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Lin GSS, Ng YS, Ghani NRNA, Chua KH. Revolutionising dental technologies: a qualitative study on dental technicians' perceptions of Artificial intelligence integration. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:690. [PMID: 37749537 PMCID: PMC10521564 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03389-x] [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: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry has the potential to revolutionise the field of dental technologies. However, dental technicians' views on the use of AI in dental technology are still sparse in the literature. This qualitative study aimed to explore the perceptions of dental technicians regarding the use of AI in their dental laboratory practice. METHODS Twelve dental technicians with at least five years of professional experience and currently working in Malaysia agreed to participate in the one-to-one in-depth online interviews. Interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim and translated. Thematic analysis was conducted to identify patterns, themes, and categories within the interview transcripts. RESULTS The analysis revealed two key themes: "Perceived Benefits of AI" and "Concerns and Challenges". Dental technicians recognised the enhanced efficiency, productivity, accuracy, and precision that AI can bring to dental laboratories. They also acknowledged the streamlined workflow and improved communication facilitated by AI systems. However, concerns were raised regarding job security, professional identity, ethical considerations, and the need for adequate training and support. CONCLUSION This research sheds light on the potential benefits and challenges associated with the integration of AI in dental laboratory practices. Understanding these perceptions and addressing the challenges can support the effective integration of AI in dental laboratories and contribute to the growing body of literature on AI in healthcare.
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- Galvin Sim Siang Lin
- Department of Dental Materials, Faculty of Dentistry, Asian Institute of Medicine, Science and Technology (AIMST) University, 08100, Bedong, Kedah, Malaysia.
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- Conservative Dentistry Unit, School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Health Campus, 16150, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Conservative Dentistry Unit, School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Health Campus, 16150, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
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- Department of Dental Technology, Faculty of Dentistry, Asian Institute of Medicine, Science and Technology (AIMST) University, 08100, Bedong, Kedah, Malaysia
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Di Lorenzo L, Inchingolo F, Pipoli A, Cassano F, Maggiore ME, Inchingolo AM, Ceci S, Patano A, Malcangi G, Mancini A, Longo G, Attimonelli R, Maiorano E, Laviano R, Manghisi NM, Scarano A, Lorusso F, Di Lorenzo A, Inchingolo AD, Dipalma G. Mixed-dust pneumoconiosis in a dental technician: a multidisciplinary diagnosis case report. BMC Pulm Med 2022; 22:161. [PMID: 35477357 PMCID: PMC9044673 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-022-01948-6] [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] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2021] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background In dental laboratories, exposure to crystalline silica can occur during procedures that generate suspended mineral dusts, e.g. dispersion of mixing powders, removal of castings from molds grinding, polishing of castings and porcelain, and use of silica sand for blasting. There is also a large list of toxic agents (acrylic resins, polymeric materials, etc.) used to produce removable and fixed prostheses, but also impression materials and more. Using personal protective equipment and other aids reduces the exposure to these potentially harmful agents.
Case presentation We report the case of a 42-year-old male dental technician who began to suffer from a dry cough and exertional dyspnea after approximately 15 years of work. The operations he conducted for his job resulted in the generation of crystalline silica, aluminum, chromium and titanium dust. The worker did not regularly wear personal protective equipment and some of the above operations were not carried out in closed circuit systems. The Chest X-ray showed diffused micronodules in the pulmonary interstitium of the upper-middle lobes, bilaterally, and a modest left basal pleural effusion. Simple spirometry showed small airway obstruction in its initial stage. High Resolution Computerized Tomography of the chest showed bilateral micronodulation of a miliariform type, with greater profusion to the upper lobes, also present in the visceral pleura, bilaterally. Histological examination showed aggregates of pigment-laden macrophages forming perivascular macules or arranged in a radial pattern around a core of sclerohyalinosis. Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive Spectrometry revealed several mineral particles, typically characterized by the presence of crystalline silica and metal aggregates. The environmental concentrations of total dust and its respirable fraction were all lower than the relative TLV-TWA—ACGIH, yet not negligible. Conclusions The above findings and a multidisciplinary assessment led to the diagnosis of mixed dust pneumoconiosis s/q with 2/2 profusion of occupational origin. This diagnosis in a dental technician was supported for the first time in literature by environmental exposure analysis.
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- Luigi Di Lorenzo
- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy.
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy.
