Prevalence of peri-implant mucositis

ABSTRACT Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of peri-implant mucositis, as well as hygiene care around implants and the correlation between keratinized gingiva and probing depth around implants. Methods: The study consisted of 107 dental implants of 24 patients treated at Faculdade São Leopoldo Mandic who were evaluated for the presence of bleeding, presence of keratinized gingiva and implant placement time. Moreover, demographic data and oral hygiene methods used in the area of implants were obtained. Results: The prevalence of mucositis in this population was 81.31% of the implants. The average percentage of bleeding score was 29.91%. Of the 107 implants, 52.34% had keratinized tissue. Regarding the use of interproximal tooth cleaning, 43% of patients used dental floss, 26.71% used interdental brush and 20.56% used single brush. It was observed only a weak negative correlation between marginal bleeding and presence of keratinized tissue (p <0.001, r = -0.27). Conclusion: It can be observed a high prevalence of mucositis around the implants, which highlights the need for professionals' greater awareness about oral hygiene guidance and health promotion encouragement in patients receiving dental implant rehabilitation, as well as more studies to investigate the real role of keratinized tissue around implants.

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Level of Oral Hygiene Practices and its Association with Socio-Demographyic Characters Among Middle School Students in Low Income Countries

10.21203/rs.3.rs-627216/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Tecleab Okubai Gebregiorgis ◽

Alhassen Saleh Humed ◽

Beraki Mael Tekle ◽

Bereket Tesfamichael Ghebremedhin ◽

Letebrhan Habtemariam Haile

Keyword(s):

Middle School ◽

Middle School Students ◽

School Children ◽

Low Income ◽

Oral Hygiene ◽

Low Income Countries ◽

School Type ◽

School Students ◽

Dental Floss ◽

Tooth Cleaning

Abstract Background: The practice of keeping the mouth clean to prevent common oral health diseases is necessary, especially in children who live in developing countries. Thisstudyaims to assess middle school students’ oral hygiene practice (OHP)Status and its association with socio-demographic factors among children in low- income countries in Asmara, Eritrea.Methods: Descriptivecross-sectionalstudy wasconducted to determine the status ofOHPamongMiddle school studentsage of 12-15years. Data was collected from all participants (N=572) through face -to- face interview using a pretested and semi structured questionnaire. Pearson’s chi-square test and multiple binary logistic regressions were usedto analyze the whole data.Results: Overall, majority (70%) of middle school children were having poor OHP.From the total respondents, only 201 (35.2%) of the middleschool children cleaned their teeth two times or more a day,16(3.1%) used dental floss for dental cleaning and 314(54.9%) brushed their teeth after meals.The most utilized oral hygiene tools were toothbrush 554.8(97%), chewstick411.3(71.9%), and toothpick 192 (33.6%).Most of the participants 554(97.4%) used toothpaste during tooth cleaning, but 509 (89%) of the children were unaware about the presence of fluoride in their toothpaste.From the children, 196 (34.4%) changed their brush every three months,and only 72 (12.6%) applied circular strokes while brushing their tooth. The most frequently consumed sugar foods and drinks were bread and biscuits, sugar containing chewing gum and tea cited as 536(93.7%), 256(54.8%) and 486(85%) of the respondents respectively.Around half (52%) of the respondents didn’t cleaning their tongue at all. Only 112 (19.5%) visited a dentist during the past twelve months. OHP score was significantly different for gender and school type (P<0.05).Females children were having better OHP than males AOR=0.636 (0.441 – 0.918, P=0.012).Moreover, Arbate Asmara was less likely to have poor OHP than Bana AOR=0.426 (0.197 – 0.92, P=0.030).Conclusions: This study found that,majority of the children was having poor OHP. Sex and school ofmiddle school children in low income countries had a significantcorrelation with OHP. The results of this study indicatetheneed of a Comprehensive oral hygiene practiceeducation for the children and their parents to achieve good oral hygiene in the middle school.

