Private Dental Institution Research Articles

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Oral Cancer Among Dental Students From Two Private Colleges in Pakistan: A Comparative Study.

Globally, oral cancer is still a major public health concern, with different lifestyle and socioeconomic variables influencing its occurrence. This study compared the prevalence and risk factors of oral cancer among students from private colleges in Pakistan, identifying patterns and variations in risk profiles within this group. This six-month cross-sectional research was carried out at Azra Naheed Dental College and Rahbar College of Dentistry, two private dental institutions in Lahore, Pakistan. Four hundred and thirty students between the ages of 18 and 30 who were split evenly between the two schools made up the sample. A well-structured questionnaire including lifestyle variables, oral cancer awareness, and demographic information was used to gather data. Dental practitioners with training conducted clinical oral exams to look for any indications of oral lesions. The demographic variables were summed up using descriptive statistics, and the relationships between risk factors and the prevalence of oral cancer were assessed using multivariate logistic regression analysis. A p-value of less than 0.05 was used to define statistical significance. Among the 430 students, 215 were from Azra Naheed Dental College and 215 were from Rahbar College of Dentistry; 12 students (5.58%) at Azra Naheed and 19 students (8.84%) at Rahbar College were found to have oral lesions. Regarding lifestyle factors, 69 students (32.22%) at Azra Naheed and 62 students (28.89%) at Rahbar College reported current tobacco use. Regular betel quid chewing was observed in 93 students (43.33%) at Azra Naheed compared to 77 students (35.56%) at Rahbar College. Dietary habits showed that 148 students (68.89%) at Azra Naheed and 138 students (64.44%) at Rahbar College consumed a diet high in processed foods. The multivariate logistic regression analysis identified significant risk factors for oral cancer, including current tobacco use (odds ratio (OR) = 2.15, p = 0.001), regular betel quid chewing (OR = 2.87, p < 0.001), and a diet high in processed foods (OR = 1.62, p = 0.021). The research identifies important risk factors for oral cancer among dentistry college students, pointing to the need for focused preventative and educational initiatives to address lifestyle-related concerns.

Knowledge and Attitude of Undergraduate Dental Students towards Research in a private dental institute, karachi

Abstract: Background: Scientific research in healthcare is crucial for maintaining oral health and for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral disorders. Actually, it is regarded as a basic skill and one of the important areas in the medical education curriculum related to health care. The objective of this study was to evaluation the knowledge and attitude of undergraduate students towards research Methodology: A cross sectional study was conducted from BDS students using non probability convenient sampling technique. Study was conducted from a private dental institute from December 2023-may 2024. The estimated sample size was 160 using Open epi version 3.01, after inserting the prevalence 88.2% participants feel that they can plan and prepare research, with 95% confidence interval and 5% margin of error. Results: The research was conducted on 168 students from different BDS years. The majority of participants were in the age group of 20-25years (73.8%). Of the students, 40.5% were familiar with the literature review procedure; the majority of participants were from BDS's second and third years. About 42.8% of students expressed interest in pursuing this research as part of their dental profession. Reasons given by students for not being interested in doing research, 27% of the student recommended lack of time and lack of resources as the limitation in pursing research study. Conclusion: Research culture needs to be promoted since it benefits patients' health and the community that students will serve in addition to their career paths. It takes a foundational understanding of research methodology to practice medicine and dentistry competently. Engagement in research is the most effective means of achieving this familiarity Keywords: biomedical research, curriculum, students, evidence based medicine, research design, developing countries

Denture-related Oral Mucosal Lesions in a Private Dental Institute: A Retrospective Study

Denture-related Oral Mucosal Lesions in a Private Dental Institute: A Retrospective Study

Predicting Success: A Comprehensive Analysis of High School and Admission Test Scores on Future Academic Performance of Dental Students.

