scholarly journals Lasers: A Review With Their Applications in Oral Medicine

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 324-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Maninagat Luke ◽  
Simy Mathew ◽  
Maram Majed Altawash ◽  
Bayan Mohammed Madan
Keyword(s):  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Oral Surgery ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Minimally Invasive Procedures ◽  
Invasive Procedures ◽  
Oral Medicine ◽  
Laser Technology ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Treatment Procedures

Lasers in dentistry began to gain popularity in the 1990s. Lasers in dentistry are used as a treatment tool or as an adjunct tool. By using the laser in the field of dentistry, the main goal is to overcome the disadvantages, which are currently being experienced in conventional dental treatment procedures. Many specialties in dentistry including oral surgery, implants, oral medicine, periodontics, pediatrics, and operative use the current new laser technology. The ability of lasers to provide minimally invasive procedures with less discomfort to the patient has been useful in the patient delivery system in dental practice. This article describes in brief on the uses of lasers in oral mucosal lesions.

scholarly journals Perception and Attitude of Dental Students and Interns Regarding the Diagnosis and Management of Oral Mucosal Lesions and Salivary Glands Hypofunction

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 680-688
Author(s):  
Arwa M. Farag ◽  
Meshal Alharbi ◽  
Mazen Alamoudi ◽  
Ghassan Alturki
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Glands ◽  
Private Schools ◽  
Oral Surgery ◽  
Oral Candidiasis ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Oral Medicine ◽  
Government School ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Simplex Virus

Background: The perception and attitude of dental students/graduates regarding diagnosing/managing oral medicine cases are scarcely investigated. Objective: The aim of this investigation was to evaluate the level of confidence in diagnosing/managing cases of oral mucosal lesions and salivary glands hypofunction. Methods: A 29-items questionnaire descriptive survey was distributed among dental interns and sixth-year students in the city of Jeddah during March-April of 2020. Results: A total of 136 (81 interns and 55 sixth-year students) completed the questionnaire, of which 69.9% were from a government school, and 30.1% were from private schools. For oral mucosal lesions [i.e., aphthous/herpes simplex virus ulceration], the majority of government and private schools’ participants reported being confident in their ability to diagnose (88.4% and 87.8%, respectively) and provide treatment (63.2% and 56.1%, respectively). For oral candidiasis, the majority were confident in their ability to diagnose (government: 95.8%; private: 59.1%) and treat (government: 77.9%; private: 65.9%). The confidence in diagnosing lesions suspicious for dysplasia/premalignancy was high in 77.9% of government and 80.5% of private schools. Similar reporting was found regarding salivary hypofunctions (government: 93.7%; private: 90.2%). For the likeness to refer, the majority of participants were likely to refer to oral medicine, as the 1st choice, followed by oral surgery. Conclusion: Dental interns/sixth-year students seemed to have high levels of confidence in diagnosing/managing oral mucosal lesions and salivary hypofunctions. However, the partial participation and the subjectivity of reporting may have hindered capturing the full/precise picture.

scholarly journals World Workshop on Oral Medicine VII: Relative frequency of oral mucosal lesions in children, a scoping review

Oral Diseases ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (S1) ◽  
pp. 193-203
Author(s):  
Catherine H. L. Hong ◽  
David R. Dean ◽  
Katrusha Hull ◽  
Shi Jia Hu ◽  
Yu Fan Sim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Relative Frequency ◽  
Oral Medicine ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Mucosal Lesions

scholarly journals Evaluasi dan penatalaksanaan pasien medically-compromised di tempat praktek gigi Evaluation and management of medically compromised patient in dental practice

2011 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Evy Eida Vitria
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Procedure ◽  
Laboratory Findings ◽  
Accurate Evaluation ◽  
Treatment Procedures ◽  
Systemic Condition ◽  
Compromised Patients

As a dentist, before doing dental procedure, especially regarding surgical intervention, It is necessary to ascertainthe general health of the patient whether the condition is safe enough to do dental procedure. This requires anappropriate and accurate evaluation in determining the systemic condition of medically compromised patients,which focus on pathophysiology of the disease, signs and symptoms, laboratory findings, currently accepted medicaltherapies, as well as recommendations for specific dental treatment. So, the best possible treatment procedures canbe provided and complications can be avoided.

scholarly journals Dental Practitioners’ Opinions and Methods in the Management of Oral Mucosal Lesions and TMJ Disorders in Dakshina Kannada District: A Questionnaire Based Survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (7) ◽  
pp. 168-175
Author(s):  
Jayaprasad Anekar ◽  
Ivin Elsa John ◽  
Raj A C ◽  
Deepika Nappalli ◽  
Krishna S Kumar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Practice ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Oral Ulcers ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Awareness Programs ◽  
Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Topical Anaesthetics ◽  
Level Of Significance

