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O'Toole S, Marro F, Loomans BAC, Mehta SB. Monitoring of erosive tooth wear: what to use and when to use it. Br Dent J 2023; 234:463-467. [PMID: 36964378 PMCID: PMC10038798 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-023-5623-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2022] [Revised: 10/25/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 03/26/2023]
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Although we are increasingly recognising the need to assess patients for accelerated rates of tooth wear progression, it is often difficult to do so within a feasible diagnostic window. This paper aims to provide evidence-based timelines which a diagnosing clinician can expect to assess tooth wear progression in study models, clinical indices, clinical photographs and visually with intraoral scans. It also discusses new technologies emerging for the quantitative assessment of tooth wear, timelines for diagnosis, and caveats in the 3D scan registration and analysis process.
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- Saoirse O'Toole
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, King´s College London, Guy´s Campus, London, UK.
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, PAECOMEDIS Research Cluster, Gent University, Gent, Belgium
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- Department of Dentistry, Radboud University Medical Centre, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, King´s College London, Guy´s Campus, London, UK; Department of Dentistry, Radboud University Medical Centre, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands; College of Medicine and Dentistry, Birmingham Campus, Ulster University, UK
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Dental Erosion Evaluation with Intact-Tooth Smartphone Application: Preliminary Clinical Results from September 2019 to March 2022. SENSORS 2022; 22:s22145133. [PMID: 35890813 PMCID: PMC9319592 DOI: 10.3390/s22145133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2022] [Revised: 07/04/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Dental erosion is a process of deterioration of the dental hard tissue; it is estimated that about 30% of permanent teeth are affected in adolescence. The Intact-Tooth application allows for the better estimation of the problem, inserting itself in the diagnosis process, and better care and prevention for the patient. It provides him with scientifically validated protocols, which the patient can consult at any time. The purpose of this report was to conduct an initial evaluation on the use of the application, which has been available since September 2019: the analysis of the collected data allowed the first investigation of the incidence of the problem and the degree of susceptibility in the registered patients. Photos of 3894 patients with dental erosion were uploaded, through which the degree of susceptibility and the BEWE (basic erosive wear examination index) index could be assessed; of these, 99.72% had a susceptibility grade of 0 to 8, while 0.28% had a medium-high susceptibility grade; this result is related to the age and sex of the patients. The management of patients through the help of the application could promote the diagnosis and treatment of enamel diseases and encourage the self-learning of the learning machine, thanks to the number of clinical cases uploaded.
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Rusyan E, Grabowska E, Strużycka I. The association between erosive tooth wear and diet, hygiene habits and health awareness in adolescents aged 15 in Poland. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2021; 23:271-279. [PMID: 34637119 PMCID: PMC8994734 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-021-00670-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Accepted: 09/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Purpose The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of erosive tooth wear (ETW) and risk indicators in the population of adolescents aged 15 in Poland. Methods Erosive tooth wear in 2639 participants was determined by calibrated examiners according to the BEWE scoring system, and the prevalence of risk factors was assessed on the basis of a survey. Results Erosive tooth wear was reported in 24.3% of participants. Initial loss of surface (BEWE 1) was the predominant finding, observed in 21.3% of participants. Hard tissue loss (BEWE 2 and 3) occurred very rarely, only in 3% of participants. Acidic diet, masculine gender and lower socio-economic status were associated with higher prevalence and severity of erosive lesions in the examined population. Conclusion Two modifiable factors—acidic diet and low health awareness—were found to be highly unsatisfactory in the adolescents aged 15 in Poland. Accordingly, to prevent the deterioration of the functionality and aesthetics of the teeth in young people, certain measures, such as routine clinical examination, education, dietary consulting and prophylaxis, should be implemented as early as possible, focusing predominantly on families with lower socio-economic status.
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- E Rusyan
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Warsaw Medical University, Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland.
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- Department of Periodontology and Oral Diseases, Warsaw Medical University, Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland
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- Department of Integrated Dentistry, Warsaw Medical University, Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland
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Entezami S, Peres KG, Li H, Albarki Z, Hijazi M, Ahmed KE. Tooth wear and socioeconomic status in childhood and adulthood: Findings from a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. J Dent 2021; 115:103827. [PMID: 34600044 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2021.103827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2021] [Revised: 09/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the association and level of evidence between socioeconomic status (SES) and tooth wear (TW) in children, adolescents, and adults. DATA Eligibility criteria comprised population-based observational studies assessing the association between SES and TW in permanent dentition of adolescents and adults. Interventional and descriptive studies or those without an internal comparison between exposed and nonexposed groups were excluded. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were applied where applicable. Risk of bias (RoB) was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa scale. Meta-analyses were conducted to estimate the pooled effect measures. Q-statistic, I2statistic, subgroup and sensitivity analyses assessed study heterogeneity. SOURCES PubMed/Medline, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, LILACS, SciELO, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar databases were searched for articles published in English between 1st January 1980 and 31st March 2021. RESULTS Sixty-five studies were included, involving 63,893 participants in over 30 countries. A positive association was found between TW and education (OR=1.25 [0.96; 1.62]), family income (OR=1.18 [0.91; 1.53]), and private school (OR= 1.24 [0.90; 1.72]) among adolescents. Higher educated adults had a lower risk for TW (OR=0.70 [0.52; 0.93]). Most included studies had a moderate RoB. Limitations relating to population representation and assessment methodologies were identified in the included studies. CONCLUSIONS SES was associated with TW with its direction depending on the individuals' age. The overall quality of evidence was moderate. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANC SES should be included as part of the routine screening and risk assessment for tooth wear.
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- Sheema Entezami
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- National Dental Research Institute Singapore, National Dental Centre Singapore, Oral Health ACP, Health Services and Systems Research Programme, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore.
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- National Dental Centre, ACP Research Office, Duke-NUS Medical School, Centre for Quantitative Medicine, Singapore.
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Griffith Health Centre (G40), Office 7.59, QLD 4222, Australia.
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Hasselkvist A, Arnrup K. Prevalence and progression of erosive tooth wear among children and adolescents in a Swedish county, as diagnosed by general practitioners during routine dental practice. Heliyon 2021; 7:e07977. [PMID: 34585005 PMCID: PMC8450199 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e07977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2021] [Revised: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Objectives To investigate the prevalence and four-year progression of erosive tooth wear (ETW) recorded in general dental practice, and to evaluate the usefulness of a simplified grading scale. Methods Four cohorts (aged 3, 7, 11 and 15 years at baseline; n = 735) were followed from 2008 to 2012 during their routine dental examinations. Grading of ETW was performed on permanent upper incisors and first molars, using the scales of Johansson et al. 1996 and Hasselkvist & Johansson 2010. Results Valid data were available for 641 individuals, 7-19-years of age, of whom 326 had data allowing analyses of progression. The prevalence of ETW increased with age, although at a lower level than in comparable studies. Progression was found in one-third of the subjects, with higher proportions and higher grades noted among the older cohorts. The simplified scale, that graded only four surfaces, resulted in just a few missed, mainly mild, cases of ETW. Conclusions Clinically significant signs of ETW and patterns of progression can be reliably detected if the erosion index used includes a few selected surfaces of permanent teeth as part of the routine dental examination. Early signs of ETW, however, seem to be more difficult to detect and evaluate. Clinical significance It is both possible and beneficial to introduce the diagnosing of ETW in routine dental examinations. To reduce the time involved in grading every patient, the simplified 4-surface application, seems to be a useful tool, but which is to be augmented with more extensive grading in individuals considered to be at risk.
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- Agneta Hasselkvist
- Dental Research Department, Public Dental Service, Region Örebro County, Örebro, Sweden
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- University Health Care Research Center, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
- Corresponding author.
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Schlenz MA, Schlenz MB, Wöstmann B, Jungert A, Ganss C. Intraoral scanner-based monitoring of tooth wear in young adults: 12-month results. Clin Oral Investig 2021; 26:1869-1878. [PMID: 34498100 PMCID: PMC8816769 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-021-04162-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate tooth wear in young adults, intraoral scanning was used for digital monitoring of the mandibular first molar over 12 months. A possible influence of aetiological factors obtained by a questionnaire on tooth wear was investigated. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 109 participants (mean age at the start of the study: 21.0 ± 2.2 years) were included in this clinical study. At baseline (T0), an intraoral scan (Trios 3, 3Shape) of the study tooth (FDI # 36 or #46) was conducted. After a mean observation period of 373 ± 19 days, a second intraoral scan (T1, n = 94) of the same tooth as at T0 was performed and standard tessellation language datasets were superimposed with 3D analysis software (GOM Inspect). The occlusal surface of the study tooth was divided into 7 areas (5 cusps, 2 ridges) and maximum vertical substance loss was measured between T0 and T1 (n = 91). Three types of tooth wear were defined: cupping (C), facet (F) and combined cupping-facet (CF). Furthermore, a questionnaire on aetiological factors, such as dietary behaviour, was filled out at T0. Data were analysed with non-parametric tests (p < 0.05). RESULTS Only one study tooth exhibited no tooth wear at T0, whereas 3 teeth showed C, 47 teeth F and 40 teeth CF. A progression of vertical substance loss for all three types was shown. Most affected were the mesiobuccal cusps (43, 38/47 µm; median, 95%CI) followed by distobuccal (36, 33/39 µm), mesiolingual (35, 26/40 µm), distolingual (34, 27/36 µm) and distal (31, 25/34 µm). On mesial and distal ridges, only F was detected with the lowest vertical substance loss of all areas (mesial ridge: 0, 0/0 µm; distal ridge: 0, 0/0 µm). An association between aetiological factors and loss values could not be shown. CONCLUSIONS All study teeth showed clear signs of wear, and after only 1 year, further substance loss was detectable. This result is of significance for young adults. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Since data of young adults regarding tooth wear are scarce, the results give a first idea of the amount of vertical loss per year and its relation to aetiological factors such as dietary behaviour. Therefore, further studies over a longer observation period are highly recommended.