Introduction Dental school admissions in Pakistan traditionally rely on Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC), University of Health Sciences (UHS), and National Testing Service (NTS) scores, with limited research available on their predictive validity for dental school performance. This study aims to investigate the correlation between a student's first-year dental school performance and their HSSC, UHS, and NTS scores. Methods A total of 282 records, spanning the years 2016 to 2020, were obtained from a single private dental institution. The data included HSSC, UHS, and/or NTS scores, with the first professional examination results as the dependent variable. Statistical analysis was conducted using the StatisticalPackage for the Social Sciences (IBMSPSSStatisticsforWindows,IBMCorp., Version 25.0, Armonk,NY), encompassing descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlation coefficients, and multiple regression analysis. Results Pearson's coefficients revealed weak to moderate positive correlations between the first professional examination and HSSC (r=0.209, p<.01), UHS (r=0.344, p<.01), and NTS (r=0.350, p<.01), all statistically significant at p < 0.01. Multiple regression analysis indicated that UHS scores contributed the highest explanatory power (R² = 0.146) in predicting first professional examination results. Conclusion A positive correlation between HSSC, UHS, and NTS scores with dental students' performance in the first professional examination is observed. However, the correlations are moderate, highlighting the importance of incorporating assessments that consider cognitive, behavioral, and skill-related aspects in admissions processes. Given the evolving landscape of dental education, these findings underscore the need for a holistic approach to identify candidates better equipped to serve the healthcare sector.

Oral Hygiene Index in Children Aged 7-10 Years with Stainless Steel Crowns: Retrospective Study

Introduction: Stainless steel crowns are the best treatment option for restoring primary carious teeth. However maintaining good oral hygiene in children with crowns can be difficult. Plaque and calculus deposits in these teeth will damage the usual teeth nearby.&#x0D; Materials and Methods: This study was done to determine the OHI score in children under the age group of 7-10 years with stainless steel crowns. Data was gathered from a private dental institution's patient record system, with gender and the inclusion criteria was patients with stainless steel crowns. The study was conducted between September 2020 and March 2021. 114 patients meeting the inclusion and exclusion requirements being included in the report. Chi square test and descriptive analysis was done.&#x0D; Results: More than 50% of the children with stainless steel crowns had moderately good OHI scores. Girls had better oral hygiene scores compared to boys.&#x0D; Discussion: Males generally visit the dentist less frequently than females, and seek oral therapy for an acute condition rather than disease prevention. Females have more positive views toward dental appointments, are more knowledgeable about oral health, and practice better oral hygiene than females.&#x0D; Conclusion: Girls with stainless steel crowns had better oral hygiene scores compared to boys.

Prevalence Of Different Stages Of Oral Submucous Fibrosis In India: A Cross Sectional Study

Background: Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF) is a persistent and gradually developing disorder that impacts the mouth and occasionally the throat. It is marked by an inflammatory response just beneath the epithelium and alterations in the fibroelastic components of the lamina propria. These changes result in stiffness of the oral mucosa, limited mouth opening (trismus), and challenges with eating. OSMF is distinguished by its significantly elevated potential to progress into malignancy, compared to other oral lesions with a risk of malignancy, predominantly affecting those of Indian and Southeast Asian descent. The global prevalence rate stands at 2.28% - 8.62%, with a notable gender disparity in occurrence and a malignant transformation rate of 4.2%. Aim: The objective of this research is to evaluate the prevalence and distribution by gender of OSMF stages within a private dental institution, with a particular emphasis on examining the relationship between the frequency of the disease and the occurrence of its stages. Materials and Methods: Over a period of 32 months, a cross-sectional analysis was carried out in the outpatient section of the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology. After receiving approval from the ethics committee, 337 individuals diagnosed with OSMF were selected for inclusion in the study, with information categorized according to gender and age. Results: The study found a significant male predominance (94%) among the patients, with a mean age of 31-50 years. Stage 2 OSMF was more prevalent among both genders, followed by stage 3 and 1, indicating a specific pattern of disease progression. Discussion: Consistent with previous studies, our research confirmed a male predominance in OSMF occurrence. The age and stage distribution aligns partially with existing literature, suggesting a predominant affliction of individuals in their mid-life. Contrary to Anuna Liala Mathew et al.'s findings, our study observed a higher prevalence of stage 2 OSMF, underscoring potential variations in disease progression or detection practices. Conclusion: OSMF presents a significant public health challenge due to its high malignant transformation potential and association with arecanut and tobacco use. This study highlights the urgent need for public education on the adverse effects of these substances and calls for enhanced awareness and management strategies for OSMF, particularly considering its prevalence and severity among males in the studied population.

