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Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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1
no.
2016
https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84826_fd1ecb11b2dd7b7bceb38dc818f658a5.pdf
A systematic review of questionnaires used on oral health knowledge, attitude, and practice in 12-year-olds
Maryam
Rad
PhD Candidate, Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Arash
Shahravan
Associate Professor, Endodontology Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Ali Akbar
Haghdoost
Professor, Regional Knowledge Hub, WHO Collaborating Centre for HIV Surveillance, Research Center for Modeling in Health, Institute of Futures Studies in Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: National oral health knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) data among 12-year-old children need nation-wide programs to help promote oral health. In most countries, oral epidemiologic data are collected by self-administered structured questionnaires. The aim of this study was to undertake a systematic review of the existing literature about questionnaires used for analyzing the oral health knowledge, attitude, and behavior profile of the 12-year-old children.METHODS: The search was conducted in PubMed and Google Scholar search engines. The Medical Subject Heading (MeSH) search was performed applying singularly and by combining the following terms retrieved from the MeSH browser provided by MEDLINE: “Knowledge, awareness, attitude, practice, behavior, 12-year-old children, oral health.”RESULTS: Of 176 records found, 29 evaluated oral health KAP in 12-year-old children by structured questionnaires. The most important questions on knowledge (23 of 29 questionnaires) included some items which are focused on the importance of preserving natural teeth, effects of brushing, and sweets and soft drinks on the dentition. The most common questions on practice (28 questionnaires) were brushing activity and dental visits. The attitudes were evaluated by questions about fear of dental treatment, opinion about dentists and dental care (10 questionnaires).CONCLUSION: Considering differences in the available questionnaires showed that despite the importance of promotion of oral health by increasing knowledge, and improving attitudes and practice in 12-year-old children, more work is needed to form a standard questionnaire.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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1
no.
2016
1
12
https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84827_a340187f13875dc7a9276da65c4bdcec.pdf
The frequency of using different types of pacifier and bottle nipple among 1-24 months old children
Hamidreza
Poureslami
Professor, Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center AND Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Razieh
Hoseinifar
Assistant Professor, Department of Operative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Reihaneh
Hosseinifar
Resident, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Hamid
Sharifi
Modeling in Health Research Center, Institute for Futures Studies in Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Parnian
Poureslami
Student of Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: Sucking of some types of a pacifier may be a risk factor for mal-development of orofacial structures and malocclusion. This study assessed the prevalence of using of different types of pacifier and bottle nipple among 1-24 months old children in Kerman, Iran.METHODS: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 300 mothers interviewed at 20 specialized private pediatric offices in Kerman. The mothers had 1-24 months old children. A checklist includes items about pacifier sucking, bottle feeding habits, as well as mothers’ ability to recognize different kinds of available pacifier and bottle nipple was used.RESULTS: The rate of pacifier-sucking was 37.3%, and use of bottle feeding was 42.3%, and among of the users, 24.0 and 35.7% were used orthodontic (functional) types of pacifier and bottle nipple respectively. However, only 28.7% of mothers had adequate ability to recognize orthodontic pacifier and bottle nipple.CONCLUSION: The rates of using orthodontic kind of pacifier and bottle nipple were low, and a few mothers had adequate ability to recognize their differences.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
v.
1
no.
2016
13
16
https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84828_0292d828964e3d0ebb759355e0de8d56.pdf
Awareness and attitude of parents toward pediatric dental treatment under general anesthesia
Effat
Khodadadi
Assistant Professor, Department of Pedodontics, School of Dentistry, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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Fatemeh
Nazeran
Student of Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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Hemmat
Gholinia-Ahangar
Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: Dental treatment under general anesthesia is critical for non-cooperative, low aged, and special needs’ children. This study aimed to investigate the knowledge and attitude of parents about pediatric dental treatment under general anesthesia.METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study among 100 parents of children who were referred to Babol School of Dentistry (Roohani Hospital) and Babol clinic Hospital, Iran, in 2012-2013 for dental treatment under general anesthesia. The questionnaire contained questions assessing the reasons for choosing dental treatment under general anesthesia, and the advantages and disadvantages of this method of treatment and parental satisfaction. The form was completed by the parents. Data were reported using descriptive statistics and analyzed by the Spearman correlation coefficient.RESULTS: In this study, a questionnaire survey showed that the majority of parents were concerned about the health of their children and despite having some degree of awareness about side effects of general anesthesia and its high cost, they expressed a positive view toward that. A reduction of fear and anxiety and the possibility of performing several treatments in one session are among the benefits of this method. Non-cooperative children of low age with a high number of dental caries are the main recipients of this treatment method. This method was introduced to the majority of parents by the dentist treating their children.CONCLUSION: This study showed parents accepted the costs and risks of this approach to maintain the oral health of their children after it was recommended by the pediatrician. Therefore, with sufficient awareness of society toward this treatment option, we can improve children’s oral health and performance.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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1
no.
