching and learning methods of delivering dental education for sustainable development; c) Guiding the students to shift towards sustainability, so to facilitate the next generation of dentist to think mindfully and act consciously. This paper briefs on inclusions and modification required in the dental education to shift towards SDG’s. Keywords Sustainable Developmental Goals, Dental Curriculum, Sustainable Dental Educatio
Craniofacial abnormalities in goldenhar syndrome: a case report with review of the literature
No full textGoldenhar syndrome (oculo-auriculo-vertebral spectrum) is a rare congenital anomaly of unclear etiology and characterized by craniofacial anomalies such as hemifacial microsomia, auricular, ocular and vertebral anomalies. In many cases, this syndrome goes unnoticed due to a lack of knowledge about its features and because of its associated wide range of overlapping anomalies. Herewith, we present a case of Goldenhar syndrome in a 21-year-old male, who presented all the classical signs of this rare condition. This article also summarizes the characteristic features of patients with Goldenhar syndrome
Oral health knowledge among parents of autistic child in Bandung-Indonesia
No full textBackground: Autistic children as well as other special needs individual demand special care given by their parents. But there exist limited awareness among parents in Indonesia society, especially with regard to their oral health. Purpose: The study was aimed to assess the oral health related knowledge, attitude and behavior of the parents; and oral health status of their autistic children in comparison with non-autistic children. Methods: Total of 56 children (23 autistic and 23 normal) between 7-12 years was included in this study. Data on parents’ knowledge, attitude, oral health practice and behavior of their children were gathered from the questionnaires. The oral health status of the children was recorded using deft and DMFT caries index. Results: All obtained data were analyzed using sPss version 13 to correlate the index of the sample. It showed that caries index of autistic child was lower and limited oral health knowledge among parents. Conclusion: There is need of greater awareness to be spread among the population of Indonesia about the existing professional help for the special children and educate the parents to maintain their child’s oral health for a better quality of life.Latar belakang: Anak autis seperti juga individu berkebutuhan khusus lainnya memerlukan perhatian khusus dari orang tuanya. Namun banyak keterbatasan kesadaran orang tua dalam masyarakat Indonesia, terutama berkaitan dengan kesehatan mulut anak autis mereka. Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengetahuan kesehatan gigi, perilaku orang tua dan anak mereka yang autis. Metode: Data pengetahuan orang tua dikumpulkan dari kuesioner dan status kesehatan mulut anak dicatat menggunakan indeks karies DMFT dan deft. sejumlah 56 anak (23 autis dan 23 non-autis sebagai kelompok kontrol) usia 7-12 tahun ikut serta dalam penelitian ini. Hasil: Data yang didapatkan dianalisis menggunakan sPss versi 13 untuk mengkorelasikan indeks subjek. Hasil menunjukkan indeks karies anak autis lebih rendah dengan pengetahuan kesehatan mulut orang tua yang terbatas. Simpulan: Diperlukan penyebarluasan kesadaran yang lebih tinggi di antara populasi orang Indonesia mengenai mempertahankan status kesehatan mulut anak autis mereka untuk mencapai kualitas hidup yang lebih baik.</p
Comparison of anticariogenic effect of Amalgomer CR, Fuji VII and Heliomolar Refill in the cavosurface margin- An in-vitro study
No full textSecondary caries is one of the primary causes for the dental restorations failure. The frequency and severity of this problem can be reduced by using fluoride containing restorative materials. With the preludence of biomimetic esthetic restorative material along with their reinforced physical properties and caries resistant activity, this investigation assessed their capacity to resist caries in the cavosurface margin invitro. Cavity with a dimension of 2mm´3mm´1.5mm was prepared in buccal / lingual surface of 40 extracted sound human premolars. The teeth were randomly divided into four groups of 10 each and were restored with experimental materials namely Amalgomer CR (Advanced Health Care Ltd.), Fuji VII (GC Corporation), Heliomolar Refill (Ivoclar Vivadent) and Fusion Alloy (Heraeus Kulzer Int.). After 12 weeks in caries activating solution (pH 4.3) for caries-like lesion formation, the teeth were sectioned occluso-gingivally through the middle of the restoration and examined under transmission light microscope. The statistical analysis [Kruskul-Wallis Test (H) and Mann-Whitney ‘U’ test (Z)] showed the anticariogenic efficacy of Amalgomer CR was very highly significant followed by Fuji VII, Heliomolar Refill and the least by Fusion Alloy
Prevalence of visual impairment and severity of diabetic retinopathy in various ethnic groups in the UK
No full textDiabetic Retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of visual impairment (VI) in the working population. Minor ethnic groups are at increased risk of diabetes. Diabetic Retinopathy In Various Ethnic groups in the United Kingdom (DRIVE UK) is a cross-sectional study to estimate the prevalence of DR, VI and associated risk factors for sight threatening diabetic retinopathy (STDR) in Afro-Caribbeans (AC) and South Asians (SA) compared to Caucasians. People with diabetes in two regions in the United Kingdom who were screened and/or treated for DR from September 2008 to September 2009 were included in this study. VI and severe visual impairment (SVI) were defined as Snellen visual acuity of ≤ 6/18 and ≤ 6/60 respectively. DR was graded according to National Screening Committee (NSC) for diabetes guidelines UK.
There were 57,144 people on the diabetic register, of which retinopathy data was available from 50,285 (88.1%) subjects (type 1 n=3,323, type 2 n=46,962). In type 1 and type 2 diabetes, any DR was detected in 53.1%, 39.5%, diabetic maculopathy in 13.1%, 8.4% and STDR in 9.91%, 4.0% of people respectively. STDR was significantly more prevalent in the SA (10.3%) and AC (11.5%) populations compared to Caucasians (5.5%). Overall VI was significantly higher in the ethnic minority population. A total of 7.5% (95% CI 7.3, 7.8) people with diabetes were not eligible for driving based on their visual acuity, 3.4% (95% CI 3.2, 3.5) were classified as VI and 0.4% (95% CI 0.33, 0.44) as SVI. Risk factors for STDR were found to include longer duration of diabetes and higher mean HbA1c.
This study provides information that could be used to help develop future service frameworks and guidelines for local health bodies responsible for delivery of end userservices. The study also supports the need to explore the role of inflammatory, genetic and epigenetic factors as markers for ethnic differences in DR and potential treatment avenues for diabetic retinopathy
