CONDITION OF THE ORAL CAVITY OF SOCIALLY VULNERABLE CHILDREN LIVING IN BATUMI

Based on all discussed, we can clearly indicate that in the city of Batumi, the oral - health of children, coming from socially vulnerable families, are not satisfactory, which at the later stage leads to several diseases. The reasons behind this development are the followings: the low educational rate and non-accessibility to dental and financial assistance services. Recommendations for overcoming this problem include: 1. Increasing accessibility to dental services; 2. Providing high quality medical services, in general; 3. Establishing State - Private cooperation model.

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Increasing Use of Dental Services by Children, but Many Are Unable to Secure Needed Care

Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry ◽

10.17796/jcpd.39.1.j677kp1584657r80 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 39 (1) ◽

pp. 9-11 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

HB Waldman ◽

MB Ackerman ◽

SP Perlman

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Oral Health ◽

Access To Care ◽

Low Income ◽

Oral Health Care ◽

Oral Disease ◽

National Study ◽

Vulnerable Children ◽

Dental Services ◽

National Studies

National studies indicate that an increasing proportion of children are receiving needed oral health care. However, this increase is not uniform throughout all populations of youngsters. Overall national study findings regarding the use of dental services mask the fact that, a significant subset of low-income, minority, medically and developmentally compromised and socially vulnerable children continue to lack access to care and suffer significant and consequential dental and oral disease. In addition, these same children will face continued difficulties in securing needed care as they reach their early adult years.

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DEVELOPMENT OF AN ALGORITHM AND MODEL OF INFORMATION SYSTEM FUNCTIONING FOR A DENTAL POLYCLINIC PAID DEPARTMENT

Modeling of systems and processes ◽

10.12737/2219-0767-2021-14-1-51-58 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

pp. 51-58

Author(s):

Tatyana Novikova ◽

Andrey Bodin ◽

Svetlana Evdokimova

Keyword(s):

Information System ◽

Entire Population ◽

Medical Services ◽

Dental Clinic ◽

Dental Services ◽

Specialized Software ◽

Dental Clinics ◽

System Functioning ◽

The City

Dentistry is an area of medical services that almost the entire population turns to for help. As a result, there is a huge demand for dental services, which leads to an increase in the number of commercial dental clinics. However, public dental clinics also have paid departments, which are no less in demand than commercial dental clinics. And if the staff and equipment paid offices are provided no worse than similar commercial structures, but the provision of specialized software leaves much to be desired. Therefore, the development of the algorithm and model of the functioning of the information system for the paid department of the stomatological polyclinic is relevant. The proposed algorithm and model formed the basis for the developed software of the information system for the paid department of the city dental clinic.

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Self reported oral diseases, Oral hygiene and utilisation of Oral health services among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at New Masala Clinic, Ndola, Zambia:cross-functional study (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.17069 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Thandiwe Phiri

Keyword(s):

Oral Health ◽

Health Services ◽

Oral Cavity ◽

Pregnant Women ◽

Oral Care ◽

Antenatal Clinic ◽

Oral Diseases ◽

Dental Services ◽

Oral Symptoms ◽

Oral Health Services

UNSTRUCTURED Background: Pregnancy is associated with the development of oral cavity disorders and diseases due to the increase in the levels of the hormones Estrogen and Progesterone, which predispose the oral cavity of the pregnant woman to diseases. Some of the common self-reported oral diseases in pregnancy are gingivitis, dental caries, periodontitis, pregnancy tumors and many more. In most developing countries research on the oral health during pregnancy has not been done leading to limited information to general public. The main objective of this study is to determine the self-reported oral diseases, oral hygiene and utilization of oral health services among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at New Masala Clinic. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 208 pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at New Masala Clinic of Ndola town. All participants completed a questionnaire with following parameters; socio-demographics, self-oral care, oral symptoms during pregnancy and utilization of oral health services during pregnancy. The data collected was then analyzed using SPSS software version 20 statistical software. Chi-square test was used to determine significant associations. Results: over one third of participants reported to experience bleeding gums, 85.1% reported to have been brushing regularly at least twice or more daily. None (0%) used floss while majority (80.3%) of the participants reported use of toothpick. Majority (80.8%) had never visited a dentist in their entire life while 7.2% of the participants reported to have visited a dental clinic in less than 1 year ago. Majority (99%)of the participants had never visited a dentist during their pregnancy Conclusion and recommendations: Despite the high level of self-reported oral care among pregnant women there is great need for radical sensitization and awareness about oral health during pregnancy and utilization of dental services among pregnant women. Social economic status and education back ground do not influence dental services utilization or development of oral health diseases and. However the age of gestation has great influence of the development of certain oral symptoms and diseases.

