Parental Acceptance of Silver Diamine Fluoride Treatment for Children

The present study aimed to assess the parental acceptance of silver diamine fluoride and to determine whether the acceptability level differs depending on the demographic factors and the location of dental caries. Demographic data and the opinion about the staining effect of SDF treatment on primary teeth were obtained through questionnaire from parents of 60 children aged between 2-5 years with ECC in Chennai, India. The opinion was obtained after showing clinical photographs of SDF treatment. Of the 60 participants, male parents with low socioeconomic status, tend to accept the SDF treatment more. To our knowledge, this is the first study to check for the parental acceptance and perception of silver fluoride treatment in Indian populations. The results show that parent's gender, child's gender, socioeconomic status, level of education, number of children in the family plays an essential role in the acceptance of SDF treatment by the parents. Parents with high socioeconomic status accept SDF treatment to avoid treatment under general anesthesia. A significant difference between male and female and the anterior and posterior teeth (P < 0.05) was observed in acceptance ratings of SDF treatment. Though parents have a concern with the discoloration associated with SDF treatment, most of them prefer SDF treatment over treatment under general anesthesia.

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Child acceptance-rejection behaviors of lower and upper socioeconomic status mothers

Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal ◽

10.2224/sbp.2010.38.3.427 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 38 (3) ◽

pp. 427-432 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Semra Erkan ◽

Mehmet Toran

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Personal Information ◽

Study Data ◽

Parental Acceptance ◽

Number Of Children ◽

Significant Difference ◽

The Difference

In this study we sought to show the difference between the child acceptance-rejection behaviors of lower and upper socioeconomic status mothers, and establish whether or not their acceptance-rejection behaviors were affected by their age, and the number and sex of their children. A total of 246 mothers living in Diyarbakır, 123 with lower and 123 with upper socioeconomic status, was enrolled in the study. Data were gathered by using a personal information form and the Parental Acceptance-Rejection Questionnaire-Mother Form (Rohner, Saavedra, & Granum, 1980). The results revealed a significant difference between lower and upper socioeconomic status mothers' child acceptance-rejection behaviors (t = 7.709; p < 0.05). While the mothers' age (r = .202; p < 0.05) and number of children (r = .238; p < 0.01) were positively correlated to their acceptance-rejection behaviors, their children's sex did not make a significant difference to the mothers' acceptance-rejection behaviors.

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Environment, Genes, and Alcohol

PEDIATRICS ◽

10.1542/peds.71.6.989a ◽

1983 ◽

Vol 71 (6) ◽

pp. 989-990

Author(s):

NANCY L. GOLDEN

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Low Socioeconomic Status ◽

Gestational Age ◽

Control Groups ◽

Low Socioeconomic ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Infant Outcome ◽

Gestational Age At Birth ◽

And Control ◽

Age At Birth

In Reply.— Casey's point is well taken. An association between socioeconomic status and infant outcome has been documented. Our study and control groups were not matched on that factor, but on age, race, and gestational age at birth. A retrospective analysis of the socioeconomic status of study and control mothers indicates that they are all of low socioeconomic status (Hollingshead groups 4 and 5) and that there is no significant difference between the study and control groups.

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Demographic and Clinical Characteristics Associated With Adherence to Guideline-Based Polysomnography in Children With Down Syndrome

Otolaryngology ◽

10.1177/0194599820954837 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 019459982095483

Author(s):

Philip D. Knollman ◽

Christine H. Heubi ◽

Susan Wiley ◽

David F. Smith ◽

Sally R. Shott ◽

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Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Down Syndrome ◽

Clinical Characteristics ◽

Medical Center ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Children With Down Syndrome ◽

