Eating Disorders in the Adolescent Patient.

Eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, female athlete triad, bulimia nervosa, obesity, and binge eating initially emerge during adolescence. These disorders are present primarily in females, but males may also present with these conditions. Dentistry has a pivotal role in the management of patients with such diet-related disorders.

Prevalence of oral trauma in Para-Pan American Games athletes.

The aim of this cross-sectional epidemiological survey was to assess the prevalence of oral trauma in athletes representing 25 countries competing at the most recent Para-Pan American Games (III PARAPAN) held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The study was approved by the appropriate institutional review board. The examiners participated in standardization and calibration training sessions before the field phase began.

Understanding the adolescent patient: the gateway to oral health promotion.

Although the adolescent years may be difficult emotionally and contributory to a variety of risk-taking behaviors, this period of progressive transformation of the child into an adult also offers a unique gateway for dental practitioners to promote the development of positive health behaviors as the foundational basis for the future oral and general health and well-being of our current adolescent dental patients.

Prevalence of dental trauma in Pan American games athletes.

The aim of this cross-sectional epidemiological survey was to assess the prevalence of dental trauma in athletes representing 42 countries competing at the most recent Pan American Games (XV Pan Am) held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in July of 2007, and to determine prior use and type of mouthguard among this group of athletes. The examiners participated in standardization and calibration training sessions before the field phase began. Invitations were sent to >5500 participating athletes competing in 41 sports and to the Medical Committee of the Pan American Sports Organization before and during the XV PAN.

Oral health issues for adolescent athletes.

Adolescent athletes are faced with a myriad of influences that can affect their oral health. During these formative years, the choices adolescents make regarding health could have repercussions throughout their lives. Health professionals can play an important role in educating their patients to make wise decisions.

Periodontal and soft tissue prevention strategies for the adolescent dental patient.

Recent research has refocused attention on the contribution of periodontal health to the general health of patients at various ages. This article describes changes in the periodontal tissues of adolescent dental patients related to hormonal fluctuations, lack of proper oral hygiene, and risk-taking behaviors. Attention is placed on the development and prevention of acute and chronic gingival conditions in addition to gingival tissue enlargement as one side effect of certain medications.

Dental injuries in sports.

The expanding arena of sports and vigorous recreational activities is associated with an increased risk for sports-related injuries, including trauma to the teeth. Because dental professionals may not be present on site, in the best interest of athletes, it is suggested that sports medicine professionals who are present be provided with current evaluative, emergent, and referral protocols for proper management of sports-related dental injuries to address the immediate needs of the athlete and to enhance the long-term prognosis of the traumatized tooth. This article provides information related to some of the more common dental injuries encountered in sports, including crown fractures, root fractures, and traumatic tooth displacements.

Management of Class III crown fractures in the permanent dentition.

Management of Class III crown fractures in the permanent dentition can be both challenging and rewarding for practitioners. Several of the techniques described require further investigation to determine clinical efficacy based on scientific research. In addition to evidence-based protocols, treatment outcomes will continue to be related to the technical proficiency of the dentist, including diagnostic acumen and appropriate treatment planning decisions.

Outreach activities: focus on troubled youth.

The Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine has a commitment to community service. Two programs that provide care to incarcerated adolescents are described. One facility is a large second-chance detention center for males; the other is a small second-chance facility for female juvenile offenders.

Sports dentistry and dental traumatology.

Sports dentistry had its origins in the 1980s. More recently, the Academy for Sports Dentistry joined forces with the International Association of Dental Traumatology in cosponsoring the World Congress on Sports Dentistry and Dental Traumatology. It is the intent of the present paper to introduce readers to the arena of sports dentistry, suggest future areas for collaborative research, and stimulate authors to submit high quality, scientifically based manuscripts on sports dentistry to Dental Traumatology.

Women's oral health across the lifespan. Part Two: Developmental perspectives.

This two-part series is intended to provide dental practitioners with information related to the clinical aspects of women's health in general and women's oral health in particular. Part One in the series presented a historical perspective from the inception and evolution of women's oral health to current issues of relevance. Part Two in the series presents a developmental perspective on women's oral health across the lifespan from infancy through the post-menopausal stages.

Women's oral health across the lifespan. Part One: Historical perspectives.

This two-part series is intended to provide dental practitioners with information related to the clinical aspects of women's health in general and women's oral health in particular. Part One in the series presents a historical perspective from the inception and evolution of women's oral health to current issues of relevance. Part Two in the series will present a developmental perspective on women's oral health across the lifespan from infancy through the post-menopausal stages.

Orofacial injuries from sport: preventive measures for sports medicine.

Individuals worldwide are participating in an expanding arena of vigorous physical activities as well as competitive sports at all levels. The healthful benefits of such activities are unfortunately associated with injury risks that include orofacial soft- and hard-tissue trauma. This article describes the scope and emergency management of sports-related orofacial traumatic injuries that may be encountered by physicians in the field of sports medicine.

Oral piercing in athletes: implications for general dentists.

General dentists need to be aware of the growing number of athletes who display various forms of body art. Intraoral piercing and tongue jewelry place athletes at greater risk for serious medical and dental consequences that are confounded when the athlete attempts to compete while wearing a mouthguard with the tongue jewelry in place. All body jewelry should be removed during sporting events.