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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2018-03-12) Ayala Prado, Judy Inés; Céspedes Porras, Jacqueline
The objective of this research was to determine the relationship between the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of mothers regarding oral health and the oral hygiene status of children aged 3 to 5 years from the I.E.P. Juan Espinosa Medrano, Lima - 2016. The study was analytical, observational, cross-sectional, and prospective; the sample consisted of 51 children, selected through probabilistic sampling. Hypothesis testing was conducted using Kendall’s tau-b and Chi-square tests, with p ≤ 0.05 and 95% confidence. The oral hygiene status of the children in the study was found to be 72.5% (37) at a regular level. The level of knowledge of the sample was acceptable at 72.5% (37). The attitude was favorable at 84.3% (43), while the practices were poor at 60.8% (31). A relationship was found between the level of mothers’ oral health practices and the children’s oral hygiene status [Kendall’s tau-b = 0.347 and p = 0.020]. No relationship was found between the mothers’ level of knowledge [Kendall’s tau-b = 0.084 and p = 0.300] and attitudes [X2 = 3.590 and p = 0.166] regarding oral health and the children’s oral hygiene status, thus accepting the null hypothesis. The study concluded that there is a relationship between the mothers’ oral health practices and the children’s oral hygiene status, accepting the research hypothesis.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2018-03-01) Calderón Pérez, Juliana Carmen; Vilchez Bellido, Dina
The objective of this research was to determine the effectiveness of three commercial mouthwashes in reducing halitosis levels in total edentulous patients at the Private University Norbert Wiener Dental Center, Lima 2017. The sample consisted of 75 total edentulous patients who visited the Private University Norbert Wiener Dental Center, where they underwent a halitosis test using a halitometer. This device classifies halitosis levels into 6 levels (from level 0 = no halitosis to level 5 = very strong halitosis). The data were recorded before using any mouthwash, 10 minutes after use, and 2 hours after use. Thus, the effectiveness of 3 mouthwashes in reducing halitosis levels was measured. The results showed that all three mouthwashes reduced halitosis levels, with the mouthwash containing zinc lactate as the main active ingredient achieving the greatest reduction in halitosis levels (1.67) after 10 minutes of use. This was followed by the mouthwash containing essential oils as the main active ingredient, which reduced halitosis levels by 1.36. Finally, the mouthwash containing cetylpyridinium chloride monohydrate as the main active ingredient also reduced halitosis levels by 1.21 after 10 minutes of use. The study concluded that all three mouthwashes were effective in reducing halitosis levels in total edentulous patients at the Private University Norbert Wiener Dental Center, Lima 2017.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2016-12-01) Gómez Alcalá, Verónica José; Fernández Velazco, Juan Carlos; León, Gina
The distance between the FA point (midpoint of the vestibular axis of the clinical crown) and the WALA Border (anatomic structure located at the mucogingival junction of the lower maxilla) is important for determining the position of the lower maxillary teeth in Element I. These distances, lines, and reference points were described by Lawrence Andrews, who introduced the six keys to optimal occlusion, which have become a standard for evaluating the quality of occlusion in individuals. The evaluation of the vestibular anatomy of these models helped develop the straight arch appliance, which is characterized by providing brackets with three-dimensional information to perform optimal orthodontic treatment in a simpler way, without needing too many bends in the wires. Following these contributions, the philosophy of the six elements of Orofacial Harmony emerged. This analysis is important for personalized diagnostic evaluation of each patient. It is different because these analyses were conducted on people with different morphological characteristics who present different facial patterns and biotypes.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017) Gómez Navarro, Yenti Elizabeth; Salcedo Rioja, Mercedes Rita
Dental caries is a pathological process resulting from the action of acids produced by bacteria. The most vulnerable population for developing caries is school-aged children, and they have become accustomed to living with it, despite increasing evidence that oral disease significantly impacts overall health and social well-being. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the relationship between the level of dental caries and the level of knowledge about oral health in schoolchildren aged 8 to 12 years in El Agustino, Lima-Peru, 2016. A sample of 205 schoolchildren aged 8 to 12 years was selected. They filled out a previously validated oral health questionnaire, which consisted of 10 questions on prevention, dental caries, diet, and hygiene, with alternative responses and a score from 0 to 20, each scored with 2 points. The children were then evaluated through an odontogram to determine the CPO-D index.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2018-03-26) Solano Medrano, Manuel Alejandro; Mezzich Gálvez, Jorge Luis
The objective of this research was to determine the frequency of soft tissue calcifications in digital panoramic radiographs of patients over 18 years old treated at the Imágenes Estomatológicas Radiological Diagnostic Center, Lima, Peru, in 2015-2016. The population consisted of 500 digital panoramic radiographs of patients over 18 years old who were treated between 2015 and 2016 and had a diagnosis of soft tissue calcification. An observational, retrospective, cross-sectional, and descriptive study was conducted. A formula was used to calculate the representative sample, which consisted of 64 digital panoramic radiographs. The following variables were collected: sex, age, radiographic findings, type, anatomical location, and anatomical quadrant. Data entry and statistical analysis were performed using SPSS version 21. The results showed that 100% of the patients over 18 years old presented soft tissue calcifications. Females were more frequent, representing 75% of cases, and bilateral findings were more common, with a frequency of 64.1%. The most frequent type of calcification was the stylohyoid ligament calcification, found in 62.5% of cases as a unique finding, 33.9% associated with another calcification, and 3.6% associated with two calcifications. The study concluded that soft tissue calcifications were frequent in patients over 18 years old.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017) Julca Sanchez, Huber Edwin; Vilchez Bellido, Dina
The objective of this study was to determine the oral hygiene habits and the level of oral hygiene in first-year students of the Dentistry program at Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, Lima 2016. This was an observational, prospective, cross-sectional, and descriptive study. The sample consisted of 60 students aged 19 to 24 years, selected through intentional sampling. An 8-question survey was used to assess oral hygiene habits, and the O'Leary index was employed to determine the level of oral hygiene. These instruments were validated through expert judgment. Regarding oral hygiene habits, the majority of students showed good hygiene habits. However, regarding the level of oral hygiene, 88.9% had poor hygiene, and only 11.1% had adequate oral hygiene. 100% of the students used a toothbrush, 77.8% used toothpaste, 38.9% used dental floss, 33.3% used mouthwash, and 11.1% used a toothpick in their daily oral care. Regarding brushing frequency, 50.0% brushed their teeth three times a day, 48.8% brushed in the morning, afternoon, and night, and 72.2% changed their toothbrush every three months. Oral hygiene habits and levels could improve with the oral health knowledge gained during the professional training of Dentistry students.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2015) Carrión Reyes, Fiorella Isamar; Malpartida Quispe, Federico Martin
The objective of this study was to determine the inhibitory effect of the essential oil of Schinus molle (Molle) compared to 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Colgate Plax® mouthwash in inhibiting bacterial growth of Streptococcus mutans in vitro. The study was experimental, cross-sectional, prospective, and analytical at an explanatory level, conducted in a microbiology laboratory. The population consisted of Streptococcus mutans strains (ATCC 25175), with a sample of 40 Petri dishes. The agar diffusion method was used with 6 mm diameter wells, where 100 µl of Schinus molle (Molle) essential oil at 25%, 50%, and 100%, 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Colgate Plax® mouthwash, and Tween 20 were poured. The results showed that the concentrations of 50% and 100% Schinus molle essential oil produced an average inhibition zone of 10.97 mm and 10.46 mm at 24 hours, and 11.06 mm and 10.59 mm at 48 hours, which were smaller than the inhibition zones formed by 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Colgate Plax® mouthwash at both times against the Streptococcus mutans (ATCC 25175) strain.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017-10-18) Cáceres Alfaro, Walter Junior; Arellano Sacramento, Cesar