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- Maximiliane Amelie Schlenz
- Department of Prosthodontics, Dental Clinic of the Justus Liebig University Giessen, Schlangenzahl 14, 35392, Giessen, Germany.
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Dental Clinic of the Justus Liebig University Giessen, Schlangenzahl 14, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Dental Clinic of the Justus Liebig University Giessen, Schlangenzahl 14, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Biometry and Population Genetics, Institute of Agronomy and Plant Breeding II, Interdisciplinary Research Center for Biosystems, Land Use and Nutrition (IFZ), Justus Liebig University Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Dental Clinic of the Justus Liebig University Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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Tvilde BN, Virtanen JI, Bletsa A, Graue AM, Skaare AB, Skeie MS. Dental erosive wear in primary teeth among five-year-olds - Bergen, Norway. Acta Odontol Scand 2021; 79:167-173. [PMID: 32692260 DOI: 10.1080/00016357.2020.1791357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To estimate the prevalence of dental erosive wear among five-year-olds in Bergen, Norway, and to investigate associations between background factors and the condition. METHODS A total of 387 children received a dental examination in five Public Dental Service clinics in Bergen, Norway. The parents responded to items about the children's dental hygiene and drinking habits, type of beverage container, diet, and other habits, and about their own age, educational level and country of origin. We explored background variables for possible associations with the outcome status as worst affected by erosive wear (19.4%, n = 75). Chi-squared statistics and logistic regression (Odds Ratios (OR): 95% Confidence Intervals (CI), served as statistical tools). RESULTS Approximately 80% showed erosive wear (by SEPRS and by adopted diagnostic instrument (78.5% vs 79.8%)). The condition affected maxillary anterior teeth in 13.9% (n = 54), and cuppings in molars in 79.3% (n = 307) of cases. Grinding teeth during the day and/or night (OR: 1.87, CI: 1.07-3.25) and male sex (OR: 1.76, CI: 1.05-2.96) significantly related to outcome status as worst affected by erosive wear, respectively. CONCLUSION Dental erosive wear was widespread. Grinding teeth and male sex associated with outcome status as worst affected by erosive wear.
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- Britt Nygard Tvilde
- Department of Clinical Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Oral Health Centre of Expertise in Western Norway, Vestland, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Oral Health Centre of Expertise in Western Norway, Vestland, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Oral Health Centre of Expertise in Western Norway, Vestland, Norway
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Behavioural Science, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Center for Oral Health Services and Research, Mid-Norway (TkMidt), Trondheim, Norway
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Travassos da Rosa Moreira Bastos R, Teixeira da Silva P, Normando D. Reliability of qualitative occlusal tooth wear evaluation using an intraoral scanner: A pilot study. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0249119. [PMID: 33765042 PMCID: PMC7993778 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0249119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Dental wear analysis through the use of an intraoral scanner is a reality of modern dentistry. This study aimed to investigate the reliability of qualitative tooth wear evaluation through three-dimensional images captured with an intraoral scanner and compared to clinical and photographic examinations. Eighteen adult volunteers of both genders (18 to 55 years old) were submitted to clinical exams, intraoral photographs and intraoral scanning protocol using an optical scanner (TRIOS® Pod, 3Shape, Copenhagen, Denmark). Occlusal tooth wear, from second to second premolars, was measured by two evaluators and reevaluated after 30 days, according to a slight modification of the method described by Mockers et al. Weighted Kappa was used to measure intra and inter-examiner agreement. The Friedman test was used to verify the differences among methods. Random and systematic errors were assessed using Bland-Altman plots. All statistical analysis was performed with p<0.05. There was a substantive agreement for clinical (K = 0.75) and photographic exams (K = 0.79) and a moderate agreement for intraoral scanner analysis (K = 0.60) for inter-examiner evaluation. A substantial intra-examiner agreement was obtained for both evaluators. No significant difference between the methods was observed (p = 0.7343 for examiner 1 and 0.8007 for examiner 2). The Bland-Altman plot confirmed no systematic errors between the methods and a random error of 0.25 with the scanner method when compared to clinical assessment. All three methods showed reliability in qualitative occlusal tooth wear evaluation. Intraoral scanning seems to be a sound and reliable tool to evaluate tooth wear when compared to traditional methods, considering the lower inter-examiner agreement and the inherent limitations of this pilot study. Further research will be necessary in order to achieve more robust evidence.
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- Department of Orthodontics, Dental School, Federal University of Pará, Belém, Pará, Brazil
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Martignon S, Bartlett D, Manton DJ, Martinez-Mier EA, Splieth C, Avila V. Epidemiology of Erosive Tooth Wear, Dental Fluorosis and Molar Incisor Hypomineralization in the American Continent. Caries Res 2021; 55:1-11. [PMID: 33440378 DOI: 10.1159/000512483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Non-carious dental lesions such as developmental defects of enamel (DDE) and erosive tooth wear (ETW) are the subject of intensive research. This paper aims to give perspectives on both DDE, including dental fluorosis and molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH), and ETW, presenting epidemiological data from the Americas and associated diagnostic aspects. Besides, it is important to present evidence to guide the clinical assessment process, supporting the clinicians' management decisions towards better oral health of their patients. The overall increase in the worldwide prevalence of non-carious lesions discussed in this this paper may reflect the need of perceptual changes. Although the number of publications related to these conditions has been increasing in the last years, there is still a need for clinical diagnostic and management awareness to include these conditions in routine dental practice. Besides, it is important to provide recommendations for standardized clinical assessment criteria, improving the process and helping clinicians' adherence. In this sense, this paper discusses the most commonly implemented indices for each condition. Thus, despite the wide range of diagnostic indices, BEWE is proposed to be the index recommended for ETW assessment, Dean or Thylstrup & Fejerskov indices for fluorosis and preferably the EAPD criteria (or modified DDE index) for MIH. Overall, non-carious lesions are a growing concern, and it is important to implement preventive measures that control their severity and progression, and accurate diagnosis by the dental clinician.
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- Stefania Martignon
- UNICA - Caries Unit Research, Research Department, Universidad El Bosque, Bogotá, Colombia,
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- Centre for Oral, Clinical and Translational Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Centrum voor Tandheelkunde en Mondzorgkunde, UMCG, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands.,Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Section of Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- UNICA - Caries Unit Research, Research Department, Universidad El Bosque, Bogotá, Colombia
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Racki DNDO, Dalla Nora Â, Comim LD, Zenkner JEDA, Alves LS. Erosive tooth wear among South Brazilian adolescents, and its association with sociodemographic variables. Braz Oral Res 2020; 33:e119. [PMID: 31939499 DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2019.vol33.0119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2019] [Accepted: 10/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to assess the occurrence of erosive tooth wear (ETW) among 15-19-year-old South Brazilian adolescents, regarding prevalence, extent, severity, intraoral distribution, and sociodemographic risk indicators. A population-based cross-sectional survey was conducted in Santa Maria, southern Brazil, and included a representative sample of 15-19-year-old adolescents. Data collection included the application of a questionnaire and a clinical examination. A questionnaire was sent to the parents/legal guardians of the selected students, containing questions on demographic information, socioeconomic characteristics, and living conditions. After tooth cleaning and drying, all erupted permanent teeth were clinically assessed by two calibrated examiners, and classified according to the Basic Erosive Wear Examination (BEWE). The association between explanatory variables and the outcomes (ETW prevalence and extent) was assessed using Poisson regression models (both unadjusted and adjusted). A total of 1,197 adolescents were included in the study (participation rate of 72.3%). The overall prevalence of ETW was 57%. Severe ETW affected 16% of the sample. Overall, this adolescent population presented 13.3 affected surfaces, and 8.34 affected teeth. In the risk assessment analysis, gender, skin color, socioeconomic status, and family income were significantly associated with ETW. Boys, white adolescents, and those with higher socioeconomic status were more affected by ETW. This population-based cross-sectional study revealed that the prevalence of ETW was high, and that it was associated with sociodemographic variables in this South Brazilian population of adolescents.
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- Débora Nunes de Oliveira Racki
- Universidade Federal de Santa Maria - UFSM, School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Santa Maria - UFSM, School of Dentistry, Department of Stomatology, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Santa Maria - UFSM, School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Santa Maria - UFSM, School of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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Massignan C, Moro J, Moccelini B, de Vasconcelos FMT, Cardoso M, Bolan M. Socio-economic characteristics, acid drinking patterns and gastric alterations associated with erosive tooth wear in children: a cross-sectional study. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2019; 21:573-579. [PMID: 31808110 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-019-00498-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2019] [Accepted: 11/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIMS Assessing the influence of socio-economic characteristics, acid drinking patterns and gastric alterations considering erosive tooth experience in children. METHODS Cross-sectional study to assess 08-10-year-old children enrolled in the primary education in public schools in Florianopolis, Brazil (n = 1085). Caregivers have answered questionnaires comprising independent variables (head of the household education frequency consumption of sports drinks, acid juice/soda, chewing gum, recurrent vomiting, gastric disorders and vomiting after overeating). Four trained dental surgeons have examined the children for the erosive tooth wear-dependent variable (O'Sullivan index), as well as collected dental caries (DMFT) and dental crowding (DAI index) information. A two-stage cluster-sampling plan was conducted. Unadjusted and adjusted logistic regression models were applied (Odds ratio, OR; 95% Confidence interval, CI and 5% significance level). RESULTS The prevalence of erosive tooth wear was 15.67%. Erosive tooth wear was positively associated with high consumption of sports drinks (OR 3.42; 95% CI: 1.18-9.23). Children whose caregivers' educational level was equal or less than four years of study were less likely to have erosive tooth wear (OR 0.39; 95% CI: 0.17-0.88). CONCLUSION High consumption of sports drinks is positively associated with erosive tooth wear. Children whose caregivers' educational level is low are less likely to present erosive tooth wear.
