Pulp Calcification in Traumatized Primary Teeth: Prevalence and Associated Factors

Aim: To establish the prevalence of pulp calcifications in 946 patients at the Research and Clinical Center of Dental Trauma in Primary Teeth. Study Design: The clinical and radiographic records of 1,675 traumatized primary teeth were evaluated. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square and univariate logistic regression. Results: 197 (20.8%) patients showed pulp calcification (PC). A total of 250 (14.9%)calcified teeth were observed. In most teeth, PC appeared within the first 12 months following trauma. PC prevalence was higher in cases of repeated trauma (29.6%) than in single trauma (16.4%), p <0.05, with a 2.14 chance of showing pulp calcification when a child suffered recurrent trauma. Most teeth showing calcified pulp, suffered trauma to the supportive tissue (67.4%), being statistically significant in relation to the trauma to dental tissue (p <0.05). Conclusion: PC is a sequelae in cases of trauma to the primary dentition;teeth that suffered recurrent traumatic injuries show higher risk of presenting.

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Pulp Calcification in Traumatized Primary Teeth – Classification, Clinical And Radiographic Aspects

Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry ◽

10.17796/1053-4628-41.6.9 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 41 (6) ◽

pp. 467-471 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Anna Carolina Volpi Mello-Moura ◽

Ana Maria Antunes Santos ◽

Gabriela Azevedo Vasconcelos Cunha Bonini ◽

Cristina Giovannetti Del Conte Zardetto ◽

Cacio Moura-Netto ◽

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Keyword(s):

Periodontal Ligament ◽

Primary Teeth ◽

Correct Diagnosis ◽

Dental Trauma ◽

General Term ◽

Clinical Center ◽

Diffuse Calcification ◽

Dental Records ◽

Pulp Calcification ◽

Radiographic Changes

Objective: The aim of this study was to standardize the nomenclature of pulp alteration to pulp calcification (PC) and to classify it according to type, quantity and location, as well as relate it to clinical and radiographic features. Study design: The dental records of 946 patients from the Research and Clinical Center for Dental Trauma in Primary Teeth were studied. Two hundred and fifty PC-traumatized upper deciduous incisors were detected. Results: According to radiographic analysis of the records, 62.5% showed diffuse calcification, 36.3% tube-like calcification, and 1.2% concentric calcification. According to the extension of pulp calcification, the records showed: 80% partial calcification, 17.2% total coronal calcification and partial radicular calcification, and 2.8 % total coronal and radicular calcification. As for location, only 2.4% were on the coronal pulp, 5.2% on the radicular pulp and 92.4% on both radicular and coronal pulp. Regarding coronal discoloration, 54% were yellow and 2% gray. In relation to periradicular changes, 10% showed widened periodontal ligament space, 3.1% internal resorption, 10% external resorption, 10.4% periapical bone rarefaction. Conclusions: Since PC is a general term, it is important to classify it and correlate it to clinical and radiographic changes, in order to establish the correct diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of each case.

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Evaluation of knowledge among general dentists in treatment of traumatic injuries in primary teeth: A cross-sectional questionnaire study

European Journal of Dentistry ◽

10.4103/ejd.ejd_357_16 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 11 (02) ◽

pp. 232-237 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Dhanalakshmi Ravikumar ◽

Ganesh Jeevanandan ◽

E M. G. Subramanian

Keyword(s):

Primary Teeth ◽

Years Of Experience ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Traumatic Injuries ◽

Validated Questionnaire ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Chi Square Test ◽

