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BACKGROUND: This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of mandibular asymmetry and investigate some associated factors. METHODS: Tomographic images of 952 individuals aged from 18 to 75 years old were analyzed. The investigated outcome was mandibular asymmetry. The explanatory variables included gender, age, absence of posterior teeth, and sagittal jaw relationship of the individuals. Statistical analyses included the chi-squared and the Poisson regression with robust variance. RESULTS: Mandibular asymmetry was present in 17.4% of the sample (95% confidence interval 15.2-20.0). In the bivariate analysis, there was an association between the variables age and sagittal jaw relationship with mandibular asymmetry (Pâ=â0.026 and Pâ=â0.018, respectively). However, in the adjusted regression model, the association with age was not maintained, occurring only an association between sagittal jaw relationship and mandibular asymmetry (Pâ=â0.045), with significant difference between individuals with skeletal Class II and skeletal Class III (Pâ=â0.013). CONCLUSION: Mandibular asymmetry was not independently associated with sex, age, or absence of posterior teeth. The only verified independent association was between mandibular asymmetry and sagittal jaw relationship.
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Asimetría Facial/epidemiología , Mandíbula/anomalías , Adolescente , Adulto , Anciano , Brasil/epidemiología , Cefalometría/métodos , Tomografía Computarizada de Haz Cónico , Estudios Transversales , Asimetría Facial/diagnóstico , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Prevalencia , Adulto JovenRESUMEN
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to estimate the oral impact on daily performances (OIDPs) and its association with self-reported quality of life, sociodemographic and oral health conditions, self-reported oral symptoms and access to a clinician in elderly people. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional study was performed involving individuals over the age of 59 years, resident in the city of Florianópolis, Brazil. A sample of 180 individuals selected in a two-stage approach was examined and interviewed. The World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) was used to collect data on self-reported quality of life. The OIDP questionnaire was used to collect data on oral impact on daily performances. The criteria for the clinical data were those proposed by the World Health Organization. The dependent variable was the oral impact on daily performances. The chi-square test was used to examine the association between the dependent and the exploratory variables. Variables were inserted in a model of multiple logistic regression. The level of significance was set at P < 0.05. RESULTS: The proportion of individuals who reported oral impact on daily performances was 45.6%. The results of the multiple logistic regression analysis showed that only the altered condition of the oral mucosa and the social domain of the WHOQOL-BREF maintained an independent association with oral impact on daily performance. CONCLUSION: Of the investigated elderly individuals 45.6% reported oral impact on daily performances. Those who presented altered oral mucosa and had a lower performance in the WHOQOL-BREF social domain were more likely to report such an impact.
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Actividades Cotidianas , Salud Bucal , Calidad de Vida , Anciano , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Actitud , Brasil , Estudios Transversales , Atención Odontológica , Prótesis Dental , Ingestión de Alimentos/fisiología , Femenino , Accesibilidad a los Servicios de Salud , Estado de Salud , Humanos , Relaciones Interpersonales , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Enfermedades de la Boca/psicología , Satisfacción Personal , Autoimagen , Sonrisa , Medio SocialRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Osteoradionecrosis of the jaw (ORNJ) is the most severe and complex sequel of head and neck radiotherapy (RT) because of the bone involved, it may cause pain, paresthesia, foul odor, fistulae with suppuration, need for extra oral communication and pathological fracture. We treated twenty lesions of ORNJ using low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT). The objective of this study was to stimulate the affected area to homeostasis and to promote the healing of the oral mucosa. METHODS: We performed aPDT on the exposed bone, while LLLT was performed around the bone exposure (red spectrum) and on the affected jaw (infrared spectrum). Monitoring and clinical intervention occurred weekly or biweekly for 2 years. RESULTS: 100% of the sample presented clinical improvement, and 80% presented complete covering of the bone exposure by intact oral mucosa. CONCLUSION: LLLT and aPDT showed positive results as an adjuvant therapy to treat ORNJ.
