Day 2 :
Keynote Forum
Huseyin Avni Balcioglu
Istanbul University, Turkey
Keynote: Who, why and how to treat Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD)
Time : 09:30-10:00
Biography:
Huseyin Avni Balcioglu, DDS, PhD, holds the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Anatomy at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. After receiving his dental degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, in 2001, He worked as a Research Assistant in the department of Anatomy, for five years, and completed the PhD program, while he also worked in private dental practice. He took part in administrative activites associated with his roles as a faculty board member. He is currently a member of the Board of Medical Specialties Reporting System Commission of Turkish Ministry of Health. Dr. Balcioglu has lectured as an invited speaker in different symposiums, particularly about TMJ/TMD.
Abstract:
Abnormal in- and out alterations in the anatomical relations of the temporomandibular joint are referred as temporomandibular joint disorders. The incidence of temporomandibular joint disorders is high in the population. Pain is the most common symptom, while few or more symptoms may be involved in the disease process. There are various factors that play a role in disease progress and most frequently it is a combination of them. There are various branches in medical and dental sciences that can have a profound treatment plan which differs from each other in every aspect; one can hardly address an ideal method. The present study aims to underline the need for treatment, as well as the right approach for the treatment.
Keynote Forum
Aleksandar Dimkov
Saints Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
Keynote: Glass-ionomer cements a template for releasing an antimicrobial agent
Time : 10:00-10:30
Biography:
Aleksandar Dimkov is an Associate Professor and President of Macedonian Association of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry. He received his DMD from the Saints Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Republic of Macedonia (1994) and completed Residency in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry from the St. Panteleimon University Dental Clinical Center in Skopje (2001). He obtained MSc (2003) and PhD (2011) in the field of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry from Saints Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje. He was a Visiting Researcher at Medway School of Sciences, University of Greenwich UK (2007-2011). He has published more than 70 national and international publications in the field of pediatric and preventive dentistry as well as in the field of dental materials and microbiology in dentistry.
Abstract:
The glass-ionomer cements, possessing the positive characteristics of fluorine in the processes of re-mineralization and antimicrobial action, distinguish themselves as the most acceptable restorative material. A vast number of studies have established that conventional and resin-modified GICs have the ability for slow and sustainable release of fluorides over long time periods. Because fluorine exhibits antimicrobial effects, glass-ionomer cements could be easily recognized to have an additional very significant characteristic-an antimicrobial effect. In addition to the release of fluoride ions, and in order to improve the antimicrobial characteristics, GICs can potentially be used as templates for the release of other active antimicrobial components. The most used antimicrobial agent to be incorporated in glass-ionomer cements in different concentrations and different percentage ratios is chlorhexidine. Unfortunately, reference data on the incorporation of other antimicrobial components in GICs is very scarce. Although some antimicrobial agents have a confirmed effect in the reduction of the cariogenic salivary flora when used in rinses or toothpastes, the results regarding their incorporation in glass-ionomer cements are still scanty. The main aim of this presentation is the answer to the question, can we obtain antimicrobial GIC-s and improve their characteristics with other antimicrobial components than chlorhexidine or not.
Keynote Forum
Voltis Dakaj
Aldent University, Albania
Keynote: The precision of fit of zirconia all ceramic crowns
Time : 10:30-11:00
Biography:
Voltis Dakaj has completed his DMD at Aldent University and participated as a speaker at 22nd Albanian National Dental Conference. Currently, he is working at a dental office as a General Dentist.
Abstract:
Marginal fit is a very important factor considering the restoration’s long-term success. Adding porcelain to copings may cause distortion and lead to an inadequate fit of all ceramic crowns. The aim of this study was to measure the marginal and internal fit on zirconia all ceramic copings and crowns. Two teeth extracted for periodontal reasons were prepared for zirconia all ceramic crowns. Zirconium copings were made with CAD/CAM zirkonzahn system. On those copings, we applied ceramic layers. Measurements were performed with replica technique threw optic microscope. For each copings or crowns, the specimen was measured at 32 points. All data were statistically analyzed with student t test. The mean marginal gap was 89.7 μm for central zirconia coping and 67.22 μm for the premolar zirconia coping; Internal gap for central zirconia coping was 88.31 μm and 61.9 μm for the premolar zirconia coping. The mean marginal gap after applying ceramic layers was 89.96 μm for central all ceramic crown and 66.9 μm for the premolar all ceramic crown; Internal gap for central all ceramic crown was 88.3 μm and 61.83 μm for premolar all ceramic crown. The zirconia all ceramic zirkonzahn copings and crowns meet the clinical acceptable criteria. There is no significant difference between marginal and internal fit on the zirconium zirkonzahn copings with zirkonzahn all ceramic crowns.
- Oral Cancer|Oral Appliance Therapy|Orofacial Myology|Therapy and Treatment|Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Location: Forum 11
Chair
Aleksandar Dimkov
Saints Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
Co-Chair
Johann Lechner
Clinic for Integrative Dentistry
Session Introduction
Johann Lechner
Clinic for Integrative Dentistry, Germany
Title: Inflammatory pathways in jawbone by hyperactivated RANTES/CCL5 as a general health threat
Time : 15:25-15:50
Biography:
Johann Lechner is the Head of Clinic for Integrative Dentistry, Munich since 1980. He was trained at Dental University Munich, Germany. He is a Member of the Executive Board of DAH (German Association for Research on Disturbance Fields and Regulation) and of GZM (International Society for Holistic Dentistry). He has published seven papers in indexed journals which are used by thousands of dental and medical professionals worldwide and nine books in German language on Holistic Dentistry and Integrative Medicine.
