pH changes in dental plaque after using sugar-free pediatric medicine

2001 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 307-312 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Mentes
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Free Solution ◽  
Pediatric Medicine ◽  
Ph Changes ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Significant Difference

The aim of this study was to compare the pH changes in the dental plaque after rinsing with sugared- (sucrose) or sugar-free (saccharine, cyclamate and sorbitol) versions of the same pediatric acetaminophen solution (ekosetol®) up to one hour. Twenty-nine undergraduate dental students (17 girls and 12 boys) collected plaque for 48 hours by abstaining from oral hygiene, during which period they maintained normal dietary habits. Plaque sampling was done in two subsequent days before and 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50 and 60 minutes after rinsing with both solutions. Measurements of pH were done within one hour using a micro pH electrode and a pH meter. All experiments were finished in 6 days by dividing the group to three. Results showed a significant difference between groups in respect to pH values and pH drops after rinsing. Mean pH values were below 5.70 for one hour in sugared solution, whereas no mean pH value was detected below 5.80 for one hour with the sugar-free solution. Minimum pH values (sugar-free: 5.62±0.36; sugared: 5.00±0.33, p<0.001) and maximum pH drops (sugar-free: -0.57±0.26; sugared: -1.16 ± 0.44, p<0.001) were also significantly different. No difference was found between genders. We concluded that changing of sucrose to non-acidogenic sweeteners was essential to prevent the cariogenic potential of the pediatric medicines.

scholarly journals Oral Hygiene Practice And Perceived Oral Malodour Among Dental And Medical Undergraduate Students Of Bahria University Medical And Dental College

2018 ◽  
Vol 08 (04) ◽  
pp. 221-225
Author(s):  
Beenish Fatima Alam ◽  
Hira Raza ◽  
Shizma junejo ◽  
Marium Azfar ◽  
Tuba Saleem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Undergraduate ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Medical Undergraduate Students

Objective: To determine the differences of self-perception of halitosis and oral hygiene practices among the medical and dental undergraduate students. Methodology: A cross-sectional study conducted over duration of 9 months amongst the medical and dental undergraduate students of Bahria University Medical and Dental College. The questionnaires were distributed to 298 students. Questionnaire employed for this study was adopted and modified from the study conducted by Khalid Almas et al. Descriptive statistics were checked by means of percentages and frequency for all variables. Chi-square test was applied to check significant difference among the responses given by the medical and dental undergraduate students. Results: The response rate for the survey was about 85%. 55% of dental and 17 % of medical students were able to smell their breath. About having examination by dentist about 73% of medical students agreed as compared to 53% of dental students. Both medical and dental students preferred having examination done by the dentist. For management of halitosis, dentist was preferred by 62% of the dental students, while 97% of the medical students did not agree. 62% of the dental students preferred using traditional medications, while 82% of the medical students preferred using self-medications for treatment. Conclusion: The results suggest that there is not a high level of agreement among dental and medical students concerning the detection and management of halitosis. Although large percent of the respondents claimed to be aware of dentistry, our findings revealed low level of knowledge and attitude to Dentistry by the medical undergraduate students. Efforts should be made towards closing this knowledge gap to attain effective oral health.

scholarly journals A Comparative Study of Groundwater between Geological Groups of Southern Benue Trough, Nigeria Using Modelling Approach

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Moses Oghenenyoreme Eyankware ◽  
Philip Njoku Obasi ◽  
Christoper Ogwah
Keyword(s):  
Ph Value ◽  
Total Hardness ◽  
Natural State ◽  
Benue Trough ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Groundwater Samples ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Host Rocks ◽  
Field Plots ◽  
Modelling Approach

