Systemic disease or periodontal disease? Distinguishing causes of gingival inflammation: a guide for dental practitioners. Part 1: immune-mediated, autoinflammatory, and hereditary lesions
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DOI: 10.1038/s41415-019-1050-8
Abstract: Periodontitis and gingivitis remain two of the most common diseases that affect the oral cavity. As they are caused by plaque, effective oral hygiene, elimination of plaque-retentive factors and successful periodontal treatment will result in… read more here.
Keywords: part; inflammation; disease; dental practitioners ... See more keywords
General dental practitioners' perceptions of shared decision making: a qualitative study
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DOI: 10.1038/s41415-022-3980-9
Abstract: Introduction As patient-centred care becomes more of the focus in healthcare, informed consent is receiving more attention in dental practice as the pinnacle principle in patient care. Shared decision making or person-centred care appears to… read more here.
Keywords: dental practitioners; shared decision; decision; decision making ... See more keywords
Skin cancer - what general dental practitioners should look for
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DOI: 10.1038/s41415-024-7084-6
Abstract: General dental practitioners (GDPs) are well-placed to identify incidental skin lesions when they see patients for routine dental care. Indeed, some patients with an undiagnosed skin malignancy may only see their GDP on a regular… read more here.
Keywords: well placed; dental practitioners; skin cancers; general dental ... See more keywords
Prescribing patterns of dental practitioners in Australia from 2001 to 2012. Antimicrobials
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DOI: 10.1111/adj.12427
Abstract: BACKGROUND The development of antibiotic resistance by bacteria is of global concern. Inappropriate prescribing has the potential to exacerbate this issue. We aimed to examine the patterns of prescribing of antimicrobial medicines by dental practitioners… read more here.
Keywords: australia 2001; 2001 2012; prescribing patterns; patterns dental ... See more keywords
Diagnostic procedures employed by dental practitioners in Australia with a focus on endodontic diagnostic procedures
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DOI: 10.1111/adj.12511
Abstract: BACKGROUND An accurate diagnosis is the foundation for determining prognosis and appropriate management. This study adds to pre-existing (albeit limited) evidence by exploring the use of diagnostic techniques amongst dental practitioners. The main aim of… read more here.
Keywords: procedures employed; employed dental; diagnostic procedures; diagnostic tests ... See more keywords
Endodontic knowledge, attitudes and referral patterns in Australian general dentists
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DOI: 10.1111/adj.12912
Abstract: Abstract Background General dental practitioners often perceive root canal treatments as complex, and specialist referrals are commonplace in general dental practice. Therefore, the aim of this study was to better understand the knowledge of Australian… read more here.
Keywords: dental practitioners; general dental; australian general; knowledge ... See more keywords
Periodontal Furcation Lesions: A Survey of Diagnosis and Management by General Dental Practitioners.
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DOI: 10.1111/jcpe.13543
Abstract: AIMS The aim of this study was to explore general dental practitioners' (GDP) attitude to periodontal furcation involvement (FI). MATERIALS AND METHODS An online survey focused on diagnosis and management of periodontal FI was circulated… read more here.
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Dental providers' perceptions of the feasibility and acceptability of implementing vaccine administration programs in dental settings: A qualitative study.
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DOI: 10.1111/jphd.12540
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Involving dental offices in routine vaccinations could have a positive impact on public health. In this study, we assessed dental providers' attitudes and perceptions regarding implementing vaccination in dental settings. METHODS We performed semi-structured… read more here.
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General dental practitioners’ perceptions of, and attitudes towards, improving patient safety through a multidisciplinary approach to the prevention of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ): a qualitative study in the North East of England
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029951
Abstract: Objective To explore general dental practitioners’ (GDPs’) perceptions of, and attitudes towards, the risks of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) and the current/potential multidisciplinary approach(es) to prevention of the condition. Design Interpretivist methodology using… read more here.
Keywords: risk; general dental; dental practitioners; medication ... See more keywords
Comparing the Knowledge and Awareness of Dental Students, Dental Practitioners and Patients About Botulinum Toxin and Its Therapeutic Applications in Temporomandibular Disorders
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DOI: 10.1155/ijod/6887125
Abstract: Background This study aims to assess the awareness of botulinum toxin (BTX), a treatment for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and bruxism, among patients, dental students and dental practitioners. Methods Over a 7-month period (September 2023–March 2024),… read more here.
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Dental practitioners' thresholds for restorative intervention in carious lesions: a survey based systematic review update.
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DOI: 10.1159/000546194
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Despite evidence supporting the clinical and cost-effectiveness of Minimally Invasive Dentistry (MID), its adoption by the dental profession has been slow. A systematic review in 2016 found the majority of dentists intervene invasively earlier… read more here.
Keywords: review; systematic review; dental practitioners; post 2016 ... See more keywords