Showing papers in "Journal of the American Dental Association in 1982"
TL;DR: Because infections and inflammatory reactions often increase the insulin requirements of previously stable patients who have diabetes, this study of periodontal infections in young patients with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus was undertaken.
Abstract: Because infections and inflammatory reactions often increase the insulin requirements of previously stable patients who have diabetes, this study of periodontal infections in young patients with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus was undertaken.
370 citations
TL;DR: Fourteen animal studies involving the implantation of beta-tricalcium phosphate ceramic in rats, dogs, and primates have shown the material to be effective in repairing many types of bony defects.
Abstract: The effective use of tricalcium phosphate ceramic as a resorbable bone implant is reviewed in both animals and humans.
263 citations
TL;DR: An evaluation is made of a new dense, nonresorbable form of hydroxylapatite for the augmentation of deficient alveolar ridges.
Abstract: An evaluation is made of a new dense, nonresorbable form of hydroxylapatite for the augmentation of deficient alveolar ridges. Surgical and prosthetic data are discussed.
183 citations
TL;DR: Although the hemodynamic responses to lidocaine plus epinephrine in these healthy young adults were small, the significant increase of systemic plasmaEpinephrine concentrations suggests that high-risk patients who receive this type of anesthesia should be monitored carefully.
Abstract: Effects of dental injection of local anesthetic on arterial plasma epinephrine concentrations and cardiovascular function were assessed. High-risk patients receiving local anesthetic with epinephrine should be monitored carefully.
148 citations
TL;DR: A most conservative restorative treatment involving the use of the acid-etch technique and composite resin systems to re-attach the fractured incisal edge of a maxillary central incisor in a 14-year-old boy has been described.
Abstract: The acid-etch technique, a microfilled composite resin, and a V-shaped, notched bevel were used to restore a fractured central incisor.
119 citations
TL;DR: Dentists frequently treat adults who experience mild to extreme anxiety about dental procedures, and new information about the causes and treatment of such anxiety has emerged.
Abstract: Dentists frequently treat adults who experience mild to extreme anxiety about dental procedures. New information about the causes and treatment of such anxiety has emerged.
93 citations
TL;DR: Understanding the changes in normal chewing patterns during growth may give insight into naturally occurring interrelationships and may be helpful in assessing the effects of malocclusion in children and adults.
Abstract: Understanding the changes in normal chewing patterns during growth may give insight into naturally occurring interrelationships and may be helpful in assessing the effects of malocclusion in children and adults.
86 citations
TL;DR: This study examines the relationship between the dentist's behaviors and the child’s responses and finds that young children often present serious problems to dentists trying to provide treatment.
Abstract: Young children often present serious problems to dentists trying to provide treatment. This study examines the relationship between the dentist’s behaviors and the child’s responses.
83 citations
83 citations
TL;DR: The historical development and folklore of smokeless tobacco since the time of Columbus is traced.
Abstract: Snuff dipping and tobacco chewing are known to adversely affect oral soft and hard tissues. This article traces the historical development and folklore of smokeless tobacco since the time of Columbus.
82 citations
TL;DR: This controlled clinical study evaluated retention and effectiveness of a self-curing sealant and that of an ultraviolet light-cured sealant at six years.
Abstract: Retention and effectiveness of a self-curing sealant were compared with those of an ultraviolet light-cured sealant. Results of this controlled clinical study were evaluated at six years.
TL;DR: In this article, a regime of four topical applications of 1.0% sodium fluoride plus daily rinses with an 0.05% sodium fluoride-0.2% chlorhexidine solution prevented radiation caries completely.
Abstract: A regime of four topical applications of 1.0% sodium fluoride-1.0% chlorhexidine digluconate plus daily rinses with an 0.05% sodium fluoride-0.2% chlorhexidine solution prevented radiation caries completely. It also resulted in remineralization of incipient existing lesions. Use of the chlorhexidine-fluoride rinses alone also stopped radiation caries but did not permit remineralization to occur. Use of four topical applications with a fluoride gel and daily rinses with an 0.05% sodium fluoride solution was not sufficient to prevent radiation caries. No chlorhexidine staining was observed. The patients' acceptance of and compliance with the program and the rinses was excellent.
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TL;DR: A road that winds down from Kpayerkolli toward the sea, and in the dry season it is a road of red dust as discussed by the authors, which will sift into your ears and eyes and cover your clothes.
Abstract: There is a road that winds down from Kpayerkolli toward the sea, and in the dry season it is a road of red dust. In West Africa, where the villages are small and scattered in the bush, Kpayerkolli is just one of many such villages, and if you do not go with someone who knows it you will never find it. If you walk there, you will be coated with dust; it will sift into your ears and eyes and cover your clothes. The road is always full of people, especially children, since there are so many of them. A road means freedom to walk, freedom from poisonous snakes, and from the rough jungle terrain. If you talk to the children on the road, they will shyly say they are glad to meet you, that they are well (even if they are not), and that they are going to school
TL;DR: The authors analyze the role of stress, anxiety, and depression in MPD syndrome and factors promoting the perpetuation of pain are described and related to the broader area of chronic pain behavior.
Abstract: In this article, the authors analyze the role of stress, anxiety, and depression in MPD syndrome. Factors promoting the perpetuation of pain are described and related to the broader area of chronic pain behavior.