Groundwater studies were carried out between two geological groups to evaluate factors that influences groundwater geochemistry. To achieve this, 30 groundwater samples were collected. Parameters such as pH, Electrical Conductivity (Ec), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Total Hardness (TH), and hydrochemical characteristics (Na2+, K+ , Ca2+, Mg2+, HCO3¯, NO3¯, Cl¯, CO23¯, and SO42¯) of groundwater were determined. Findings revealed that the pH value for Asu River Group ranges from 5.3 to 7.5, and that of Eze Aku Group ranges from 4.1 to 7.9. It was observed that areas around the mines had low pH values. Analyzed results that were obtained were interpreted using various hydrogeochemical models. Parson plots reflected that groundwater within the two geological groups fell within Ca˗Mg˗SO4 and Ca˗Mg˗Cl. Results from End˗member plots showed that 96% of groundwater samples analyzed were categorized under carbonate weathering, 4% fell silicate weathering. Gibbs plots revealed that interactions between groundwater and surrounding host rocks are mostly the main processes responsible for chemical characteristics of groundwater, Diamond field plots suggested that groundwater within the study were categorized to be high in Ca + Mg & SO4 + Cl, the plot of Ca2+/(HCO3¯+SO42¯) against Na+/Cl¯ revealed that groundwater was considered to be within the natural state for the two group. The plot of TDS against TH showed that groundwater is classified as soft freshwater. The study revealed there was no significant difference between factors that influence groundwater within the two geological.

scholarly journals Self-Reported Oral Health Attitudes and Behavior of Dental and Medical students, Yemen

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 143 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esam S. Halboub ◽  
Sadeq A. Al-Maweri ◽  
Aisha A. Al-Jamaei ◽  
Mohammed A. Al-wesabi ◽  
Anas Shamala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Health Attitudes ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

<p><strong>Objectives</strong><strong>:</strong> To assess self-reported oral health attitudes and behavior among undergraduate dental and medical students, and to analyze the variations in oral health attitudes based on gender, level of education, study discipline, academic average, and type of university.</p><p><strong>Methods</strong><strong>:</strong> A self-administered questionnaire based on the Hiroshima University-Dental Behavioural Inventory (HU-DBI) was distributed to 1269 undergraduate dental and medical students at two universities (one public and one private) in Sana’a, Yemen.</p><p><strong>Results:</strong> Overall, the mean questionnaire score for the total sample was markedly low (4.91±1.58), with no significant difference between dental and medical students (P&gt;0.05). Females had better oral health attitudes and behavior, especially towards visiting the dentist, tooth-brushing habits and oral hygiene practices (P&lt;0.05). Students attending the public university had better oral health attitudes and behaviors than those attending the private university (P=0.049). On the other hand, no significant associations were observed between students’ oral health attitudes/behavior and level of education and academic performance (P&gt;0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Yemeni dental and medical students have shown markedly poor oral health attitude and behavior. Further studies are required to reveal possible shortcoming in these schools’ education process. Dental and medical curricula should emphasize the importance of proper oral hygiene, and further participation of medical and dental students in oral hygiene seminars is highly encouraged.</p>

scholarly journals NILAI pH DAN DETEKSI Salmonella sp. DAGING SAPI DI PASAR TRADISIONAL DAN PASAR MODERN DI WILAYAH SURABAYA TIMUR

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-28
Author(s):  
Sheila Marty Yanestria ◽  
Asih Rahayu ◽  
Atina Atina
Keyword(s):  
Ph Value ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Biochemical Properties ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Meat Sample ◽  
Traditional Markets ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Meat Samples ◽  
Cooked Meat

The purpose of this study was to determine the pH value and detection of Salmonella sp beef in traditional markets and modern markets in East Surabaya. This type of observational research with descriptive analysis based on the range of normal pH values ​​of beef and the biochemical properties of Salmonella sp. The samples used consisted of the following: traditional markets with codes A, B, C, D, and E, and modern markets with codes 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Each sample taken from each market consisted of cooked meat. deep or tenderloin with 2 different pieces. Based on the results of the study showed that there was no significant difference in the pH value of beef from traditional markets and modern markets in East Surabaya (P <0.05) and there was 1 positive meat sample for Salmonella sp from traditional markets and 2 meat samples. Positive Salmonella sp which comes from the modern market.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Practices of Periodontal Health and Oral Hygiene among BDS Students

