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Wong LB, Yap AU, Sim YF, Allen PF. The oral and systemic health impact profile for periodontal disease (OSHIP-Perio)-Part 1: development and validation. Int J Dent Hyg 2024; 22:349-359. [PMID: 38234073 DOI: 10.1111/idh.12782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2022] [Revised: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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OBJECTIVES 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. METHODS A pool of 58 items, developed from the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-49) and data generated through semi-structured patient interviews, was tested on 80 case subjects with periodontal disease and 80 control subjects. The dimensionality of the preliminary measure was evaluated using exploratory factor analysis (EFA). Rasch analysis was then performed on the primary dimension using the Winsteps software (Version 5.1.4.0) to render the final items for the OSHIP-Perio. The reliability and validity of the final OSHIP-Perio were subsequently determined. RESULTS Using an EFA factor loading >0.50, the primary dimension comprised 18 items. Using Rasch analysis, four items were subsequently excluded. The final OSHIP-Perio with 14 items showed excellent test-retest reliability (overall intraclass correlation coefficient index = 0.99) and internal consistency (overall Cronbach's alpha coefficient = 0.96). It also exhibited good discriminant validity when case and control groups were compared (p < 0.001). It showed very strong correlations (rho coefficients >0.90) with the OHIP-5, OHIP-14 and OHIP-49, exhibiting good concurrent validity. It demonstrated a moderate correlation (rho coefficient = 0.60) with the global health rating, exhibiting a moderate convergent validity. CONCLUSIONS The 14-item OSHIP-Perio exhibited good psychometric properties comparable to the OHIP-5, OHIP-14 and OHIP-49 for evaluating the impact of periodontal disease on quality of life.
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- Li Beng Wong
- Department of Dentistry, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Dentistry, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Duke-NUS Medical School and National Dental Research Institute Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Wong LB, Yap AU, Sim YF, Allen PF. The oral and systemic health impact profile for periodontal disease (OSHIP-Perio)-Part 2: Responsiveness and minimal important difference. Int J Dent Hyg 2024; 22:360-367. [PMID: 38234067 DOI: 10.1111/idh.12784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2022] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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OBJECTIVES 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. METHODS Subjects with periodontal disease completed the OSHIP-Perio at baseline and six to ten weeks after non-surgical periodontal therapy. Comparisons of the clinical variables and the OSHIP-Perio scores before and after treatment were analysed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test, together with the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-49, OHIP-14 and OHIP-5) scores. The MIDs for all the instruments were calculated using distribution-based methods. RESULTS Fifty-one case subjects who completed periodontal treatment and the OSHIP-Perio instrument were included for analysis. Significant improvement in all clinical variables after treatment (p < 0.001) was observed. The OSHIP-Perio total score as well as its four-dimensional scores (periodontal, oral function, orofacial pain and psychosocial impact) were significantly reduced after treatment (p < 0.001), indicating better OHRQoL. Findings were consistent with the other OHIP instruments. In determining the MID, the percentage point change of the OSHIP-Perio was found to be lower than the shorter OHIP-5 instrument when using both effect sizes (ES) (10.71% vs. 15.0% at 0.5SD) and standard error of measurement (SEM) (5.36% vs. 10.0% at 1SEM; 8.93% vs. 20.0% at 2SEM) calculations. CONCLUSIONS The OSHIP-Perio demonstrated good responsiveness which was comparable to the OHIP-49 and its short-form derivatives. Its required percentage point change in determining its MID is smaller than the OHIP-5.
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- Li Beng Wong
- Department of Dentistry, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Dentistry, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Duke-NUS Medical School, National Dental Research Institute Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Voon KKR, Lim AAT, Wong HC, Sim YF, Foong KWC. Decision-making patterns among expert and novice orthodontists and oral maxillofacial surgeons in the management of adults with Class III malocclusions and moderate degree of skeletal discrepancies. J Orthod 2023; 50:410-422. [PMID: 37357426 DOI: 10.1177/14653125231181603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the decision-making patterns among expert and novice orthodontists and oral maxillofacial surgeons in the management of adults with Class III malocclusions and moderate skeletal discrepancies. DESIGN Self-administered questionnaire survey. SETTING Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore and the University Dental Cluster, National University Hospital, Singapore. PARTICIPANTS A total of 55 clinicians, comprising 13 expert orthodontists, 20 novice orthodontists, 10 expert oral maxillofacial surgeons and 12 novice oral maxillofacial surgeons. METHODS Clinicians assessed six adults with a Class III malocclusion and moderate skeletal discrepancy. They were asked to decide who could be managed exclusively by orthodontic camouflage, who would require combined orthodontic-orthognathic surgery as the only viable treatment, or who could be offered both treatment options. RESULTS The study found variable decision-making patterns among the clinicians in each case. Only 18.2%-40.0% of clinicians agreed that the cases selected were of moderate skeletal discrepancies and could be offered both treatment options whereas the rest were either more inclined to recommend orthodontic camouflage or orthognathic surgery. Intra-clinician agreement (n = 20) was only fair (Kappa value = 0.31). There was only slight inter-clinician agreement (n = 55) on their clinical decisions (Kappa value = 0.10). Clinical experience and dental specialty did not significantly influence clinicians' decisions. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons were 1.98 times more likely to indicate orthognathic surgery as the only viable treatment compared to the orthodontists (95% confidence interval = 1.15-3.42). CONCLUSION Variability in the patterns of decision-making for adults with a Class III malocclusion and moderate skeletal discrepancy was observed among the clinicians with low repeatability and agreement.
