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Contemporary issues in risk management: "risk management for dentists"

Lewis K

Med J Malaysia, 2003 Mar;58 Suppl A:134-40.

The management of the clinician who generates complaints and claims on a regular basis, raises issues of professional responsibility and presents ethical challenges for the defence team, in addition to the immediate practical need for advice and representation. This short session examines some of these issues and suggests some ways that are already being used to address them.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists*

Good News: Dentists are Competent in Diagnosing Undiagnosed Sleep Apnea

Chidambaram R

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak, 2017 May;27(5):321.

PMID: 28599700 DOI: 2624

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists*; Practice Patterns, Dentists'

Co-operation between doctors and dentists

Johnson HA

Malayan Medical Journal, 1935;10:148-50.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Teledentistry may help in detecting oral cancers in current GP and dentist shortages

Bradley P, Deane J, O'Hara J, Kennedy M, Carrard VC, Cheong SC, et al.

BMJ, 2024 Mar 01;384:q512.

PMID: 38428988 DOI: 10.1136/bmj.q512

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Fulltext OSNC3: Malaysian's General Dental Practitioner (GDP) Opinion on Mandatory Requirement of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Abdul Hamid NF, Affendy NHK

J Indian Prosthodont Soc, 2018 Oct;18(Suppl 1):S30.

PMID: 30532444 DOI: 10.4103/0972-4052.244643

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists*

Rubber dam application in endodontic practice: an update on critical educational and ethical dilemmas

Ahmed HM, Cohen S, Lévy G, Steier L, Bukiet F

Aust Dent J, 2014 Dec;59(4):457-63.

PMID: 25091028 DOI: 10.1111/adj.12210

Proper isolation is an essential prerequisite for successful endodontic treatment. This article aims to provide an update on the prevalence of rubber dam (RD) use, and the role of education along with attitudes of general dental practitioners (GDPs) and patients towards the application of RD in endodontics. Critical ethical issues are also highlighted. Using certain keywords, an electronic search was conducted spanning the period from January 1983 to April 2013 to identify the available related investigations, and the pooled data were then analysed. The results show that although RD is the Standard of Care in endodontic practice, there is a clear discrepancy in what GDPs are taught in dental school and what they practice after graduation. There is little scientific evidence to support the application of RD; however, patient safety and clinical practice guidelines indicate that it is unnecessary and unethical to consider a cohort study to prove what is already universally agreed upon. A few clinical situations may require special management which should be highlighted in the current guidelines. This would pave the way for clear and straightforward universal guidelines.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists*; Practice Patterns, Dentists'

Fulltext Erosive tooth wear: knowledge of diagnosis and treatment strategies among private dental practitioners in Kuantan, Pahang

Noorhazayti Ab. Halim, Nur Atiyah Fakhri, Nur Izzati Aisyah Azhar

International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2017;16(21):43-43.

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Awareness of erosive tooth wear (ETW) by the public is still low and most dental
practitioners overlooked the very early stages dismissing minor tooth surface loss of erosive tooth
wear. Therefore, this study aimed to assess knowledge of diagnosis and treatment strategies of
ETW among private dental practitioners (PDP) in Kuantan. (Copied from article).

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Fulltext Bilateral accessory central cusp of 2nd deciduous molar: an unusual occurrence

Sockalingam, S. Nagarajan M.P., Alida Mahyuddin

Archives of Orofacial Sciences, 2009;4(1):22-24.

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Presence of accessory cusp on the occlusal surface of a tooth may occasionally pose problems to dentists'. Although its presents may not be a cause for alarm in most instances, nevertheless it can lead to serious consequences if it is damaged. This report describes a rare finding of bilateral central accessory cusp seen on the occlusal surface of both the 2nd maxillary deciduous molars and the need for continuous dental surveillance and preventive measures have been highlighted.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Knowledge and awareness regarding occupational needle stick and sharp injuries among dental personnel in Malaysia

Xin KY, Eusufzai SZ, Jamayet NB, Alam MK

Work, 2020;67(1):165-171.

