Dental Nurses Research Articles

The opportunity of a lifetime!

Fazeela Khan-Osborne highlights why tailored implant learning can be an excellent next step for dental nurses.

Connecting face to face

Rebecca Silver discusses the importance of face to face and networking for dental nurses

Acts of support

BADN president Debra Worthington details the recent efforts of Labour MP Cat Smith on behalf of dental nurses.

Hitting your social media stride

Dental Nursing talks to Lucia Kitchen about how her clinical experience gives her the edge in practice marketing.

The effectiveness of using local exhaust ventilation, HEPA filter, and dental aerosol suction on indoor air quality

ABSTRACTIntroduction: The emergence of COVID-19 pandemic that occurred at the end of December 2019 in Wuhan, China, was a health crisis that greatly affected the world. Therefore, dentists and dental nurses are professionals who have a very high risk of being exposed to the droplets and aerosol particles generated during dental procedures. Furthermore, they also have a high risk of cross-infection from exposure to microorganisms in blood, saliva, droplets, and instruments contaminated with blood, saliva, and tissue debris. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of using exhaust fan wall/Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV), HEPA filter, and dental aerosol suction in the dental clinic of Academic Hospital Gadjah Mada University. Methods: The type of the research is analytical observational study. This study measured temperature, humidity, ACH and the microbial load in the 3 dental clinic rooms of Sadewa 1 RSA UGM in September 2020, using an analytical observational method with ANOVA to determine the effect of using a LEV, HEPA filter and dental aerosol suction in the dental clinic. Results: Dental clinic equipped with a LEV, HEPA filter, and dental aerosol suction, was negatively associated with room humidity levels, with a Pearson correlation of (-0.777), air humidity correlated with microbial load (0.242), but the correlation was not large. From the ANOVA results, the use of LEV, HEPA filter and dental aerosol suction against humidity has a significant effect on reducing the humidity in the dental clinic with p value 0.05. Conclusion: The use of an oral LEV, HEPA filter, and dental aerosol suction has an effect on reducing air humidity and decreasing the microbial load, affects the number of particles or droplets in dental clinics, and affects ACH.Keywords: local exhaust ventilation, HEPA filter and dental aerosol suction, microbial load, humidity

National Knowledge-Driven Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea—The Swedish Approach

This paper describes the development of "Swedish Guidelines for OSA treatment" and the underlying managed care process. The Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI) is traditionally used as a single parameter for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) severity classification, although poorly associated with symptomatology and outcome. We instead implement a novel matrix for shared treatment decisions based on available evidence. A national expert group including medical and dental specialists, nurses, and patient representatives developed the knowledge-driven management model. A Delphi round was performed amongst experts from all Swedish regions (N = 24). Evidence reflecting treatment effects was extracted from systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized clinical trials. The treatment decision in the process includes a matrix with five categories from a "very weak"" to "very strong" indication to treat, and it includes factors with potential influence on outcome, including (A) OSA-related symptoms, (B) cardiometabolic comorbidities, (C) frequency of respiratory events, and (D) age. OSA-related symptoms indicate a strong incitement to treat, whereas the absence of symptoms, age above 65 years, and no or well-controlled comorbidities indicate a weak treatment indication, irrespective of AHI. The novel treatment matrix is based on the effects of treatments rather than the actual frequency of respiratory events during sleep. A nationwide implementation of this matrix is ongoing, and the outcome is monitored in a prospective evaluation by means of the Swedish Sleep Apnea Registry (SESAR).