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UTILIZATION RATE OF DENTAL SERVICES IN THE ERA OF NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE IN PRATAMA CLINIC, CITY OF JEPARA

ODONTO Dental Journal ◽

10.30659/odj.8.2.131-139 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 131

Author(s):

Erdianto Setya Wardhana ◽

Mohammad Yusuf ◽

Maila Samicha Salwa

Keyword(s):

Oral Health ◽

Quantitative Data ◽

Utilization Rate ◽

Nominal Data ◽

Dental Services ◽

National Healthcare ◽

Standard Value ◽

Rate Study ◽

The City ◽

The Ideal

ABSTRACTBackground: The utilization rate is the use of dental and oral health which can be calculated using the number of National Healthcare Security (BPJS) patients per month compared to the number of BPJS participants multiplied by 100%Method: This study was an observational study used cross sectiona design and nominal data scale that produced quantitative data which was carried out by analysing the Pcare data started from March-August 2019 in eight primary clinics of Jepara City and District. Before conducted the study, Ethics Review No.098 / b.1-KEPK / SA-FKG / VII / 2019 was done.Result: The results of the utilization rate study based on the visit rates, Armina Pratama Clinic was 1.585%, Multisari II Pratama Clinic was 0.665%, Sentra Husada Pratama Clinic was 0.68%, Jepara General Pratama Clinic was 2.329%, Yasmin Medika Pratama Clinic was 2.173%, Hanis Pratama Clinic was 0.752%, Az-Zahra pratama clinic 2.945%, and Armina Denta pratama clinic was 1.885%.Conclusion: In conclusion, the utilization rate based on pratama clinic visits in the city and the regency of Jepara was still in the low to the ideal category. Meanwhile, the utilization rate based on the referral numbers of pratama clinic in the city and the regency of Jepara was far from the standard value

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A Study on the Levels of Subjective Oral Health Awareness in Local Residents from the City of Changwon and Haman County

The Journal of Korean Society for School & Community Health Education ◽

10.35133/kssche.20180430.07 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 19 (1) ◽

pp. 85-98

Author(s):

Hyun-Seo Yoon ◽

Keyword(s):

Oral Health ◽

Health Awareness ◽

Local Residents ◽

The City

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Importance of Oral Health in Pregnancy: A Mini-symposium

Current Women s Health Reviews ◽

10.2174/1573404815666190107095920 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 15 (3) ◽

pp. 156-158

Author(s):

Aditi Priyamvara ◽

Amit K. Dey ◽

Antara Bagchi ◽

Raveena Kelkar ◽

Rajaram Sharma

Keyword(s):

Oral Health ◽

Oral Cavity ◽

Tooth Enamel ◽

Relevant Information ◽

The Body ◽

Systemic Impact ◽

Low Birth Weight Babies ◽

Adverse Pregnancy ◽

In Pregnancy

Background: It is known that hormonal imbalances during pregnancy make women more susceptible to dental problems. High levels of progesterone and estrogen during pregnancy, lead to an increased inflammatory response to dental plaque thus causing predisposing to gum diseases such as gingivitis. If untreated, gingivitis leads to chronic periodontitis which may manifest systemically in form of cardiovascular, endocrine or even respiratory disorders. Also, hyperacidity in the oral cavity due to gastric reflux and vomiting leads to decreased pH thus damaging the tooth enamel making the oral cavity more prone to tooth decay and tooth loss. Studies also show that periodontal disease can also lead to adverse pregnancy outcomes such as pre-term and low birth weight babies. Objectives: We sought to understand the role of oral health in pregnancy. Methods: We identified major articles of interest in the field of oral health in pregnancy and drafted a mini-symposium based on relevant information. Conclusion: Regular dental visits and cognizant efforts to sustain a healthy oral environment can help women in the prevention and treatment of dental issues during pregnancy. The paper highlights the common oral manifestations during pregnancy and their local and systemic impact on the body during pregnancy. Furthermore, it also emphasizes the importance of good oral health practices to counteract the oral complications and the significance of oral health awareness in pregnant women.