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- Carla Massignan
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil. .,Departamento de Odontologia, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, UFSC, Campus Universitário, CCS-ODT, Trindade Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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Lussi A, Buzalaf MAR, Duangthip D, Anttonen V, Ganss C, João-Souza SH, Baumann T, Carvalho TS. The use of fluoride for the prevention of dental erosion and erosive tooth wear in children and adolescents. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2019; 20:517-527. [PMID: 30762211 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-019-00420-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2019] [Accepted: 02/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Erosive tooth wear (ETW) has gained increasing clinical relevance. It is estimated that worldwide 30-50% of deciduous and 20-45% of permanent teeth are affected. One of the most important nutritional factors causing ETW is the overconsumption of soft drinks, but also patient-related factors like reflux or eating disorders can lead to erosive lesions. Whether acids lead to erosive demineralisation depends on their degree of saturation with respect to tooth mineral at their actual pH. REVIEW Fluoride compounds like sodium or amine fluoride seem to be of limited efficacy against erosion, the main reason for this is the missing biofilm in the erosive process as well as the lower pH of the acids compared to bacterial acids. This means that to achieve some kind of preventive effect it would be necessary to use products with higher fluoride concentration, which is not an appropriate option for small children, and/or to increase the frequency of application. In addition, the fluoride compound plays a role as promising effects were found when fluoride is combined with titanium or stannous ions. TiF4 can cause acid-resistant surface coatings and when Sn2+/F- formulations are applied, Sn is not only found on the surface but is also incorporated into enamel and dentine. Both effects make the tooth surface more resistant against acid demineralisation. Different fluoride-containing vehicles have been tested to prevent erosion/ETW, such as toothpastes, rinses, gels and varnishes. Toothpastes offer some degree of protection, especially Sn2+-containing formulations, but effects of the active ingredients are sometimes counteracted by the presence of abrasives. CONCLUSION Detecting associated factors and influencing them is the main instrument in arresting erosive tooth wear. Additionally, patients at risk for dental erosion should always use an additional fluoride source preferably containing Sn2+.
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- A Lussi
- Department of Restorative, Preventive, and Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 7, 3010, Bern, Switzerland.
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- Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, Bauru, SP, Brazil
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Research Unit of Oral Health Sciences, Department of Cariology, Endodontology and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.,Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital and University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland
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- Department for Conservative and Preventive Dentistry, Dental Clinic, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Restorative, Preventive, and Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 7, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Restorative, Preventive, and Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 7, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Restorative, Preventive, and Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 7, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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Rios D, Ionta FQ, Rebelato R, Jordão MC, Wang L, Magalhães AC, Honório HM. The effect of aspartame and pH changes on the erosive potential of cola drinks in bovine enamel: An in vitro study. J Clin Exp Dent 2018; 10:e933-e937. [PMID: 30386528 PMCID: PMC6203923 DOI: 10.4317/jced.54963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2018] [Accepted: 07/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to clarify the mechanism behind the different erosive potential of regular and light cola drinks: pH difference and/or aspartame presence. MATERIAL AND METHODS Sixty bovine enamel blocks were randomly divided into 5 groups: RC - regular cola, RCpH - addition of base to increase regular cola pH, RCAS - addition of aspartame to regular cola, LC - light cola, and LCpH - addition of acid to decrease light cola pH. Two-thirds of the blocks surface was coated with nail varnish for reference. The samples were daily subjected to four erosive challenges for 2 minutes. Between the erosive challenges (2h) and overnight the samples were maintained in artificial saliva. The response variable was the percentage surface hardness change (%SHC) after 1st experimental day and enamel surface loss (µm) measured at the 5th day by profilometry. Data were analyzed by ANOVA and Tukey's test (p<0.05). RESULTS Independently of the cola modifications, all groups promoted similar hardness change of enamel surface. RC promoted higher enamel loss (6.69±0.71µm) than LC (4.80±0.77µm). The acid addition to light cola (LCpH: 6.60±1.78µm) significantly enhanced its erosive potential, which did not differ from RC. The base addition to regular cola (RCpH-4.00±0.64µm) resulted in similar wear to LC. The addition of aspartame to the regular cola (RCAS 5.44±0.65µm) resulted in similar wear to LC and RC. CONCLUSIONS The data suggest that the pH alteration has a major impact on the erosive potential of cola drinks, however, the sweetener also has some influence. Key words:Tooth erosion, dental enamel, soft drinks, ph, sweetener.
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- Daniela Rios
- Departments of Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Public Health
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- Departments of Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Public Health
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- Departments of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics and Dental Materials
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Monitoring the progression of erosive tooth wear (ETW) using BEWE index in casts and their 3D images: A retrospective longitudinal study. J Dent 2018; 73:70-75. [PMID: 29660487 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2018.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2017] [Revised: 03/09/2018] [Accepted: 04/11/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine if the Basic erosive tooth wear index (BEWE index) is able to assess and monitor ETW changes in two consecutive cast models, and detect methodological differences when using the corresponding 3D image replicas. METHODS A total of 480 pre-treatment and 2-year post-treatment orthodontic models (n = 240 cast models and n = 240 3D image replicas) from 120 adolescents treated between 2002 and 2013 at the Gent Dental Clinic, Belgium, were scored using the BEWE index. For data analysis only posterior sextants were considered, and inter-method differences were evaluated using Wilcoxon Signed Rank test, Kappa values and Mc Nemar tests (p < 0.05). Correlations between methods were determined using Kendall tau correlation test. RESULTS Significant changes of ETW were detected between two consecutive models when BEWE index was used to score cast models or their 3D image replicas (p < 0.001). A strong significant correlation (τb: 0.74; p < 0.001) was shown between both methods However, 3D image-BEWE index combination showed a higher probability for detecting initial surface changes, and scored significantly higher than casts (p < 0.001). Incidence and progression of ETW using 3D images was 13.3% (n = 16) and 60.9% (n = 56) respectively, with two subjects developing BEWE = 3 in at least one tooth surface. CONCLUSIONS BEWE index is a suitable tool for the scoring of ETW lesions in 3D images and cast. The combination of both digital 3D records and index, can be used for the monitoring of ETW in a longitudinal approach. The higher sensibility of BEWE index when scoring 3D images might improve the early diagnosis of ETW lesions. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The BEWE index combined with digital 3D records of oral conditions might improve the practitioner performance with respect to early diagnosis, monitoring and managing ETW.
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Schlueter N, Luka B. Erosive tooth wear – a review on global prevalence and on its prevalence in risk groups. Br Dent J 2018; 224:364-370. [DOI: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 107] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/03/2017] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Skalsky Jarkander M, Grindefjord M, Carlstedt K. Dental erosion, prevalence and risk factors among a group of adolescents in Stockholm County. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2018; 19:23-31. [PMID: 29327216 PMCID: PMC5807473 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-017-0317-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2017] [Accepted: 10/30/2017] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Aims To investigate the prevalence and risk factors of dental erosion (DE) among a group of adolescents in Stockholm County. Materials and methods This cross sectional cohort study was conducted at three clinics of the Public Dental Service in Stockholm County. Fifteen and 17 year old adolescents (1335) who scheduled their regular dental health examination were asked to participate. After drop-outs a sample of 1071 individuals, 547 males and 524 females were enrolled in the study. Presence of erosive wear was diagnosed (yes/no) on marker teeth by trained dentists/dental hygienists and photographs were taken. The adolescents answered a questionnaire regarding oral symptoms, dietary and behavioural factors. Two calibrated specialist dentists performed evaluation of the photographs for severity of DE using a modified version of the Simplified Erosion Partial Recording System (SEPRS). Results DE was clinically diagnosed in 28.3% of 15 years old and 34.3% of 17 years old. Severe erosive wear (grade 3 and 4 according to SEPRS) was found in 18.3% of the adolescents based upon the intra-oral photographs. DE was more prevalent and severe among males than females. Clinically diagnosed erosive lesions correlated significantly with soft drink consumption (p < 0.001), the use of juice or sport drinks as a thirst quencher after exercise (p = 0.006) and tooth hypersensitivity when eating and drinking (p = 0.012). Furthermore, self-assessed gastric reflux was a factor strongly associated with DE (p < 0.001). Conclusion The study indicated that DE was common among adolescents in Stockholm County and associated with both internal and external risk factors.
