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MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST INTERNs' EXPERIENCES OF GROWTH
Authors: Paris Eleni , Linville Deanna , Rosen Karen 
Published: May 2007

Few studies have investigated therapist interns' growth experiences, both personal and professional, and the interplay between them. This qualitative study explored the reciprocal process of growth during clinical training: the personal life experiences that affect professional growth and the professional/clinical experiences that affect personal growth. Thirteen marriage and family therapist interns, using Internet discussion formats, identified numerous personal, clinical, and professional growth experiences. Implications of this study, illustrating the recursive and interactive flow between therapists' personal and professional growth, are presented.Helping is about human growth, personal responsibility, learning, and skills. All these things do make a difference to the helpee and to the helper; they make a difference to all people! (Carkhuff & Berenson, 1977, p. 237)
REVIEWS
Authors: Nixon Debra , Carolan Marsha T. , George Sally St. , Wulff Dan 
Published: May 2007

Anderson, S., & Middleton, V. (2005). Explorations in privilege, oppression, and diversity.Catherall, D. R., (Ed.). (2004). Handbook of stress, trauma and the family.Sprenkle, D. H., & Piercy, F. P. (Eds.). (2005). Research methods in family therapy
REVIEWS
Authors: Habben Christopher M. , Greenlee Doug , Blume Thomas , Mineo Janet , Miller John K. 
Published: May 2007

Spring, J. A. (2004). How can I forgive you: The courage to forgive, the freedom not to.Germer, C. K., Siegel, R., & Fulton, P. (Ed.). (2005). Mindfulness and psychotherapy.Atkinson, B. J. (2005). Emotional intelligence in couples therapy: Advances from neurobiology and the science of intimate relationships.Guterman, J. T. (2006). Mastering the art of solution‐focused counseling.Harris, S., Ivey, D., & Bean, R. (2005). A practice that works: Strategies to complement your stand alone therapy practice.
A Symposium on the Future of Dentistry Report: Implications for the Public Sector: Dentistry's Blueprint for the Future
Authors: Ginley T. J. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis report deals with a three‐year study by the American Dental Association pertaining to the Future of Dentistry. The report covers environment of dentistry, dental research, dental manpower, public and professional concerns, dental education, and dental practice. It concludes with the following recommendations:1. Convert public unmet need into demand for dental services.2. Prepare practitioners (existing and future) to be more patient/market oriented.3. Broaden practitioner's clinical skills and mix of services offered to the public.4. Influence the quality and quantity of the manpower supply.5. Stimulate research and development.6. Improve the profession's ability to favorably influence public policy.
A Symposium on the Future of Dentistry Report: Implications for the Public Sector: Does Dentistry as We Know It Have a Future?
Authors: Schoen Max H. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThe American Dental Association's Strategic Plan for the Future of Dentistry is primarily a self‐serving document in that it attempts to protect the dentist regardless of the changing oral health needs of the population. Marketing, even if initially successful, will not increase the absolute demand for dental services, because persons on maintenance care require less care per year than sporadic users. Higher use will be balanced by less need. Excess supply creates incentive to overtreat. Today's dentist, as the dominant provider, does not have major motivation toward prevention, either by training or economic self‐interest. The paper proposes that a modified hygienist, with more diagnostic training, should become the primary dental provider, with a better trained dentist as a secondary provider, combining problem solving and “surgical” skills. These changes would function best under a system combining group practice with a national health service.
A Symposium on the New Fight for Fluorides: Part I: The New Antifluoridationists: Who Are They and How Do They Operate?
Authors: Easley Michael W. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractSince Grand Rapids became the first community to adjust the fluoride content of its water supply, individuals and groups have objected to water fluoridation. Early opponents of fluoridation were often members of fringe groups or were associated with the health food movement, were chiropractors, or were Christian Scientists. Once these individuals and groups began exchanging ideas and experiences, national groups were formed for the sole purpose of fighting fluoridation. While most of these organizations lacked sufficient funding or expertise to have much impact outside of the communities where they were based, some national multi‐issue organizations appeared that were well funded and that focused on antifluoridation as one of their goals. Through exploitation of society's current phobias about health and disease, these national groups have become increasingly successful in negatively influencing the public about the effectiveness, safety, and economy of community water fluoridation. Their tactics range from community actions aimed at local governmental bodies, to well‐organized local referenda, to litigation in state and federal courts, to lobbying state legislatures, and the US Congress. Specific legal, community organizational, and political tactics employed by the antifluoride groups are reviewed and classified.
Book Reviews
Authors: Corpron Richard E. , Bowen William H. , Hand Jed S. , McGowan Joan , Brooks Sharon L. , Rowe Nathaniel H. 
Published: May 2007

