scholarly journals Quality Control of Emergency Dental Care in Mures County

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (12) ◽  
pp. 4169-4174

Satisfaction of dental patients is an indicator of the quality of dental health care, and it is a patient-based outcome measure. The main objective of this four-year retrospective questionaire based study was to assess the satisfaction of patients who attended the Dental Emergency Medical Office at Mobile Emergency Service for Resuscitation and Extrication Tirgu Mures between 2014-2017. A total of 909 questionnaires were completed in the analyzed four-year period. The average value of staff scoring, waiting time to take over by the medical staff, doctor's time for consultation, the clarity of information received about investigations and medical procedures performed lead to a satisfaction percentage of 95.2% The score on the quality of the received medical services resulted in a satisfaction rate of 95.6% The results of the study confirmed the necessity of setting up this type of dental office that is available to all those affected by dental diseases requiring emergency treatment. Keywords: satisfaction, dental emergency treatment, retrospective questionnaire-based stud

2020 ◽  
Vol 53 (4) ◽  
pp. 206
Author(s):  
Nurul Fatikhah ◽  
Gilang Yubiliana ◽  
Fedri Ruluwedrata Rinawan

Background: Dental and oral health problems among elementary students can be resolved through an oral health programme in schools. The main factor that inhibited this scheme was that the recording and reporting still employed a manual system, making it less effective and efficient. The electronic application of this programme can help managers to complete both of these tasks. Purpose: This study’s aim is to assess the effectiveness of the electronic application that is utilised in the oral health school programme to increase the quality of the information relating to the recording of dental health data in schools. Methods: This study used a pre-test and post-test one-group design, and the sample consisted of 37 oral health programme managers in schools who were chosen via simple random sampling. The data in this study was analysed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Results: The results showed that the use of the electronic application as part of the oral health scheme influenced the quality of the information when details were recorded and reported. This can be seen in the rise in the standard of the information that was noted and disclosed when comparing data before and after using the electronic application; the average value of 1.54 (standard deviation=1.45) increased to an average value of 3.58 (standard deviation=2.84) with a significance level of 0.000 (p<0.05). Conclusion: The electronic application used in conjunction with the oral health programme was effective in raising the quality of dental health records in schools.


2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 164-171
Author(s):  
Elena Svetlakova ◽  
Yuliya Mandra ◽  
Sergey Zholudev ◽  
Marina Haritonova ◽  
Anastasiya Kotikova ◽  
...  

Subject. In 2017, the “Happy Smile” project was developed at the dental faculty of the Ural State Medical University and its active implementation began, during which teachers and students conduct preventive measures in educational institutions, shopping centers, hospitals of the city. The goal is to increase the literacy of the population in relation to the prevention of oral diseases, as well as the quality of life of the population by reducing the level of dental morbidity, the formation of professional and super-professional competencies of a modern graduate dentist. Methodology. According to WHO, the prevalence of dental diseases does not tend to decrease. An urgent task today is the development of programs and projects aimed at the health of the population. Results. In 2017, the staff of the Department of Therapeutic Dentistry and Propaedeutics of Dental Diseases of the Ural State Medical University took the initiative to create a Happy Smile preventive project at the faculty. The main objectives of the project were: the creation of a comprehensive preventive program covering all age groups of the population; carrying out activities aimed at updating the preservation and maintenance of dental health; improving the quality of medical (dental) education by involving students in medical volunteering; expansion of the territory of events to nearby cities of the Sverdlovsk region. Conclusions. Participation in the project forms significant professional and supra-professional competencies of students, which helps to improve the quality of training of future dentists. The involvement of students in the implementation of the project will increase their relevance in the labor market. Implementation of the project is a health-saving technology that reduces dental incidence in Yekaterinburg and the Sverdlovsk Region.