INTRODUCTION: Oral mucosal lesions and temperomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are important areas of concern in the present dental practice due to their increasing prevalence. Timely management is important as it aids in maximal prognosis.AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to determine the awareness of dental practitioners in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, regarding various aspects of oral mucosal lesions and TMJ disorders. And also to know their interest in managing such disorders.MATERIALS AND METHODS: A self- administered questionnaire was constructed and given to dental practitioners, selected through multistage cluster random sampling method; from Dakshina Kannada district. Chi-square test was performed and the level of significance was set at p < 0.05.RESULTS: The majority of dental practitioners had a dental practice of duration five to ten years. Many of the respondents (72%) indicated that oral ulcers are the most common mucosal lesions and prescribed topical anaesthetics for these. The investigations suggested were blood investigations (24%) for various oral mucosal lesions and radiographs (20%) for TMJ disorders. Different pharmacological treatments provided by the majority of the respondents were topical anaesthetics and multi vitamin supplements. About 34% dental practitioners routinely refer the patients to specialty practitioners.CONCLUSION: The present study shows that there should be emphasis on workshops and various other awareness programs for general dental practitioners for better understanding of the subject and about the latest protocols regarding referral of the patients to specialists.

scholarly journals Characteristics of patients who perceive dental treatment as a cause of oral mucosal lesions

2019 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 468-474
Author(s):  
Hye-Min Ju ◽  
Yong-Woo Ahn ◽  
Sung-Hee Jeong ◽  
Hye-Mi Jeon ◽  
Kyung-Hee Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Mucosal Lesions

scholarly journals COVID-19: Prosthodontic Challenges and Opportunities in Dental Practice

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 113-116
Author(s):  
Dinesh Rokaya
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Infection Control ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Standards Of Care ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Dental Staff ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Treatment Procedures ◽  
Dental Assistants ◽  
Very High

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has spread globally. Dentists, dental specialists, dental assistants, dental staff, and patients are potentially at higher risk of COVID-19 infection during dental treatments. The prosthodontic dental treatment procedures may range from low to very high risk of COVID-19. This article presents necessary recommendations regarding the prosthodontic dental treatment procedures with standards of care and infection control.

scholarly journals THE IMPORTANT ROLE OF ORAL MEDICINE SPECIALIST IN MANAGEMENT OF STEVENS-JOHNSON SYNDROME PATIENT

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 165
Author(s):  
Nuri Fitriasari ◽  
Eko Rotary Nurtito ◽  
Nanan Nur’aeny ◽  
Indah Suasani Wahyuni
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Oral Mucosa ◽  
Electrolyte Imbalance ◽  
Stevens Johnson Syndrome ◽  
Oral Medicine ◽  
Johnson Syndrome ◽  
Mucosal Involvement ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Mucosal Lesions

ABSTRACTIntroduction: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is an acute hypersensitivity reaction that manifests on the skin, oral mucosa, ocular, gastrointestinal, genital and anal area. It is also potentially life-threatening in concern of dehydration and infection. Oral mucosal lesions due to SJS resulted in a significant decrease of patient’s quality of life. When the oral mucosa involved, the intake of nutrients and fluids is disrupted contributing to electrolyte imbalance that aggravates dehydration. Moreover, oral mucosal lesions have become an entry point for infection. Purpose: This case report describes the important role of oral medicine specialists in the management of oral mucosal lesions in SJS patient. Review: A 26-year-old female patient was referred from the Department of Dermatology and Venereology with a diagnosis of SJS et causa suspected paracetamol and/or amoxycillin. The complaints comprised of pain on the lips and oral cavity, difficulty in mouth opening, and pain when swallowing. The management for oral lesions included: history taking, external and intra oral examinations, dexamethasone mouthwash, nystatin oral suspension, and sodium chloride (NaCl) 0.9% solution. The patient showed improvement in oral mucosal lesions within 3 weeks of treatment that was provided by oral medicine specialist and medical team collaboration. Conclusion: Based on this case report, the role of oral medicine specialist is very important as part of the management team for SJS patient. Oral medicine specialist can reduce morbidity that results from oral mucosal involvement. Collaboration with oral medicine specialist since the beginning of treatment is the key to success in SJS management. Keywords: Oral medicine specialist, Oral mucosal lesion, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.

scholarly journals Inflammatory fibrous hyperplasia in pediatric dentistry due to deleterious habit: case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcelle Danelon ◽  
Nayara Gonçalves Emerenciano ◽  
Marjully Eduardo Rodrigues da Silva ◽  
Robson Frederico Cunha
Keyword(s):  
Breathing Pattern ◽  
Oral Surgery ◽  
Oral Pathology ◽  
Pediatric Dentistry ◽  
Open Bite ◽  
Mixed Dentition ◽  
Oral Habits ◽  
Nutritive Sucking ◽  
Oral Mucosal Lesions ◽  
Mucosal Lesions

