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Spencer M, Idzik SK. Dental Screening and Referral during Prenatal Care. MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs 2023; 48:320-325. [PMID: 37840202 DOI: 10.1097/nmc.0000000000000957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Oral health is an important aspect of overall health and should be maintained during pregnancy. Due to complex physiological changes during pregnancy, the pregnant woman is at risk for developing periodontal disease and dental caries which are associated with poor birth outcomes including preterm births and low birthweight infants. Evidence-based guidelines developed by several professional organizations recommend oral screening be included in the first prenatal visit. The purpose of this quality improvement project was to implement a dental screening tool during prenatal care to identify pregnant patients with oral health needs and provide subsequent referrals to a dentist. METHODS The project was implemented over a 14-week period and included an oral health screening using a valid and reliable tool to identify oral health needs. Patients were screened and received a referral for dental care. RESULTS N = 826 pregnant women were screened. Of those screened 36.3% (n = 300) had not had their teeth cleaned in the past 12 months. More than 30% of pregnant patients (n = 316) reported some type of dental problem, 29.5% (n = 244) were screened during the first prenatal visit, and 36.7% (n = 303) were enrolled in Medicaid. At project completion, 74.6% (n = 616) of patients received dental referrals. CONCLUSION Conducting oral health screenings during the first prenatal visit is important for identifying pregnant women at risk for oral health problems and improving birth outcomes and allows the patient time to visit the dentist prior to birth. Integration of an oral health screening and referral process can be successfully implemented during prenatal care to meet the needs of childbearing women.
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George A, Poudel P, Kong A, Villarosa A, Calache H, Arora A, Griffiths R, Wong VW, Gussy M, Martin RE, Lau P. Developing and pilot testing an oral health screening tool for diabetes care providers. BMC PRIMARY CARE 2022; 23:202. [PMID: 35948883 PMCID: PMC9367124 DOI: 10.1186/s12875-022-01798-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Background People with poorly managed diabetes are at greater risk of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease that is not effectively managed can affect glycaemic levels. Diabetes care providers, including general practitioners and diabetes educators, are encouraged to promote oral health of their clients. However, valid and reliable oral health screening tools that assess the risk of poor oral health, that are easy to administer among non-dental professionals, currently do not exist. Existing screening tools are difficult to incorporate into routine diabetes consultations due to their length. Thus, this study aimed to develop and pilot a short oral health screening tool that would identify risk of existing oral diseases and encourage appropriate referrals to the dental service. Methods A three-item screening tool was developed after a comprehensive review of the literature and consensus from an expert panel. The tool was then piloted as part of a larger cross-sectional survey of 260 adults with diabetes who were accessing public diabetes clinics at two locations in Sydney, Australia. As part of the survey, participants completed the three-item screening tool and a 14-item validated tool, the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14), which has been used previously in the preliminary validation of screening tools. Sensitivity and specificity analyses were then undertaken comparing the results of the two tools. Results A statistically significant correlation was found between the shorter screening tool and the OHIP-14 (rho = 0.453, p < 0.001), indicating adequate validity. The three-item tool had high sensitivity (90.5%, 95% CI 84.9%, 94.7%), with a specificity of 46.3% (95% CI 37.7%, 55.2%). The negative predictive value was 81.4% (95% CI 71.3, 89.3). No single item performed as well regarding sensitivity and negative predictive value when compared to the three items collectively. Conclusions The three-item screening tool developed was found to be valid and sensitive in identifying risk of poor oral health, requiring oral health referrals, among people with diabetes in this pilot. This is a simple, accessible tool that diabetes care providers could incorporate into their routine consultations. Further validation against comprehensive dental assessments is needed to reassess the tool’s specificity and sensitivity in diverse settings.
