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Showing 1 to 17 of 17 for “"Dental clinics"”.
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Using Modeling and Simulation to Improve Oral Health Services Delivery in Hampton Roads, Virginia
… the performance of public health district dental clinic in delivering oral health services. Specifically, the following performance metrics were examined: average number of patients' visits per day at a public health district dental clinic; average number of diagnostic and preventive dental …
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The role of traditional healers in oral health care in the Bui Division, North West Province, Cameroon
… of 21 THs and 52 clients with a history of dental problems. It utilized semi structured questionnaires and photographs to collect data. The mean age of THs was 46.0 years (range 20-77 years). Thirty per cent of THs were above 40 years and the majority males. Nearly a quarter of the THs …
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The potential for diagnosing high blood pressure at the dentist: an examination of periodontal disease and the oral microbiome in raised blood pressure.
… identified cardiovascular risk case-finding in a dental environment (n=200). Study II evaluated clinical markers and diagnoses of periodontitis obtained in dental clinics, against blood pressure readings (n=91). Study III collected oral saliva samples to measure the composition of bacterial …
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The relationship between visiting purpose and cognition level to sedation in caregivers of pediatric dental patients
… Children usually shows anxiety and fear to dental treatment. Therefore, many pediatric patients needs sedation appointments for their dental treatments. This pilot study analyzes the visiting purpose and the cognitive level to sedation of caregivers to dental clinics. Method. The survey was …
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Identifying Healthcare Access and Enhancing Geospatial Analysis with Generative AI
… The first study examines disparities in dental care access across six regions of Virginia by comparing driving and public transit modes for both all dental clinics and those accepting Medicaid. Using a modified two-step floating catchment area (2SFCA) method, the research quantifies …
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Perceptions of the Role of the Oral Healthcare Providers in HPV-related Oral Cancer Education and Advocacy for the HPV Vaccine
… of the existing literature related to medical-dental integration and HPV is provided. The purpose of this qualitative study was toexamine the capacity and desire of oral healthcare providers to engage in discussion and education of HPV-related oral cancers and the HPV vaccine at dental clinics …
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Research on the perception and satisfaction of dental implants
… eighty patients over the age of 20 who visited 8 dental clinics and hospitals in Southern Gyeonggi region were surveyed. The survey was composed of a questionnaire with 12 questions on patients’ general characteristics, along with 18 questions on implants. Statistical analysis on the researched …
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Self-ligating vs. Conventional ligating orthodontic bracket systems (smile aesthetics perspective): Data from randomised clinical trials
… Today one of the primary goals of any kind of dental treatment is the achievement of balanced smile aesthetics, as patients increasingly attend dental clinics to improve their appearance. The main aim of the present study was to assess and compare the smile aesthetics created by the use of two …
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Two Efficacy Studies for Acute TMJ Related Headaches and Chronic Headaches
… Center in Dallas, Texas through the community dental clinics in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Questionnaires were administered to patients before and after treatment. At the time of data collection 283 participants were enrolled in the study. 238 participants (84%) of 283 met eligibility …
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Comparing Distribution-Based and Anchor-Based Minimal Clinically Important Difference Values for Temporomandibular Disorder
… collected from 101 patients at several community dental clinics. Based on the patients' initial evaluations, they were randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups: Low Risk/Non-intervention Group; High Risk/Biobehavioral Group; or High Risk/Self-Care Group. This study attempted to better …
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Oral health knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of Miswak use among a South African-based Somali population
… questionnaire to assess oral hygiene practices, dental health, and habits was used to collect data. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics in Microsoft Excel 10 and captured on RedCap. The study was approved by the Biomedical Research Ethics Committee of the University of the …
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Factors Associated With Unmet Dental Care Needs of Older Adults
… aspects of quality of life. A timely visit to dental clinics is beneficial for maintaining oral health through early detection and treatment of oral diseases. However, compared with other conditions, oral health care is characterized by its low health insurance coverage. Economic barrier is …
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Cross-Cultural Adaptation of a Child Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Measure
… 8 to 10 years and their parents attending three dental clinics in Alhasa, Saudi Arabia, completed the questionnaires. A further 75 children and their parent from a dental clinic in London and a community clinic were recruited in England.<br/>Results: The score means and psychometric properties …
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Oral Health Education of Dental Hygienist on Medically Compromised Patients.
… compromised patients which is carried out by dental hygienists in the dental office and comparing the sociodemographic variables with the actual condition of oral hygiene education, this study aims to provide basic research data to improve the quality of the oral health education for medically …
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Dental implications of genetic and congenital intellectual disabilities in Cape Town
… which has many social, financial, medical and dental implications in South Africa. The severity of the ID varies, ranging from mild to profound impairment and numerous environmental and genetic factors play a role in the aetiology. Oral health is crucial to the overall health and well-being of …
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Racial disparities in dental care provided at community health center clinics
… if there are differences by race or ethnicity in dental care provided at community health center clinics resulting in oral health disparities. This study also provides detailed information about the types of dental procedures received by patients at community health center clinics. Methods: This …
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STABLE ISOTOPE RATIOS AS A PROXY FOR HUMAN GEOGRAPHIC PROVENANCE: BIOGEOGRAPHICAL EVIDENCE FROM THE 2H, 18O, AND 13C SIGNATURES IN MODERN HUMAN TEETH
… human skeletal remains in cases where dental records and other means of identification are either unavailable to law enforcement personnel or do not yield immediate results. Stable isotope analysis of biogenic tissues such as tooth enamel and bone mineral has become a well‐recognized …