This paper reports the clinical case of a pediatric dentistry patient, presenting a correlation between non-nutritive suction and inflammatory fibrous hyperplasia. A 10-year-old female patient attended the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic of the Araçatuba Dental School-Brazil (FOA/UNESP) with her mother, who reported a "little ball under the upper lip" of the daughter, observed three months before, with gradual increase. The clinical examination revealed poor positioning of tooth 21 and a fibrous hyperplasia at 2 cm from the upper region of the respective tooth. A presumptive diagnosis of inflammatory fibrous hyperplasia was established. The proposed treatment was lesion excision, fabrication of a Hawley appliance for repositioning of tooth 21 and counseling on the need to cease the deleterious digital sucking habit. We conclude that elimination of the traumatic agent is fundamental for therapeutic success, in addition to surgical removal.Descriptors: Hyperplasia; Fingersucking; Habits.ReferencesEspinoza-Zapata M, Loza-Hernández G, Mondragón-Ballesteros R. Prevalence of buccal mucosa lesions in pediatric patients. Preliminary report. Cir Cir. 2006; 74(3):153-57.Cawson R, Eveson J. Oral pathology and diagnosis: Color atlas with integrated text. Phipadelphia, USA: Saunders, 1995;1-128.Rodriguez AF, Sacsaquispe SJ. Hyperplasia Fibrosa Inflamatória y posibles factores asociados em adultos mayores. Rev Estomatol Heridiana.2005;15(2):139-44.American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Management considerations for pediatric oral surgery and oral pathology. Pediatr Dent 2018;40(6):373-82.Neville B, Damm DD, Allen C, Chi A. Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 4th ed. Elsevier; 2016.Góis EG, Ribeiro HC, Vale MP, Paiva SM, Serra-Negra JMC, Ramos-Jorge ML et al. Influence of nonnutritive sucking habits, breathing pattern and adenoid size on the development of malocclusion. Angle Orthod. 2008;78(4):647-54.Scarpelli BB, Berger SB, Punhagui MF, Oliveira CAZ, Ferelle A, Oltramari-Navarro PVP. Evaluation of a preventive educational program for malocclusions: 7-year study. Braz oral res. 2016;30(1):e119.Cavalvanti AL, Bezerra PKM, Moura C, Bezerra PM, Granville-Gracia AF. Relationship between malocclusion and deleterious oral habits in preschool children in Campina Grande, PB, Brazil. Stom Glass S. 2008;55:154-62.Montaldo L, Montaldo P, Cuccaro P, Caramico N, Minervini G. Effects of feeding on non-nutritive sucking habits and implications on occlusion in mixed dentition. Int J Paediatr Dent. 2011;21(1):68-73.Vasconcelos FMN, Massoni ACLT, Heimer MV, Ferreira AMB, Katz CRT, Rosenblatt A. Non-nutritive sucking habits, anterior open bite and associated factors in Brazilian children aged 30-59 months. Braz Dent J. 2011;22(2):140-45.Suhani RD, Suhani MF, Muntean A, Mesaros M, Badea ME. Deleterious oral habits in children with hearing impairment. Clujul Med. 2015;88(3):403-7.Bueno SB, Bittar TO, Vazquez FL, Meneghim MC, Pereira AC. Association of breastfeeding, pacifier use, breathing pattern and malocclusions in preschoolers. Dental Press J Orthod.2013;18(1):30e1-6.Gheno JN, Martins MAT, Munerato MC, Hugo FN, Sant'ana Filho M, Weissheimer C et al. Oral mucosal lesions and their association with sociodemographic, behavioral, and health status factors. Braz oral res. 2015;29(1):00289.Warren JJ, Bishara SE, Steinbock KL, Yonezu T, Nowak AJ. Effects of oral habit´s duration on dental characteristics in the primary dentition. J Am Dent Assoc. 2001;132(12):1685-93.Barros RMG, Campos KSM, Cabral LM. Relato de caso clínico de hiperplasia fibrosa inflamatória. Rev Odontol Araçatuba. 2014;35(2):15-18.Dutra KL, Longo L, Grando LJ, Riveiro ERC. Incidence of reactive hyperplastic lesions in the oral cavity: a 10 years’ retrospective study in Santa Catarina, Brazil. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2019; Braz j otorhinolaryngol. 2019;85(4):399-407.Palacios-Sánchez B, Cerero-Lapiedra R, Campo-Trapero J, Esparza-Gómez GC. Alteraciones gingivales no relacionadas con placa. RCOE. 2006;11(1):43-55.Coelho CM, Sousa YT, Daré AM. Denture-related oral mucosal lesions in a Brazilian school of dentistry. J Oral Rehabil. 2004;31(2):135-39.

scholarly journals Technology of Lasers and Their Applications in Oral Surgery: Literature Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 131-137 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theodoros Tachmatzidis ◽  
Nikolaos Dabarakis
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Clinical Application ◽  
Oral Surgery ◽  
Stimulated Emission ◽  
Oral Medicine ◽  
Laser Technology ◽  
Recent Advances ◽  
Light Amplification

SummaryThe word “Laser” is an acronym for “Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation”. Recent advances in laser technology have brought a kind of revolution in dentistry. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of clinical application of lasers in oral medicine and especially in oral surgery, including their advantages, disadvantages and safety.

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