The objective of this study was to determine the difference in anxiety levels before dental consultation between patients attending the specialties of dental operatory and oral surgery at the Angamos Specialized Dental Clinic in Peru. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted in the specialties of Dental Operatory and Oral Surgery, with 144 patients surveyed (72 in each specialty). A questionnaire was given to each patient in each specialty. The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) was used. Results: No significant difference was found between anxiety and specialty. In both specialties, the anxiety level was minimal. In the dental operatory specialty, 86.1% of the patients (62 of 72) had a minimal anxiety level. In the oral surgery specialty, 79.2% of the patients (57 of 72) had a minimal anxiety level. By sex, 22.2% of women (32 of 40) and 60.4% of men (87 of 104) had a minimal anxiety level. By age, 34% of those aged 18-38 (49 of 63), 41% of those aged 39-59 (59 of 67), and 7.6% of those aged 60 and older (11 of 14) had a minimal anxiety level. By operator's sex, 8.3% of patients treated by female operators (12 of 14) and 74.3% of patients treated by male operators (107 of 130) had a minimal anxiety level. Conclusions: It was concluded that there is no difference in anxiety levels before entering dental consultation, as in both specialties, the anxiety level is minimal; however, this difference is not significant.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017) López Segura, Yessenia Virginia; Galvez Ramirez, Carlos Michell
The objective of this research was to determine the characteristics of self-medication in dental care among users of a pharmacy in the Jesús María district, Lima – Peru, in 2017. During the process, an evaluation instrument was created. The sample consisted of 191 users who visited a pharmacy chain located in the Jesús María district, who were given a questionnaire on pharmacological prescriptions. The collected data were processed using SPSS version 22, and the Chi-square statistical test was applied. The results showed that 62.8% of the users practiced self-prescription, with 44.2% of male users and 55.8% of female users. The age group with the highest frequency of self-prescription was 18 to 44 years old, with 60%, followed by users aged 45 to 60 years at 24.2%, and lastly, those over 61 years of age with 15.8%. Furthermore, it was found that users with the highest rate of self-prescription had a secondary education level (42.5%). The most common reason for self-prescription was dental pain, at 68.3%, and the most frequently consumed drug group by self-prescribing users was NSAIDs. The study concluded that the main characteristic of pharmaceutical consumption for dental-related conditions among adults in the Jesús María district was self-prescription.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2013) Concepción Javier, Lucinda Emilia; Dalby Morla, Maria Paola Felicita
The research was conducted with the objective of defining the concentration of lead in deciduous dental enamel according to gender, age, and severity. Thirty-five microbiopsies were performed on the dental enamel of 35 children from the Quichas community; the sampling was non-probabilistic and convenient. 100% of the children had lead levels in their dental enamel. The results show lead concentrations ranging from 5.65 to 12.83 μg/g in children between 4 and 6 years of age. A significant relationship was demonstrated between lead concentration and age. It was concluded that the median concentrations are higher as age increases. Regarding the severity of lead concentration, it was found that 94.3% of the children had moderate concentrations (5 μg/g-10 μg/g) and 5.7% had severe concentrations (10 μg/g or higher). However, no statistically significant differences were found according to gender. It is recommended to further study the concentration of lead in dental enamel, analyze lead levels in blood and saliva, conduct studies on permanent teeth, and compare lead concentrations in deciduous and permanent teeth.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017) Quichca Mendoza, Juán Carlos; Aguirre Morales, Anita Kori
Throughout history, periodontal disease has been present, with multiple treatments using natural derivatives to address this condition. Therefore, the objective of this in vitro study was to determine the efficacy of Minthostachys mollis (muña) essential oil and 0.12% Chlorhexidine in inhibiting the growth of Porphyromonas gingivalis. The sample consisted of 40 Petri dishes inoculated with Porphyromonas gingivalis strains, and the agar diffusion method using paper discs was employed. The discs were impregnated with 20 µl of 50% and 100% Minthostachys mollis (muña) essential oil, 0.12% Chlorhexidine, and distilled water. The Petri dishes, inoculated and medicated, were incubated for 24 hours at 37°C and were removed only to measure the inhibition halos at 24 and 48 hours. The data were processed using analysis of variance (ANOVA). Conclusion: The essential oil of Minthostachys mollis (muña) at 50% and 100% were less effective than 0.12% Chlorhexidine in inhibiting the growth of Porphyromonas gingivalis at both 24 and 48 hours.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017-11-27) Ormeño Cabrera, Gladys Ashley; Nieto Perea, Patricia
