ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00420.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00421.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00422.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Foam brushes have been used in the oral care of hospitalized patients for many years. However, no controlled study of their efficacy has been conducted. A randomized crossover study, comparing the effectiveness of a foam brush with that of a toothbrush, was carried out. The gingival condition and presence of plaque in the mouths of 29 volunteers were followed. It was shown that a toothbrush was more effective in controlling plaque levels and gingivitis.

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00423.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

The geriatric population constitutes the largest group of consumers of medications in this country. Changes in the pharmacokinetic response to medications of this population are less predictable than in younger age groups, thereby resulting in adverse reactions and drug interactions in multidrug users. Dentists need to be aware of these changes as well as alterations in therapeutic responses to the medications most commonly used in dental treatment: sedatives, local anesthetics, analgesics, and antibiotics.

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00424.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Because of the high prevalence of dental disease and consequent need for dental care in the elderly, dentists are in frequent contact with the elderly, thus providing an opportunity for realizing their social obligation to become more involved in diagnosing and reducing elder abuse. Current estimates of the incidence of elder abuse in the US indicate that nearly 10% of the elderly population is affected, and this incidence rate is steadily increasing. Problems of vague definitions regarding abuse, elusiveness of the problem, and limited interest on the part of health care professionals may have deterred dentists from more involvement In the past. Apathy, tunnel vision, and vested interests of dental professionals may also contribute to the poor oral health of the elderly and consequently decrease the elders' quality of life. However, by developing a clear understanding of possible etiologies and by knowing physical and behavioral indicators of abuse, dentists can better fulfill their moral and social obligations and greatly reduce the incidence of elder abuse.

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00425.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Institutionalized adults aged 65 or older often receive medications that have been associated with decreased saliva flow. Flow rates depressed by hyposalivatory medications are thought to increase susceptibility to dental caries. In this study, a cross‐sectional comparison was made of stimulated whole saliva rates and coronal and root caries prevalence in a group of older adults, in a long‐term care facility, taking hyposalivatory medications vs. a control group. No significant differences were found between the two groups in masticatory or gustatory stimulated flow rates or in mean decayed coronal or root surfa

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00426.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

This paper provides a survey of recent literature on the use of mouth sticks for patients who have little or no use of their limbs. Criteria for mouth stick design, types of appliances, and the fabrication of such devices are described. Details are given of a case of a young child with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, in whom a novel approach was used to allow the safe intra‐oral retention of writing implemen

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00427.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Erythema multiforme is a florid mucocutaneous disease characterized by oral, cutaneous, and ocular manifestations. The cutaneous lesions are pathognomonic because of their unique “target‐like” appearance. A severe form of EM has been termed “Stevens‐Johnson Syndrome”. Although the etiology of EM is unknown, much of the research suggests an immunological association with HSV. The diagnosis of EM is based on signs and symptoms, and a differential diagnosis should include other ulcerative, mucocutaneous diseases, such as erosive lichen planus, pemphigus, varicella zoster, ANUG, TEN, aphthous stomatitis, and primary HSV. Therapeutic measures are palliative, including a soft bland diet, topical anesthetics, and corticosteroids. A case of EM is described which underscores the appearance of the disease and its clin

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00428.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

摘要:

Cleidocranial dysplasia is associated with the formation of many supernumerary teeth which usually fall to erupt. In later life, cysts may form around the embedded teeth. The following report describes the management of such a case with a method which promotes satisfactory prosthodontic rehabilitation.

ISSN:0275-1879    

DOI:10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00429.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY