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Social determinants of oral health in an indigenous community of Chile: preliminary data of a mixed qualitative and quantitative study.
BMC Oral Health
January 2025
Facultad de Odontología, Universidad de los Andes, Chile, Las Condes, Chile.
Introduction: Certain aspects of indigenous communities, such as cultural practices and access to care, have been discussed as potential determinants of oral health. However, research on this topic remains limited. Understanding the factors influencing oral health and their perceptions is crucial for developing culturally appropriate interventions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Dental caries remains the most prevalent chronic disease worldwide. Hence the importance of detecting and evaluating caries and combining this with additional diagnostic methods to ensure the best treatment. The main objective was to study what is the sensitivity and specificity for detecting initial and cavitated caries lesions by students in third, fourth and fifth year of the Degree in Dentistry at the University of Barcelona, analysing if there is any difference between the diagnoses and treatments among the different years and each student's clinical experience.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEthical dilemmas concerning orthodontic treatment among orthodontists in a sample from Saudi Arabia: a pilot study.
BMC Med Ethics
January 2025
Department of Preventive Dentistry, College of Dentistry, University of Ha'il, Hail city, Saudi Arabia.
Background: Ethics is based on moral principles that should be the foundation for every healthcare decision, however, ethical concepts can often be challenging to define in specific clinical scenarios. There are several instances where a practising clinician often finds it difficult to make a proper decision despite maintaining integrity and professionalism. The objective of the present study was to explore the ethical dilemma faced by orthodontists practicing in Saudi Arabia concerning orthodontic treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe role of multi-modality imaging for the assessment of left atrium and left atrial appendage. A clinical consensus statement of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI), European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging
January 2025
Department of Cardiology, University of Rennes, CHU Rennes, Inserm, LTSI - UMR 1099, Rennes, France.
Structural, architectural, contractile or electrophysiological alterations may occur in the left atrium (LA). The concept of LA cardiopathy is supported by accumulating scientific evidence demonstrating that LA remodeling has become a cornerstone diagnostic and prognostic marker. The structure and the function of LA and left atrial appendage (LAA) which is an integral part of the LA, are key elements for a better understanding of multiple clinical conditions, most notably atrial fibrillation (AF), cardioembolism, heart failure and mitral valve diseases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInsights Into the Clinical Learning Curve: Student Experiences in Prosthodontics Education.
Cureus
December 2024
Prosthodontics, Azra Naheed Dental College, The Superior University, Lahore, PAK.
Background The dental faculty must understand the challenges students face in prosthodontics to enhance education and meet patient care demands. This study explored final-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students' perceptions, study methods, and clinical application of knowledge, identifying gaps in translating theory to practice, skill acquisition, and curriculum alignment. Insights guide improvements in mentorship, hands-on training, and active learning to enhance clinical preparedness.
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