This study evaluated the concordance of Steiner, Ricketts, and the Element II of Andrews' Philosophy cephalometric analyses for determining the antero-posterior relationship of the upper maxilla in patients from the orthodontics second specialty clinic of the Universidad Norbert Wiener during the 2014-II to 2015-I period. It is an observational, prospective, cross-sectional study with a descriptive research level and a community or ecological design for multiple comparisons. Thirty cephalometric tracings were performed, which were evaluated by a single examiner. Each tracing underwent two cephalometric studies, and Element II of Andrews' philosophy was evaluated to determine the antero-posterior position of the upper maxilla. Results: The Steiner cephalometric analysis showed that 53% of patients had maxillary protrusion. The Ricketts cephalometric analysis showed that 57% of patients were within normal limits, and Element II of Andrews' philosophy showed that 60% of patients had maxillary retrusion. Using the Kappa statistical test, the study concluded that there was no concordance between the Steiner and Ricketts analyses (0.01946) for determining the antero-posterior position of the upper maxilla; nor was there concordance between the Element II of Andrews and Steiner cephalometric analysis (0.0865), or between Element II of Andrews and Ricketts cephalometric analysis (0.0948).
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2015) Juscamaita Gutierrez, Elizabeth Stefany; Malpartida Quispe, Federico Martin
The objective of this study was to determine the inhibitory effect of the essential oil of Eucalyptus globulus compared to 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Colgate Plax® mouthwash on the bacterial inhibition of Streptococcus mutans. The study was experimental, cross-sectional, prospective, and analytical, with an explanatory level, conducted in a laboratory. The population consisted of Streptococcus mutans (ATCC 25175) strains, and the sample included 40 Petri dishes. The culture medium used was Blood Agar, and 6 mm diameter wells were made in each Petri dish using a sterile punch. The essential oil of Eucalyptus globulus at concentrations of 25%, 50%, and 100%, 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Colgate Plax® mouthwash, and Tween 20 were added to the wells. The results showed that the 25%, 50%, and 100% concentrations of Eucalyptus globulus essential oil produced inhibition halos with average diameters of 6.88 mm, 9.61 mm, and 12.65 mm at 24 hours, and 6.88 mm, 9.53 mm, and 11.90 mm at 48 hours, respectively, which were smaller than the inhibition halos produced by 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Colgate Plax® mouthwash at both 24 and 48 hours against the Streptococcus mutans (ATCC 25175) strain.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017) Ramos Huayta, Rosario Jazmín; Weilg Fernandez, Miguel Angel
The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of dental anomalies in number in patients attending the Orthodontics Service of the Police National of Peru Dental Clinic in Angamos, Lima, from 2010 to 2016. The study was descriptive and retrospective. The sample consisted of 154 conventional and digital panoramic radiographs, clinical records, and orthodontic files, with ages ranging from 6 to 25 years. A data collection form was designed specifically for the objectives of the study. The results were analyzed using descriptive statistics with frequency analysis. The study concluded that the prevalence of dental anomalies in number was 38 cases (24.7%), with hypodontia found in 32 patients (20.8%) and hyperdontia in 6 (3.9%). The upper jaw was the most affected (47.37%), followed by the lower jaw (13.16%) and both jaws (13.16%). The most affected teeth by agenesis were the lower third molars (34.5%), followed by the upper third molars (30.9%). Canines were also among the most affected teeth by agenesis. Regarding hyperdontia, 7 supernumerary teeth were found, with 3 in the parapremolar region, 2 in the molar region, and 2 in the premaxilla (mesiodens and lateral). No cases of distomolar were found. Finally, regarding sex, it was concluded that males were more affected by dental anomalies in number with 22 cases (28.2%) and were the only ones with hyperdontia. No statistically significant differences were found. It is recommended that general dentists include this valuable auxiliary examination as part of a protocol, as it plays an important role in diagnosis and treatment.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2015) Romero Cuica, Haydeé Concepción; Galvez Ramirez, Carlos Michell
