The aim of this study was to investigate if a TMD-trained general dental practitioner could individually predict actual treatment outcome in selected patients diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) with similar results as a TMD specialist. The patients were examined, individually predicted, treatment planned, treated and had their treatment outcome evaluated by the therapist, respecti...

The prevention of the spread of hepatitis B is of utmost importance to the dental profession. The mechanisms of transmission of the virus between practitioner and patient are discussed and preventive options outlined. Despite conscientious history taking, not all virus carriers can be identified without laboratory screening of the entire population. Despite specific precautions high risk exposu...

A pathologic fracture may be an acute event or a chronic long-standing ill-defined problem, and the causes are numerous. The dental practitioner may be the first health care practitioner to see a patient with a pathologic fracture of the jaw. This case report is intended to inform dental practitioners about pathologic fractures and the need for prompt referral to minimize patient suffering.

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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to determine the degree of involvement of general dental practitioners working in primary health care centers of the Ministry of Health (MOH) of Kuwait in tobacco cessation activities. SUBJECTS AND METHODS A survey questionnaire composed of 48 structured multiple choice questions aimed at assessing practitioner knowledge, attitudes, perceived expectations, confiden...