General Dentists ◽

General Dentist

ABSTRACTObjective: The purpose of the present study was to assess the knowledge of General dentist regarding the management of dental traumatic injuries of primary teeth. Materials and Methods: A total of 100 general dentists were selected and a validated questionnaire was distributed among the dentist to assess their knowledge on treatment strategies regarding traumatized primary teeth. Statistical Analysis: Data were entered into SPSS version 20.0 for percentages. The correct answers were tested in relation to the dentists' years of experience using the Chi-square test. Results: Analyzing the questionnaire for knowledge, 49% of dentists answered accurately regarding avulsed primary teeth, 36% of dentists answered appropriately regarding crown and root fractures, and 55% of dentists gave appropriate answers regarding luxation injuries. Chi-square test showed a statistically significant difference only for 2 questions in relation to the dentist's years of experience (P < 0.05). Conclusion: There is a lack of consistency in the knowledge among general dentist regarding traumatic dental injuries of primary teeth. There is a need to create awareness and education regarding traumatic injuries of primary teeth.

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Risk Factors for Traumatic Dental Injuries in an Adolescent Male Population in India

The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice ◽

10.5005/jcdp-8-6-35 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 8 (6) ◽

pp. 35-42 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Pavan Baldava ◽

Nagaraj Anup

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Logistic Regression ◽

Adolescent Male ◽

Male Population ◽

Chi Square ◽

Traumatic Injuries ◽

Anterior Teeth ◽

Study Population ◽

Traumatic Dental Injuries ◽

Dental Injuries

Abstract Aim The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of traumatic injuries to the anterior teeth and evaluate the role of anatomic risk factors in the occurrence of such injuries in a group with an assumed behavior predisposing them to trauma. Methods and Materials The study population consisted of 370 male enrollees of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) in India. Risk factors such as the socioeconomic status (SES) of parents, lip coverage, incisor overjet, and the cause and nature of trauma to anterior teeth were recorded. The Chi-square test was used for testing the association between these factors. Increasing overjet was further analyzed using chi-square for linear trends. Variables found significant were subjected to logistic regression. Results A prevalence of 14.9% of traumatic injuries to anterior teeth was found in the study population with sports activities being the most common cause. Permanent maxillary central incisors were most commonly injured with injuries involving enamel and dentin being the most frequently observed. Increased overjet and inadequate lip coverage were significantly associated with the occurrence of trauma. With an odds ratio of 7.2 inadequate lip coverage was identified, using binary logistic regression, as the single most independent risk factor for the occurrence of traumatic injury to the maxillary anterior teeth. Citation Baldava P, Anup N. Risk Factors for Traumatic Dental Injuries in an Adolescent Male Population in India. J Contemp Dent Pract 2007 September;(8)6:035-042.

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THE UTILIZATION PATTERNS OF RESTORATIVE MATERIALS IN PRIMARY MOLARS AMONG PEDIATRIC DENTISTS.

International Journal of Medical Science and Diagnosis Research ◽

10.32553/ijmsdr.v4i11.704 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (11) ◽

Author(s):

Ruby Rahman ◽

Divya Reddy ◽

Santhosh T Paul

Keyword(s):

Statistical Analysis ◽

Primary Teeth ◽

Caries Experience ◽

Chi Square ◽

Clinical Scenarios ◽

Restorative Materials ◽

Chi Square Test ◽

Pediatric Dentists ◽

Utilization Patterns ◽

Materials Used

Background: Many changes have occurred in development and availability of dental restorative materials for primary teeth. To date, there has been no emphasis to identify the approaches and materials used by pediatric dentists for primary teeth. The present study was conducted to assess the preferred choice of restorative materials among pediatric dentists for restoring primary teeth in children. Methodology: A self-administered questionnaire was utilized to obtain demographic information. Six hypothetical clinical scenarios were presented and clinicians choice of material for each of these scenario was evaluated. Statistical Analysis: Statistical analysis was done based on chi-square test. Results were displayed as percentages. Results: A total of 62 pediatric dentists completed the questionnaire, of which 97% preferred tooth-coloured materials over amalgam. Respondents reported the most influencing factors in the choice of restorative materials as age, behaviour of child and caries experience. Conclusion: Responses to various hypothetical clinical scenarios showed preference of tooth coloured materials and uniform choice of materials was noted among pediatric dentists irrespective of age or years of clinical experience. Keywords: restorative materials, primary teeth, pediatric dentists

