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Papers by John Nase
PubMed, Apr 2, 2004
Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists ... more Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists in the form of head-mounted loupes and headlights. More recently, restorative dentists have utilized the multiple steps of magnification and reciprocal illumination provided by the clinical operating microscope. The advantages of this technology now are being applied to fixed prosthodontics. This article discusses the specific uses and advantages of the clinical operating microscope, specifically as they relate to optics, ergonomics, and documentation.
Journal of Dental Education, Jun 1, 2008
The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, ... more The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, and students is growing, but there is little consensus regarding its implementation and use. Many students and faculty at the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry elect to use some form of magnification in their real and simulated patient care activities, even though the school does not mandate or suggest standards for its utilization. A questionnaire was administered to the clinical faculty to assess two parameters: experience with magnification, and attitudes concerning the value of enhanced vision. Eighty-two out of 124 eligible participants completed the questionnaire successfully for a 66 percent return rate. Sixty-one percent of respondents reported their primary practice or teaching activities as "general dentistry or restorative/prosthodontics." The remainder of the respondents represented a cross-section of other departments and specialists. All endodontists and periodontists who completed the survey and 56 percent of the general/restorative dentists indicated they use magnification. This group accounted for 91 percent of all magnification users. Thirty-nine percent in the magnification users group indicated that they avoid using magnification for some procedures. Faculty magnification users are not in full agreement about the value of enhanced vision in a dental education program. Nearly one-quarter of all magnification users indicated it is unlikely they would use magnification in the teaching environment, even though they may use it in private practice. Various explanations were given for this inconsistency. Only 61 percent of magnification users indicated they make a point to talk to students about the uses and benefits of magnification. While 91 percent of users said that magnification offers significant benefits, only 73 percent believe it should be a program requirement, and 61 percent think it should be required beginning in the first year of the curriculum. The findings of this survey suggest that educational institutions would be wise to address faculty concerns and reasons for resistance before moving to the mandated use of magnification.
International Journal of Osteoarchaeology, Jul 13, 2022
Late Woodland period prehistoric human remains recovered from the Hughes site (18MO1) in the 1930... more Late Woodland period prehistoric human remains recovered from the Hughes site (18MO1) in the 1930s were only recently submitted for bioarcheological analysis. These remains represent 20 individuals exhibiting varying degrees of preservation and representation. Among the remains are several teeth suspected of undergoing antemortem dental modification. All of the examined dental cavitations were deep, and some show excavation all the way to the pulp. Dental remains representing three individuals (two adult females and a child) were examined to define etiology of altered occlusal cavitations in these teeth. The findings provide evidence of prehistoric, therapeutic dentistry in the Middle Atlantic region of the eastern United States. Two mandibles and a maxillary right dental quadrant representing three individuals were analyzed utilizing radiographs, visible and alternate light source macro photography, and scanning electron microscopy in three modes of detection. All three specimens showed signs of both radial and concentric tool marks to varying degrees in both enamel and dentin borders of carious lesions. The shape of the cavitations do not follow normal pathological patterns of undisturbed occlusal decay in teeth. Further, evidence is presented that the excavative tool motion changes from rotational drilling to radial scooping the further posterior the cavitation is located in the oral cavity. Lastly, it is proposed that the reason for these modifications was therapeutic dentistry.
Journal of the American Dental Association, Aug 1, 2006
Background. Bisphosphonates are becoming recognized increasingly as having a significant impact o... more Background. Bisphosphonates are becoming recognized increasingly as having a significant impact on dental therapies. This case report describes adverse clinical sequelae and successful treatment following periodontal surgery in a dental patient receiving bisphosphonate treatment. Case Description. A 78-year-old woman experienced a nonhealing interproximal wound subsequent to a minor periodontal procedure performed to facilitate restoration of an adjacent tooth. Her medical history revealed that she had been taking an oral bisphosphonate every day for the previous five years for treatment of osteoporosis. After three months of periodic débridement and meticulous oral home care, one of the authors recovered a large piece of necrotic bone. The wound healed after the author performed surgery at the site. Clinical Implications. Dentists should exercise caution when considering surgical procedures for patients with a history of oral bisphosphonate use. Thorough treatment of nonhealing wounds in these patients can lead to favorable outcomes.
Pennsylvania dental journal, Nov 1, 2010
Journal of Oral Implantology, Feb 1, 2005
Pennsylvania dental journal, Nov 1, 2010
Journal of the American Dental Association, Nov 1, 2006
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
International Journal of Osteoarchaeology
Pennsylvania dental journal
Journal of Dental Education, 2008
The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, ... more The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, and students is growing, but there is little consensus regarding its implementation and use. Many students and faculty at the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry elect to use some form of magnification in their real and simulated patient care activities, even though the school does not mandate or suggest standards for its utilization. A questionnaire was administered to the clinical faculty to assess two parameters: experience with magnification, and attitudes concerning the value of enhanced vision. Eighty-two out of 124 eligible participants completed the questionnaire successfully for a 66 percent return rate. Sixty-one percent of respondents reported their primary practice or teaching activities as "general dentistry or restorative/prosthodontics." The remainder of the respondents represented a cross-section of other departments and specialists. All endodontists ...
Pennsylvania dental journal
The Journal of oral implantology, 2005
Attempts have been made at formulating standardized nomenclature for implantology. Although these... more Attempts have been made at formulating standardized nomenclature for implantology. Although these classification systems have advanced the concept of universal nomenclature in implantology, they can be improved upon. Most of them present terms in glossary form, which can limit their applicability. Others deviate significantly from accepted basic terminology and can be foreign or ambiguous to the average clinician. This article outlines the semiotic approach to language formulation, discusses slight changes to accepted conventional prosthodontic terminology to better encompass implant dentistry, and introduces the shortform and support-retention-connection-prosthesis classification systems.
Pennsylvania dental journal, 2005
General dentistry, 2003
Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists ... more Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists in the form of head-mounted loupes and headlights. More recently, restorative dentists have utilized the multiple steps of magnification and reciprocal illumination provided by the clinical operating microscope. The advantages of this technology now are being applied to fixed prosthodontics. This article discusses the specific uses and advantages of the clinical operating microscope, specifically as they relate to optics, ergonomics, and documentation.
Pennsylvania dental journal, 2010
PubMed, Apr 2, 2004
Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists ... more Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists in the form of head-mounted loupes and headlights. More recently, restorative dentists have utilized the multiple steps of magnification and reciprocal illumination provided by the clinical operating microscope. The advantages of this technology now are being applied to fixed prosthodontics. This article discusses the specific uses and advantages of the clinical operating microscope, specifically as they relate to optics, ergonomics, and documentation.
Journal of Dental Education, Jun 1, 2008
The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, ... more The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, and students is growing, but there is little consensus regarding its implementation and use. Many students and faculty at the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry elect to use some form of magnification in their real and simulated patient care activities, even though the school does not mandate or suggest standards for its utilization. A questionnaire was administered to the clinical faculty to assess two parameters: experience with magnification, and attitudes concerning the value of enhanced vision. Eighty-two out of 124 eligible participants completed the questionnaire successfully for a 66 percent return rate. Sixty-one percent of respondents reported their primary practice or teaching activities as "general dentistry or restorative/prosthodontics." The remainder of the respondents represented a cross-section of other departments and specialists. All endodontists and periodontists who completed the survey and 56 percent of the general/restorative dentists indicated they use magnification. This group accounted for 91 percent of all magnification users. Thirty-nine percent in the magnification users group indicated that they avoid using magnification for some procedures. Faculty magnification users are not in full agreement about the value of enhanced vision in a dental education program. Nearly one-quarter of all magnification users indicated it is unlikely they would use magnification in the teaching environment, even though they may use it in private practice. Various explanations were given for this inconsistency. Only 61 percent of magnification users indicated they make a point to talk to students about the uses and benefits of magnification. While 91 percent of users said that magnification offers significant benefits, only 73 percent believe it should be a program requirement, and 61 percent think it should be required beginning in the first year of the curriculum. The findings of this survey suggest that educational institutions would be wise to address faculty concerns and reasons for resistance before moving to the mandated use of magnification.