2020 ◽  

Background: Although medical emergencies among dental patients are not frequent, several factors may provoke sudden cardiac arrests. Early initiation of high-quality chest compressions (CC) is of crucial importance for the safety and effectiveness of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Aims: We aimed to evaluate the quality of chest compressions performed on a dental chair for the proposed procedure in case of cardiac arrest in a dental office. Methods: We designed a prospective, randomized, crossover simulation study. Sixty paramedic students were randomly assigned to the control group, in which resuscitation was performed on the floor (n = 30) or to the experimental group, in which compressions were performed on a dental unit (n = 30). We used a simulator that recorded number of compressions, rate, depth of compressions and chest recoil. Results: There were no significant differences in numbers, rate, depth of chest compressions or in chest recoil between groups. Conclusions: We proved that performing chest compressions on a dental chair might be as effective as on the floor. On this basis, we propose a procedure for safe and efficient performance of CPR in a dental office.


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (13) ◽  
pp. e97101320372
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Arruda-Vasconcelos ◽  
Lidiane Mendes Louzada ◽  
Esdras Gabriel Alves-Silva ◽  
Rebecca Figueiredo de Almeida-Gomes ◽  
Henrico Badaoui Strazzi-Sahyon ◽  
...  

The coronavirus outbreak is a global public health emergency with high transmission among the population. Over 18 million people were affected globally (06th August 2020). In most of the cases, patients present flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, headaches and myalgias are commonly reported. Lockdown measures have been implemented to control the spread of the virus. In contrast, these measures have been reported to increase the probability of psychological and physical disorders. As the pandemic intensifies, the number of patients seeking dental emergency services due to acute symptoms (i.e. pulpitis, acute apical abscesses) has increased. There is an increasing need to investigate the association between psychological disorders and dental emergencies. There is critical need for the development of public policies for mental and dental health worldwide, leading to the improvement in the quality of life of the population.


Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 876
Author(s):  
Tricia Percival ◽  
Reshma Bhagoutie

General anaesthesia and sedation are known to be useful adjuncts in the care of paediatric dental patients. There are several challenges that prevent patients from receiving care. Aim: To assess the treatment outcomes of paediatric dental patients seen at an emergency facility who were referred for treatment under sedation or general anaesthesia at a regional hospital in Trinidad. Methods: Records of patients seen at the Child Dental Health Unit Emergency clinic at the University of The West Indies Dental School from 2012 to 2017 were assessed. The parents of children referred for general anaesthesia or sedation at the regional hospital were then interviewed via telephone. Results: Most children (53.4%) were younger than 6 years old and the most common reasons for referral were the treatment of multiple carious teeth and behaviour management. Furthermore, 66.1% of cases did not receive treatment and had a mean waiting time of 4.7 years, and 61.7% of referred cases needed emergency care while awaiting general anaesthesia or sedation. Limited access to these services and the high cost of treatment were the main reasons for non-treatment. Conclusion: There is significant need for the timely treatment of paediatric dental patients referred for general anaesthesia or sedation. Improved availability and accessibility of these services could improve patients’ quality of life.


Author(s):  
Наталия Александровна Полушкина ◽  
Наталия Владимировна Чиркова ◽  
Жанна Владимировна Вечеркина ◽  
Елена Александровна Лещева ◽  
Кристина Павловна Кубышкина