Working with the GDC to support dental nurses

Working with the GDC to support dental nurses

Why do dental nurses stay in dentistry? Share your views

Why do dental nurses stay in dentistry? Share your views

MP supports dental nurses

MP supports dental nurses

Knowledge and Practice of Herbal Medicine on Oral Health among Dental Personnel in Malaysia

Objective: To investigate the association between knowledge and practice of medical herbs related to oral heath among staffs at School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the School of Dental Sciences, USM, on 100 lecturers, dental surgery assistants, nurses, administrative workers, and dental technicians. A set of knowledge and practice questionnaire was used in this study. Descriptive statistics, chi-square and correlation were used to analyze the data. Results: The results showed that the dental staff's knowledge of oral herbal medicines was 32.8%. This indicates that they had a moderate level of knowledge. Almost three-quarters of the employees (73%) practiced at a low level (0-25%), while only 13.85% practiced at a moderate level. The findings revealed that there was no significant relationship between knowledge and practice scores and age or gender. The results, from the other hand, revealed a significant association between practice scores and the type of occupations among staff (P=0.04). The Correlation analyses shows a moderately positive relationship between knowledge and practice. Conclusions: Dental staff had a moderate level of knowledge and a poor level of practice with regard to herbal medicines for oral health. There was a significant association between age and knowledge and there was a significant association between the knowledge and practice among the dental personnel

Finding your balance

Amber Williams outlines how dental nurses can achieve that elusive balance between work and life at home.

A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial of the Dental Sealants Quality in Rural Schoolchildren Using Innovative Suction without Dental Assistance.

This study examined whether the moisture control innovation (tongue and cheek retractors and saliva contamination (SS-suction)) used without dental assistance could improve the quality of dental sealant in rural Thai school children compared to a standard treatment, i.e., high power suction with dental assistance. A single blind, cluster randomized controlled trial was conducted. Participants were 15 dental nurses working in sub-district health promoting hospitals and 482 children. All dental nurses attended workshops of SS-suction and revised dental sealant procedures. Children with sound lower first permanent molar teeth were simple-randomly assigned to either an intervention or control group. The children in the intervention group were sealed with SS-suction, and the children in the control group were sealed with high power suction and dental assistance. There were 244 children in the intervention group and 238 children in the control group. Dental nurses' satisfaction on SS-suction was record by visual analogue scale (VAS) for each tooth during treatment. After 15-18 months, caries on sealed surfaces were examined. The results showed that the median satisfaction score of SS-suction was 9 out of 10, and 17-18% children experienced uncomfortable sensation during insertion or removal. The uncomfortable feeling disappeared once the suction was in place. Caries on sealed surfaces did not differ significantly between the intervention and control groups. Caries on the occlusal surface was present in 26.7% and 27.5%, and caries on the buccal surface was present in 35.2% and 36.4% of cases in the intervention and control groups, respectively. In conclusion, dental nurses were satisfied with SS-suction in terms of both function and safety. The effectiveness of SS-suction was compatible with the standard procedure after 15-18 months.

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'I feel so happy that dental nursing is being recognised'

'I feel so happy that dental nursing is being recognised'

What factors encourage dental nurses to remain working in the UK dental sector?

What factors encourage dental nurses to remain working in the UK dental sector?

Using live stream technology to conduct workplace observation assessment of trainee dental nurses: an evaluation of effectiveness and user experience

Aim/objectiveThis study evaluates the effectiveness and users’ experience of using live stream technology to conduct workplace observation assessments of trainee dental nurses. Information on the usability, accessibility, and general satisfaction of this technological technique were collected.Materials and methodsThis nationwide cross-sectional survey was conducted in Scotland and included one focus group and three online questionnaires with qualitative and quantitative questions. The quantitative responses were described using standard descriptive analysis, while the quantitative data were investigated using thematic analysis.ResultsEighty-one trainee dental nurses, 35 clinicians and 19 assessors participated in this study. Live stream observation was generally well received by the trainee dental nurses and clinicians, who thought that it had helped increase their confidence to perform practical skills. The assessors also stated that overall satisfaction was high, and that live stream observation met their expectations for efficacy. However, several technical challenges, such as network issues were brought up by responders.ConclusionThis study provides evidence that workplace observation assessments can be performed in the future by using live stream technology. However, additional investigation and comparison will aid in determining the most effective way of using this approach and providing feedback to promote learning among dental trainees.

Clinical governance – a dental nurses tool

Dominic Innes-Taylor and Bronagh McGuckin outline the relevance of clinical governance, providing guidance on its application.

Recruitment and retention in dentistry in the UK: a scoping review to explore the challenges across the UK, with a particular interest in rural and coastal areas.