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Traisuwan W. Oral health status and behaviors of pregnant migrant workers in Bangkok, Thailand: a cross-sectional study. BMC Oral Health 2021; 21:379. [PMID: 34315466 PMCID: PMC8314491 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-021-01732-8] [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: 03/14/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background There is evidence to show that immigrants have poorer oral health status than their local counterparts, and low-skilled migrant workers may also be more prone to poor oral health. This study aims to evaluate the oral health status and oral health behaviors of pregnant migrant workers compared to those of local pregnant women. Methods A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted in a public general hospital in Bangkok. Pregnant migrant workers who attended the antenatal clinic were randomly enrolled at their first antenatal booking; local pregnant women were also randomly included to form a comparison group. Oral health status of all eligible pregnant women was evaluated according to the World Health Organization (WHO) protocol, and their oral health behaviors were assessed using a structured questionnaire. Oral health status and behaviors of the two pregnant groups were compared using Chi-Square test, Student’s t test, Mann–Whitney U test, Fisher’s exact test and multiple logistic regression analysis. Results A total of 208 pregnant migrant workers and 210 local pregnant women were included. Pregnant migrant workers had significantly more dental disease than local pregnant women (DMFT mean (SD) = 5.8 (4.4) vs 4.8 (4.0), p = 0.014) with significant more dental decay (D mean (SD) = 5.5 (3.6) vs 3.8 (2.9), p < 0.001; adjusted OR 3.56 (95%CI 1.74–7.27)). Pregnant migrant workers suffered greater periodontal disease with mean (SD) CPI of 2.9 (0.6) vs 2.2 (0.5), p < 0.001. CPI = 3 or 4 occurred in 74.5% of migrants compared to only 22.4% of local pregnant women (adjusted OR 6.39: 95%CI 3.53–11.58). A significant greater percentage of pregnant migrants had a CPI of 4 (11.1% vs 0.5%). Pregnant migrant workers tended not to use fluoride toothpaste or dental floss and despite having 76.0% healthcare coverage, they made significantly fewer dental visits compared to local women; furthermore, the majority of them (74.5%) were under the misconception that dental treatment was prohibited during pregnancy. Conclusion Pregnant migrant workers experienced more dental caries and periodontal disease, had less access to oral health facilities, had less knowledge of healthy oral hygiene, and had poorer oral health practices than local pregnant women. Comprehensive oral health screening and treatment during antenatal visits, together with appropriate systematic antenatal health education, could play a crucial role in improving their oral health.
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- Wirongrong Traisuwan
- Department of Dentistry, Rajavithi Hospital, 2, Phyathai Road, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand.
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Gil-Montoya JA, Leon-Rios X, Rivero T, Expósito-Ruiz M, Perez-Castillo I, Aguilar-Cordero MJ. Factors associated with oral health-related quality of life during pregnancy: a prospective observational study. Qual Life Res 2021; 30:3475-3484. [PMID: 33978891 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-021-02869-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the evolution of perceived quality of life in relation to oral health during pregnancy and to determine the risk factors involved in this process. METHODS A follow-up study was carried out with pregnant Spanish women. Two oral examinations and an oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) assessment, using the OHIP-14 questionnaire, were performed in the first and third trimester of pregnancy. Data on sociodemographic characteristics, medical history, O'Sullivan Test measures, oral hygiene habits, history of caries, and periodontal status of participants were collected through structured medical-dental questionnaires. RESULTS A complete dataset comprising 246 pregnant women was available for analysis. Overall scores for negative impacts on the OHIP questionnaire were significantly higher during late pregnancy (74%). This indicated a deterioration in oral health-related quality of life amongst participants. Items describing "painful aching", "self-consciousness", "unsatisfactory diet", and "interrupted meals" showed the greatest increase between the first and third trimester of gestation. Multivariate analysis showed that pre-gestational/gestational diabetes mellitus and poor oral hygiene habits during the first trimester of gestation were directly associated with worse oral health-related quality of life during the third trimester of gestation (hyperglycemia: OR 2.86; 95% CI 1.019-8.050: p = 0.043 / oral hygiene: OR 1.33; 95% CI 0.970-1.836; p = 0.076). CONCLUSIONS In the present research, hyperglycemia during pregnancy and poor oral hygiene habits during the first trimester of gestation led to a higher risk of poor oral quality of life during late pregnancy.
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- J A Gil-Montoya
- School of Dentistry, University of Granada, c/Paseo de Cartuja S/N, 18071, Granada, Spain. .,Institute of Biomedical Research of Granada, Granada, Spain.