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- M Skalsky Jarkander
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Public Dental Service, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Public Dental Service, Stockholm, Sweden
- Divisions of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Solna, Sweden
- Centre for Pediatric Oral Health Research, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Institute of Clinical Odontology, University of Tromsö, Tromsö, Norway
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Al-Dlaigan YH, Al-Meedania LA, Anil S. The influence of frequently consumed beverages and snacks on dental erosion among preschool children in Saudi Arabia. Nutr J 2017; 16:80. [PMID: 29228963 PMCID: PMC5725932 DOI: 10.1186/s12937-017-0307-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2017] [Accepted: 12/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background To determine the prevalence of dental erosion and its association to commonly used beverages and snacks among 3 to 5 year old preschool children in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Methods Three hundred eighty-eight preschool children between 3 and 5 years old were selected from 10 different schools using a cluster random sample selection; there were 184 (47%) boys and 204 (53%) girls. The surfaces of each tooth were examined for erosion, and the level of tooth wear was recorded. Data on the frequently used beverages and snacks were obtained by questionnaires completed by the parents of the preschool children. Results Among the 388 children examined, 47% exhibited low erosion, 10% exhibited moderate erosion and 4% exhibited severe erosion. There was no statistically significant difference between boys and girls in terms of the prevalence of erosion. Sixty percent of the children regularly consumed juice drinks. Among daily consumers, 84% of children showed erosion prevalence with strongly significant association (p < 0.005). Holding the drink in the mouth also showed a significant association with erosion (p < 0.02). Conclusion It was concluded that an association was found between the prevalence of dental erosion and the frequency of citrus and carbonated juice consumed by the preschool children in Saudi Arabia.
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- Yousef H Al-Dlaigan
- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. BOX 60169, Riyadh, 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. BOX 60169, Riyadh, 11545, Saudi Arabia
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- Dental Biomaterials Research Chair, Dental Health Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Gheorghiu IM, Mitran L, Mitran M, Iliescu AA, Scarlatescu S, Suciu I, Perlea P. Specific clinical aspects of the dental caries in deciduous teeth. ARS MEDICA TOMITANA 2017. [DOI: 10.1515/arsm-2017-0036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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This paper reviews the clinical aspects of dental caries in primary teeth. The specific aspects of carious processes in deciduous dentition are: the progress of dental caries quickly leads to pulp complications; the intake of hydrocabonate is high in children, and the presence of the bacterial dental plaque is favored, especially with in the conditions of poor oral hygiene in children; the lack of information and education of the parents regarding the importance of the dental carious treatment in temporary teeth often leads to the point of completely irecuperable tooth.
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- Irina-Maria Gheorghiu
- Department of Restorative Odontotherapy, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Elias Hospital, Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF Craiova , Romania
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest , Romania
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Wilder-Smith CH, Materna A, Martig L, Lussi A. Longitudinal study of gastroesophageal reflux and erosive tooth wear. BMC Gastroenterol 2017; 17:113. [PMID: 29070010 PMCID: PMC5657057 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-017-0670-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2017] [Accepted: 10/16/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background Approximately 60% of patients presenting to dentists with erosive tooth wear have significant gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), despite minor reflux symptoms. No longitudinal studies of reflux-associated erosive tooth wear and of reflux characteristics have been reported to date. The aim of this study was to characterize the longitudinal course of GERD and of associated erosive tooth wear, as well as factors predictive of its progression, in a large group of patients. Methods Seventy-two patients presenting to dentists with clinically significant erosive tooth wear and increased esophageal acid exposure by 24-h multichannel intraluminal pH-impedance measurement (MII-pH) were re-assessed clinically and by MII-pH after 1 year treatment with esomeprazole 20 mg twice-daily. Predictive factors for erosive tooth wear were assessed by logistic regression. Results At follow-up, no further progression in erosive tooth wear was observed in 53 (74%) of patients. The percentage of time with a pH < 4, the number of acid reflux episodes and the percentage of proximal esophageal reflux off-PPI did not change significantly after one year, but the number of weakly acidic reflux episodes decreased significantly in the large subgroup without progression. None of the baseline demographic, clinical, endoscopic or esophageal acid exposure characteristics were significantly associated with progression of erosive tooth wear at follow-up. Conclusions In this longitudinal study in patients with erosive tooth wear and oligosymptomatic GERD receiving esomeprazole for one year, erosive tooth wear did not progress further in the majority of patients. Background acidic esophageal reflux exposure appeared stable over time, whereas weakly acidic exposure decreased significantly in patients without erosion progression. MII-pH measurements on-PPI and with healthy controls will be useful in the further elucidation of the causal role of reflux in erosive tooth wear. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov, retrospectively registered: NCT02087345.
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- Clive H Wilder-Smith
- Brain-Gut Research Group and Gastroenterology Group Practice, Bubenbergplatz 11, -3011, Bern, CH, Switzerland. .,Department of Preventive, Restorative and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
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- Brain-Gut Research Group and Gastroenterology Group Practice, Bubenbergplatz 11, -3011, Bern, CH, Switzerland
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- Institute of Mathematical Statistics and Actuarial Science, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Preventive, Restorative and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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OBJECTIVE This study estimated the prevalence, distribution and associated factors of tooth erosion in Brazilian schoolchildren. STUDY DESIGN A cross-sectional study was carried out in a representative sample of children aged 8-12-years-old from public and private schools. Six calibrated examiners assessed tooth erosion (O'Sullivan index) and other oral conditions (dental trauma, enamel defects, plaque, dental caries and dental crowding). Socio-demographic and behavioral data were collected using questionnaires. Interviews were conducted in children and in parents. Data were analyzed using Poisson regression model considering the cluster sample (Prevalence Ratio-PR; 95% Confidence Interval-CI). RESULTS A total of 1,210 children participated and were examined. Tooth erosion was observed in 25.1% of the children. Lesions were mostly observed in enamel and less than a half of the buccal surface was affected. The type of school and age were significant associated with higher prevalence of tooth erosion and dental crowding was associated with less probability of tooth erosion significantly. Acidic food or drinks were not associated with dental erosion. CONCLUSION The prevalence of tooth erosion in the studied population was high. Erosive lesions were not severe, confined in enamel. Tooth erosion was associated with age, type of school, socioeconomic level and dental crowding.
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Birta OB, Kerekes-Máthé B, Mártha K, Farkas HP, Bors A, Molnar C, Székely M. Preliminary Assessment of Risk Factors for Tooth Wear. JOURNAL OF INTERDISCIPLINARY MEDICINE 2017. [DOI: 10.1515/jim-2017-0073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background: Epidemiological studies have reported an increasing prevalence of tooth wear, and general dental practitioners see a greater number of patients seeking treatment with worn dentition. Improper oral hygiene, unhealthy habits, occupational hazards, and potentially erosive processed foods seem to play a major role in the non-carious loss of dental hard tissue. The aim of this study is to assess the factors and cofactors that may play a major role in the genesis of dental attrition, dental abrasion, and, especially, dental erosion.
Material and methods: Seventy-nine consecutive patients, aged between 17 and 78 years, have enrolled in our study, completing a questionnaire regarding chronic illnesses, eating habits, and dental hygiene, followed by a dental clinical examination.
Results: The male-female ratio was 1.4:1, with a mean age of 35.6 years. Forty-four (55.7%) patients presented objective signs of tooth wear. Regarding oral hygiene habits, the use of a hard toothbrush is linked to increased tooth wear, while brushing in a circular motion seems to be the least abrasive. We found a considerable prevalence of bruxism (19%), which led to severe generalized attrition in almost half of such patients. The most popular drinks with erosive potential were coffee (58.2%), soft drinks (57%), and tea (24.1%), and extrinsic erosion was more frequent in patients younger than 30 years. Understandably, physiological tooth wear was more common in older patients. The questionnaire revealed that over 60% of patients have inaccurate knowledge of tooth wear.
Conclusions: Tooth wear is partially a progressive physiological process. Unfortunately, we see it increasing in younger patients due to pathological influencing factors. These include improper tooth brushing technique and materials, bruxism, dental prosthesis, dietary habits. Primordial and primary prevention is the key to reducing morbidity, health education being an essential part of it.
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- Orsolya Beáta Birta
- Department of Removable Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureș , Romania
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- Department of Tooth Morphology, Dental Technology and Materials, Faculty of Dentistry , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureş , Romania
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- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureș , Romania
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of General Medicine , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureş , Romania
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- Department of Tooth Morphology, Dental Technology and Materials, Faculty of Dentistry , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureş , Romania
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- Department of Tooth Morphology, Dental Technology and Materials, Faculty of Dentistry , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureş , Romania
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- Department of Tooth Morphology, Dental Technology and Materials, Faculty of Dentistry , University of Medicine and Pharmacy , Tîrgu Mureş , Romania
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Gheorghiu IM, Perlea P, Mitran L, Iliescu AA, Scarlatescu S, Suciu I, Mitran M. Dental lesions and restorative treatment in molars. ARS MEDICA TOMITANA 2017. [DOI: 10.1515/arsm-2017-0024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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This article review specific clinical issues of the molar teeth, as well as the therapeutic approach of their pathology. The dental pathology we face in the group of molars is related to: dental caries, dental trauma (crown and crown-root fractures), dental wear phenomena. The therapeutic approach of the molar teeth is represented by: restoration of the loss of hard dental tissues; endodontic treatments of pulpal and periapical complications; surgical treatment. The restorative treatments in molars are: direct restorations, with or without supplementary anchorage for obturations; inlay, onlay; prosthetic crown.
