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Penatalaksanaan jaringan gingiva dalam penggunaan retraction cord Pratama Sarwono, Aditya; Fitriyasari, Rahmah
Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Terpadu Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Terpadu
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Trisakti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25105/jkgt.v6i1.20910

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Introduction: Tooth loss affects a person's appearance and health, impacting their quality of life. Teeth play an essential role in chewing and aesthetics, particularly the anterior teeth. Dental trauma such as fractures can affect appearance and psychology, reducing self-confidence. Currently, aesthetics is a top priority in dental care. Tooth loss leads to complex oral problems, thus missing teeth need to be replaced with dentures. Methods: This study explores the use of various gingival retraction techniques before impression taking in prosthodontic treatment. The methods analyzed include mechanical, chemical, and surgical techniques, with a focus on retraction using retraction cords soaked in hemostatic agents to ensure accurate and blood-free gingival margins before impression taking. Discussion: Accurate impressions depend on proper tooth preparation and healthy soft tissue conditions. Effective gingival retraction is crucial for obtaining good impressions, especially at the cervical and gingival margins. Mechanical methods using retraction cords are commonly used due to their effectiveness, speed, simplicity, and affordability. However, chemical methods may pose risks to the gingiva, while surgical methods are more complex. Conclusion: Accurate impressions for fixed dentures require healthy soft tissues without periodontal disease. Gingival retraction before impression taking is essential for achieving accurate impressions, ensuring that the cervical margins are well defined. Retraction methods include mechanical, chemical, and surgical approaches, with mechanical methods being the common choice due to their effectiveness and simplicity.
Gambaran kecemasan dental anak berdasarkan usia pada siswa sekolah dasar negeri 2 karanganyar kabupaten indramayu Fitriyasari, Rahmah; Dwimega, Arianne
Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Terpadu Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Terpadu
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Trisakti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25105/jkgt.v6i1.20920

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Background: Oral and dental health is paramount due to its significant impact on an individual's quality of life. The prevalence of cavities in Indonesia is considerably high, with 57.6% of the population affected, but treatment is only sought by a mere 10.2%. In the Indramayu Regency of West Java, the limited access to dental care is attributed to the low number of dentists, which is a meagre 3%. The anxiety surrounding dental care often dissuade people, particularly children. Studies have highlighted the varying levels of anxiety in children. Purpose: This study aimed to determine the level of dental anxiety in students. Methods: Using a descriptive observational study with a cross-sectional design and a purposive sampling approach, we obtained 158 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. Data were taken using the Children Fear Survey Schedule-Dental Subscale (CSFSS-DS) questionnaire. Results: Dental anxiety levels were found in 142 (89.9%) children with low anxiety levels and about 16 (10.1%) children with high anxiety levels. There were 95 children aged 6-10 who had low anxiety and 8 child had high anxiety, then there were 47 children aged 11-13 years who had low anxiety, and 8 child had high anxiety. Conclusion: The level of dental anxiety is mainly dominated by children with mild dental anxiety (89.9%) and only a tiny percentage who have high dental anxiety (10.1%).