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Chua SKX, Sim YF, Wang WC, Mok BYY, Yu VSH. One-year outcome of selective caries removal versus pulpotomy treatment of deep caries: A pilot randomized controlled trial. Int Endod J 2023; 56:1459-1474. [PMID: 37795835 DOI: 10.1111/iej.13978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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AIM This study aimed to compare the outcome of SCR and Pulpotomy in teeth with deep caries extending at least 75% into dentine. METHODOLOGY This two-armed, parallel-group, randomized, superiority trial included vital mature permanent teeth with deep primary or secondary caries diagnosed radiographically as being at least 75% into the thickness of dentine, without clinical signs of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis or radiographic evidence of a periapical lesion. Carious teeth were blindly allocated to receive either SCR or Pulpotomy using computer-generated randomized patient codes concealed in opaque envelopes. All teeth were reviewed clinically and radiographically at 6 months and 1 year post-treatment. Using a significance level of p < .05, the log rank test and Cox proportional hazards regression were used to compare the outcome of SCR and Pulpotomy and to identify potential prognostic factors, respectively. RESULTS In all, 58 teeth in the SCR group and 55 teeth in the pulpotomy group completed treatment, after excluding 6 teeth because they did not complete the allocated treatment and another due to severe periodontal disease. At one year, 57/58 (98.3%) teeth from the SCR group and 48/55 (87.3%) teeth from the Pulpotomy group were available for analysis. One tooth in the Pulpotomy group (2.1%) and eight teeth in the SCR group (14.0%) required the further intervention of root canal treatment (p < .05). There were no other significant prognostic factors for survival. Overall, 91.4% of teeth treated with either SCR or Pulpotomy survived without requiring further intervention over a period of one year. No other adverse events occurred over the review period. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of this study, Pulpotomy fares better than SCR in preserving the remaining pulp and periapical health. As a treatment modality, Pulpotomy carries greater cost outlay to patient and takes a longer time to complete treatment than SCR. Long-term follow-up is needed to study the pulpal and restorative outcomes of Pulpotomy and SCR.
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- S K X Chua
- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS), Singapore City, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
- Oral Care Health Innovation and Designs Singapore (ORCHIDS), National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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Agholme MB, Dahllöf G, Törlén JK, Majorana A, Brennan MT, von Bültzingslöwen I, Tan PL, Hu S, Sim YF, Hong C. Incidence, severity, and temporal development of oral complications in pediatric allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients - a multicenter study. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:702. [PMID: 37971651 PMCID: PMC10654176 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-08151-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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PURPOSE Oral mucositis is a common complication for patients undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) and causes pain and difficulties in functions like eating and swallowing, resulting in lower quality of life and greater need of treatment with opioids and parenteral nutrition. This prospective multicenter study focused on pediatric recipients of HSCT in the neutropenic phase concerning oral complications, timing, severity, and patient experience. METHODS The cohort comprised 68 patients, median age 11.1 years (IQR 6.3) receiving allogeneic HSCT at three clinical sites. Medical records were retrieved for therapy regimens, concomitant medications, oral and dental history, and subjective oral complaints. Calibrated dentists conducted an oral and dental investigation before HSCT. After HSCT graft infusion, study personnel made bedside assessments and patients filled out a questionnaire once or twice a week until neutrophil engraftment. RESULTS We followed 63 patients through the neutropenic phase until engraftment. 50% developed oral mucositis of grades 2-4. Peak severity occurred at 8-11 days after stem cell infusion. Altogether, 87% had subjective oral complaints. The temporal distribution of adverse events is similar to the development of oral mucositis. The most bothersome symptoms were blisters and oral ulcerations, including mucositis; 40% reported severe pain and major impact on activities of daily living despite continuous use of opioids. CONCLUSION This study highlights the burden of oral complications and their negative effect on the health and quality of life of HSCT recipients.
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- Monica Barr Agholme
- Division of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
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- Division of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden.
- Center for Oral Health Services and Research, Mid-Norway (TkMidt), Trondheim, Norway.
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- Cellular Therapy and Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation (CAST), Karolinska Comprehensive Cancer Center, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, Sweden
- Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Oral Medicine/Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC, USA
- Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Odontology, The Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Khoo Teck Puat-National University Children's Medical Institute, National University Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Yong CW, Quah B, Ng WH, Lai WMC, Sim YF, Wong RCW. Maxillary Impaction Does Not Negatively Affect the Nasal Airway: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2023; 81:1227-1243. [PMID: 37478897 DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2023.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Revised: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2023]
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PURPOSE Le Fort I maxillary impaction is an orthognathic surgical procedure to reposition the maxillary complex superiorly. The objective of this study is to investigate if maxillary impaction negatively affects the nasal airway. METHODS A systematic review with meta-analysis was performed to investigate the effects of maxillary impaction on the nasal cavity. PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were accessed. Observational studies, nonrandomized, and randomized controlled trials were included if Le Fort 1 maxillary impaction and nasal airway outcomes assessments were performed. Studies were excluded if maxillary impaction or nasal airway outcome assessment was not performed or if the study included patients with cleft or craniofacial syndromes, previous nasal surgeries, or active respiratory tract. The demographic data, study methodology, magnitude of maxillary impaction, and outcomes related to the nasal airway were collected. These outcomes includes anatomical changes (evaluated by rhinoscopy, acoustic rhinometry, and computed tomography), changes to nasal airflow and resistance (evaluated by rhinomanometry) and changes to quality of life. RESULTS The search yielded 7517 studies. Ten studies were included after the application of the selection criteria. A total of 126 patients underwent pure maxillary impaction, 97 underwent maxillary impaction and advancement, and 12 had impaction with setback. Despite that maxillary impactions decreased the nasal cavity volume by +21.7%, the cross-sectional area of the narrowest parts of the cavity was only reduced by -8.4%. Maxillary impactions generally increases the nasal airflow (+12.6%) while reducing nasal resistance (-20.2%). Rhinoscopies also showed a reduction in nasal obstruction. CONCLUSION Maxillary impaction did not negatively affect the nasal airway. The surgeries did not lead to the reduction of the cross-sectional area at the strictures of the nasal cavities. The nasal airflow and resistance was not decreased and increased, respectively. The quality of life of the patients was also not shown to have worsened.
