scholarly journals Examining Relationship between Occupational Acid Exposure and Oral Health in Workplace

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei-Liang Chen ◽  
Yuan-Yuei Chen ◽  
Wei-Te Wu ◽  
Ching-Huang Lai ◽  
Yu-Shan Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Acidic Solution ◽  
Acid Exposure ◽  
World Health ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Acid Mist ◽  
Oral Tissue

Abstract Objectives: Acid mist can suspend in the air and enter the body via skin contact, the respiratory tract, or even oral intake, which pose various health hazards. Previous studies have shown that occupational exposure to acid mist or acidic solutions is a major risk factor for oral diseases. However, the findings are inconsistent and do not consider individual factors and lifestyles that may cause the same oral diseases. Therefore, we conducted a comprehensive oral health survey and collected detail information to confirm the effect of acidic solution exposure on worker’s oral health. Methods: The study selected enterprises in the metal surface treatment or electroplating industries in Taiwan that employed 300 or more employees and were willing to participate in this survey. Each enrolled subject underwent a questionnaire and comprehensive teeth and oral mucosa examination by a team of qualified and uniformed trained dentists. Oral clinical mirrors and community periodontal index (CPI)-type millimetric probe clinical data were collected according to the World Health Organization (WHO) dental caries diagnostic criteria. In this cross-sectional study, a total of 309 subjects participated was surveyed. Results: The results showed that acid exposure was correlated with soft oral tissue injury rather than hard oral tissue in our survey. Besides, halitosis and age were positive associated with periodontal disease and use of dental floss reduced the risk of periodontal disease. After correcting for major factors, such as age, sex, smoking, drinking, and chewing areca, acid exposure was still statistically related to periodontal disease in LA (loss of attachment) index by 3.27-fold (p = 0.00, CI 1.69 - 6.34). Conclusion: This study showed that occupational acid exposure during acidic solution work was an independent risk factor for periodontal disease. It is important to strengthen occupational hazard control, educate workers on oral disease and related factors, and raise the awareness of oral hygiene.

scholarly journals Examining Relationship between Occupational Acid Exposure and Oral Health in Workplace

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei-Liang Chen ◽  
Yuan-Yuei Chen ◽  
Wei-Te Wu ◽  
Ching-Huang Lai ◽  
Yu-Shan Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Acidic Solution ◽  
The Body ◽  
Acid Exposure ◽  
Tooth Erosion ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Acid Mist ◽  
Oral Tissue

Abstract Background: Acid mist can suspend in the air and enter the body via skin contact, the respiratory tract, or even oral intake, which pose various health hazards. Previous studies have shown that occupational exposure to acid mist or acidic solutions is a major risk factor for oral diseases. However, the findings are inconsistent and do not consider individual factors and lifestyles that may cause the same oral diseases. Therefore, we conducted a comprehensive oral health survey and collected detail information to confirm the effect of acidic solution exposure on worker’s oral health. Methods: From 4 acidic solution factories, a total of 309 subjects (157 in control and 152 in exposed group) was enrolled. All participants competed oral examinations and self-report questionnaire, including the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index, community periodontal index (CPI), loss of attachment (LA) index, and tooth erosion. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the association between the acidic solution exposure and oral health.Results: The results showed that acid exposure was correlated with soft oral tissue injury rather than hard oral tissue in our survey. In the multivariate model (adjusted for sex, age, worked years, education level, mouthwash use, dental floss use, tooth brushing, mask use, smoking, drinking, chewing areca and dietary habits with acidic foods), significant relationships of acid exposure with LA score were observed (OR=2.32, 95% CI 1.03-5.26). However, the presence of acid exposure was not significantly associated with tooth erosion, DMFT, and CPITN.Conclusion: Our study highlighted that occupational acid exposure was an independent risk factor for periodontal health, especially LA. It is important to strengthen occupational hazard control, educate workers on oral disease and related factors, and raise the awareness of oral hygiene.

scholarly journals Examining Relationship between Occupational Acid Exposure and Oral Health in Workplace

