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Oral health with focus on dental fear and dental caries in Swedish preschool child populations attending public dental health care: Trends over 30 years Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-15 Anna Nydell Helkimo, Bo Rolander, Göran Koch
ObjectivesTo study changes in oral health with focus on reported dental fear prevalence and interrelationships between dental fear and prevalence of dental caries and performed restorative dental treatment in preschool child populations attending regular public dental health care between 1983 and 2013.MethodsEvery 10 years, random samples of about 100 children aged 3 and 5 years, respectively, took
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Evaluation of the efficacy of inter‐dental brush and dental floss for peri‐implant mucositis: A crossover randomized clinical trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-15 Lorenzo Bevilacqua, Maria Giulia Lorenzon, Marianna Bjedov, Fulvia Costantinides, Daniele Angerame, Michele Maglione
ObjectivesTo evaluate the most effective method for mechanical inter‐dental plaque removal between inter‐dental brushes (IDB) and dental floss (DF), in addition to toothbrushing in patients affected by peri‐implant mucositis (PIM); to identify possible factors related to the patient or to the single implant‐supported element that could influence plaque accumulation and inflammation of peri‐implant
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An evaluation of knowledge and perception of pharmacology in undergraduate oral hygiene students and recent graduates at a single higher institution in Pretoria Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-15 M. Balmith, W. Cordier, A. Bhayat, C. Basson, M. Morule, N. Schellack
IntroductionPharmacology is an increasingly important area of study for oral hygienists, as it provides the scientific basis for safe and effective oral healthcare. However, a lack of fundamental understanding of the discipline among clinical graduates can present significant challenges. Oral hygienists require pharmacological training to meet the requirements of their scope of practice. Pharmacology
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The employment of dental hygienists in European countries: Report of a European Dental Hygienists Federation/European Association of Dental Public Health Survey in 2021 Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 Gitana Rederiene, Ellen Bol‐van den Hil, Ewa Pajak‐Lysek, Kenneth A. Eaton
AimThis survey aimed to investigate a range of topics relating to the employment of dental hygienists in European countries, whose National Dental Hygienists Associations (NDHAs) were members of the EDHF.MethodsDuring 2020/2021, an online questionnaire and participant information leaflet were distributed by email in each of the 24 countries, whose NDHA is a member of the EFDH or to an EADPH member
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Peri‐implantitis: Knowledge and attitudes of implantology clinicians regarding the disease management Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 Lucca Gomes de Paula, Jeniffer Lima Vieira, Débora Rafaella Mendes dos Santos, Patrícia Helena Costa Mendes, Victoria Lopes Abdo, Samuel Victor Pereira Barbosa Duraes, Martinna Bertolini, João Gabriel Silva Souza
ObjectivesSince peri‐implantitis is an increasing and prevalent concern in clinical practice and there is no consensus regarding the best therapeutic protocol, this study evaluated the knowledge and behaviours of dentists working in Implantology regarding implant‐related infections modulating factors and therapeutic protocols used in the management of peri‐implantitis.MethodsCross‐sectional study was
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Efficacy of adjunctive octenidine hydrochloride as compared to chlorhexidine and placebo as adjuncts to instrumentation in stage I–II periodontitis: A double‐blinded randomized controlled trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 Avita Rath, Melissa Wong, Keehon Li, Amanda Wong, Lisa Tan, Kenneth Tan, Claudio Mendes Pannuti
ObjectivesThis randomized, controlled, double‐blinded clinical trial aimed to evaluate the efficacy of octenidine hydrochloride and chlorhexidine mouthwashes as adjuncts to instrumentation in stage I–II periodontitis patients.MethodsForty‐five patients with mild‐to‐moderate periodontitis were randomly allocated to three groups: 0.1% octenidine dihydrochloride (OCT), placebo, and 0.12% chlorhexidine
