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Journal of Dental Public Health

Volume 2, Issue 2 (2022)

Saudi Dentists’ Knowledge and Approaches to Managing Tooth Wear: A Cross-Sectional Survey-Based Analysis
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Written by Anabelle L.V.C. Fernandes   Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
Unlike caries, which have been shown to affect both the surface and subsurface layers, dental erosion is primarily considered a surface phenomenon. Tooth erosion occurs in acidic conditions; however, no universally established pH threshold has been identified for its onset. This study investigated the awareness and clinical approaches of Saudi dental professionals regarding the management of tooth-wear. A cross-sectional study was conducted through an online survey targeting Saudi dental profess
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The Impact of Obesity and Demographic Factors on Periapical Lesions, Dental Caries, and Oral Health in Adults
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Written by Kan Wu   Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that more than two billion people worldwide are classified as overweight or obese, with numbers steadily increasing, including in Saudi Arabia, where it has become a significant public health concern. This growing problem places a financial strain on 16.5% of Saudis, especially those without insurance, as they allocate more than 10% of their income to costly dental procedures such as endodontic treatments or root-filled teeth (RFT). These procedures ma
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A Split-Mouth Study Comparing Photodynamic Therapy and Scaling and Root Planning in the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis
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Written by Laetitia Harmouche   Published on Vol 2 Issue 2, 2022
Chronic periodontitis is a complex condition with a well-established bacterial cause. The primary treatment for non-surgical periodontal therapy is mechanical debridement. However, certain areas that are difficult to access can hinder the effectiveness of this approach, prompting the exploration of adjunctive therapies to enhance the results of conventional scaling and root planning (SRP). Various alternative therapies, such as ozone therapy, probiotics, systemic and local antibiotics, and photo
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