Perception of Prophylactic Root Canal Therapy for Teeth used as Abutments in Fixed Partial Dentures among Dental Surgeons in Maharashtra and Kerala: A Questionnairebased Cross-sectional Survey

Introduction: The pulps of healthy teeth used as abutments for Fixed Partial Dentures (FPD) undergo mechanical and thermal stresses during tooth preparation. The remaining dentin thickness, the heat produced during tooth preparation, and the permeability of dentinal tubules influence the severity of pulpal injury. Prophylactic Root Canal Therapy (RCT) could be an option to provide better outcomes for FPD treatment. Aim: To assess dentists’ perception regarding the need for prophylactic RCT of abutment teeth in FPD through a questionnaire. Materials and Methods: A Questionnaire based Cross-sectional Surve was conducted among 200 dental professionals in the Indian states of Kerala and Maharashtra over a period of two months. The participants included dental professionals from private clinics, dental Institutions, and postgraduate students in these states. The Chi-square test of proportion was performed to assess significant differences between each response. Results: Total 67 out of 200 practitioners, accounting for 33.5%, recommended prophylactic RCT, while 60 (30%) practitioners disagreed with it. A total of 152 (76%) practitioners suggested clinical assessment of abutment teeth before starting the tooth preparation. Total 70 (35%) practitioners had never experienced pulpal damage in abutment teeth in their clinical practice. In contrast, 127 (63.5%) practitioners experienced pulpal damage in less than half of the total cases, and 3 (1.5%) practitioners experienced failures like pulp necrosis or irreversible pulpitis in more than half of the total cases. Conclusion: Total 33.5% of the surveyed dental practitioners recommended prophylactic endodontic treatment for abutment teeth in FPDs. Implementing precise elective RCT guidelines into dental curricula was suggested as a potential avenue to enhance decision-making and improve patient outcomes by reducing the incidence of pulpal damage beneath FPDs.

Association of Age, Gender, and Site of Implant Placement: An Institution-Based Retrospective Study.

Tooth loss is an undesirable condition that leads to functional, esthetic and social damage, having an impact on an individual's quality of life. Dental implants are man-made tooth root replacements that are increasingly used to replace a missing tooth. It is important to gather demographic data in order to take precautions before the possible failures. Hence the objective of this study was to retrospectively determine the association between age, gender, and site of implant placement in patients reporting to a private dental institution. This study was carried out from the data obtained from the case records of 1281 patients who had undergone implant therapy. Chi-square test was applied to see associations of gender, age and implant site. The results show that a maximum number of 348 implants (27.7%) were placed in patients aged between 41-50 years. The patient pool consisted of 705 (55%) females and 576 (45%) males. A maximum of 228 implants (17.80%) were placed in region 46 and 224 implants (17.49%) in region 36. Only 2 implants (0.2%) were placed in region 41. There was a positive association between age, gender and site of implant. In those aged 20-30 years, 20.53% of implants were placed, 26.23% in 31-40 years, 27.1% in 41-50 years, 17.95% in 51-60 years and 8.11% in 61-70 years of age. In male, a maximum of 124 implants (54.4%) were placed in region 46 and only 1 implant (50%) in region 41. In females, region 36 had a maximum of 110 implants (49.1%), and the least number of implants were placed in regions 31 and 41. In this study, it can be concluded that general factors such as age and gender had a significant effect on the site of implant placement.

The Geospatial Analysis of Patients Seeking Dental Care at a Private Dental Institution in Chennai, India.

