scholarly journals Relationship between Oral Health Status and Hematological Values in Pediatric Leukemic Patients: An Evaluative Survey

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 614-617
Author(s):  
Karthik Venkataraghavan ◽  
Udita Majithia
Keyword(s):  
Platelet Count ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Hematological Parameters ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
The Status ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Wbc Count ◽  
Hematological Values

ABSTRACT Introduction Leukemia is a malignancy of the bone marrow and constitutes 30% of all childhood cancers. The leukemic condition itself and its therapy cause oral signs and symptoms with significant morbidity. Aims and objectives The aim of this study was to review the oral health status in children with leukemia and relate the gingival and periodontal findings to the changes in their hematological values. Materials and method The oral health status in 47 pediatric leukemic patients in the age group of 6 to 14 years was assessed using the dmft/DMFT index, OHI(S) index and modified gingival index (MGI). Their hematological reports on the day of examination were obtained. The patients were divided into three groups based on the status of treatment. The relation between the platelet count and the WBC count with the MGI score was checked. Results The highest dmf and DMF scores were seen in patients who were currently under treatment. Though an inverse relation was seen between the platelet count and the MGI score, a statistically significant value was not obtained. Conclusion A longitudinal follow-up of patients should be carried out in order to establish a relation between the hematological parameters and the gingival inflammation score. How to cite this article Venkataraghavan K, Majithia U, Choudhary P, Trivedi K, Shah S. Relationship between Oral Health Status and Hematological Values in Pediatric Leukemic Patients: An Evaluative Survey. J Contemp Dent Pract 2014; 15(5):614-617.

Oral Health Status and Oral Health Services Utilization of Myanmar Residents in Japan

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-86
Keyword(s):  
Health Insurance ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Services Utilization ◽  
Periodontal Index ◽  
The Status

The purpose of this study was to investigate oral health status and oral health care services utilization among Myanmar residents in Japan. A crosssectional epidemiological study was performed among 152 Myanmar residents aged 18 to 67 years in Tokyo, Japan. Clinical oral examinations and questionnaire surveys were conducted from June to July, 2017. Caries prevalence for all participants was 70.4% with mean decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) of 2.72±2.91. The prevalence of periodontal disease (Community Periodontal Index - CPI code 1) for all participants was 93.4%. A total of 67 participants (44.1%) had the experience of dental visits in Japan. Most participants (84.2%) had Japanese health insurance, and the participants with health insurance had a significantly higher number of filled teeth than those without (p=0.036). DMFT (p=0.020) and the prevalence of periodontal disease (p=0.049) were significantly lower in participants with health insurance than in those without. Further, self-perceived oral health was better in participants with health insurance than those without (p=0.001). The status of health insurance was indicated to influence on oral health status. In order to promote oral health and facilitate on owning health insurance to Myanmar residents in Japan, oral health education also should be provided to enhance their oral health knowledge.

scholarly journals Feasibility of oral health evaluation by intraoral digital photography: a pilot study

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (2) ◽  
pp. 030006052098284
Author(s):  
ShuLing Guo ◽  
Yong Chen ◽  
Sreekanth Kumar Mallineni ◽  
ShuYing Huang ◽  
BaiWang Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Assessment ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Health Evaluation ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Status Assessment ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Positive Correlations ◽  
University Training

Objectives This study investigated the accuracy and duration of intraoral digital photograph examination (IDPE) for evaluating oral health status and explored the feasibility of remote oral health assessment. Methods Thirty-one healthy college students underwent evaluations of oral health status via clinical examination (CE) combined with panoramic X-ray assessment at baseline, followed by IDPE 1 month later using photos taken at baseline. Methods for evaluation of gingival health included the Modified Gingival Index (MGI) and Plaque Index (PI). Examinations of caries status included the decayed, missing, and filled teeth and surfaces indexes (DMFT and DMFS indexes, respectively). The duration of each evaluation was also recorded. Results There were significant differences in MGI and PI between CE and IDPE. There were no significant differences in DMFT and DMFS indexes between CE and IDPE, and there were positive correlations between CE and IDPE for each of the two indexes (DMFT index: r=0.56; DMFS index: r=0.69). The IDPE duration was shorter than the CE duration. Conclusions The feasibility of caries status assessment via IDPE is promising. Digital oral health evaluation merits further clinical consideration. Trial registration Xiamen University Training Program of Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Undergraduates, project number: 2018X0583. Registered 1 April 2018; http://cxw.xmu.edu.cn/admin/Innovation/NewInnovationDetail?id=6ce0a415-6131-496b-891a-6a1ae44e556d