Book reviewed in this article:Wei SHY, ed. CLINICAL USES OF FLUORIDE.Nikiforuk G. UNDERSTANDING DENTAL CARIES VOL 1; ETIOLOGY AND MECHANISMS. BASIC AND CLINICAL ASPECTS.Weintraub JA, Douglass CW, Gillings DB. BIOSTATS: DATA ANALYSIS FOR DENTAL HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALSBesford J. GOOD MOUTHKEEPING.Manson‐Hing LR. FUNDAMENTALS OF DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY.Eversole LR. CLINICAL OUTLINE OF ORAL PATHOLOGY, 2nd ed.
What Massachusetts Residents Know about Fluoridation*
Authors: Weintraub Jane A. , Connolly Gregory N. , Lambert Craig A. , Douglass Chester W. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThe Massachusetts Department of Public Health conducted a comprehensive, statewide telephone health interview survey during 1980. Adult members of 1,091 households were interviewed. The purpose of this paper is to report the attitudes and knowledge of the Massachusetts residents surveyed regarding fluoridation, as well as the relation of their attitudes with demographic and socioeconomic variables, dental and other health behaviors, and outcome of fluoridation referenda. The majority, 60 percent, were in favor of community water fluoridation. As expected, groups that were most likely to favor fluoridation were parents, those who were better educated, and those with higher incomes. About three‐fourths of those surveyed were correctly aware of the purpose of fluoridation. Public opinion about fluoridation, as measured by this survey, did not correspond with the outcome of fluoridation referenda held in 14 Massachusetts communities between 1980 and 1983, which showed that 61 percent of the voters were not in favor of fluoridation.
Education: A Key to Fluoridation Compliance
Authors: Kuthy Raymond A. , Durkee JoAnne 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis descriptive study reviews the pre‐ and post‐ seminar compliance for water plant operators with regard to water fluoridation.The Illinois Department of Public Health conducted eight workshops with 198 participants representing 91 water facilities. These workshops provided a basic course in water fluoridation. Monthly water sample results were studied six months prior and subsequent to the seminar.The mean compliance levels showed a statistically significant increase at p = 0.05 after the seminar. For subgroups there were statistically significant (p<0.05) differences of the mean for facilities requiring a class C water plant operator, facilities adding hydrofluosilicic acid, and operators in communities serving more than 10,000 people. Discussion of the variables and their possible influence on the outcome is elaborated.For the maintenance of proper levels of fluoride, states may want to consider providing an ongoing level of education for the water plant operators.
Operation of the National Preventive Dentistry Demonstration Program
Authors: Bohannan Harry M. , Disney Judith A. , Graves Richard C. , Anderson Paul E. , Klein Stephen P. 
Published: May 2007

Abstract Operation of large‐scale, multiple‐site demonstration programs is an infrequent activity, one for which most investigators have had little previous experience. The success of a demonstration program, however, often rests on operational aspects. Following the completion of a major demonstration, the writers discuss the design of their program, the problems they encountered in its operation, and the aspects they would change in future demonstrations.
Effect of Secular Decline in Caries on the Evaluation of Preventive Dentistry Demonstrations*
Authors: Bohannan Harry M. , Graves Richard C. , Disney Judith A. , Stamm John W. , Abernathy James B. , Bader James D. 
Published: May 2007

Abstract Studies of dental preventive interventions often do not incorporate a concurrent, longitudinal control group in their study design. The existence of a secular decline in dental caries during the conduct of these studies may result in an overstatement of the effectiveness of the preventive intervention. Results of a recent large caries preventive study are analyzed using both a concurrent, longitudinal control group and an historical comparison group to demonstrate this effect. Differences in effectiveness of preventive procedures determined using the two types of control groups are sufficient to suggest a probable misinterpretation of results of studies using only historical comparisons.
Implications of Recent Dental Health Services Research on the Future of Operative Dentistry
Authors: Elderton Richard J. 
Published: May 2007

