...Adverse effects of orthodontic treatment: White spot lesions and root resorption There are a number of adverse effects associated with orthodontic treatment including pain, pulpal changes, periodontal disease, and temporomandibular dysfunction. Some of these risks are not widely understood and others offer little evidence. There are two important adverse effects that will be the focus of this discussion, white spot lesions and root resorption. It is important to first understand the background including etiology, prevalence, and associated risk factors. A discussion can then be had about preventive measures to minimize these adverse affects in a treatment plan for a patient. Ultimately, orthodontists must have an appreciation and knowledge...
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...Sondhi™ Signature Treatment System Doing the Right Things Right Anoop Sondhi, D.D.S., M.S. – 3 AlastiK™ Easy-To-Tie Ligature Development Susan Tzou – 9 The Art of Scheduling Terry A. Sellke, D.D.S., M.S. – 12 Continuing Education – 18 A recently reemphasized paradigm of business is that time is one of the most important factors to be considered by an organization. To use time efficiently, we need to choose and implement those products, processes and practices which are effective within the time we can provide, while maintaining the highest standards of service. The articles in this issue of Orthodontic Perspectives address this topic, and offer insight into methodology and products that can help you be successful in your practice. I am pleased to introduce two new members of The Leadership Committee (TLC) of 3M Unitek who will have an important role in how we serve you in the years ahead. Ajay Myer is appointed Senior Laboratory Manager in charge of Research and Development, and Norm Clason is now Manufacturing Operations Manager. Both have long histories with 3M, and I’m sure you will be hearing about their activities in future issues of this magazine. Following is an article by Mike Lane, TLC member and Manager, 3M Unitek Global Marketing Operations, who offers a view of the increasingly important role of marketing in today’s orthodontic practice. Marketing: Planning for Success By Michael Lane; Manager, 3M Unitek Global Marketing Operations Orthodontic Perspectives is...
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...having mesiodens 24 subjects (82.7%) had single mesiodens, 4 subjects (13.7%) had double mesiodens (Fig 1,2) and 1 subject (3.4%) had multiple mesiodens. Second according to shape it was observed that out of 39 mesiodens 27 (69.2%) were conical shaped, 10 (25.6%) were tuberculate shaped and 2 (5.1%) were molariform in shape. Third according to direction it was observed that 31 (79.4%) were in vertical direction, 2 (5.1%) were horizontally placed and 5 (12.8%) were inverted (Fig 3). Fourth according to position it was observed that 8 (20.5%) where impacted, 26 (66.6%) were partially erupted and 5 (12.8%) were completely erupted. Fifth according to complications maximum cases observed were of diasetma i.e. 17 cases (58.6%), followed by 9 cases (24.1%) of rotation, followed by 3 cases (6.8%) of delayed eruption, only 4 cases (10.3%) were...
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...BC- A Sumerian text of this date describes “tooth worms” as the cause of dental decay. - 2600 BC-Death of Hesy-Re, an Egyptian scribe, often called the first “dentist.” - 1700-1550 BC- Ebers Papyrus, refers to diseases of the teeth and various toothache remedies. - 500-300 BC- Hippocrates and Aristotle write about dentistry, including the eruption pattern of teeth, treating decayed teeth and gum disease, extracting teeth with forceps, and using wires to stabilize loose teeth and fractured jaws - 100 BC- Celsus (Roman medical writer) writes extensively in his important compendium of medicine on oral hygiene, stabilization of loose teeth, and treatments for toothache, teething pain, and jaw fractures. - 166-201 AD- The Etruscans practice dental prosthetics using gold crowns and fixed bridgework. MIDDLE AGES THE BEGINNING OF PROFESSIONALISM - 700-A medical text in China mentions the use of “silver paste,” a type of amalgam. - 1210- A Guild of Barbers is established in France. Barbers eventually evolve into two groups: * Surgeons-educated and trained to perform complex surgical operations * Lay barbers, or barber-surgeons, who performed more routine hygienic services including shaving, bleeding and tooth extraction. - 1400- A series of royal decrees in France prohibit lay barbers from practicing all surgical...