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei-Liang Chen ◽  
Yuan-Yuei Chen ◽  
Wei-Te Wu ◽  
Ching-Huang Lai ◽  
Yu-Shan Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Acidic Solution ◽  
The Body ◽  
Acid Exposure ◽  
Tooth Erosion ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Acid Mist ◽  
Oral Tissue

Abstract Background: Acid mist can suspend in the air and enter the body via skin contact, the respiratory tract, or even oral intake, which pose various health hazards. Previous studies have shown that occupational exposure to acid mist or acidic solutions is a major risk factor for oral diseases. However, the findings are inconsistent and do not consider individual factors and lifestyles that may cause the same oral diseases. Therefore, we conducted a comprehensive oral health survey and collected detail information to confirm the effect of acidic solution exposure on worker’s oral health. Methods: From 4 acidic solution factories, a total of 309 subjects (157 in control and 152 in exposed group) was enrolled. All participants competed oral examinations and self-report questionnaire, including the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index, community periodontal index (CPI), loss of attachment (LA) index, and tooth erosion. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the association between the acidic solution exposure and oral health. Results: The results showed that acid exposure was correlated with soft oral tissue injury rather than hard oral tissue in our survey. In the unadjusted analysis, acid exposed workers had 2.92 (95% CI 1.19-7.16) and 1.20 (95% CI 1.26-3.15) fold odds of higher CPITN and LA score. In the adjusted models, significant relationships of acid exposure with LA score were observed in model 1 (OR=3.18, 95% CI 1.65-6.15), model 2 (OR=2.28, 95% CI 1.01-5.11), and model 3 (OR=2.32, 95% CI 1.03-5.26). However, the presence of acid exposure was not significantly associated with tooth erosion, DMFT, and CPITN. Conclusion: Our study highlighted that occupational acid exposure was an independent risk factor for periodontal health, especially LA. It is important to strengthen occupational hazard control, educate workers on oral disease and related factors, and raise the awareness of oral hygiene.

scholarly journals Examining relationship between occupational acid exposure and oral health in workplace

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei-Liang Chen ◽  
Yuan-Yuei Chen ◽  
Wei-Te Wu ◽  
Ching-Huang Lai ◽  
Yu-Shan Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Acidic Solution ◽  
The Body ◽  
Acid Exposure ◽  
Tooth Erosion ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Acid Mist ◽  
Oral Tissue

Abstract Background Acid mist can suspend in the air and enter the body via skin contact, the respiratory tract, or even oral intake, which pose various health hazards. Previous studies have shown that occupational exposure to acid mist or acidic solutions is a major risk factor for oral diseases. However, the findings are inconsistent and do not consider individual factors and lifestyles that may cause the same oral diseases. Therefore, we conducted a comprehensive oral health survey and collected detail information to confirm the effect of acidic solution exposure on worker’s oral health. Methods From 4 acidic solution factories, a total of 309 subjects (157 in control and 152 in exposed group) was enrolled. All participants competed oral examinations and self-report questionnaire, including the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index, community periodontal index (CPI), loss of attachment (LA) index, and tooth erosion. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the association between the acidic solution exposure and oral health. Results The results showed that acid exposure was correlated with soft oral tissue injury rather than hard oral tissue in our survey. In the multivariate model (adjusted for sex, age, worked years, education level, mouthwash use, dental floss use, tooth brushing, mask use, smoking, drinking, chewing areca and dietary habits with acidic foods), significant relationships of acid exposure with LA score were observed (OR = 2.32, 95% CI 1.03–5.26). However, the presence of acid exposure was not significantly associated with tooth erosion, DMFT, and CPITN. Conclusion Our study highlighted that occupational acid exposure was an independent risk factor for periodontal health, especially LA. It is important to strengthen occupational hazard control, educate workers on oral disease and related factors, and raise the awareness of oral hygiene.

scholarly journals Examining Relationship between Occupational Acid Exposure and Oral Health in Workplace

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei-Liang Chen ◽  
Yuan-Yuei Chen ◽  
Wei-Te Wu ◽  
Ching-Huang Lai ◽  
Yu-Shan Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Acidic Solution ◽  
The Body ◽  
Acid Exposure ◽  
Tooth Erosion ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Acid Mist ◽  
Oral Tissue