Evaluation of Oral Health Status Based on the Decayed, Missing and Filled Teeth (DMFT) Index

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghobad MORADI ◽  
Amjad MOHAMADI BOLBANABAD ◽  
Ardavan MOINAFSHAR ◽  
Hemn ADABI ◽  
Mona SHARAFI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Dental Floss ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
The Mean

Background: The Decayed, Missing and Filled Teeth (DMFT) is a valuable index used for determining and monitoring the oral health status in a community. This study aimed to determine the oral health status and its associated factors based on the DMFT index among people aged 15 to 45 yr old in Kurdistan Province, west of Iran. Methods: This study was conducted on 2000 people aged 15-40 yr old in Kurdistan, western Iran in 2015. Using a questionnaire, data were collected by four trained dental students. The dependent variable was the DMFT index. The collected data were analyzed using T-test, ANOVA, Pearson statistics, Kendall statistics, and multiple regression. Results: The mean (SD) values of Decayed teeth (DT), Missing teeth (MT), and Filled teeth (FT) indices in the participants were 2.85±1.7, 1.15±1.84, and 3.33±1.7, respectively. The mean (SD) value of total DMFT index was 7.33±3.0. The results of multiple regression showed that the frequency of using dental floss (coefficient= - 0.296, P=0.001), socio-economic status (coefficient=-0.199, P=0.001), parental education (coefficient= -0.183, P=0.001), frequency of brushing (coefficient=-0.182, P=0.001), and frequency of the use of mouthwash (coefficient=-0/143, P=0.001) had the highest level of with association with the DMFT index. Conclusion: The oral health status of the adult population is alarming and undesirable. The oral and dental health status can be improved via changing behavioral habits (such as brushing, using mouthwashes, and dental floss), promoting socioeconomic status, increasing individual’s and parent's level of education, and enhancing people’s access to health insurance.

scholarly journals The importance of hospital dentistry: oral health status in hospitalized patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 66 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-41
Author(s):  
Cristhiane Olívia Ferreira do AMARAL ◽  
Letícia Marçal Ruthes BELON ◽  
Elza Aparecida da SILVA ◽  
Andressa de NADAI ◽  
Marcelo Sávio Paiva do AMARAL FILHO ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Hospitalized Patients ◽  
Biofilm Removal ◽  
Dental Intervention ◽  
Dmft Index

ABSTRACT Objective: This research study aimed to evaluate the oral health status and the need for dental treatment in hospitalized patients, analyzing the importance of dentistry in hospitals. Therefore, the goal of this research study was to evaluate the oral health status, the need for dental intervention and the patient’s opinion about the importance of having dental surgeons in hospital settings. Methods: 103 hospitalized patients were evaluated considering the DMFT index, gingival condition, visible biofilm index, and the need for invasive dental treatment. Volunteers were also asked about their opinion considering the importance of dentistry in hospital settings. Results: 68.9% of volunteers were male subjects and 31.1% female subjects. The mean DMFT was 17.9 and 96.1% of subjects had their oral hygiene kit with when came to hospital, 97.1% of subjects stated that the presence of dental surgeons is necessary in the hospital setting and 63.1% of subjects presented poor biofilm removal. The need for invasive dental treatment was as follows: restorations (68.9%), extractions (40.8%), endodontics (23.3%), dental pain (26.2%) and presence of abscess (7,8%). Conclusion: Oral health and hygiene status of patients were classified as poor and most of patients showed the need for invasive dental treatment. The majority of patients reported that dental care is very important in hospitals settings.

scholarly journals Oral health status of patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus and related factors, Iran: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Soheila Shaghaghian ◽  
Mojtaba Homayooni ◽  
Maryam Amin ◽  
Fahimeh Rezazadeh
Keyword(s):  
Human Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Dmft Index