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Temporal Variations of Stroke Occurence

Serbian Journal of Experimental and Clinical Research ◽

10.1515/sjecr-2016-0025 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 18 (1) ◽

pp. 33-38

Author(s):

Snežana Simović ◽

Dejan Aleksic ◽

Tatjana Boskovic Matic ◽

Katarina Vesic ◽

Slavco Toncev ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Statistical Analysis ◽

Causes Of Death ◽

Temporal Variations ◽

Fisher Exact Test ◽

Chi Square ◽

Average Delay ◽

Time Pattern ◽

Exact Test ◽

Clinical Center ◽

Spss Software

Abstract Stroke is one of leading causes of death worldwide. Different frequency of stroke occurence is observed in days of the week and months in the year, and incidence of stroke has irregular time pattern. We analyzed 516 patients who had acute stroke and were treated in Clinic of Neurology, Clinical Center Kragujevac from January 1, 2013 to January 1, 2014, mean age 72,11±11,52. Statistical analysis is conducted out using the SPSS software version 20.0. We used descriptive statistic, student T-test, chi-square or Fisher exact test.Friday is day we found the most IS and all stroke types occurences, and Wednesday is day we found the most IS in men. We found the most strokes in women younger than 65 years on Wednesday, but in women older than 65 years on Friday. Monday is day with the most admissions to hospital for patients with IS, and we observed that there is average delay in the refering to the doctor for 1.80±1.44 days. Friday is the day with the most ICH symptom beginings and the most admissions to the hospital, and Saturday is the day with the least symptom beginings and admissions to the hospital in the case of IS and ICH. The most IS occured in winter (in Decembar), and the least in summer (in August). The most ICH occured in May, and the least in July and October.We confirmed that there is a significant weekly variability in the IS symptom onset day.

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Trend of Incidence Rate of Suicide and Associated Factors in 2011 - 2015 in Zarand, Iran

hormozgan medical journal ◽

10.5812/hmj.103041 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol In Press (In Press) ◽

Author(s):

Behnaz Aflatoonian ◽

Mohammad Reza Aflatoonian ◽

Habibalah Khanjari ◽

Reza Mirzahosini Zarandi ◽

Parisa Divsalar

Keyword(s):

Logistic Regression ◽

Suicide Attempt ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Mental Health Problems ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Age Groups ◽

Middle School Education ◽

Study Cohort ◽

Chi Square ◽

Government Data

Background: The study of suicide and identification of mental health problems, social, cultural, and environmental communities are effective for preventive measures and reducing risk factors. Objectives: This study aimed to study the epidemiology of suicide and its associated factors over 2011 - 2015 in Zarand. Methods: In this observational-epidemiological study (cohort study), all people who committed suicide in 2011 - 2015 were recorded on a standardized questionnaire, and demographic data of Zarand were collected by the health center and government. Data were analyzed by SPSS software using descriptive statistics, Chi-square tests, and logistic regression analysis. Results: During 2011 - 2015, 2,401 persons (372 at one hundred thousand) committed suicide, of whom 33 cases (5.1 at one hundred thousand) died. Chi-square and logistic regression information showed suicide attempt rate in people with middle school education was 15.7 times greater than less or more educated ones; similar results showed the rate of suicide of the people in the age group 15-29 was 6.3 times higher than other age groups, retired, and unemployed 3.1 times more than employed and finally, urban living had suicide attempt rate of 1.6 times higher than rural living. Conclusions: In Zarand, the incidence of suicide is much higher than the global, country, and province average (more than three to four times), and leading to death was much less than expected. However, there are significant differences in the cause and manner and demographic characteristics with other studies, which require the creation of Suicide Registry Center (SRC) and qualitative studies with form layer analysis of causes in Zarand.