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Addition of substances to reduce the erosive potential of acidic beverages to tooth enamel: A scoping review Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Erik Vinícius Martins Jácome, Mariana Silva de Bessa, Boniek Castillo Dutra Borges, Ana Clara Soares Paiva Torres
ObjectiveThis scoping review aimed (1) to map, analyse, interpret and synthesize data from in situ studies on which substances were added to acidic beverages to reduce the erosive potential on tooth enamel and (2) to establish the level of evidence of the effectiveness of adding substances to acidic beverages to reduce the erosive potential on tooth enamel.DesignThis is a scoping review, according
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The effect of virtual reality glasses on dental anxiety during scaling and root planing in patients with periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 Ezgi Ceylan, Ezgi Gurbuz
ObjectivesThis study aimed to evaluate the effect of virtual reality distraction (VRD) on dental anxiety during scaling and root planing (SRP) in periodontitis patients.Materials and MethodsThis randomized controlled split‐mouth study included 60 patients who scored 9 or above on the dental anxiety scale (DAS) and required SRP in at least two quadrants with at least five teeth and two sites with a
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Uptake of dental hygienist services by the Israeli 65+ age group Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 Lena Natapov, Ayelet Berg‐Warman, Ile Kermel Schiffman, Shlomo Paul Zusman
ObjectivesTo learn about the use patterns of dental hygienist services, by the 65+ age group in Israel and to identify the main barriers facing different population groups.MethodsTelephone interviews with a representative sample of 512 older adults aged 65 and over were conducted from February to April 2020.ResultsAbout 50% of the older adults aged 65 and over visited a dentist (2.9 visits on average)
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The impact of different states of type 2 diabetes when stratified by baseline HbA1c on the periodontal outcomes of non‐surgical periodontal treatment: A systematic review and network meta‐analysis Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Shuai Kang, Zheng‐ya Liu, Huan‐huan Yuan, Shu‐min Wang, Ge‐ge Pan, Wei Wei, Yi Jiang, Yu Hou
BackgroundType 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been considered by many studies to have a bidirectional relationship with periodontitis. This systematic review and network meta‐analysis aimed to investigate the impact of different states of T2DM when stratified by baseline HbA1c on the clinical outcomes of non‐surgical periodontal treatment (NSPT).MethodsThis study followed the Preferred Reporting Items
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Caries indicators in relation to healthcare access and hygienic‐dietary habits in Spanish preschoolers Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Beatriz Prieto‐Regueiro, Gladys Gómez‐Santos, Guillermo Reichard‐Monefeldt, Montserrat Diéguez‐Pérez
IntroductionDental caries continues to be a public healthcare problem due to its high prevalence and morbidity. It was proposed to evaluate caries indicators in relation to healthcare access and hygienic‐dietary habits in Spanish preschoolers.Materials and MethodsA cross‐sectional study was carried out on a random sample consisting of 343 patients ranging from 3 to 5 years of age in the primary care
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Advanced practise dental assistant, a new profession in France, the new strength of prevention? Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Marie Craquelin, Thomas Marquillier
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Association between multimorbidity and periodontal disease in Korean adults: A nationwide cross-sectional cohort study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-01-24 Yun-Sook Jung, Young-Seok Kim, Ki-Rim Kim
This study aimed to investigate the association between multimorbidity, which refers to the presence of two or more chronic diseases, and periodontal disease in Korean adults using national survey data.
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The oral and systemic health impact profile for periodontal disease (OSHIP-Perio)—Part 1: development and validation Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Li Beng Wong, Adrian Ujin Yap, Yu Fan Sim, Patrick Finbarr Allen
This study aimed to develop and validate the Oral and Systemic Health Impact Profile for Periodontal Disease (OSHIP-Perio), a disease-specific instrument for assessing the impact of periodontal disease on both general and oral health-related quality of life.
