Impact of Glycine Powder Air-Abrasive Debridement on Peri-Implant Mucositis: A Randomized Control Trial of Clinical, Microbial, and Immunological Changes.

Aim: Peri-implant mucositis, a dysbiosis-driven inflammatory disease, is a precursor to peri-implantitis, underscoring the need for early disease management. Therefore, we investigated the efficacy of glycine powder in resolving clinical inflammation and restoring host-microbial homeostasis.

Methods: Thirty subjects were randomized to receive either glycine powder air-abrasive debridement or ultrasonic instrumentation.

Relationship Between Original Research Experiences and Evidence-Based Practice Among Undergraduate Dental Hygiene Students.

Objectives: For the dental hygiene profession, a need exists to engage students in research experiences as undergraduate students to foster interest in research and improve the implementation of evidence-based practice. The purpose was to explore the relationships between original research experiences and evidence-based practice among undergraduate dental hygiene students.

Methods: This quantitative survey research study of undergraduate dental hygiene students in the USA was conducted in 2021.

Social Media Use by Dental Hygiene Educators.

Social media can be an effective tool in health care education. The purpose of this study was to explore dental hygiene educators' familiarity and use of social media platforms and to examine how social media was implemented in dental hygiene education. A 25-item questionnaire was designed to investigate the use of social media by dental hygiene educators.

Emotional intelligence as a predictor of conflict management styles among dental hygiene students.

Introduction: In dental hygiene education, a combination of ethics and professionalism, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are utilized while managing conflict in academic settings, especially in academic clinical patient care settings. Limited evidence exists in determining whether emotional intelligence is related to conflict management styles (CMS).

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether relationships exist between emotional intelligence and CMS among undergraduate dental hygiene students.

Impact of a seated-standing protocol on postures and pain among undergraduate dental hygiene students: A pilot study.

Although repetitive movements may lead to musculoskeletal pain, static and sedentary postures may be primary contributors to musculoskeletal disorders. The purpose of this pilot study was to determine whether an alternating seated-standing protocol would improve postures, decrease ergonomic risks, and reduce perceived pain scores among dental hygiene students. Thirty undergraduate dental hygiene students enrolled during the summer term were recruited to participate in the randomized control design pilot study.

Reducing the Risks for Musculoskeletal Disorders Utilizing Self-Assessment and Photography among Dentists and Dental Hygienists.

Prolonged muscle strain and repetitive movements in the dental workforce may lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). The purpose of this study was to determine whether feedback involving photography and self-assessments would improve the postures and the accuracy of ergonomic self-assessment among practicing dentists and dental hygienists. convenience sample of dentists and dental hygienists was used for this randomized control design study (n=50).

Prevention and Reduction of Musculoskeletal Pain Through Chair-Side Stretching among Dental Hygiene Students.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are among the most commonly reported injuries in the workforce and there is a particularly high prevalence among dental hygienists. Research has shown that the incidence of MSD may begin during students' academic and clinical training. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of implementing chair-side stretching exercises on self-reported musculoskeletal (MSK) pain among currently enrolled dental hygiene students.

Association between emotional intelligence and professionalism among dental hygiene students.

Introduction: Emotional intelligence (EI) includes the ability to evaluate and govern the emotions of oneself and others. Limited evidence exists in determining whether EI is related to professionalism.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether relationships exist between EI and professionalism among undergraduate dental hygiene students.

Relationship between emotional intelligence and professionalism among second-year dental students.

Introduction: Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to a person's ability to evaluate and manage their personal emotions and the ability to respond appropriately to the emotions of others. Limited evidence exists regarding whether EI is related to professionalism.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate for relationships between EI and professionalism among second-year dental students.

Outcome evaluation of the Dental Health Outreach Mobile Experience (HOME) Coach Program.

Background: The Ohio Department of Health identified dental care as the number one unmet health need for Ohio's children. The Dental Health Outreach Mobile Experience (HOME) Coach is a pediatric mobile dental unit that seeks to meet the dental needs of underserved children in the Columbus City Schools.

Purpose: The purpose was to conduct an outcome evaluation of the Dental HOME Coach Program and to compare the outcomes before (2010-2014) and after (2015-2019) the incorporation of the new Dental HOME Coach.

Process, outcome, and impact evaluation of the ohio state university DentPath postbaccalaurate program.

Unlabelled: Despite the progress in increasing racial and ethnic diversity in dental school programs in the United States, minority dental students still remain underrepresented when compared with the total population. As a result, dental education programs have been attempting to increase the number of students from underrepresented and underserved communities in their programs.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to conduct process, outcome, and impact evaluations of the Ohio State University (OSU) College of Dentistry's (CoDs) DentPath Program.

Maxillary Lateral Incisor Injection Pain Using the Dentapen Electronic Syringe.

Introduction: When patients express fear and anxiety about dentistry, 1 main source involves the administration of local anesthetic. The Dentapen (Septodont, Lancaster, PA) is a computer-controlled local anesthetic device that regulates the rate of anesthetic deposition to reduce pain associated with dental injections. The purpose of this study was to evaluate differences in perceived pain during the administration of local anesthesia of the maxillary lateral incisors using the ramp-up and continuous injection modes of the Dentapen.

Experiences and attitudes of dental hygiene faculty regarding the mentorship of undergraduate student research.