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...Although multiple treatments are necessary, Botox can be a great aid in weight loss. It is important to note that the injections are not meant to be used on its own to decrease weight. Diet and exercise are also necessary, so make sure to consult your primary care physician before using Botox. Decreased Sweating Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes you to sweat excessively. This disorder is not only unpleasant to live with, but it can also decrease your self-esteem, affecting your life. Fortunately, Botox has shown significant benefits in patients who have hyperhidrosis. Injections will reduce your sweating for about 3 to 6 months, so ongoing treatments will be necessary for ongoing improvements. TMJ Treatment If you are experiencing pain and stiffness in the joints that allow you to open and close your jaw, you may have TMJ, or Temporomandibular joint, disorder. This condition can be difficult to manage, since it may require wearing a mouth guard while sleeping or extensive orthodontic care. In severe cases of TMJ disorder, surgery to realign the jaw joints may be necessary. Thankfully, you can ease your jaw pain and stiffness with continuous injections of...
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...FMS • HEALTHCARE • MYDENTIST CASE STUDY MYDENTIST CASE STUDY About Mydentist: Mydentist is India’s largest chain of dental clinics with 95 clinics in India. The clinics are spread across five cities- Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Pune and Surat. Mydentist clinics stand for affordability, transparency and efficiency. All clinics across India are equipped with latest equipment and offer the entire range of dental treatments that include cosmetic treatments like cleaning and whitening as well as complex Orthodontic treatments and Full Mouth Rehabilitation. Mydentist today has approximately 1000 employees of which about 400 are dentists. Each dentist is hired after a stringent interview process. To maintain standardization of treatment across clinics, every dentist undergoes an in-house training program to help the new employees understand the processes and technique followed at the clinics. Mydentist gets over 15000 new patients every month of the total number of new patients only 10% of the patients come from Digital media. And the remaining 90% come from traditional media Mydentist currently carries out the following as a part of the traditional media activities: 1. Newspaper Ads 2. SMS campaigns 3. Outdoor Activities 4. Patient Referals 5. On site dental camps Mydentist currently spends 9% of total revenue as marketing budget. The Challenge: With competition heating up, they need to tap a larger audience base. They feel, online media, encompassing mobile applications...
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...performance Warren A. Brill, DMD, MS(HYG) Dr. Brill is in private practice and a clinical associate professor of pediatric dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Md. Correspond with Dr. Brill at wbrill@erols.com Abstract The chairside-fabricated distal shoe appliance, with a stainless steel crown as the retainer, is an efficacious and cost-effective appliance for guiding the unerupted permanent first molar into position after premature loss or extraction of the second primary molar. The fabrication technique is illustrated in this case report and data is presented on the success rate of the appliance. (Pediatr Dent. 2002;24:561-565) KEYWORDS: DISTAL SHOE, SPACE MAINTAINER, SPACE MANAGEMENT Received February 26, 2002 he distal shoe space maintainer, as introduced by Gerber1 and extended by Croll,2,3 is a valuable part of the pediatric dentist’s armamentarium, because in those cases where the second primary molar is lost prematurely, it helps guide the first permanent molar into place. In 1973, Hicks outlined in detail the indications and contraindications for the distal shoe appliance, as well as the diagnostic and systemic considerations.4 The indications and contraindications as outlined by Hicks are listed in Table 1. Hicks preferred fabrication of a cast gold appliance, although appliances with attachments soldered to stainless steel crowns or bands were clinically acceptable.4 Twenty years later, Gegenhiemer and Donly described...
