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Empirical Bayes Inferences in the Burr Distribution by the Bootstrap Methods

  • Cho, Kil-Ho;Cho, Jang-Sik;Jeong, Seong-Hwa;Shin, Jae-Seock
    • Journal of the Korean Data and Information Science Society
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    • v.15 no.3
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    • pp.625-632
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    • 2004
  • We consider the empirical Bayes confidence intervals that attain a specified level of EB coverage for the scale parameter in the Burr distribution under type II censoring data. Also, we compare the coverage probabilities and the expected confidence interval lengths for these confidence intervals through simulation study.

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Estimation on Exponential Model with Limited Replacements

  • Cho, Kil-Ho;Cho, Jang-Sik;Jeong, Seong-Hwa
    • Journal of the Korean Data and Information Science Society
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    • v.16 no.2
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    • pp.457-465
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    • 2005
  • We consider the estimation of parameter in the exponential model in the case that the number of replacements of failed items is limited. And the desirable number of replacements to give the similar effect as unlimited case in terms of the mean square errors is proposed.

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CORNELIA DE LANGE SYNDROME: A CASE REPORT (Cornelia de Lange 증후군 환아의 구내증상과 치과치료: 증례보고)

  • Choi, Eun-Joo;Hyun, Hong-Keun;Kim, Young-Jae;Kim, Jung-Wook;Lee, Sang-Hoon;Kim, Chong-Chul;Hahn, Se-Hyun;Jang, Ki-Taeg
    • Journal of the korean academy of Pediatric Dentistry
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    • v.38 no.1
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    • pp.56-61
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    • 2011
  • Cornelia de Lange syndrome(CdLS) is a well-described multiple malformation syndrome typically involving proportionate small stature, developmental delay, specific facial features, major malformations, and behavioral abnormalities. Dental issues include micrognathia, crowding of teeth, small teeth, absent teeth, poor oral hygiene, and periodontal disease. We present a case of CdLS in a 10-year-old girl. Micrognathia, crowding of teeth, and bifid uvula are the characteristic features of this case. Dental treatments for this child including preventive and restorative procedures were performed under outpatient general anesthesia.

ORAL HEALTH CARE STATUS IN INSTITUTIONS AND SPECIAL SCHOOLS FOR THE DISABLED PEOPLE IN KOREA (장애인 입소시설과 특수학교의 구강건강관리 실태에 대한 조사 연구)

  • Ha, Sun-Yeong;Lee, Kwang-Hee;Kim, Dae-Eop;Park, Jong-Seok
    • Journal of the korean academy of Pediatric Dentistry
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    • v.27 no.2
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    • pp.192-201
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    • 2000
  • The purpose of study was to investigate the oral health care status in institutions and special schools for the disabled in Korea. Nurses in 123 institutions and nurse-teachers in 102 special schools were asked to fill questionnaires regarding periodic oral examination, preventive dental programs. and dental treatment. The results of this study were as follow. 1. 56.8% of institutions implemented regular oral examinations and all of special schools did it twice a year. 2. Preventive programs for dental caries were done in 69.1% of the institutions and 86.3% of the special schools. Programs included regular toothbrushing and dental health education. 3. Dental treatment was done in 84.2% of the institutions and 39.2% of the special schools. Institutions utilized private dental clinics(60.2%), public health centers(16.8%), volunteers(15.3%), and dental hospitals. 4. 17.7% of the institutions experienced the refusal to treat the disabled by private dental clinics.

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Simple and Safe Tooth Bleaching (쉽고 안전한 치아미백술)

  • Kwon, So-Ran
    • Journal of the Korean Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
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    • v.8 no.1
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    • pp.64-74
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    • 1999
  • The use of fluoride and other preventive methods caused a dramatic decline in dental caries and the need for restorative dentistry. In our modern society that places a high value on appearance, emphasis is now shifting towards esthetic dentistry which has experienced a high popularity with the development of bonding techniques and materials including porcelain and composite. To satisfy patients wanting whiter teeth and a better looking smile, there are many treatment options ranging from full crown coverage to conservative procedures such as bleaching. Whether bleaching should be combined with other esthetic procedures or used alone depends on the type of discoloration and the patient's willingness to accept the various treatment options. Therefore, in order to obtain a successful esthetic outcome, careful diagnosis and treatment planning followed by consultation with the patient is of utmost importance.