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The oral and systemic health impact profile for periodontal disease (OSHIP-Perio)—Part 2: Responsiveness and minimal important difference Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Li Beng Wong, Adrian Ujin Yap, Yu Fan Sim, Patrick Finbarr Allen
The Oral and Systemic Health Impact Profile for Periodontal Disease (OSHIP-Perio) was developed to measure health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). This study aimed to determine the responsiveness and minimal importance difference (MID) of the OSHIP-Perio.
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Comparison of the effectiveness of Morus alba and chlorhexidine gels as an adjunct to scaling and root planing on stage II periodontitis – A randomized controlled clinical trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2024-01-15 Shilpa Gunjal, Vinuta Hampiholi, Anil V. Ankola, Deepak Gowda Sadashivappa Pateel
The present study aimed to assess and compare the effect of Morus alba and chlorhexidine gel as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) in treating stage II periodontitis.
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Dental hygiene research: It's momentous! Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-23 Catherine K. Draper, Dagmar E. Slot
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT Authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
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Edentulism among diabetic patients compared to non-diabetic controls: A systematic review and meta-analysis Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-27 Laura Žiūkaitė, Lotte P. M. Weijdijk, Jennifer Tang, Dagmar Else Slot, G. A. (Fridus) van der Weijden
The purpose of this paper is to systematically and critically appraise the available scientific evidence concerning the prevalence of edentulism among diabetic patients compared to non-diabetic people.
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Efficacy of panthenol- and bisabolol-containing lip care as monotherapy for mild-to-moderate cheilitis Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-24 Supenya Varothai, Pichanee Chaweekulrat, Chutipon Pruksaeakanan, Supisara Wongdama, Waranya Boonchai
Cheilitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the lips, and frequent or prolonged use of topical corticosteroids may lead to various adverse events. Therefore, alternative therapies with fewer side effects are beneficial for the treatment of this condition.
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A conceptual model using CliftonStrengths® to support dental hygiene students' professional development Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Leciel Bono, JoAnn Gurenlian, Jessica August
Professional development is instrumental in the ongoing success of healthcare professionals and students. The purpose of the second year of this 2-year study was to continue to apply the results from the CliftonStrengths® assessment to support entry-level dental hygiene students' professional development and to create a conceptual model for professional development in dental hygiene education.
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Orthodontists’ instructions for oral hygiene in patients with removable and fixed orthodontic appliances Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-16 Christina Baumer, Irene Schmidtmann, Daniela Ohlendorf, Priscila Ferrari Peron, Heinrich Wehrbein, Christina Erbe
The aim of this questionnaire-based survey was to evaluate information on frequencies, instructions and products relating to oral hygiene (OH) in orthodontic practices.
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Success factors and barriers in interprofessional collaboration between dental hygienists and dietitians in community-dwelling older people: Focus group interviews Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-16 Vanessa R. Y. Hollaar, Elke Naumann, Elizabeth B. Haverkort, Katarina Jerković-Ćosić, Wilhelmina E. Kok, Marian A. E. de van der Schueren
Poor nutritional status can impair oral health while poor oral health can influence the individual's dietary intake, which may result in malnutrition. This interaction between nutritional status and oral health in older age requires attention, coordination and collaboration between healthcare professionals. This qualitative study explores dental hygienists' and dietitians' opinions about current collaboration
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Remineralization effect of NaF, NaF with TCP, NaF with CPP-ACP and NaF with CXP varnishes on newly erupted first permanent molars: A randomized controlled trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Merve Erkmen Almaz, Nur Burcu Ulusoy, Aylin Akbay Oba, Aysun Dokumacı
The aim of this study was to evaluate the remineralization effect of NaF, NaF with TCP, NaF with CPP-ACP and NaF with CXP varnishes on newly erupted first permanent molars using laser fluorescence (LF) method. The study was a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial with four parallel groups.
