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Biological and social aspects of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) related to oral health

Abstract The expansion of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) throughout the world has alarmed all health professionals. Especially in dentistry, there is a growing concern due to it's high virulence and routes of transmission through saliva aerosols. The virus keeps viable on air for at least 3 hours an...

Are Brazilian dentists and dental students using the ICCC recommendations for caries management?

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate whether dentists and dental undergraduate students know the terminology of the International Caries Consensus Collaboration (ICCC), and make their restorative treatment decisions regarding carious tissue removal accordingly. Data collection was performed usi...

Portfólio digital desenvolvido a partir da percepção do preceptor cirurgião-dentista: um estudo fenomenológico

A preceptoria é uma modalidade de ensino em serviço que forma profissionais em cenários de prática, inserindo estudantes nas vivências do cotidiano profissional. A atuação do cirurgiãodentista dentro de um hospital de emergência requer deste profissional grande precisão e destreza, e ao atuar c...

A influência da aparência na escolha do cirurgião-dentista
The influence of appearance on the choice of dental surgeon

Rev. Salusvita (Online); 39 (2), 2020
Introdução: Atualmente, há uma exigência maior de padrões estéticos quando se trata de Cirurgiões-Dentistas, fazendo com que diversos fatores sejam considerados na escolha de um profissional. Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a percepção dos universitários em relação à imagem do ...

Assessment of dentists awareness and knowledge levels on the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Abstract Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) is the most recent infectious disease that is spreading rapidly throughout the world. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and awareness levels of dentists on COVID-19. This survey study, consisting of 37 questions, was sent to dentists via an online lin...

Differences in endodontic emergency management by endodontists and general dental practitioners in COVID-19 times

Abstract The aim of this study was to assess the differences, if any, between general dental practitioners (GDPs) and endodontists, in the diagnosis and treatment of endodontic emergencies during the worldwide outbreak of COVID-19. An online questionnaire was randomly sent by social media to clinicians i...

Disparities in Caries Experience and Socio-Behavioural Risk Indicators Among Private School Children in Lagos, Nigeria

Abstract Objective: To determine the prevalence and socio-behavioural risk factors for dental caries among children at selected LGAs in Lagos State. Material and Methods: This was a descriptive study of 592 school children in four Local Government Areas of Lagos, Nigeria. The presence of caries was re...

What do Parents Know About Oral Health and Care for Preschool Children in the Central Region of Saudi Arabia?

Abstract Objective: To assess the knowledge level of parents from the central region of Saudi Arabia about oral health and care of preschool children and its relation with sociodemographic variables, parents' self-perception toward their dental health, importance of teeth, and frequency of dental visits...

Self-Perceived Preparedness to Work Independently Among Graduating Dental Students in Saudi Arabia: Traditional Versus Integrated Curriculum

Abstract Objective: To investigate the perceived preparedness of graduating dental students to work independently and to compare these perceptions between Traditional and Integrated curriculums of dentistry in Saudi Arabia. Material and Methods: A pretested self-administered questionnaire was filled by...