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The adoption of good practices of handling improves dairy calves welfare: Case study

Acta Scientiarum Animal Sciences ◽

10.4025/actascianimsci.v43i1.53327 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 43 ◽

pp. e53327

Author(s):

Livia Carolina Magalhães Silva-Antunes ◽

Mateus José Rodrigues Paranhos da Costa

Keyword(s):

Logistic Regression ◽

Statistical Analysis ◽

Logistic Regression Model ◽

Transitional Period ◽

The Other ◽

Dairy Calves ◽

Chi Square ◽

Good Practices ◽

Chi Square Test

The aim of this study was to assess the effect of the adoption of a set of good practices of handling on dairy calves welfare. Data were retrieved from the records of a commercial farm, considering three periods: Conventional handling (CH, 12 mo.), transitional period (TP, 4 mo.), and good practices handling (GPH, 12 mo.). During CH calves were kept in individual pens, milk-fed in open pails and subjected to abrupt weaning; while during TP and GPH they were kept in groups, milk-fed in nipple-pails, brushed for 5 min. once a day, and subjected to progressive weaning. TP was assumed as a training period necessary for GPH implementation. The percentages of calves treated with antibiotics and numbers of deaths per month were used as indicators of calves welfare. Statistical analysis was performed using a logistic regression model to compare the number of deaths per month between CH and the other periods. Chi-square test was used to compare the percentage of animals treated with antibiotics per month. Results showed that CH had a higher risk of calf's death then TP and GPH, as well as a higher percentage of animals treated with antibiotics. In conclusion, the adoption of good practices of handling improved dairy calves welfare.

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The Effect of Sanctions on Cooperative Behavior: A Study on Medium Trust Individuals in the Context of Corruption

ANIMA Indonesian Psychological Journal ◽

10.24123/aipj.v34i1.2023 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 34 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Dewi Rosiana ◽

Achmad Djunaidi ◽

Indun Lestari Setyono ◽

Wilis Srisayekti

Keyword(s):

Logistic Regression ◽

Public Interest ◽

Logistic Regression Model ◽

Cooperative Behavior ◽

Research Subjects ◽

Chi Square ◽

Public Interests ◽

The Public ◽

Chi Square Analysis ◽

Personal Interests

This study aims to describe the effect of sanctions (individual sanctions, collective sanctions, and absence of sanctions) on cooperative behavior of individuals with medium trust in the context of corruption. Both collective sanctions and individual sanctions, are systemic, which means sanctioning behavior is exercised not by each individual but by the system. Cooperative behavior in this context means choosing to obey rules, to reject acts of corruption and to prioritize public interests rather than the personal interests. Conversely, corruption is an uncooperative behavior to the rules, and ignores the public interest and prioritizes personal interests. Research subjects were 62 students. The Chi-Square Analysis was used to see the association between the variables and the logistic regression model was applied to describe the structure of this association. Individual sanction is recommended as punishment to medium trust individuals to promote cooperative behavior in the context of corruption. The results showed that individuals with medium trust had more cooperative behavior.

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Skull and Face Injuries and Associated Factors in Pedestrian Victims of Traffic Accidents: A Single Trauma Center Analysis

Current Dentistry ◽

10.2174/2542579x02999200608131337 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 53-59

Author(s):

Josimara A. de Araújo Varela ◽

Tatiana F.T. Palitot ◽

Smyrna L.X. de Souza ◽

Alidianne F.C. Cavalcanti ◽

Alessandro L. Cavalcanti

Keyword(s):

Medical Records ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Traffic Accidents ◽

Age Group ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Significance Level ◽