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A Comparative Evaluation of Self-Reported Oral Hygiene Practices Among Medical and Engineering University Students with Access to Health-promotive Dental Care

The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice ◽

10.5005/jcdp-8-1-68 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 68-75 ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

Dolar Doshi ◽

Pavan Baldava ◽

Nagaraj Anup ◽

Peter S. Sequeira

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Dental Care ◽

Oral Hygiene ◽

Comparative Evaluation ◽

Equal Opportunity ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Easy Access ◽

Dental Floss ◽

Hygiene Practices ◽

Access To Health

Abstract Aim This study was conducted to test the null hypothesis that no difference exists in the oral hygiene knowledge and practices of university students in different courses when they have equal opportunity to access health-promotive dental care. Methods and Materials The study was conducted using 120 students each from the medical and engineering colleges at the University of Manipal Academy of Higher Education who had easy access to the dental college within the campus which provides health-promotive dental care to all its patients. A self-administered structured questionnaire consisting of questions on demographic data, oral hygiene knowledge and practices, and dental service utilization patterns was distributed among the students. The data collected was analyzed using SPSS 10 version. Results Statistically significant differences were found between the two groups with respect to the knowledge of fluoridated toothpastes, frequency of toothbrush renewal, use of dental floss, and a tongue cleaner (p<0.001). The groups were similar in all other practices including the utilization of dental services. There were no significant differences between the self-reported oral hygiene knowledge and practices among medical and engineering university students, but the knowledge levels of the students were considerably lower than expected. Citation Doshi D, Baldava P, Anup N, Sequiera PS. A Comparative Evaluation of Self-Reported Oral Hygiene Practices Among Medical and Engineering University Students with Access to Health-promotive Dental Care. J Contemp Dent Pract 2007 January;(8)1:068-075.

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Eficacia de un programa de higiene oral individualizado con refuerzo a través de redes sociales en jóvenes universitarios con diagnóstico de gingivitis / Efficacy of an Individualized Prevention Program Including Social Media Support on University...

Universitas Odontologica ◽

10.11144/javeriana.uo36-76.epho ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 36 (76) ◽

Author(s):

Carlos Alberto Serrano Méndez ◽

Karen Andrea Avendaño Calderón ◽

Paula Andrea Moreno Caro

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Oral Hygiene ◽

Wilcoxon Test ◽

Health Study ◽

Slight Reduction ◽

Redes Sociales ◽

Bleeding On Probing ◽

Dental Floss ◽

Probing Depth ◽

Use Of Social Media

ABSTRACT. Background: Several epidemiology reports have shown high prevalence of gingivitis among adolescents and young individuals in Colombia. The Third Colombian Oral Health Study described how approximately 70 % of individuals 15-24 years had gingival bleeding. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of an individualized oral hygiene program that uses social media to treat gingivitis on young university students from Bogotá, Colombia. Methods: Thirty-eight students with gingivitis participated in a program that included: Individualized oral hygiene instruction, professional removal of plaque and calculus and, recall and support on oral hygiene through the use of social media. Evaluated clinical parameters included: plaque accumulation, bleeding on probing, probing depth and clinical attachment levels, these measured at baseline and at a follow-up examination four weeks later. Wilcoxon test was used. Results: Plaque accumulation was significantly reduced from 72.6 % to 29.6 %, similarly bleeding on probing was reduced, from 36.7 % to 13.8%, a slight reduction in probing depth and gain in attachment level was observed. Subjects reported an increased frequency for toothbrushing and use of dental floss. Conclusion: The program showed efficacy in the treatment of gingivitis, subjects were highly positive to the use of social media.

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Assessment of oral hygiene behaviors and periodontal status among dental patients, in Turkey: A pilot study.

International Dental Research ◽

10.5577/intdentres.2018.vol8.no2.3 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 63-69

Author(s):

Eylem Coşkun ◽

Füsun Kıymet Ünlü

Keyword(s):

Oral Hygiene ◽

Periodontal Diseases ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Study Group ◽