Background and aim Assessing the priority of the patient towards dental needs while considering the distance traveled by them is important to improve a dental service.The purpose of this study was to rank the patients' felt needs for dental care in the private dental institution in order of importance. The objective is to count the number of patients with various major complaints and compare how far patients traveled for various treatment plans tailored to their individual needs in a private dental institution. Material and methods The sample consisted of all new patients who sought dental care at Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, India, between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2022. Retrospective data from the dental information archive system was gathered on their primary chief complaint and residential address.Frequency distribution of patients with different chief complaints was found. The mean and standard deviation of distance traveled by patients for different treatment plans was done using descriptive statistics using IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 22 (Released 2013; IBM Corp., Armonk, New York, United States). Results The priority order of the felt need by the patients was dental pain in which n=1299 (15.4%) >missing teeth with n=1224 (14.59%) > deposit/stains/halitosis n=1149 (13.6%) > shaking tooth n=936 (11.15%) > irregularly placed/proclined teeth n=852 (10.15%) > dislodged crown/restoration n=843 (10.05%) > tooth decay/discoloration n=759 (9%) > general checkup n=723 (8.6%) > swelling/ulcer/wound n=246 (2.93%) > painful jaw/facial pain/difficult mouth opening n=198 (2.26%). In 2022, most patients requiring caries preventive measure (0.8%) located at the mean distance of 10.75±2.2 km, while patients requiring scaling (16.9%), dental filling (10.9%), endodontic management (18.6%), extraction (23.7%), prosthetic replacement (13.9%), orthodontic management (10.9%), and facial pain management (2.2%) were located at the mean distance of 14.49±8.2 km, 10.28±6.25 km, 18.43±13.9 km, 14.29±6.6 km, 23.49±11.8 km, 11.76±8.13 km, and 45.32±17.35 km, respectively. Conclusion More number of patients traveled long distances even more than 50 km for painful tooth decay. Also, lots of patients were found to seek replacement of their missing teeth next to pain. Thus, dental pain and missing teeth form a major priority of the patient's felt dental need. Also, the patient had traveled a lot for facial pain management compared to other treatment needs which shows the lack of facial pain management practice by dental care centers near their local residence.

Factors To Be Evaluated in Children Undergoing Dental Treatment Under General Anaesthesia - A Retrospective Study

Introduction: General anaesthesia is the reversible state of unconsciousness that results in coma with loss of protective reflexes. GA in dentistry is the most cost effective and practiced mode of treatment. A definite group of patients who are not cooperative to the normal treatment will be treated only by giving general anesthesia. The potential risk factors for the usage of GA are emergency surgery, anaesthesiologist error, fluctuations in Blood pressure and Heart rate, Palor, Jaundice, Cyanosis and cardiovascular and pulmonary problems. Aim: The aim was to examine factors evaluated among children undergoing general anaesthesia for dental rehabilitation. Materials and methods: The study was implemented in a private dental institution, Chennai, India. Ethical approval was obtained from the Institutional review board prior to the start of the study. Total 140 children treated under GA were included in the study. Data was collected with following parameters like age, Gender, pallor, Jaundice, cyanosis, Blood pressure, Respiratory system examination, Cardiovascular system examination. The collected data was divided into 3 groups 0-5, 6-10 and 11-15 years and was analysed using SPSS statistical software. Data analysis done using chi square test and pearson correlation was done. p value &lt; 0.005 was considered statistically significant. Results and Discussion: In a total of 140 patients, different factors such as pallor. jaundice were taken in consideration and the analysis was done with comparison of ages. It is seen that most of the children who are accepted for the procedure are children in the age group of 0-5 years, followed by 6-10 years and the least percentage of acceptance is 11-15 years. Conclusion: Within the limits of the study, some factors have been examined by the dental practitioner before General Anesthesia. Majority of the children show the absence of the pallor, jaundice and cyanosis.

Association of Time of Trauma and Visit to The Dental Clinic

Dental trauma is injury to the mouth, including teeth, lips, epoxies, lingo, and jawbones. Soft towel injuries to the mouth and dental trauma are generally veritably painful and should admit prompt treatment. It's a single centered retrospective study. Data was collected from the case record system used in private dental institutions and following parameters similar as gender, age of the children with post traumatic history. Case details were analyzed between June 2020 to January 2021 out of which 287 cases who fulfilled the addition and rejection criteria were included in the study. The data obtained was statistically analyzed using SPSS software. In this study, it is observed that time taken by maximum patients was more than 2 months and male children are prone to traumatic injury. Awareness on earlier dental visits with respect to dental trauma and complication of time delay should be improved among general society.