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Hygienic maintenance in patients with maxillae atrophy and in oncological patients with maxillary resection rehabilitated with zygomatic implants: A nested monocentric prospective cohort study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Gerardo Pellegrino, Angelica Bertacci, Daniela Relics, Agnese Ferri, Francesco Grande, Pietro Felice
To assess peri-implant soft tissues condition, comparing clinical parameters of implants placed in patients with atrophic upper jaws and patients who underwent maxillary resection for oncological reasons.
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Igniting a movement in a dual-licensed dental workforce: The Minnesota model Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Colleen M. Brickle, Deborah A. Jacobi, Clare E. Larkin
Increased awareness of oral health disparities in the United States has highlighted the need to expand the workforce and access to both primary and preventive dental care. Achieving the goal of oral health equity will require dental team members with appropriate clinical skills dedicated to reaching historically marginalized populations through intra- and interprofessional practice.
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The relationship between obesity and oral-health status in North African adults: A comparative study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-07 Mehdi Khemiss, Nour Sayda Ben Messaoud, Meriem Hadidane, Mohamed Ben Khelifa, Helmi Ben Saad
The strength of the association between obesity and oral health is still indecisive.
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Dental hygiene and direct access to care: Past and present Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-07 Cynthia C. Gadbury-Amyot, Melanie L. Simmer-Beck, Ann Lynch, Lisa J. Rowley
The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) defines direct access as the ability of a dental hygienist to initiate treatment based on their assessment of patient's needs without the specific authorization of a dentist, treat the patient without the physical presence of a dentist and maintain a provider–patient relationship. In 2000, there were nine direct access states; currently, there are
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Side effects and short effects of using three common mouthwashes on oral health and quality of life: A quasi-experimental study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-04 Nader Navabi, Zahra Afshari, Homa Kamyabi, Mohammad Mohammadi
Antiseptic mouthwashes are useful adjuncts to daily brushing and flossing for the control of dental plaque and gingivitis. The objective of the present study was to compare the effect of three mouthwashes: chlorhexidine, essential oils and cetylpyridinium chloride on oral health-related quality of life, gingival health, tongue coating and also to compare their potential side effects after 2-week consumption
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Oral health in Nepal: Challenges v/s Spiritual Belief. Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-04 Astha Goyal,Sarita A Shinde,Nidhi Purandare
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Assessment of usefulness and reliability of YouTube™ videos on denture care Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-04 Nesa Aurlene, Sabiha Shaheen Shaik, Virginia Dickson-Swift, Santosh Kumar Tadakamadla
The world's population is in a demographic transition with a rising ageing population. Tooth loss is frequent among older people resulting in the replacement of natural teeth using complete or partial dentures. YouTube™ is the second most popular website in the world and is being increasingly used to access health care information. The aim of this study is to evaluate the usefulness and reliability
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Denture care and oral health-related quality of life among complete denture wearers in Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-29 Hussain Aljubran, Hend Alshammary, Marwah Alamoudi, Hassan Alramadan, Muhammad Nazir, Mohammed M. Gad
This study aimed to evaluate denture care and hygiene and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) among complete denture (CD) wearers in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.
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Comparison of the effectiveness of two manual toothbrushes: Conventional design versus double-sided toothbrush design. A pilot study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-27 Fabián Pérez-González, Luis-Miguel Sáez-Alcaide, Luis Sánchez-Labrador, María-Victoria Mateos-Moreno, María-Rosario Garcillán-Izquierdo, Angel-Orión Salgado-Peralvo
Dental hygiene is the most effective method in the prevention of oral diseases. However, most patients do not use the recommended teeth brushing techniques and/or time brushing is insufficient. With this objective, modifications in conventional toothbrushes have been developed to deal with these findings. The aim of this study was to compare plaque removal effectiveness of a manual toothbrush with
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Evaluation of the effects of periodontal status according to 2017 classifications on oral health-related quality of life and quality of life-related to general health: A cross-sectional study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-26 Ahu Dikilitaş, Fatih Karaaslan, Şehrazat Evirgen, Abdullah Seçkin Ertuğrul, Kıvanç Kamburoğlu
In patients with periodontal disease, various symptoms are observed along with inflammation. The impact of local and systemic inflammation on periodontal tissue is well-known; however, the impact of periodontal disease on the individual's quality of life is unclear. This study aimed to assess oral health-related and general health-related quality of life in patients undergoing maintenance treatment
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One hundred years of dental hygiene research: Progress and possibilities. Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-28 Jennifer A Pieren,Rebecca S Wilder,Ann Eshenaur Spolarich
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Professional use of social media platforms by independent dental hygienists in the Netherlands: A quantitative study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-27 Marlotte C. van Capelleveen, Dagmar Else Slot
This study examines the prevalence of the professional use of social media platforms by independent DHs in the Netherlands and assesses the associated personal and demographic factors.