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- National Institute for Insurance Against Injuries at Work (INAIL), Bari, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Transplantation, Pathology Section, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Earth and Geoenvironmental Sciences, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Prevention, Prevention and Safety at Work Service, Local Health Board of Brindisi, Brindisi, Italy
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- Department of Innovative Technologies in Medicine and Dentistry, University of Chieti-Pescara, 66100, Chieti, Italy.
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- Department of Innovative Technologies in Medicine and Dentistry, University of Chieti-Pescara, 66100, Chieti, Italy.
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, University of Bari, 70124, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Medicine Aldo Moro, 70124, Bari, Italy
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Tiraboschi MM, Sala E, Ferroni M, Tironi A, Borghesi A, Gilberti ME, Ceruti P, Sansone E, De Palma G. Early signs of pneumoconiosis in a dental technician in Italy: a case report. BMC Pulm Med 2021; 21:352. [PMID: 34743717 PMCID: PMC8572569 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-021-01721-1] [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] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Dental technicians are at high risk of pneumoconiosis, usually driven by inhalation of mixed dusts, including metals. An etiological diagnosis is not easy to be performed, particularly in advanced stages. CASE PRESENTATION We describe the case of an early pneumoconiosis occurring in a 47-year-old dental technician who developed respiratory symptoms shortly after beginning work. She described the work environment as dusty and lacking relevant primary prevention tools. A chest CT showed multiple peripheral pseudonodular lesions in both lower lobes; bronchoalveolar lavage and bronchial aspirate evidenced numerous macrophages with reflective metal bodies included into the cytoplasm, that at scanning electron microscopy coupled to Energy Dispersive X-Ray Analysis resulted Zirconium and Aluminum, whereas Tungsten (W) was localized outside cells. End of shift urinary concentrations of W were substantially raised as compared to pre-shift (1.1 vs. 0.2 µg/L). CONCLUSIONS We concluded for diagnosis of early work-related pneumoconiosis due to abnormal occupational exposure to metals. The case demonstrates the need also for dental professionals to comply with industrial hygiene standards and to be monitored by occupational health physicians.
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- Mara Maria Tiraboschi
- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, Unit of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Occupational Health, Occupational Hygiene, Toxicology and Prevention Unit, University Hospital "Spedali Civili Di Brescia", Brescia, Italy
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- CNR-Institute of Microelectronics and Microsystems, Bologna, Italy.,Department of Civil, Environmental, Architectural Engineering and Mathematics, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Pathology Department, University Hospital "Spedali Civili Di Brescia", Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, Unit of Radiological Sciences, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Occupational Health, Occupational Hygiene, Toxicology and Prevention Unit, University Hospital "Spedali Civili Di Brescia", Brescia, Italy
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- Pulmonology Department, University Hospital "Spedali Civili Di Brescia", Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, Unit of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences, and Public Health, Unit of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy. .,Occupational Health, Occupational Hygiene, Toxicology and Prevention Unit, University Hospital "Spedali Civili Di Brescia", Brescia, Italy.
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Oshima K. Current status of supply of and demand for dental technicians in Japan: Evaluation and countermeasures against the decrease in the number of dental technicians. Jpn Dent Sci Rev 2021; 57:123-7. [PMID: 34457092 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdsr.2021.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Revised: 05/29/2021] [Accepted: 08/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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In recent years, the number of dental technicians (DTs) in Japan has fluctuated around 35,000. However, this number is expected to decline dramatically in future, given the increase in the number of older DTs and marked decline in the number of younger DTs. This is a review of various reports analyzing the supply of and demand for DTs in Japan and a description of prospective measures to ensure a sufficient supply of DTs in future. Several previous reports have suggested that the number of DTs will fall more rapidly than the demand. However, there are only few quantitative assessments of the supply of and demand for DTs, and extensive investigation of how the decrease in numbers will affect the future of dental services is required. The role of each Japanese dental profession, that is, dentists, dental hygienists, and dental technicians, is well-defined; they are to provide dental services to the Japanese people. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain the required number of each dental profession in future. For clarity on the social situation of DTs and to help in taking immediate measures, it is important to analyze the supply and demand of DTs from various perspectives, such as region.
