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J Bánóczy

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PubMed2005

Effect of after-meal sucrose-free gum-chewing on clinical caries.

Previous in situ and in vitro studies have demonstrated that the chewing of sucrose-free gum after eating reduces the development of dental caries. To investigate the extrapolation of these findings to the clinical setting, we conducted a two-year study on 547 schoolchildren in Budapest, Hungary. Subjects in the "Gum" group were instructed to chew one stick of a commercially available sorbitol-sweetened chewing gum for 20 minutes after meals, three times daily. The "Control" group was not provided with chewing gum. After two years, the "Gum" group exhibited a 38.7% reduction in incremental caries, excluding white spots, compared with the "Control" group. Including white spots, a corresponding 33.1% reduction was indicated. These results clearly suggest that even in a moderate caries population practicing normal oral hygiene, including the use of fluoride dentifrices, an after-meal gum-chewing regimen can significantly reduce the rate of caries development.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2004

Smoking and disease.

Tobacco represents the single most preventable cause of disease and death in the world today. The countries of Central Europe bear a disproportionate burden of tobacco-related morbidity and mortality. For example, some of the highest rates worldwide of cigarette consumption and smoking prevalence are in the Czech Republic, Hungary and Romania. This chapter first describes the extent of tobacco use in five central European countries, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia and then considers mortality from tobacco related disease. Data from two diseases, lung cancer and oral cancer, which result almost exclusively from tobacco use are considered. Finally, the relationship between tobacco use and oral disease is discussed.

Disease↗
PubMed2004

Effect of amine fluoride/stannous fluoride toothpaste and mouthrinse on dental plaque accumulation and gingival health.

OBJECTIVE: The aim was to investigate the influence of amine fluoride (AmF)/stannous fluoride (SnF2) containing toothpaste and mouthrinse on plaque accumulation and gingival health of young adults after 4 weeks use. SUBJECT AND METHODS: Forty-two young adults (mean age: 28.33 +/- 7.19 years) were examined for the Plaque Index (PI; Silness and Löe, 1964) and Gingival Index (GI; Löe and Silness, 1963) scores, and divided randomly into two groups. Both groups used AmF/SnF2 containing toothpaste twice a day for 3 min toothbrushing, and one group after toothbrushing rinsed with AmF/SnF2 containing mouthrinse for 30 s. After 4 weeks the probands were re-examined. RESULTS: Statistically significant decrease in dental plaque (PI) and gingival (GI) index values were found at the end of the study. The reduction of PI and GI values was significant in all groups but it was higher in the combined (toothpaste + mouthrinsing) group, than using toothpaste only. CONCLUSION: The regular combined use of AmF/SnF2 toothpaste and mouthrinse was more effective in the reduction of plaque accumulation and maintenance of gingival health than the toothpaste alone.

Adult↗
PubMed2003

Prevalence of tongue lesions in Hungarian children.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of tongue lesions in Hungarian children in relation to age, sex, systemic diseases and allergies. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A total of 1017 preschool and school children aged 1-14 years were examined. The age, sex and tongue lesions diagnosed were recorded together with any history of systemic diseases and allergies. RESULTS: Tongue lesions were found in 35.11% of all the children examined. Fissured tongue was the most frequent lesion (29.2%), apparently associated with age and sex. It occurred more commonly in boys, and in older children, than in girls and younger children. Geographic tongue was found in 5.7%, occurred more often in boys, and a relationship existed between fissured and geographic tongue. Among the children with geographic tongue 44.82% also had fissured tongue. These findings agree in general with the epidemiological data reported on population samples elsewhere in the world. Crenated tongue occurred in 0.68%, central papillary atrophy in 0.78%, and partial ankyloglossia in 0.88% of the children examined: confirming the rarity of these lesions. Although there was no obvious correlation with systemic diseases, geographic tongue appeared to be coincident with a history of allergic diathesis in some cases. CONCLUSION: In some cases early recognition of tongue lesions may provide useful diagnostic markers for some diseases.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2002

Effect of fluoride on cariogenic oral microorganisms (an in vitro study).

The effect of sodium fluoride and sodium monofluorophosphate at concentrations of 1, 5, 10, 50, 100 and 1000 mg/l in phosphate buffer (pH 6.5) as well as in UHT milk were studied on cultures and suspensions of Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacillus acidophilus and Candida albicans. Using serial tenfold dilutions up to 10(-7) of 24-48 hour cultures, a subsequent 0, 60 and 120 min incubation caused no decrease in the number of CFUs. Growth kinetic studies in the Bioscreen biophotometer (Labsystem, Finland) revealed that sodium fluoride in different concentrations (from 0.875 mg/l up to 500 mg/l) influenced the growth dynamics of S. mutans and C. albicans: the exponential phase flattened out at the highest fluoride concentrations (500 mg/l) present in the growth media. The lag phase of C. albicans became longer. The results of these experiments indicate that sodium fluoride administered at higher concentrations than the usual caries preventive dosage made the generation time of cariogenic oral bacteria and fungi longer, slowing down their multiplication.