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Health topics emerged from brief-motivational interviewing: A randomized clinical trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-27 Michelle C. Arnett, Danna R. Paulson, Michael D. Evans, Christine M. Blue, Yvette G. Reibel
The goal of this study was to analyse transcription of audio recordings to determine health topics that emerged from brief-motivational interviewing (MI) compared to traditional oral hygiene instructions (OHI).
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Efficacy of water flossing on clinical parameters of inflammation and plaque: A 4-week randomized controlled trial Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-27 Deborah Mancinelli-Lyle, Jimmy G. Qaqish, C. Ram Goyal, Reinhard Schuller
The primary prevention of periodontitis is controlling gingivitis daily. The study objective was to compare the efficacy of a pulsating water flosser to a pulsating water flosser infused with air microbubbles on clinical signs of inflammation and plaque.
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Photodynamic therapy adjuvant to non-surgical periodontal therapy: Systematic review of randomized clinical trials Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-26 Daniel Adrian Silva Souza, Juliana Borges de Lima Dantas, Camila Silva Souto, Dina Marques Mendonça, Tiago José Silva Oliveira, Júlia dos Santos Vianna Néri
To systematically evaluate randomised controlled trials (RCTs) on whether adjuvant application of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) through the technique of irradiation in the external region of the periodontal pocket with optic-fibre tip offers benefits to scaling and root planning (SRP).
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Material of choice for non-invasive treatment of dentin caries: An in vitro study using natural carious lesions Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-25 Maneekarn Kongsomjit, Kulnipa Punyanirun, Wacharaporn Tasachan, Hidenori Hamba, Junji Tagami, Chutima Trairatvorakul, Panida Thanyasrisung
In community settings with limited dental personnel and equipment, and in an era when the aerosol transmission of infectious agents is on the rise, a non-invasive approach to caries management is critical. To provide information on non-invasive material selection, the aim of this study was to compare the remineralization effect of commonly used fluoride-containing materials, adjunctive to the everyday
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Cheiloscopy patterns in individuals with and without parafunctional oral habits: A cross-sectional observation pilot study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-25 Emily Regan, Brenda Bradshaw, Ann Bruhn, Walter Melvin, Sinjini Sikdar
Lip prints are unique and have potential for use as a human identifier. The purpose of this study was to observe possible cheiloscopy differences of individuals with and without parafunctional oral habits such as smoking, vaping, playing a wind instrument or using an asthma inhaler.
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Implicit racial bias among dental hygienists practicing in the United States Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-25 Olivia A. Morzenti, Stephanie A. Brennhofer, Kristin H. Calley, M. Colleen Stephenson
Provider bias has been shown to be a contributing factor to racial and ethnic disparities observed in health care settings. The purpose of this study was to examine implicit racial bias among dental hygienists.
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Implementation of a nursing oral health care protocol in a university teaching hospital: A cluster-randomized stepped-wedge design Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Laura Schafthuizen, Lotte Spruit-Bentvelzen, Monique van Dijk, Joost van Rosmalen, Erwin Ista
Providing oral care is an essential part of basic nursing care but receives little priority in daily practice, with a risk of adverse events. Also, nurses report many barriers to adequate provision of oral care, such as time restraints, insufficient materials, fear of causing pain, lack of knowledge and a negative attitude towards providing oral care.