Knowledge, attitude, and practice of dentists in the management of medical emergencies in India: A cross-sectional study

BackgroundA medical emergency is an acute, unanticipated medical reaction or complication that threatens the patient's life or health and necessitates rapid attention or intervention. Since these emergencies can be life-threatening, the dentist's readiness is critical to avoid morbidity, mortality, and legal complications. Therefore, this study aims to assess dental students' and practitioners' knowledge, attitude, and practice in managing medical emergencies in India. Material and methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted at a private dental institute among 420 participants (318 males and 102 females) using a customized questionnaire consisting of sixteen questions - one open-ended and fifteen closed-ended. The data obtained was analysed using Chi-square test, Kruskal-Wallis H test, Mann –Whitney U test, and Spearman's rank correlation coefficient test. ResultsOut of the 420 respondents, 416 (99.05 %) respondents believed that it is essential to obtain patients’ vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature) before starting any treatment. However, 345 (82.14 %) respondents had not taken any course in managing medical emergencies and only 196 (46.67 %) respondents were confident in handling a medical emergency. There was a statistically significant association (P < 0.05) between the various qualifications and responses for the majority of the questions. ConclusionThere is a general lack of knowledge among all the respondents and a lack of positive attitude among undergraduates in dealing with medical emergencies.

Supervisory Practices in Dental Program: Basis for a Proposed Supervisory Model

Introduction Ineffective supervisory practices can be one of the possible causes of poor students’ academic performance. The aim of supervision is basically to promote student’s learning, reflective practice and improving patient safety and the quality of patient care. To date, there have been limited studies on the supervisory practices in the dentistry program. This prompted the researcher to assess their supervisory practices. The respondents’ supervisory practices will practically serve as a basis for a proposed a supervisory model that can be helpful for the dental institutions in the future. Supervisory models aim to improve faculty member’s performances and provide them with the assistance that they need for the improvement of instruction as well as to provide quality education for the students. Methods The study used descriptive research method. Qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection were employed. A researcher-made questionnaire was used in gathering data for the study. Deans, Academic heads, Department heads or Section heads and faculty members from the selected private dental institutions in National Capital Region were selected as the respondents of the study. Results and Discussion The main findings of the study indicated that for instructional supervision in terms of instructional improvement, offering continuing professional development trainings for the faculty members at school level got the highest mean. On the other hand, for curriculum development, highest is on identifying the problems in the implementation of existing. Results for clinical dentistry supervision in terms of instructional improvement indicated that offering continuing professional development trainings for the clinical instructors at school level also obtained the highest mean. Curriculum development contributes in the professional competencies of clinical instructors by providing the latest information on materials as evidenced by the highest mean obtained. With regard to community dentistry supervision in terms of instructional improvement, highest mean is on offering continuing professional development trainings for the fieldwork preceptors at school level. Lastly, in terms of curriculum development, highest is on the indicator on helping in the identification of the problems in the implementation of the existing policies in the community outreach. The study further revealed that continuing professional development for faculty members is of utmost importance to the deans and academic heads. Finally, there is a felt need to help the faculty members in the selection of appropriate resources like teaching aids. The deans and academic heads of the different dental institutions address the problems in the delivery of instructions. There is a need to convene the stakeholders in a meeting for curriculum evaluation and validation. Providing feedback is needed particularly in the fieldwork preceptors on the service rendered. Based on the findings and conclusions, it is therefore recommended to strengthen the offering of professional development as a part of the instructional supervision of the administrators and inclusion of the variables in the continuing professional development of the faculty and explore the possibilities of convening the stakeholders regularly for curriculum evaluation and validation. Further studies should also be done in order to validate and evaluate the proposed supervisory model.

Evaluating Skills and Confidence Status of House Officers in Managing Dental Patients: A Mixed Method Study in a Private Dental Institute of Karachi