International Journal of Osteoarchaeology, Jul 13, 2022
Late Woodland period prehistoric human remains recovered from the Hughes site (18MO1) in the 1930... more Late Woodland period prehistoric human remains recovered from the Hughes site (18MO1) in the 1930s were only recently submitted for bioarcheological analysis. These remains represent 20 individuals exhibiting varying degrees of preservation and representation. Among the remains are several teeth suspected of undergoing antemortem dental modification. All of the examined dental cavitations were deep, and some show excavation all the way to the pulp. Dental remains representing three individuals (two adult females and a child) were examined to define etiology of altered occlusal cavitations in these teeth. The findings provide evidence of prehistoric, therapeutic dentistry in the Middle Atlantic region of the eastern United States. Two mandibles and a maxillary right dental quadrant representing three individuals were analyzed utilizing radiographs, visible and alternate light source macro photography, and scanning electron microscopy in three modes of detection. All three specimens showed signs of both radial and concentric tool marks to varying degrees in both enamel and dentin borders of carious lesions. The shape of the cavitations do not follow normal pathological patterns of undisturbed occlusal decay in teeth. Further, evidence is presented that the excavative tool motion changes from rotational drilling to radial scooping the further posterior the cavitation is located in the oral cavity. Lastly, it is proposed that the reason for these modifications was therapeutic dentistry.
Journal of the American Dental Association, Aug 1, 2006
Background. Bisphosphonates are becoming recognized increasingly as having a significant impact o... more Background. Bisphosphonates are becoming recognized increasingly as having a significant impact on dental therapies. This case report describes adverse clinical sequelae and successful treatment following periodontal surgery in a dental patient receiving bisphosphonate treatment. Case Description. A 78-year-old woman experienced a nonhealing interproximal wound subsequent to a minor periodontal procedure performed to facilitate restoration of an adjacent tooth. Her medical history revealed that she had been taking an oral bisphosphonate every day for the previous five years for treatment of osteoporosis. After three months of periodic débridement and meticulous oral home care, one of the authors recovered a large piece of necrotic bone. The wound healed after the author performed surgery at the site. Clinical Implications. Dentists should exercise caution when considering surgical procedures for patients with a history of oral bisphosphonate use. Thorough treatment of nonhealing wounds in these patients can lead to favorable outcomes.
Pennsylvania dental journal, Nov 1, 2010
Journal of Oral Implantology, Feb 1, 2005
Pennsylvania dental journal, Nov 1, 2010
Journal of the American Dental Association, Nov 1, 2006
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
International Journal of Osteoarchaeology
Pennsylvania dental journal
Journal of Dental Education, 2008
The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, ... more The routine use of magnification and enhanced lighting by oral health care providers, educators, and students is growing, but there is little consensus regarding its implementation and use. Many students and faculty at the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry elect to use some form of magnification in their real and simulated patient care activities, even though the school does not mandate or suggest standards for its utilization. A questionnaire was administered to the clinical faculty to assess two parameters: experience with magnification, and attitudes concerning the value of enhanced vision. Eighty-two out of 124 eligible participants completed the questionnaire successfully for a 66 percent return rate. Sixty-one percent of respondents reported their primary practice or teaching activities as "general dentistry or restorative/prosthodontics." The remainder of the respondents represented a cross-section of other departments and specialists. All endodontists ...
Pennsylvania dental journal
The Journal of oral implantology, 2005
Attempts have been made at formulating standardized nomenclature for implantology. Although these... more Attempts have been made at formulating standardized nomenclature for implantology. Although these classification systems have advanced the concept of universal nomenclature in implantology, they can be improved upon. Most of them present terms in glossary form, which can limit their applicability. Others deviate significantly from accepted basic terminology and can be foreign or ambiguous to the average clinician. This article outlines the semiotic approach to language formulation, discusses slight changes to accepted conventional prosthodontic terminology to better encompass implant dentistry, and introduces the shortform and support-retention-connection-prosthesis classification systems.
Pennsylvania dental journal, 2005
General dentistry, 2003
Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists ... more Over the last 20 years, magnification and operating light have become more available to dentists in the form of head-mounted loupes and headlights. More recently, restorative dentists have utilized the multiple steps of magnification and reciprocal illumination provided by the clinical operating microscope. The advantages of this technology now are being applied to fixed prosthodontics. This article discusses the specific uses and advantages of the clinical operating microscope, specifically as they relate to optics, ergonomics, and documentation.
Pennsylvania dental journal, 2010