Showing papers in "Vital in 2008"
TL;DR: This work aims to define evidence based medicine, identify sources of acid that may lead to tooth wear, and identify key points of good dietary advice.
Abstract: Define evidence based medicine. Identify the grades of the hierarchy of evidence. Identify some of the topics included in the toolkit for prevention. Identify advice that should be given to prevent caries in under 3 year olds. Identify advice that should be given to prevent caries from aged 7 and young adults. Identify key points of good dietary advice. Identify risk factors of periodontal disease. Identify sources of acid that may lead to tooth wear. Pass an assessment, scoring over 70%.
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TL;DR: Jack Mirza and Guy Robertson outline the origin of dental implants and how they are used today, with case studies and treatment protocols.
Abstract: Jack Mirza and Guy Robertson outline the origin of dental implants and how they are used today, with case studies and treatment protocols.
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TL;DR: In this article, Noble extols the virtues of professionally applied topical fluoride in the form of a varnish, and describes the benefits of applying topical fluoride to varnishes.
Abstract: James Noble extols the virtues of professionally applied topical fluoride in the form of a varnish.
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TL;DR: Dentist Katherine Wilson explains that it is the professional responsibility of all members of the dental team to adhere fully to recommended guidelines on providing conscious sedation to patients.
Abstract: Katherine Wilson explains that it is the professional responsibility of all members of the dental team to adhere fully to recommended guidelines on providing conscious sedation to patients.
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TL;DR: Dental technician Mark Oborn presents his views on management processes and principles in the extended dental team to help improve the quality of care and reduce costs.
Abstract: Dental technician Mark Oborn presents his views on management processes and principles in the extended dental team.
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TL;DR: Dr Richard Cure and Professor Robert Ireland discuss the benefits of including dental practice managers and receptionists in dental team training.
Abstract: Dr Richard Cure and Professor Robert Ireland discuss the benefits of including dental practice managers and receptionists in dental team training.
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TL;DR: Major Tim Fildes shares his experience of the patient safety initiatives used with great success among US dental teams.
Abstract: Major Tim Fildes shares his experience of the patient safety initiatives used with great success among US dental teams.
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TL;DR: How is your relationship with stress?
Abstract: How is your relationship with stress? Can you feel your blood pressure rising the minute you walk into work? Let Dean Hodgkin show you how to take some time out.
TL;DR: Annie Morgan looks at the cause and effects of dental caries and what role DCPs can play in advising and protecting their young patients.
Abstract: Annie Morgan looks at the cause and effects of dental caries and what role DCPs can play in advising and protecting their young patients.
TL;DR: Fiona Ord and Pauline Watt highlight the existing knowledge of a fatal disease and its possible association with dental treatment as well as the possibility of new treatments to treat it.
Abstract: Fiona Ord and Pauline Watt highlight the existing knowledge of a fatal disease and its possible association with dental treatment.
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TL;DR: Dental hygienist Alison Lowe explains the finer details of radiography use in dental practice as part of a course to improve dental hygiene.
Abstract: Dental hygienist Alison Lowe explains the finer details of radiography use in dental practice.
TL;DR: A study was carried out to test clinicians' knowledge and practice of data protection legislation and information management and found that practitioners had varying levels of understanding of the legislation and practice.
Abstract: Fiona Ryan, Monika Cedro, Sona Pabari, Lucy Davenport-Jones and Joseph Noar describe a study they carried out to test clinicians' knowledge and practice of data protection legislation and information management.
TL;DR: Some frequently asked questions on blood-borne viruses and also the management of a scenario in general dental practice are provided.
Abstract: Deborah E. A. Lockhart and Andrew J. Smith provide answers to some frequently asked questions on blood-borne viruses and also the management of a scenario in general dental practice.
TL;DR: Dentist Anne M. Milarvie reflects on dental nurse evolution, registration, and contribution to VDP training in general practice.
Abstract: Dentist Anne M. Milarvie reflects on dental nurse evolution, registration, and contribution to VDP training in general practice.
TL;DR: A local study of GDP opinion on DCPs and their current and future remits conducted bygiene and therapy student Sarah Brett found that the majority of people believe DCPs should be funded by the government.
Abstract: Hygiene and therapy student Sarah Brett conducted a local study of GDP opinion on DCPs and their current and future remits.
TL;DR: Christine MacLeavy addresses the tricky business of managing child patients in dental practice, and recommends some strategies for approaching them.
Abstract: Christine MacLeavy addresses the tricky business of managing child patients in dental practice, and recommends some strategies for approaching them.
TL;DR: Here, Anthony Ireland, Sarah Bain and Jonathan Sandy summarise orthodontics, discussing how patients are selected and when treatment should be carried out.
Abstract: Welcome to the ninth article in the Vital Guide Series. At the end of the article are some CPD questions
, which are designed to get you thinking about the article and to help you remember some of the key points. The answers to the questions in the summer issue can be found here
. Here, Anthony Ireland, Sarah Bain and Jonathan Sandy summarise orthodontics, discussing how patients are selected and when treatment should be carried out.
TL;DR: Wondering where to start when it comes to training in medical emergencies?
Abstract: Wondering where to start when it comes to training in medical emergencies? M. C. Balmer and L. P. Longman point you in the right direction.
TL;DR: An innovative outreach centre developed to provide training for the whole orthodontic team, including orthodentic nurses and orthodrontic therapists, is described.
Abstract: Dr Richard Cure and Professor Robert Ireland describe an innovative outreach centre developed to provide training for the whole orthodontic team, including orthodontic nurses and orthodontic therapists.