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The Relationship between Dental Caries and Some Socio-economic Factors in 35- 44 Years Old Adults in Some Urban Areas of Sistan & Baluchestan
M Rigi Ladez , M Ghanbariha, Mr Badiee, Z Abdolazimi,
Volume 20, Issue 4 (10-2012)
Abstract
Introduction: In order to improve the oral health, systematic analysis of oral health condition and related factors should be conducted. This study aimed to evaluate dental caries and some related factors in 35-44 years old men & women in five urban areas of Sistan and Baluchestan in 2009-2010. Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 550 people were chosen by random stratified clustering in five different urban areas of the province. All participants were examined and the DMFT index was determined. Demographic and social information and their oral health behaviors were registered in a questionnaire which was composed of 11 questions. The data were analyzed by SPSS (version 17) and descriptive statistic methods. Results: Statistical analysis showed that average of DMFT was 10.05 ± 7.186. DMFT in females (11.43 ± 7.5) was more than males (8.68 ± 6.6) significantly (P< 0.001). A significant difference was found between ethnicity and DMFT (P< 0.05) while analysis did not reveal any difference between income, level of education, time and number of daily brushing. (P> 0.05) Conclusion: Results of this study could be used by public health managers to plan and evaluate public health in the future. With an emphasis on improving high risk patients’ situation, appropriate interventions can be designed to achieve good results in the short and long term
Effects of Oral Health Training on Dental Plaque Index
M Amiri, A Haerian, T Malek Mohamadi, F Farahat, H Asarzade, Z Zare Zade,
Volume 23, Issue 11 (2-2016)
Abstract

Introduction : Oral malodor can be used as a motivational tool to improve oral health-related behaviors. The present study aimed to compare oral health training on the dental plaque index.

Methods: In the current study, 161 ( 76 females, 85 male) grade-one high school students from public schools of Yazd were divided into three groups : 1 – Oral health training + oral malodor training ( halitosis group), 2– oral health training + training of dental caries and periodontal diseases ( traditional groups),
3- oral health training (control group ). Two weeks and two months after the intervention, plaque index was measured. Positive and negative changes were recorded over time, and then, the study data were analyzed using Chi-square (bonferroni adjustment), McNemar, Kruskal-Wallis  and Paired t-Test.

Results: The study results revealed no significant differences between the  halitosis group and the traditional group, though both had a significant difference with the control group. Positive changes in halitosis group especially within girls were held to be more durable compared to the other groups.

Conclusion: Oral health training accompanging training of oral malodor, tooth decay and periodontal disease seems to be more effective on health promotion of senior high school students in Yazd. Furthermore, oral malodor training produces more durable effects. As a result, this training style is recommended in regard with eductional programs of schools.


Evaluation of oral health and bleeding management after dental procedures of patients with congenital bleeding disorders in Tehran city in 2015: A comparative study
F Ahmadi-Motamayel, N Hadian,
Volume 24, Issue 6 (9-2016)
Abstract

Introduction: Platelets and clotting factors dysfunction lead to hereditary hemorrhagic disease. In according to the importance of these diseases, the aim of this study was the evaluation of oral health and bleeding management of the patients with congenital bleeding disorders in Tehran city in 2015.

Methods: In this case-control study, 68 hemophilic patients  as case group were compared with 50 healthy people as control group. These samples matched in according to age and gender. DMFT/S and GI index (caries index and gingival index) was recorded and bleeding management evaluated by the patient's medical records and interviews. Data analyzed using SPSS version 16  and the level of significant was considered p ≤0.05.

Results: Patients group The mean of age in hemophilic patients was 12.54 ± 2.94 and in the control group was 12.50±3.1. DMFT, DMFS and GI index was higher in the health group. With increasing the age of the patients  gingival inflammation index also increased significantly (p=0.001) so that 70% of individual with age higher than 15 had grade 3 gingival inflammation.

Conclusions: Patients and parents awareness about dental hygiene and regular dental visit is very important for caries prevention and reduction of DMFT/S and GI index and regular dental visits are essential for the patients.