2016
17
23
https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84829_a7052752c85ad66e5a94f0a2fb563027.pdf
Awareness and method of oral health care among people living with human immunodeficiency virus infection and acquired immune deficiency syndrome attending Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Nigeria
Princess Christina
Campbell
Associate Professor, Department of Community Health and Primary Care, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria
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Dada
Sheriff
Department of Community Health and Primary Care, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: Oral health knowledge and oral health seeking behavior among people living with human immunodeficiency virus infection and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) (PLWHA) have been found to be very low. The importance of education to improve awareness and oral health practices cannot be overemphasized. The study determined the level of awareness, perceived oral status and practices of oral health care among PLWHA attending Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta (FMCA), Nigeria.METHODS: This descriptive cross-sectional study recruited 204 participants using systematic random sampling technique. The self-designed, pre-tested questionnaire was interviewer-administered by trained research assistants in October 2014 for 4 weeks. All research protocols were strictly adhered to. The data were analyzed with SPSS, chi-square, ANOVA, Fischer’s exact test and P value was calculated.RESULTS: Out of 204 patients, 191, predominantly females 100 (52.4%); married 120 (62.8%), participated, with a response rate of 93.6%. The age range was 18-69 years with a mean of 37.64 ± 11.30 years. Oral health awareness was low 47 (24.6%), but 138 (72.3%) were aware of the role of fluoride toothpaste. Awareness on oral health was statistically significant with the level of education (P < 0.050). The majority 189 (99.0%); 168 (88.9%) used toothbrush, fluoride toothpaste, respectively, 69 (36.1%) brushed at least twice daily, none used dental floss, 14 (7.3%) had visited the dentist within 6 months, and 123 (64.4%) never received dental care.CONCLUSION: The limited awareness on oral health and its practices can be improved by oral health information and education among the respondents, and further help reduce the severity of some further complications.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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1
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2016
24
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https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84830_8350abf59c869f19057b435708608ad0.pdf
Clinical efficacy of two manual toothbrushes on plaque and bleeding indices
Sasan
Salahi
Assistant Professor, Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center AND Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Fereshteh
Moosaali
Assistant Professor, Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center AND Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Mohammad
Moradian-Mohammadieh
General Dentist, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: The mechanical removal of plaque by tooth brushing is the most effective way for prevention of caries and periodontal diseases. Some studies indicate that the design and shape of toothbrush could be the effective for this point. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of a Classic toothbrush with a Superbrush toothbrush in controlling plaque and gingival bleeding over a 2-week period of brushing.METHODS: This study was a crossover clinical trial, involving 30 healthy individuals who were dental students of both sexes, randomly divided equally into two groups with simple method: group A (Classic Toothbrush; Soft, Tepe, Sweden) and group B (Superbrush Toothbrush; Soft, Dentaco AS, Haukeland, Norway). After taking an informed consent, the baseline O’Leary plaque index (PI) and bleeding point index (BPI) was recorded, and the subjects were given common toothpaste (Crest). A prophylaxis was performed to achieve the PI of zero and then the demonstration of Bass technique was given to each subject. Each group started the experiment with a different type of toothbrush for 1 week which followed by 1 week of wash-out. After that, each group switched to the next type of toothbrush for 1 week. All subjects had to refrain from other oral hygiene procedures for the duration of the study. The results were analyzed statistically by independent t-test and paired t-test. A statistical significance was set at the 95% confidence level (P < 0.050).RESULTS: Superbrush showed a significant reduction of both PI (P = 0.050, P < 0.050) and BPI (P = 0.001) at 7 and 14th days with respect to the baseline. The analysis revealed that the Superbrush was significantly a more effective in removing plaque as compared to the Classic toothbrush (P < 0.010), while according to the BPI, there were no statistically significant differences between the two brushes (P = 0.185, P > 0.050).CONCLUSION: The results showed the efficacy of Superbrush toothbrush in a significant reduction of PI and BPI, so it can be suggested to patients as an alternative to the Classic toothbrush.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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2016
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https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84831_8481f7d0d352b6f393a7c2455270ef1e.pdf
Is there association between severe early childhood caries and weight at 25-28 weeks of fetal life? A longitudinal pilot study
Hamidreza
Poureslami
Professor, Kerman Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center AND Department of Pedodontics, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Ahmad