Animals↗
PubMed2001

Effect of after-meal sucrose-free gum-chewing on clinical caries.

Previous in situ and in vitro studies have demonstrated that the chewing of sucrose-free gum after eating reduces the development of dental caries. To investigate the extrapolation of these findings to the clinical setting, we conducted a two-year study on 547 schoolchildren in Budapest, Hungary. Subjects in the "Gum" group were instructed to chew one stick of a commercially available sorbitol-sweetened chewing gum for 20 minutes after meals, three times daily. The "Control" group was not provided with chewing gum. After two years, the "Gum" group exhibited a 38.7% reduction in incremental caries, excluding white spots, compared with the "Control" group. Including white spots, a corresponding 33.1% reduction was indicated. These results clearly suggest that even in a moderate caries population practicing normal oral hygiene, including the use of fluoride dentifrices, an after-meal gum-chewing regimen can significantly reduce the rate of caries development.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2001

[Stomato-oncological screening examinations: possibilities for early diagnosis]

The dramatic increase in the mortality of lip- and oral cancers in Hungary in the last decades points to the importance of primary and secondary prevention. Stomato-oncological screening examinations belong to the latter category, and might represent useful tools in the early diagnosis and treatment of oral carcinomas and precancerous lesions. The aim of the paper is to review the methods, results and effectivity of stomato-oncological screening examinations in Hungary. Between 1962 and 2000 nine screening examinations were performed: one on a population sample, one in an industrial setting, four connected to X-ray lung-screening examinations (one with the help of a mobile unit), one on voluntary persons, one on high risk people (homeless), one in general medical practice. Among these, in the last five years, in the course of the stomato-oncological examination of 17325 individuals, oral carcinoma has been found in 0.12%, and oral precanceroses in 2.63%. Although the general dentist is obliged by law to perform a stomato-oncological examination on the patients appearing in the practice, unfortunately, about 50-to-90% of the population does not visit a dentist regularly. The regular examination of these - high risk - groups by the help of the above methods, including the help of general medical practitioners is highly recommended.

Journal Article↗
PubMed2001

Risk group assessment of oral precancer attached to X-ray lung-screening examinations.

The mortality rate of oral tumours in Hungary, as in some other countries, is increasing. In order to assess risk groups for oral cancer and precancer, oral examinations were carried out as part of the X-ray screenings for lung cancer in the 3rd district of Budapest, Hungary. There were 5,034 adults who participated voluntarily in these investigations. After completing a questionnaire with 23 questions, a short oral examination was performed. Males comprised 57.7% of the group, and the age-distribution among men and women was similar. Oral precancerous lesions were found in 3.7% of the whole group, in 3.3% of those with leukoplakia, and in 0.4% of those with oral lichen planus. The prevalence of leukoplakia in men was 5.8%, and in women 1.5%, with significantly higher prevalences in men and women over 40. Among the examined persons there were 31% who were smokers, and 6% reported that they were regular consumers of alcohol. Fifty-four percent of those examined reported that they did not visit the dentist regularly. Oral complaints came mostly from those with lichen planus. The described model, where the oral screening examinations are done in conjunction with other examinations, in a so-called multiphasic screening system, seems to be a worthwhile approach for early diagnosis of oral cancer and precancer.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2001

[Comparative epidemiologic examination of caries in adolescents].

The aim of the study was to assess the caries prevalence and oral hygiene in groups of adolescents living in two Hungarian towns and to establish correlations with socio-economical factors. Examinations of caries and oral hygiene were performed in 586 14-16-year-old children. The percentage of caries free children was 5.1%, the DMFT and DMFS values were 6.97 +/- 4.67 and 9.95 +/- 7.94 respectively. The VPI index was 41.6 +/- 32.7% (mean +/- S.D.), and showed positive correlation with the caries prevalence. The DMFT and DMFS values, as well as VPI decreased as the educational level of the father had increased. The number of siblings had a worsening effect on DMFT, DMFS and VPI values.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2001

[Perspectives of dentistry in the 21st century].

The topics reviewed are based on those published in a recent USA journal, including the following: demographic trends of oral diseases, changes in the trends of oral diseases, minimally invasive dentistry, the development of bond-systems, endodontics in the 21st century, trends in surgical and non-surgical periodontal treatments, esthetic ceramics in the 21st century, total dentures: present trends. The author is attaching comments to each of the topics on the present situation in Hungary, hoping to challenge a debate in the following numbers of Fogorvosi Szemle.

Dental Bonding↗
PubMed2001

Tobacco use and oral leukoplakia.