Abstract Background Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) continues to be a major global issue. HIV-infected patients commonly experience oral health problems. This study aimed to assess oral health status of the patients and its related factors in Shiraz, Iran. Methods In this cross-sectional study, by using simple random sampling, 250 HIV-infected patients were selected from Shiraz Voluntary Counseling and Testing Center in 2019. Patients' decayed, missing, and filled tooth (DMFT) index, plaque index (PI), and community periodontal index (CPI) were determined. Associations between patients' characteristics and the above-mentioned indices were examined by using Pearson correlation, one-way ANOVA, chi-square, and independent sample T test. The effect of possible confounding factors was controlled by using multiple linear regression and logistic models. Results Of the 222 participants, 111 (50%) had 15 or more missing teeth and 79 (35.6%) were edentulous. Their mean (SD) DMFT and PI were 20.71 (10.74) and 1.11 (0.79), respectively. About 40% of them had healthy gingiva. DMFT (p < 0.001), PI (p < 0.001), and CPI (p = 0.002) were significantly worse in men than women. The patients' DMFT and edentulous status were significantly associated with their age (both p < 0.001) and duration of disease (p = 0.001 and p = 0.008, respectively). Unemployed patients had the worst DMFT, PI, and CPI (all p < 0.001) and the highest percentage of edentulous individuals (p = 0.003). All examined indices were significantly worse in cigarette smokers, alcoholics, addicts, and patients with a previous history of imprisonment (all p < 0.001). The odds ratio of being edentulous was 5.74 times in addicted patients than in non-addicted ones (p < 0.001). The odds increased 0.11 with every year that the patients' age increased (p < 0.001). Multiple linear regression models also showed that the addicted patients had significantly more scores in DMFT index, PI, and CPI (all p < 0.001). Conclusions Overall, oral health status of the HIV-infected patients was unsatisfactory. Therefore, effective interventional programs are needed for prevention and early treatment of dental problems among this population, especially for more vulnerable groups such as older men with low socioeconomic status, and those with high-risk behaviors.

scholarly journals Oral Health Status and the Impact on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life among the Institutionalized Elderly Population: A Cross-Sectional Study in an Area of Southern Italy

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 2175
Author(s):  
Aida Bianco ◽  
Silvia Mazzea ◽  
Leonzio Fortunato ◽  
Amerigo Giudice ◽  
Rosa Papadopoli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Dental Health Status ◽  
The Impact

Background: The objectives of this study were to describe the oral health status in the institutionalized geriatric population in an area of southern Italy and to identify the impact of oral health on the Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL). Methods: Data were collected from individuals aged ≥60 years in randomly selected Calabrian long-term care facilities. The dental health status was assessed recording the decayed, missing, or filled dental elements due to the carious lesions (DMFT) index, the presence of visible dental plaque, and the gingival condition. The influence of the dental health status on the self-perceived value of life was assessed using the Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI). Results: Among the 344 elderly individuals included, 18.4% reported frequent tooth-brushing, and only 39.9% reported the need of dental care. The DMFT index was 26.4. Less than a third of the participants had a GOHAI score of ≤50 which is suggestive of highly compromised OHRQoL. The GOHAI score was significantly better for elderly individuals with no self-perceived need of dental care and with a lower DMFT index. Conclusions: The burden of oral conditions among residents in long-term care facilities was considerable, with a high prevalence of missing teeth and dentures. Strategies targeting care providers are needed.

scholarly journals Differences in Oral Health Status in Elite Athletes According to Sport Modalities

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (13) ◽  
pp. 7282
Author(s):  
Alejandro de la Parte ◽  
Francesca Monticelli ◽  
Víctor Toro-Román ◽  
Francisco Pradas
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Elite Athletes ◽  
Team Sports ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Health Habits ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Diet Assessment ◽  
Individual Sports

Oral health status may affect physical and sports performance. The purpose of this study was to assess the oral health status and oral health habits of elite athletes according to the performed sports type. A sample of 186 elite athletes divided into individual sports (n = 74; 53 men and 21 women; 24.9 ± 9.3 years) and team sports (n = 112; 97 men and 15 women; 24.5 ± 4.8 years) participated in the study. The decayed, missing, and filled teeth index (DMFT), the oral health impact profile (OHIP), and the diet assessment of caries risk (DACR) were evaluated to assess their oral health status. Athletes in individual modalities had a lower number in total teeth, healthy teeth, and restoration index (p < 0.05). Furthermore, this group showed a greater number of missing (p < 0.001) and decayed teeth (p < 0.05) and a greater DMFT index (p < 0.001). A relationship between sports modality and prevalence of malocclusions (p < 0.01), periodontal plaque (p < 0.05), and the habit of consuming energy drinks (p < 0.05) was also highlighted. Elite athletes who compete in individual sports presented a worse oral situation.

scholarly journals Oral health status, attitudes and gender variations among governmental school children at Al-Mafraq governate – Jordan

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Leena Smadi ◽  
Lara Kharma ◽  
Asma’a Abu Abed ◽  
Eman Bny Mfarej ◽  
Asma Abdalmohdi
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Caries Experience ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Dmft Index

