scholarly journals Level of Awareness towards Orthodontic Treatment for Medically Compromised Patients among Dental Practitioners in Saudi Arabia

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
AL Shammery D
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Compromised Patients

scholarly journals Awareness of patient’s orthodontic problems and referral practices among general dental practitioners and non-orthodontic specialists

2021 ◽  
pp. 26-26
Author(s):  
Muhammad Kamran ◽  
Rawan Saddah ◽  
Afnan Alasmari ◽  
Salem Almoammar ◽  
Abdullah Alnazeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
P Value ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Referral Practices ◽  
General Dentists

Objective: To evaluate the awareness of orthodontic problems and referral practices among general dental practitioners and non-orthodontic specialists practicing in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methods: Cross-sectional prospective study included general dentists and specialists/consultants of both genders, aged between 22-60 years, practicing General dentistry and as specialist other than orthodontics for 2 or more years. Non-practicing dentists and non-registered dentists were excluded. Data was analysed on SPSS version 21.00. Results: Results revealed that males were 55.5% and general dental practitioners were 44%. It is evident that 53.5% (107) GDPs and 33% (66) non orthodontic specialists practiced orthodontic referral in their practices. Cross-tabulation of variables compared with gender and general dental practitioners and non-orthodontic specialists, using chi-square test, revealed significant p-value of orthodontist referral, but recommendation of orthodontic treatment only after the eruption of all permanent teeth, awareness of tooth extraction for alignment of irregular teeth, and awareness regarding worsening of TMJ problems by orthodontic treatment. Conclusion: It has been concluded that the referral practices of dentists practicing in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, concerning orthodontic patients, were satisfactory, although awareness regarding orthodontic problem requires unremitting learning and considerate positive progression towards basic orthodontics.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Dentists in Al-Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2017 ◽  
Vol 03 (01) ◽  
pp. 015-019
Author(s):  
Talat Al-Gunaid ◽  
Rayan Abdulhai ◽  
Baha Flemban
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
The Body ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Different Parts

Abstract Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common occupational hazards associated with a wide range of occupations. Dental professionals have an increased risk of developing such disorders caused by repetitive, hard, or stressful gestures. Taking this issue into consideration, we felt the necessity to investigate the prevalence and distribution of musculoskeletal symptoms among dentists in Al-Madinah. Materials and methods: A self-reported questionnaire was distributed to a random sample of 180 dentists from different parts of Al-Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The questionnaire was about musculoskeletal symptoms in different parts of the body. Results: A total of 70 questionnaires were completed and returned. Of the respondents, 47 (67.1%) were males and 23 (32.9%) were females. The mean age of respondents was 36.1 ± 8.7. Majority were general dental practitioners [45 (64.2%)], with the remainder being specialists [25 (35.8%)]. Prevalence of MSD during the past 12 months was reported to be lower back pain (65.7%), neck pain (48.6%), and shoulder pain (45.7%), with the lowest prevalence pain being found in the hips and thighs (17.1%). Conclusion: The results suggested that the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms among dentists in Al-Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is high. Continuing education for dentists and dental students about the proper and correct dental positions as well as practicing ergonomic skills and incorporating them into the curriculum would be beneficial.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitude of Dentists and Patients Toward Use and Health Safety of Dental Amalgam in Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (02) ◽  
pp. 233-238
Author(s):  
Hend N. Al-Nahedh ◽  
Ahmed A El-hejazi ◽  
Syed Rashid Habib
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Health Hazard ◽  
Dental Amalgam ◽  
Mercury Content ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Electronic Survey ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Obligation To Inform

Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to assess: (1) the perceptions of dentists in Saudi Arabia concerning the amalgam controversy, (2) their attitude toward the ethical responsibility of patient information, and (3) patients’ knowledge and attitude toward the use of dental amalgam. Materials and Methods A total of 1,139 dentists were sampled on convenience by electronic survey. The questionnaire contained questions about the safety of dental amalgam, use of amalgam, case selection, alternate materials, and informing their patients about risks of amalgam. Also, 425 patients were sampled on convenience and information collected on their knowledge about amalgam and its acceptance in their oral cavities. Results A total of 201 dentists and 425 patients participated in the study. A total of 60% of dentists and specialists declared it safe. A total of 32.4% (31) of general dental practitioners and 41% (43) specialists considered it a moral obligation to inform patients about the potential health risks associated with amalgam. Mercury toxicity was identified as the most common health hazard. About 57.3% dentists and 36.2% specialists opted for superior longevity as the principle advantage. Majority of patients (52.2%) in Saudi Arabia had no knowledge about dental amalgam. While 23.1% (98) had concern about poor color, 8.7% (30) knew it contained silver while only 7.8% (27) patients were aware of its mercury content. Conclusion Majority of dentists in Saudi Arabia found it safe to use amalgam while the patients had little knowledge about the possible issues with amalgam. It is recommended to improve public awareness about impact of mercury containing products on the environment.