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- Irina-Maria Gheorghiu
- Department of Restorative Odontotherapy, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Bucharest , Romania
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest Calea Plevnei 17-23, Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Elias Hospital, Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF Craiova, Craiova , Romania
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Bucharest , Romania
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, UMF “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Bucharest , Romania
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Brusius CD, Alves LS, Susin C, Maltz M. Dental erosion among South Brazilian adolescents: A 2.5-year longitudinal study. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol 2017; 46:17-23. [PMID: 28727163 DOI: 10.1111/cdoe.12322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2016] [Accepted: 06/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This population-based longitudinal study investigated the incidence, progression and risk factors for dental erosion among South Brazilian adolescents. METHODS Eight hundred and one schoolchildren attending 42 public and private schools were clinically examined at 12 years of age; clinical examinations were repeated after 2.5 years (SD=0.3). After tooth cleaning and drying, permanent incisors and first molars were classified using the Basic Erosive Wear Examination (BEWE) scoring criteria. Questionnaires were used to collect data on socio-demographic characteristics, dietary habits, toothbrushing frequency and general health. Poisson regression analysis was used to assess the association between dental erosion incidence and explanatory variables, with adjusted incidence risk ratios (IRR) and 95% CI estimated. RESULTS Among those who did not have dental erosion at baseline, 49 of 680 schoolchildren (7.1%; 95% CI=5.2-9.1) developed erosive lesions over the follow-up period. Among schoolchildren who had dental erosion at baseline, 31 of 121 (25.4%; 95% CI=17.6-33.3) had new or more severe lesions. Boys were more likely to develop dental erosion than girls (IRR=1.88; 95% CI=1.06-3.32). CONCLUSIONS A moderate incidence of dental erosion was observed among South Brazilian adolescents, with boys being at higher risk. The high progression rate of 25% observed here is very concerning, and it should be taken in consideration when designing preventive strategies for dental erosion.
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- C D Brusius
- Department of Social and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil
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- Department of Periodontics and Oral Biology, The Dental College of Georgia, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Department of Social and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Provatenou E, Kaklamanos EG, Kevrekidou A, Kosma I, Kotsanos N. Erosive Tooth Wear and Related Risk Factors in 8- and 14-Year-Old Greek Children. Caries Res 2016; 50:349-62. [PMID: 27286713 DOI: 10.1159/000445980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2015] [Accepted: 04/04/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The aim of the present study was to investigate the erosive tooth wear of primary and permanent teeth and its association with related risk factors. Two groups of Greek children aged 8 (n = 329) and 14 years (n = 263) were examined in the classroom using the Basic Erosive Wear Examination (BEWE) index. Data concerning risk factors were collected using questionnaires. Dental caries (DMFS/dmfs) was also recorded. The data were analyzed using the t test, one-way ANOVA, multiple regression analysis, Fisher's exact test, and the χ2 test. In the 8-year-olds, the primary teeth showed a predominantly medium level of wear and the permanent teeth no wear. A majority of the 14-year-olds exhibited low risk levels of wear. The most frequently affected dental surface in both age groups was the occlusal surface of the mandibular posterior teeth. In the 8-year-olds, BEWE scores and the prevalence of wear in the primary teeth was influenced by gender (p = 0.020). In their permanent teeth, soft drink consumption (p < 0.0001) and preference for lemon/vinegar (p = 0.041) significantly affected wear prevalence and BEWE scores, while habitually retaining soft drinks in the mouth influenced wear prevalence (p = 0.008), risk (p = 0.004), and BEWE scores (p = 0.022). In the 14-year-olds, wear prevalence was significantly affected by the consumption of lemon-flavored candies (p = 0.016) and soft drinks (p = 0.050). BEWE scores were significantly affected by gender (p = 0.022) and soft drink consumption (p = 0.030). Gender influenced tooth wear risk in both age groups (p = 0.010 and p = 0.021, respectively). The results of this study indicate that erosive tooth wear differed between primary and permanent teeth and was influenced by gender and dietary factors.
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- Efthymia Provatenou
- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of
Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki , Greece
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- Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dubai , United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of
Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki , Greece
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of
Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki , Greece
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of
Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki , Greece
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Hasselkvist A, Johansson A, Johansson AK. A 4 year prospective longitudinal study of progression of dental erosion associated to lifestyle in 13-14 year-old Swedish adolescents. J Dent 2016; 47:55-62. [PMID: 26867982 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2016.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2015] [Revised: 02/01/2016] [Accepted: 02/06/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the progression of dental erosion in 13-14 year-olds after 4 years, and its association with lifestyle and oral health. METHODS 227 randomly selected 13-14 year-olds from a Public Dental Clinic, Örebro, Sweden, were investigated. A clinical examination was performed which included dental caries/gingival/plaque status, as well as grading of dental erosion at the tooth surface and participant levels in "marker teeth", including buccal/palatal surfaces of 6 maxillary anterior teeth (13-23), and occlusal surfaces of first molars. An interview and a questionnaire regarding drinking habits and other lifestyle factors were completed. All investigations were repeated at follow-up. The participants were divided into high and low progression erosion groups and logistic regression statistics were applied. RESULTS 175 individuals participated at follow-up. Progression occurred in 35% of the 2566 tooth surfaces. 32% of the surfaces had deteriorated by one severity grade (n=51 individuals) and 3% by two grades (n=2 individuals). Boys showed more severe erosion than girls at the follow-up. Among the variables predicting greater progression, a lower severity of erosive wear at baseline had the highest OR (13.3), followed in descending order by a "retaining" drinking technique, more frequent intake of drinks between meals, low GBI and lesser sour milk intake, with reference to the baseline recording. Using these five variables, sensitivity and specificity were 87% and 67% respectively, for predicting progression of erosion. CONCLUSIONS Progression of erosive lesions in Swedish adolescents aged 13-14 years followed up to age 17-18 years was common and related to certain lifestyle factors. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE In permanent teeth, dental erosion may develop early in life and its progression is common. Dental health workers should be made aware of this fact and regular screenings for erosion and recording of associated lifestyle factors should be performed.
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- Agneta Hasselkvist
- Public Dental Service, Nora, Region Örebro County Council, Sweden; Department of Clinical Dentistry-Cariology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry-Prosthodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry-Cariology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Bergen, Norway.
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Muller-Bolla M, Courson F, Smail-Faugeron V, Bernardin T, Lupi-Pégurier L. Dental erosion in French adolescents. BMC Oral Health 2015; 15:147. [PMID: 26585794 PMCID: PMC4653893 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-015-0133-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2015] [Accepted: 11/09/2015] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background Since the 2000s, different epidemiological studies focusing on the prevalence or the aetiology of DE in adolescents recognised them as an at-risk population due to their eating behaviours. None was carried out in French adolescents. The primary objective of this study was to assess the prevalence of dental erosion (DE) using the total BEWE score among adolescents in the department of Alpes Maritimes, France. The secondary objectives were to observe changes in prevalence estimates depending on both the cutoffvalue of total BEWE score with different teeth/dental surfaces examined, and to identify the related risk factors. Methods A cross-sectional study in a multistage random sample of 339 14-yr-old schoolchildren was carried out in 2014. The children completed a self-administered questionnaire concerning diet and oral habits. Caries was assessed with ICDAS-II (International Caries Detection and Assessment System-II) criteria and erosion with BEWE (Basic Erosive Wear Examination) index. The total BEWE score was calculated to assess the DE prevalence with two cutoff values (3 and 1). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and logistic regression models. Results The 331 children were aged 14.4 ± 0.5 years. The DE prevalence was 39 % using a total BEWE score ≥ 3. With a cutoff total BEWE score of 1 (at least one affected tooth), the prevalence varied from 3.9 to 56.8 % depending on the teeth/surfaces that were used for the analysis. The DE prevalence, assessed with only first molars and maxillary incisors, was about 54 %. The risk factors for DE (total BEWE score ≥ 3) were daily consumption of acidic beverages (OR: 4.0; 95 % CI: 2.1–7.6) and acidic sweets (OR: 3.2; 95 % CI: 1.2–8.0), low socio economic category (OR: 2.4; 95 % CI: 1.1–5.0) and visible dental biofilm (OR: 2.0; 95 % CI: 1.2–3.4). Conclusion Depending on the method chosen, the prevalence varied from 3.9 to 56.8 % among these adolescents. Thus, a consensus on choice of index, teeth to examine and age at assessment is necessary to standardise measurement of DE prevalence.
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- Michèle Muller-Bolla
- Dental Faculty, University Nice Sophia Antipolis. CHUN, Nice, France. .,URB2i - EA 4462, University Paris Descartes, Montrouge, France.
