Genetic disorders and bone affecting the craniofacial skeleton.

Genetic disorders of bone constitute a large number of alterations approaching almost 300 types. This article focuses on the most common disorders in this group, which at the same time are the most clinically significant because of their incidence and degree of involvement of the craniofacial skeleton.

Advanced surgical guidance technology: a review.

To maximize the outcome of implant placement, the use of advanced radiographic procedures such as computerized tomography, along with fabrication of surgical guides, has been advocated to inform surgeons of ideal implant location. More recently, simulation computer software has been introduced to view radiographic images and test potential implant locations. Yet, surgical guides are processed based on ideal tooth position, with little consideration for underlying anatomical limitations, which creates a disconnection between diagnostic planning and surgical restrictions.

Knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes of dental and dental hygiene students toward obesity.

Obesity is recognized as a growing public health problem. The authors surveyed dental hygiene and dental students from one institution regarding education, knowledge, perceived professional duties, and attitudes toward the overweight and obese population. Half of the respondents reported no obesity education prior to professional dental education, and 80 percent received five hours or less while in professional training.