PMID: 32955481 DOI: 10.3233/WOR-203262

BACKGROUND: Accidental occupational injuries increase the risk of communicable diseases like hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) among dental personnel. Such occupational injuries affect healthcare quality by enhancing dissatisfaction and lack of motivation to work among dental personnel.

OBJECTIVE: The present study aims to assess knowledge and awareness regarding needle stick and sharp injury among dental personnel and compared the knowledge and awareness level about needle stick injuries between dental professionals and dental supporting staff working at the School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted from March 2016 to March 2017. The total sample included 112 registered dental personnel including dental professionals (lecturers, dental officers, and postgraduate students) and dental supportive staff (including staff nurses and dental surgery assistant) who were selected from the School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia at Kelantan District of Malaysia. Data were collected by a structured questionnaire.

RESULTS: In our study 60.7% respondents answered correctly for all the statements regarding knowledge and 51.8% of the respondents answered correctly for the statements regarding awareness on needle stick and sharp injury. No significant difference of knowledge level has been observed between the dental professionals and dental supportive staff (p

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists*

Attitude and practice of regenerative endodontic procedures among endodontists and paediatric dentists: A multinational survey from 13 countries

Hatipoğlu FP, Hatipoğlu Ö, Taha N, Lehmann AP, Aldhelai TA, Madfa AA, et al.

Int J Paediatr Dent, 2023 Sep;33(5):521-534.

PMID: 37350350 DOI: 10.1111/ipd.13101

BACKGROUND: Regenerative endodontics (RET) refers to biologically based procedures that aim to restore damaged tooth structures and reinstate the pulp-dentine complex to its normal physiological state.

AIM: The purpose of this study was to examine the attitudes and practices of endodontists and paediatric dentists regarding RET.

DESIGN: A survey was conducted among endodontists and paediatric dentists from 13 countries. A number of factors were evaluated, including frequency of RET application, followed guidelines, disinfection techniques, intracanal medication type, scaffold type, preferred coronal seal material, and follow-up period.

RESULTS: Among the 1394 respondents, 853 (61.2%) and 541 (38.8%) were endodontists and paediatric dentists, respectively. Almost half (43%) of participants have not performed RET yet. The American Association of Endodontics guideline (47.3%) was selected as the primary source for the clinical protocol. The most frequently selected irrigant solution was 1.5%-3% NaOCl at the first (26.1%) and second (13.6%) sessions. A blood clot (68.7%) and MTA (61.9%) were the most frequently selected scaffold type and coronal barrier. Most participants preferred a 6-month follow-up period.

CONCLUSION: According to this survey, deviations exist from current RET guidelines regarding all aspects evaluated. Standardizing clinical protocols and adhering to available guidelines would help to ensure more predictable outcomes.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists; Practice Patterns, Dentists'

The role of the dental surgeon in the overall medical situation arising during times of war or civil disaster in the light of military dentistry

Lin VY

Dent J Malaysia Singapore, 1970 Oct;10(2):16-9.

PMID: 5278504

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists/utilization

The role of the dental surgeon in the overall medical situation arising during times of war or civil disasters in the light of military dentistry

Holland HG

Dent J Malaysia Singapore, 1970 Oct;10(2):11-5.

PMID: 5278503

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists/utilization

Cardiologist-Dentist Interaction in the Dental Management of Immunocompromised Cardiac Patient

Chidambaram R

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak, 2017 Apr;27(4):261.

PMID: 28492161 DOI: 2604

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists*

Financial planning

Ngeow WC, Choong KF, Ong TK, Shim CN, Wee JM, Lee MY, et al.

Br Dent J, 2008 Dec 13;205(11):583.

PMID: 19079084 DOI: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2008.1034

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists/economics*

Dental education in Malaysia

Komabayashi T, Razak AA, Bird WF

Int Dent J, 2007 Dec;57(6):429-32.