Evaluation of Oral and Dental Health Status in Pregnant Women Referring to Fatemieh Hospital in Hamadan City during 2018
Samaneh Vaziri-Amjad, Fatemeh Esfahaninya, Marzieh Sanoee Farimani, Somayeh Ghorbani Gholiabad, Fatemeh Ahmadi- Motamayel,
Volume 29, Issue 8 (11-2021)
Abstract
Introduction: Physiological changes during pregnancy affect the teeth and tissues of the mouth and gums, which increases the severity of problems such as caries, inflammation, bleeding and swelling of the gum. Therefore, pregnant people need regular check-ups and provide adequate education. The aim of this study was evaluation of oral and dental health status in pregnant women referring to Fatemieh Hospital in Hamadan City during 2018.
Methods: This study was performed on 96 pregnant women. The adjusted questionnaire was completed for each individual by interview method in order to complete the section on personal and pregnancy data and examination in order to complete the section on oral and dental health status. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 16 software.
Results: The mean age of the participants was 29.64. The Decay Missing Filling Teeth (DMFT) index in pregnant women was 10.48 ± 3.81. 75.74% of the participants were positive in terms of BOP. 12.50% had dry mouth. Using gingival index, 68.75% of the subjects had gingivitis and the mean gingival index was 0.98 ± 0.79%. In terms of oral hygiene, using the index plaque assessment, the majority of the participants was moderate (45.83%) and the mean plaque index was 1.27 ± 0.62%.
Conclusion: Pregnant mothers have a moderate oral health. For this reason, it is necessary to inform physicians in order to refer them to dentists and educate pregnant women to observe oral hygiene and prevent the occurrence of oral diseases and gingivitis in pregnancy.

Assessment of Oral Health Related Quality of Life among Elderly People in Nursing Homes in Karaj in 2020
Shayan Shamsi, Zahra Momeni,
Volume 29, Issue 9 (12-2021)
Abstract
Introduction: Quality of life is one of the new concepts of health, which encompasses different aspects of life such as oral health. The oral health related quality of life is affected by different factors that assessed in different groups. Due to increasing population growth and the existence of special physical, psychological and social conditions, elderly are one of the important groups. So, the present study aimed to assess the oral health related quality of life among elderly people who lived in nursing centers in Karaj, in 2020.
Methods: In this cross-sectional analytic study, oral health related quality of life among elderly people above 60 years in Karaj were evaluated using a questionnaire including demographic information, oral health behaviors and Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI). Data were analyzed using T-test, one-way ANOVA and linear regression test by SPSS-22 software.
Results: A total of 149 people were participated, which 62.4% (93) were female and 37.6% (56) were male. The mean GOHAI in participants of this study was 46.05±6.52 (from 12-60 point). The regression test showed the relationship between the score of different dimensions of GOHAI with age, gender, income, and subjective assessment of oral health, last dental examinations and the number of teeth (P<0.05).
Conclusion: In this study, the oral health related quality of life among the elderly people who lived in nursing homes in Karaj in 2020 was evaluated moderate and good.

Evaluation of Demographic Characteristics and Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth Index in Adults Referred to Yazd Dental School in 2021
Abdolrahim Davari, Arezo Khabbazian, Seyed Abolghasem Baghestani,
Volume 30, Issue 11 (2-2023)
Abstract
Introduction: Oral health assessment plays an important role in determining the health status and health planning of communities. The most important indicator that indicates the oral health status of individuals is the Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) index. The present study was conducted to investigate the demographic characteristics and DMFT Index in adults referred to Yazd Dental School in Yazd, Iran in 2021.
Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 500 adult patients in the age group of 18 to 65 years were studied. 343 (68.6%) of the samples were female and 157 (31.4%) were male. The patients completed a questionnaire, including their demographic characteristics and socio-economic status. DMFT index was also recorded in the study questionnaire. Data were analyzed by SPSS17 statistical software and Mann-Whitney, Kruskal-Wallis and Tukey statistical tests.
Results: The mean total DMFT index was 9.7± 5.1. There was a statistically significant difference in the mean DMFT index by age (P = 0.017), level of education (P = 0.000), occupation (P = 0.001) and number of family members ( P= 0.007), however, no statistically significant difference was observed in the mean DMFT index according to gender, place of residence, and monthly income of participants (P <0.05).
Conclusion: The mean DMFT index is influenced by demographic characteristics. Older age, more family members, higher education level and better position jobs had the greatest impact on the mean DMFT index.
 

Improving Oral Health in Populations Affected by Natural Disasters: The Role of International Collaboration
Ameneh Marzban,
Volume 33, Issue 5 (8-2025)
Abstract
Introduction: Natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes have devastating effects on human societies. These events not only destroy infrastructure and physical resources, but also leave profound psychological and social impacts. A crucial yet often overlooked aspect of these disaster scenarios is the oral health of the affected individuals.

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