Medical Need ◽

Obstructive Sleep ◽

Significant Difference ◽

History Of

Objectives To compare the demographic and clinical characteristics of children with Down syndrome who did and did not receive polysomnography to evaluate for obstructive sleep apnea after publication of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ guidelines recommending universal screening by age 4 years. Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting Single tertiary pediatric hospital. Methods Review was conducted of children with Down syndrome born between 2007 and 2012. Children who obtained polysomnography were compared with children who did not, regarding demographic data, socioeconomic status, and comorbidities. Results We included 460 children with Down syndrome; 273 (59.3%) received at least 1 polysomnogram, with a median age of 3.6 years (range, 0.1-8.9 years). There was no difference in the distribution of sex, insurance status, or socioeconomic status between children who received polysomnography and those who did not. There was a significant difference in race distribution ( P = .0004) and distance from home to the medical center ( P < .0001) between groups. Among multiple medical comorbidities, only children with a history of hypothyroidism ( P = .003) or pulmonary aspiration ( P = .01) were significantly more likely to have obtained polysomnography. Conclusions Overall, 60% of children with Down syndrome obtained a polysomnogram. There was no difference between groups by payer status or socioeconomic status. A significant difference in race distribution was noted. Proximity to the medical center and increased medical need appear to be associated with increased likelihood of obtaining a polysomnogram. This study illustrates the need for improvement initiatives to increase the proportion of patients receiving guideline-based screening.

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A cross-sectional analysis of local government health and wellbeing plans and priorities in Victoria, Australia

Australian Journal of Primary Health ◽

10.1071/py17025 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 23 (5) ◽

pp. 440 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Mark Anthony Alindogan ◽

Eli Ristevski ◽

Anske Robinson

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Low Socioeconomic Status ◽

Local Governments ◽

Local Level ◽

State Level ◽

Health Priorities ◽

Local Health ◽

Low Socioeconomic ◽

Health And Wellbeing ◽

Significant Difference

The aim of this study is to explore local health and wellbeing plans and priorities by Victorian local governments (LGs), specifically to: (1) analyse how LG priority areas are described in comparison to the State-level plan; (2) identify differences between regional and metropolitan health priorities; and (3) identify differences between LGs with high and low socioeconomic status. Content analysis of 79 LG health and wellbeing plans was undertaken. Differences in health and wellbeing priorities between LGs were examined using the t-test for two proportions. In total, 20% of the plans did not specify actions to address health priorities. One in three (34%) did not specify how evaluation will be done. Alcohol and other drugs, gambling and housing were prioritised more by metropolitan LGs, whereas disease prevention was prioritised more in regional LGs. There was no significant difference in health and wellbeing priorities of LGs with high and low socioeconomic status except for gambling. State-level health and wellbeing plans should be sensitive to differences in priorities of LGs. There is a need for local plans to commit to specific actions and evaluation. This analysis provides basis for more community-reflective, State-level planning and calls for more emphasis on identifying actions and evaluation in local level planning.

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A study to assess the knowledge on weaning practice among postnatal mothers

International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences ◽

10.26452/ijrps.v11i3.2519 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 (3) ◽

pp. 3601-3605

Author(s):

Beautily V

Keyword(s):

Demographic Data ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Demographic Variables ◽

Family Status ◽

Chi Square ◽

Number Of Children ◽

Adequate Knowledge ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Female Baby

The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding weaning among the working mothers and to find the association between the level of knowledge regarding weaning among mothers of infant with their selected demographic variables. Descriptive approach will be used to conduct the study. Non experimental descriptive design will be adopted for the study. Study was conducted in selected area at kuthambakkam. The mothers who are having infants and residing in kuthambakkam. The mother who has only one baby, whose age is less than one year, was the study samples. The sample size was 30 mothers of infant. The sampling technique adopted for the study was non probability purposive sampling. Regarding demographic data 25 (83.33%) women are between the age of 24-30 years, most of them are having 1-2 (86.66%) number of children. Family status in that 27 (90%) of the women they are in middle class family and the religious 20(66.66%) of the women they are in Hindu. Out of 30 women in that 21 (70) of the women they are having female baby. Regarding the level of knowledge 22 (73.33%) women’s are having adequate knowledge, 5(16.66%) women’s are having moderate knowledge and then 3(10%) women’s are having inadequate knowledge. The association was done by using chi-square test there is significant association between knowledge with variable education and occupation at p = (0.05) significant levels. There is no significant difference with other demographic variables.

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Assessment of Complete Coverage of Expanded Program on Immunization in Children at Mayo Hospital Lahore, Pakistan

Journal of Islamabad Medical & Dental College ◽

10.35787/jimdc.v9i1.501 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 12-16

Author(s):

Qurat ul Ain Khalid ◽

Imran Mahmood Khan ◽

Wajeeha Amber ◽

Aqmal Laeeq Chishti ◽

Khawaja Amjad Hassan

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Low Socioeconomic Status ◽

Immunization Coverage ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Complete Coverage ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Expanded Program On Immunization

Background: Goal of the expanded program on immunization (EPI) is to ensure full immunization of children under one year of age to globally eradicate poliomyelitis, tetanus, measles-related deaths and to extend all new vaccines and preventive health interventions to children in all parts of the world. Demographic and health survey 2012-13 showed that in Pakistan complete immunization coverage is very low (54%) to achieve this goal. The objective of this study was to assess any improvement in terms of vaccination coverage in Pakistan in the last 3-4 years.Material and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out at outpatient department of Pediatric Medicine of Mayo Hospital Lahore from May, 2016 till November, 2016. The non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to include patients after taking informed consent. Demographic details were collected and parents were questioned about different vaccinations received and confirmed through vaccination card. Data analysis was done through SPSS version 20 and results were presented as frequencies and percentages. Chi-square test was applied for association among categorical variables.Results: Complete coverage of expanded program on immunization was achieved in 86% children. A statistically significant difference was noted between mother’s education and immunization coverage of children (P-value 0.013).Conclusions: Education of mother and socioeconomic status were two significant factors affecting immunization coverage. In order to meet target of 95% immunization coverage rate set by WHO, more awareness should be created among people with low socioeconomic status along with improvement of immunization facilities in these areas.Key words: Children, Expanded Program on Immunization, Immunization Coverage

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Consumption of Comfortable Foods by Urban Adolescents in Different Socio-Economic Categories

Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology ◽

10.9734/cjast/2020/v39i4131121 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 71-77

Author(s):

Isha Chhabra ◽

Harpreet Kaur ◽

Shruti Jain

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Low Socioeconomic Status ◽

Urban Adolescents ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Age Group ◽

Mean Values ◽

Low Socioeconomic ◽

Unhealthy Eating ◽

Significant Difference ◽

The Mean

Comfortable foods are chemically processed and made from heavily refined ingredients and artificial additives. These foods are manufactured and distributed in ways that encourage consumption. This study focused on adolescents since they have greater access to comfortable foods, are more free and lesser concerned for their health. Fewer studies have been conducted on adolescents but in present scenario they are more inclined towards unhealthy eating behaviors. Therefore, the present study after careful considerations was attempted to assess the consumption of comfortable foods by urban adolescents in different socio-economic categories. Two hundred subjects in the age group of 16 to 18 years were purposely selected in equal number in the ratio of 1:1 of boys and girls. Findings revealed that majority belonged to high socioeconomic status whereas 52% boys and 44% girls belonged to low socioeconomic status. Respondents from the entire income category mostly consumed comfortable foods because it was either liked by them or they found it good in taste. Consumption of all the comfortable foods was found to be significantly (p≤0.05, p≤0.01) higher in adolescents who had high income and greater access of these food products. Significant difference was observed in the mean values of consumption of comfortable foods by all the adolescents in different socioeconomic categories.

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Short- versus Long-term Stenting in Children with Subglottic Stenosis Undergoing Laryngotracheal Reconstruction

Otolaryngology ◽

10.1177/0194599817737757 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 158 (2) ◽

pp. 375-380 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

David F. Smith ◽

Alessandro de Alarcon ◽

Niall D. Jefferson ◽

Meredith E. Tabangin ◽

Michael J. Rutter ◽

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Keyword(s):

Demographic Data ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

Case Series ◽

Subglottic Stenosis ◽

Short Term ◽

Number Of Children ◽

Laryngotracheal Reconstruction ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Outcomes For Children

Objectives Suprastomal stents are routinely used in laryngotracheal reconstruction (LTR) to stabilize grafts and provide framework to sites of repair. However, the duration of stenting varies according to patient history and physician preference. We examined outcomes of short- versus long-term stenting in children with subglottic stenosis (SGS) undergoing LTR. Study Design Case series with chart review. Setting Tertiary care pediatric hospital. Subjects and Methods Thirty-six children <18 years old who underwent double-stage LTR for SGS from January 2012 to January 2015 were included. Demographic data, stenosis grade, and decannulation rates were compared between children with short-term stenting (≤21 days; n = 14) and those with long-term stenting (>21 days; n = 22). Results No significant difference between groups was seen for sex, age, race, or previous repair. Children in the short-term group were stented for 10.9 ± 4.9 days, compared with 44.0 ± 10.6 for those long-term ( P < .0001). A similar number of children with short- versus long-term stents had grade 3/4 stenosis preoperatively (71.4% vs 77.2%). Although time to decannulation was not significantly different, 72.7% of children with long-term stents were decannulated, as opposed to 35.7% with short-term stents ( P = .03). After adjusting for grade at surgery and age, children with long-term stents had 4.3 greater odds (95% CI, 1.0-18.3) of decannulation than children with short-term stents. Conclusions Children with long-term stenting were more likely to be successfully decannulated. Although long-term stenting improved outcomes for children with SGS, additional research is needed to better define ideal candidates for short- versus long-term stenting.