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- URB2i - EA 4462, University Paris Descartes, Montrouge, France.,Dental Faculty, University Paris Descartes, Montrouge, France
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- URB2i - EA 4462, University Paris Descartes, Montrouge, France.,Dental Faculty, University Paris Descartes, Montrouge, France
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Delvar A, Lindh L, Arnebrant T, Sotres J. Interaction of Polyelectrolytes with Salivary Pellicles on Hydroxyapatite Surfaces under Erosive Acidic Conditions. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2015; 7:21610-21618. [PMID: 26368580 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.5b07118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The modification of acidic beverage formulations with food-approved, nonhazardous substances with antierosive properties has been identified as a key strategy for counteracting the prevalence of dental erosion, i.e., the acid-induced dissolution of hydroxyapatite (HA, the main mineral component of tooth surfaces). While many of such substances have been reported, very little is known on how they interact with teeth and inhibit their acid-induced dissolution. With the aim of filling this gap in knowledge, we have studied under acidic conditions the interaction between two polyelectrolytes of differing ionic character, carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and chitosan, and saliva-coated hydroxyapatite, i.e., a model for the outer surface of teeth. These studies were performed by means of ellipsometry, quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring, and atomic force microscopy. We also studied, by means of pH variations, how dissolution of saliva-coated HA is affected by including these polyelectrolytes in the erosive solutions. Our results confirm that salivary films protect HA from acid-induced dissolution, but only for a limited time. If the acid is modified with CMC, this polyelectrolyte incorporates into the salivary films prolonging in time their protective function. Eventually, the CMC-modified salivary films are removed from the HA surfaces. From this moment, HA is continuously coated with CMC, but this offers only a weak protection against erosion. When the acid is modified with the cationic chitosan, the polyelectrolyte adsorbs on top of the salivary films. Chitosan-modified salivary films are also eventually replaced by bare chitosan films. In this case both coatings offer a similar protection against HA dissolution, which is nevertheless notably higher than that offered by CMC.
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- Alice Delvar
- Chemistry Department, ENSIACET , 31030 Toulouse, France
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Masoe AV, Blinkhorn AS, Taylor J, Blinkhorn FA. Factors that influence the preventive care offered to adolescents accessing Public Oral Health Services, NSW, Australia. ADOLESCENT HEALTH MEDICINE AND THERAPEUTICS 2015; 6:101-13. [PMID: 26124689 PMCID: PMC4476312 DOI: 10.2147/ahmt.s84332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Many adolescents are at risk of dental caries and periodontal disease, which may be controlled through health education and clinical preventive interventions provided by oral health and dental therapists (therapists). Senior clinicians (SCs) can influence the focus of dental care in the New South Wales (NSW) Public Oral Health Services as their role is to provide clinical support and advice to therapists, advocate for their communities, and inform Local Health District (LHD) managers of areas for clinical quality improvement. The objective of this study was to record facilitating factors and strategies that are used by SCs to encourage therapists to provide preventive care and advice to adolescent patients. METHODS In-depth, semistructured interviews were undertaken with 16 SCs from all of the 15 NSW LHDs (nine rural and six metropolitan). A framework matrix was used to systematically code data and enable key themes to be identified for analysis. RESULTS All SCs from the 15 NSW Health LHDs participated in the study. Factors influencing SCs' ability to integrate preventive care into clinical practice were: 1) clinical leadership and administrative support, 2) professional support network, 3) clinical and educational resources, 4) the clinician's patient management aptitude, and 5) clinical governance processes. Clinical quality improvement and continuing professional development strategies equipped clinicians to manage and enhance adolescents' confidence toward self-care. CONCLUSION This study shows that SCs have a clear understanding of strategies to enhance the therapist's offer of scientific-based preventive care to adolescents. The problem they face is that currently, success is measured in terms of relief of pain activities, restorations placed, and extraction of teeth, which is an outdated concept. However, to improve clinical models of care will require the overarching administrative authority, NSW Health, to accept that the scientific evidence relating to dental care has changed and that management monitoring information should be incorporated into NSW Health reforms.
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- Angela V Masoe
- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Oral Health, University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Population Oral Health, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Sydney, Westmead, NSW, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Oral Health, University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Oral Health, University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, NSW, Australia
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Masoe AV, Blinkhorn AS, Taylor J, Blinkhorn FA. Preventive management plans recorded by dental therapists and oral health therapists using clinical vignettes for adolescents accessing public oral health services in New South Wales, Australia. Aust Dent J 2015; 61:21-28. [PMID: 25912297 DOI: 10.1111/adj.12336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/20/2015] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to investigate factors that influence dental therapists and oral health therapists (therapists) plan preventive oral health care for adolescents attending New South Wales public oral health services. METHODS A cross-sectional postal survey using two clinical vignettes was used to record the preventive care treatment plans offered by therapists working across 15 New South Wales local health districts. Data were tabulated and chi-square statistics used in the analysis. RESULTS One hundred and seventeen therapists returned questionnaires, giving a 64.6% response rate. The participants highlighted the importance of offering oral hygiene instruction (97.0%), dietary advice (95.0%) and topical fluoride applications (74.0%). Recommended home use products included fluoride toothpaste 5000 ppmF (59.0%) and casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate plus fluoride (CPP-ACPF) paste (57.7%). Over 50% used fissure sealants. More respondents (88%) would utilize motivational interviewing strategies for a patient with dental caries concerns; however, only 63% would use this technique for a patient in pain (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Considerable variations were noted in therapists' recommendations for stabilizing and managing dental disease, suggesting a need for clinical directors to consider providing more advice to therapists on the scientific basis of preventing dental caries.
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- A V Masoe
- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Oral Health Discipline, The University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, New South Wales, Australia
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- Population Oral Health Unit, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Sydney, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Oral Health Discipline, The University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Oral Health Discipline, The University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, New South Wales, Australia
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Oliveira GC, Boteon AP, Ionta FQ, Moretto MJ, Honório HM, Wang L, Rios D. In Vitro Effects of Resin Infiltration on Enamel Erosion Inhibition. Oper Dent 2015; 40:492-502. [PMID: 25587972 DOI: 10.2341/14-162-l] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Resin-based materials that show promising effects for preventing the progression of erosion have been studied. This in vitro study evaluated the effects of applying resin-based materials, including resin infiltration, on previously eroded enamel subjected to erosive challenges. The influence of enamel surface etching prior to application of the material was also studied. Bovine enamel blocks were immersed in hydrochloric acid (HCl), 0.01 M (pH 2.3), for 30 seconds in order to form a softened erosion lesion. The blocks were then randomly divided into nine groups (n=12) and treated as follows: C = control without treatment; Hel = pit & fissure resin sealant (Helioseal Clear); Adh = two-step self-etching adhesive system (AdheSe); Tet = two-step conventional adhesive system (Tetric N-bond); and Inf = infiltrant (Icon). The Helno, Adhno, Tetno, and Infno groups received the same materials without (or with no) surface conditioning. The depth of the material's penetration into softened erosion lesions was qualitatively analyzed using reflection and fluorescence confocal microscopy. After application of the materials, the blocks were immersed in HCl for two minutes; this step was followed by immersion in artificial saliva for 120 minutes four times a day for five days (erosive cycling). Both the enamel alteration and material thickness were analyzed using profilometry, and the results were submitted to Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn tests (p>0.05). Images from the confocal microscopy showed minimal penetration of Adh/Adhno and deep penetration of Inf/Infno into the erosive lesions. The groups Hel, Adh, Inf, Tetno, and Infno resulted in the formation of a layer of material over the enamel, which was effective in inhibiting the progression of erosion. In conclusion, the infiltrant, with or without etching, was able to penetrate and protect the enamel against dental erosion. The other resin-based materials, except for the two-step conventional adhesive, were able to penetrate and inhibit the progression of erosive lesions only when they were applied after enamel etching.
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Salas MMS, Nascimento GG, Huysmans MC, Demarco FF. Estimated prevalence of erosive tooth wear in permanent teeth of children and adolescents: an epidemiological systematic review and meta-regression analysis. J Dent 2014; 43:42-50. [PMID: 25446243 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2014.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2014] [Revised: 10/23/2014] [Accepted: 10/30/2014] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The main purpose of this systematic review was to estimate the prevalence of dental erosion in permanent teeth of children and adolescents. METHODS An electronic search was performed up to and including March 2014. Eligibility criteria included population-based studies in permanent teeth of children and adolescents aged 8-19-year-old reporting the prevalence or data that allowed the calculation of prevalence rates of tooth erosion. Data collection assessed information regarding geographic location, type of index used for clinical examination, sample size, year of publication, age, examined teeth and tissue exposure. The estimated prevalence of erosive wear was determined, followed by a meta-regression analysis. RESULTS Twenty-two papers were included in the systematic review. The overall estimated prevalence of tooth erosion was 30.4% (95%IC 23.8-37.0). In the multivariate meta-regression model use of the Tooth Wear Index for clinical examination, studies with sample smaller than 1000 subjects and those conducted in the Middle East and Africa remained associated with higher dental erosion prevalence rates. CONCLUSIONS Our results demonstrated that the estimated prevalence of erosive wear in permanent teeth of children and adolescents is 30.4% with high heterogeneity between studies. Additionally, the correct choice of a clinical index for dental erosion detection and the geographic location play an important role for the large variability of erosive tooth wear in permanent teeth of children and adolescents. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The prevalence of tooth erosion observed in permanent teeth of children and adolescents was considerable high. Our results demonstrated that prevalence rate of erosive wear was influenced by methodological and diagnosis factors. When tooth erosion is assessed, the clinical index should be considered.
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- M M S Salas
- Post-Graduate Program in Dentistry, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Dentistry, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, P.O. Box 9101, NL 6500 HB Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Post-Graduate Program in Dentistry, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil; Post-Graduate Program in Epidemiology, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil.