Особое место в структуре стоматологической заболеваемости занимает патология пародонтального комплекса, в частности - хронический генерализованный пародонтит, который по данным ВОЗ находится на втором месте по частоте распространения среди всех стоматологических заболеваний, уступая лишь кариесу. Первые признаки воспаления пародонта начинают проявляться уже в молодые годы, а к пожилому периоду - распространенность заболеваний пародонта достигает значений, стремящихся к 100%. Решение проблемы своевременной диагностики, профилактики и лечения патологии пародонта по-прежнему является актуальнейшей задачей современной стоматологии. Генерализованный пародонтит - это не только очаг хронической инфекции и источник сенсибилизации организма, но также ведущая причина потери зубов (особенно в старших возрастных группах), приводящая к серьезным деструктивным последствиям, дезорганизующим зубочелюстной аппарат. Данный факт способен серьезным образом повлиять на качество жизни человека, делая пародонтологическую проблему не только медицинской, но и социальной. Несмотря на очевидную актуальность данного вопроса, а также большой интерес к научным исследованиям в области пародонтологии, стоит признать, что уровень стоматологического здоровья, а также оказания пародонтологической помощи, в том числе пожилому населению - далеки от идеала. Во многом это объясняется сложностью этиологии и патогенеза заболеваний пародонта, а также, нередко, отсутствием комплексного понимания данной патологии при ее терапии A special place in the structure of dental morbidity is occupied by the pathology of the periodontal complex, in particular, chronic generalized periodontitis, which, according to the WHO, is in second place in terms of prevalence among all dental diseases, second only to caries. The first signs of periodontal inflammation begin to appear already in the young years, and by the old age the prevalence of periodontal diseases reaches values tending to 100%. Solving the problem of timely diagnosis, prevention and treatment of periodontal pathology is still the most urgent task of modern dentistry. Generalized periodontitis is not only a source of chronic infection and a source of sensitization of the body, but also a leading cause of tooth loss (especially in older age groups), leading to serious destructive consequences that disorganize the dental apparatus. This fact can seriously affect the quality of life, making periodontal problems not only medical, but also social. Despite the obvious relevance of this issue, as well as the great interest in scientific research in the field of periodontology, it is worth recognizing that the level of dental health, as well as the provision of periodontal care, including the elderly population, is far from ideal. This is largely due to the complexity of the etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases, as well as, often, the lack of a comprehensive understanding of this pathology during its therapy


Author(s):  
P. P. Brekhlichuk

Lesions of the dento-alvelolar system, which develop in cases of traffic accidents, domestic, industrial or other traumatic injuries, leads to a sharp decrease in dental health, and consequently to the decrease in quality of life associated with post-traumatic changes in dental status. Purpose of work – to analyze the indicators of the integrated quality of life criterion associated with the state of dental health among dental prosthetically-rehabilitated patients with a history of maxillofacial (MF) traumatic injuries. The study sample was formed on the basis of the University Dental Clinic from a cohort of patients who sought dental care with the need for comprehensive prosthetic rehabilitation. According to the analysis of medical records of dental patients, 66 persons with a history of maxillofacial traumatic injuries were selected. In order to assess the integrated criterion of quality of life associated with dental health, among dental patients with a history of maxillofacial traumatic injuries, who received appropriate prosthetic treatment, surveys were conducted taking into account all domains of OHIP-14 (abbreviated to 14 questions version of the Oral Health Impact Profile questionnaire). Mandibular fractures and traumatic injuries of individual teeth (dislocations, fractures) were the most prevalent among study sample and corresponded to 31.8 % and 27.3 %, respectively. The main causes of maxillofacial traumatic injuries were domestic injuries (43.9 %), road traffic accidents (RTA) (37.9 %), criminal injuries (10.6 %), industrial-associated (4.5 %) and sports-associated injuries (3.0 %). Prosthetic rehabilitation of the vast majority of patients, which correspond to 56 persons (84.8 %), was performed using different types of fixed prosthetic constructions, such as crowns, bridges supported by natural teeth, or installed dental implants. Majority of patients 84.9-95.5 % demonstrated high indicators of the integrated criterion of quality of life associated with changes in dental health, despite the fact of previous surgical treatment of maxillofacial traumatic lesions. Thus, in the absence of secondary deformities after surgical treatment of maxillofacial traumatic lesions, prosthetic rehabilitation of patients with the use of fixed types of prosthetic constructions supported by natural teeth or installed dental implants helps to achieve high quality of life associated with changes in dental health. The use of complete or partial removable dentures for a similar purpose provokes a relative decrease within the integral criterion of quality of life in the structure of such domains, as physical pain, psychological discomfort and social incapacity, which is due to the peculiarities of removable prosthetic construction exploitation, retention and functioning.


2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 51
Author(s):  
Muh Nashiruddin ◽  
Anharurrohman El Muhammadi

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui korelasi antara: 1) kreativitas guru PAI terhadap peningkatan mutu pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama dan Budi Pekerti , 2) motivasi kerja guru PAI terhadap peningkatan mutu pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama dan Budi Pekerti , dan 3) kreativitas dan motivasi kerja guru terhadap peningkatan mutu pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama dan Budi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskripsi korelasional dengan melibatkan 33 orang sampel yang dipilih secara dengan metode sensus. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan angket/kuesioner. Teknikanalisis data diawali dengan uji prasyarat yaitu uji normalitas dan linieritas. Uji hipotesis menggunakanuji regresi sederhana danuji regresi ganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan ; 1) Kreativitas guru berpengaruh terhadap peningkatan mutu pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti. 2) motivasi kerja guru berpengaruh terhadap peningkatan mutu pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti. 3) kreativitas guru dan motivasi kerja guru secara bersama-sama atau simultan berpengaruh terhadap mutu pembelajaran. Hasil analisis juga menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata nilai dari ketiga variabel tersebut hanya dapat dimasukkan dalam kategori sedang, sehingga untuk meningkatkan kinerja guru dalam mengajar perlu diperhatikan faktor-faktor lain seperti: gaji, jaminan kerja, jaminan hari tua, penghargaan atas prestasi kerja, dan sebagainya. Kata kunci: kreativitas, motivasi, mutupembelajaran Abstract [The Relationship Between Teachers’ Creativity and Motivation Toward Learning Improvement]. This research aim at determine the correlation between the creativity of teachers on the improvement of learning quality of religious education and behavior, the work motivation of teachers on the improvement of learning quality of religious education and behavior, and the creativity and the work motivation of eachers on the improvement of learning quality of religious education and behavior. This research employed a method of correlation description with 33 Islamic education teacher were selected as sample by means of census sampling. Technique of collecting data employed questionnaire. Technique of data analysis began with prerequisite of normality and linearity. Hypothesis used test of simple regression and double regression.The study revealed that teacher creativity affects on the improvement of learning quality of religious education and behavior, as well as teacher work motivation affects on the improvement of learning quality of religious education and behavior. Futhermore, analysis show that teacher creativity as well as teacher work motivation affects simultaneously on the learning quality of Islamic Education. In conclusion, the average value of those three variables may be only included into medium category. Thus, to increase teacher performance, it needs other factors, such as; salary, job guarantee, pension, appreciation of work achievement, etc. Keywords: Creativity, Motivation, Learning Quality


2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-46
Author(s):  
S. L. Blashkova ◽  
E. V. Krikun ◽  
Yu. V. Fazylova ◽  
Yu. V. Blashkova

Relevance. The relevance of the problem is in the high prevalence of the herpes simplex virus. According to WHO, nearly 90% of the population are carriers. Relapses can occur several times a year, which leads to disability and impairs the quality of life. Currently, there are a large number of drugs for general and local treatment. However, they are toxic and can cause allergic reactions. In recent years, a large number of studies have been devoted to the use of lasers in the treatment of dental diseases. Therefore, the question of the use of a laser in the treatment of herpetic lesions of the oral cavity remains relevant.Purpose. The research purpose was to determine the effectiveness of the use of a diode laser in the treatment of herpetic lesions of the lips.Materials and methods. We conducted a comparative assessment of the effectiveness of the use of a diode laser in monotherapy of herpetic lip lesions in 18 patients. The comparison group consisted of 18 patients, in the local treatment of which antiviral ointments were used.Results. The results of the study showed that the use of a diode laser can reduce treatment time, accelerate the epithelization of foci.Conclusion. The results of our study allow us to recommend the use of a diode laser in the complex treatment of herpetic lesions of the oral cavity.


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