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suprim Malla ◽  
Reshma Shrestha ◽  
Bhageshwar Dhami ◽  
Sujaya Gupta ◽  
Satish Deo
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Hygiene Practices ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: Periodontal disease is an inflammatory oral disease that affects the soft and hard tissues supporting the teeth. Gingivitis, an early stage, when untreated leads to periodontitis that causes progressive tooth mobility leading towards tooth loss. Periodontitis is ubiquitous and commonly manifests in adult life. Early detection of oral diseases makes them more amenable to treatment and allows better chance of cure. BDS students are young adults who are going to be future oral health care provider. Their knowledge and oral hygiene practices may impact oral health status of a society. Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge of oral health and periodontal disease and correlate it with oral hygiene practices among BDS students not exposed to clinical practice. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out among 120 students of first, second and third year BDS at Kantipur Dental College. The students who were not exposed to clinical practice were invited to participate. The data was collected by self-administered structured questionnaire. There were total of 15 questions on knowledge and oral hygiene practice and scores were assigned to each question. Data analysis was done by SPSS 20 software program. Results: The mean knowledge score of the population was 6.58 ± 1.29 and mean practice score as 6.20 ± 1.73. The participants had good knowledge (55%) of oral health and periodontal diseases. However, only 22.5% of participants followed good oral hygiene practices. There was no significant difference of knowledge between males and females (p = 0.831) but a statistically significant difference was seen in the practice of oral hygiene (p = 0.006). Conclusion: Despite having good knowledge (55%) of oral and periodontal health, 77.5% of the BDS students did not follow good oral hygiene practices on a regular basis. Dental students must be encouraged to be good role models in practicing as well as promoting oral health. The authors would like to recommend incorporating some oral health and preventive dentistry topics in the non-clinical BDS curriculum.  

Periodontal Status and Oral Hygiene in Two Populations of Cleft Patients

2007 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-78 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdalena Stec ◽  
Joanna Szczepańska ◽  
Jacek Pypeć ◽  
Ursula Hirschfelder
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Cleft Lip ◽  
Cleft Lip And Palate ◽  
Gingival Recession ◽  
German Population ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Periodontal Status ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Key Factor

Objective: To evaluate and compare the oral hygiene and periodontal status in children with unilateral and bilateral cleft lip and palate treated in Łódź, Poland, and Erlangen, Germany. Design: Oral health was assessed by the presence of dental plaque, pocket depth, clinical attachment levels, and pathologic teeth mobility. Subjects and Methods: Thirty-seven Polish and 63 German patients participated in this study. Results: Poor oral hygiene was found in 57% of all subjects. In Erlangen, 60% of patients had optimal oral hygiene, compared to 19% in Łódź. The highest scores for dental plaque were noted in both groups in the cleft region. Healthy periodontium was significantly more frequent among German patients, whereas gingival bleeding was significantly more frequent among Polish patients. Pocket depths greater than 6 mm occurred only in German subjects. No statistically significant difference was observed between the amount of tooth areas with gingival recessions and the country of origin. Periodontal pockets deeper than 3.5 mm occurred more frequently during active orthodontic treatment. Conclusions: The oral hygiene regimens in Germany and Poland were not comparable, as more plaque was found in the Polish than in the German population. Plaque accumulation seems not to be a key factor in causing periodontal destruction in the cleft area. Factors other than oral hygiene should be considered of major importance in relation to the development of gingival recession on teeth in cleft areas.

scholarly journals Ph value of infant’s skin is higher on diaper area compared to nondiaper area

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadia Wirantari ◽  
Linda Astari ◽  
Iskandar Zulkarnain
Keyword(s):  
Barrier Function ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Skin Barrier ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Skin Barrier Function ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Skin Ph ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Difference