The Face ◽

Chi Square Test ◽

The City

Objective: This study aimed to analyze the presence of lesions in the skull and face and the associated factors in pedestrian victims of traffic accidents. Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive-analytical study carried out through the analysis of medical records of pedestrian victims of traffic accidents in an emergency service in the city of Campina Grande, Brazil, during the year of 2016. Information was collected regarding gender, age group, day of the week, time of the accident, type of vehicle involved, presence of trauma to the skull and face, and outcomes. The Chi-square and Fisher's Exact tests were used, with a significance level of 5%. Results: A total of 1,884 medical records were evaluated, out of which 7.1% (n = 133) involved pedestrians. Men were the most frequent victims (68.4%), and victims of age 60 years old or over (30.5%) predominated. Almost one-third of the cases were recorded during the weekends (30.5%), and the most prevalent time was at night (52.7%). Regarding the type of vehicle involved, motorcycles predominated (47.4%). Head trauma was present in 37.6% of victims, while facial injuries corresponded to 8.2%. In 12% of cases, the victims died. The variables of gender, age group, occurrence on weekends, and trauma to the face showed a statistically significant association with the occurrence of traffic accidents (Chi-square test; p<0.05). Conclusion: Among pedestrian victims of traffic accidents, there is a predominance of men aged 65 years or over. Accidents are frequent at night, and motorcycles are the main vehicles involved. The presence of trauma to the skull and face regions is high.

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Budaya Kerja Petugas Panti Menurut Persepsi Lansia Dengan Kejadian Pengabaian di PSTW X

Jurnal Endurance ◽

10.22216/jen.v4i3.3776 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 4 (3) ◽

pp. 651

Author(s):

Lola Felnanda Amri

Keyword(s):

Logistic Regression ◽

Nursing Home ◽

Work Environment ◽

The Elderly ◽

Statistical Test ◽

Nursing Personnel ◽

Work Culture ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Correlation Design

Perawatan pada lansia di panti tresna werdha X dilakukan berdasarkan rutinitas kerja dan petugas belum mendapat pelatihan mengenai kebutuhan dasar lansia yang harus dipenuhi. Berdasarkan hal tersebut, peneliti ingin mengetahui hubungan budaya kerja petugas panti menurut persepsi lansia dengan kejadian pengabaian di PSTW X Sumatera Barat. Desain penelitian deskriptif korelasi, menggunakan pendekatan cross sectional. Pengambilan sampel dengan total sampling, berjumlah 75. Uji statistik digunakan chi square dan regresi logistik. Hasil yang diperoleh seluruh lansia mengalami pengabaian; ada hubungan antara sikap terhadap apa yang dikerjakan, lingkungan pekerjaan; waktu dengan pengabaian lansia; Tidak ada hubungan antara perilaku ketika mengambil keputusan dengan pengabaian lansia. Sikap terhadap apa yang dikerjakan memiliki pengaruh paling besar terhadap kejadian pengabaian lansia. Disimpulkan bahwa petugas harus lebih memahami tentang peran dan fungsinya sebagai pemberi pelayanan pada lansia. Direkomendasikan agar pejabat yang berwenang dapat menempatkan petugas panti sesuai dengan peran dan fungsi serta kewenangannya, dan merekrut perawat sesuai dengan kebutuhan panti. The nursing of elderly in Tresna Werda X nursing home is mainly based on the workrout in and that the caregiver have not yet received training on the basic needs of the elderly that they should meet. Therefore, the researcher wanted to know the relations of the work culture of caregiver according to the elderly’s perception with the incidence of neglect in PSTW X West Sumatera. This study used Descriptive correlation design with cross sectional approach. The method of sampling used total sampling, which amounts to 75. The statistical test used chi square and logistic regression. The results of the study show that all of the elderly experienced neglect; there is a relation between attitude towards what is conducted, work environment, time with elderly neglect; no relation between behavior in making decisions with elderly neglect. The attitude towards what is conducted has the most impacton the incidence of elderly neglect. It is concluded that the caregiver should have a better understanding on their roles and functions as the caregivers to the elderly. Moreover, it is recommended that the authorities should put nursing personnel in accordance with the roles, functions and competence, and recruit nurses in accordance with the needs of the nursing home.

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