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Antiinfecciosos/uso terapéutico , Quimioradioterapia Adyuvante/métodos , Enfermedades Maxilomandibulares/terapia , Terapia por Luz de Baja Intensidad/métodos , Osteorradionecrosis/terapia , Fotoquimioterapia/métodos , Adulto , Anciano , Relación Dosis-Respuesta en la Radiación , Femenino , Homeostasis/efectos de los fármacos , Homeostasis/efectos de la radiación , Humanos , Enfermedades Maxilomandibulares/patología , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Mucosa Bucal/efectos de los fármacos , Mucosa Bucal/efectos de la radiación , Osteorradionecrosis/patología , Estudios Prospectivos , Reproducibilidad de los Resultados , Factores de Tiempo , Resultado del Tratamiento , Cicatrización de Heridas/efectos de la radiaciónRESUMEN
Aging individuals can experience frailty and loss of independence and autonomy. Healthcare for the elderly should help them recover their health and maintain their autonomy, in keeping with the Brazilian Statute of the Elderly and underlying policies in the Brazilian Unified National Health System. Based on a multiple case study, the objective was to assess the capacity of municipal administration to provide healthcare for the elderly. The assessment was oriented by an evaluative model validated by experts in administration and evaluation, with 16 indicators analyzing political, organizational, technical, and operational factors. Care f or the elderly was rated fair in all five cases. Health promotion and prevention actions were identified as best practices, and the main challenge was in the intra and inter-sector linkages needed for healthcare for the elderly.
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Servicios de Salud para Ancianos/organización & administración , Programas Nacionales de Salud/organización & administración , Salud Pública , Anciano , Brasil , Evaluación Geriátrica , Política de Salud , Promoción de la Salud , Humanos , Evaluación de Programas y Proyectos de SaludRESUMEN
INTRODUCTION: Facial skeletal asymmetry is commonly found in humans and its main characteristic is menton deviation. The literature suggests that occlusal and masticatory problems arising from tooth absence could be related to the development of such asymmetries. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this cross-sectional study was to estimate the prevalence of mandibular skeletal asymmetries and to investigate its association with posterior tooth absences. METHODS: Tomographic images of 952 individuals aged from 18 to 75 years old were used. Asymmetry was the analyzed outcome, and it was categorized into three groups according to gnathion displacement in relation to the midsagittal plane (relative symmetry, moderate asymmetry, and severe asymmetry). Patients were sorted by the presence of all posterior teeth, unilateral posterior tooth absence, or bilateral posterior tooth absence. Chi-square test with a significance level of 5% was used to verify the association between posterior tooth absence and asymmetry. RESULTS: Results show relative symmetry present in 55.3% of the sample, as well as the prevalence of 27.3% for moderate mandibular asymmetry and 17.4% for severe asymmetry. Moderate and severe mandibular asymmetries occurred in a higher proportion in patients with unilateral posterior tooth absence. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the analyzed groups (p = 0.691). CONCLUSIONS: In this study, mandibular asymmetries did not present any association with the absence of teeth on the posterior area of the arch.
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Asimetría Facial/complicaciones , Pérdida de Diente/complicaciones , Adolescente , Adulto , Anciano , Estudios Transversales , Asimetría Facial/diagnóstico por imagen , Asimetría Facial/epidemiología , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Masticación , Persona de Mediana Edad , Prevalencia , Radiografía Dental Digital , Pérdida de Diente/diagnóstico por imagen , Pérdida de Diente/fisiopatología , Adulto JovenRESUMEN
The aim of this study was to evaluate the mesiobuccal root of maxillary first molars, according to the root canal configuration, prevalence and location of isthmuses at 3 and 6 mm from the apex, comparing cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) analysis and cross sectioning of roots by thirds. Images of the mesiobuccal root of 100 maxillary first molars were acquired by CBCT and then roots were cross-sectioned into two parts, starting at 3 mm from the apex. Data were recorded and analyzed according to Weine's classification for root canal configuration, and Hsu and Kim's classification for isthmuses. In the analysis of CBCT images, 8 root canals were classified as type I, 57 as type II, 35 as type III. In the cross-sectioning technique, 19 root canals were classified as type I, 60 as type II, 20 as type III and 1 as type IV. The classification of isthmuses was predominantly type I in both CBCT and cross-sectioning evaluations for sections at 3 mm from the apex, while for sections at 6 mm from the apex, the classification of isthmuses was predominantly types V and II in CBCT and cross-sectioning evaluations, respectively. The cross-sectioning technique showed better results in detection of the internal morphology of root canals than CBCT scanning.