Prolonged use of diaper may alter skin barrier function due to exposure to irritants from feces and urine, concurrent mechanical friction and occlusion, thus render the skin prone to inflammation and infection. Measurement of skin pH value may be used to document skin barrier function, especially in tropical countries such as Indonesia, and to expose the difference between diapered and non-diapered skin. The purpose of this study is to compare the pH value between baby’s diapered and non-diapered skin. In this cross-sectional study, the skin pH of 43 healthy babies aged 6 to 12 months were measured using pH-meter on diaper and non-diaper area of the skin. pH values were documented and compared. The mean pH value of diaper area was 6,11 ± 0,72 g/m2/h (95% CI, 4,88 – 8,02) and non-diaper area was 5,91 ± 0,69 g/m2/h (95% CI, 4,53 – 7,69), with significant difference (p=0,005). pH values increased significantly on diaper area compared to nondiaper area, revealing impaired barrier function on diapered skin, despite no pathological skin changes.

scholarly journals Relationship of Body Mass Index with Diet, Physical Activities, and Lifestyles of Dental Students

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (10) ◽  
pp. 899-904 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kamran Habib Awan ◽  
Syed R Habib ◽  
Sakhar Alghofaily ◽  
Hussam Alshamrani ◽  
Abdullah Alhammad
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Physical Activities ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACT Introduction The objective of the study was to investigate the prevalence of overweight issues and obesity by recording the body mass index (BMI) and explore the dietary habits, physical activities (PAs), and lifestyles of male students at the College of Dentistry, King Saud University. Materials and methods A custom-designed self-administrative form and questionnaire were used in this study for data collection. The first part of the form was used to record the participants’ height and weight for the BMI. The participants were grouped as underweight (BMI < 18.5), normal weight (BMI = 18.5–24.9), overweight (BMI = 25–29.9), and obese (BMI > 30.0). The second part comprised questions related to the dietary habits, PAs, and lifestyles of the male dental students. Chi-squared test was used to generate the significance of each question at significance <0.05. Results A total of 211 male students (mean age 22.31 ± 2.10 years) participated in the study (response rate 78.1%). The findings revealed that 29 and 28% of the dental students were overweight and obese respectively. A statistically significant difference (p < 0.05) between the groups was found for the questions asked about time spent exercising per day (p = 0.003), time spent sporting per week (p = 0.003), and time spent watching television and internet surfing per day (p = 0.012). Conclusion The prevalence of overweight issues and obesity is high among the dental students compared with the general population of Saudi Arabia, and there is a need for intervention programs to combat obesity among the dental students. The awareness about PA, healthy diet/lifestyle, consequences of overweight and obesity on their health and profession must be increased among the dental students to avoid future complications. Clinical significance The impact of obesity on individuals’ oral health and its influence on dental treatment protocols and postoperative procedures has been well documented. Dental students are more prone to obesity due to their lifestyle with less PA and disordered eating habits and, thereby, are prone to obesity-related health hazards. How to cite this article Habib SR, Alghofaily S, Alshamrani H, Alhammad A, Awan KH. Relationship of Body Mass Index with Diet, Physical Activities, and Lifestyles of Dental Students. J Contemp Dent Pract 2017;18(10):899-904.

scholarly journals Efektivitas mengonsumsi keju Brie terhadap kenaikan pH salivaEffectiveness of consuming Brie cheese on increasing salivary pH

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 13
Author(s):  
Celia Lazarus ◽  
Henry Yonatan Mandalas ◽  
Winny Suwindere
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Group ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Tooth Enamel ◽  
Test Strip ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Average Difference ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Ph Values ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Salivary Ph