Purpose: Research remains a strong emphasis in entry-level dental hygiene programs as mandated by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. However, more exploration is needed to understand the faculty mentor and student research mentee relationship specific to undergraduate dental hygiene students. The purpose of the study was to identify factors and attitudes of undergraduate faculty influencing their level of interest in mentoring undergraduate student research.

Evaluation of an e-book assignment using Fink's Taxonomy of Significant Learning among undergraduate dental hygiene students.

Context: With significant learning experiences, students undergo positive, substantial, and lasting influences on their personal and professional lives. With grant support from The Ohio State University's Affordable Learning Exchange Program, students created e-book chapters for a Current Concepts in Dental Hygiene as a significant learning experience.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of an e-book chapter creation project on the learning of undergraduate dental hygiene students using Fink's Taxonomy of Significant Learning.

Relationships between the postures of dentists and chairside dental assistants.

Introduction: Dental professionals have been encouraged to maintain their neutral postures throughout their workday in order to maintain a healthy musculoskeletal system. However, with 4-handed dentistry, maintaining neutral postures becomes more challenging when the dentist and dental assistant work concurrently alongside the patient to complete dental procedures.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether relationships exist between the postures of dentists and dental assistants.

Relationship between emotional intelligence, stress, and burnout among dental hygiene students.

Objective: Emotional intelligence (EI) is the recognition and management of emotions within oneself and others. Limited evidence exists that determine whether EI is related to stress and burnout.

Purpose: The purpose of this project was to determine whether relationships exist between EI, stress, and burnout levels among undergraduate dental hygiene students.

Impact of emotional intelligence training in a communication and ethics course among second-year dental students.

Unlabelled: Emotional intelligence (EI) involves the awareness and management of personal and others' emotions. Although EI has been found to be positively associated with the academic performance of dental students, limited evidence exists regarding methods to improve the EI among dental students.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether the inclusion of EI training in a communication and ethics course would improve EI levels among dental students.

Process and outcome evaluation of the Oral Health Improvement through Outreach (OHIO) Project.

Unlabelled: Academic dental institutions serve a foundational role in meeting the oral health needs of Americans through community-based learning experiences.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to longitudinally evaluate an ongoing primary objective of the Oral Health Improvement through Outreach (OHIO) Project Program, which is to build strong partnerships between The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Dentistry (CoD) and community-based dental facilities and increase access to dental care for underserved populations.

Methods: Upon exempt Institutional Review Board approval (2004H0067), a longitudinal evaluation study was conducted of 15 years of the OHIO Project during the 2004-2019 academic years.

Improving the Awareness of Musculoskeletal Disorder Risks Among Dental Educators.

Prolonged and static postures among dental workforce personnel may lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). The aim of this study was to determine whether feedback involving photography and self-assessment would improve dental educators' postures and accuracy of ergonomic self-assessment. This study used a randomized control design.

Motivations and Challenges Towards Research Activities Among Undergraduate Dental Hygiene Students.

: Research is integral to dental hygiene practice, graduate education, and the advancement of the dental hygiene profession. The purpose of this study was to identify the motivations and challenges toward participation in research activities as perceived by undergraduate dental hygiene students.: A nonprobability sample of undergraduate dental hygiene students from across the United States was used for this cross-sectional, electronic survey.

Longitudinal effects of utilising photography on the accuracy of ergonomic self-assessments amongst dental hygiene students.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the longitudinal effects of feedback involving photography and self-assessment on the accuracy of ergonomic self-assessments and ergonomic scores amongst dental hygiene students.

Materials And Methods: The study involved an experimental design. Data collection took place over 4 months, divided into weeks 1-4 and after 3 months.

Experience and attitudes regarding requirements for magnification and coaxial illumination among dental hygiene students.

Dental professionals are at elevated risks for the development of musculoskeletal disorders due to the occupational demands of static postures and precision movements required for instrumentation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the experiences and attitudes regarding the requirements of purchasing and utilizing magnification loupes and coaxial illumination for patient care among dental hygiene students with the state of Ohio.: A cross-sectional, web-based, anonymous survey was sent via the dental hygiene program directors to dental hygiene students in the state of Ohio.

Magnification and Coaxial Illumination in Dental Hygiene Education: Experience and attitudes of clinical educators.

: Static postural demands and precise movements involved with instrumentation, place dental professionals at high occupational risk for developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Using magnification loupes and coaxial illumination may lower the risk of developing a future MSD. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the experiences and attitudes among clinical dental hygiene educators in Ohio regarding requiring the use of magnification loupes and coaxial illumination in academic settings.

Comparison of calculus detection among dental hygienists using an explorer and ultrasonic insert.

Introduction: Periodontal therapy disrupts the biofilm harbouring calculus that triggers inflammation. The explorer is primarily used for calculus detection, and the ultrasonic instrument is primarily used for calculus removal. The efficiency in dental hygiene care may improve if the ultrasonic instrument could be used in both calculus detection and removal.

Comparison of the Efficacy of Calculus Detection Between Ultrasonic Inserts and an Explorer.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of calculus detection between a thin and curved ultrasonic inserts (UI) as compared to the Old Dominion University (ODU) 11/12 explorer. Three clinical dental hygiene faculty members were recruited to participate as calibrated raters for the presence of calculus in a group of 60 patient volunteers. Inclusion criteria were: adults aged >18 in good health, and no history of a professional prophylaxis within the past six months.