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Tomografía Computarizada de Haz Cónico/métodos , Cavidad Pulpar/anatomía & histología , Maxilar/anatomía & histología , Diente Molar/anatomía & histología , HumanosRESUMEN
A literatura não deixa dúvidas da importância do uso dos protetores bucais (PBs) na prática de esportes de impacto para a prevenção de traumas orofaciais. Objetivo: avaliar o nível de conhecimento dos professores e alunos do Curso de Educação Física da Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina, Unidade Pedra Branca, campus Grande Florianópolis, com relação ao uso dos PBs na prevenção de traumas. Materiais e método: este é um estudo exploratório descritivo, no qual foi aplicado um questionário com questões que avaliaram o conhecimento dos entrevistados. Os dados obtidos foram tabulados em uma planilha do Microsoft Excel e submetidos à análise estatística descritiva no software SPSS 20.0. Resultados: foi demonstrado que 93,9% dos entrevistados conheciam os PBs. Com relação ao seu uso, apenas 30,5% dos entrevistados já utilizaram ou utilizam os PBs, sendo que apenas 2,3% utilizam PBs personalizados. Conclusão: pode-se concluir que ainda há pouca informação acerca dos PBs pelos profissionais e alunos do curso de Educação Física, especialmente com relação aos PBs personalizados, que são os mais indicados.(AU)
The literature is clear regarding the importance of the use of mouth guards in the practice of impact sports to prevent orofacial trauma. Objective: to evaluate the level of knowledge of teachers and students of Physical Education at the Santa Catarina Southern University (UNISUL), Pedra Branca unit, campus of the great Florianópolis area, SC, Brazil, regarding the use of mouth guards to prevent trauma. Materials and method: descriptive exploratory study that applied a questionnaire to assess the knowledge of respondents about mouth guards. The data obtained were tabulated in an Excel spreadsheet and submitted to descriptive statistical analysis in the SPSS 20.0 software. Results: the study showed that 93.9% of respondents were familiar with mouth guards. Regarding their use, only 30.5% of respondents had used or uses the device and only 2.3% uses custom-made mouth guards. Conclusion: it may be concluded there is still little information on mouth guards from teachers and students of Physical Education, especially regarding custom-made mouth guards, which are mostly indicated.(AU)
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Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Traumatismos en Atletas/prevención & control , Estudiantes/estadística & datos numéricos , Conocimientos, Actitudes y Práctica en Salud , Personal Docente/estadística & datos numéricos , Protectores Bucales , Deportes , Universidades , Brasil , Encuestas y CuestionariosRESUMEN
Abstract Background: Osteoradionecrosis of the jaw (ORNJ) is the most severe and complex sequel of head and neck radiotherapy (RT) because of the bone involved, it may cause pain, paresthesia, foul odor, fistulae with suppuration, need for extra oral communication and pathological fracture. We treated twenty lesions of ORNJ using low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT). The objective of this study was to stimulate the affected area to homeostasis and to promote the healing of the oral mucosa. Methods: We performed aPDT on the exposed bone, while LLLT was performed around the bone exposure (red spectrum) and on the affected jaw (infrared spectrum). Monitoring and clinical intervention occurred weekly or biweekly for 2 years. Results: 100% of the sample presented clinical improvement, and 80% presented complete covering of the bone exposure by intact oral mucosa. Conclusion: LLLT and aPDT showed positive results as an adjuvant therapy to treat ORNJ.
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Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Adulto , Anciano , Osteorradionecrosis/terapia , Fotoquimioterapia/métodos , Enfermedades Maxilomandibulares , Terapia por Luz de Baja Intensidad/métodos , Quimioradioterapia Adyuvante/métodos , Antiinfecciosos/uso terapéutico , Osteorradionecrosis/patología , Factores de Tiempo , Cicatrización de Heridas/efectos de la radiación , Enfermedades Maxilomandibulares/patología , Estudios Prospectivos , Reproducibilidad de los Resultados , Resultado del Tratamiento , Relación Dosis-Respuesta en la Radiación , Homeostasis/efectos de los fármacos , Homeostasis/efectos de la radiación , Persona de Mediana Edad , Mucosa Bucal/efectos de los fármacos , Mucosa Bucal/efectos de la radiaciónRESUMEN
Resumo: O processo de envelhecimento fragiliza o indivíduo e compromete sua independência e autonomia. A atenção à saúde do idoso deve garantir a recuperação da saúde e a manutenção da autonomia conforme assegurado no Estatuto do Idoso e nas políticas que orientam o Sistema Único de Saúde. O objetivo foi avaliar a capacidade da gestão municipal em prover a atenção à saúde do idoso por meio de um estudo de casos múltiplos. A avaliação foi orientada por um modelo avaliativo validado entre especialistas de gestão e avaliação, com 16 indicadores que analisam aspectos político-organizacionais e técnico-operacionais. A atenção ao idoso foi considerada regular em todos os cinco casos analisados. As ações de promoção e prevenção foram identificadas como as melhores práticas, e o maior desafio foi nos processos de articulação intra e intersetorial necessários para a atenção à saúde do idoso.