Abstract:
We examined 128 samples of fatty degenerative and osteolytic jawbone (FDOJ) for 7 cytokines by multiplex analysis. All samples showed RANTES/CCL5 (R/C) as the only extremely overexpressed cytokine with a mean 30 fold overexpression compared to healthy controls. As R/C is discussed in literature as a possible contribution to inflammatory diseases and might have oncogenic effects, we hypothesize that FDOJ in areas of improper and incomplete wound healing in jawbone might act as hyperactivated signaling pathways. Surgical clearing of FDOJ might diminish R/C signaling pathways and contribute to resolving chronic immunological diseases. The connection to clinical praxis is to promote R/C free wound healing in jawbone after dental surgery and to prevent the wound going from acute infection back to silent inflammation“ and R/C overexpression.
Maitha Alkhayat
Dubai Health Authority, UAE
Title: Caries prevalence in 3-5 year old children in private schools in Dubai
Time : 15:50-16:15
Biography:
Maitha AlKhayat completed her DDS at Ajman University of Science and Technology in 2005 and Master’s Degree in Pediatric Dentistry at European University College in Dubai, in 2015. She is currently practicing as Pediatric Dental Specialist Registrar at Dubai Health Authority, Dubai. Her area of research interest is clinical research and current health awareness and knowledge among the population.
Abstract:
Dental caries is a multi-factorial infectious disease which will affect mainly in the children and adults at any age. Progress of dental caries is faster in the primary dentition which results in thinner of dental structures mainly in both enamel and dentine, along with the differences in mineralization of the primary teeth. Until now, there is little or no data on caries prevalence in age group of 3 and 4 years of children in Dubai and the last data available for 5 year old children was dated more than a decade ago. Many countries have showed a decline in the DMFT values over the years.
Hiba El Khatib
University of Sharjah, UAE
Title: Work-related musculoskeletal pain among different dental specialists in United Arab Emirates
Time : 16:15-16:40
Biography:
Hiba Ibrahim El Khatib was studying Dental Medicine in the University of Sharjah, United arab emirates. She is currently student rainee in the department of Dental Medicine in the University of Sharjah. Her area of research interest is clinical research and current health awareness and knowledge among the population.
Abstract:
Background: It is well known that occupational health hazards are commonly found in almost every profession despite all the advances in the medical field. For this reason, occupational health and productivity of the employed population must be continuously studied, and preventive measures should be taken.
Objectives: The aim of this study is to find the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among different dental specialists in the UAE and to correlate the region of pain with the type of clinical work done by the specialists.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted randomly in dental clinics among different UAE emirates. Two hundred dentists were interviewed and questioned on the number of their years of experience, working hours, presence of pain, region and duration of pain, regular exercising, body mass index (BMI), maintaining an ergonomic position during work, using dental loupes, special chairs, or ergonomic equipment, and the presence of musculoskeletal disorders.
Results: The majority of the dentists who participated in this study were specialists (56%). However, when compared to the number of dentists practicing each individual specialty, the number of interviewed GPs was greater (44%). The interviewed participants had an average of 16 years of clinical experience in their field of practice, and 63% of them were males, while 37% were females. With regards to the musculoskeletal pain, the results of the present investigation have shown that 86.4% of the interviewed dentists have experienced work-related musculoskeletal pain within the past year. From those who experienced pain, 76.9% experienced pain in the neck region, showing that the neck is the region with the highest prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal pain experienced. When relating work-related musculoskeletal pain to exercise, it was found that 51% of the interviewed participants exercise on a regular basis. However, 87% of those who exercise still suffer from work-related musculoskeletal pain. Similarly, 90% of the dentists who do not exercise on a regular basis experience work-related musculoskeletal pain.
Conclusion: In the light of the present findings, we can conclude that maintaining a proper ergonomic position while working is essential to prevent work-related musculoskeletal pain in general and pain characteristic of each specialty.
Lakshmi Harish
Oman Dental College, Oman
Title: Enhancing interdisciplinary communication
Time : 16:40-17:05
Biography:
Lakshmi Harish is a BDS student at Oman Dental College. She is the Ambassador of Oman to Gulf Dental Students’ and Young Doctors’ Association (GDSA). She has presented papers in two international conferences in 2016. She is also the recipient of the Dean’s award for her outstanding achievements in academics.
Abstract:
Dentists can play key roles in identifying, diagnosing and suggesting treatment plans for several serious diseases. Results of interviews with dentists, final year BDS students and two patients on treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus indicated that many dental practitioners and students are unaware of the critical oral manifestations of some of the life threatening illnesses. This study aims to raise awareness among practicing dentists, dental surgeons, hygienists and students about the symptoms of diseases, such as severe alveolar bone loss, mouth ulcers, burning sensation of oral mucosa, lingual varicosity, dry mouth, oral lichen planus, atrophic glossitis, squamous cell carcinoma and many more. The poster will show that timely identification will not only help early diagnosis, but also lead to prompt treatment.