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- Chee Weng Yong
- Assistant Professor, Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Postgraduate, Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Registrar Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Biostatistician, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Biostatistician, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Associate Professor, Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
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Dhillon IK, Hong CHL, Hu S, Sim YF, Goh BKC, Duggal MS, Sriram G. Accuracy of the American Association of Endodontists diagnostic criteria for assessing pulp health in primary teeth. Clin Oral Investig 2023; 27:6043-6053. [PMID: 37624522 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-023-05217-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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OBJECTIVES There is a lack of studies evaluating the accuracy of the 2009 American Association of Endodontists (AAE) diagnostic criteria for diagnosing pulpal health in primary teeth. This study aimed to estimate and correlate the diagnostic accuracy of clinical diagnosis of reversible and irreversible pulpitis using the 2009 AAE criteria with histological findings in primary teeth. METHODS Eighty primary teeth that were clinically diagnosed with normal pulp (n = 10), reversible pulpitis (n = 30), irreversible pulpitis (n = 30) and pulp necrosis (n = 10) were collected. The teeth were histo-processed, and pulp tissues were diagnosed histologically as uninflamed pulp, reversible or irreversibly inflamed and necrosis based on previously proposed criteria. RESULTS The clinical diagnosis of pulp necrosis (sensitivity 70%, specificity 96%) and normal pulp (sensitivity 91%, specificity 100%) matched the histological diagnosis of necrosis and uninflamed pulp in 70% and 100%, respectively. The clinical diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis (sensitivity 64%, specificity 72%) matched the histological diagnosis of irreversible pulp inflammation for 47% of teeth evaluated. For the clinical diagnosis of reversible pulpitis (sensitivity: 65%, specificity: 86%), 80% matched the histological diagnosis of reversible pulp inflammation. Teeth with histologically diagnosed irreversible pulp inflammation were more likely to have lingering (OR 5.08; 95% CI 1.48-17.46, P = 0.010) and nocturnal tooth pain (OR 15.86; 95% CI 1.57-160.47, P = 0.019) when compared to teeth with reversible pulp inflammation. Using the classification and regression tree model, the presence of widened periodontal ligament space and nocturnal tooth pain were useful predictors of irreversible pulp inflammation with an accuracy of 78%. CONCLUSION The 2009 AAE criteria was acceptable for primary teeth with pulp necrosis and normal pulp but poor for reversible pulpitis and irreversible pulpitis.
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- Ishreen Kaur Dhillon
- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore.
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore.
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore
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- Department of Endodontics, Operative Dentistry & Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore
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- Discipline of Oral Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore.
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Kho CLW, Chow DY, Wong JM, Loh JW, Sim YF, Gan MJS, Foong KWC, Lim LZ. Comparing the effectiveness of two diagnostic approaches for the interpretation of oral radiographic lesions by dental students. Adv Health Sci Educ Theory Pract 2023; 28:107-126. [PMID: 35904693 PMCID: PMC9334535 DOI: 10.1007/s10459-022-10145-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Interpreting radiographic lesions on dental radiographs is a challenging process especially for novice learners, and there is a lack of tools available to support this diagnostic process. This study introduced dental students to two diagnostic aids with contrasting reasoning approaches-ORAD DDx, which uses an analytic, forward reasoning approach, and a Radiographic Atlas, which emphasizes a non-analytic, backward reasoning approach. We compared the effectiveness of ORAD DDx and the Atlas in improving students' diagnostic accuracy and their ability to recall features of radiographic lesions. Participants (99 third-year dental students) were assigned to ORAD DDx, Atlas and Control groups. In the pre-test and post-test, participants provided their diagnosis for eight types of radiographic lesions. All groups also completed a Cued Recall Test. Feedback about ORAD DDx and the Atlas was collected. Results indicated that the Atlas was more effective than ORAD DDx in improving diagnostic accuracy (Estimated marginal mean difference = 1.88 (95% CI 0.30-3.46), p = 0.014, Cohen's d = 0.714). Participants in the Atlas group also outperformed the Control group in the recall of the lesions' radiographic features (Estimated marginal mean difference = 3.42 (95% CI 0.85-5.99), p = 0.005, Cohen's d = 0.793). Students reported that both ORAD DDx and Atlas increased their confidence and decreased the mental effort required to develop differential diagnosis (p ≤ 0.001). This study demonstrates the effectiveness of a non-analytic approach in interpreting dental radiographs among novice learners through the novel use of diagnostic aids.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Centre for Development of Teaching and Learning, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Discipline of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119085, Singapore.
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Rai P, Ng A, Intekhab I, Sim YF, Lai CWM, Loh J. Oral Cancer in Asia - A systematic review. Advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.adoms.2022.100366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Chua DR, Hu S, Sim YF, Lim W, Lai BWP, Hong CHL. At what age do children have the motor development to adequately brush their teeth? Int J Paediatr Dent 2022; 32:598-606. [PMID: 34779540 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.12938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2021] [Revised: 06/17/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is no consensus regarding when children are ready to brush independently. AIM To examine the effects of chronological age and motor development on toothbrushing effectiveness in 5- to 7-year-old children. DESIGN In this cross-sectional study, the change in Oral Hygiene Index (OHI) score and the improvement in OHI category (eg, poor to fair) were used to measure toothbrushing effectiveness. Motor development was assessed using the Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual Motor Integration, and a parental questionnaire was used to determine the child's ability to perform certain daily tasks. RESULTS Children aged ≥6 years were significantly more likely to show improvement in OHI category (OR = 2.4, p = .032) than 5-year-old children. Parental report of their child's ability to write/print addresses (OR = 3.7, p = .009), tie shoelaces (OR = 2.9, p = .008), and cut/file nails (OR = 3.2, p = .036) was significantly more likely to show improvement in OHI category. A model using chronological age, visual motor age, ability to write/print addresses, tie shoelaces, cut/file nails, and toothbrushing duration achieved 61.8% sensitivity and 80.4% specificity in predicting a child's ability to achieve improvement in OHI category. CONCLUSIONS Children entering elementary school (≥6 years old) brushed their teeth more effectively than preschool children. A multifactorial model provided an acceptable predictor of the child's ability to brush effectively.
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- Doris Ruyi Chua
- Paediatric Dentistry Unit, National Dental Centre Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- School Dental Service, Youth Preventive Services, Health Promotion Board, Singapore, Singapore
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- Paediatric Dentistry Unit, National Dental Centre Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Chew RJJ, Lu JX, Sim YF, Yeo ABK. Rodent peri-implantitis models: a systematic review and meta-analysis of morphological changes. J Periodontal Implant Sci 2022; 52:479-495. [PMID: 36468467 PMCID: PMC9807853 DOI: 10.5051/jpis.2200900045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Revised: 03/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Rodent models have emerged as an alternative to established larger animal models for peri-implantitis research. However, the construct validity of rodent models is controversial due to a lack of consensus regarding their histological, morphological, and biochemical characteristics. This systematic review sought to validate rodent models by characterizing their morphological changes, particularly marginal bone loss (MBL), a hallmark of peri-implantitis. METHODS This review was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. A literature search was performed electronically using MEDLINE (PubMed), and Embase, identifying pre-clinical studies reporting MBL after experimental peri-implantitis induction in rodents. Each study's risk of bias was assessed using the Systematic Review Center for Laboratory animal Experimentation (SYRCLE) risk of bias tool. A meta-analysis was performed for the difference in MBL, comparing healthy implants to those with experimental peri-implantitis. RESULTS Of the 1,014 unique records retrieved, 23 studies that met the eligibility criteria were included. Peri-implantitis was induced using 4 methods: ligatures, lipopolysaccharide, microbial infection, and titanium particles. Studies presented high to unclear risks of bias. During the osseointegration phase, 11.6% and 6.4%-11.3% of implants inserted in mice and rats, respectively, had failed to osseointegrate. Twelve studies were included in the meta-analysis of the linear MBL measured using micro-computed tomography. Following experimental peri-implantitis, the MBL was estimated to be 0.25 mm (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.14-0.36 mm) in mice and 0.26 mm (95% CI, 0.19-0.34 mm) in rats. The resulting peri-implant MBL was circumferential, consisting of supra- and infrabony components. CONCLUSIONS Experimental peri-implantitis in rodent models results in circumferential MBL, with morphology consistent with the clinical presentation of peri-implantitis. While rodent models are promising, there is still a need to further characterize their healing potentials, standardize experiment protocols, and improve the reporting of results and methodology. TRIAL REGISTRATION PROSPERO Identifier: CRD42020209776.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Matoug-Elwerfelli M, Sim YF, Alghutaimel H, Almohareb R, Al-Abdulla J, Al-Kandari J, Shahda M, El Shahawy O, Bacho R, Al Harrasi S, Twati W, Duggal M, Nazzal H, Tong HJ. Effect of dental trauma management resources on dental practitioners' confidence and knowledge: A pilot cross-sectional study. Dent Traumatol 2022; 38:381-390. [PMID: 35511092 DOI: 10.1111/edt.12754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2022] [Revised: 04/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIM The knowledge of standardized care guidelines is critical to the confidence of practitioners in managing dental trauma. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the awareness, use and impact of the International Association of Dental Traumatology guidelines, and the online Dental Trauma Guide on general dental practitioners' self-reported confidence and knowledge in managing traumatic dental injuries in the primary and permanent dentitions. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional, pre-piloted, 27-item self-administered questionnaire survey was distributed electronically to general dental practitioners' working within five member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (Kingdom of Bahrain, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar) between September and December 2020. Data were collected and analysed using descriptive statistics and Wilcoxon Signed Rank test analysis for relevant comparisons. RESULTS A total of 294 respondents completed the survey, with the majority being from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (47.4%) and Qatar (27.3%). A lack of evidence-based knowledge in managing traumatic dental injuries was evident among more than half of the respondents. Respondents who were cognizant of the recent International Association of Dental Traumatology guidelines (2020) and those who use the Dental Trauma Guide routinely demonstrated a higher self-reported confidence level in managing both simple and complex primary dentition trauma, as well as simple traumatic dental injuries in the permanent dentition (p < .05). CONCLUSION This survey highlights critical deficiencies in the knowledge of a large number of the respondents in the management of dental trauma which is likely to cause irreversible long-term patient effects.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Preventive Dental Sciences Department, College of Dentistry, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Dentistry Department, Hamad Dental Centre, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- General Dental Practitioner, Ministry of Health, Manama, Bahrain