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Effects of interdental aids on clinical periodontal indices Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Sura Dakhil Jassim
Removal of plaque and food particle between teeth represent interdental cleaning. Every patient's self-care program includes plaque removal efficiently and systematically. Periodontal disease, tooth decay and tooth loss may result from the absence of interdental cleaning or even an irregular and unsuccessful interdental cleaning.
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Emotional intelligence as a predictor of conflict management styles among dental hygiene students Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Brian Partido, Emily Colon
In dental hygiene education, a combination of ethics and professionalism, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are utilized while managing conflict in academic settings, especially in academic clinical patient care settings. Limited evidence exists in determining whether emotional intelligence is related to conflict management styles (CMS).
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Digital surveillance: The interest in mouthwash-related information Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Bruna Di Profio, Matheus Lotto, Patricia E. Ayala Aguirre, Cristina C. Villar, Giuseppe A. Romito, Thiago Cruvinel, Cláudio Mendes Pannuti
The comprehension of the interests of Internet users regarding their health-related searches may reveal the community's demands about oral health. The study aimed to characterize the interests of Google users related to mouthwash in Australia, Brazil, Chile, Japan, Mexico, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, Saudi Arabia and South Africa applying the Google Trends.
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Dental hygiene clinical faculty attitudes and likelihood of working during the COVID-19 pandemic Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Natalie M. Delacruz, Kelly L. Anderson, Barbara S. Smith
To identify circumstances that influenced dental hygiene clinical faculty's likelihood of working during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to explore attitudes (responsibilities, personal issues, ethics, and policy statements) about working.
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In-vitro comparison of two different toothbrush bristles about peri-implant sulcus penetration Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Marco Montevecchi, Leoluca Valeriani, Leonardo Bellanova, Martina Stefanini, Giovanni Zucchelli
The aim of this preclinical study was to compare the ability of tapered and cylindrical bristles to penetrate the peri-implant sulcus.
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Evaluation of the usefulness and quality of YouTube™ videos about children's electric toothbrushes Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Gokcen Deniz Bayrak, Derya Tabakcilar, Senem Selvi Kuvvetli
The effectiveness of mechanical tooth cleaning, which plays a crucial role in biofilm control, depends on the type of brush and technique. Parents can refer to websites such as YouTube™ for guidance on the selection and use of electric toothbrushes. The objective of this study was to examine the usefulness, quality and accuracy of the information on YouTube™ videos about electric toothbrushes for children
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Duration and frequency of betel quid chewing affects periodontitis severity and life quality of people in Tanini Village, Kupang, Indonesia Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Titiek Berniyanti, Marhazlinda Binti Jamaludin, Yansestina Erlince Eky, Taufan Bramantoro, Retno Palupi
Chewing betel nuts can increase the risk of periodontal disease severity and potentially become malignant in the oral cavity.
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Effectiveness of online faculty calibration: A randomized crossover study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Camille M. Biorn, Ellen J. Rogo, Rachelle Williams
Dental hygiene faculty members must be able to provide evidence of skill calibration for clinical evaluation of students. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of online instructional videos as compared to in-person sessions for faculty calibration.
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Development, implementation and evaluation of a dental hygienist supported daily toothbrushing programme in Irish pre-schools: A single-case experimental design Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Sviatlana Anishchuk, Catherine Waldron
Many pre-school children in Ireland experience dental caries in their primary dentition. The rate of dental caries varies, impacted by the levels of fluoride in the water and socio-economic status (18%–55%). This article reports on a novel initiative in which dental hygienists (DHs) supported pre-school teachers (PST) to implement a toothbrushing programme for children attending pre-schools in Ireland
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Knowledge of the monkeypox 2022 outbreak among dental hygienists and students in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Sajith Vellappally, Sachin Naik, Rohit Philip Thomas, Omar Alsadon, Haya Alayadi, Mohamed Hashem, Maram Ali M. Alwadi, Nebu George Thomas, Hyfa Mohammed Ali, Majed M. Alsarani, Sukumaran Anil
This study aimed to assess the knowledge of monkeypox infection among dental hygiene professionals and students in Saudi Arabia.