Retrospective Study to Determine the Change in Referral Pattern to St George's Hospital Orthodontic Department before and after the 2006 NHS Dental Contract Changes

2010 ◽  
Vol os17 (3) ◽  
pp. 111-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maryam Izadi ◽  
Daljit S Gill ◽  
Farhad B Naini
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Referral Pattern ◽  
Dental Services ◽  
Treatment Need ◽  
South West ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Before And After

Aim The aim of this study was to determine the possible effects of the 2006 National Health Service General Dental Services contract changes on the referral pattern to the orthodontic department at St George's Hospital, South West London. Method This study was carried out on a retrospective basis. The notes of consecutive patients referred between 1st May and 30th September in 2005 and 2008 were assessed, and the patient's Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) and the source of referral noted. Results The total numbers of referrals increased from 260 in 2005 to 405 in 2008. The number of referrals from general dental practitioners decreased slightly from 165 to 156, as did the numbers of referrals from other sources, such as tertiary referrals. The number of referrals made by specialist practitioners increased from 41 in 2005 to 207 in 2008, representing an increase from 16% to 51% of overall referrals. Overall, the number of patients being referred with an IOTN dental health component grade of 5 increased from 27% to 55%. Conclusion The increase in referrals from specialist practitioners may be partly due to the changes brought to the commissioning of orthodontic services for specialist practitioners. Overall, the number of cases being referred with IOTN grades 4 and 5 remains high at St George's Hospital, indicating that appropriate referrals are being made.

Orthodontic Treatment Planning by General Dental Practitioners

1996 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 359-365 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. A. Parfitt ◽  
W. P. Rock
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Planning ◽  
Gold Standard ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Class Ii ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Division 1 ◽  
Treatment Plans ◽  
Class Ii Division 1

A group of 30 general dental practitioners were asked to plan treatment for a series of 10 Class II division 1 malocclusions of graded severity. The results were assessed against a gold standard provided by three consultants. Only 14 per cent of practitioner treatment plans agreed with the gold standard and agreement was worst for those cases requiring the use of headgear. When consultants and General Dental Practitioners (GDPs) were asked whether a case should be referred for advice before the GDP began treatment, 64 per cent of GDP decisions agreed with those of the consultants. On 13 per cent of occasions, however, the GDP would have initiated incorrect treatment without seeking consultant advice.

Short-Term Orthodontics: Reasons for Treatment and their Associated Risks, Precautions in Patient Selection

Dental Update ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 231-237
Author(s):  
Hassan-Ali Ismail ◽  
Sangeeta Misra
Keyword(s):  
Patient Selection ◽  
Clinical Relevance ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Quality Care ◽  
Scope Of Practice ◽  
Further Training ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Valid Consent

Short-term orthodontics (STO) is a concept that is being utilized principally on adult patients to correct minor dental irregularities. It is a cosmetically motivated treatment that is being increasingly sought as an alternative to conventional orthodontic treatment (COT). Although general dental practitioners (GDPs) who have completed further training can provide STO, for quality care delivery it is important to know the limitations of the scope of practice. This article aims to discuss the reasons for adults seeking STO, the societal pressures responsible for desiring it, precautions required by GDPs during patient selection and its associated risks. CPD/Clinical Relevance: Most importantly, GDPs should have a good understanding of societal pressures that induce patients' desires to seek STO. Therefore, the dental practitioner can manage patient expectations appropriately. This highlights the challenge that not every patient's desires can be delivered with STO. Furthermore, the article explains the limits and risks of STO which should be thoroughly explained to patients in the process of obtaining valid consent.

A Quantitative Study of General Dental Practitioner Orthodontic Care in Scottish Health Board Areas (1966–1975)

1979 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 171-176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sydney Haynes
Keyword(s):  
National Health Service ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Quantitative Assessment ◽  
Dental Service ◽  
Health Board ◽  
Dental Practitioner ◽  
General Dental Practitioner ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Area Health

A quantitative assessment of the true dental practitioner contribution to orthodontic care in Scottish Health Board areas during the period 1966–1975, shows that the amount of orthodontic treatment given by general dental practitioners in Scotland has diminished in the 10 year period studied. A wide variation was observed in respect of the mean number of orthodontic treatments per year per practitioner, and there was also a lack of uniformity in the proportion of practitioners providing an orthodontic service relative to the different area health boards. The findings have also shown that between 1966–1975, a considerable reduction has occurred in the mean number of practitioner orthodontic treatments commenced each year in the Greater Glasgow and Lothian Health Board areas. The evidence of this study also suggests that orthodontics should become recognized as a postgraduate dental specialty and that it would be appropriate to introduce specialist registration as a means of improving the quality and quantity of orthodontic care within the National Health Service. This should also be accompanied by certain administrative changes, as the present anomalous situation whereby specialist practitioners are permitted to practise within the general dental service should be discontinued.

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