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Berniyanti T, Palupi R, Kriswandini IL, Bramantoro T, Putri IL. Suitability of MDA, 8-OHdG and wild-type p53 as genotoxic biomarkers in metal (Co, Ni and Cr) exposed dental technicians: a cross-sectional study. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:65. [PMID: 32138726 PMCID: PMC7059730 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-1049-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [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: 07/14/2018] [Accepted: 02/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND High concentrations of Co, Ni, and Cr in the blood serum of dental technicians are strongly associated with free radical formation. It has highly reactive properties that can cause further oxidation of molecule in the vicinity. PURPOSE This study intended to investigate whether the Dental Technician occupational exposure of Co, Ni and Cr, could contribute to the high incidence of cancer. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study to dental technicians, performed after acccepting ethical clearance. Blood was sampled in 3 examinations for Co, Ni, Cr using Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometry (AAS), MDA was examined with TBARS test, also 8 OHdG and wildtype p53 proteins determined by ELISA method. RESULTS Comparative statistical analysis, showing a significant difference (p < 0.05) between levels of Co, Ni, and Cr in exposed groups to the control group. But, not all variables was proven to be positively correlated, only with Cr, and Co, and negatively correlated with wild-type p53. CONCLUSION MDA,8-OHdG and wildtype p53 can be used as genotoxic biomarkers in the metal exposed group, since they can accurately reflect the degree of Oxidative damage.
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- Titiek Berniyanti
- Department of Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
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- Department of Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology Oral, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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Al Dosari AAF, Habib SR, Alnassar T, Alshihri A, Kamalan R. The current considerations in the fabrication of implant prostheses and the state of prosthetic complications: A survey among the dental technicians. Saudi Dent J 2018; 30:299-305. [PMID: 30202166 PMCID: PMC6128716 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2018.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2018] [Revised: 04/30/2018] [Accepted: 05/29/2018] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the current considerations in the fabrication of dental implant prostheses (DIP) and the state of prosthetic complications from the dental technicians (DT) perspective. METHODS A self-designed pretested questionnaire and an informed consent were distributed to 150 certified DT working in dental laboratories of Riyadh, KSA. The demographic data, questions related to the implant fixed/removable prostheses and questions on the prosthetic complications related to the DIP were collected. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square test were used for statistical analysis, considering a P-value of <0.05 using SPSS. RESULTS 130 responses (response rate 83.6%) were received. 53% (n = 69) of the DT received job orders for DIP from >20 dentists. 49% (n = 64) of dentists took the leading role in the treatment planning/designing. 48% (n = 62) and 52% (n = 68) of requests were for Cement and Screw retained DIP respectively. Custom abutments 37% (n = 49) choice of abutments. Porcelain fused to metal (PFM) 34% (n = 44) and PFM with metal occlusal surface 55% (n = 71) were material of choice. 49% (n = 64) designing of implant overdentures were according to the dentist's instructions with Ball and Socket 48% (n = 63) to be the most common attachment. DT regarded poor implant location/orientation 38% (n = 49) and inaccuracies in impression/bite-registration 40% (n = 52) as the obstacles to success. Half 50% (n = 65) of the repairs were for facing damage/chipping of ceramic. Fracture of the denture base/tooth detachment 50% (n = 65) was common with implant over dentures. CONCLUSIONS DT played a role and took decisions regarding the DIP. Frequent problems found by DT were poor implant location, discrepancies in impression/bite-registration, facing damage/chipping and damage/fracture of the denture base/prosthetic teeth. The frequency of these complications can be minimized by an increase in the prosthetic knowledge of the dentists and establishing clear protocols for communication between the dentist and the DT.
