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Nicotine pouches: A review for the oral health team
Key messages:
Nicotine pouches, a tobacco-free product, are becoming increasingly popular globally.
Nicotine pouches are likely to be a 'lower-risk product' as compared to tobacco smoking due to their lack of combustion.
Nicotine pouches may be an option in tobacco…
Client shielding for dental radiography: Recommendations from AAOMR
Introduction
Radiographs are used to assess symptoms or screen for occult disease in asymptomatic clients. Imaging in oral health practices includes intraoral, panoramic, cephalometric, and cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) imaging.
When prescribing radiographs, it is essential to consider the advantages and limitations of the…
Pregnancy-related oral problems
Introduction Pregnancy-related oral health conditions can occur from hormonal changes, altered immunological responses, and changes in oral hygiene and food habits. Poor oral health during pregnancy has been linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes, such as premature birth, low birth weight, and preeclampsia. Recognizing oral…
Periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes
Introduction Periodontal disease is a chronic infectious disease. According to data, the global prevalence of gingivitis in pregnant individuals is 30–100%. Periodontal pathogens initiate chronic damage to tooth-supporting tissues. Periodontal pathogens and their metabolites can also lead to adverse pregnancy outcomes through…
Barriers to oral healthcare experienced by transgender clients
Barriers to oral healthcare can lead to poorer oral health, resulting in an overall reduction in oral health-related quality of life.
Abstract
Objective This literature review aimed to assess the barriers transgender (TG) clients experience in accessing oral healthcare
Methodology An electronic search was carried out…
Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancers: A guide for oral healthcare providers
Background
Cancer remains a leading cause of mortality globally, with oral and oropharyngeal cancer rates remaining persistently high. Moreover, the incidence of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinomas (OPSCC) continues to rise at approximately 1% per year, with mortality…
Artificial intelligence in radiographic detection of caries lesions
Background Early and accurate detection of caries lesions can lead to better preventive and conservative measures, thereby reducing healthcare costs. Clinical examination, combined with radiographic evaluation, is the routine diagnostic approach. However, previous studies have shown a substantial variability in its reliability…
Diseases
Pregnancy-related oral problems
Introduction Pregnancy-related oral health conditions can occur from hormonal changes, altered immunological responses, and changes…
Periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes
Introduction Periodontal disease is a chronic infectious disease. According to data, the global prevalence of…