Clinical Attachment Loss ◽

Bleeding On Probing ◽

Dental Floss ◽

Periodontal Status ◽

Dental Patients ◽

Oral Hygiene Habits

Aim:Mechanical plaque control plays a substantial role in preventing periodontal diseases. The aim of this study was to determine the self-reported oral hygiene habits and periodontal status of dental patients in Turkey and to evaluate whether the data was consistent with the current periodontal status of the participants. Methodology: The study group consisted of 104 patients in consultation with a faculty of dentistry in Turkey. Clinical measurements included probing depth (PD), clinical attachment level (CAL), plaque index and bleeding on probing. A survey was conducted in order to learn participants’ oral hygiene habits and demographic data. Three groups of 0–3 mm, 4–6 mm, and ≥ 7 mm were assigned to all patients for PD and CAL values. Results: A total of 33.6% of the participants brushed their teeth two or more times per day, and 33.7% brushed one time daily. The percentage of dental floss use was 11.5% and interproximal brushing was 7.7%. The percentage of the areas with 0–3 mm PD were 89.78%, and areas with 0–3 mm CAL were 86.61%. Areas with ≥ 7 mm PD and CAL were found to be very low (PD: 3.85%, CAL: 3.60%). The extent of dental plaque was 62.80% and bleeding on probing was 38.13% of the overall study population. Conclusion: It is possible to say that oral care is insufficient in our study group. Also, poor oral hygiene and smoking are closely related to moderate and severe clinical attachment loss for the participants. Consequently, it is clear that more extensive researches need to be done across the country.

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EFFECT OF SMOKING ON THE PERIODONTAL MICROSURGERY TECHNIQUE ON THE TREATMENT OF GINGIVAL RECESSION

Brazilian Journal of Medicine and Human Health ◽

10.17267/2317-3386bjmhh.v2i1.356 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Renata De Araújo Barbosa ◽

Mônica Dourado ◽

Maria Cecília Azoubel ◽

Roberta Santos Tunes ◽

Érica Del Peloso Ribeiro ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Connective Tissue ◽

Gingival Recession ◽

Root Coverage ◽

Average Percentage ◽

Connective Tissue Graft ◽

Tissue Graft ◽

Keratinized Tissue ◽

Probing Depth ◽

Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft ◽

Attachment Level

This paper aims to evaluate the effects of smoking on periodontal microsurgery technique using the subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG) for treatment of gingival recession on smokers. 14 patients nonsmokers and 12 smokers were selected, presenting Miller’s Class I and II gingival recession ≥ 2.0 mm. For both groups, the subepithelial connective tissue graft was used with the aid of a surgical microscope. The clinical parameters of width and height of the gingival recession, height and thickness of keratinized tissue, probing depth and clinical attachment level were evaluated before and six months after surgery. At the end of the study, there were obtained an average percentage of 96.66% of root coverage on nonsmokers and 82.49% on smokers (p=0.03). Complete root coverage was observed in 78,57% and 50% of patients, respectively. Therapy can benefit both groups, but smokers have less favorable outcomes to root coverage with periodontal microsurgery using the SCTG.

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Oral hygiene status of primary school children

International Journal of Dentistry Research ◽

10.31254/dentistry.2019.4304 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 4 (3) ◽

pp. 104-107

Author(s):

OO Osadolor ◽

◽

CE Iwuoha ◽

Keyword(s):

Primary School ◽

School Children ◽

Oral Hygiene ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Primary School Children ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Female Ratio ◽

Tooth Cleaning ◽

Hygiene Education ◽

Public Primary School

Background: The purpose of using tooth cleaning aids like chewing stick, toothbrush with locally made powder or fluoride containing toothpaste, is to attain good oral hygiene compatible with good oral health. Aim: To determine the oral hygiene status of public primary school children in a rural community in South-east Nigeria. Methodology: A cross sectional descriptive study of primary school children was done in a public primary school in Nkanu -West local Government Area of Enugu State. Ethical clearance for this study was sought and obtained, all participants who gave their assent were recruited. Socio-demographic data was obtained using interviewer -administered questionnaire. Oral hygiene status was determined using simplified oral hygiene index (OHI-S). After data collection, oral hygiene education and tooth brushing demonstrations were done. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 20. P values < 0.05 were accepted as being statistically significant. Results: 57(46.3%) males, 66(53.7%) females were seen and examined, giving a male to female ratio of about 1:1.2. The age range of the participants was 8 to 14 years with a mean age of 10.2 ± 1.4 years. The mean OHI-S score was 1.5 ± 0.4. 80 (65.0%) had fair oral hygiene, 41(33.3%) had good oral hygiene while 2(1.7%) had poor oral hygiene status. Majority of the school children brush their teeth once daily, using the horizontal scrub technique. Conclusion: In this study, most of the school children had fair oral hygiene status. Good oral hygiene status was seen more among 9-10 year old children, while fair oral hygiene status was seen more among 10-11 year children. The association between oral hygiene status with age or gender was not statistically significant.

