NikitaJoshiDec 15, 20221 min readPsychosomatic disorders on the riseThere has been more symptoms of psychosomatic disorders such as oral dysguesia, oral cenesthopathy, atypical odontalgia, phantom bite...
NikitaJoshiJan 4, 20222 min readThoughts on Patient Adherence to MedicationWith any medication or new routine, there are factors which come into play for someone to stick to it. One such factor is capability-...
NikitaJoshiDec 15, 20211 min readA note on my understanding of caries literatureIt seems that systematic reviews outnumber primary literature when it comes to caries. There seems to be low prevalence of smooth surface...
NikitaJoshiDec 1, 20211 min readA Note on Artery Forceps for Oral SurgeryIt would be wise never to make an incision on the face or neck (not done at a GDP) unless there are artery forceps on hand which clamp...
NikitaJoshiNov 15, 20211 min readWomen in DentistryHistorically, dentistry was an overwhelmingly male dominated field, with the first woman British dentist Lilian Lindsay qualifying in...
NikitaJoshiNov 8, 20211 min readAn oral health campaign on a cold rainy night in StokeStoke-on-Trent started an Oral health campaign in 2018 called KeepStokeSmiling to highlight the importance of looking after teeth....
NikitaJoshiNov 1, 20211 min readBrace yourself...Orthodontic Speciality ThoughtsAfter having discussions with a friend about specialisms, I came across some data. Last year, the BSPD wrote a paper showing the number...
NikitaJoshiOct 16, 20211 min readInteresting findings of food groups and potential for plaque acid production after consumption
NikitaJoshiSep 1, 20211 min readNucleus- Revision on Cells.Cells have mechanisms that allow them to express genetic info selectively, following instructions relevant for that cell at that time. A...
NikitaJoshiAug 23, 20211 min readCannabidiol oilCBD oil has risen in popularity here in the UK, allowing people more autonomy over their health- perhaps due to media and the supposive...
NikitaJoshiAug 16, 20211 min readAcute Adrenal Insufficiency(From my own notes (please correct me if I am wrong)) Catecholamines = hormones made by the adrenal gland, when you experience increased...
NikitaJoshiAug 9, 20211 min readRadiograph Quality ReminderGDC standard 7.1.1= You must find out about current evidence and best practice which affect your work, premises, equipment and business...
NikitaJoshiAug 8, 20211 min readBe aware of the signs and symptoms of Sepsis!Sepsis could cause general unwellness, concerning people around the affected person, abnormal heart rate, O2 levels or Blood Pressure and...
NikitaJoshiAug 1, 20211 min read10 Handy-Dandy Welsh translations at Reception (Derbynfa) when treating Welsh-speaking patients.Good morning- Bora da Good afternoon- Pnawn da Hello- S'ma'i How are you?- Su' dach chi? Please- Os gwelwch chi'n dda Do you have an...
NikitaJoshiJul 30, 20211 min readOpioids in MassachusettsHere in the UK, opioids aren't prescribed much for dental pain, but in 2016 in the USA, a Working group was established by the Governor...
NikitaJoshiJul 23, 20211 min readKey functions of SalivaOne of the goals in the prevention of caries is to promote natural protective salivary mechanisms. Protect the oral tissues, and that...
NikitaJoshiJul 16, 20211 min readThree Cohort Studies in Dental History- Summary of Findings1. The Vipeholm non-randomised study 1954 Increased sugar leads to increased caries Increased risk of caries with foods such as caramels...
NikitaJoshiJul 9, 20211 min readAntibiotics when to prescribe and when to referWhen: Systemic Infection Trismus Swelling Immunocompromised patients Temperature of >38 C When to refer to A & E/ Maxfax: Difficulty...