Pendahuluan: Derajat keasaman (pH) saliva merupakan faktor kunci utama keseimbangan demineralisasi dan remineralisasi gigi. Demineralisasi email terjadi pada keadaan pH <5,5 dan terjadi dalam waktu beberapa menit setelah asupan sukrosa. Saliva memiliki peran signifikan dalam proses meningkatkan pH rongga mulut sehubungan dengan kemampuan buffering, yaitu kandungan bikarbonat yang dapat menetralkan pH sehingga mencegah enamel gigi dari demineralisasi. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengukur atau menilai peranan keju Brie dalam menaikan pH saliva. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan eksperimental semu bersifat komparatif. Jumlah subjek penelitian adalah 32 orang yang dibagi menjadi kelompok perlakuan, yaitu mengonsumsi keju Brie dan kelompok kontrol, yaitu tidak mengonsumsi keju Brie. Subjek penelitian diukur nilai pH saliva awal dan akhir menggunakan pH test strip. Hasil: Rerata selisih nilai pH awal dan akhir pada kelompok perlakuan adalah sebesar 0,48 dan pada kelompok kontrol adalah sebesar -0,29. Rerata selisih pH saliva pada kelompok perlakuan, yaitu mengonsumsi keju Brie, lebih besar dibandingkan dengan kelompok kontrol, dengan perbedaan yang signifikan (p<0,05). Simpulan: Mengonsumsi keju Brie efektif dalam meningkatkan pH saliva.Kata kunci: Efektivitas, keju Brie, pH saliva ABSTRACTIntroduction: Salivary acidity degree (pH) is the main key factor in the balance of tooth demineralisation and remineralisation. Enamel demineralisation occurs at the pH < 5.5 and occurs within minutes after sucrose intake. Saliva has a significant role in the process of pH increase in the oral cavity due to the buffering ability, which is the bicarbonate content which able to neutralise the pH value to prevent tooth enamel demineralisation. The purpose of this study was to measure or assess the effect of Brie cheese consumption in raising the salivary pH. Methods: This study is a quasi-experimental comparative. The number of research subjects was 32 people who were divided into treatment groups which consumed Brie cheese, and the control group which did not consume Brie cheese. Each research subject was measured the initial and final salivary pH values using a pH test strip. Results: The average difference in the initial and final pH values of the treatment group was 0.48, and in the control group was -0.29. The average difference of the salivary pH in the treatment group, which was consuming Brie cheese, was higher than the control group, with a significant difference (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Consuming Brie cheese is effective in increasing the salivary pH.Keywords: Effectiveness, Brie cheese, salivary pH

scholarly journals A Comparison of Oral Health Status in Active-, Occasional- and Non- Smoker Patients Versus Students

2013 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-7
Author(s):  
Csilla Benedek (Bukhari) ◽  
Mónika Kovács ◽  
M Pop ◽  
Anita Balog
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Clinical Examination ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Treatment Need ◽  
Active Smoker

Abstract Objective The aim of this case-control study was to assess the smoker and non-smoker patients’ oral health status versus students. Methods: The study was based on a clinical examination of 210 young adults (118 women, 92 men) aged between 22-32 years. 105 of these were students in the 5th and 6th grade of the Faculty of Dentistry in Tîrgu Mureș and the control group was represented by patients. Patients and students were classified into three groups: non-smokers, occasional- and active smokers. The clinical examination evaluated the dental caries, fillings, extractions, crowns, root remnants and dental plaque. DMF-S index scores were calculated, and with its help the index of treatment need, dental care index and intensity of caries were determined. Results: The dental treatment need index, DMF-S index and intensity of caries showed increased values in patients. Root remnants (p <0.0001), decay (p = 0.0473) and dental plaque (p = 0.0363) were much higher in the group of active smoker students as in the non-smoker students. Among active smoker patients the incidence of dental calculus (p = 0.0005), of root remnants (p = 0.0022) and of fillings (p = 0.0441) showed a higher value than in the non-smokers. Conclusions: This study showed that compared with non-student patients, in dental students, a better oral hygiene was coupled with healthier teeth and periodontal. Poor oral hygiene together with smoking seems to worsen the oral health status.

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