Enhesari
Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Zahra
Salari
Assistant Professor, Department of Pedodontics, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Hamid
Sharifi
Associate Professor, Research Center for Modeling in Health, Institute for Futures Studies in Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Parnian
Poureslami
Student of Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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2016
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: Sever early dental caries in childhood is one of the health problems. This study was performed to determine the association between weight at 25 and 28 weeks of fetal life and severe early childhood caries (S-ECC) at 1.5-2 years of age among some of children in Kerman, Iran.METHODS: In this longitudinal study, 100 pregnant mothers and their newborns examined via sonography for fetus weight and clinically for dental caries, using International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) criteria. Variables, including fetus weight and presence or absence of signs of S-ECC, were recorded in a checklist. Data were analyzed using t-test.RESULTS: The mean fetal weight of 10 children with signs of S-ECC at 25-28 weeks of fetal life was 752.4 g. However, this mean was 898.05 g for 35 children, who did not have any signs of S-ECC. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant.CONCLUSION: It appears there is an association between the rate of changes in fetal weight at 25-28 weeks of gestational age and occurrence S-ECC. Due to the fetal weight can be effective on thickness as and hardness of enamel developed on deciduous maxillary incisors, therefore, the fetal weight can be associate to the occurrence of S-ECC in these teeth after birth.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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2016
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https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84832_531f6e49f02f3f585c233fc5ea6b357d.pdf
Correction of severe tooth rotation by using two different orthodontic appliances: Report of two cases
Fatemeh
Jahanimoghadam
Assistant Professor, Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center AND Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Shahla
Momenidanayee
Professor, Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Marziyeh
Karimiafshar
Assistant Professor, Endodontology Research Center AND Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: Severe rotation of tooth is one of the most common problems in orthodontics and considered as a developmental phenomenon. These rotations can cause cosmetic problems, gingival recession, and traumatic occlusion. By using removable appliances, severe rotations can be treated. Furthermore, gingival damage, tooth attrition, and transposition of other teeth could be prevented. Early treatment of these rotated teeth could improve dental aesthetic affecting on child’s behavior and enhanced self-confidence. This case report presents two treated cases using the removable appliance in severe tooth rotations.CASE REPORT: Case 1: The severe rotation of right upper central incisor in a 9-year-old girl is corrected with removable orthodontic appliance and whip spring. Case 2: The severe rotation of left lower lateral incisor in an 8-year-old girl is corrected with a force couple and elastic anchored on the removable orthodontic appliance.CONCLUSION: In this paper, it was revealed that to correction the problem, in the first case a removable appliance with a whip spring was used and in the second case, a removable appliance in combination with bracket and elastic was efficient to prevent from a complicated orthodontic treatment in the future.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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2016
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https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84833_c30fcf1932c9e27e9e56944c32c15415.pdf
Correction of sever rotation of central maxillary incisor with fixed-removable appliance in the mixed dentition stage: A case report
Mehrad
Afzali
Assistant Professor, Department of Orthodontic, School of Dentistry, Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, Bandar Abbas, Iran
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Samaneh
Nakhaei
Assistant Professor, Department of Orthodontic, School of Dentistry, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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Raha
Habib-Agahi
PhD Student, Oral and Dental Disease Research Center AND Kerman Social Determinants on Oral Health Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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2016
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BACKGROUND AND AIM: The aim of this case report is to present an approach used to correct severe rotation of anterior maxillary teeth in a pre-adolescent boy.CASE REPORT: The patient was an 8-year-old boy in the mixed dentition stage and severe rotation of upper right central incisor. Whip appliance was consisted of a removable plate, a cantilever spring and a bonded molar tube on rotated tooth. After initial alignment and overcorrection of rotation during 6 months, circumferential supracrestal fiberotomy was performed. About 1 week after surgery, the device was removed and the retention period initiated.CONCLUSION: He semi-fixed-removable appliance can be very effective for correcting severe rotation of anterior teeth.
Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2322-1372
5
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1
no.
2016
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https://johoe.kmu.ac.ir/article_84834_373aa5cc2b7243991cc80d5ed5c1f4b1.pdf