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- Paediatric Dentistry Department, Cairo University, and Future University, Egypt
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Lebanese University, Lebanon
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- Paediatric Dentistry, Kids Paradise Dental Centre, Seeb, Sultanate of Oman
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- Paediatric Department, College of Dentistry, University of Tripoli, Libya
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- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.,Dentistry Department, Hamad Dental Centre, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Khong JSY, Goh AT, Sim YF, Lai BWP, Forde CG, Hong CHL. Masticatory function after comprehensive dental treatment in children with severe early childhood caries. Int J Paediatr Dent 2022; 32:295-303. [PMID: 34214222 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.12854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2020] [Revised: 06/17/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Parents are frequently concerned that their child's mastication may be compromised after comprehensive dental treatment. AIM To evaluate changes in masticatory function and food preferences after dental treatment in children with early childhood caries. DESIGN This prospective study assessed masticatory function with the (1) mixing ability test using duo-coloured chewing gum and (2) the number of chews/g and time taken to eat six food items before and 3 months after dental treatment. A dental examination and a food preference questionnaire were also completed. RESULTS Twenty-five children (age: 4.9 ± 0.5 years, baseline dmft/child: 11.4 ± 4.9) completed the study. The mean number of restorations/child, total extractions/child, and posterior extractions/child was 5.1 ± 2.9, 6.4 ± 5.2, and 3.6 ± 2.3, respectively. The number of chews/g of cereal (p = .014) and popcorn (p = .003) significantly increased after dental treatment. The number of chews/g and duration taken for cereal (chews/g: r = 0.795, p = .000, duration: r = 0.794, p = .000) and peanuts (chews/g: r = 0.459, p = .032) were significantly associated with more extractions. There was no change in mastication function for the other foods, mixing ability score, and child's food preferences after dental treatment. CONCLUSIONS An increased number of chews/g is needed for certain hard foods after dental treatment, which was associated with an increased number of total and posterior extractions.
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- Clinical Nutrition Research Centre (CNRC), Singapore Institute Of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), A*STAR, Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 14 Medical Drive, #07-02 MD6 Building, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Singapore, Singapore City, 117599, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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- Clinical Nutrition Research Centre (CNRC), Singapore Institute Of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), A*STAR, Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 14 Medical Drive, #07-02 MD6 Building, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Singapore, Singapore City, 117599, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore City, Singapore
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Lee CKJ, Foong KWC, Sim YF, Chew MT. Evaluation of the accuracy of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) generated tooth replicas with application in autotransplantation. J Dent 2021; 117:103908. [PMID: 34856326 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2021.103908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Revised: 10/24/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The primary aim of this study was to assess the linear and geometric accuracy of 3-dimensional (3D) printed tooth replicas when compared to the actual tooth. The secondary aims were to compare the accuracy of three different 3D printers and to evaluate dimensional changes of tooth replicas after sterilization. METHODS A sample of 16 teeth were selected from recruited patients. Segmentation was carried out to generate files from the patient's cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) data, Tooth replicas were then printed using three printers making use of Polyjet, laser stereolithography (SLA) and digital light processing (DLP) technology respectively. These replicas, along with the actual tooth, were scanned by an optical scanner. Replicas were sent for sterilization and scanned again. Paired superimposition of the scans was performed. RESULTS A mean length difference of 0.36 mm and mean geometric (root mean square [RMS]) difference of 0.56 mm was found. Qualitative analysis showed that the replicas were generally larger in size. Repeated ANOVA tests showed that the Polyjet printer had the highest accuracy (p<0.0001). After sterilization, there was an overall mean length difference of 0.10 mm and RMS deviation of 0.02 mm. CONCLUSION This study found that there was a significant difference in linear and geometric measurements of the tooth replicas when compared to the actual tooth. This study also provides evidence that the printer which made use of Polyjet technology was able to produce more accurate models than SLA or DLP printers. Printed tooth models demonstrated clinically insignificant changes after heat sterilization. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE 3D printed tooth replicas derived from the patient's CBCT data may be used in autotransplantation to increase predictability of the procedure. In order for this novel digital approach to realize its potential, it is critical to address questions as to how accurate the various printing technologies are in fabricating replicas.
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- Cheryl Ker Jia Lee
- National Dental Centre Singapore, 5Second Hospital Ave, 168938 Singapore.