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Søvik JB, Tveit AB, Storesund T, Mulic A. Dental erosion: a widespread condition nowadays? A cross-sectional study among a group of adolescents in Norway. Acta Odontol Scand 2014; 72:523-9. [PMID: 24432788 DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2013.875588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, distribution and severity of erosive wear in a group of 16-18-year-olds in the western part of Norway. A second aim was to describe possible associations between caries experience, socioeconomic background and origin of birth. MATERIALS AND METHODS Adolescents (n = 795) attending recall examinations at Public Dental Service (PDS) clinics were also examined for dental erosive wear on index surfaces, using the Visual Erosion Dental Examination scoring system (VEDE). RESULTS In total, 795 individuals were examined. Dental erosive wear was diagnosed in 59% of the population (44% erosive wear in enamel only, 14% combination of enamel and dentine lesions, 1% erosive wear in dentine only). The palatal surfaces of upper central incisors and occlusal surfaces of first lower molars were affected the most (33% and 48% of all surfaces, respectively). Cuppings on molars were registered in 66% of the individuals with erosive wear. Erosive wear was significantly more prevalent among men (63%) than women (55%) (p = 0.018). CONCLUSIONS There were no significant associations between dental erosive wear and caries experience, socioeconomic background or origin of birth.
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- Jenny Bogstad Søvik
- Department of Cariology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo , Oslo , Norway
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Isaksson H, Birkhed D, Wendt LK, Alm A, Nilsson M, Koch G. Prevalence of dental erosion and association with lifestyle factors in Swedish 20-year olds. Acta Odontol Scand 2014; 72:448-57. [PMID: 24286494 DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2013.859727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the prevalence, distribution and severity of dental erosion and its association with lifestyle, oral and general health in young adults. MATERIALS AND METHODS Four hundred and ninety-four individuals, 20-years of age, participated. Dental erosion in molars and maxillary incisors was evaluated. Caries, plaque and gingivitis were registered. Saliva samples were taken and the subjects were interviewed about behavioural and dietary habits and oral and general health. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated. The individuals were sub-divided into two groups according to the presence and absence of dental erosion: within the group with erosion was a sub-group of individuals with extensive erosion. RESULTS Of the individuals 25% had no erosion, 75% had erosion and 18% had extensive erosion. Erosion was found in molars in 74% of the individuals and on buccal and palatal surfaces in maxillary incisors in 4% and 7%, respectively. Cupping was seen in 65% of individuals and severe erosion in molars in 1.6%. Compared to subjects with no erosion, those with extensive erosion had a higher consumption of soft drinks (p = 0.05), caries prevalence (p < 0.01), prevalence of mutans Streptococci (p < 0.01) and BMI (p < 0.05). Furthermore, subjects with erosion had higher caries prevalence (p < 0.01) and BMI (p < 0.01) than those with no erosion. CONCLUSIONS Swedish young adults have a high prevalence of dental erosion, but the level of severe erosion is low. The study disclosed a relationship between dental erosion and behavioural factors, oral health and BMI.
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, The Institute for Postgraduate Dental Education , Jönköping , Sweden
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Vered Y, Lussi A, Zini A, Gleitman J, Sgan-Cohen HD. Dental erosive wear assessment among adolescents and adults utilizing the basic erosive wear examination (BEWE) scoring system. Clin Oral Investig 2014; 18:1985-90. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-013-1175-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2013] [Accepted: 12/23/2013] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Olley R, Wilson R, Bartlett D, Moazzez R. Validation of the Basic Erosive Wear Examination. Caries Res 2014; 48:51-6. [DOI: 10.1159/000351872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2012] [Accepted: 05/08/2013] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Hamasha AAH, Zawaideh FI, Al-Hadithy RT. Risk indicators associated with dental erosion among Jordanian school children aged 12-14 years of age. Int J Paediatr Dent 2014; 24:56-68. [PMID: 23432693 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.12026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIM To identify potential risk indicators of dental erosion (DE) among 12- to 14-year-old Jordanian school children. DESIGN A random cross-sectional sample was selected from Amman, Irbid, and Al-Karak governorates. A weighted multistage random sampling system was used to yield 3812, 12- to 14-year-old school children from 81 schools. The study utilized a self-reported questionnaire of factors reported in the literature and thought to be associated with DE. Full mouth recording using the tooth wear index modified by Millward et al. (1994) was performed by a single calibrated examiner. RESULTS Logistic regression analysis defined the risk indicators that were simultaneously associated with DE with geographical location, medical condition including frequent mouth dryness, and having frequent bouts of vomiting or using a cortisol inhaler, dietary habits including consumption of carbonated beverages, lemon, sour candies, and sports drinks, keeping soft drinks in the mouth for a long time, brushing teeth following soft beverages or drinking lemon juice at bed time. CONCLUSIONS Dental erosion is a multifactorial condition in which mouth dryness, vomiting, cortisol inhaler use, keeping soft drinks in the mouth, drinking beverages at bed time, consumption of lemon, sour candies, and having confectionary as snacks are risk indicators, and area of residence are all potential factors.
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- Abed Al-Hadi Hamasha
- Faculty of Dentistry, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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Mulic A, Tveit AB, Skaare AB. Prevalence and severity of dental erosive wear among a group of Norwegian 18-year-olds. Acta Odontol Scand 2013; 71:475-81. [PMID: 22762481 DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2012.696689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim was to study prevalence, distribution and severity of erosive wear in a group of 18-year-olds. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 1456 adolescents were screened for erosive wear as part of their regular visit at the Public Dental Health Service (PDHS) clinics in Oslo. Of 554 (38%) registered with erosive wear, 267 accepted a second examination to record lesion distribution and severity, performed by one previously calibrated clinician. A tested erosive wear system (VEDE) was used. Occlusal surfaces of the first and second molars in both jaws and the labial and palatal surfaces of the upper incisors and canines were selected as index surfaces. RESULTS Of the 267 individuals with erosive wear, 13.5% were without lesions, 54.3% had erosive wear in enamel only, whereas 32.2% had at least one lesion extending into dentine. The upper central incisors (46%) and first lower molars (44%) were the most affected teeth with the highest presence on the palatal surfaces. Cuppings were registered in 62% of the individuals, usually in addition to erosive lesions on other surfaces. Eighty-five per cent of the cuppings were on first molars and 34% on the mesio-buccal cusp. Males had significantly more lesions into dentine compared with females (p = 0.03). There was a significant association between presence of erosive lesions and DMFT (p < 0.01), but no association between lesions and socio-economic or national background. CONCLUSIONS A high proportion of adolescents had erosive wear. Cuppings were a common finding.
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- Aida Mulic
- Department of Cariology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Operative, Preventive and Paediatric Dentistry, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Mulic A, Skudutyte-Rysstad R, Tveit AB, Skaare AB. Risk indicators for dental erosive wear among 18-yr-old subjects in Oslo, Norway. Eur J Oral Sci 2012; 120:531-8. [PMID: 23167470 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0722.2012.00997.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/25/2012] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The aim was to investigate risk indicators associated with dental erosive wear among 18-yr-old subjects in Oslo, Norway. Of 3,206 adolescents invited to participate in a screening examination for erosive wear, 1,456 were examined (giving a response rate of 45%). As part of the examination all participants completed a self-administered questionnaire. Associations between the presence of erosive lesions and the possible risk indicators were assessed by logistic regression analyses, taking into account the hierarchical relationships between the independent variables. Of all 18-yr-old subjects examined, 38% had at least one tooth with erosive lesions. Multivariate analyses showed significant associations between the presence of erosive wear and being male, brushing teeth once per day or less, episodes of vomiting, daily/weekly episodes of gastro-oesophageal reflux, consumption of fruit juice and sugary soft drinks several times per day, as well as consumption of sugary soft drinks daily to once per week. In conclusion, in addition to gender, dietary habits such as frequent consumption of fruit juice and sugary soft drinks, and the occurrence of reflux and vomiting, appear to be risk indicators for erosive wear. When counselling adolescents at risk, the gender-specific risk indicators should be taken into account.
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- Aida Mulic
- Department of Cariology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
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Asmyhr Ø, Grytten J, Holst D. Occurrence of risk factors for dental erosion in the population of young adults in Norway. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol 2012; 40:425-31. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0528.2012.00695.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2011] [Accepted: 03/11/2012] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Department of Community Dentistry; University of Oslo; Norway
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- Department of Community Dentistry; University of Oslo; Norway
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Mantonanaki M, Koletsi-Kounari H, Mamai-Homata E, Papaioannou W. Dental erosion prevalence and associated risk indicators among preschool children in Athens, Greece. Clin Oral Investig 2012; 17:585-93. [PMID: 22526894 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-012-0730-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2011] [Accepted: 04/09/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aims of the study were to investigate dental erosion prevalence, distribution and severity in Greek preschool children attending public kindergartens in the prefecture of Attica, Greece and to determine the effect of dental caries, oral hygiene level, socio-economic factors, dental behavior, erosion related medication and chronic illness. MATERIAL AND METHODS A random and stratified sample of 605 Greek preschool children was clinically examined for dental erosion using the Basic Erosive Wear Examination Index (ΒΕWE). Dental caries (dmfs) and Simplified Debris Index were also recorded. The data concerning possible risk indicators were derived by a questionnaire. Zero-inflated Poisson regression was generated to test the predictive effects of the independent variables on dental erosion. RESULTS The prevalence of dental erosion was 78.8 %, and the mean and SE of BEWE index was 3.64 ± 0.15. High monthly family income was positively related to ΒΕWE cumulative scores [RR = 1.204 (1.016-1.427)], while high maternal education level [RR = 0.872 (0.771-0.986)] and poor oral hygiene level [DI-s, RR = 0.584 (0.450-0.756)] showed a negative association. CONCLUSIONS Dental erosion is a common oral disease in Greek preschool children in Attica, related to oral hygiene and socio-economic factors. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Programs aimed at erosion prevention should begin at an early age for all children.
