Asthma and caries are two of the commonest health problems affecting children. This review and meta-analysis was conducted to synthesize the evidence on the relation between asthma and caries. The authors searched Medline, Government reports and conference proceedings for case-control, cohort, or cross sectional studies that provided relevant and applicable quantitative information on the relation [read the full story…]
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) use has been associated with a reduced risk of a number of cancers. The mechanism is thought to be via the inhibitory action on the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme, COX-2. The aim of this review was to investigate the association between NSAID/aspirin use and risk of head and neck cancer (HNC). The [read the full story…]
The aim of this review was to evaluate the causal association between smoking and tooth loss. The reviewers searched Medline, Embase, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) and hand searched a number of relevant journals. English language studies investigating associations between smoking and tooth loss and reporting the effect size were included. Quality [read the full story…]
The objective of this cost-utility analysis was to assess the cost-effectiveness of providing group cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), compared with routine primary care, for women with postnatal depression in the UK. Group CBT was compared with routine primary care for women with postnatal depression, defined by their Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) score, with scores ranging [read the full story…]
The aim of this review was to determine the extent to which educational attainment influences risk of periodontitis in adults aged 35+ years in the general population. The authors searched the Embase and Medline databases, reference lists of identified articles, personal databases and contacted experts in the field. general population-based studies conducted in adults aged [read the full story…]
The role of human papillomaviruses (HPV) in the development of premalignant and oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is a hotly debated topic despite recognition of its role in cervical squamous cell carcinoma of uteri. The main aim of this systematic review was to calculate the pooled estimates of the odds ratio (OR) for the association [read the full story…]
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) comprise a group of clinical problems that involve the masticatory muscles, the temporomandibular joint and associated structures, or both. They may also involve many organic, psychological and psychosocial factors. The aetiology of TMDs is still not clear. The aim of this Cochrane review was to assess the effectiveness of arthroscopy for the [read the full story…]
Permanent canine usually erupt around 10.5 years in girls and 11.5 in boys. Between 1-3% do not erupt normally the majority (85%) are displaced palatally. They can lead to unwanted movement of neighbouring teeth, dental crowding, root resorption of the ectopic tooth, as well as the neighbouring teeth, cyst formation, infection, referred pain and combinations [read the full story…]
Pulp necrosis in immature teeth arrests root development so apical closure cannot be achieved. Root canal treatment of these teeth is a challenge. Procedures to encourage apexification have long been the treatment of choice success in preserving damaged immature teeth. A range of materials have been recommended to induce apexification in teeth with immature apices. [read the full story…]
This systematic literature review, conducted by the Swedish Council on Health Technology Assessment, scrutinises the scientific evidence for preventive medical and psychological interventions directed at sex offenders. The review found major weaknesses in the evidence base and concluded that: In the absence of findings from reliable research, a reasonable treatment and follow-up strategy might be [read the full story…]
