Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice RSS feed: Current Issue. The Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice presents timely original articles, as well as reviews of articles on the results and outcomes of clinical procedures and treatment. The Journal advocates the use or rejection of a procedure based on solid, clinical evidence found in literature. The Journal's dynamic operating principles are explicitness in process and objectives, publication of the highest-quality reviews and original articles, and an emphasis on objectivity.http://www.jebdp.com/?rss=yesElsevier Inc.en © 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice1532-338294December 2009 © 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. healthpermissions@elsevier.comhttp://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001602/abstract?rss=yesThe Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice (JEBDP) is among the first dental journals in the United States and the first dental journal published by Elsevier to give continuing education credit to its reviewers. Peer reviewing is a newer form of continuing medical education (CME). JEBDP follows several medical journals awarding CME to reviewers, including the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), Academic Emergency Medicine, Annals of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, and others. The straightforward rationale for this program is that by conducting a thorough analysis and review of a primary journal article or submitted manuscript, the reviewer engages in a clear and powerful learning activity. In all cases, JEBDP reviewers must access the associated literature as well as apply the highest levels of critical thinking to their analysis and review. The learning outcome is unambiguous: reviewers will increase their knowledge as a result of their time and effort.JEBDP Requirements, Standards, and Procedures for Awarding Dental Continuing Education Credit for Analysis and Review of Manuscripts and Original ArticlesMichael G. Newman, Bruce F. Dye, William Yancey10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.09.001Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Feature Articles161163http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS153233820900089X/abstract?rss=yesThis is the second of 2 articles that focus on strategies to integrate an evidence-based decision-making (EBDM) approach into your practice. The previous article provided an overview of EBDM concepts and identified strategies for finding evidence to answer clinical questions, the first 2 steps in the evidence-based process. The next steps are to determine the credibility and usefulness of the evidence and to apply the evidence to patient care. The purpose of this article is to discuss those steps by reviewing the critical appraisal criteria used to assess the methodological quality of a study. A case scenario will be used to demonstrate how appraising the evidence helps to answer questions and how to translate the evidence into everyday practice. Characteristics of an evidence-based practice and educational tips are provided along with a glossary of terms related to appraising the literature. Together, the two articles can serve as a primer for integrating EDBM into your practice.Generally, the most frequently asked clinical questions are related to the effectiveness of a certain technique, medication, diagnostic test, treatment, material, or product. The type of scientific evidence may include systematic reviews and critically appraised topics; clinical practice guidelines and protocols; article reviews; pharmaceutical and drug interaction information; and individual studies addressing questions about therapy, prevention, diagnosis, prognosis, and harm/etiology. Once the most current evidence has been found, the next step in the EBDM process is to understand what you have and its relevance to your patient.Translating Evidence-Based Decision Making into Practice: Appraising and Applying the EvidenceSyrene A. Miller, Jane L. Forrest10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.001Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Feature Articles164182http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001201/abstract?rss=yesObjective: This study aimed to determine the knowledge and application of current expert recommendations on antibiotic prophylaxis (AP) to prevent infective endocarditis (IE) both in the United Kingdom and Iran.Methods: The study used a 3-part postal questionnaire survey of dentists in the United Kingdom (n = 467) and Iran (n = 200) covering demographic data, antimicrobial prophylaxis prescribing habits for adults treated under local analgesia, and sources of information about recommended schedules and changes in dentists' prophylaxis regimens.Results: Most UK dentists (87%) reported following the British National Formulary guidelines (BNF) on AP. Seventy-five percent of Iranian dentists follow the guidelines of the American Heart Association (AHA). A significant proportion of practitioners prescribed the correct antibiotic regimens for patients who are nonallergic or allergic to penicillin in the United Kingdom, but in Iran the knowledge of and compliance with the available guidelines regarding antibiotic regimens was poor. Although dentists were familiar with the dental procedures that could place their patients at risk, and more than 80% prescribed prophylaxis for patients with “prosthetic heart valves” and “previous bacterial endocarditis,” they also considered AP for patients with medical conditions not known to be at risk. For the UK dentists, the most common source of information on AP is medical and dental journals, whereas for Iranian dentists, academic meetings, colleagues, and textbooks were cited as sources