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- Abdullah Al Farraj Al Dosari
- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, and Director for Dental Implants and Osseointegration Research Chair (DIORC), College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Implant & Osseo-integration Research Chair, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
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Hirano T, Numakura T, Moriyama H, Saito R, Shishikura Y, Shiihara J, Sugiura H, Ichinose M. The first case of multiple pulmonary granulomas with amyloid deposition in a dental technician; a rare manifestation as an occupational lung disease. BMC Pulm Med 2018; 18:77. [PMID: 29788999 PMCID: PMC5964708 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-018-0654-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [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] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2017] [Accepted: 05/16/2018] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Background Occupational lung diseases, such as pneumoconiosis, are one of the health problems of dental workers that have been receiving increasing interest. Pulmonary amyloidosis is a heterogenous group of diseases, and can be classified into primary (idiopathic) and secondary (associated with various inflammatory diseases, hereditary, or neoplastic). To date, the development of pulmonary amyloidosis in dental workers has not been reported. Case presentation A 58-year-old Japanese female presented with chest discomfort and low-grade fever that has persisted for 2 months. She was a dental technician but did not regularly wear a dust mask in the workplace. Chest X ray and computed tomography revealed multiple well-defined nodules in both lungs and fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG)-positron emission tomography revealed abnormal FDG uptake in the same lesions with a maximal standardized uptake value (SUV [max]) of 5.6. We next performed thoracoscopic partial resection of the lesions in the right upper and middle lobes. The histological examination of the specimens revealed granuloma formation with foreign body-type giant cells and amyloid deposition that was confirmed by Congo red staining and direct fast scarlet (DFS) staining that produce apple-green birefringence under crossed polarized light. Because there were no other causes underlying the pulmonary amyloidosis, we performed electron probe X-ray microanalysis (EPMA) of the specimens and the result showed silica deposition in the lesions. Based on these results, we finally diagnosed the patient with pulmonary granulomas with amyloid deposition caused by chronic silica exposure. Afterward, her symptoms were improved and the disease has not progressed for 2 years since proper measures against additional occupational exposure were implemented. Conclusions Our case presented three important clinical insights: First, occupational exposure to silica in a dental workplace could be associated with the development of amyloid deposition in lung. Second, EPMA was useful to reveal the etiology of amyloid deposition in the lungs. Last, proper protection against silica is important to prevent further progression of the disease. In conclusion, our case suggested that occupational exposure to silica should be considered when amyloid deposition of unknown etiology is found in the lungs of working or retired adults.
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- Taizou Hirano
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1 Seiryou-machi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, 980-8574, Japan.,Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hiraka General Hospital, Yokote, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1 Seiryou-machi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, 980-8574, Japan. .,Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hiraka General Hospital, Yokote, Japan.
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Nishi-Niigata Chuo National Hospital, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Anatomic Pathology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1 Seiryou-machi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, 980-8574, Japan.,Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hiraka General Hospital, Yokote, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hiraka General Hospital, Yokote, Japan.,Department of Respiratory Medicine, Saitama Medical Center Jichi Medical University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1 Seiryou-machi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, 980-8574, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-1 Seiryou-machi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, 980-8574, Japan
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Tulbah H, AlHamdan E, AlQahtani A, AlShahrani A, AlShaye M. Quality of communication between dentists and dental laboratory technicians for fixed prosthodontics in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Saudi Dent J 2017; 29:111-116. [PMID: 28725128 PMCID: PMC5502910 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2017.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2017] [Accepted: 05/28/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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The fabrication of a clinically acceptable dental prosthesis requires proper communication between the dentist and the dental technician. Prosthodontic educators have been concerned with this interaction and communication. Fixed prosthodontics laboratories revealed that the technicians are often dissatisfied with the information provided in work authorizations. Objective To evaluate the quality of communication between dentists and laboratory technicians via work authorizations for fixed prosthodontics in both governmental and private dental laboratories in Riyadh area from the technician’s perspective. Methods A sample of 66 dental laboratories, including all government dental laboratories and a selected number of randomly chosen private dental laboratories from each district of Riyadh (40%), participated in the survey. A questionnaire was developed to include questions related to the following areas of work authorization: clarity and accuracy of instructions, patient information, type of prosthesis, choice of materials, design and shade of the prosthesis and type of porcelain glaze. The questionnaire was answered in a face-to-face interview by technicians who were qualified in fixed prosthetic work. Data were analyzed through parametric tests (T-test and one-way ANOVA) to identify significant values (P < 0.05). Results This survey showed a lack of communication between dentists and dental laboratories regarding the following: marginal design, pontic design, staining diagram, type of porcelain and glaze needed for the prosthesis. Significant differences were observed between the government and private dental laboratories. There was a greater lack of communication between the dentists and government laboratory technicians in Riyadh. There was no statistically significant difference between private laboratories of different areas in Riyadh city (P < 0.05). Conclusion The quality of communication between dentists and dental technicians in Riyadh can sometimes be inadequate, and governmental laboratories have a lower level of communication.
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- Huda Tulbah
- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. Box 21069, Riyadh 11475, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, King Saud bin Abdulaziz for Health Sciences, P.O. Box 22490, Riyadh 11426, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Dentistry, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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