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Perception and Knowledge of Patients from Different Regions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia towards Oral Hygiene and Oral Hygiene Aids

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9050592 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (5) ◽

pp. 592

Author(s):

Shamoukh Alshahrani ◽

Abrar Alshuaibi ◽

Malak Alkhaldi ◽

Pradeep Koppolu

Keyword(s):

Saudi Arabia ◽

Oral Hygiene ◽

Educational Program ◽

Response Rate ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Dental Floss ◽

Survey Response Rate ◽

Structured Questionnaire

Aim: The present study aims to evaluate the perception and awareness of interdental aids in different regions of Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted, in order to evaluate the perception and knowledge of patients towards oral hygiene products among the population of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In total, 812 out of 1124 participants responded and completed the survey (response rate 72.2%). The data were collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire in English and Arabic. All statistical analyses were carried out using the SPSS 20 software. p < 0.05 was used to indicate statistical significance. Results: A total of 812 participants responded, of which 486 participants (60%) declared using a toothpaste and toothbrush for cleaning their teeth. The cohort consisted of 274 (34%) females who brushed twice daily, while 96 (33%) males brushed their teeth once a day and 18% of the participants did not even brush once a day. The results indicated that 332 (64%) female participants and 174 (60%) male participants had perception and knowledge of the use of dental floss or any other device to clean between their teeth, while 174 (48.50%) male participants and 174 (49.10%) female participants cleaned their tongue with the same brush, rather than using a tongue scrubber or any other aids. Conclusion: The total awareness of interdental aids in Saudi Arabia is unsatisfactory, as demonstrated by the participants not being conscious or informed about the maintenance of their oral health. A majority of participants did not report adopting basic techniques, such as tongue brushing. This study reveals that no interdental aids were used by 16% of the participants. Thus, it is crucial to develop an effective educational program which emphasizes oral healthcare in this population.

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Evaluation of clinical performance and survival rate of Straumann dental implants in Saudi Population based on cross-sectional study

Scientific Reports ◽

10.1038/s41598-021-89112-8 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Reham AL Jasser ◽

Mohammed AlSarhan ◽

Dalal Alotaibi ◽

Saleh Aloraini ◽

Pradeep Koppolu ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Oral Hygiene ◽

Strong Association ◽

Tissue Level ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Titanium Implants ◽

Risk Indicators ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Poor Oral Hygiene ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Keratinized Tissue

AbstractRisk indicators of peri-implantitis is still contradictory and somehow unclear in present literature therefore efforts should be done for better understanding of the exact etiology of peri-implant disease progression. The present study aimed to assess risk indicators associated with peri-implantitis by observing the changes in several periodontal parameters after implant placement. This cross-sectional study included 213 female and 271 male patients aged 26–87 years, who received 484 titanium implants (Straumann, Switzerland) at King Saud University’s Dental College, Saudi Arabia. Patients were called for dental visits. During these visits; full clinical and radiographic assessment of implants were done. The periodontal pocket depth (PPD) was greater around implants placed at grafted sites than non-grafted sites and around bone-level implants than tissue-level implants. The plaque index (PI) was associated with poor oral hygiene. There was a strong association between graft (yes/no) and bleeding on probing (BOP). Patients with good oral hygiene showed high radiographic bone stability. Keratinized tissue width < 2 mm was associated with a higher PPD, higher PI, higher BOP, more edematous gingiva, and more exposed implant threads on radiography. In patients receiving implants, poor oral hygiene status and inadequate keratinized tissue level can be proposed as risk indicators for developing periimplantitis due to strong association found between them and developments of peri-implantitis.

