Background/objectives: Obesity was previously perceived to be a lifestyle issue; however, it was declared a chronic disease by the American Medical Association (AMA) in 2013. However, family physician's views and actions toward managing obesity remain ambiguous and occasionally conflicting.
Subjects/methods: This cross-sectional study explores the acceptance and knowledge of 171 family medicine physicians regarding obesity as a chronic disease.
Objectives: To examine the association between life-course body silhouette changes and oral conditions in adulthood.
Methods: At study recruitment (2008-2012), 5430 adults underwent a full-mouth clinical examination and recalled their body silhouettes at ages 8, 15, 25, 35 and 45. Life-course trajectories of body silhouettes were computed using group-based trajectory modelling.
Study Objectives: Use of a mandibular advancement appliance (MAA) is an effective treatment option for mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). MAA is well-tolerated but undesirable effects may be observed over time. The present systematic review aimed to assess the effect of MAA use on oral and periodontal health in patients with OSA.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: This study aims to (1) assess the efficacy of a face-to-face emergency protocol in children and adults and (2) measure the efficacies of prediagnosis at the triage level and clinical diagnosis at the emergency department level during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods: A triage protocol was applied for patients at the entry of the Rothschild Hospital (AP-HP) between March 18th and May 11th, 2020. First, patients underwent a triage based on self-reported symptoms.