Objective: To evaluate the skills and confidence status of house officers in managing dental patients.&#x0D; Study Design: Mixed method (Sequential-explanatory) study.&#x0D; Place and Duration of Study: Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine, Karachi Pakistan, from Mar 2019 to Mar 2020.&#x0D; Methodology: A self-administered questionnaire was developed for the 1st phase of the study. After validation from the content experts, a pilot test was run on 18 house officers before administering the questionnaire. It included 46 dental procedures; participants rated their skills and confidence in performing them using a Likert scale of 1 to 5 points ranging from poor to excellent. In the 2nd phase, sixteen face-to-face interviews were conducted to explain the reasons for acquiring skills and confidence status.&#x0D; Results: The response rate was 100%. Fifty-eight house officers filled out the questionnaire. Participants with multiple rotations reported significantly above average confidence status with multiple rotations of retainer insertion (81%), treatment of malocclusion using removable appliances (82%), fissure sealants (78%), anterior endodontic (80%), posterior amalgam (69%), oral hygiene (69%), and diagnosis of caries (67%), TMJ disorders (69%), rubber dam placement (71%) and properly prescribed recommended medicine (65%) when compared to the single rotation. The most important high-confidence status themes in evaluating skills were practising the procedures and internal motivation.&#x0D; Conclusion: Multiple rotations with repeated practice sessions enhanced house officers' skills and confidence status.Procedures that were least practised scored the lowest in overall mean confidence.Keywords: Confidence status, Curriculum, Dental graduates, Dental procedures, Evaluation, House officers, Skills.

PREVALENCE OF EDENTULISM AND PREFERRED PROSTHESIS AMONG YOUNG ADULTS - A QUESTIONNAIRE STUDY

Background: We conducted this study to gather baseline data on tooth loss and preferred prosthesis as there were only few epidemiological studies on tooth loss, especially in young adults (18–26 years).Aim: The aim of the study is to analyze the prevalence of tooth loss and their preferred prosthesis among young adults (18-26years) who arrived to the private dental institutions for treatment or to accompany them. A total of 634 young adults (18-26 years) were included Materials and methodology: in the study, individual questionnaire were given for assess the oral health followed by examination of edentulism. Out of total samples 28.7% had Results: tooth loss, 71.3% don't. The causes of tooth loss are 67.9% tooth decay, 13.6% trauma, 10% congenital missing, and 8.6% mobility. The population with treatment needs 30.5%, 12.8% underwent treatment for tooth loss and 56.8% are not in need of treatment/not willing for treatment. The population preferred xed prosthesis is 49.8%, 10.2% removable prosthesis, 40% implant. The need for prosthetic Conclusion: care among young individuals and the associated risk factors for tooth loss are highlighted in this study. The purpose of this study was to inform participants about the effects of tooth loss, the signicance of replacing missing teeth, and the many treatment choices that are accessible to them

MANIFESTATIONS OF THE POST-COVID SYNDROME IN THE ORAL CAVITY

Corona virus infection currently remains a key question giving new and new strains. The disease itself has a multisymptomatic course, in which various organs and systems are affected. The oral cavity is no exception. For dentists, it becomes an important task to detect lesions of the oral cavity at various stages of the disease development and during the so-called recovery period, to increase the effectiveness of treatment and, if necessary, to refer the patient to narrow specialists: a neuropathologist, psychologist or other doctor in order to develop rehabilitation measures.&#x0D; The aim is to study the manifestations of post-covid syndrome in the oral cavity.&#x0D; Materials and methods. On the basis of the Department of Dentistry of the National Institute of Scientific Research of the IFNMU, as part of the advisory assistance for diseases of the oral cavity, in the period from 2021 to 2022, an examination of 33 patients who suffered from a coronavirus disease of varying degrees of severity was carried out. These patients were referred for consultation from private dental institutions, dental polyclinics in the city of Ivano-Frankivsk and the region. A significant part of patients sought help online. Clinical research methods included collection of complaints, anamnesis of the disease, analysis of extracts of medical histories from medical institutions. The dental examination was carried out according to the generally accepted scheme: examination of the oral cavity, in particular, the condition of the mucous membrane (color, moisture, presence of pathological formations), the condition of the periodontal tissues, oral hygiene, hard tissues of the teeth, orthopedic structures, traumatic factors, bad habits were evaluated.&#x0D; Research results. Results of the study Based on the results of the examination of the patients, we diagnosed a number of pathological conditions of the oral cavity, which included candidal stomatitis (glossitis) and they accounted for 30% of the examined, lichen planus - 30% of cases. These are the persons who were hospitalized for a covid disease. In the rest of the patients who suffered from the disease in a mild form, periodontal tissue damage was noted in 25%, the presence of aphthous rashes in 15% of cases. From the number of people examined, we observed combined pathologies in 5 people: candidiasis, ChPL and glossitis or gingivitis (periodontitis) and aphthae. Microscopic examination of smears from the oral cavity indicates a significant number of fungi of the genus Candida, provided that there is no bacterial flora, that is, dysbacteriosis was observed. Having analyzed the prevalence of pathological conditions of the oral cavity in the examined patients, the tendency of the formation of candidal stomatitis in patients on the background of antibiotic therapy of pneumonia is followed. The development of lichen planus, which the patients had not observed before, is a consequence of stress and shock during the illness.&#x0D; Conclusions. The obtained results of the examination justify the need to carry out a dental examination of persons suspected of being infected with coronavirus -19 even after clinical recovery. The task of the dentist is to timely diagnose lesions of the oral cavity, to choose the most adapted treatment algorithm for the identified pathology in order to prevent complicated progression.