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Patterns of Periodontal Destruction among Smokeless Tobacco Users in a Central Indian Population

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9060744 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (6) ◽

pp. 744

Author(s):

Pradeep S. Anand ◽

Supriya Mishra ◽

Deepti Nagle ◽

Namitha P. Kamath ◽

Kavitha P. Kamath ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Smokeless Tobacco ◽

Tobacco Consumption ◽

Periodontal Health ◽

Clinical Attachment Loss ◽

Periodontal Tissues ◽

Probing Depth ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Periodontal Destruction ◽

Different Populations ◽

Oral Hygiene Habits

Background: Findings of studies testing the association between smokeless tobacco (SLT) use and periodontal health have shown varying results in different populations. Considering the high prevalence of SLT use in India, the present study was conducted to understand the pattern of periodontal destruction within different areas of the dentition among SLT users. Methods: Age, gender, oral hygiene habits, the frequency and duration of SLT consumption, the type of SLT product used, and the site of retention of the SLT product in the oral cavity were recorded among 90 SLT users. Probing depth (PD), recession (REC), and clinical attachment loss (CAL) at SLT-associated and non SLT-associated teeth of the mandibular arch were compared based on the site of retention of the SLT product, the type of product used, and the duration of the habit. Results: REC and CAL were significantly higher at the SLT-associated zones compared to non SLT-associated zones and at both interproximal and mid-buccal sites of SLT-associated teeth. Among individuals who had the habit for more than 5 years and also among those who had the habit for 5–10 years, PD, REC, and CAL were significantly higher at SLT-associated teeth than at non SLT-associated teeth. Significantly greater periodontal destruction was observed at SLT-associated teeth among khaini users and gutkha users. Conclusions: Smokeless tobacco consumption resulted in greater destruction of periodontal tissues. The severity of periodontal destruction at SLT-associated sites differed depending on the type of smokeless tobacco used, the site of retention of the SLT, and the duration of the habit.

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404 Sleep-Disordered Breathing In Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders With Associated Comorbidities And Adherence To Therapy

SLEEP ◽

10.1093/sleep/zsab072.403 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 44 (Supplement_2) ◽

pp. A160-A161

Author(s):

Darin Ryujin ◽

Krishna Sundar ◽

Allyson Gilles

Keyword(s):

Sleep Disordered Breathing ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Ethnic Origin ◽

Pacific Islanders ◽

Native Hawaiians ◽

University Of Utah ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Artery Disease ◽

Disordered Breathing

Abstract Introduction Sleep-disordered breathing in Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders (NHPIs), its relationship to type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM), chronic renal, and heart disease, is not well known. NHPIs comprise only 1.3% of Utah’s population, but have the highest rates of DM and deaths due to diabetic kidney disease in Utah. This study assessed the nature of sleep-disordered breathing, its association with demographic variables, and comorbidities, and adherence patterns to positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy. Methods University of Utah sleep clinics patient databases from 2014 were evaluated to identify NHPIs using first/last names. Electronic medical records were reviewed to confirm patient ethnic origin, demographic data, and comorbidities. The most recent PAP downloads were obtained. Results Of 106 NHPIs were identified, data available for 104 patients (71 males, 33 females) was analyzed. Mean age of males was 47 + 13 years and females 48±13 years. Prevalence rates of obesity were 13% (female 9%, male 15%) with BMI≥30, 33% (female 24%, male 23%) with BMI≥35, and 49% (female 58%, Male 23%) with BMI≥40). Majority of patients had severe OSA (61% males with AHI≥30; 39% females with ≥ 30), with overall mean AHI of 47±38. A high prevalence of comorbidities was noted: 61% hypertension (male 58%; female 67%), diabetes 54% (male 48%, female 67%), renal disease 20% (male 21%, female 18%), coronary artery disease 13% (male 14%, female 9%), and congestive heart failure 13% (male 15%, female 9%). Prevalence of lung disease was low 13% (male 9%, female 18%). Conclusion NHPIs evaluated for sleep-disordered breathing have high rates of obesity, severe OSA, and concerning comorbidities. PAP adherence in this group was poor compared to overall adherence for patients seen in University of Utah sleep clinics (~70%). Further research is required to assess the relationships between OSA, associated comorbidities, and disease outcomes. Addressing low rates of PAP adherence in this population may afford opportunities to improve health outcomes. Support (if any) n/a

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