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- National University, Centre for Oral Health Singapore 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, 119085 Singapore
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- National Dental Centre Singapore, 5Second Hospital Ave, 168938 Singapore
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Choe R, Sim YF, Hong CHL, Mohideen S, Nadarajan R, Yap F, Shek LPC, Hsu CYS, Broekman BFP, Ferreira JN. Internalizing problems are associated with oral health-related quality of life in early childhood: Outcomes from an Asian multi-ethnic prospective birth cohort. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0256163. [PMID: 34383864 PMCID: PMC8360536 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0256163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2021] [Accepted: 07/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Oral health status ideally warrants for a holistic biopsychosocial approach to health and wellness. Little is known about the impact of behavioral problems on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in children due to the paucity of studies in early childhood, particularly in Asian multi-ethnic populations. This study evaluated the relationship between early child's socioemotional factors and OHRQoL, as well as its association with orofacial pain (OFP) and early childhood caries (ECC) in the Asian GUSTO birth cohort. Mother-child dyads were postnatally assessed at 3 time points. The Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) was used to assess the child's socioemotional and behavioral problems at age 4-4.5 years together with other validated questionnaires to evaluate maternal anxiety and depression. ECC detection was performed at age 5, and OHRQoL (primary) and OFP (secondary) outcomes were assessed at age 6 from a total of 555 mother-child dyads. After a univariate regression analysis was performed to identify potential predictors and confounders, a multivariate regression model was run with predisposing factors (CBCL internalization and externalization problems, OFP, ECC) and adjusted for confounders (maternal psychosocial states, maternal education) to determine associations with OHRQoL. Results showed an association between CBCL internalization scores and poorer OHRQoL (RR = 1.03, p = 0.033, 95% CI 1.01 to 1.05), although the limited risk ratio may not have a practical applicability in psychosocially healthy children, alike the majority of those evaluated in this cohort. The average OHRQoL overall score among children with OFP was 2.39 times more than those without OFP (OR = 2.39, p < 0.001, 95% CI 2.00 to 2.86). Thus, in early childhood, OFP, and to lesser extent internalizing behaviors, may negatively impact OHRQoL. This study therefore highlights the complex relationship between OHRQoL and its predisposing socioemotional and somatic pain factors, and demands further investigations in clinically relevant populations.
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- Ruth Choe
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences, A*STAR, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences, A*STAR, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Paediatrics, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences, A*STAR, Singapore, Singapore
- OLVG and Amsterdam UMC, VU University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Faculty of Dentistry, Exocrine Gland Biology and Regeneration Research Group, Department of Research Affairs, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Y F Sim
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Quek SJ, Sim YF, Lai B, Lim W, Hong CH. The effect of parenting styles on enforcement of oral health behaviours in children. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2021; 22:83-92. [PMID: 32418053 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-020-00537-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2019] [Accepted: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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PURPOSE To examine the relationship between parenting styles and parental attitudes towards oral health practices in children. METHODS Parents of children aged 4-6 years presenting to four public dental clinics completed the Parenting Styles Dimensions Questionnaire (PSDQ) and a questionnaire on parental attitudes, child diet and oral hygiene practices. Child oral health was evaluated using Plaque Index (PI) and dmft-Index. RESULTS Three hundred and eighty-nine children (mean age: 62.3 ± 9.8 months) were recruited. The median dmft was 4 (IQR = 9) and median PI was 1.5 (IQR = 0.8). An authoritative parenting style was observed in 95.1% of parents. Authoritative parents were more likely to monitor sweets/snacks intake (P = 0.004) and less inclined to offer sweets/snacks in exchange for good behaviour (P = 0.04) than permissive parents. However, actual between-meal snacking frequency did not differ between styles (P = 0.43). Permissive parents were less likely to ensure bedtime toothbrushing (P = 0.001) or brush thoroughly when busy or tired (P = 0.03) compared to authoritative parents; these attitudes were associated with higher frequencies of actual omission of bedtime toothbrushing (P = 0.006) in their children. A higher frequency of omitting bedtime toothbrushing significantly predicted a permissive parenting style (OR = 12.1, P = 0.009). Parenting styles were not associated with dmft (P = 0.72) and/or PI (P = 0.34). CONCLUSIONS Authoritative parenting was associated with positive attitudes regarding both preventive dietary and oral hygiene practices. Actual oral hygiene practices were more ideal in children with authoritative parents, but parenting styles had no impact on actual dietary habits.
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- S J Quek
- Department of Restorative Dentistry (Paediatric Dentistry), National Dental Centre Singapore, 5 Second Hospital Avenue, Singapore, 168938, Singapore.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Level 10, Singapore, 119085, Singapore
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry (Paediatric Dentistry), National Dental Centre Singapore, 5 Second Hospital Avenue, Singapore, 168938, Singapore
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- Youth Preventive Services Division, School Dental Services & School Dental Centre, Health Promotion Board, 3 Second Hospital Avenue, #04-00, Singapore, 168937, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Level 10, Singapore, 119085, Singapore
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Tong HJ, Sim YF, Berdouses E, Al-Jundi S, El Shahawy O, Nazzal H. Regenerative endodontic therapy (RET) for managing immature non-vital teeth: experiences and opinions of paediatric dental practitioners in the European and Arabian regions. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2020; 22:145-155. [PMID: 32535749 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-020-00542-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2019] [Accepted: 05/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE MTA apical plug approach is considered the gold standard in managing immature teeth with necrotic pulp tissues but does not increase root dimensions. Regenerative Endodontic Therapy (RET) has been advocated as an alternative technique for management of these teeth. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, experience and the opinions of dentists treating paediatric patients in the European and Arabian regions on RET. METHODS A cross-sectional, pre-piloted 23-item self-administered questionnaire survey was distributed electronically using the Bristol Online Survey tool through the mailing list of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry, the Arabian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry's and the Egyptian Society of Paediatric Dentistry. RESULTS 308 respondents completed the survey. Approximately half practised RET (N = 158; 51.3%), which was most frequently used to manage non-vital traumatized teeth. Majority of RET practitioners worked in university or dental institute practices. Protocol differences with deviation from the current published RET guidelines were observed. Half of the respondents reported discolouration as an undesirable outcome. Lack of training, materials, evidence and suitable cases were reasons for not using RET. CONCLUSIONS Although RET is being practised by European and Arabian paediatric dentists, different protocols are being used with clear deviations from the current evidence-based guidelines.
