Australian Dental Journal

March 2005 - Volume 50 Number 1

REVIEWS

Why be down in the mouth? Three decades of research in oral microbiology
This paper describes some of the work done in the author’s laboratory over the past 35 years. The research covers the following areas: the physiology of oral streptococci and their interactions; the physiology of some Gram-negative anaerobes and their interactions in relation to periodontal diseases; preventing the major dental diseases; and the future of oral microbiology.

AH Rogers

Eating disorders and oral health: A review of the literature
This article is a review of the recent literature pertaining to the oral sequelae of eating disorders (EDs). Dentists are recognized as being some of the first health care professionals to whom a previously undiagnosed eating disorder patient (EDP) may present. However, despite the prevalence (up to 4 per cent) of such conditions in teenage girls and young adult females, there is relatively little published in the recent literature regarding the oral sequelae of EDs.

AM Frydrych
GR Davies
BM McDermott

ADRF REPORTS

Dental caries experience in Australian Army recruits 2002-2003
Recent data have suggested that the trend of decreasing caries experience in Australian children is slowing with increasing dmft and DMFT scores seen in children. However, there are limited data on dental caries experience in young Australian adults.

M Hopcraft
MV Morgan

Chronic orofacial pain is associated with psychological morbidity and negative personality changes: A comparison to the general population
Chronic orofacial pain is a biopsychosocial problem. Pain description and intensity have been previously reported by the authors. This follow up study reports on the presence and severity of psychological morbidity and personality changes associated with chronic orofacial pain.

ER Vickers
H Boocock

SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES

Oral cancer at a Tasmanian tertiary referral clinic, The Royal Hobart Hospital 1996-2002 The Holman Clinic at the Royal Hobart Hospital includes a multi-disciplinary head and neck clinic which functions as a tertiary referral centre for Southern Tasmania and involves Ear Nose and Throat surgeons, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Radiation Oncologists and Medical Oncologists.	LC Hogan GM Hall IG Chambers
Factors influencing the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease by dental practitioners in Victoria Healthy periodontal tissues are essential to overall dental health. Therefore, the detection and management of periodontal disease is an integral part of general dental practice. The aim of this study was to investigate confidence in diagnosis and management of periodontal disease by general dental practitioners (GDPs), assess if the Dental Practice Board guidelines on periodontal record keeping are being addressed, and, if necessary, try to find ways of improving the periodontal knowledge of GDPs.	IB Darby F Angkasa C Duong D Ho S Legudi K Pham A Welsh
Three-dimensional modelling and finite element analysis of the human mandible during clenching Until recently, very few papers have been published concerning the development, analysis and experimental verification of three-dimensional, finite element modelling of the human adult edentulous mandible. The purpose of this study was to improve the method of modelling by using computer-aided engineering (CAE) and computeraided design (CAD) methods and to utilize the model in analyzing maxillofacial problems.	AH Choi B Ben-Nissan RC Conway

CASE REPORT

Open surgical approach for a tooth aspirated during dental extraction: A case report
In this case report clinical presentation and treatment options in the treatment of a patient who had a tooth lodged in the right lung are discussed. The complications of foreign body ingestion or aspiration associated with dental treatment is emphasized.

RU lku
Z Baskan
I Yavuz

DATA WATCH

Service provision in private general practice: 1983-1984 to 1998-1999
Shifts in service provision over time can reflect changes in demography, oral health and expectations, as well as new technology and provider preferences. Trends towards improved oral heath have been observed in the Australian population over recent decades.

Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health

The ADA and the Local Organising Committee invite all associated with dentistry to participate in the Australian Dental Congress and Exhibition in Perth.

Mark the dates in your diaries 12-15 March 2009

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Dental Health Week is a community awareness program coordinated and funded by the ADA. In 2008 the ADA is leading a campaign to target 30-50 year olds and has developed a range of Fact Sheets on oral health care. August 4 - 10 is Dental Health Week

Mouthguard Awareness

The ADA is once again conducting a Mouthguard Awareness campaign in 2008.
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On the 23rd July 2007 the ADA wrote to the major political parties seeking their policies on dental health issues. Click here to review the ADA Inc Report Card on Dental Health Policies Election 07 (PDF 122 KB)

As part of a community campaign to promote good oral health care for babies and toddlers the ADA has developed oral hygiene tips for parents and carers of young children.
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Click Here for information on the ADA Awards for Excellence in Dental Journalism

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