Publications by authors named "Magda El-Tekeya"
Objective: Uncooperative behavior in pediatric dentistry is one of the most common manifestations of dental anxiety. Managing anxious patients can be attained by moderate sedation. This study aimed to compare the effect of sedation by dexmedetomidine-ketamine combination (DEX-KET) versus dexmedetomidine (DEX) on behavior of uncooperative pediatric dental patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Pain and anxiety can be considerable obstacles while treating paediatric dental patients. Moderate sedation is needed to treat uncooperative patients.
Aim: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of buccal administration of dexmedetomidine-ketamine combination versus dexmedetomidine.
Background: The use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in caries treatment in children has increased despite the disadvantage of causing tooth discoloration. Nanosilver fluoride (NSF) is a possible alternative. This study aimed to assess the antibacterial effect of NSF and SDF and their impact on the activity of dentin caries in primary teeth.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Minimally invasive dentistry is a highly convenient and efficient method of managing caries in pediatric patients. Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is commonly used to arrest active caries lesions. However, the associated black stain, possibility of soft tissue injury, and unpleasant taste often limit its use.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To compare MI (5% NaF with 2% CPP-ACP) and Prevident (5% NaF) varnishes in remineralizing caries-like lesions in primary teeth regarding calcium and phosphate enamel content and lesion depth.
Material And Methods: Caries-like lesions were created in 48 primary teeth which were divided into 2 halves; one left untreated (control) and the other half treated with MI or Prevident varnishes. Calcium and phosphate content was assessed using energy dispersive X-ray spectrometer and reduction in lesion depth was assessed using polarized light microscopy.
Purpose: Control of Streptococcus mutans can prevent caries in high-risk preschool children. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) on Streptococcus mutans in the plaque of high-risk preschool children.
Methods: A triple blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial included 40 healthy three- to five-year-olds with at least one white spot lesion.
Article Synopsis
- A study assessed the oral health status and behaviors of 100 children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) compared to 100 healthy children in Alexandria, Egypt, focusing on various health-related aspects.
- Results showed that children with ASD had significantly poorer oral hygiene and gum health, and they exhibited more negative or challenging behaviors during dental examinations.
- The findings suggest that children with ASD are at a greater risk for dental issues, face more difficulties accessing dental care, and highlight the need for tailored oral health education programs. *
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the interaction of caries risk indicators and metabolic control in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Methods: The study included 50 children with type 1 DM and 50 healthy controls, all 6 to 9 years old. Diabetic children were classified into 3 groups: well, fairly, and poorly controlled based on glycosilated hemoglobin level.
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of 2 chemomechanical caries removal methods-Carisolv and Papacarie-on the residual cariogenic bacteria in the dentin of primary teeth vs traditional hand excavation.
Methods: Forty-five primary teeth were divided into 3 groups, according to the caries removal method used. Carious dentin samples were taken, then all softened dentin was removed, and a second sample was taken when the cavities were clinically caries-free, All teeth were filled with composite resins.