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Evaluating parental acceptance for silver diamine fluoride therapy – a pilot study

RSBO ◽

10.21726/rsbo.v17i2.52 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 17 (2) ◽

pp. 226-229

Author(s):

Amina Sultan ◽

Abhishek Mehta ◽

Akanksha Juneja ◽

Maryam Siddiqui

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Decision Makers ◽

Parental Acceptance ◽

Postoperative Evaluation ◽

Aesthetic Evaluation ◽

Silver Diamine Fluoride ◽

Anterior Teeth ◽

Factors Influencing ◽

Pre Treatment ◽

Acceptance Rates

To evaluate the association of parents ’acceptability for SDF therapy with the location of teeth, child’s behaviour, age, gender or socioeconomic status. Material and methods: As parents are the decision-makers for their child, we conducted a questionnaire-based survey on 35 parents intending to assess their acceptance for SDF therapy and factors influencing their decision. For pre-treatment aesthetic evaluation of SDF application, the parents were presented with a set of pre- and post-treatment photographs of clinical cases for their observation and comparison along with the printed structured proforma. Results: Mean parental acceptance for SDF therapy for front teeth was 2.2 (SD 1.1) and 3.1 (SD 1.2) for back teeth. Cases where the child was fully cooperative, mean ratings were slightly higher for front teeth (2.5 SD 1.6) but lesser for back teeth (2.8, SD 2.2).Results showed that parental acceptance was significantly less (p<0.05) for anterior teeth and in younger children (>< 3 years). Gender of the child and socioeconomic status of parents were not associated with their acceptance rates for SDF therapy. Conclusion: Longitudinal studies with a postoperative evaluation of SDF therapy acceptance should be conducted for a better understanding of this topic.

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Epidemiologic analysis of dental cellulitis in Kinshasa city (the Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Journal of Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery ◽

10.1051/mbcb/2018038 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 25 (2) ◽

pp. 12

Author(s):

Paul Bobe Alifi Leta ◽

Jean-Paul Sekele Isouradi Bourley ◽

Fidele Nyimi Bushabu ◽

Frans Vinckier ◽

Octavie Lunguya Metila ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Low Socioeconomic Status ◽

Democratic Republic ◽

Univariate Analysis ◽

Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽

Education Level ◽

Sample Population ◽

Sugar Consumption ◽

Low Socioeconomic ◽

Significant Difference

Introduction: The study aimed to determine the prevalence, describe the sociodemographic profile of individuals with dental cellulitis, and identify its associated factors in a population of Kinshasa. Materials and methods: This was a cross-sectional analytical study conducted in October 2017 in five hospital departments in Kinshasa. The sample population consisted of patients with dental cellulitis. Sociodemographic data and factors associated with dental cellulitis were evaluated. Results: Dental cellulitis was found in 12.5% of the subjects, with a slight female predominance (58.2%). A significant difference between patients with cellulitis and those without cellulitis was observed for the following variables: education level, unemployment, and low socioeconomic status (p < 0.05). Dental carious lesions (93.7%) were the most common causative factor, and self-medication (100%) and poor oral hygiene (83.5%) were risk or contributing factors. Univariate analysis showed that for people of ages 16–59 and ≥60 years, education level, unemployment, sugar consumption, and low socioeconomic status were significantly associated with dental cellulitis. A multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that people of ages ≥60 years [odds ratio (OR) 3.12, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.169–4.14, p = 0.014], non-university status (OR 2.79, 95% CI 1.68–4.64, p < 0.001), unemployment (OR 2.27, 95% CI 1.73–4.20, p = 0.005), sugar consumption (OR 3.17, 95% CI 1.71–4.94, p = 0.036), and low socioeconomic status (OR 2.60, 95% CI 1.85–3.01, p = 0.014) were independently associated with dental cellulitis in the study population. Conclusion: Dental cellulitis is a public health problem in the city of Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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