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The effects of dental hygiene instrument handles on muscle activity production Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-18 Jessica R. Suedbeck, Daniel Russell, Cortney Armitano-Lago, Emily A. Ludwig
The objective of this study was to compare the effects of 10 commercially available instrument handle designs' mass and diameter on forearm muscle activity during a simulated periodontal scaling experience.
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The effectiveness of dental water jet in reducing dental plaque and gingival bleeding in orthodontic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-11 Hani S. AlMoharib, Mansour H. AlAskar, Abdulrahman N. AlShabib, Hossam Waleed Almadhoon, Thamer S. AlMohareb
This systematic review and meta-analysis tests the effectiveness of dental water jet (DWJ) with manual toothbrushes (MTB) compared to MTB alone in oral health maintenance in orthodontic patients.
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Impact of the uninstructed use of a herbal, ayurvedic toothpaste on parameters of gingival health in periodontal aftercare patients: A randomized, double-blinded, two-arm parallel-group study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-11 Yvonne Jockel-Schneider, Peggy Stölzel, Johanna Endres, Nicole Petersen, Imme Haubitz, Jeanine Heß, Ulrich Schlagenhauf
The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of the uninstructed use of a toothpaste containing herbal ayurvedic ingredients on parameters of gingival health in a cohort of periodontal aftercare patients affected by gingival inflammation compared to the use of a standard, non-herbal toothpaste.
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Assessment of colour modifications in two different composite resins induced by the influence of chlorhexidine mouthwashes and gels, with and without anti-staining properties: An in vitro study Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-11 V. Checchi, E. Forabosco, F. Dall'Olio, S. Kaleci, L. Giannetti, L. Generali
Chlorhexidine (CHX)-based products are the most effective chemical agents used in plaque control and oral disinfection. One of their side effects is tooth and restoration staining. For this reason, CHX products with anti-discolouration systems (ADS) have been developed. The aim of this in vitro study was to compare different CHX-based products (gel and mouthwash) with or without ADS in composite colour
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Dutch dental hygiene students' knowledge of HPV-related oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma and HPV vaccination Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-10 Marcella R. Poelman, Henk S. Brand, Deborah G. de Jong, Iris van den Berg, Rosalie Dool, Jan G. A. M. de Visscher, Derk H. Jan Jager
The incidence of human papillomavirus (HPV)-related oropharyngeal cancer is rising, thus the understanding of HPV infection and vaccination among oral healthcare professionals is becoming increasingly important. This study aimed to investigate the knowledge of Dutch dental hygiene students on HPV infection and vaccination and assessed various aspects of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer.
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Impact of oral piercings on periodontal health – A systematic review Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-11 Julia C. Difloe-Geisert, Jessica S. Müller, Roland Weiger, Clemens Walter
Evidence on the impact of oral piercings on periodontal conditions is scarce. Thus, the aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the influence of oral piercings on periodontal health.
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Trends in dental hygiene academic leadership development: Influencers, barriers, and enabling mechanisms Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-10 Jennifer L. Brame
This quantitative exploratory study was designed to learn about trends and forces impacting leadership development (LD) opportunities for dental hygiene (DH) program directors.
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Common risk factors for dental caries and impaired glucose regulation in Guangxi, China Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (IF 2.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-10 Shaoyong Chen, Qiulin Liu, Xueting Yu, Xiaojuan Zeng
To assess the prevalence of caries and impaired glucose regulation (IGR) and try to investigate their common risk factors among adult residents in Guangxi province.