Introduction There is currently reduced access to NHS dental services in the UK, particularly in England, with rural and coastal areas significantly affected. Recruitment and retention in dentistry has been highlighted as an issue contributing to the problem.Objectives To explore what is known or unknown about recruitment and retention of the dental workforce in the UK, with a particular focus on rural and coastal areas. We were keen to gain information relating to factors affecting recruitment and retention, geographical distribution of the workforce, anticipated challenges, strategies or proposals to assist workforce planning and the extent of empirical research.Methods Searches for peer-reviewed literature and reports were undertaken and included when they met the eligibility criteria. Data were extracted and the findings narratively synthesised.Discussion The findings suggested wide ranging recruitment and retention issues of the dental workforce in the UK. Most issues were associated with NHS dentists, followed by dental nurses across both the NHS and private sectors. The worst affected parts of the country were rural and coastal areas.Conclusion It appears from the evidence that there are many dental professionals discussing recruitment and retention issues, followed by stakeholders. However, there is limited research and data to initiate change.

Effectiveness of Implementation of Positive Parenting in Family Dental Nursing Care in Peuniti Village, Banda Aceh City

BACKGROUND: Dental caries are still a health problem for children. One of the factors that play a role in children’s oral health is their parents. Parents are responsible for understanding the importance of maintaining oral health. AIM: The study aimed the effectiveness of the application of positive parenting in family dental nursing care on changes in the caries risk score of children in Peuniti Village, Banda Aceh City. METHODS: This research is quasi-experimental. The research design used was the equivalent control group design with pre-test and post-test. The population in this study were all families in Peuniti Village, Banda Aceh City which were included in the inclusion criteria as respondents. The sample in this study was selected by purposive sampling as many as 60 respondents were divided into two group the intervention group and control group. Data analysis was bivariate, using paired sample t-test and independent t-test. RESULTS: The results showed that there was no difference in the mean values of knowledge, attitudes, actions of mothers, and child caries risk scores before the intervention (pre-test) in the treatment group and the control group which was statistically significant (p > 0.05). There were differences in the mean values of knowledge, attitudes, actions of mothers, and children’s caries risk scores immediately after the intervention and 2 weeks after the intervention between the treatment group and the control group which were statistically significant (p < 0.05). There was a change in the average value of knowledge, attitudes, actions of mothers, and children’s caries risk scores after the application of positive parenting in family dental nursing care in the treatment group was statistically significant (p < 0.05). This research was entirely self-funded. CONCLUSION: There was a change in the average value of knowledge, attitudes, actions of the mother, and the child’s caries risk score after the application of positive parenting. Application of effective positive parenting in family dental nursing in Banda Aceh City.

GAMBARAN KETERAMPILAN MENYIKAT GIGI DENGAN PENURUNAN INDEKS PLAK PADA SISWA/I SDN 123 HUTABARGOT DOLOK

Brushing teeth is intended to remove plaque from tooth surface in order to forestall the incidence of plaque accumulation. Skill in brushing teeth is generally suggested to remove soft deposit from tooth surface so that the accumulation of plaque can be avoided. The objective of the research was to find out the skill in brushing teeth on decreasing plaque index in the students of SN 123 Hutabargot Dolok, in 2015.The research was a descriptive survey which was performed by direct examination on plaque index. The population was 160 students, and16 of them were used as the samples. The result of the research showed that there was the difference in plaque index value in the respondents. Before the counseling about the skill in brushing teeth was provided, none of the respondents (0%) had good knowledge, 2 of them (12.5%) had moderate knowledge, and 14 of them (87.5%) had bad knowledge. After the counseling, 2 respondents (12.5%) had good knowledge, 8 respondents (50%) had moderate knowledge, and 6 respondents (37.5%) had bad knowledge. The conclusion of the research was that counseling about the skill in brushing teeth for the students at SDN 123 Hutabargot Dolok, in 2015, had increased their knowledge of brushing teeth. It is recommended that dental nurses provide counseling about dental and oral health, especially about the skill in good and correct tooth brushing so that dental and oral health can be maintained.