Abstract Recent dental health services research has shown that restorations often last only a few years and has suggested that the compromising nature of some basic operative skills is at least partly responsible. Further, gross inconsistencies of diagnosis and treatment planning exist among dentists, leading to a considerable lack of agreement about when restorative treatment is necessary. In the interests of high‐quality dental care, some of the long‐standing dogma concerning restorative dental services and attitudes toward them should be questioned. At the public health level, the dental profession should strive to find ways of achieving satisfaction with less emphasis upon restoring and re‐restoring teeth so that dentistry will attract the public and remain fully relevant to their needs.
Proportional Changes in Caries Patterns from Early to Late Primary Dentition
Authors: Johnsen David C. , Schechner Terry G. , Gerstenmaier John H. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractA tooth‐oriented caries measure has limitations in depicting the caries experience in the primary dentition for a population. Caries patterns based on the child have been presented previously and quantified. The purpose of this study was to explore proportional changes in caries patterns of the primary dentition in two populations. Graphic representation is suggested in developing a model.Children two to five years of age were examined in a city pediatric dental clinic and in a suburban private practice and were categorized as caries‐free or as having one of the following etiology‐oriented caries experiences associated with lesion sites: Fissures, Hypoplasia, Facial‐Lingual, Molar‐Approximal, or Facial Lingual/Molar‐Approximal. Over 85 percent of children aged 2.5 years or younger were either caries‐free or fit the Facial‐Lingual category consistent with descriptions of “nursing caries.” Trends explored in this study would not be evident using an average for a tooth‐oriented caries measure.
Trends in the Prevalence of Dental Fluorosis in the United States: A Review
Authors: Szpunar Susan M. , Burt Brian A. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis paper assesses, by comparing recent published evidence with Dean's pioneering work, whether an increase in the milder forms of dental fluorosis may have occurred since Dean's time. To the extent that the crude comparisons of recent research with historic studies are valid, the data indicate a slight trend toward more fluorosis today than would be expected based upon findings in the late 1930s and early 1940s. This suggested increase in fluorosis is not as clear‐cut nor as widely accepted as the recent decline in the prevalence of dental caries. Thus, further study of the prevalence of fluorosis and caries in relation to fluoride ingestion will be required to help validate the trend, and to allow dental researchers and decision makers to plan for the future.
The Choice of Health Insurance Plans by University Employees
Authors: Hand Jed S. , Beck James D. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis study presents the results of a survey of university employees to determine the factors that were important in the choice between two health insurance plans (CHIP vs traditional). The major differences between the plans were their coverage of hospital services, physician office visits, and routine dental services. Separate analyses were conducted for employees of departments associated with the health professions and employees of other departments. The majority of employees selected the CHIP plan, which included coverage of routine dental services. Employees who chose the traditional plan were more likely to have other medical or dental insurance coverage than those who chose CHIP. Multiple regression analyses and discriminant function analyses indicated that the ranking of the importance of coverage of routine dental services and physician office visits were the most important factors in the choice of health insurance plan. These findings indicate that employees may be willing to trade the coverage of other health benefits to secure coverage of routine dental services and physician office visits.
Characteristics of Employment and Job Satisfaction in Nontraditional Dental Hygiene Practice Settings*
Authors: Cohen Leonard , Singer Jacquelyn , LaBelle Ann 
Published: May 2007

AbstractLittle is known concerning the employment characteristics of hygienists practicing in nontraditional settings. Respondents were identified through screening (n = 38,380) a listing of the entire population of hygienists licensed in the United States. The screening identified 1,301 hygienists practicing in nontraditional settings. These hygienists were mailed comprehensive questionnaires; completed questionnaires were returned by 84.3 percent of the hygienists. Data were collected describing hygienists' reasons for seeking employment in nontraditional settings, their sources of information concerning job opportunities in nontraditional settings, benefits, and job satisfaction. The main source of information concerning employment opportunities in nontraditional settings was “word of mouth.” Hygienists were motivated to seek employment in nontraditional settings primarily by a desire for a more challenging position and personal satisfaction. The hygienists were overwhelmingly satisfied with all aspects of nontraditional employment except opportunities for advancement. Respondents were found to receive standard benefits similar to those of employees in other industries.
The Prevalence of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Among Two Native American Populations
Authors: Kelly Mim , Bruerd Bonnie 
Published: May 2007