of information on AP. Furthermore, 80% of participants in both countries would like to attend further courses about this topic.Conclusion: Generally, dentists in the United Kingdom were more familiar with the current expert recommendations on AP than dentists in Iran; however, dentists in both countries tended to overprescribe. This could contribute to the problem of antimicrobial resistance. Educational initiatives aimed at implementing updated recommendations and continuous assessment of dental practice might reverse this trend.Implementation of Clinical Practice Guidelines in Dental SettingsShimae Soheilipour, Stephen Michael Dunne, Jonathon Timothy Newton, Seyed Ebrahim Jabbarifar10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.07.001Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Feature Articles183193http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001183/abstract?rss=yesThis article focuses on dental practice-based research networks (PBRNs) as one of the solutions to the oftentimes slow and inefficient process of translating research evidence into clinical practice. This article identifies two major issues that are faced when setting up a dental practice-based research network. Using a dental practice-based research network that the author is involved with as an example, this article then discusses what is involved in undertaking a research project in your office. Also discussed are the types of projects being done in this new setting and how this author believes these studies will be one of the bridges toward developing evidenced based dentistry in private practice.Promoting Evidenced-based Dentistry through “The Dental Practice-Based Research Network”Paul Benjamin, DPBRN Collaborative Group10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.06.014Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Feature Articles194196http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000888/abstract?rss=yesThere is some literature on how to find the best evidence for clinical practice but little is known about which evidence clinicians actually seek when they look for scientific support in changing behavior. The aim of this study was to explore which evidence has an impact on dentists' willingness to change their behavior by investigating the requirements for seeking and understanding new knowledge, as well as perceived barriers or motives for doing this.A postal questionnaire was analyzed according to demographic information, access to and use of a personal computer, postgraduate education activity, knowledge about evidence-based medicine and scientific terms, and seeking and grasping new and actual knowledge from 177 dentists. Fifteen of these dentists formed 3 focus groups that were interviewed about the areas in the questionnaire. First-order information, that was required in a short time, was sought by the nearest colleagues. Literature and Internet-based technology were second-order information, mainly sought by younger dentists. The people that were interviewed claimed that the real point of issue was to find new knowledge that could be transferred into practice. Many studies pointing to sometimes diverging results only seem to create confused professionals. To include some qualitative aspects in evidence-based reports could be a way of improving understanding and changing behavior in a favorable direction and perhaps also increase interest for new knowledge.Which Evidence has an Impact on Dentists' Willingness to Change Their Behavior?Inger Wårdh, Susanna Axelsson, Åke Tegelberg10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.002Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Feature Articles197205http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000372/abstract?rss=yesIt is important and timely to facilitate evidence-based decision making that results in better patient outcomes, enhanced research planning, better products, and improved policy development. This article discusses the current status of evidence-based dentistry. It describes the central role of systematic reviews in the process of clinical decision making in evidence-based dental practice. Particular emphasis is given to the correspondence of the 4 fundamental steps of the logic model—inputs, activities, outputs, and impact—to the process of actualizing and evaluating clinical decision making and policies in evidence-based dentistry.The Logic Model for Evidence-Based Clinical Decision Making in Dental PracticeFrancesco Chiappelli, Olivia S. Cajulis10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.03.005Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Feature Articles206210http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001079/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Paracetamol for pain relief after surgical removal of lower wisdom teeth.Weil K, Hooper L, Afzal Z, Esposito M, Worthington HV, van Wijk A, et al.Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2007;(3):CD004487. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD004487. pub2.Reviewer: Robert Weyant, DMD, DrPHPurpose/Question: This study's aim was to assess the benefits and harmful effects of Paracetamol (acetaminophen) for treatment of post-operative pain associated with extraction of lower third molars when compared to placebo.Source of Funding: Internal funding from the University of Manchester (UK) and the University of Amsterdam (Netherlands). No external sources of funding supplied.Type of Study/Design: Systematic review with meta-analysis.Level of Evidence: Level 1: Good-quality, patient-oriented evidence.Strength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidence.Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) is Safe and Effective for Treatment of Postoperative Third Molar Extraction PainRobert Weyant10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.06.001Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Reviews of Systematic Reviews211212http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000359/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Music for pain and anxiety in children undergoing medical procedures: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.Klassen JA, Liang Y, Tjosvold L, Klassen TP, Hartling L.Ambulatory Pediatrics 2008;8(2):117-28.Reviewer: Tanja Bekhuis, PhD, MS, MLISPurpose/Question: To evaluate the effectiveness of music therapy for reducing pain and anxiety in children undergoing clinical procedures.Source of Funding: NLM/NIDCR Pittsburgh Biomedical Informatics Training Program 5 T15 LM/DE07059-22Type of Study/Design: Systematic ReviewLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceMusic Therapy May Reduce Pain and Anxiety in Children Undergoing Medical and Dental ProceduresTanja Bekhuis10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.03.002Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Reviews of Systematic Reviews213214http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001067/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Effectiveness of lingual retainers bonded to the canines in preventing mandibular incisor relapse.Renkema AM, Al-Assad S, et al.Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2008;134(2):179e1-8.Reviewer: Katherine Vig, BDS, MS, FDS, DorthPurpose/Question: Will a bonded retainer to the mandibular canines prevent relapse of orthodontically aligned lower incisors?Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: Retrospective consecutive case seriesLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableFixed Lingual Retainers Prevent Relapse of Lower Incisor AlignmentKatherine Vig10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.06.002Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis215216http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001043/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Nikolsky's sign on the gingival mucosa: a clinical tool for oral health practitioners.Mignogna MD, Fortuna G, Leuci S, Ruoppo E, Marasca F, Matarasso S.J Periodontol 2008;79(12):2241-6.Reviewer: Michael D. Martin, DMD, MSD, MPH, MA, PhDPurpose/Question: What is the specificity and sensitivity of the gingival Nikolsky's sign in oral autoimmune mucocutaneous blistering disease?Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: Cohort studyLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableGingival Nikolsky's Sign is Useful for Clinical DiagnosisMichael D. Martin10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.06.004Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis217218http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001031/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Prevalence, intensity and nature of bacteraemia after toothbrushing.Lucas VS, Gafan G, et al.J Dent 2008;36(7):481-7.Reviewer: Jan Bergstrom, PhD, DDSPurpose/Question: Does professional dental cleaning have an influence on prevalence and intensity of bacteraemia?Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: A cohort studyLevel of Evidence: Level 2: limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendationgrade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceIt is Unclear if Toothbrushing is a Risk Factor for Infective Endocarditis in ChildrenJan Bergstrom10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.06.005Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis219220http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000992/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: A longitudinal study of tooth erosion in adolescents.El Aidi H, Bronkhorst EM, et al.J Dent Res 2008;87(8):731-5.Reviewer: June Nunn, MA, PhD, BDS, FDS RCS(Edin), FDS RCS(Eng), FFD RCSI, FTCD, FRCPCHPurpose/Question: Does gender and socioeconomic status make a difference to the progression of dental erosion in adolescents?Source of Funding: Radboud University, Nijmegen; The Dutch dairy industry; The Dutch Sugar Bureau; Dutch Soft Drinks AssociationType of Study/Design: Cohort studyLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceA Longitudinal Study of Tooth Erosion in Adolescents Indicates that this May be a Progressive Phenomenon, at Least on Some Tooth SitesJune Nunn10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.004Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis221222http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000980/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Treatment outcomes of dental flossing in twins: molecular analysis of the interproximal microflora.Corby PM, Biesbrock A, et al.J Periodontol 2008;79(8):1426-33.Reviewer: Anwar T. Merchant, ScD, MPH, DMDPurpose/Question: Does flossing in addition to brushing the teeth and gums alter the microbial profile?Source of Funding: Industry: Proctor & Gamble Company, Mason, OHType of Study/Design: Randomized controlled trialLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceFlossing for 2 Weeks Reduces Microbes Associated with Oral DiseaseAnwar T. Merchant10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.005Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis223224http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000979/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Clinical and histopathologic independent prognostic factors in oral squamous cell carcinoma: a retrospective study of 334 cases.Arduino PG, Carrozzo M, et al.J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2008;66(8):1570-9.Reviewer Name: Zoann Nugent, PhDPurpose/Question: This retrospective hospital-based study reviewed and evaluated the outcome of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) with the aim of identifying factors affecting the clinical course and survival rate. (Quote, Abstract).Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: A retrospective case seriesLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence.Strength of Recommendation Grade: Grade C: Consensus, disease-oriented evidence, usual practice, expert opinion, or case series for studies of diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or screening.Tumor Size and Lymph Node Involvement Predict Survival in Patients with Oral CancerZoann Nugent10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.006Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis225226http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000967/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Complications of mandible fractures related to substance abuse.Serena-Gómez E, Passeri LA.J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2008;66(10):2028-34.Reviewer: Roger Keller Celeste, CD, MSc, PhDPurpose/Question: To assess the relationship between type of substance abuse and incidence of postsurgical complications after mandibular fracture.Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: Prospective case seriesLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableIllegal Drug Use is Associated with Postoperative Complications in Persons with Mandibular FracturesRoger Keller Celeste10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.007Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis227228http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000955/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Association between involuntary smoking and salivary markers related to periodontitis: a 2-year longitudinal study.Nishida N, Yamamoto Y, Tanaka M, Kataoka K, Kuboniwa M, Nakayama K, et al.J Periodontol 2008;79(12):2233-40.Reviewer: Scott L. Tomar, DMD, DrPHPurpose/Question: Does involuntary exposure to cigarette smoke increase the risk for progression of periodontitis?Source of Funding: Government of Japan and Japan Dental AssociationType of Study/Design: Prospective cohort studyLevel of Evidence: Level 2: limited-qualitypatient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableInvoluntary Exposure to Cigarette Smoke May Increase Risk for Progression of PeriodontitisScott L. Tomar10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.008Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis229230http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000931/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: The cost-effectiveness of supportive periodontal care for patients with chronic periodontitisGaunt F, Devine M, Pennington M, Vernazza C, Gwynnett E, Steen N, et al.J Clin Periodontol 2008;35(Suppl 8):67-82.Reviewers: Khady Ka, DDS, MSc, Marie-Claude Rousseau, PhD, and Belinda Nicolau, DDS, PhDPurpose/Question: What is the effect of supportive periodontal care in specialist practice versus general dental practice in terms of clinical and economic outcomes for patients with a history of chronic periodontitis?Source of Funding: Self-supported by the authors and Newcastle UniversityType of Study/Design: Systematic ReviewLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceSupportive Periodontal Care for Patients with Chronic Periodontitis May Produce Better Clinical Outcomes When Delivered by a Specialist Instead of a General Practitioner, but at a Higher CostKhady Ka, Marie-Claude Rousseau, Belinda Nicolau10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.010Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis231233http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000918/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Locally delivered doxycycline during supportive periodontal therapy: a 3-year study.Bogren A, Teles RP, Torresyap G, Haffajee AD, Socransky SS, Wennström JL.J Periodontol 2008;79(5):827-35.Reviewer: Francis G. Serio, DMD, MS, MBAPurpose/Question: The authors studied the long-term clinical and microbiological effects (3 years) of yearly applications of locally delivered doxycycline as an adjunct to mechanical supportive periodontal therapy (SPT) compared with conventional SPT without locally delivered antibiotic.Source of Funding: Government - National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (USA)Type of Study/Design: Multicenter, randomized controlled clinical trial with calibrated and blinded examiners.Level of Evidence: Level 1: Good-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade A: Consistent, high-quality patient-oriented evidenceLocally Delivered Doxycycline has no Long-Term Benefits for Periodontal HealthFrancis G. Serio10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.012Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis234235http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000906/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Is the use of arch bars or interdental wire fixation necessary for successful outcomes in the open reduction and internal fixation of mandibular angle fractures?Bell RB, Wilson DM.J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2008;66(10):2116-22.Reviewers: Corwin Zigler, MA, and Vivek Shetty, DDS, Dr MedDentPurpose/Question: Are the rates of complications following ORIF treatment of mandibular angle fractures different depending on whether MMF was assisted with Erich arch bars, interdental “Stout” wires, or manual reduction?Source of Funding: Information not available.Type of Study/Design: Retrospective cohort study.Level of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableManual Reduction to Assist Intraoperative Maxillomandibular Fixation May Suffice for Mandibular Angle Fractures Treated with Open Reduction and Internal FixationCorwin Zigler, Vivek Shetty10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.013Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Diagnosis/Treatment/Prognosis236237http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001055/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Analysis of factors related to extraction of endodontically treated teeth.Zadik Y, Sandler V, Bechor R, Salehrabi R.Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod 2008;106(5):e31-5.Reviewer: Manal Awad, BDS, MSc, PhDPurpose/Question: What are the main reasons for extraction of post endodontically treated teeth and are there any associations between the reasons for extraction and selected patient characteristics?Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: Retrospective case seriesLevel of Evidence: Level 3: Other evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableThe Most Common Reason for Extracting Endodontically Treated Teeth is Due to Nonrestorable CariesManal Awad10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.06.003Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Etiology/Other238239http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001006/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: A model for extending the reach of the traditional dental practice: the ForsythKids program.Niederman R, Gould E, et al.J Am Dent Assoc 2008;139(8):1040-50.Reviewer: Joel Berg, DDS, MSPurpose/Question: Does a school-based comprehensive aggressive preventive intervention reduce caries incidence in children with a high caries risk?Source of Funding: Delta Dental Services of Massachusetts, Charlestown was the primary funding agency of this studyType of Study/Design: This was a retrospective cohort study, as the determination of who resides in which group was made retrospectively.Level of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceA Community-Based Program for Dental Caries Prevention in Children was Found to Overcome Multiple Barriers to Care and Improve Children's Oral HealthJoel Berg10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.003Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Etiology/Other240241http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS153233820900092X/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Prevalence of hyposalivation in relation to general health, body mass index and remaining teeth in different age groups of adults.Flink H, Bergdahl M, Tegelber A, Rosenblad A, Lagerlöf F.Community Dent Oral Epidemiol 2008;36(6):523-31.Reviewer: Toshiyuki Saito, DDS, PhDPurpose/Question: Do very low and low unstimulated (UWSFR) and stimulated (SWSFR) whole salivary flow rates vary in different sex and age groups between adults aged 20 and 69 years; and what is the relationship between hyposalivation and self-perceived dryness, and other factors such as prescribed medicine use, tooth loss, BMI, and tobacco use?Source of Funding: Government, university, and nonprofit foundations.Type of Study/Design: Cross-sectional studyLevel of Evidence: Level 3: Other evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicableHyposalivation is Associated with High BMI Among Young Adults and is Associated with Medication in Older Adults in SwedenToshiyuki Saito10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.011Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Etiology/Other242243http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209000943/abstract?rss=yesArticle Title and Bibliographic Information: Assessment of problems with appearance, following surgery for oral and oro-pharyngeal cancer using the University of Washington appearance domain and the Derriford appearance scale.Katre C, Johnson IA, Humphris GM, Lowe D, Rogers SN.Oral Oncol 2008;44(10):927-34.Reviewer: Mike T. John, DDS, PhDPurpose/Question: Do patients who were treated by primary surgery for oral and oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma and who were disease-free at follow-up between 1 and 14 years after surgery report similar appearance issues at follow-up compared with the general population?Source of Funding: Information not availableType of Study/Design: Case seriesLevel of Evidence: Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Not applicablePatients Treated by Surgery for Oral and Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma Report Similar Appearance Issues at Follow-Up as the General PopulationMike T. John10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.009Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9Prognosis244246http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001638/abstract?rss=yesTable of Contents10.1016/S1532-3382(09)00163-8Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9FrontmatterA1A2http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS153233820900164X/abstract?rss=yesEditorial Board10.1016/S1532-3382(09)00164-XJournal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9FrontmatterA3A3http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001651/abstract?rss=yesStatement of Purpose10.1016/S1532-3382(09)00165-1Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9FrontmatterA4A4http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001663/abstract?rss=yesLevels of Evidence10.1016/S1532-3382(09)00166-3Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9FrontmatterA5A8http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001675/abstract?rss=yesInformation for Readers10.1016/S1532-3382(09)00167-5Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9FrontmatterA9A9http://www.jebdp.com/article/PIIS1532338209001687/abstract?rss=yesInformation for Authors10.1016/S1532-3382(09)00168-7Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 9, 4 (2009)2009-12-01Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice2009-12-0194S1532-3382(09)X0005-9FrontmatterA10A12