Abstract Background: Acid mist can suspend in the air and enter the body via skin contact, the respiratory tract, or even oral intake, which pose various health hazards. Previous studies have shown that occupational exposure to acid mist or acidic solutions is a major risk factor for oral diseases. However, the findings are inconsistent and do not consider individual factors and lifestyles that may cause the same oral diseases. Therefore, we conducted a comprehensive oral health survey and collected detail information to confirm the effect of acidic solution exposure on worker’s oral health. Methods: From 4 acidic solution factories, a total of 309 subjects (157 in control and 152 in exposed group) was enrolled. All participants competed oral examinations and self-report questionnaire, including the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index, community periodontal index (CPI), loss of attachment (LA) index, and tooth erosion. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the association between the acidic solution exposure and oral health.Results: The results showed that acid exposure was correlated with soft oral tissue injury rather than hard oral tissue in our survey. In the multivariate model (adjusted for sex, age, worked years, education level, mouthwash use, dental floss use, tooth brushing, mask use, smoking, drinking, chewing areca and dietary habits with acidic foods), significant relationships of acid exposure with LA score were observed (OR=2.32, 95% CI 1.03-5.26). However, the presence of acid exposure was not significantly associated with tooth erosion, DMFT, and CPITN.Conclusion: Our study highlighted that occupational acid exposure was an independent risk factor for periodontal health, especially LA. It is important to strengthen occupational hazard control, educate workers on oral disease and related factors, and raise the awareness of oral hygiene.

scholarly journals Racial inequality and periodontal condition in Brazilian adolescents

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
R S Moreira ◽  
L D R Santos
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Multiple Model ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Socioeconomic Variables ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
Dmft Index

Abstract Background Oral health, such as other health conditions, reflects social inequalities. These inequalities are fed back by oral diseases, generating a vicious and sustainable circle. Racial issues play a prominent role, once they are associated with oral diseases as risk markers. Among the different oral diseases, periodontal disease associated with racial inequalities in adolescents is emblematic. Thus, this study aimed to analyse the race differentials associated with the levels of periodontal disease, regardless of other risk factors. Methods Data from the 2010 national epidemiological survey on oral health were used, with 5445 adolescents (15 to 19 years old). Multinomial logistic regression models were used. Dependent variable was the Community Periodontal Index. Independent variable was self-declared race/colour, categorized as white, pardo (mixed-race identity) and preto (black). The effect of race was controlled in the presence of the covariates sex, years of study, decayed, missing and filled permanent teeth (DMFT index), toothache and self-reported need for dental treatment. Odds Ratio (OR) was estimated and sample weights were considered. Results The simple model showed preto with 2.7 (p < 0.05) and 8 (p < 0.05) times more likely to have shallow and deep periodontal pockets, respectively, compared to white. Pardo was 1.5 (p < 0.05) times more likely to have periodontal calculus. In the multiple model, even in the presence of all independent covariates, preto showed association with shallow pockets (OR = 2.51, p < 0.05) and pardo showed association with the presence of calculus (OR = 1.37, p < 0.05). Conclusions Regardless of sex, education, perception of pain and need for treatment and the DMFT index, race/colour was associated with periodontal problems. It should be noted that skin colour is not a biological risk factor for periodontal disease. However, the findings of this study revealed racial inequities regardless of socioeconomic variables. Key messages Raises the need to guarantee health as a resource for social development, with science having a fundamental role in recovering the citizenship of this historically forgotten population. The findings of this study revealed racial inequities regardless of socioeconomic variables.

scholarly journals Epidemiological survey in oral health of the residents of the Teixeira Island, Paraná, Brazil

RSBO ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 219
Author(s):  
Tiago Rodrigues Suizani ◽  
Bruna Leal de Mello ◽  
Luiza Foltran De Azevedo Koch ◽  
Carolina Dea Bruzamolin ◽  
Marilisa Carneiro Leão Gabardo
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Epidemiological Survey ◽  
World Health ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Deciduous Teeth ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Socioeconomic Condition ◽  
Epidemiological Surveys ◽  
Periodontal Index