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- H J Tong
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, National University Centre for Oral Health, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, #10-01, Singapore, 119085, Singapore.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, National University Centre for Oral Health, 9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, #10-01, Singapore, 119085, Singapore
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- , 22 Kodrou str, Halandri, 151 27, Athens, Greece
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Ar Ramtha 3030،, Ramtha, Jordan
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Future University Egypt, 90th St, First New Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11835, Egypt
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- Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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Yen Tan EL, Song YL, Zhang Z, Jun Yong KJ, Zhang Y, Yeo X, Sim YF. Orthodontic treatment in National Dental Centre of Singapore: Trends toward higher proportion of adult patients. APOS 2019. [DOI: 10.25259/apos-13-2019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Background
Adult patients used to be daunted with the prospect of having fixed appliances to correct malocclusions. However, this has gradually changed and recent literature reported an increasing trend in adults receiving orthodontic treatment. To date, there has been no information regarding the trend of adult orthodontic patients in Singapore.
Objective
The objective of this study was to determine the changes in the proportion of adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment at the National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) from 2011 to 2017.
Materials and Methods
The study sample consists of all patients who commenced active orthodontic treatment from 2011 to 2017 at the NDCS. The data collected were analyzed for the number, gender, and proportion of adult orthodontic patients treated annually from 2011 to 2017. Linear-by-linear association test was used to test for any significant linear trend in proportion of adult orthodontic patients over the 7 years. Pearson’s Chi-squared test was used to test for any significant gender differences.
Results
There was a significant increasing linear trend (p = 0.001) in the proportion of adult orthodontic patients from 2011 to 2017. No significant difference (p = 0.770) between the proportions of male and female adults undergoing orthodontic treatment was found. The ages of adults undergoing orthodontic treatment ranged from 21 to 73 years old and majority (48.61%) of them was in the 21–25 years old age range.
Conclusion
There is a rising trend in adults seeking orthodontic treatment at the NDCS from 2011 to 2017. No statistically significant gender difference was observed in this rising trend.
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- Elaine Li Yen Tan
- Department of Orthodontics, National Dental Centre Singapore, Singapore,
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- Department of Orthodontics, National Dental Centre Singapore, Singapore,
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Hong CHL, Dean DR, Hull K, Hu SJ, Sim YF, Nadeau C, Gonçalves S, Lodi G, Hodgson TA. World Workshop on Oral Medicine VII: Relative frequency of oral mucosal lesions in children, a scoping review. Oral Dis 2019; 25 Suppl 1:193-203. [DOI: 10.1111/odi.13112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2019] [Revised: 04/23/2019] [Accepted: 04/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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- Catherine H. L. Hong
- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry National University of Singapore Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Oral Medicine University of Washington School of Dentistry Seattle United States of America
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- Department of Oral Medicine The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry National University of Singapore Singapore Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry National University of Singapore Singapore Singapore
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- Faculté de Médecine Dentaire de l’Université Laval Quebec City Canada
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- Department of Oral Medicine Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Sheffield UK
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche e Odontoiatriche Università degli Studi di Milano Milan Italy
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Hu S, Sim YF, Toh JY, Saw SM, Godfrey KM, Chong YS, Yap F, Lee YS, Shek LPC, Tan KH, Chong MFF, Hsu CYS. Infant dietary patterns and early childhood caries in a multi-ethnic Asian cohort. Sci Rep 2019; 9:852. [PMID: 30696871 PMCID: PMC6351619 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-37183-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2018] [Accepted: 12/04/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Dental caries, although preventable, remains one of the most prevalent chronic disease worldwide. Most studies focused on the relationship between sugar intake and caries. However, examining multidimensional dietary patterns is becoming increasingly important. Here, we examined the relationship between dietary patterns from ages 6 to 12 months and early childhood caries (ECC) at age 2 to 3-years. Infant dietary data was collected from caregivers and dietary pattern trajectories from 6 to 12 months derived. Oral examinations were carried out by trained calibrated dentists at ages 2 and 3 years. Associations between dietary pattern and ECC were estimated using generalized estimating equation. We found a 3.9 fold lower prevalence of decayed surfaces among children with high Guidelines dietary pattern scores at 6-months (IRR 0.26; CI [0.12–0.53]; p-value < 0.001) and 100% reduction of decayed surfaces with increased intakes of Guidelines dietary pattern foods from 6 to 12-month (IRR 2.4 × 10−4; CI [4.2 × 10−7–0.13]; p-value = 0.01). Suggesting that following the Guideline dietary pattern, which corresponds most closely to current World Health Organization weaning guidelines, at 6 months and an increase in pattern score between 6 and 12 months were protective against ECC development compared to Predominantly breastmilk, Easy-to-prepare foods and Noodles (in soup) and seafood dietary patterns.
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- Shijia Hu
- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, Singapore
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Medical Research Council Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit and National Institute for Health Research Southampton Biomedical Research Centre, University of Southampton and University Hospital Southampton National Health Service Foundation Trust, Southampton, SO16 6YD, UK
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, Singapore.,Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Paediatrics, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.,Department of Paediatrics, Duke-National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School, Singapore, Singapore.,Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, Singapore.,Departments of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,Division of Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Khoo Teck Puat-National University Children's Medical Institute, National University Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, Singapore.,Departments of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,Division of Paediatric Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, Singapore. .,Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore. .,Clinical Nutrition Research Centre, Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences, Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Singapore, Singapore.
