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Medicine, General & Internal
Sophie Lembacher, Viktoria Hofer, Katrin Bekes
Summary: Dental pain in children significantly impacts the oral health-related quality of life, nearly twice as much as children without dental pain. This study suggests that dental pain in children may lead to a reduction in quality of life.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
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Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Jessica Madeira Bittencourt, Leticia Pereira Martins, Saul Martins Paiva, Isabela Almeida Pordeus, Paulo Antonio Martins-Junior, Cristiane Baccin Bendo
Summary: Early childhood caries with pulp consequences had a negative impact on the oral health related quality of life of preschoolers and families, which was not moderated by parents' resilience.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2021)
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Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Matheus dos Santos Fernandez, Lais Anschau Pauli, Vanessa Polina Pereira da Costa, Marina Souza Azevedo, Marilia Leao Goettems
Summary: The severity of dental caries is associated with the impact on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) in preschool children, with higher severity levels leading to greater impact. Children with carious lesions into dentine or with pulpally-involved or abscessed teeth had poorer OHRQoL than children without such lesions.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
A. Alanzi, F. Husain, H. Husain, A. Hanif, J. K. Baskaradoss
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of untreated dental caries and its severity on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of Kuwaiti preschool children and their caregivers. The results showed that the severity of untreated dental caries was negatively associated with the OHRQoL of children and their families.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Cilio Antonio Ribeiro Junior, Mario Vianna Vettore, Janete Maria Rebelo Vieira, Ana Paula Correa de Queiroz Herkrath, Adriana Correa de Queiroz Herkrath, Juliana Vianna Pereira, Fernando Jose Herkrath, Maria Augusta Bessa Rebelo
Summary: This study found that dental pain, sense of coherence (SOC), and social support mediated the relationship between dental caries and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in 12-year-old children.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Manarin Boonyawong, Prim Auychai, Duangporn Duangthip
Summary: This study found that dental caries is prevalent among Thai preschool children, and factors such as age, oral hygiene, and maternal education level are associated with the risk of dental caries.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sheetal Manchanda, Divesh Sardana, Simin Peng, Edward C. M. Lo, Cynthia K. Y. Yiu
Summary: This study compares the effect of calcium and phosphate-containing sodium fluoride varnishes to conventional varnish on oral microorganism counts. The results show that both calcium- and phosphate-containing varnishes demonstrate similar antibacterial effects.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Sacide Duman, Feyza Inceoglu
Summary: This study aimed to determine the validity and reliability of the Turkish version (CARIES-QC/T) of the CARIES-QC questionnaire in different age groups, and to create scales specific to these age groups. Through factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis, modified CARIES-QC/T scales were developed for the age groups of 5-7, 8-10, and 11-14. The results suggest that some questions on the CARIES-QC/T scale should be excluded, but the modified scales can be used in the specified age groups.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Meng Jiang, Qiu Yan Xie, May Chun Mei Wong, Chun Hung Chu, Edward Chin Man Lo
Summary: In this study, parental satisfaction and children's oral health-related quality of life were associated with children's dental caries status, but not with SDF application.
CLINICAL ORAL INVESTIGATIONS
(2021)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Juan Sebastian Lara, Ariadna Romano, Pedroza Uribe Murisi, Tamara Kerber Tedesco, Fausto Medeiros Mendes, Armando E. Soto-Rojas, Celina Alonso, Guglielmo Campus
Summary: The study assessed ECC prevalence and its impact on OHRQoL in Mexican children aged 3-5 years, finding correlations between caries severity, socioeconomic status, dietary habits, and toothbrushing habits.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sofia Rafaela Maito Velasco, Caroline Moraes Moriyama, Marcelo Bonecker, Luciane Butini, Jenny Abanto, Jose Leopoldo Ferreira Antunes
Summary: This study found no association between oral health literacy of caregivers and children's oral health-related quality of life. Dental caries had a negative impact on children's quality of life, while having siblings and a higher age of the mother reduced the impact on oral health-related quality of life.
HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE OUTCOMES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tumaini S. Ndekero, Lorna C. Carneiro, Ray M. Masumo
Summary: This study in Tanzania examined the prevalence of Early Childhood Caries (ECC), risk factors, and nutritional status among 3-5-year-old children. The results showed a significant negative relationship between ECC and children's anthropometric measures, and a positive relationship with sugar exposure and poor oral hygiene. Controlling risk factors could help reduce the occurrence of ECC and promote the health of well-nourished children.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Rafaela Lopes-Gomes, Maria Leticia Ramos-Jorge, Izabella Barbosa Fernandes, Elisa Marotta Vieira, Isabela Almeida Pordeus, Joana Ramos-Jorge
Summary: Low mother's education, lower family income at baseline and follow-up, reduction in family income during the study period, increased daily sugar intake, high sugar intake, and cavitated caries at baseline were associated with a greater risk of caries in dentin in preschool children.
CLINICAL ORAL INVESTIGATIONS
(2021)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Basak Gunay, Mustafa Sarp Kaya, Ilker Tolga Ozgen, Eray Metin Guler, Abdurrahim Kocyigit
Summary: This study evaluated the relationship between pain inflammation due to dental caries and growth parameters, sleep disturbances, and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). The results showed that children's growth parameters, sleep disturbances, and OHRQoL improved after the elimination of pain and inflammation.
CLINICAL ORAL INVESTIGATIONS
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Maha Moussa Azab, Yasmin Mohamed Yousry
Summary: This study translated and adapted the Caries Impacts and Experiences Questionnaire for Children (CARIES-QC) into Arabic and tested its reliability and validity on Arabic-speaking children. The results showed that CARIES-QC/A had good internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and cross-cultural validity. The questionnaire can be used to evaluate the oral health-related quality of life in Arabic-speaking children.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Maria do Carmo Matias Freire, Juliana Aparecida de Campos Lawder, Joao Batista de Souza, Marcos Andre de Matos
Summary: The study found that half of the homeless population in Brazil experienced dental pain in the past 6 months, with most reporting severe pain and self-management techniques. Visiting a dentist and perceived need for dental treatment were associated with the occurrence of pain. 80.1% of individuals experienced an impact on daily performance due to dental pain, primarily manifesting as difficulty eating and feeling reluctant to smile or speak.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH DENTISTRY
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Maria do Carmo Matias Freire, Juliana Aparecida de Campos Lawder, Joao Batista de Souza, Marcos Andre de Matos
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and factors associated with dissatisfaction with oral health among homeless individuals in a Brazilian capital. The findings revealed a high rate of dissatisfaction, which was linked to marital status, drug use, and perceived need for dental treatment and complete prosthesis.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tamires Gomes de Oliveira Machado, Juliana Aparecida Campos Lawder, Joao Batista de Souza, Marcos Andre de Matos, Maria do Carmo Matias Freire
Summary: This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the periodontal status and its association with sociodemographic factors, oral-health related behaviors, and drug use among temporarily institutionalized homeless adults. The prevalence of periodontal disease was found to be high, with dental calculus being the most frequent condition. The use of dental floss was associated with a lower prevalence of bleeding.
CIENCIA & SAUDE COLETIVA
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
N. G. Nery, L. M. R. Jordao, M. H. N. G. de Abreu, M. C. M. Freire
Summary: The quality of education in cities is associated with unhealthy oral health-related behaviors among adolescent students, particularly low toothbrushing frequency and high sweets consumption. Therefore, schools need to implement appropriate health promotion strategies and provide high-quality education.
EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Roger Keller Celeste, Giovana Pereira Scalco, Claides Abegg, Marcos Pascoal Pattussi, Helenita Correa Ely, Rosane Silvia Davoglio, Maria do Carmo Matias Freire
Summary: The results suggest that the SOC-13 scale requires further adjustments. The one-factor model with nine items showed a good statistical fit, but the implications of excluding items should be further investigated, taking into account the scale's content validity, cross-cultural adaptation, and theoretical background.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
D. A. Baroni, P. Correa-Faria, A. A. Anabuki, L. G. Abreu, L. R. Costa
Summary: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association between pain/distress levels in sedated children undergoing minimally invasive dental treatment and patient characteristics, sedation type, nociception, and pain intensity reported by parents. The results showed that pain/distress levels were associated with nociception, sedation level, and pain intensity.
EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Fabiola Fontes Galdino, Paula Carolina dos Santos Falcao, Luciane Rezende Costa, Cristiane Baccin Bendo, Tatiana Kelly da Silva Fidalgo
Summary: This study aimed to develop and test a questionnaire's validity and reliability to evaluate undergraduate dental students' feelings regarding child dental care. The questionnaire was developed through focus group discussions and tested among 90 dental students. The results showed that the questionnaire is valid and reliable in evaluating the feelings of undergraduate dental students regarding child dental care.
JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Leonardo Essado Rios, Maria do Carmo Matias Freire
Summary: This study aimed to analyze the association between tobacco use and SOC among Brazilian adolescent students. Results showed that higher SOC scores were associated with lower rates of smoking experimentation, current use, daily use, and experimentation with hookah and/or other tobacco products. These associations remained after controlling for sociodemographic and/or social-environmental factors.
SUBSTANCE USE & MISUSE
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
J. B. S. Ferreira, D. C. A. Rigo, L. R. Costa, M. C. M. Freire
Summary: The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence of negative behavior in preschool children attending dental clinics and its association with sociodemographic, oral health-related, and parental psychosocial factors. The study found that regardless of sociodemographic, psychosocial, or other oral health factors, children who had teeth extracted due to caries had a higher prevalence of negative behavior.
EUROPEAN ARCHIVES OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Monica Maia Moterane, Anna Alice Anabuki, Luciane Rezende Costa
Summary: The objective of this study was to evaluate the behavior and stress levels of children undergoing restorative treatment with or without sedation. The participants were 14 healthy children aged between 2.5 and 6 years old who had dental behavioral management problems. The results showed that about 78.5% of the children exhibited improved behavior in the second visit. It was concluded that most children showed better behavior and less stress when sedation was added to non-pharmacological techniques during dental care.
PESQUISA BRASILEIRA EM ODONTOPEDIATRIA E CLINICA INTEGRADA
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Danielle Cristina Alves Rigo, Juliana Borges da Silva Ferreira, Luciane Rezende Costa, Maria do Carmo Matias Freire
Summary: This study examined the relationship between psychosocial factors and caregivers' perception of dental health in preschool children. The findings showed that 54.8% of caregivers had a negative perception of their children's dental health. Regression analysis revealed a significant association between low organizational religiosity and negative perception, as well as between high caries experience and negative perception.
BRAZILIAN ORAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Patricia Correa-Faria, Karita Cristina Silva, Luciane Rezende Costa
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of dental caries and sociodemographic factors on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of children with dental behavior management problems (DBMP) and their families. The findings showed that dental caries was associated with poor OHRQoL, and children with DBMP and more dental caries experienced a greater impact.
BRAZILIAN ORAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Heloisa de Sousa Gomes, Anna Alice Anabuki, Karoline Alves Viana, Lucas Guimaraes Abreu, Aline Carvalho Batista, Marie Therese Hosey, Luciane Rezende Costa
Summary: There is a lack of evidence on the correlation between salivary biomarkers and subjective measures of dental fear and anxiety in children. This systematic review found a weak correlation between the results of dental anxiety measured by salivary biomarkers and patient-reported outcomes in pediatric dental setting. The number of studies on this topic is limited, and the certainty of evidence is low.
BRAZILIAN ORAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Marcelle S. Morais, Geovanna C. M. Machado, Luciane R. Costa
Summary: The study found that parental pain catastrophizing did not mediate the relationship between caries experience and pain intensity, and the child's age did not moderate the effect of caries experience on the pain intensity of children in early childhood.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
(2022)