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- School of Dentistry, University of Granada, c/Paseo de Cartuja S/N, 18071, Granada, Spain.,School of Odontology, Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, Lima, Peru
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- School of Dentistry, University of Granada, c/Paseo de Cartuja S/N, 18071, Granada, Spain
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.,Andalusian Plan for Research Development and Innovation, CTS 367, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.,Andalusian Plan for Research Development and Innovation, CTS 367, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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PurposeIntegrating preventive oral care into prenatal care is suggested as a strategy for reducing the burden of oral diseases among pregnant women and their offspring. This scoping review sought to synthesize available information and identify knowledge gaps on integrating oral health into prenatal care.Design/methodology/approachThe scoping review was conducted based on the Joanna Briggs Institute scoping review framework using the following databases: CINAHL, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Medline, ProQuest Dissertation and theses Global, Psychinfo and Web of Science®. No search limits were used. Content analysis of the included articles was performed to identify conceptual frameworks, types of integration used, study designs, study objectives and outcomes.FindingsOverall, 2,861 references were obtained from the databases search; and based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria 35 references were included in the final analysis. Of these 35 references, one document presented a conceptual model, six documents reviewed guidelines for integrating oral health in prenatal care, two were policy documents aimed at interprofessional collaboration for oral health during pregnancy, eight documents described programs focused on providing oral care during pregnancy, five of the references were literature reviews and the remaining 13 evaluated the impact of integration. Linkages between healthcare professionals were the most common type of integration used.Research limitations/implicationsDespite advances in understanding integrated care concepts for healthcare delivery, there is little evidence available on the impact of the various types of, and strategies for, integrating oral health into prenatal care. Future research to bridge the identified gaps is recommended.Originality/valueThe originality of this study is to provide evidence on integrated oral healthcare during pregnancy.
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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice Behaviour of Midwives Concerning Periodontal Health of Pregnant Patients. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17072246. [PMID: 32230709 PMCID: PMC7177424 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17072246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2020] [Revised: 03/23/2020] [Accepted: 03/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Maternal gum disease is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preterm birth and low birthweight. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes and practice behaviour of Australian midwives regarding the periodontal health of pregnant women to inform interprofessional antenatal care. This was an observational, cross-sectional study. We circulated an online questionnaire to Australian midwives from August 2018 to February 2019. Key outcome variables were knowledge, attitudes, and practice behaviours related to oral health. Key predictor variables were years of practice, practice location, and dental history. We summarized responses with frequency tables and assigned tallied scores for analysis using non-parametric statistical tests. 100 responses were analysed, including from rural (n = 23) and urban (n = 77) midwives. Eighty percent of midwives agreed that maternal dental care can positively affect pregnancy outcomes. Fluoridated toothpaste use (19.1%) was incorrectly answered to prevent gum disease more often than psychological stress control (7.9%), a correct answer. Rural midwives demonstrated a significantly higher knowledge score (p = 0.001) and significantly more positive practice behaviours towards oral health (p = 0.014) than urban midwives. Australian midwives have positive attitudes towards antenatal oral health but misunderstand gum disease aetiology and prevention. This study highlights areas to improve interprofessional education for optimal oral health and pregnancy outcomes.
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Oral Health Status and Treatment Needs of Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinics in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Int J Dent 2019; 2019:5475973. [PMID: 30956659 PMCID: PMC6425350 DOI: 10.1155/2019/5475973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2018] [Revised: 02/04/2019] [Accepted: 02/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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During pregnancy, the oral cavity is characterised by an acidic environment and an inflammatory response brought about by vomiting and changes in hormonal levels, respectively, thereby increasing the mother's risk of developing caries. Although evidence exists to support an association between pregnancy-associated periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes, there is a paucity of studies which focus on the caries prevalence and other oral manifestations of pregnant women. The aim of this study was to assess the oral health status and treatment needs of pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Randomly selected mothers (n=443) attending a maternal obstetrics unit participated in the study. A questionnaire elicited demographic information about the participants, while the measurement of decayed, missing, and filled indices (DMFT) determined their caries status. Oral lesions were noted if present. Descriptive statistics for independent variables described frequencies in the various categories of race, location, pregnancy stage, etc., with the association between 2 independent variables tested by chi-square. Dependent variables such as DMFT were expressed as means and standard deviations, and ANOVA was used to examine whether independent variables significantly influenced the DMFT. The mean DMFT was 7.18 (±4.22) with significant correlations observed between DMFT, D, M, and age. F scores differed significantly between races, location, and educational levels and showed a significant correlation with pregnancy stage. Pregnancy epulis was diagnosed in 38 (8.5%), oral lesions in 65 (14.7%), and tooth mobility in 26 (5.9%) mothers. Early oral health screening during pregnancy can ensure the overall well-being of both the mother and the foetus.