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Tong HJ, Alzahrani FS, Sim YF, Tahmassebi JF, Duggal M. Anaesthetic efficacy of articaine versus lidocaine in children's dentistry: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Paediatr Dent 2018; 28:347-360. [PMID: 29635712 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.12363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Over the last few years, numerous reviews and studies have awarded articaine hydrochloride local anaesthetic (LA) a superior reputation, with outcomes of different studies demonstrating a general tendency for articaine hydrochloride to outperform lidocaine hydrochloride for dental treatment. Nevertheless, there seems to be no clear agreement on which LA solution is more efficacious in dental treatment for children. There is no previous publication systematically reviewing and summarising the current best evidence with respect to the success rates of LA solutions in children. AIMS To evaluate the available evidence on the efficacy of lidocaine and articaine, used in paediatric dentistry. DESIGN A systematic search was conducted on Cochrane CENTRAL Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE (OVID; 1950 to June 2017), Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL; EBSCOhost; 1982 to June 2017), EMBASE (OVID; 1980 to June 2017), SCI-EXPANDED (ISI Web of Knowledge; 1900 to June 2017), key journals, and previous review bibliographies through June 2017. Original research studies that compared articaine with lidocaine for dental treatment in children were included. Methodological quality assessment and assessment of risk of bias were carried out for each of the included studies. RESULTS Electronic searching identified 525 publications. Following the primary and secondary assessment process, six randomised controlled trials (RCT) were included in the final analysis. There was no difference between patient self-reported pain between articaine and lidocaine during treatment procedures (SMD = 0.06, P-value = 0.614), and no difference in the occurrence of adverse events between articaine and lidocaine injections following treatment in paediatric patients (RR = 1.10, P-value = 0.863). Yet, patients reported significantly less pain post-procedure following articaine injections (SMD = 0.37, P-value = 0.013). Substantial heterogeneity was noted in the reporting of outcomes among studies, with the overall quality of majority of studies being at high risk of bias. CONCLUSIONS There is low quality evidence suggesting that both articaine as infiltration and lidocaine IAD nerve blocks presented the same efficacy when used for routine dental treatments, with no difference between patient self-reported pain between articaine and lidocaine during treatment procedures. Yet, significantly less pain post-procedure was reported following articaine injections. There was no difference in the occurrence of adverse events between articaine and lidocaine injections following treatment in paediatric patients.
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- Huei Jinn Tong
- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Clinical Trials Unit, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Discipline of Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Striae periodicity refers to the number of cross-striations between successive lines of Retzius in tooth enamel. A regular time dependency of striae periodicity, known as the circaseptan interval, has been proposed. Previous studies on striae periodicity have been carried out on both modern and early humans given its potential applications in forensic age estimations and anthropology. Nevertheless, research comparing striae periodicities across gender groups and populations in different geographical locations, particularly in Asia, is lacking. In this study, we compared the striae periodicities of Heilongjiang and Singaporean Chinese, as well as that of Singaporean Chinese males and females. Results showed that while the median striae periodicity counts of Heilongjiang Chinese and Singaporean Chinese teeth are both 7, Heilongjiang Chinese tend to have lower striae periodicity counts than Singaporean Chinese (p < 0.01). No significant gender difference was observed between the median striae periodicity of Singaporean Chinese Female and Singaporean Chinese Male teeth (p = 0.511). We concluded that the median striae periodicity may statistically differ with geographical location, but not gender, provided that ethnicity and geographical location are held constant. Further studies are required to examine the causes for variation in striae periodicities between geographical locations, as well as to verify the other bio-environmental determinants of striae periodicity.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, National University Health System, National University of SingaporeSingapore, Singapore
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- Department of Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, National University Health System, National University of SingaporeSingapore, Singapore
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Interprofessional collaboration (IPC) has been shown to improve patient outcomes, cost efficiency, and health professional satisfaction, and enhance healthy workplaces. We determined the attitudes of primary care physicians and nurses towards IPC and factors facilitating IPC using a cross-sectional study design in Singapore. A self-administered anonymous questionnaire, based on the Jefferson Scale of Attitudes toward Physician-Nurse Collaboration (JSAPNC), was distributed to primary healthcare physicians and nurses working in National Healthcare Group Polyclinics (N = 455). We found that the mean JSAPNC score for physicians was poorer than that for nurses (50.39 [SD = 4.67] vs. 51.61 [SD = 4.19], respectively, mean difference, MD = 1.22, CI = 0.35-2.09, p = .006). Nurses with advanced education had better mean JSAPNC score than nurses with basic education (52.28 [SD = 4.22] vs. 51.12 [SD = 4.11], respectively, MD = 1.16, CI = 0.12-2.20, p = .029). Male participants had poorer mean JSAPNC score compared to females (50.27 [SD = 5.02] vs. 51.38 [SD = 4.22], respectively MD = 1.11, CI = 0.07-2.14, p = .036). With regression analysis, only educational qualification among nurses was independently and positively associated with JSAPNC scores (p = .018). In conclusion, primary care nurses in Singapore had more positive attitudes towards IPC than physicians. Among nurses, those with advanced education had more positive attitudes than those with basic education. Greater emphasis on IPC education in training of physicians and nurses could help improve attitudes further.
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- Ruth Mingli Zheng
- a Bukit Batok Polyclinic, National Healthcare Group Polyclinics , Singapore
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- a Bukit Batok Polyclinic, National Healthcare Group Polyclinics , Singapore
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- b Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health , National University of Singapore , Singapore
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