Abstract: Aging individuals can experience frailty and loss of independence and autonomy. Healthcare for the elderly should help them recover their health and maintain their autonomy, in keeping with the Brazilian Statute of the Elderly and underlying policies in the Brazilian Unified National Health System. Based on a multiple case study, the objective was to assess the capacity of municipal administration to provide healthcare for the elderly. The assessment was oriented by an evaluative model validated by experts in administration and evaluation, with 16 indicators analyzing political, organizational, technical, and operational factors. Care f or the elderly was rated fair in all five cases. Health promotion and prevention actions were identified as best practices, and the main challenge was in the intra and inter-sector linkages needed for healthcare for the elderly.
Resumen: El proceso de envejecimiento fragiliza al individuo y compromete su independencia y autonomía. La atención a la salud del anciano debe garantizar la recuperación de la salud y el mantenimiento de su autonomía, conforme figura señalado en el Estatuto del Anciano del Brasil y en las políticas que orientan el Sistema Único de Salud. El objetivo fue evaluar la capacidad de la gestión municipal en proveer atención a la salud del anciano mediante un estudio de casos múltiples. La evaluación se realizó mediante un modelo evaluativo, validado entre especialistas de gestión y evaluación, con dieciséis indicadores que analizan aspectos político-organizativos y técnico-operacionales. La atención al anciano fue considerada regular en cada uno de los cinco casos analizados. Las acciones de promoción y prevención fueron identificadas como las mejores prácticas, y el mayor desafío tuvo lugar en los procesos de coordinación intra- e intersectorial necesarios para la atención a la salud del anciano.
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Humanos , Anciano , Salud Pública , Servicios de Salud para Ancianos/organización & administración , Programas Nacionales de Salud/organización & administración , Brasil , Evaluación de Programas y Proyectos de Salud , Evaluación Geriátrica , Política de Salud , Promoción de la SaludRESUMEN
Trauma in the anterior teeth is a relatively common occurrence during childhood, having as main consequence teeth with incomplete root development and open apices. Patient, male, leucoderma, 10 years old, attended the Dental Clinic of the Southern University of the State of Santa Catarina, reporting as main complaint fracture in the crown of element 11. After clinical and radiographic examination, it was possible to identify the incomplete apexogenesis of this tooth and the presence of necrotic pulp. Aiming to stimulate neoformation of mineralized tissue at the dental apex, the calcium hydroxide based dressing was used. He remained for eight months, always with radiographic control. Apexification was observed radiographically and proved through the use of an instrument introduced inside the canal. The use of calcium hydroxide as intracanal medication for eight months stimulated mineralized tissue neoformation in the apical region of element 11 and allowed endodontic treatment.
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ABSTRACT Introduction: Facial skeletal asymmetry is commonly found in humans and its main characteristic is menton deviation. The literature suggests that occlusal and masticatory problems arising from tooth absence could be related to the development of such asymmetries. Objective: The aim of this cross-sectional study was to estimate the prevalence of mandibular skeletal asymmetries and to investigate its association with posterior tooth absences. Methods: Tomographic images of 952 individuals aged from 18 to 75 years old were used. Asymmetry was the analyzed outcome, and it was categorized into three groups according to gnathion displacement in relation to the midsagittal plane (relative symmetry, moderate asymmetry, and severe asymmetry). Patients were sorted by the presence of all posterior teeth, unilateral posterior tooth absence, or bilateral posterior tooth absence. Chi-square test with a significance level of 5% was used to verify the association between posterior tooth absence and asymmetry. Results: Results show relative symmetry present in 55.3% of the sample, as well as the prevalence of 27.3% for moderate mandibular asymmetry and 17.4% for severe asymmetry. Moderate and severe mandibular asymmetries occurred in a higher proportion in patients with unilateral posterior tooth absence. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the analyzed groups (p = 0.691). Conclusions: In this study, mandibular asymmetries did not present any association with the absence of teeth on the posterior area of the arch.
