Key messages
Nicotine e-cigarettes can help individuals stop smoking for at least six months. Evidence shows they work better than nicotine replacement therapy and probably better than e-cigarettes without nicotine.
They may work better than no support or behavioural support…
Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an emergency of international concern in January 2020, COVID-19 has required unprecedented public health action to protect population health. Initially, the impact of the pandemic was measured by deaths, hospitalizations, and intensive care unit admissions.…
In developed nations, adults spend an average of 9-10 hours every day sitting, mostly during work hours. A highly sedentary lifestyle is associated with an increased risk of mortality. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends 150-300 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical…
The classification of periodontal disease plays a pivotal role in identifying the severity and extent of disease progression, facilitating an effective treatment plan and prognostic assessment. Traditionally, periodontal disease classification has relied heavily on the clinical or radiographic detection of alveolar bone…
Daily stressors oral health professionals may experience include financial pressure, tight schedules, practice management issues, concern over reimbursement, uncooperative clients, and physical demands. These pressures are often accompanied by personal characteristics, such as perfectionism and prioritization of others’ needs. As a result,…
Artificial intelligence (AI) applications are growing in dental implant procedures. For example, various AI models have been developed to recognize implant types using periapical and panoramic radiographs. Similarly, AI applications have been developed to predict osteointegration success or implant prognosis using client risk…
The November issue of FOCUS digital publication is available online for all ODHA members. Non-members may read it by registering as a guest.
This issue features:
President's message;
discussion on eating disorders in the Research Corner;
the article Dental care for persons with intellectual…
Eating disorders are mental health conditions that significantly impair physical health and psychosocial functioning. Eating disorders have severe consequences on mental well-being and physical health, including oral health. The three most frequent eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating…
Background Tobacco smoking is the leading preventable cause of death and disease worldwide. Smoking cessation can reduce this harm, and many individuals would like to stop. There are a number of medications licenced globally to help individuals quit, and e‐cigarettes are used…
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions associated with significant psychological and physical impairment. Individuals with eating disorders are at greater risk of suicidality, mortality, and poorer quality of life compared to both the general population and individuals with other mental health…