2007 Journal Citation Reports Now Available

The latest edition edition of ISI’s Journal Citation Reports (JCR) is now available to URMC affiliates. 

JCR evaluates and compares journals using citation data drawn from over 9100 scholarly and technical journals, and published meeting proceedings from more than 3,300 publishers in over 60 countries.

To access the database, select the link for “Journal Citation Reports” on this page. To view the data for dentistry journals, choose the option to view by subject.

Relationship Between Periodontal Disease and Chronic Diseases

The association between periodontal diseases and systemic conditions such as heart disease and stroke, and a higher risk of preterm low birth-weight babies, is garnering attention in the media. Similarly, recognition of the threats posed by periodontal diseases to patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes, respiratory diseases and osteoporosis is acknowledged.

The following are some links to recent stories and resources on these topics:

• Recent publications in PubMed.
• Colgate White Papers:  Markers of Systemic Bacterial Exposure in Periodontal Disease and Cardiovascular Disease Risk: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
• MedlinePlus: Gum Care Helps Control Type 2 Diabetes and Its Complications , Gum Disease Might Boost Cancer Risk,
• American Academy of Periodontolgy:  The Mouth/Body Connection
• National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse:  Prevent diabetes problems: Keep your teeth and gums healthy
• American Heart Association: Good dental hygiene may help prevent heart infection
• American Dental Association:  Periodontal Disease and Systemic Conditions ; Dentists discuss oral health at landmark meeting

ADA Developing Evidence Based Dentistry Website

On March 27, 2008 the ADA conducted an evidence based dentistry (EBD) workshop to teach critical summary skills. Participants learned to write critical summaries of systematic reviews. These summaries will be a key feature of a new website focusing specifically on EBD. An additional workshop will be held in June.

The ADA has created a temporary web page as they work to develop an enhanced EBD website. This new content area features a searchable directory of systematic reviews, a glossary of terms, and additional resources on evidence-based dentistry. The project is supported with a grant from the National Library of Medicine.

Read more about the workshop here.

If you are interested in learning more about EBD or using EBD resources, please contact us.

National Board Exam News

Beginning January 1, 2010, candidate performance on Part I, Part II, and the Dental Hygiene examination will be reported to candidates, state boards, and dental schools only as pass or fail. The decision was made at the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations’ meeting on March 11-12, 2008. The Commission also decided that standard scores will no longer be developed or reported. Further, they will continue to report raw score performance information in the disciplines covered on the examinations for failing candidates only.

For additional information see:

• ADA National Board Dental Exams
• Exam Resources on the Internet
• Exam Resources at Bibby Library

Dental Care and the Epileptic Patient

 A list of resources for caring for the epileptic patient in the dental office.

Epilepsy and Dental Care - publications indexed in PubMed.

Epilepsy, Seizure Meds Have Oral Health Implications  - from the Academy of General Dentistry

Epilepsy and Dental Management - P&G DentalResource Net

Books in Bibby Library

• Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient:  Chapter 27, Neurologic Disorders.  WU 29 L778d 2008
• Essential Dental Handbook :  Chapter 6, Medical Emergencies WU 29 E78 2003

The Pediatric Developmentally Disabled Patient

Recent publications as indexed in PubMed.

Journals:  Special Care Dentistry:  in print at Bibby library, now also available online

Books in Bibby Library:

• Dental management of the medically compromised patient /Little, James W., 7th ed. 2008.
  Call Number:       WU 29 L778d 2008
• Disability and oral care / edited by June Nunn., c2000.
  Call Number:       WU 470 D611 2000

Websites

• International Association for Disability and Oral Health
• National Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped
• NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities: Task Force on Special Dentistry
• Special Care Dentistry Association
• Special Olympics Special Smiles

Dentistry Journals Online

Two more of our journal subscriptions now provide online access.

• Australian Dental Journal
• Special Care in Dentistry

Both of these journals can be accessed by selecting Dentistry E-Journals  from the Bibby library website.

Your library account is required for off-site access.

What Microorganisms Live in Your Mouth?

 

Human Oral Microbione Database (HOMD) Launched

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research has launched a new database containing micro-organisms living in the mouth and the identification of 1,116 unique proteins in saliva.  A first of it’s kind, this ongoing project is overseen by scientists at The Forsyth Institute in Boston and King’s College in London, England.

Access the database at:  http://www.homd.org/

Peters Plus Syndrome

The National Library of Medicine’s Genetic Home Reference has provided recently reviewed information on this inherited syndrome, which is characterized by abnormalities such as cleft lip or cleft palate. 

The review contains general information as well as educational resources, patient support, clinical summaries, recent literature and links to additional resources.

Read about Peters Plus Syndrome here.

Health Disparities - Resources

The National Library of Medicine’s MedlinePlus contains a portal of resources dedicated to Health Disparities.  The portal includes basic information, latest news, specific conditions or population groups, directories, organizations and more.

Click here to see the Health Disparities page.

ADA Releases Recommendations for Bisphosphonates

Do you treat patients who are currently taking biophosphonates?  If so, you will want to read the ADA’s expert panel recommendations “Dental Management of Patients Receiving Oral Bisphosphonates”.

• The full release may be read here.
• The actual recommendations may be found here.
• Information to share with your patients is available here.

Oral Health Reviews

The Cochrane Collaboration has recently updated or published the following reviews:

• Interventions for replacing missing teeth: hyperbaric oxygen therapy for irradiated patients who require dental implants
• Interventions for replacing missing teeth: maintaining health around dental implants
• Interventions for the management of submucous cleft palate
• Full-mouth disinfection for the treatment of adult chronic periodontitis

Cochrane Reviews are based on the best available information about healthcare interventions. They explore the evidence for and against the effectiveness and appropriateness of treatments (medications, surgery, education, etc) in specific circumstances.

The Cochrane Oral Health Group website provides a full list of currently published reviews.

The library subscribes to the full text of Cochrane reviews. To access select “Cochrane Library” from the sidebar on the Miner Library page.

MedEdPORTAL Partners with the American Dental Education Association

Academic medicine and dentistry have come together to share teaching resources across universities and throughout the world!

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) have formed a partnership that will allow the AAMC to expand MedEdPORTAL to include dental education resources. Beginning April 15, MedEdPORTAL will begin accepting submissions from dental professionals.

MedEdPORTAL is a tool designed to help faculty publish and share educational resources.  This tool serves as a prestigious publishing venue through which faculty may disseminate their educational works.  Any medical educator may submit materials to be considered for publication on MedEdPORTAL.

For additional information:

• Read the full release here.
• Search the MedEdPORTAL here.
• To publish resources, you must first create an account.