RESUMO Introdução: a assimetria esquelética facial é comum em humanos, sendo o desvio do mento sua principal característica. É sugerido, na literatura, que problemas oclusais e mastigatórios advindos das ausências dentárias teriam relação com o desenvolvimento dessas assimetrias. Objetivo: o objetivo deste estudo transversal foi estimar a prevalência de assimetrias esqueléticas mandibulares e investigar sua associação com as ausências dentárias posteriores. Métodos: foram utilizadas imagens tomográficas de 952 indivíduos, com idade entre 18 e 75 anos. A assimetria foi o desfecho analisado, sendo categorizada em três grupos, de acordo com o desvio do gnátio em relação ao plano sagital mediano: simetria relativa, assimetria moderada e assimetria severa. Os indivíduos foram agrupados segundo a presença de todos os dentes posteriores, ausência dentária posterior unilateral ou ausência dentária posterior bilateral. Para verificar a associação entre a ausência dentária posterior e a assimetria, foi utilizado o teste Χ2, ao nível de significância de 5%. Resultados: os resultados mostraram que a simetria relativa esteve presente em 55,3% da amostra, bem como uma prevalência de 27,3% para a assimetria mandibular moderada e 17,4% para assimetria severa. As assimetrias mandibulares moderada e severa ocorreram em maior proporção nos indivíduos com ausência dentária posterior unilateral; entretanto, não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre os grupos (p = 0,691). Conclusões: nesse estudo, as assimetrias mandibulares em adultos não apresentaram associação com a ausência de dentes na região posterior da arcada dentária.
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Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Adolescente , Adulto , Persona de Mediana Edad , Anciano , Adulto Joven , Pérdida de Diente/complicaciones , Asimetría Facial/complicaciones , Prevalencia , Estudios Transversales , Pérdida de Diente/fisiopatología , Pérdida de Diente/diagnóstico por imagen , Radiografía Dental Digital , Asimetría Facial/epidemiología , Asimetría Facial/diagnóstico por imagen , MasticaciónRESUMEN
Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the mesiobuccal root of maxillary first molars, according to the root canal configuration, prevalence and location of isthmuses at 3 and 6 mm from the apex, comparing cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) analysis and cross sectioning of roots by thirds. Images of the mesiobuccal root of 100 maxillary first molars were acquired by CBCT and then roots were cross-sectioned into two parts, starting at 3 mm from the apex. Data were recorded and analyzed according to Weine's classification for root canal configuration, and Hsu and Kim's classification for isthmuses. In the analysis of CBCT images, 8 root canals were classified as type I, 57 as type II, 35 as type III. In the cross-sectioning technique, 19 root canals were classified as type I, 60 as type II, 20 as type III and 1 as type IV. The classification of isthmuses was predominantly type I in both CBCT and cross-sectioning evaluations for sections at 3 mm from the apex, while for sections at 6 mm from the apex, the classification of isthmuses was predominantly types V and II in CBCT and cross-sectioning evaluations, respectively. The cross-sectioning technique showed better results in detection of the internal morphology of root canals than CBCT scanning.
Resumo: O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar a raiz mésio-vestibular de primeiros molares superiores, de acordo com a configuração do canal radicular e com a prevalência e localização de istmos a 3 e a 6 mm do ápice, comparando a análise realizada em tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico (TCFC) com a técnica de seccionamento transversal por terços. Foram obtidas imagens tomográficas das raízes mésio-vestibulares de 100 primeiros molares superiores, e em seguida, as raízes foram seccionadas em dois segmentos, iniciando nos 3 mm a partir do ápice. Os dados foram analisados de acordo com a classificação de Weine para configuração de canais radiculares, e de acordo com a classificação de Hsu e Kim para avaliação dos istmos. Na análise das imagens das TCFCs, 8 canais radiculares foram classificados como tipo I, 57 como tipo II, e 35 como tipo III. Na técnica de seccionamento transversal, 19 canais radiculares foram classificados como tipo I, 60 como tipo II, 20 como tipo III, e 1 como tipo IV. Na avaliação dos istmos, houve predominância do tipo I tanto na TCFC quanto na técnica de seccionamento transversal a 3 mm do ápice. Entretanto, a 6 mm do ápice, a classificação dos istmos foi predominantemente tipo V e II, na avaliação em TCFC e na técnica de seccionamento transversal, respectivamente. A técnica de seccionamento transversal demonstrou melhores resultados na detecção da morfologia interna dos canais radiculares avaliados do que a TCFC.