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Sanchez P, Everett B, Salamonson Y, Ajwani S, Bhole S, Bishop J, Lintern K, Nolan S, Rajaratnam R, Redfern J, Sheehan M, Skarligos F, Spencer L, Srinivas R, George A. Oral health and cardiovascular care: Perceptions of people with cardiovascular disease. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0181189. [PMID: 28727751 PMCID: PMC5519046 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0181189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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MAIN OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to explore the perception of patients with cardiovascular disease towards oral health and the potential for cardiac care clinicians to promote oral health. METHOD A needs assessment was undertaken with twelve patients with cardiovascular disease attending cardiac rehabilitation between 2015 and 2016, in three metropolitan hospitals in Sydney, Australia. These patients participated in face-to-face semi-structured interviews. Data was analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Results suggested that while oral health was considered relevant there was high prevalence of poor oral health among participants, especially those from socioeconomic disadvantaged background. Awareness regarding the importance of oral health care its impact on cardiovascular outcomes was poor among participants. Oral health issues were rarely discussed in the cardiac setting. Main barriers deterring participants from seeking oral health care included lack of awareness, high cost of dental care and difficulties in accessing the public dental service. Findings also revealed that participants were interested in receiving further information about oral health and suggested various mediums for information delivery. The concept of cardiac care clinicians, especially nurses providing education, assessment and referrals to ongoing dental care was well received by participants who felt the post-acute period was the most appropriate time to receive oral health care advice. The issues of oral health training for non-dental clinicians and how to address existing barriers were highlighted by participants. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE The lack of oral health education being provided to patients with cardiovascular disease offers an opportunity to improve care and potentially, outcomes. In view of the evidence linking poor oral health with cardiovascular disease, cardiac care clinicians, especially nurses, should be appropriately trained to promote oral health in their practice. Affordable and accessible dental care services for people with cardiovascular disease should be considered and offered by health services in Australia.
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- Paula Sanchez
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.,South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Collaboration for Oral Health Outcomes, Research Translation and Evaluation (COHORTE) Research Group, Liverpool, Australia.,Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.,South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, Australia.,Centre for Applied Nursing Research, Liverpool, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.,South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, Australia.,Centre for Applied Nursing Research, Liverpool, Australia
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- Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Oral Health Services, Sydney Dental Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Oral Health Services, Sydney Dental Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.,University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, Sydney, Australia.,Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.,South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Collaboration for Oral Health Outcomes, Research Translation and Evaluation (COHORTE) Research Group, Liverpool, Australia.,Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.,South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.,Collaboration for Oral Health Outcomes, Research Translation and Evaluation (COHORTE) Research Group, Liverpool, Australia.,Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, Australia.,Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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George A, Dahlen HG, Blinkhorn A, Ajwani S, Bhole S, Ellis S, Yeo A, Elcombe E, Sadozai A, Johnson M. Measuring oral health during pregnancy: sensitivity and specificity of a maternal oral screening (MOS) tool. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2016; 16:347. [PMID: 27829388 PMCID: PMC5103484 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-016-1140-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2016] [Accepted: 10/30/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Midwives can play a key role in promoting the oral health of pregnant women and assessing their oral health status. A maternal oral assessment tool (MOS) was developed and pilot tested by the study investigators to assist midwives in this role and the results were promising. The aim of this study was to undertake further sensitivity and specificity assessment of the MOS tool using two-comparison approaches- the longer oral health screening tool known as the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) and an oral assessment by trained study dentists. METHODS Pregnant women were recruited for this study as part of a larger randomised controlled trial of a Midwifery Initiated Oral Health (MIOH) program. Pregnant women completed the MOS and OHIP-14 as part of their initial assessment undertaken by 38 trained and accredited midwives. A dental assessment was conducted for all women in the intervention group using three trained study dentists with high inter rater reliability. RESULTS Two hundred and eleven pregnant women participated in the validation of the MOS tool. Results from both approaches found the MOS tool to have high sensitivity, correctly identifying 88-94 % of women at risk of poor dental health, and low specificity (14-21 %). CONCLUSIONS This study has shown that the MOS tool can be successfully implemented by midwives during a woman's first antenatal visit and can identify up to 94 % of women at risk of poor oral health and needing a dental referral. The tool has the potential to be transferable to other antenatal care providers and could be incorporated into hospital obstetric database systems. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ACTRN12612001271897 , 6th Dec 2012, retrospectively registered.