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...Mantesh TABLE OF CONTENTS Cure Tooth Decay Book Description Foreword By Timothy Gallagher D.D.S. President of the Holistic Dental Association Introduction 100% Real Dental Healing Testimonials Leroy from Utah Ms. Steuernol from Alberta , Canada Mike from Ashland , Oregon Pioneering Tooth Cavity Remineralization CHAPTER 1 DENTISTRY'S INABILITY TO CURE CAVITIES Reaffirm Your Choice to Cure Your Cavities The Real Cause of Cavities Remembering Your Connection Fear of the Dentist How Conventional Dentistry Works Micro-organisms Conventional Dentistry’s Losing Battle Against Bacteria The Failure of Conventional Dentistry Chapter 1 References CHAPTER 2 DENTIST WESTON PRICE DISCOVERS THE CURE Lack of Nutrition is the Cause of Physical Degeneration The Healthy People of the Loetschental Valley, Switzerland Modern Swiss were Losing Their Health The Healthy People of the Outer Hebrides Gaelics on Modern Foods are Losing Their Health Genetics and Tooth Decay Aborigines of Australia Nutritive Values of Diets Compared Fat-soluble Vitamins and Activators Mantesh Why Tooth Decay with Modern Civilization? Weston Price's Tooth Decay Curing Protocol Dr. Price's Protocol Summarized Chapter 2 References CHAPTER 3 MAKE YOUR TEETH STRONG WITH FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS How Teeth Remineralize 101 Hormones and Tooth Decay Cholesterol The Miracle of Vitamin D Vital Fat-Soluble Vitamin A Cod Liver Oil Heals Cavities Weston Price’s Activator X More Fat-Soluble...
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...Dental plans are today available for private individuals as well. It is however important that you choose the most suitable dental plan for your oral health needs. As you reflect on your dental plan needs, it may be worthwhile to consider some of these important dental facts: Dental care amounts to more than just a nice smile. Americans are losing annually a projected 164 million working hours to dental visits and dental diseases. In addition, children are losing an extra 51 million school hours of school to dental-related illness, and in the process causing additional lost work hours as the parents or guardians are tending to the needs of these children. Our oral health is strongly linked to general health. Our dental health impacts...
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...1 Introduction to Clinical Applications Objectives In this chapter we will study • various approaches to the study of disease; • the role of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; • common causes of disease; • the distinction between signs and symptoms of disease; • terms used to describe the time course of a disease; and • common abbreviations for medical specialists and specialties. Homeostasis and Disease The body’s tendency to maintain internal stability is called homeostasis. Examples include the body’s relatively stable temperature, blood glucose concentration, hormone levels, acid-base balance, and electrolyte balance. When physiological variables deviate too much from their set point, the body activates negative feedback loops that tend to restore stability and maintain health. In some cases, such as the stoppage of bleeding, positive feedback loops are activated to bring about rapid change. If the attempt to regain homeostasis fails, disease results. There is a strong emphasis in medicine today on promoting wellness through prevention. However, this manual focuses on what happens when prevention fails, homeostasis is disrupted, and disease occurs. The Study of Disease Disease (illness) is any deviation from normal that interferes with correct, life-sustaining bodily function. Literally, the word means dis-ease, the opposite of ease (comfort and normal function). Disease may have underlying structural foundations, such as a broken bone, and its...
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...Chapter 1 Introduction In earlier civilizations, trepanization (drilling holes in the skull) was performed because of the belief that this would release demons that had entered into the skull and had to be released, if headache relief was to result. In the seventeenth century, it was suggested by Willis that the head pain of 'megrim' or migraine resulted from the swelling of blood vessels within the head. Interestingly, this explanation of blood vessel swelling is close to the belief today that such swelling is involved in migraine headaches (Edmeads, 1997). At the turn of the twentieth century, Sir William Osler proposed that headaches were due to 'muscular rheumatism' of the head. This was probably the first suggestion that muscle abnormalities might be involved. During the 1940s, Wolff carried out a series of experiments that showed that involuntary contraction of scalp and neck muscles could result in headache development. Other causes have been suggested; these were more serious than muscle dysfunction and would evidently require other medical interventions (Solomon, 1993). In the worldwide view, headache can be such a big health problem as evidenced by the establishment of the World Headache Alliance in 1997. The organization exists to alleviate the burden of headache worldwide, in particular, by sharing information among headache organizations and by increasing the awareness and understanding of headache as a public health concern with profound social and economic...