PMID: 18265775

There was only one dental school in Malaysia until 1997 but five new schools have been established since 1998. This review provides information about dental education in Malaysia including; the history of dental education, the current dental school system and curriculum, and dental licensure. There are four public and two private dental schools in Malaysia. High school graduates are required to take the nationwide matriculation entrance examination or the Higher School Certificate (HSC) to apply for a dental degree programme. A five-year dental programme leads to the BDS or the DDS degree. National or state examinations are not required to practise dentistry. Currently, there are approximately 2,500 dentists, with a ratio of 1 dentist for every 10,000 people.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists/supply & distribution

Fulltext Denture box, a new invention in copy denture technique: user overview

Norlela Yacob, Faizah Abdul Fatah

International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2017;16(21):41-41.

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Copy denture procedure was introduced in 1962 for the construction of spare
denture. However, throughout the years, the procedure has undergone developments in terms of
the techniques and materials used for the construction of the replica denture. One of the most
popular methods to construct the replica is by using soap box. A group of researchers from USIM
have invented Denture Box and the product has been registered with Malaysian Industrial design
(MY-16-00546-0101). Therefore, a study was conducted to assess the satisfaction of the Denture Box
among dentists and dental technologists. (Copied from article).

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Fulltext The knowledge and practice of copy denture technique among dentist and dental technologist

Norlela Yacob, Faizah Abdul Fatah, Wan Nor Syariza Wan Ali, Nusima Mohamed, Winarti, Tine Martina, Aida Ali

International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2017;16(21):44-44.

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Copy denture technique is a classic technique for construction of a new denture
based on the favourable aspects of the original denture using a replica. This technique helps in
adaptation of new denture in elderly population. The aim of this paper was to assess the knowledge
and practice of copy denture technique among dentists and dental technologists. (Copied from article).

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Fulltext Influence of dentist gender and clinical experience on the selection of posterior restorative dental material: a preliminary study

Norazlina Mohammad, Abdul Azim Asy Abdul Aziz, Aimi Amalina Ahmad, Azlan Jaafar, Aws H Ali Al-Kadhim

International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2017;16(21):51-51.

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Dentist-related factors are one of the major influences on the material selection for
restoration of carious and non-carious tooth surface loss. There were conflicting results regarding
the impact of dentists' gender and age or length of clinical experience on restorative material
selection for posterior dentition. The aims of this study were to determine the influence of gender
and clinical experience on posterior restorative material selection among private dental
practitioner in Malaysia. (Copied from article).

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Fulltext Attributes of a competent forensic odontologist

Rahmat, R.A., James, H., Nambiar, P.

Malaysian Dental Journal, 2015;37(1):9-16.

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Forensic odontology has been an interdisciplinary part of forensic science for many years. In Malaysia, this forensic discipline has been practiced for more than two decades however it is still considered a new discipline as there are a limited number of specialists. To date, there are less than ten practicing forensic odontologists in Malaysia. Many dentists do not have a clear perception of this field, thus forensic odontology rarely becomes a career of choice. The purpose of this article is to highlight the attributes of a competent forensic odontologist and encourage dentists towards this challenging career path.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

Oral health problems among foreign workers

Ishak AR

JUMMEC, 2002;7:46-51.

About 27% of the eligible respondents reported having experienced some form of dental problems in the preceding one year prior to the interview. Female respondents (57.1%) were more likely to have encountered a dental problem as compared to male respondents (22.6%). Of the various nationalities, the Thais (60.7%) and the Pakistanis were the most and least likely respectively to have encountered a dental problem in the preceding one year. This pattern among the Thais was consistent for both the male (48.4%) and female (70.6%) population. Toothache (85.0%) was reportedly the most prevalent dental problems encountered regardless of gender and nationality, followed by sensitivity to hot and cold drinks (34.4%). About 1 in 4 subjects who had dental problem reported having bleeding gums. About 1 in 4 subjects who had dental problems had consulted the doctor or dentists regarding their problem and one more than one-half had self-medicated. Overall the majority (84.4%) of the respondents have never visited the dentists in Malaysia. Lack of perceived need was cited as the main reason for this.

Matched MeSH terms: Dentists

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