The intelligibility of cleft palate speech with and without dental prosthesis

This paper discusses a study to investigate the possibility of quantifying and analyzing the speech of cleft palate subjects.

A review of tests useful for evaluating language problems in children

This paper contains a list of tests for evaluating language disorders in children.

Are there hazardous auditory effects of high-frequency turbines and ultrasonic dental scalers on dental professionals?

The purpose of this pilot study was to survey dentists in the St. Louis area to assess their subjective opinion of commonly used dental handpieces as well as history of noise exposure and use of hearing protection. Selected handpieces were then chosen to measure their output levels and determine if emissions are hazardous to the auditory system.

Common Problems in Surgical Patients

Presentation covering common acute conditions in surgical patients such as shortness of breath, chest pain and fever. Presentation offers diagnostic suggestions and procedures.