Survey of Drug Usage in Dental Practice, 1969 IV. Drug Products Administered at the Dental Office; Drug Products Dispensed to Patients for Home Use

1971 ◽  
Vol 82 (2) ◽  
pp. 400-403
Keyword(s):  
Dental Practice ◽  
Drug Usage ◽  
Drug Products ◽  
Dental Office

scholarly journals Influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on dental practice: why measures to be taken – the experience of an European University Hospital (part 2)

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 275-285
Author(s):  
Politis Constantinus ◽  
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Schuermans Annette ◽  
Lagrou Katrien ◽  
Putte Mia Vande ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Safety And Health ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Study Selection ◽  
European University

Background The COVID-19 pandemic does not leave the dental practice unattended. In Part 1 the reason why measures should be taken was explored. Objective The objective is to review the measures that can be taken to minimize the risk of tranmission in the dental practice. Data Sources These measures can be classified according to the guidelines of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Study Selection A qualitative approach explores the applicability of these guidelines to the dental practice. Data Extraction In order to prevent aerosol transmission in the dental practice a large number of changes are needed. It concerns hygiene protocols, organizational protocols and architectural changes, none of which are backed by a legal framework. Conclusion Until a vaccination program is introduced to counter the COVID-19 pandemic in a country, the dental society will need to take measures to prevent aerosol transmission in the dental office. The pyramid of measures according to NIOSH offers a suitable frame to classify all measures. Any legal regulatory intervention could use this framework.

An overview of occupational hazards in dental practice and preventive measures

2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-25
Author(s):  
Naveen Shamnur ◽  
D.S Poorya Naik ◽  
S Chetan ◽  
B.R Gopal Krishna.
Keyword(s):  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Occupational Hazards ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Tooth Preparation ◽  
Developing Area ◽  
Area X

Abstract The purpose of this article is to review the occupational hazards related to the practice of Dentistry. The classification of hazards is based on major sources of risk by system or tissue and by dental office area (dental chair, laboratory, sterilization area, x-ray developing area). Potentially hazardous factors relate to the general practice setting; to specific materials and tools that expose the operator to vision and hearing risks; to chemical substances with known allergenic, toxic, or irritating actions; to increased microbial counts and silica particles of the aerosols produced during tooth preparation, removal of restorations; to ergonomic considerations that might have an impact on the provider's musculoskeletal system; and to psychological stress with proven undesirable sequalae. The identification and elimination of these risk factors should be incorporated into a standard practice management program as an integral part of dental education. Professional organizations can also assist in informing practitioners of potential hazards and methods to deal with them. How to cite this article Poorya Naik DS, Chetan S, Gopal Krishna BR, Naveen S. An overview of occupational hazards in dental practice and preventive measures. CODS J Dent 2014;6;19-25

Attitude of Dental Students, Interns and Practicing Dentists Towards Tobacco Use Cessation

2011 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Varun Gupta ◽  
Anmol Mathur ◽  
Amit Tirth ◽  
TL Ravishankar ◽  
Pradeep S. Tangade
Keyword(s):  
Tobacco Use ◽  
Tobacco Cessation ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Scope Of Practice ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Tobacco Use Cessation ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Dental Setting

ABSTRACT Objective To compare dental students’, Interns’, and Practicing Dentist's attitude towards tobacco cessation promotion in dental setting. Methods The study was conducted on BDS 3rd year students, Interns and practicing dentists of Moradabad city. A 23-item written survey was administered to all the participants. Questions focused on dental students’, Interns’, and practicing dentist's attitude towards the dental professional's responsibilities and scope of practice in promotion of tobacco cessation. Results Response rate was more than 90 percent (199/220). Respondents were 52 percent males and 48 percent females. There were 47 percent dental students, 32 percent interns and 21 percent doctors. Eighty-four percent agreed that it is within the scope of dental practice to advise patients to quit using tobacco and 82 percent agreed that tobacco cessation counseling in the dental office could impact patient's quitting. Nearly one-fifth (18 percent) were slightly or not interested in receiving tobacco cessation training. Conclusion Attitudes of the participants appear to be positive regarding the dental professional's responsibility to educate patients about the risk of tobacco use. However, some have reservations about the extent to which tobacco cessation services fit within the scope of dental practice, the efficiency of such services and the patient receptiveness.

scholarly journals Safe dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 106-120
Author(s):  
Joo Ming Cheong
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Infection Control ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Health Concerns ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Technical Report ◽  
Dental Professionals

 Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has caused widespread public health concerns and many disruptions in our daily life. Dental professionals may encounter patients with COVID-19 infections in their practice. This technical report provides suggestions andrecommendations for implementing infection control in the dental office during COVID-19 pandemic.