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- Ajesh George
- Collaboration for Oral Health Outcomes, Research Translation and Evaluation (COHORTE) Research Group, Western Sydney University, South Western Sydney Local Health District, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, University of Sydney, Liverpool BC, Locked Bag 7103, Liverpool, NSW 1871 Australia
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- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Parramatta, 2150 Australia
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- Sydney Local Health District Oral Health Services, Sydney Dental Hospital, University of Sydney, Sydney, 2010 Australia
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- Sydney Local Health District Oral Health Services, Sydney Dental Hospital, University of Sydney, Sydney, 2010 Australia
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- Antenatal Services, Camden and Campbelltown Hospitals, South Western Sydney Local Health District, Campbelltown, 2560 Australia
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- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Parramatta, 2150 Australia
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- Western Sydney University, University of New South Wales, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, 2170 Australia
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- Centre for Applied Nursing Research, Western Sydney University, South Western Sydney Local Health District, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Liverpool, 1871 Australia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Sydney, 2060 Australia
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Correa-de-Araujo R. Evidence-Based Practice in the United States: Challenges, Progress, and Future Directions. Health Care Women Int 2015; 37:2-22. [PMID: 26473771 PMCID: PMC4804828 DOI: 10.1080/07399332.2015.1102269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Scientific literature demonstrates that advances in evidence-based nursing have improved systems of care and women's health outcomes. Experts agree that nurses worldwide can play a key role in building such evidence and working with interdisciplinary health care teams and systems to accelerate its implementation.
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Johnson M, George A, Dahlen H, Ajwani S, Bhole S, Blinkhorn A, Ellis S, Yeo A. The midwifery initiated oral health-dental service protocol: an intervention to improve oral health outcomes for pregnant women. BMC Oral Health 2015; 15:2. [PMID: 25588410 PMCID: PMC4324677 DOI: 10.1186/1472-6831-15-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2014] [Accepted: 01/05/2015] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Evidence is emerging that women's poor oral health and health practices during pregnancy are associated with poor oral health in their children and potentially an increased risk of pre-term or low-birth weight infants. METHODS/DESIGN The Midwifery Initiated Oral Health-Dental Service (MIOH-DS) trial is a three arm multicentre randomised controlled trial which will recruit women from three metropolitan hospitals aimed at improving women's oral health and service access and indirectly reducing perinatal morbidity. All three arms of the trial will deliver oral health promotion material, although a midwife oral assessment and referral to private/public/health fund dental services pathway (Intervention Group 1) and the midwife oral assessment and referral to local free public dental services pathway (Intervention Group 2) will be compared to the control group of oral health promotional material only. Midwives will undergo specific oral health education and competency testing to undertake this novel intervention. DISCUSSION This efficacy trial will promote a new partnership between midwives and dentists focused on enhancing the oral health of women and their infants. Should the intervention be found effective, this intervention, with existing on-line educational program for midwives, can be easily transferred into practice for large metropolitan health services within and beyond Australia. Further cost-benefit analysis is proposed to inform national health policy. TRIAL REGISTRATION Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12612001271897.
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- Maree Johnson
- />Faculty of Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Sydney, Australia
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- />Centre for Applied Nursing Research, University of Western Sydney/ South Western Sydney Local Health District, University of Sydney, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Liverpool BC, Locked Bag 7103, Sydney, NSW 1871 Australia
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- />School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Western Sydney, Ingham Institute Applied Medical Research, Sydney, Australia
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- />Sydney Local Health District Oral Health Services and Sydney Dental Hospital, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- />Sydney Local Health District Oral Health Services and Sydney Dental Hospital, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- />Camden and Campbelltown Hospitals, South Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia
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- />Centre for Applied Nursing Research, University of Western Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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