Meet Seung Jin “James” Jang: A National Dental PBRN Researcher
Meet a National Dental PBRN researcher who praises our membership’s positive impact on his dentistry and biomedical science career and studies.
Diagnostic Approaches to Oral Lesions: Insights from the National Dental PBRN
Discover how US general dental practitioners handle oral lesions suspicious for malignancy or premalignancy. Our latest blog post delves into a study by the National Dental PBRN, highlighting referral practices, biopsy procedures, and the importance of early detection. Learn more about the collaborative efforts in dental practice to improve patient outcomes.
Quick Poll Results: Practitioners are largely managing acute pain consistent with the new guidelines
The pain management strategies consistent with the ADA-endorsed Pain Management Guideline are largely being implemented by the dental practitioners. However, a third of practitioners are not aware of the new guideline, indicating a need for further dissemination and education.
Closing the Gap: High Acceptance Rates for Adult Anterior Open Bite Treatments
A recent study highlights that 78% of adult patients with anterior open bite accepted the most recommended treatment plans. Prior orthodontic treatment and insurance coverage significantly boosted acceptance rates, while concerns about invasiveness, risk, and cost were common reasons for declining treatment.
Beyond the Chair: Dentists’ role in mental health and smoking cessation
In the realm of healthcare, dentists play a pivotal role that extends beyond oral health. With their unique position, dentists have the opportunity to be on the frontline against both smoking and mental health issues. A recent blog post by Dr. Sandra Japuntich, PI of the Network’s FreSH study on smoking cessation, sheds light on the intertwined relationship between smoking, mental health, and the critical role of dental practitioners in addressing these issues.
Can pulpotomy be the future of tooth preservation? Networks dentists weigh in
Root canals might not be the only option for bad toothaches! New research suggests pulpotomy, a less invasive procedure, could be a contender. We surveyed dentists to see what they think.
Exploring dental sealant use: A Network survey on attitudes, practices, and barriers among dental practitioners
The use of dental sealants has been shown to be low, despite evidence that dental sealants are safe, effective, and inexpensive. We conducted a Quick Poll to explore dental providers’ attitudes about dental sealant use to understand the barriers to sealant use in dental practices.
Network studies have very high recruitment and retention of participants
Read about the newest Network publication on effective recruitment and retention strategies in clinical research, revealing high retention rates and key influencing factors in National Dental Practice-Based Research Network studies.
2024 Meeting of South Central Practitioners
In April 2024, the National Dental PBRN held a meeting for practitioners from the South Central Region to come together, learn, and network. Read more about the meeting and presentations here.
Mental Health Screening in Dental Practices: A Feasible Approach
Mental health issues are prevalent but often remain untreated. As researchers in healthcare, we have a strong interest in mental health and improving access to care. This pilot study conducted by UA researchers investigated the feasibility of integrating mental health screening and referral to treatment into the dental health workflow.
