http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/2136 Search the Channel search http://repository.ksu.edu.sa/jspui/simple-search http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/7480 Title: Cutaneous facial sinus tract of dental origin: a clinical case report<br/><br/>Authors: Assery, Mansour; Shamranit, Saleh Al<br/><br/>Abstract: A cutaneous sinus tract of dental origin isrelatively uncommon and may be misdiagnosedeasily. As specific dental symptoms are usuallyabsent in such cases, patients typically first visit aphysician for evaluation and treatment. Thesesinus tracts are most commonly found on the chinor in the submandibular area. However, all chronicdraining sinus tracts of the face or neck shouldsignal the need for thorough dental evaluation.1A review of the literature reveals that thesepatients sometimes undergo multiple surgicalexcisions and biopsies before it is recognized that the origin of the sinus tract is the extension of pulp disease into the periradicular area. Systemic antibiotic therapy may be tried, but at best, this will only result in temporary cessation or diminution of the drainage, which will return after conclusion of the antibiotic therapy because the cause persists. Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/8199 Title: Oral stereognosis in predicting denture success<br/><br/>Authors: Al-Rifaiy, Mohammed Q.; Sherfuddin, Haneef; Abdullah, Mohammed Aleem<br/><br/>Abstract: Oral stereognosis has been reported to play an important role in predicting the success of complete dentures. In this study, the oral stereognostic ability of 30 edentulous subjects was evaluated and the mean score was 8.533 (± 3.115). The same subjects were provided with complete dentures. A questionnaire was completed by the subjects to aid in the subjective evaluation of denture performance with respect to retention and stability, mastication and speech. Based on the subjective denture performance, they were grouped into 3 categories: good, fair and poor. The study indicated a significant relationship between the mean stereognostic score and subjective performance in relation to retention and stability (P = 0.0077), mastication (P = 0.0007) and speech (P = 0.0001). Mon, 01 Jan 1996 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/7898 Title: Level of periodontal health knowledge among High School students in the East of Saudi Arabia<br/><br/>Authors: Assery, Mansour; Awartani, Fatin Arab<br/><br/>Abstract: The level of periodontal knowledge of 581 high school students (aged 15 - 18y) in the Dhahran area in Saudi Arabia were assessed. A 13-item questionnaire was distributed among male and female students in both government and private schools. Students were asked to complete all items under supervision in the classroom. Chi square was used to test the association between the responses to correct answers and type of school, sex and level of education. Results showed that 62.7% respondents can define plaque as the cause of periodontal disease. Correct information concerning the signs, causes, prevention and treatment of periodontal disease varied widely. Older students were more knowledgeable about causes and signs of periodontal disease than younger students. A higher level of knowledge was found among students in governmental schools than in private schools. It can be concluded from this study that an average level of knowledge regarding periodontal disease was found in this target group and consequently, the role of dental professionals and public health workers should be concentrated on more dental school programs to educate this target group. Thu, 01 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/7897 Title: Overjet and periodontal health : a comparative study between senior and junior dental students<br/><br/>Authors: Hashim, Hayder Abdullah; Al-Kawari, Huda<br/><br/>Abstract: The relationship between overjet and periodontal health was studied in 80 male dental students, 40 seniors and 40 juniors with age range from 19 to 24 years. The periodontal status was assessed by the Plaque Index, Gingival Index and probing pocket depth. A comparison of the periodontal health between the senior and the junior students was made. Chi-square test and one way analysis of variance were used for data analysis.The results indicated that there was a relationship between overjet and periodontal health as assessed by Plaque Index (in the upper and lower jaw for the senior students) and by Gingival Index (in the lower jaw for the junior students). However, no significant difference was found for pocket depth in both jaws and for the Gingival index in the upper jaw, for both senior and junior students. Thu, 01 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT