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O.D. Umeh, I.G. Isiekwe, I.L. Utomi, H. Akindele, O.O. DaCosta, O.O. Sanu - Nigeria
Published in English in Tropical Dental Journal N° 186 - Volume 47 - Juin 2024 - 45-58
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Abstract
Background: Clear Aligner Therapy/treatment (CAT) has become a universally accepted orthodontic treatment modality amongst orthodontists worldwide. The rapid technological advancements in aesthetic dentistry, artificial intelligence and digital dentistry have propelled its use, making it a competitive alternative to fixed orthodontic appliances. The aim of this study was therefore to assess the perceptions and practice of Clear Aligner Therapy among Nigerian orthodontic practitioners (Orthodontists and Orthodontic residents).
Methodology: This study was a cross-sectional descriptive study, that utilized questionnaires via an online data collection platform (Google Forms). The study instrument to disseminated using the WhatsApp platform. The questionnaire assessed Nigerian orthodontic practitioners’ ...
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This WHO oral health briefing note series focuses on prevention and treatment of dental caries (tooth decay) with mercury-free products and minimal interventions.
Dental caries is a major public health problem globally as the disease affects all age groups, with an onset in early childhood and continued increase over the life course. Read the report
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OMS - (March 15th, 2022)
. Oral diseases, while largely preventable, pose a major health burden for many countries and affect people throughout their lifetime, causing pain, discomfort, disfigurement and even death.
. It is estimated that oral diseases affect nearly 3.5 billion people.
. Untreated dental caries (tooth decay) in permanent teeth is the most common health condition according to the Global Burden of Disease 2019.
. Treatment for oral health conditions is expensive and usually not part of universal health coverage (UHC).
. Most low- and middle-income countries are unable to provide services to prevent and treat oral health conditions..
. Oral diseases are caused by a range of modifiable risk factors, including sugar consumption, tobacco use, alcohol use and poor hygiene, and their underlying social and commercial determinants.
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