Introduction: The epidemiological surveys aim to evaluate the distribution and state determinants or events in health in given populations. Objective: To conduct an epidemiological survey on the socioeconomic condition, use of dental services, referred oral morbidity, self-perception, and oral health of inhabitants of the Teixeira Island, Paraná, Brazil. Material and methods: The studyfollowed the statements of the World Health Organization and the Brazilian National Epidemiological Survey (SB Brazil 2010). Questionnaires were applied, and in the clinical examination the following data were collected: dental trauma, edentulism, fluorosis, caries in deciduous teeth (dmft), caries in permanent teeth (DMFT), Community Periodontal Index (CPI) and Loss of Periodontal Insertion Index (LPII). The data were analyzed with Statistical Package for Social Sciences software, version 21.0, and expresses in frequency tables. Results: Of the 108 inhabitants, 90 participated in the study. The socioeconomics conditions unfavorable were: low income and low schooling. The water supplying was not fluoridated. The perception of oral problems was reported by 82.2%; 48.9% declared to have had toothache in last the six months; the reason of search for care was predominantly for curative treatments. Almost 30% of the participants declared to be unsatisfied with their oral health. The  values of DMFT and dmtf indexes were 13.9 and 1.2, respectively. The greater demand for maxillary prosthesis occurred in 39.7% of the sample, while 34.2% needed mandibular prosthesis. Conclusion: The oral diseases illnesses and need of treatment were evidenced in the sample, as well as risk factors that deserve attention of the public power.

Oral Health Survey among Adolescents Undergoing Obesity Treatment

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriela Ferreira ◽  
Sângela Maria da Silva Pereira ◽  
Inês Ferreira ◽  
Henedina Antunes ◽  
Irene Pina Vaz
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
World Health ◽  
Caries Experience ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Portuguese Population ◽  
Obese Adolescents ◽  
Periodontal Index

Abstract Background: Besides the bad nutritional habits, it has been studied that systemic changes induced by obesity may have repercussions on oral environment. This study evaluated the oral health status of obese adolescents undergoing follow-up at a tertiary hospital in Portugal. Methods: Ninety subjects were classified as obese or severe obese according to the World Health Organization references. Caries experience and periodontal condition were determined by the DMFT index (decayed, missing and filled teeth) and Community Periodontal Index (CPI), respectively. The data for the ages 12 and 15 were compared using Wilcoxon test for one sample to the National Prevalence Study of Oral Diseases (NPSOD), performed in Portugal and published in 2008 and 2015. Results: A mean BMI of 29.4 (± 4.1) was observed, and 64.4% (n = 58) of the subjects were diagnosed with severe obesity. The DMFT of obese adolescents was similar to that of the Portuguese population. At 12 years of age, obese individuals were found to have fewer missing teeth (p = 0.001) and more sealed teeth than those of the same age in Portugal in 2008 (p = 0.012) and 2015 (p = 0.001). At age 15, obese adolescents had fewer decayed teeth (p = 0.017) than individuals of the same age in Portugal (NPSOD, 2008). Conclusions: Obese children and adolescents presented an oral health status similar to that of the Portuguese population at the same age according to the majority of the criteria. These findings can be explained by the health care provided with repeated recommendations for oral hygiene.

scholarly journals Epidemiological survey in oral health of the residents of the Teixeira Island, Paraná, Brazil

RSBO ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 219-28
Author(s):  
Tiago Rodrigues Suizani ◽  
Bruna Leal de Mello ◽  
Luiza Foltran de Azevedo Koch ◽  
Carolina Dea Bruzamolin ◽  
Marilisa Carneiro Leão Gabardo
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Epidemiological Survey ◽  
World Health ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Deciduous Teeth ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Socioeconomic Condition ◽  
Epidemiological Surveys ◽  
Periodontal Index