Objectives: Calculate the prevalence and severity of dental caries and periodontal health among school students aged 12-18 years old and their attitudes toward dental health and oral hygiene at Al-Mafraq governate- Jordan.Materials and methods: Demographic and oral behavioral information were collected; students aged 12-18 years old from six public schools distributed over three districts in Al-Mafraq governate over a six-month period had a full oral and dental examination. DMFT index (Decay, Missing, Filling, Teeth) was used to measure caries experience. Plaque index (PI) and gingival index (GI) of Löe and Silness were used to evaluate the oral health status. T - test was used for statistical evaluation. A P-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: 1165 students were examined, 51% never had been to a dentist or had any previous dental treatment, 39.6% of the students examined never brushed their teeth and 61.85 % had dental caries. The (SiC) was 4.72 with a decay representing 93.53%. Females brush their teeth more frequent than males with a statistically significant difference; p< 0.001. Females showed lower DMFT index (1.81) and compared to males (2.25) with a statistically significant difference. Females showed lower SiC (4.164) compared to males (5.186)   with a statistically significant difference. There was no statistically significant difference between males and females in PI p= 0.590, and GI; p= 0.852.Conclusions: The prevalence of dental caries among students in Al-Mafraq governate and the significant caries index were substantially higher than the target goals of WHO/ FDA of year 2015 with more than 90 % of unmet treatment needs. Girls showed better oral hygiene habits compared to boys and exhibited less dental caries experience. However, periodontal status did not differ significantly between both genders.

scholarly journals Assessment of oral health status in chronic headache patients and its comparison with healthy control

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soheila Manifar ◽  
Shamsolmoulouk Najafi ◽  
Maryam Koopaie ◽  
Abbas Tafakhori ◽  
Diba Farmanbordar
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Chronic Headache ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Healthy Control ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
And Control ◽  
Headache Patients

Introduction: Headache is a common problem with intense side effects on quality of life. Dental and maxillofacial problems, including dental infections and temporomandibular disorders may trigger the onset of headache or have direct impact on the intensity of headache. The purpose of this paper is assessment of oral health indexes in chronic headache patients and compare it with a healthy control group. Material & Methods: Thirty chronic headache patients based on diagnosis by a neurologist were enrolled in our study and thirty healthy volunteers were recruited into the control group. Dental and periodontal examination were carried out in order to evaluate of the decayed, missing and filled teeth (DMFT) index, the assessment of community periodontal index of treatment needs (CPITN) index and determination of tooth wear status and oral health status. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS statistical package (version 20, IBM). Results: Mean age, educational level, tooth brushing, using dental floss and DMFT index was not statistically different between chronic headache patients and control group. There was no statistically significant difference in CPITN index between cases and control group (p-value=0.538). Conclusion: This study suggest that chronic headache patients have an acceptable oral hygiene which may be attribute to their attempts to omit pain from head and oral region. Considering high prevalence of chronic headache, planning a protocol for oral hygiene instruction is necessary. In this regard, coordination between neurologists and oral medicine specialists can be very effective.

scholarly journals Maternal knowledge on early childhood caries and barriers to seek dental treatment in Jordan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. BaniHani ◽  
J. Tahmassebi ◽  
F. Zawaideh
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Attitudes And Beliefs ◽  
Maternal Knowledge ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Children’S Oral Health

Abstract Purpose To assess maternal knowledge, attitudes and beliefs of Early Childhood Caries (ECC) risk factors and to determine barriers in seeking dental treatment among children with ECC. Methods A total of 600 mothers of healthy children, aged 3–5 years, with ECC attending maternity and child health centres in Jordan completed a questionnaire using face-to-face interviews. ECC was diagnosed clinically by the chief investigator, based on the diagnostic criteria suggested by American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (AAPD), and caries was recorded using dmft index. Results The majority of the children had poor oral health status (99.2%) with a dmft index of 6.04 (± 1.2). Less than third (25.7%) of the mothers believed that their child had poor oral health with more than half (53.3%) not being aware that their child had dental caries. Most of the mothers had poor knowledge, attitudes and beliefs regarding their children’s oral health (82%). Participants` oral health knowledge was significantly associated with mothers` level of education and profession (p < 0.05). In addition, there was delay in seeking dental treatment for their children by the majority (65.9%) of mothers. Maternal profession, family income and time needed to reach a nearby health centre were found to be significant barriers in seeking dental treatment (p < 0.05). Conclusion The majority of the mothers of children in Jordan with ECC had poor knowledge about their children’s oral health status. Moreover, seeking dental treatment was delayed by a large number of mothers of children with ECC.

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