Early dumping syndrome (DS) and postbariatric hypoglycemia (PBH) are challenging conditions with limited treatment options. A 46-year-old woman with prediabetes, obesity, and sleeve gastrectomy presented with digestive symptoms suggestive of DS and postprandial hypoglycemia consistent with PBH. She started tirzepatide 2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose/objectives: Studies have shown a significant relationship between low oral health literacy (OHL) and poor oral health outcomes. National calls for action include better training of dental providers to meet the needs of the low OHL public. The purpose of this research was to determine the extent OHL education is being included in US dental hygiene (DH) education programs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Intravenous (IV) midazolam sedation is commonly used in the delivery of dentistry for phobic patients. There is currently no guidance on a maximum dose for use specifically in dentistry. Dentists practise with the British National Formulary recommended maximum dose of 7.
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