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Humanos , Tomografía Computarizada de Haz Cónico/métodos , Cavidad Pulpar/anatomía & histología , Maxilar/anatomía & histología , Diente Molar/anatomía & histologíaRESUMEN
Objetivo: Avaliar o conhecimento dos formandos em Odontologia sobre Resíduos dos Serviços de Saúde (RSS) gerados em consultórios odontológicos. Material e Métodos: Estudo descritivo e transversal com abordagem quantitativa. O universo eleito foram os alunos concluintes do curso de Odontologia das faculdades do estado de Santa Catarina, Brasil. O cálculo amostral foi determinando em 198 alunos. Os dados coletados foram digitados em Excel 2010 (Microsoft) e os resultados expressos por frequências absolutas e relativas. Resultados: Embora existam oito faculdades de Odontologia no estado de Santa Catarina, duas não aceitaram participar do estudo e uma não havia turma concluinte. Houve participação de 138 (73,0%) formandos. Dentre os alunos participantes, 92,2% afirmaram saber o que são resíduos de serviços de saúde. Sobre a forma de descarte, 76,8% estavam cientes do correto descarte da liga de amálgama, 77,5% do hipoclorito de sódio, 82,6% sobre os líquidos utilizados no processamento de radiografias, 95,7% dos materiais perfuro-cortantes, 20,3% do invólucro da película radiográfica, 68,1% sobre o descarte dos Equipamentos de Proteção Individual, 77,5% dos papéis de receituário e 33,3% dos resíduos de gesso. Sobre acondicionamento, 83,3% sabiam como proceder com o mercúrio residual e 95,7% com o líquido residual de revelador e fixador. Quanto às legislações vigentes para os profissionais da saúde, cirurgiões-dentistas e consultórios odontológicos, o conhecimento dos acadêmicos foi insuficiente sobre o assunto. Conclusão: Embora os formandos de Odontologia de Santa Catarina saibam sobre o que é e como devem acondicionar e descartar os RSS, o conhecimento foi insatisfatório sobre as legislações vigentes no Brasil sobre a temática, sendo necessária maior atenção durante a formação acadêmica.(AU)
Aim: To evaluate the knowledge of dental students regarding Health Service Waste (HSW). Methods: This is cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach. The defined realm was of all final year dental schools students from state colleges in Santa Catarina, Brazil. The sample calculation was determined in 198 students. The collected data were entered into Excel 2010 (Microsoft), and the results were expressed as absolute and relative frequencies. Results: Although there are eight dentistry colleges in the state of Santa Catarina, two refused to participate in the study and one did not have final year class. This study counted on the participation of 138 (73.0%) dental students. Among the participants, 92.2% reported that they knew what health service wastes were. Regarding how to dispose of these wastes, 76.8% reported being aware of the correct disposal of dental amalgam, 77.5% of sodium hypochlorite, 82.6% of the liquids used in the processing of radiographs, 95.7% of perforating-cutting materials, 20.3% of radiographic film wrappers, 68.1% of the disposal of Personal Protective Equipment, 77.5% of prescription papers, and 33.3% of plaster waste. Regarding packaging, 83.3% reported knowing how to proceed with the proper disposal of residual mercury and 95.7% with the residual liquid from developers and fixers. As for the existing laws for health professionals, dentists, and dental offices, knowledge of academians proved to be inadequate on the subject. Conclusion: Although the final year dental students in Santa Catarina knew about what it is and how they should package and dispose of HSW, knowledge was unsatisfactory as regards the applicable Brazilian laws on the subject, requiring greater attention during academic education.(AU)
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Estudiantes , Residuos Dentales , Residuos Sanitarios , Estudios Transversales , OdontologíaRESUMEN
To measure dental anxiety in children, determine its association with behavior exhibited during treatment and evaluate the use of informative and aversive behavior management techniques.Material and Methods:Across-sectional study was carried out with 51 children aged 6-12 years submitted to restorative dental procedures at the pediatric dental clinic of the Franciscano University Center (Brazil) between May and December 2013. Anxiety was measured using the Venham Picture Test and behavior during treatment was analyzed using the Frankl Behavior Scale. Variables were submitted to descriptive statistics. The chi-square test was used to determine associations between anxiety and categorical variables, considering associations with p-value p ≤ 0.05 to be statistically significant.Results:Twelve children (23.5%) exhibited anxiety prior to dental procedure. Anxiety was not significantly associated with age (p=0.669), gender (p=0.478), behavior during treatment (p=0.915) or behavioral management techniques (p=0.701). Moreover, no significant association was found between changes in the level of anxiety after procedure and the behavior management techniques used during treatment (p=0.828).Conclusion:A high percentage of children exhibited dental anxiety. However, anxiety prior to dental procedure was not associated with any of the variables analyzed and no association was found between changes in the level of anxiety after procedure and the informative or aversive behavior management techniques used during treatment...