The increase in cancer mortality throughout the world justifies the study of its causes and development. Hungary has the highest mortality rate from oropharyngeal cancer out of forty-six countries. Tobacco use is implicated in the development of oral cancer, and oral leukoplakia as well. The aim of the study was to give an overview of the connection between tobacco use and oral leukoplakia, considering the epidemiologic patterns of tobacco habits, the prevalence of smoking in oral leukoplakia, and the effect of smoking on clinically healthy oral mucosa with special respect to central Europe and Hungary. In the data, strong evidence has been found for the role of smoking in the development of both oral cancer and oral leukoplakia. Epidemiologic patterns of cigarette smoking show a steep increase in central European countries. Cross-sectional studies show a higher prevalence rate of leukoplakia among smokers, with a dose-response relationship between tobacco use and oral leukoplakia, and intervention studies show a regression of the lesion after stopping the smoking habit.

Cell Transformation, Neoplastic↗
PubMed2001

[Effect of smoking on the development of oral leukoplakia].

The increase in cancer mortality throughout the world justifies the study of its causes and development. Oropharyngeal cancer is ranked on the sixth place, Hungary with the highest mortality among 46 countries. Tobacco use is implicated in the development of oral cancer, and oral leukoplakia as well. The aim of the study was to give an overview on the connection between tobacco use and oral leukoplakia. Summarizing the literary data strong evidence has been found on the role of smoking in the development both of oral cancer and oral leukoplakia. Epidemiologic patterns of cigarette-smoking show a steep increase in Central-European countries, especially in Hungary. Cross-sectional studies indicate higher prevalence rate of leukoplakia among smokers, with a dose-response relationship between tobacco use and oral leukoplakia, while intervention studies show a regression of the lesion after stopping the smoking habit.

Europe↗
PubMed2000

[The state of dentistry education in Europe].

In order to find out what branches of Dentistry are recognized in Europe as Dental specialties a questionnaire was designed and sent to various Associations and groups across Europe. It contained eight main questions covering the various specialties that were recognised or were to be recognised. Responses were obtained from 28 countries, 15 EU member states and 13 non member states. The results from the questionnaire indicated that there was a broad agreement on many of the questions but a considerable variety of opinions. There seems to be a desire to harmonize standards across Europe for the benefit of the profession and the public.

Education, Dental↗
PubMed2000

[Comparative epidemiologic study of caries in German and Hungarian adolescents].

The aim of the study was to assess the trend of caries prevalence in German and Hungarian population sample. The authors examined 15-16-year-old Hungarian adolescents in Debrecen and Budapest in 1997 (451 persons), then re-examined them in 1999 (377 persons). These data were compared to those of 15-16 and 17-18-year-old adolescents examined in the Eastern part of Germany (Plauen) in 1991 (668 persons) and in 1995 (586 persons). The results showed significant caries reduction in Germany. The DMFT values of 17-18-year-old adolescents were nearly half in Germany (x = 5.2) compared to those of Hungary (x = 9.0). This fact suggests the necessity of introduction of effective preventive programs including salt fluoridation in Hungary.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1999

Specialisation in dentistry in Europe--a review.

In order to find out what branches of Dentistry are recognized across Europe as Dental specialties, a questionnaire was designed and sent to various Associations and groups across Europe. It contained 8 main questions covering the various specialties that were recognised or were to be recognised. Responses were obtained from 27 countries, 15 EU member states and 12 non member states. The results from the questionnaire indicated that there was a broad agreement on many of the questions, but a considerable variety of opinions. There seems to be a desire to harmonize standards across Europe for the benefit of the profession and the public.

Education, Dental↗
PubMed1999

Harmonization of dental education and curricula in Europe.

The need to harmonize undergraduate dental education and the recognition of dental degrees throughout the member countries of the European Union was recognised early on and was subject of EEC Directives in 1978. Growth of the EEC into the EU with the addition of more member nations has lead to continuing debate about the appropriate standards and measures for dental education. Attention has been given to defining both the 'input' measures of stipulating curricula and the 'output' measures of testing the competency of graduating dentists.

Accreditation↗
PubMed1999

[Study of the permeability of oral leukoplakia].

The significant increase in the mortality rates of oral carcinoma speeded up the research on the mechanisms of tumor promoting and inhibiting factors. Results of previous studies in the USA showed different permeability between keratinized (hard palate, gingive) and non-keratinized (floor of the mouth) regions of the oral mucosa, and a corresponding difference in lipid composition. Aim of this study was, to compare the permeability and lipid composition of leukoplakia of the oral mucosa with healthy specimens from the same region, in order to assess a possible enhancement or inhibition in the barrier-function, in cases of pathological keratinization. Results of the measurements showed, that hyperplastic leukoplakia areas were more permeable for the NNN carcinogens contained in tobacco, and even clinically healthy sites showed a higher permeability, that oral mucosa of non-smokers. These data together with the results of lipid analysis, point to the possible generalized changes--caused by smoking--in the oral cavity, even before the appearance of clinical signs.

Humans↗