Prevalence of oral habits in a child population in Trinidad, West Indies
Conclusion The prevalence of both nutritive and non-nutritive oral habits in Trinidad are high and some associations were found with gender, ethnicity, social, dietary and familial factors. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - July 8, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
The relationship of mothers' coping strategies and health behavior with oral health care for children
Conclusions Mother's coping styles had different associations with self-health behavior and children's oral health care. We may be able to use behavioral modification strategies effectively according to whether a mother consults with dental professionals. Future intervention studies based on this research are expected. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - June 27, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Oral findings in patient with lethal hypophosphatasia treated with enzyme replacement therapy
We report here a 3-year-old female diagnosed with perinatal HPP who had received enzyme replacement therapy starting from 1 day after birth. Oral and radiographic examinations revealed deep periodontal pockets, severe mobility, and dentinogenesis imperfecta with root formation defects, especially in the mandibular primary second molars, while the tooth germs of permanent teeth except for the first molars were unclear. Dental manifestations of lethal HPP following treatment with enzyme replacement therapy were markedly different from those of mild HPP. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - May 13, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effectiveness of a mouth rinsing function test for evaluating the oral function of children
Conclusions MRFT is effective for evaluating the oral function of children because the MRFT score increases with age. The MRFT score is related to eating behavior; hence, children with low MRFT scores should be supported appropriately. MRFT was not correlated with occlusal force or the thickness and length of the masseter muscle; therefore, it is necessary to examine the oral dexterity, using MRFT, when evaluating the oral function of children. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - May 6, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Unilateral open-bite caused by an impacted primary molar with ankylosis: A case report
Publication date: Available online 29 April 2017 Source:Pediatric Dental Journal Author(s): Issei Saitoh, Satoshi Fukumoto, Yoko Iwase, Haruaki Hayasaki, Youichi Yamasaki Management of the developing dentition and occlusion performs early and healthy oral optimization by diagnosing and treating their malocclusion and dysfunction in optimal period. We treated a posterior open-bite triggered by an impacted tooth with ankylosis. Her second primary molar was impacted with ankylosis of the buccal roots. She usually had her tongue thrust against her right posterior teeth. Timely and actively accelerated eruption of her se...
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - April 29, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Reconsidering the treatment plan for traumatized teeth – A case of lateral luxation with severe displacement
Conclusion We conclude that conservative treatment of a traumatized tooth can be effective even in cases of lateral luxation and severe displacement. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - April 14, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Oral manifestations of Japanese patients with osteogenesis imperfecta
Conclusions The main oral problem associated with osteogenesis imperfecta is dentinogenesis imperfecta. Treatment with bisphosphonates does not need to be interrupted when ectopically placed primary teeth are extracted to allow replacement by permanent successors. Periodic oral health management is recommended for patients with osteogenesis imperfecta, especially those with dentinogenesis imperfecta. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - April 2, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Prevalence of early childhood caries and its related risk factors in preschoolers: Result from a cross sectional study in Vietnam
Conclusions The data suggests that prevalence and severity of ECC in this group were very high. Gender, birth weight, habit of dental visits, age at start of brushing, brushing before bed, history of baby bottle, debris index were suggested as risk factors of ECC. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - March 31, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Maternal occlusal disharmony during pregnancy induces spatial memory deficits associated with the suppression of hippocampal neurogenesis in adult mouse offspring
Conclusion These findings suggest that maternal occlusal disharmony during pregnancy increases plasma corticosterone concentrations in the dam, which leads to learning deficits and suppression of hippocampal cell proliferation in the offspring. Occlusal disharmony in the dam may be a risk factor for cognitive impairment in the offspring. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - February 11, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Warmed acidulated phosphate fluoride enhances release of fluoride from human enamel surfaces, promoting lesion remineralization in vitro and in situ
Conclusion In conclusion, application of the warmed APF solution to the demineralized enamel lesion showed potential to increase the fluoride release and enhance the rate of remineralization than that at 25 °C. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - February 10, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Isolated bilateral macrodontia of the mandibular second premolars with familial multiple supernumerary teeth: A case report
Conclusion The macrodont affects the surrounding area because of its larger size by disturbing the dental alignment and development of adjacent teeth. A treatment strategy is discussed with reference to the reported cases. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - February 9, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Synergetic remineralization effectiveness of calcium, phosphate and fluoride based systems in primary teeth
Conclusion Calcium-phosphate and fluoride remineralizing systems possess added remineralization potency in comparison to artificial saliva. Clinpro™ varnish showed the greatest remineralizing action and the least softening by acid challenge. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - February 2, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Removal of smear layer by various root canal irrigations in primary teeth
Conclusion These results suggest that root canal irrigation with NaOCl using an ultrasonic effectively removed smear layer from the root canal in primary teeth. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - January 29, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effect of fluoride-releasing fissure sealants on enamel demineralization
Conclusion Fissure sealants that released a lot of fluoride and strontium ions showed decreased enamel demineralization. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - January 10, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
A case of congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis with sensitivity reactions to the electric pulp test
Conclusion If A-β nerve fibers respond positively to the electric pulp test, it could potentially be used to diagnose the pulp vitality of CIPA individuals. However, it is possible that this is an exceptional CIPA case that retained sensitivity to some stimuli. (Source: Pediatric Dental Journal)
Source: Pediatric Dental Journal - January 5, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
