Oral Health – Page 7 – ODHA Dental Hygiene Newswire

MASCC/ISOO expert opinion on the management of oral problems in patients with advanced cancer

It is essential for healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with advanced cancer to have a good understanding of the principles of oral hygiene/care and knowledge of the evidence-based management of common oral problems. However, research suggests oral problems are often…

MASCC/ISOO clinical practice guidelines for the management of mucositis secondary to cancer therapy

Cancer clinical practice guidelines Oral Health July 15, 2022

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MASCC/ISOO clinical practice guidelines for the management of mucositis secondary to cancer therapy

Guidelines were developed by the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer and International Society of Oral Oncology (MASCC/ISOO) to facilitate the evidence-based management of mucositis. Mucositis is characterized by erythema and ulceration of the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal (GI)…

Study analyzes tooth survival after root canal

New Research Oral Health May 31, 2022

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Analyzing tooth survival after root canal in general population

Teeth survive about 11 years after a root canal, according to new research from Regenstrief Institute and Indian University School of Dentistry. The groundbreaking study is the first to analyze records from community dental practices. "The findings of this study give deeper insight into…

Diseases Oral Health March 11, 2022

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Dental experts discover biological imbalance is the reason for link between periodontal and kidney disease

An imbalance of the body’s oxygen producing free radicals and its antioxidant cells could be the reason why periodontal disease and chronic kidney disease affect each other, a study led by the University of Birmingham has found. Previous studies have shown a…

Oral Health February 18, 2022

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The incidence of COVID-19 among dentists practicing in the community in Canada: A prospective cohort study over a six-month period

This research was discussed with authors Dr. Sreenath Madathil, PhD, and Dr. Michael Glogauer, PhD in Episode 43 of Conversations with Dr. Glogauer and Kim Ivan, an audiocast exclusive to ODHA members. Additional keynotes and resources are included with the audiocast episode…

Diseases Oral Health February 10, 2022

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Growing evidence on periodontal and systemic disease links

Originally published in Dental Abstracts, Volume 66, Issue 1  Background: Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease in which dysbiotic plaque biofilms cause destructive inflammatory responses, leading to destruction of the periodontal attachment and underlying bone. Mild periodontitis may affect up to half…

Mental Health Oral Health January 12, 2022

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Sexual abuse survivors’ battle during dental care

Originally published in Dental Abstracts, Volume 66, Issue 1  To access the full study, visit here. The trauma of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) can cause a wide range of health problems during adulthood, including making oral health care challenging and triggering dental anxiety.…

Oral Health December 29, 2021

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Oral health status and treatment need in older adults with different degrees of cognitive impairment and dementia: A cross-sectional study

Loss of cognition or dementia is closely related to a poor oral health status according to a study published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care. Abstract Background: Health can be defined as more than an absence or lack of…

Oral Health November 24, 2021

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Pit and fissure sealants versus fluoride varnishes for preventing dental decay in the permanent teeth of children and adolescents

Most of the detected increment in dental caries among children above the age of six years and adolescents is confined to occlusal surfaces of posterior permanent molars. Dental sealants and fluoride varnishes are much used to prevent caries. As the effectiveness of…

Addictions E-cigarettes Oral Health September 1, 2021

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The impact of vaping on periodontitis: A systematic review 

Focusing on a correlation between oral health and vaping, a recent study published on Wiley – Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, showed electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) exposure-mediated carbonyl stress leads to increased levels of prostaglandin-E2 and cyclooxygenase-2 in human gingival epithelium compared to…

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