Infection Control Practices Followed by Postgraduate Residents of Public and Private Dental Institutions of Karachi During the COVID-19 Pandemic

OBJECTIVE: To gain an insight into cross infection protocols being followed by dental postgraduate residents in the prevention of the spread of coronavirus. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted using questionnaires, which were distributed among dental postgraduate residents working in different public and private institutes in Karachi, through social media. Data was analysed using SPSS, version 21.0 with p-value &lt;0.05 to determine significant differences between both sectors. RESULTS: Ninety seven residents from both institutes responded. 60 (93.75%) and 29 (87.87%) residents from the public and private institutes respectively, reported to having the patient's temperature checked with an infrared thermometer. However, a lower compliance was noted in regard to the use of hand sanitization with a hydro alcoholic solution by both institutes with 28 (43.75%) from public and 24 (72.72%) from private institutes. 11 (17.18%) residents from public institutes responding with disposal of PPE after every patient, whereas 1 (3.03%) resident from a private institute responded with disposal after every patient. However, due to a smaller sample size, the differences were not statistically significant. CONCLUSION: The pandemic has exposed numerous shortcomings in the dental healthcare system, regardless of the sector. Since COVID-19 is likely to become an endemic, compliance with cross infection protocols needs to be improved so as to prevent its rapid spread. In a third world country like Pakistan, where resources are already scarce, greater emphasis needs to be placed on funding the dental healthcare system to enhance basic cross infection controls.

Evaluation of Self-Reported professionalism lapses among dental undergraduate students: A cross-sectional study from a Malaysian dental faculty.

Professionalism and academic integrity are important components of dental education as they influence not just the present-day learning process, but also the practice of dentistry in future. This study evaluated self-reported professional lapses, academic dishonesty behaviours among peers and recommended sanctions for such lapses. Dundee Polyprofessionalism Inventory I: Academic Integrity questionnaire was administered to BDS students of a private dental institution in Malaysia. Differences in the level of recommended sanctions were assessed by Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis test. There was unanimous agreement that all 34 statements of lapses of academic integrity as unacceptable. The highest agreement (95.6%) was related to threatening or abusing university employees or students and involvement in paedophilic activities, whereas the lowest agreement was observed for getting or giving help for coursework against rules (47.3%). The most frequent behaviours observed among peers were lack of class punctuality (55.1%) and providing and receiving proxy attendance services (49.3%). About 36% admitted to not being punctual themselves, 26.8% for accepting or providing help for course work and 22.9% for receiving and providing proxy attendance. Female students displayed stricter recommended sanctions, with the most significant difference relating to joking disrespectfully about body parts (p < .001). More lenient recommended sanctions were observed among Year 1 students compared with other years, with the most significant difference (p < .001) observed for exchanging information about the exam, forging a signature, plagiarising and cut-pasting materials without acknowledgement. The majority of academic lapses were well comprehended. Significant differences were observed in sanctions imposed in terms of gender and year of study.

Prevalence of depression and sense of coherence among dental graduates in a private dental institution in Chennai city

Prevalence of depression and sense of coherence among dental graduates in a private dental institution in Chennai city

Stress And Burnout Among Dental Students in A Private Dental Institution in Chennai City: Cross Sectional Study

Stress And Burnout Among Dental Students in A Private Dental Institution in Chennai City: Cross Sectional Study