Australian Dental Journal

March 2001 - Volume 46 Number 1

REVIEWS

Periodontal manifestations of systemic disease Periodontitis is a chronic bacterial infection of the supporting structures of the teeth. The host response to infection is an important factor in determining the extent and severity of periodontal disease.	DF Kinane GJ Marshall
The increasing problem of hepatitis C virus infection The widespread incidence of hepatitis C (HCV) infection throughout the community is of concern. This paper discusses the issues associated with treating patients who have HCV infection including the importance of preventative programs to reduce dental pathology and maximise oral health.	EA Coates L Walsh R Logan

ADRF RESEARCH REPORTS

The effect of interocclusal appliances on temporomandibular joints as assessed by 3D reconstruction of MRI scans Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) enables simultaneous visualization of hard and soft tissues. The aims of the present study were to computer generate three-dimensional images, reconstructed from MRI scans of normal temporomandibular joints, to assess the relative positions of the disc, condyle and articular surface of the temporal bone and to study the effect of two mandibular group function interocclusal appliances.

SA Chu TI Suvinen JG Clement PC Reade

Analysis of fluoride levels retained intraorally or ingested following routine clinical applications of topical fluoride products A variety of topical fluorides is now used clinically for the prevention and control of dental caries. It is essential for the dental profession to be fully aware of the relative retention rates of fluoride in saliva and thus its contact with the teeth.

K Heath V Singh R Logan J McIntyre

SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES

Outcomes of cleft care in Western Australia: A pilot study The purpose of this study was to compare outcomes and delivery of cleft care in Western Australia with the average standard of care in the United Kingdom.	AC Williams NC Johnson S Singer P Southall S Mildinhall G Semb D Sell S Thomas JR Sandy
A protocol for the dental management of von Willebrand’s disease, haemophilia A and haemophilia B A guide for the dental management of the three inherited bleeding disorders, von Willebrand's disease, haemophilia A and haemophilia B, was established jointly by the Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science Transfusion and Haemostasis Unit in conjunction with the Medically Compromised Dental Unit at the Adelaide Dental Hospital. This protocol was subjected to a successful trial for 24 months.	M Stubbs J Lloyd
A study of the dental treatment needs of children with disabilities in Melbourne, Australia A selected population of children with disabilities in Melbourne, Australia, was studied with reference to 300 children (aged 9-13 years), 150 attending special development schools and 150 attending special schools, received an oral examination and the parent/guardian completed a questionnaire.	M Desai L Brearley Messer H Calache

CASE REPORT

A late developing mandibular premolar supernumerary tooth This paper presents a case of a patient who developed a mandibular premolar supernumerary tooth between the age of 11 and 20 years. Evidence for the late development of the supernumerary tooth comes from consecutive panoramic radiographs. A review of the international literature concerning late developing supernumerary teeth is included.

N Gibson

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