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Will Households Invest in Safe Sanitation? Results from an Experimental Demand Trial in Nakuru, Kenya

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18094462 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (9) ◽

pp. 4462

Author(s):

Rachel Peletz ◽

Caroline Delaire ◽

Joan Kones ◽

Clara MacLeod ◽

Edinah Samuel ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Low Income ◽

Low Income Countries ◽

Health Concern ◽

High Quality ◽

Market Prices ◽

Price Point ◽

Improved Sanitation ◽

Sanitation Infrastructure ◽

The City ◽

Experimental Demand

Unsafe sanitation is an increasing public health concern for rapidly expanding cities in low-income countries. Understanding household demand for improved sanitation infrastructure is critical for planning effective sanitation investments. In this study, we compared the stated and revealed willingness to pay (WTP) for high-quality, pour-flush latrines among households in low-income areas in the city of Nakuru, Kenya. We found that stated WTP for high-quality, pour-flush latrines was much lower than market prices: less than 5% of households were willing to pay the full costs, which we estimated between 87,100–82,900 Kenyan Shillings (KES), or 871–829 USD. In addition, we found large discrepancies between stated and revealed WTP. For example, 90% of households stated that they would be willing to pay a discounted amount of 10,000 KES (100 USD) for a high-quality, pour-flush latrine, but only 10% of households redeemed vouchers at this price point (paid via six installment payments). Households reported that financial constraints (i.e., lack of cash, other spending priorities) were the main barriers to voucher redemption, even at highly discounted prices. Our results emphasize the importance of financial interventions that address the sizable gaps between the costs of sanitation products and customer demand among low-income populations.

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Health-Related Social and Ethical Considerations towards the Utilization of Dental Medical Services by Seniors: Influencing and Protective Factors, Vulnerability, Resilience and Sense of Coherence

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18042048 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (4) ◽

pp. 2048

Author(s):

Ina Nitschke ◽

Sebastian Hahnel ◽

Julia Jockusch

Keyword(s):

Oral Health ◽

Protective Factors ◽

Healthcare System ◽

Sense Of Coherence ◽

Influencing Factor ◽

Patient Specific ◽

Dental Services ◽

Health Related ◽

Utilization Of Dental Services ◽

Resistance Forces

The aim is to analyze protective and modifying factors (e.g., vulnerability, resilience, sense of coherence) in relation to the utilization of dental services by seniors at different levels of the healthcare system. Terminological imprecision in the use and transfer of existing terms (sense of coherence, resilience, salutogenesis) to gerodontology is clarified. Factors influencing a reduced utilization (static/dynamic factors) can occur isolated or in combination and, thus, model the risk of a reduced utilization of dental services (influencing-factor mechanism). Protective factors of utilization include patient-specific factors for self-motivation and factors that promote oral-health-related resilience. Resistance forces that counteract can be identified as oral-health-related resilience factors. Achieving social and individual appreciation and establishing a prevention-oriented approach to utilization will be increasingly challenging, since the population is becoming older and access is not equal in terms of opportunity. Resistance forces need to be strengthened in an ethical context. Studies should increasingly present resilience processes, determinants and modes of action at the various interfaces in the healthcare system, which can ensure sustainable medical care in old age. The concepts conveyed here are generally valid and able to point out inequalities and ageism in access to dental services.

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Effect of Probiotics and Prebiotics on Oral Health

Dental Journal of Advance Studies ◽

10.1055/s-0040-1722523 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Goutam Nanavati ◽

T. Prasanth ◽

Manab Kosala ◽

Sujit K. Bhandari ◽

Pamil Banotra

Keyword(s):

Oral Health ◽

Oral Cavity ◽

Periodontal Diseases ◽

Microbial Flora ◽

Gastrointestinal Disorders ◽

Food Ingredients ◽

Multifactorial Diseases ◽

Probiotic Strains ◽

Reducing Bacteria ◽

Nitrate Reducing Bacteria

AbstractProbiotics are the living microorganisms that have been commonly used in the prevention of gastrointestinal disorders. In recent times, probiotic and prebiotics have been used to assess and develop a natural balance of the microbial flora in the respiratory tract and the oral cavity as an adjunct therapy. They are known to augment the existing microbial flora that is beneficial to the host. Prebiotics are nondigestible food ingredients that help in increasing populations of probiotic bacteria. Recent studies have shown that probiotics help in active reduction in gingivitis, dental caries, periodontitis, and halitosis by replacing the harmful oral species, by means of utilizing abundant health-associated oral microbial species. Additionally, the nitrate-reducing bacteria have shown promising effect in improving efficiency of probiotic strains to accentuate oral health benefits. Probiotics along with prebiotics effectively alter the host–microbial interface by achieving homeostasis in multifactorial diseases such as periodontal diseases and oral malodor. The aim of the review is to collate the existing information available on use of probiotics and prebiotics in oral cavity.

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