Bruxism is a term that encompasses a range of presentations of rhythmic and repetitive muscular activity. For many, this is not a significant problem but for some, this behaviour leads to substantial impact and tissue damage that can be significant, compromising function…
As described in the first paper, bruxism is a term that encompasses a range of presentations of rhythmic and repetitive muscular activity, which is not a significant problem for many clients. But for some, the behaviour leads to significant issues and extensive…
Introduction: There will be three seperate posts on the Dental Hygiene Newswire website about the series of three research papers that review the etiology of bruxism, its impacts, and treatment strategies for persistent bruxers at risk of tissue damage. Part 1: background…
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are among the most commonly reported injuries in the workforce, and there is a particularly high prevalence among dental hygienists. Research has shown the incidence of MSD may begin during students’ academic and clinical training.
This study aimed to determine…
Musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) and pain are highly prevalent among dental professionals. Oral healthcare is a physically and mentally demanding profession as precise hand movements, awkward working postures, vibrating dental instruments, and repetitive motions are often utilized over long periods of time.
MSDs can…
Oral healthcare professionals are at high risk of developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders. This study aimed to determine the regions at greatest risk for developing musculoskeletal strain and to evaluate the effect of interventional training involving photography and self-assessment on posture and the…
Prolonged muscle strain and repetitive movements may lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) in oral healthcare professionals. Studies show 54% to 93% of oral healthcare professionals experience work-related pain, and approximately 68% experience pain in the neck, lower back, and shoulders. Over…
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a common occupational hazard for dental professionals. The nature of the work requires repetitive motion of the arms, wrists, and hands. Tasks requiring repeated high hand forces applied at the fingertips and prolonged awkward postures generate significant…
A register-based cohort study of all live-born infants in Norway looked at the COVID-19 pregnancy vaccination rates and incidence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in infants and suggests maternal COVID-19 vaccination during the second or third trimester of pregnancy could protect against infant SARS-CoV-2 infection…
Reports of associations between higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods (UPF) and elevated risks of obesity, noncommunicable diseases, and mortality in adults are increasing. This research published in JAMA Pediatrics looks at the associations of UPF consumption with long-term adiposity trajectories in children,…