TL;DR: It is attempted to indicate that within defined terms, oral lichen planus should be considered a pre-malignant lesion in which incidence of transformation approaches that of clinical oral leukoplakia, yet is clearly distinctive from that disease with regard to age and sex distribution.
Abstract: Although malignant transformation of oral lichen planus is a controversial subject, the data presented here indicate that such transformation may occur.
TL;DR: The computer comparison made it clear that in terms of occlusal arch form and individual tooth positions, even so-called identical twins are in fact not dentally identical.
Abstract: Bitemarks could be useful evidence in prosecuting crimes of passion. This study of identical twins seeks to determine whether bitemarks are indeed unique to the individual.
TL;DR: The results showed that the 11 men who wore the fluoride-releasing device on their maxillary first molars had significantly elevated levels of fluoride in their saliva and plaque compared with baseline levels, presumptive evidence that the intraoral fluoride- releasing device could exert a cariostatic effect in humans.
Abstract: A device designed to provide continuous topical fluoride therapy was evaluated in 11 adult males for one month; the devices released 0.5 mg of fluoride on the buccal surface of both maxillary first molars. Significant elevations in the level of fluoride were found in both whole saliva and plaque.
TL;DR: It is found that distal roots of mandibular molars and palatal roots of maxillary molars are best suited for post cavity preparation.
Abstract: Perforations and stripping of root structures can occur during cavity preparation for posts. This study attempts to discover the causes and solutions for such errors and accidents.
TL;DR: Reliable quantitating methods were used to evaluate the effects of four commercially available toothpastes on dentinal hypersensitivity.
Abstract: Reliable quantitating methods were used to evaluate the effects of four commercially available toothpastes on dentinal hypersensitivity.
TL;DR: Patients with renal failure have characteristic systemic and oral conditions that require special precautions during dental treatment, and drugs must be administered with caution and patients undergoing hemodialysis must receive special consideration.
Abstract: Patients with renal failure have characteristic systemic and oral conditions that require special precautions during dental treatment. Drugs must be administered with caution and patients undergoing hemodialysis must receive special consideration. Both hemodialysis and transplant patients must be protected against infection. This is achieved by early, aggressive, and thorough dental treatment. Use of antibiotics during dental treatment is essential in transplant patients and is often necessary in hemodialysis patients to protect them against bacteremia. Bacterial endocarditis is a concern in patients with renal failure and with heart disease and, in these patients, antibiotic prophylaxis is essential. Hepatitis is often present in patients with renal failure, and precautions should be taken against its spread. Before dental treatment of patients with renal failure is begun, the dentist should consult the patient's physician regarding specific precautions. A treatment plan should be constructed which best restores the patient's dentition and protects from potentially severe infection of dental origin.
TL;DR: The dentist who uses nitrous oxide sedation should be familiar with the characteristics of hypnotic behavior and the presence of a third person in the operatory during treatment can minimize the consequences of this phenomenon.
Abstract: The dentist who uses nitrous oxide sedation should be familiar with the characteristics of hypnotic behavior. A patient can enter the hypnotic state spontaneously and unintentionally, even more so under nitrous oxide, and can hallucinate sexual phenomena. Knowledge of hypnosis and the presence of a third person in the operatory during treatment can minimize the consequences of this phenomenon.
TL;DR: The frequency of herpetic whitlow is significantly higher among practicing dentists than among the control population (P less than .01), and the occurrence of herpes labialis in each of the two groups is taken as the reference point.
Abstract: Recurrent herpes simplex virus lesions of fingers, hand, or eyes are suspected to be encountered in health practitioners in greater frequency than in the general population. To determine whether an increased risk of disease contraction coincident to practicing dentistry exists and to determine the magnitude of risk, a survey of dentists practicing in the state of Michigan was conducted. An age and sex matched nondentist patient from each respondent's practice provided a control population. Frequency of herpes labialis and herpes infection of the eye were found be lower in dentists than in the control population. Conversely, herpetic whitlow was found to be more frequent in practicing dentists than in the control population. If the occurrence of herpes labialis in each of the two groups is taken as the reference point, the frequency of herpetic whitlow is significantly higher among practicing dentists than among the control population (P less than .01).
TL;DR: Results showed that both mouthrinse procedures effectively reduced the incidence of dental caries after 30 months.
Abstract: Two groups of children rinsed their mouths at school once a week with a 0.2% solution of neutral sodium fluoride or once a day with a 0.05% neutral sodium fluoride solution. After 30 months, results showed that both mouthrinse procedures effectively reduced the incidence of dental caries.
TL;DR: The results of the 1980 survey showed that a majority of white American family members adhered to a strict toothbrushing schedule, and the popular times of brushing were before bedtime, after breakfast, and on arising.
Abstract: Because dental disease is so prevalent among children and adults, a survey was done to ascertain the dental health practices of American families. A comparison is made with results of surveys done in 1966 and 1974.
TL;DR: Hand-borne occult blood from infected patients may contribute to the high incidence of hepatitis B within the dental profession and the routine use of surgical gloves is recommended.
Abstract: Hand-borne occult blood from infected patients may contribute to the high incidence of hepatitis B within the dental profession. The routine use of surgical gloves is recommended.