The epidemiological surveys aim to evaluate the distribution and state determinants or events in health in given populations. Objective: To conduct an epidemiological survey on the socioeconomic condition, use of dental services, referred oral morbidity, self-perception, and oral health of inhabitants of the Teixeira Island, Paraná, Brazil. Material and methods: The study followed the statements of the World Health Organization and the Brazilian National Epidemiological Survey (SB Brazil 2010). Questionnaires were applied, and in the clinical examination the following data were collected: dental trauma, edentulism, fluorosis, caries in deciduous teeth (dmft), caries in permanent teeth (DMFT), Community Periodontal Index (CPI) and Loss of Periodontal Insertion Index (LPII). The data were analyzed with Statistical Package for Social Sciences software, version 21.0, and expresses in frequency tables. Results: Of the 108 inhabitants, 90 participated in the study. The socioeconomics conditions unfavorable were: low income and low schooling. The water supplying was not fluoridated. The perception of oral problems was reported by 82.2%; 48.9% declared to have had toothache in last the six months; the reason of search for care was predominantly for curative treatments. Almost 30% of the participants declared to be unsatisfied with their oral health. The values of DMFT and dmtf indexes were 13.9 and 1.2, respectively. The greater demand for maxillary prosthesis occurred in 39.7% of the sample, while 34.2% needed mandibular prosthesis. Conclusion: The oral diseases illnesses and need of treatment were evidenced in the sample, as well as risk factors that deserve attention of the public power.

scholarly journals Association between Dental Prosthesis and Periodontal Disease among Patients Visiting a Tertiary Dental Care Centre in Eastern Nepal

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 200-203
Author(s):  
M. Mansuri ◽  
A. Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Periodontal Diseases ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Dental Prosthesis ◽  
World Health ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
The World

Background Dental caries and Periodontal diseases are the most prevalent oral health problems present globally. The distribution and severity of such oral health problems varies in different parts of the world and even in different regions of the same country. Nepal is one of the country with higher prevalence rate of these problems. These problems arise in association with multiple factors.Objective This study was carried out to describe the periodontal status and to analyse the association of periodontal disease with the wearing of fixed or removable partial dentures in a Nepalese population reporting to the College of Dental Surgery, B P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan, Nepal.Method This study comprised of a sample of 200 adult individuals. All data were collected by performing clinical examinations in accordance with the World Health Organization Oral Health Surveys Basic Methods Criteria. It included the Community Periodontal Index and dental prosthesis examination.Result A descriptive analysis was performed and odds ratio (1.048) and 95% confidence interval (1.001; 1.096) was found out. The mean age of the population participated in the study was 41.82 ± 14.80 years. A total of 93 (46.5%) males and 107 (53.5%) females participated in the study. Among these subjects, 100% presented some periodontal problems. The statistical analysis indicated that the probability of periodontal disease with regards to wearing partial dentures was not significant as suggested by the odds ratio (1.048).Conclusion There is no association of the wearing of dental prosthesis (RPD and/or FPD) with the periodontal disease and suggests a need for populations based oral health education programs, plaque control programs to reduce the incidence of periodontal disease.

scholarly journals Oral health status of 12- and 15-year-old Lebanese school children

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chirine Abdel Malak ◽  
Carole Chakar ◽  
Alain Romanos ◽  
Samar Rachidi
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
School Children ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
World Health ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
School Sector ◽  
The Mean

Background: Studies addressing the oral health status among Lebanese school children are scarce. Aims: To assess the oral health status of Lebanese school children, and to provide epidemiological data for planning and evaluation of oral health care programmes. Methods: We selected 7902 schoolchildren aged 12–15 years from the 6 governorates of Lebanon, using a multistage probability sampling method. Data were obtained by self-administered structured questionnaires and clinical examinations (World Health Organization methodology and criteria). Dental caries was recorded using the Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) index. Periodontal status was evaluated using the Community Periodontal Index (CPI). Results: The mean (standard deviation) number of decayed, missing and filled teeth was 3.01 (2.927), 0.05 (0.245) and 2.14 (2.071), respectively, and the mean DMFT score was 5.20 (3.549). Among the whole tested population, the prevalence of caries was 89.5% and only 10.5% of the children were completely free of caries. Age, geographic location and school sector were the most significant risk factors for caries prevalence. Periodontal disease (CPI score > 0) was seen in 7633 participants (96.6%). In contrast to the shallow periodontal pockets that showed a low prevalence, calculus was the most frequently detected periodontal condition in both ages (50.9% at 12 years old and 50.2% at 15 years old). Age, sex, school sector and smoking status were significantly associated with occurrence of periodontal disease. Conclusion: Preventive and restorative public health campaigns are highly recommended to improve oral health status among Lebanese schoolchildren.

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