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...Raphael 10mentioned that QOL seems implicated in a wide range of adolescent health outcomes and health-related behaviors. Because oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) is a condition, which influence under many factors such as oral health status, cultural and general standard of living and also on the perception of the individual 11, therefore this study aimed to assess the association between oral health–related quality of life and clinical oral health measures, among mid-level school children in the city of Kerman, Southeast of Iran and also, answer this question whether the status of oral health can modify OIDP index in...
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...by contacting the local medical association (or its equivalent) or the local licensing authorities. NOTE: Medical service in Germany is of a high standard. Charges for private patients can be approximately the same as those assessed in the United States but vary from physician to physician. University professors are likely to charge higher fees than other doctors on the list. These fees, however, in view of the physicians’ standing in the medical community are not considered excessive. Tourists should be prepared to pay in cash when they visit a doctor. For hospital admittance, except in emergency cases, a deposit is usually required to cover a five day stay. All cities, town and rural areas in Bavaria will have University, City or County Hospitals. You will generally find physicians with basic English knowledge. Any hotel manager will assist you, in case of illness, in finding appropriate doctors or medical care. As a general rule, patients are admitted into hospitals through their physicians, except in emergencies. 1|Page Contents Anesthesiologists: 3 Chiropractors: 3 Dentists/Dental...
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...R. Ramirez Dental Clinic Software for Patient Transaction, Appointment and Transaction Record System A Project Study Presented to the College of Informatics and Computing Sciences Batangas State University Batangas City In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Course CpE410– Software Engineering By: Cultura, Kristine Dimaano, Jhun Vincent D. Ulep, Joanna Paula B. IT-3205 2015-2016 Acknowledgement First of all, the researchers would like to thank God for giving them strength and knowledge in the development of R. Ramirez Dental Clinic Software for the Patient Transaction, Schedule and Sales Record System, because without Him this project might not be successful and possible. Second, the researchers also acknowledge the love and understanding of their parents which help them believe in themselves, guided and supported the project until the end. Third, we researchers would like to express our deepest appreciation to all the cooperation, initiation and passion of each team member comprises of Joanna Paula Ulep, Jhun Vincent Dimaano and Kristine Cultura and to those who provided them the possibility to complete this project. An appreciation and gratitude we give to our instructor Engr. Jennifer L. Marasigan, who also encourage us do this project and with that the researchers develop a system that would help small businesses to generate database and transactions. To our client Dr. Roldan Ramirez, our genuine gratefulness to him for giving...
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...should know that there are some ethical issues when it comes to experimental research. You should also understand and become aware of the steps you should take to accomplish a well-planned experiment (Cooper & Schindler, 2011, p.206). There is information about the types of experimental designs and how they are different. Also discussed are the three communication approaches. Question 9.4 What ethical problems do you see in conducting experiments with human subjects? The question of “what ethical problems do you see in conducting experiments with human subjects?” is truly a multi-layered opinionated question that forces a person to ask “what would be the most responsible way society could condone such acts and what could be the worst case scenario?” The first step in analyzing this question is to define ethics. Ethics is defined as “norms or standards of behavior that guide moral choices about our behavior and our relationships with others” (Cooper & Schindler, 2011, p. 32). The key issues of ethics in experimentation relate to benefits, deception, informed consent, debriefing participants, and the right to privacy (Cooper & Schindler, 2011). It is important that the researcher “discuss the study’s benefits” with the participants “being careful to neither overstate nor understate the benefits” (Cooper & Schindler, 2011, p. 33). We have already seen the worst possible ethical problems in conducting experiments on human subjects during World War II, when Nazi Germany conducted...
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