The objective of this study was to determine if there is a relationship between the frequency of Cleft Lip and Palate (CLP) and the risk factors in neonates recorded at the "Carlos Lanfranco La Hoz" Hospital between 2005 and 2013, in the Puente Piedra district, Lima - Peru. Materials and Methods: The study was observational, descriptive, and retrospective. The research was conducted at the "Carlos Lanfranco La Hoz" Hospital and involved reviewing 41 medical records of neonates and their respective mothers registered between 2005 and 2013. The population consisted of all medical records of neonates with Cleft Lip and Palate and their respective mothers at the "Carlos Lanfranco La Hoz" Hospital from 2005 to 2013. The sample was obtained based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the study, with evaluations of the medical records of the neonates diagnosed with CLP (41 records) and their mothers, based on data from the Hospital's Statistics Unit during 2005-2013. Results: The frequency of Cleft Lip and Palate was highest in Grade III with 65.85%, followed by Grade II with 24.39%, and Grade I with 9.75%. The male sex was more affected, comprising 70.73%, while 29.27% were female. No statistically significant association was found between CLP and the sex of the newborn. For variables such as family history, age of the parents, diseases during the first trimester of pregnancy, and the consumption of drugs, alcohol, and cigarettes as risk factors for CLP, no significant statistical associations were found. Newborns with CLP were more frequently born to first-time mothers, but no statistically significant association was found. The nutritional status of the mothers was mostly inadequate at 80.49%, but no statistically significant association was found between CLP and maternal nutritional status.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2018-01-22) Angulo Conde, Valeria Araccely; Aldazabal Martínez, Celia
The objective of the research was to evaluate the study habits of fourth and ninth-cycle Dentistry students at Norbert Wiener University. The study was observational, descriptive, and cross-sectional. The sample consisted of 112 students from these academic cycles. Study habits were assessed using the Gilbert Wrenn Inventory. The relationship between variables was evaluated using the Chi-square test. The study found that 59.8% of students had a "low" (deficient) level of study habits. When analyzing study habits by dimension, it was observed that 55.4%, 51.8%, 42.0%, and 27.7% had negative scores for the categories "general work habits and attitudes," "techniques for reading and note-taking," "concentration," and "time and relationships," respectively. No significant relationship was found between study habits and sex or academic cycle (P: 0.531 and P: 0.267, respectively). The study concluded that the majority of students had a "low" (deficient) level of study habits, and no relationship was found between study habits and the student's sex or academic cycle.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2015) Trauco Villavicencio, Sandra Lizzeth; Galvez Ramirez, Carlos Michell
The objective of this study was to determine the efficacy of 0.12% Chlorhexidine and 0.1% and 0.2% Sodium Hypochlorite for controlling the most prevalent bacterial contamination on toothbrushes used by 7-year-old schoolchildren at the Parroquial Nuestra Señora de Montserrat Educational Institution. To this end, the toothbrushes used by the schoolchildren for a period of 47 days were collected in sterile urocultivation containers containing 5 ml of sterile TSB broth and incubated at 35°C for 18 hours. Then, 1 μl (0.001 ml) of the broth was streaked and diluted on MacConkey agar plates, which were incubated at 35°C for 18 hours. The reading was based on colonial characteristics, followed by microorganism identification. The antibacterial substances in Mueller Hinton plates were incubated for 24 hours at 35°C, after which the inhibition zones were measured with a Vernier caliper or ruler. The results showed that the most prevalent microorganisms on the toothbrushes used by the schoolchildren were Pseudomonas spp. (28.3%) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (6.5%) on non-contaminated plates, while on contaminated plates, Pseudomonas spp. accounted for 65% and Pseudomonas aeruginosa for 15%. The antibacterial efficacy identified that 0.12% Chlorhexidine had a greater inhibitory effect for controlling bacterial contamination found on the toothbrushes compared to 0.1% and 0.2% Sodium Hypochlorite. It was concluded that the most prevalent bacteria were more resistant to the inhibitory effect of 0.1% and 0.2% Sodium Hypochlorite.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017-07-17) Robles Rivera, Gissel Kathleen; Cupé Araujo, Ana Cecilia