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- Magdalini Mantonanaki
- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, Dental School, University of Athens, 2 Thivon St., 115 27 Athens, Greece
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Dental erosion and its growing importance in clinical practice: from past to present. Int J Dent 2012; 2012:632907. [PMID: 22505907 PMCID: PMC3312266 DOI: 10.1155/2012/632907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2011] [Accepted: 12/18/2011] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Since the mid-1990s, the focus of studies on tooth wear has steadily shifted from the general condition towards the more specific area of dental erosion; equally, a shift has occurred from studies in adults to those in children and adolescents. During this time, understanding of the condition has increased greatly. This paper attempts to provide a critical overview of the development of this body of knowledge, from earlier perceptions to the present. It is accepted that dental erosion has a multifactorial background, in which individual and lifestyle factors have great significance. Notwithstanding methodological differences across studies, data from many countries confirm that dental erosion is common in children and young people, and that, when present, it progresses rapidly. That the condition, and its ramifications, warrants serious consideration in clinical dentistry, is clear. It is important for the oral healthcare team to be able to recognize its early signs and symptoms and to understand its pathogenesis. Preventive strategies are essential ingredients in the management of patients with dental erosion. When necessary, treatment aimed at correcting or improving its effects might best be of a minimally invasive nature. Still, there remains a need for further research to forge better understanding of the subject.
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Rodriguez J, Austin R, Bartlett D. In vivo Measurements of Tooth Wear over 12 Months. Caries Res 2012; 46:9-15. [DOI: 10.1159/000334786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2010] [Accepted: 11/01/2011] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Scaramucci T, Hara AT, Zero DT, Ferreira SS, Aoki IV, Sobral MAP. In vitro evaluation of the erosive potential of orange juice modified by food additives in enamel and dentine. J Dent 2011; 39:841-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2011.09.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2011] [Revised: 09/08/2011] [Accepted: 09/09/2011] [Indexed: 10/17/2022] Open
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Aidi HE, Bronkhorst EM, Huysmans MCDNJM, Truin GJ. Factors associated with the incidence of erosive wear in upper incisors and lower first molars: a multifactorial approach. J Dent 2011; 39:558-63. [PMID: 21704669 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2011.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2010] [Revised: 05/28/2011] [Accepted: 06/01/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aim was to investigate associations between factors and the incidence of erosive wear in lower first molars and upper incisors, and to investigate whether these associations differ between these locations. METHODS The study sample of this 3-year longitudinal study consisted of 572 children (mean age 11.9 years, SD=0.9). The permanent dentition was examined for erosive wear according to a modified Lussi-index (1996). Information on biological and behavioural factors was gathered by clinical examinations (at baseline, after 1.5 and 3 years) and by questionnaires (every six months). RESULTS The incidence of erosive wear in upper incisors over 3 years was 22.2%, for lower first molars the incidence was 14.8%. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that carbonated soft drink (OR=1.04) and tooth grinding (OR=2.93) were positively associated with the incidence of erosive wear in upper incisors and milk (OR=0.95) and yoghurt products (OR=0.88) were negatively associated. The incidence of erosive tooth wear in lower first molars was positively associated with alcoholic mixed drink (OR=1.45) and tooth grinding (OR=4.00) and was negatively associated with milk (OR=0.96) and yoghurt products (OR=0.84). The incidence of erosive wear in lower first molar was lower in girls than in boys (OR=0.51). t-Tests on the odds ratios of the factors showed that between the two incidence models only the odds ratios of anterior contact significantly differed. CONCLUSIONS In the present study, except for anterior contact, no substantial differences in risk factors between the incidence of erosive wear in lower first molars and upper incisors were found. This indicates that the aetiology of erosive wear for the two locations is similar.
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- Halima El Aidi
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, P.O. Box 9101, NL-6500 HB Nijmegen, Netherlands.
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Huysmans MCDNJM, Chew HP, Ellwood RP. Clinical studies of dental erosion and erosive wear. Caries Res 2011; 45 Suppl 1:60-8. [PMID: 21625134 DOI: 10.1159/000325947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 113] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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We define erosion as a partial demineralisation of enamel or dentine by intrinsic or extrinsic acids and erosive tooth wear as the accelerated loss of dental hard tissue through the combined effect of erosion and mechanical wear (abrasion and attrition) on the tooth surface. Most experts believe that during the last decade there has been a significant increase in the prevalence and severity of erosive tooth wear, particularly in adolescents. Even when erosive wear occurs in its milder forms, this is a matter of concern, as it may compromise the integrity of an otherwise healthy dentition in later life. The erosive wear process is complicated and modified by many chemical, behavioural and associated processes in the mouth. If interventions are to be developed it is therefore important that in vivo methods are developed to assess the outcomes of the erosion and erosive wear processes and the effects of interventions upon them. This paper discusses potential methods of investigating erosion and erosive wear in vivo and the difficulties associated with clinical studies.
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- M C D N J M Huysmans
- College of Dental Science, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
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Gracia LH, Brown A, Rees GD, Fowler CE. Studies on a novel combination polymer system: in vitro erosion prevention and promotion of fluoride uptake in human enamel. J Dent 2011; 38 Suppl 3:S4-11. [PMID: 21256404 DOI: 10.1016/s0300-5712(11)70003-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Firstly, determine the effect of pre-treating sound human enamel with a hydrosoluble combination polymer system (TriHydra™) comprising 0.20% carboxymethylcellulose, 0.010% xanthan gum and 0.75% copovidone, alone or in combination with fluoride, on in vitro erosion by citric acid. Secondly, investigate the effect of the polymers on fluoride uptake by incipient erosive lesions. METHODS Study 1: Sound enamel specimens were treated (60s, 20°C, 150 rpm) with either (i) deionised water, (ii) polymers in deionised water, (iii) 300 mg/L fluoride or (iv) polymers in 300 mg/L fluoride. Specimen groups (n=5) were then immersed in 1.0% citric acid (pH 3.8, 300 s, 20°C, 50 rpm) and non-contact profilometry was used to determine surface roughness (Sa) and bulk tissue loss. Study 2: Incipient erosive lesions were similarly treated with (i)-(iv). Dynamic Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (DSIMS) was then used to determine the fluoride depth-distribution. RESULTS Study 1: Mean±SD Sa and erosion depths for treatment groups (i)-(iv) were (a)657±243, (b)358±50, (c)206±72, (d)79±16 nm and (a)19.73±8.70, (b)2.52±1.34, (b)0.49±0.34 and (b)0.31±0.21 mm respectively (matching superscripts denote statistically equivalent groups). Study 2: Lesions treated with (iii) and (iv) exhibited similar fluoride penetration depths (∼ 60 μm). Mean fluoride intensity ratios based on F/(F+P) at 1 μm for treatment groups (i)-(iv) were (a)0.010±0.004, (a)0.011±0.004, (b)0.803±0.148 and (c)0.994±0.004 respectively. CONCLUSIONS The combination polymer system exhibited anti-erosion efficacy in its own right. The polymer/fluoride admixture statistically significantly reduced Sa, however suppression of bulk tissue loss was not statistically significantly different versus either treatment alone. The presence of polymer appears to promote fluoride uptake by erosive lesions most noticeably in the first 6 μm.
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Margaritis V, Mamai-Homata E, Koletsi-Kounari H. Novel methods of balancing covariates for the assessment of dental erosion: A contribution to validation of a synthetic scoring system for erosive wear. J Dent 2011; 39:361-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2011.02.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2010] [Revised: 02/20/2011] [Accepted: 02/21/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Margaritis V, Mamai-Homata E, Koletsi-Kounari H, Polychronopoulou A. Evaluation of three different scoring systems for dental erosion: a comparative study in adolescents. J Dent 2010; 39:88-93. [PMID: 21035516 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2010.10.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2010] [Revised: 08/09/2010] [Accepted: 10/21/2010] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The purpose of the study was to evaluate and compare three scoring systems for dental erosion representing different approaches: the recently proposed Basic Erosive Wear Examination (B.E.W.E.), the Simplified Tooth Wear Index (S-T.W.I.), and the Evaluating Index of Dental Erosion (EV.I.D.E.), which are introduced and calibrated in the present study, in order to contribute to the development of a standardised and validated erosion index. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted, in which a random and stratified sample of 502 adolescents aged 14-16 years was examined using the aforementioned scoring systems. RESULTS A significant number of Greek adolescents had experienced dental erosion: 58%, 51.6% and 45.2%, according to the B.E.W.E., S-T.W.I. and EV.I.D.E. scores, respectively. Additionally, 22.7-24.3% of the subjects had lesions into dentine (according to the EV.I.D.E. and S-T.W.I. scores respectively), whereas the B.E.W.E. classified all subjects with erosion in the "none" and "low" risk level categories. However, the use of the B.E.W.E. cumulative scores was important for avoiding the overestimation of the prevalence of erosion. The aetiological criteria of the EV.I.D.E. seemed to reduce the false positive cases. CONCLUSIONS The S-T.W.I. appeared to have the lowest content validity, while the B.E.W.E. was a convenient to use index, with sufficient sensitivity and specificity. Nevertheless, the B.E.W.E. cut-off values have to be reconsidered in order to reflect the severity of the erosive lesions. The B.E.W.E. could also be supplemented with a group of sufficient validated aetiological criteria, which are necessary to establish a more accurate differential diagnosis of dental erosion.
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- Vasileios Margaritis
- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, Dental School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2, Thivon Street, 11527 Goudi, Athens, Greece.
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