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THE EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF 6% HYDROGEN PEROXIDE AS HOME TOOTH BLEACHING GEL (가정용치아미백제로서의 6% 과산화수소용액의 효과와 안전성)

  • Han, Soo-Boo;Park, Sang-Hyun;Moon, Hyeock-Soo
    • Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science
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    • v.24 no.2
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    • pp.433-440
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    • 1994
  • The purpose of this investigation was to study the efficacy and safety of 6% hydrogen peroxide gel as a daily home tooth bleaching gel. The subjects consisted of 20 male dental students representing a variety of acquired stain and each subject participated for a 4-week period. Tooth color analysis(Shade determination), sulcus bleeding index, probing depth and probing attachment level were done and recorded at baseline and at the end of each week of study. The results indicated that home bleaching gel containing 6% hydrogen peroxide was effective and caused no gingival inflammation. Sulcus bleeding index, probing depth and probing attachment level showed no change. In conclusion, 6% hydrogen peroxide gel is an effective and safe agent for daily home tooth bleaching.

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THE CLINICAL EVALUATION OF POTASSIUM NITRATE DENTIFRICE FOR DENTINAL HYPERSENSITIVITY (상아질 지각과민증에 대한 Potassium Nitrate 치약의 임상적 평가)

  • Han, Soo-Boo;Park, Sang-Hyun;Moon, Hyock-Soo
    • Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science
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    • v.24 no.1
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    • pp.196-204
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    • 1994
  • The purpose of this clinical trial was to study the effectiveness of 5% potassium nitrate dentifrice as a daily home treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity. Thirty subjects with dentinal hypersensitivity were included in a 4-week, double-blind, parallel, comparative study. Stimuli used included mechanical, cold water and compressed air blasts. A subjective assessment of the degree of hypersensitivity for each stimulus was recorded. The results indicated that 5% potassium nitrate dentifrice, in comparision with a conventional fluoride dentifrice, reduced dentinal hypersensitivity to a significant degree. The therapeutic response to potassium nitrate was apparent within 2 weeks and increased continuously for the length of the study period. We conclude that 5% potassium nitrate dentifrice is an effective agent for the daily home treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity.

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Diagnosis and treatment of teeth with primary endodontic lesions mimicking periodontal disease: three cases with long-term follow ups

  • Lim, Jae-Hyung;Lee, Ji-Hyun;Shin, Su-Jung
    • Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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    • v.39 no.1
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    • pp.56-62
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    • 2014
  • A tooth with primary endodontic disease that demonstrates a periodontal defect might be extracted because of misdiagnosis as severe periodontal disease or a vertical root fracture. The aim of this case report was to demonstrate the long-term survival of endodontically treated teeth, which had been initially considered unsavable. With meticulous evaluation including the patient's dental history, clinical and radiographic examinations, teeth with primary endodontic lesions could be differentiated and saved after proper root canal treatment. Pain history, vitality test, and radiographic examinations, as well as a general periodontal condition check with periodontal probing on an affected tooth, might be the key methods to differentiate endodontic pathosis from that of periodontal disease.

Relationship between BMI, oral health behavior and perceived oral symptoms among child care teachers (보육교사에서 구강건강행동 및 구강자각증상과 BMI의 연관성)

  • An, So-Youn;Park, So-Young
    • Journal of Korean society of Dental Hygiene
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    • v.13 no.5
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    • pp.769-776
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    • 2013
  • Objectives : The aim of this study was to analyze relationship between body mass index(BMI), oral health behavior, and perceived oral symptoms among child care teachers. Methods : The subjects were 310 child care teachers who worked in child care centers in Jeollabukdo Province, Korea. A cross tab analysis and a multiple regression analysis were conducted to find a possible relationship between oral health behavior, oral symptoms and BMI. Results : BMI in child care teachers was 35.1% and male and married teachers had higher BMI. Higher BMI revealed perceived periodontal disease in smokers. Higher BMI was closely related to perceived xerostomia and halitosis. Conclusions : BMI is a very important index to develop health improvement and obesity control.