Traditionally, the oral health status of a population is assessed through clinical indicators; however, it is important to evaluate the impact of this condition on the overall well-being of children. The objective of this study was to assess the impact of oral problems (dental caries and malocclusions) on oral health-related quality of life in children aged 8 to 10 years attending I.E. 32385 Virgen De Fátima in the Llata District, Huánuco, in 2016. The study was observational, prospective, cross-sectional, and analytical. The sample was convenience-based, consisting of 110 schoolchildren. The results showed that the majority of the children were 9 years old (49.1%). More than half of the children perceived that their oral health was “Very good or Good,” reflecting a positive perception. It was concluded that, according to the CPO, the average score was (10.34 ± 3.13), indicating a very high experience of dental caries, while the frequency of malocclusion types was 81.5% for Type I, 8.3% for Type II, and 10.2% for Type III. Additionally, more than half (55.5%) had a positive perception of their oral health, while about a third (74.5%) perceived that their oral health affected their quality of life. Final analyses showed that having 0 to 5 teeth with experience of dental caries significantly impacts the oral symptomatology dimension within the CPQ8-10. Furthermore, it was demonstrated that 8-year-old children have a significant risk of impact on oral symptomatology and social well-being, as well as on the overall component of oral health-related quality of life.
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2017) Córdova López, Ofelia; Arellano Sacramento, Cesar
The objective was to determine the fluoride concentration in ppm in children's toothpaste marketed in Lima, Peru, in 2017. The research was observational, descriptive, and cross-sectional. A non-random sample of 8 brands of pediatric toothpaste was collected from pharmacies and drugstores in Lima, with a total of 48 samples (6 from each brand) since 8 brands were available in the market. The Student's t-test and Wilcoxon test for a single sample were used for analysis. Results: The difference between the labeled fluoride concentration and what was found based on the median was: Colgate Smile® 6 years: 119.8 ppm, Oral B Pro Salud Stages®: 57.05 ppm. The difference between labeled fluoride concentration and what was found based on the average was: Colgate Smile 2-5 years®: -31.2 ppm, Farmadent Kids®: -36.27 ppm, Dentito®: -520.1 ppm, Aqua Fresh Little Teeth® (2-5 years): 41.68 ppm, Vitis Junior®: 141.85 ppm, Aqua Fresh Big Teeth® (6 years and older): 112.82 ppm; of those, only Aqua Fresh Little Teeth® (2-5 years) was not significant. Regarding the pH of the toothpastes, the values were: Colgate Smile® 6 years: 5.92, Colgate Smile® 2-5 years: 5.5, Oral B Pro Salud Stages®: 5.5, Farmadent Kids®: 6, Dentito®: 6, Aqua Fresh Little Teeth® (2-5 years): 5.5, Vitis Junior®: 5.5, Aqua Fresh Big Teeth® (6 years and older): 6. Conclusion: Three toothpastes had fluoride concentrations lower than labeled, and five toothpastes had higher concentrations than labeled (with one of them being not significant).
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(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2018-02-06) Vertiz Coral, Kary Fatima; Vilchez Bellido, Dina
The objective of this research project was to determine the attitudes and knowledge regarding childhood dental trauma in parents of children treated at the Dentistry Service of the María Auxiliadora Hospital, 2017. An observational, descriptive, cross-sectional, and prospective study was conducted. The sample consisted of 120 parents of children treated at the Dentistry Service of the María Auxiliadora Hospital in 2017. A questionnaire was applied to the parents to assess their attitudes and knowledge about childhood dental trauma. This instrument was previously validated by expert judgment (content validation). The survey also collected data on the parents' sex, age group, and level of education. The results showed that the predominant attitude towards childhood dental trauma was indecisive, and the predominant level of knowledge was regular, both in males (22.5%) and females (33.3%), with higher percentages in the 20-29 years and 30-39 years age groups, and higher percentages of secondary and technical higher education. The study concluded that due to the indecisive attitudes and regular knowledge levels regarding childhood dental trauma, it is necessary to inform and train the population to adopt appropriate behavior in response to this situation.

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