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Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Ansiedad al Tratamiento Odontológico/psicología , Atención Odontológica , Conducta Infantil/psicología , Brasil , Distribución de Chi-Cuadrado , Estudios TransversalesRESUMEN
Com o aumento da expectativa de vida da população, torna-se importante garantir aos idosos maior longevidade com qualidade de vida. Este estudo objetivou estimar a contribuição das condições sociodemográficas na percepção de qualidade de vida em idosos participantes dos grupos de convivência. Foram realizadas entrevistas com 141 idosos, sobre questões relacionadas a variáveis sociodemográficas e autoavaliação da qualidade de vida. O X ² foi utilizado para testar associações. Para o domínio físico, as variáveis foram inseridas em um modelo de regressão logística múltipla não condicional. Resultados: 73% dos idosos responderam estar satisfeitos com sua qualidade de vida e 69,5% avaliaram sua saúde como boa. No domínio ambiental, a renda familiar e a escolaridade mostraram-se associadas. No domínio físico, a renda familiar, a escolaridade, a condição de estar sozinho e a idade de 80 anos ou mais mostraram-se associadas. A maioria da população investigada classificou sua qualidade de vida como boa, mas a idade avançada mostrou-se estatisticamente associada à pior percepção de qualidade de vida no domínio físico
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Anciano , Anciano , Envejecimiento , Calidad de VidaRESUMEN
Objetivo: avaliar as taxas de sucesso e sobrevivência de implantes há cinco anos ou mais em função. Material e métodos: pacientes tratados com implantes de titânio (Implacil De Bortoli, São Paulo, Brasil) na Fundecto (USP), no período de 1998 a 2008 foram incluídos neste estudo. Os implantes foram classificados individualmente, de acordo com um rigoroso critério de sucesso. Também foram levados em consideração o formato e o tipo de plataforma dos implantes. Resultados: a taxa de sobrevivência dos implantes tipo hexágono externo (n=357) e interno (n=140) foi de 99,4% e 99,3%, respectivamente. Já com relação aos implantes cônicos (n=88) e cilíndricos (n=409), a taxa de sobrevivência foi de 100% e 99,3%, respectivamente. A taxa de sucesso para implantes tipo hexágono externo e interno foi de 90,8% e 93,6%, respectivamente. Implantes cônicos obtiveram 90,9%, enquanto que implantes cilíndricos apresentaram 91,7% de taxa de sucesso. Conclusão: de acordo com o presente estudo, a taxa geral de sobrevivência dos implantes foi de 99,4%, enquanto a taxa de sucesso foi de 91,5%.
Objective: to assess success and survival rates from implants in function for five or more years. Material and methods: patients treated with osseointegrated implants (Implacil De Bortoli, Sao Paulo, Brazil) at Fundecto (USP), from 1998 to 2008, were included in this study. Implants were individually classified using strict success criteria. For further analysis, data were obtained regarding implants platform and implants macro design. Results: survival rates for external (n=357) and internal hexagon implants (n=140) were 99,4% and 99,3%, respectively. Regarding tapered (n=88) and cylindrical implants (n=409), survival rates were 100% and 99,3%, respectively. Success rates for external and internal hexagon implants were 90,8% and 93,6%. Tapered implants had 90,9% and cylindrical implants presented 91,7% of success rates. Conclusion: according to this retrospective study, the overall survival rate was 99,4% and the overall success rate was 91,5%.