Enhancing Telephone Communication in the Dental Office

1999 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-41
Author(s):  
Mark E. Jensen
Keyword(s):  
Dental Practice ◽  
Office Staff ◽  
Profound Impact ◽  
Telephone Communication ◽  
Communication Problems ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Voice Tone ◽  
Professional Image ◽  
First Contact ◽  
The Voice

Abstract Answering the telephone is an important first contact with the dental office. The voice tone, inflection and other non-verbal aspects of the person answering all have a profound impact on how the caller perceives the dental office. Suggestions are presented which are designed to avoid communication problems and to project a positive professional image to a caller. Audio clips are included to demonstrate variations in telephone technique to assist the reader in the development of a telephone answering protocol that reflects a desirable image for the office staff and for the dental practice.

Accessibility of information about oral health and dental care to pregnant women in Vilnius

2011 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-29
Author(s):  
Alina PŪRIENĖ ◽  
Rita GRYBIENĖ ◽  
Birutė BOND ◽  
Jūratė ŽEKONIENĖ ◽  
Vytautė PEČIULIENĖ ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Dental Care ◽  
Oral Care ◽  
Popular Literature ◽  
General Information ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Care Information ◽  
Source Of Information

Background. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the accessibility of information about oral health and dental care to pregnant women in Vilnius. Materials and methods. An anonymous questionnaire was distributed to 363 pregnant women in the city of Vilnius. The response rate was 79%. The respondents were divided into groups according to their education, marital status, occupation, the dental office they visit, the source of information used, knowledge about oral health influence on the fetus’ health, and complications during previous pregnancies. Results. The mean age of the respondents was 27.52 ± 0.62 years. Of them, 83.5% during their pregnancy visited a dental clinic on a regular basis; 60.63% of women were aware of the fact that oral health affected the condition of their fetus; 75% of pregnant women noted they would derive the information concerning oral health and dental care during pregnancy from popular literature rather than from medical professionals. Women attending private dental practice obtained more information from side sources than did patients of a public dental practice (81.9% and 63.8%, respectively; p < 0.014); 60.6% of respondents received information about oral health and dental care during pregnancy from their gynecologist; 25.7% of respondents noted that they had not received any information on oral or dental care during pregnancy. Conclusions. In general, information about dental care was available to all pregnant women that participated in the study. The information in respect of oral health and dental care obtained from dentists was not sufficient. The main source of information about oral care received by the women surveyed during pregnancy was a gynecologist and other sources such as journals, the internet, books, etc. Keywords: pregnancy, dental care, information sources, fetus’ health

scholarly journals Essentials of Airway Management, Oxygenation, and Ventilation: Part 1: Basic Equipment and Devices

2014 ◽  
Vol 61 (2) ◽  
pp. 78-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel E. Becker ◽  
Morton B. Rosenberg ◽  
James C. Phero
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Airway Management ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Crisis Resource Management ◽  
State Regulations ◽  
Dental Office ◽  
Advanced Airway ◽  
Dental Offices ◽  
Airway Devices ◽  
Basic Equipment

Abstract Offices and outpatient dental facilities must be properly equipped with devices for airway management, oxygenation, and ventilation. Optimizing patient safety using crisis resource management (CRM) involves the entire dental office team being familiar with airway rescue equipment. Basic equipment for oxygenation, ventilation, and airway management is mandated in the majority of US dental offices per state regulations. The immediate availability of this equipment is especially important during the administration of sedation and anesthesia as well as the treatment of medical urgencies/emergencies. This article reviews basic equipment and devices essential in any dental practice whether providing local anesthesia alone or in combination with procedural sedation. Part 2 of this series will address advanced airway devices, including supraglottic airways and armamentarium for tracheal intubation and invasive airway procedures.

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