AbstractBaby bottle tooth decay (BBTD) is a disease characterized by severe dental caries in the primary dentition that may have significant short‐term and long‐term implications for the health of children. Its prevalence and various etiologic factors have not been addressed fully in the dental literature. In 1985, 514 Native American Head Start children in Alaska and Oklahoma were screened to establish the prevalence of BBJD in those populations. The prevalence of BBTD ranged between 17 and 85 percent, with a mean of 53 percent. BBTD is clearly a significant health problem for this population group. Concerted intervention efforts to lower the prevalence of this preventable condition should be instituted and their effectiveness evaluated for potential utility among other affected groups.
Caries and Treatment Patterns in Children Related to School Lunch Program Eligibility
Authors: Clark Barbara J. , Graves Richard C. , Webster David B. , Triol Calvin W. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis article presents the caries prevalence and treatment patterns of children relative to a classification of family economic status, based on the child's eligibility for the free or reduced‐cost school lunch program. Dental caries prevalence is reported for children aged 8–11 years at the beginning of a longitudinal clinical trial in the nonfluoridated city of Tampa, Florida. These children were placed into one of three school lunch subsidy categories—poverty, near‐poverty, and non‐poverty—using federal government income eligibility guidelines for the school lunch program. The results support an inverse relation of caries prevalence to economic status, as well as the expected direct relation of family income to treatment needs met. The nonpoverty group exhibited the lowest number of decayed surfaces and had nearly 70 percent of their treatment needs met. The poverty group had significantly higher scores both for total caries experience (DMFS) and decayed surfaces (DS) than either of the other groups. Filled surfaces (FS) scores were not significantly different for any of the groups. This method of classifying children by school lunch program eligibility is considered valid because of the rigorous requirements used in determining family income, as well as the thorough verification procedure that is applied. The method is easy to use once officials have been convinced that confidentiality will be maintained.
A Study of the Intentional Use of Pit and Fissure Sealants over Carious Lesions
Authors: Chapko Michael K. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis article reports data on the intentional use by dentists of pit and fissure sealants over carious lesions. In early 1985 a random sample of 127 dentists in general practice and 20 pedodontists from Washington State were interviewed by phone. Completed interviews were obtained from 81.9 percent (N = 104) of the general practitioners and 60.0 percent (N = 12) of the pedodontists. Eighteen percent of the dentists who offer sealants in their practice use sealants on “incipient” or “superficial” lesions. The major reasons given for not sealing lesions are: concern about failure or leakage, lack of confidence, or amalgams would be better. Dentists who seal lesions have larger practices in terms of the number of operatories and patients seen per week, place sealants on a larger proportion of their child patients, and more frequently delegate sealants to the hygienist. There is no relationship between placing sealants on lesions and placing sealants on primary teeth, the dentist's year of graduation, the number of years the dentist has used sealants, being a pedodontist, or employing a hygienist.
Training and Calibrating Evaluators for a National Private Dental Office Assessment Program
Authors: Morris Alvin L. , Bentley J. Marvin , Vito Anthony A. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThe work described was conducted to train and calibrate ten general dentists to participate as evaluators in a national program in which methods were developed and tested for the in‐office evaluation of private general dental practice. The methods used in conducting six days of initial training are described, as well as the approach taken in establishing the posttraining levels of individual and group calibration achieved. Training and calibration that occurred halfway through a two‐year field experience also are described. Techniques employed included the use of slides in lecture format; review of records, radiographs, and other materials from dental offices; examination of patients; use of a videotaped simulation of an office visit; and evaluation of private dental offices by paired evaluators. Calculation of percent of comparability of evaluator performance was used in determining calibration levels. We concluded that evaluators can be trained in six days to achieve a high level of calibration. Additional benefits were derived from the additional training session at the midpoint of field activities. Evaluators perceived themselves to be well prepared as a result of the training described.
Fluoride Prescription Practices of Ohio Physicians
Authors: Kuthy Raymond A. , McTigue Dennis J. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractIn 1985 a fluoride supplement survey was mailed to all members of the Ohio Academy of Family Physicians and the Ohio chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. The response rate after two mailings was 60.2 percent. Of the respondents who were identified as either family physicians or pediatricians, 76.6 percent reportedly prescribed fluoride supplements for at least some of their child patients. Pediatricians were more likely to prescribe fluoride supplements than were family physicians. Younger physicians also were more apt to prescribe fluoride supplements than were their older colleagues. Only 6.2 percent of those physicians who prescribed fluoride adhered to a minimum protocol of inquiring about the fluoride content of the child's drinking water, having the water analyzed when the fluoride content was unknown, and continuing fluoride supplements until at least age ten. Medical schools, and especially residency programs, should include a preventive dental segment that uses a state‐specific protocol for the prescription of fluoride, including where water may be analyzed. For those already in practice, the preferred method of providing information may be short articles in local journals or newsletters. Public health dentists should assist the medical profession in this educational process.
The Economic Contribution of Dental Hygienists' Activities to Dental Practice: Review of the Literature
Authors: Walsh Margaret M. 
Published: May 2007

AbstractThis article reviews studies of dental practice and essays on practice management that have included information on the economic contributions of oral hygiene services. Several studies found that these services were less remunerative than other services and recommended that dentists delegate these functions when possible. However, one study noted that performance time, as well as delegation, influenced practice productivity and also reflected the practice's concept of care. Some practice management authors indicated that poorly managed practices without an excess of patients do not benefit economically from hiring a hygienist; but for practices with good management capabilities and an excess of patients, a hygienist may be able to make a major contribution to practice productivity. The lower remuneration for hygiene services and the high percentage of practice time required to provide a complete prophylaxis once or twice a year to each patient led several authors to doubt that dentists would or could provide these services themselves. The data in the reported studies, however, are insufficient to support firm conclusions about the profitability of hygienists' activities in dental practice.