Browsing Dental Science (Theses and Dissertations) by Title
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Dental Features of an Irish Patient Cohort with Ectodermal Dysplasia and Resultant Impact on Their Quality of Life A Mixed Methods Study
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2021)Aims: This study involved two principal aims. Firstly, to investigate and explore children's and parents perception of life with Ectodermal Dysplasia (ED) and resultant impacts on Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL). ... -
Dental Management of Patients on Emicizumab - A systematic review and modified Delphi study
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2021)Background: Dentistry is associated with a number of procedures that pose a risk of bleeding. This is important for patients who have an increased tendency to bleed, such as patients with severe haemophilia A (PSHA). The ... -
Dental Phenotypes and Parental Perspective of Quality of Life for Patients with Ectodermal Dysplasia and Isolated Hypodontia
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2020)Dental Phenotypes and Parental Perspective of Quality of Life for Patients with Ectodermal Dysplasia and Isolated Hypodontia. Crossan E, O Connell AC, (Dublin Dental University Hospital, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland) Aim: ... -
Diagnosis of temporomandibular disorders and assessment of disclusion time in a chronic daily headache population
(Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland). School of Dental Science, 2010)Chronic Daily Headache (CDH) is characterised by the presence of headache for more than 15 days/month for a period longer than 3 months. Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) are a group of conditions involving the masticatory ... -
Diet and other risk indicators associated with dental problems in Irish preschool children
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2018)This research used a data science approach to explore multilevel interactions among key aspects of child and primary caregiver (PCG) psychosocial and physical health, as well as diet and lifestyle factors affecting dental ... -
Effect of surface contamination on re-osseointegration of dental implants surrounded by circumferential bone defects
(Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland). School of Dental Science, 2009)This study was designed to evaluate the effect of surface contamination on re-osseointegration of dental implants surrounded by circumferential bone defect and to compare osseointegration around Osseotite® implants (Biomet ... -
The Effect of Text Message Reminders on Patient Compliance with Functional Appliance Therapy as Measured by Theramon Sensors
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2021)Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate whether text message reminders have an effect on patient compliance with twin block appliances. A secondary aim was to determine whether text message reminders influenced the ... -
Enhanced Typing and Tracking of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Methicillin-Susceptible S. aureus in Irish Hospitals using Whole-Genome Sequencing
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2019)Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are a major cause of healthcare-associated and community-associated infection worldwide, with many clones having achieved pandemic status. The development of high-throughput ... -
A follow-up study investigating changes in oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment for Class II division 1 malocclusion: A longitudinal study
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2019)The aim of the study is to evaluate the impact of orthodontic treatment on OHRQoL in children with Class II division 1 malocclusion. Secondary objectives included assessment of the level of agreement in rating the children's ... -
The function of the TLO gene family of Candida albicans
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2022)Candida albicans is the most common cause of Candida infection worldwide. It is more pathogenic than all the other members of the genus, and it is thought that expansion of several key gene families accounts for this ... -
Hypomineralised Second Primary Molars: Prevalence, characteristics and perception of management by Irish dentists
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2021)Background: This thesis comprises three different studies with a shared focus on Hypomineralised Second Primary Molars (HSPM). Aims: Study 1: to investigate the global prevalence of HSPM by conducting a systematic review ... -
The impact of functional appliance treatment on bullying and quality of life in adolescents and their parents
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2017)Abstract Title: The impact of functional appliance treatment on bullying and quality of life in adolescents and their parents. Aims and Objectives: The objectives of this prospective cohort study were to assess the ... -
An in-vitro assessment of the retrievability of fractured dental implant abutment screws
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2021)Background: Fractured abutment screws have the potential to preclude restoration of osseointegrated dental implants and as a result, a wide range of products and techniques aimed at retrieving fractured screw fragments ... -
The influence of radiographic parameters on the choice of surgical exposure technique for palatally impacted canines
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Investigating the effect of skeletal pattern in determining articulator settings for prosthodontic rehabilitation: an in-vivo study
(Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland). School of Dental Science, 2009)During extensive prosthodontic treatment the use of an accurately adjusted articulator is recommended to simulate some mandibular movements. An in-vivo clinical study was undertaken to assess any possible effect of underlying ... -
An Investigation into Player Compliance and Level of Protection Afforded by Mouthguards worn by Children Playing Sport in Ireland
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2020)Background: Dental trauma is a significant global public health issue, affecting 1 billion people worldwide. Up to 40% of dental injuries are sports related and preventable through the use of mouthguards. In Ireland, the ... -
Investigation into the molecular mechanisms of itraconazole resistance in Candida dubliniensis
(Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland). School of Dental Science, 2003)Candida dubliniensis is a recently identified yeast species primarily associated with oral carriage and infection in HIV-infected individuals. Previous studies have shown that only a small number of clinical isolates are ... -
Investigation of the microbiological profile of oral leukoplakia
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2019)Oral leukoplakia (OLK) presents as a white patch on the oral mucosa and is recognised as a potentially malignant lesion. Although colonisation of these patches with yeast such as Candida albicans has been reported, little ... -
An Investigation of the Prevalence, Population Structure and Relatedness of Environmental, Healthcare Worker and Patient Staphylococcus aureus Isolates Recovered from Multi-bed Patient Rooms in an Irish Teaching hospital by Whole-Genome Sequencing
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2020)The putative role of the air in Staphylococcus aureus transmission in multi-bed ward areas of hospitals, where the majority of in-patients are cared for, has not yet been elucidated. The work described in this thesis ... -
An investigation of the temporal dynamics of staphylococcus aureus nasal and oropharyngeal carriage amongst oral / dental healthcare workers
(Trinity College Dublin. School of Dental Sciences. Discipline of Dental Science, 2017)ABSTRACT Background: Approximately 30% of humans are Staphylococcus aureus nasal carriers and oro-nasal trafficking of the organisms is frequent. Carriage of S. aureus can be persistent or transient. Healthcare workers ...
