Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science

Kyeong-Soo Lee

2 Articles

Usage Patterns of Oral Care Products of Dental Patients: Myung-Ok Jeung, Pock-Soo Kang, Kyeong-Soo Lee, Tae-Yoon Hwang; Yeungnam Univ J Med. 2007;24(2 Suppl):S319-329. Published online December 31, 2007; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12701/yujm.2007.24.2S.S319

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Purpose or Background：This study was performed to identify the usage patterns of oral care products of the patients visiting a National University dental clinic. Materials and Methods：A questionnaire survey was administered to 298 patients visiting the K dental department based in Daegu during the period from December 10, 2005 through January 30, 2006.
Results
：Of total respondents, 42.3% used moderate toothbrush or soft toothbrush, 53.7% replaced their toothbrush every two or three months. Patients with periodontal diseases were aware of 2.1 devices and currently used 1 device out of 10 auxiliary oral hygiene devices recommended by dentist. Spacing patients were aware of 1.8 devices and currently use 1 device out of 3 auxiliary oral hygiene devices recommended by dentist. Patients wearing a fixed dental prosthesis were aware of 2.6 devices and currently used 1.6 devices out of 8 auxiliary oral hygiene devices. Those who received dental implant procedure were aware of 2.9 devices and currently used 1.5 devices out of 6 auxiliary oral hygiene devices. Those with orthodontic problems were aware of 2.7 devices and currently used 1.8 devices out of 6 devices, showing a higher level of awareness on oral hygiene devices. Those wearing dentures recognized 0.6 device and currently used 0.3 device out of 3, showing a lower level of awareness and usage. Of total respondents, 70.2% citied “no knowledge of oral care products” as the reason for not using any oral care product, which was followed by “no one recommended that for me” (15.8%) and “cannot be sure about efficacy” (11.4%). These findings underscore the need for recommending the use of oral care products when a patient sees the dentist.
Conclusion
：Given a significant association between oral health education and the use of auxiliary oral care products, it is important to promote oral health education among dental patients.

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Factors Affecting Bone Mineral Density in Premenopausal Women: Myeong-Sook Lee, Pock-Soo Kang, Kyeong-Soo Lee; Yeungnam Univ J Med. 2007;24(2 Suppl):S330-339. Published online December 31, 2007; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12701/yujm.2007.24.2S.S330

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Purpose：The purpose of the study was to determine factors affecting bone mineral density among premenopausal women aged over 45 years old and make a contribution to preventing osteoporosis among postmenopausal women. Materials and Methods：A total of 133 women enrolled in the study and completed a self-administered questionnaire that measured results of bone mineral density exam and biochemical exam, demographic characteristics, smoking and drinking, physical activities and reproductive characteristics.
Results
：The results of the study are summarized as follows: Of total subjects, 20.2% showed a reduction on bone mineral density. Age was the most important factor predicting bone mineral density level. A frequent intake of meat rather than vegetables had a significant impact on bone mineral density. Women with a menstruation cycle shorter than 28 days showed significantly high bone mineral density. Multiple regression analysis revealed a correlation between age and risk of osteoporosis. The explainability for variables was 16%.
Conclusion
：It is necessary to develop programs designed to help women in their 30s to maintain the maximum bone density and prevent osteoporosis after menopause.

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