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Across the publications, the researcher synthesizes clinical epidemiology, public health, and dental medicine to address how odontogenic processes influence systemic conditions, how antimicrobial resistance shapes dental practice, and how emergency management in dental settings can be optimized. The work highlights (1) the potential link between odontogenic infections and bacterial endocarditis, underscoring the need for multidisciplinary care and antimicrobial prophylaxis in at‑risk patients; (2) the global rise of antimicrobial resistance in dentistry, exploring mechanisms of resistance, the role of biofilms in genetic exchange, and the development of alternative antimicrobial and antibiofilm strategies; and (3) the importance of recognizing and managing dental emergencies through epidemiological awareness to improve timely and effective responses. Methodologically, the author employs narrative reviews and evidence synthesis of diverse sources (PubMed, Web of Science, Medline, Google Scholar, Scopus, etc.) to map trends, mechanisms, and clinical implications. The integrated perspective aims to inform guidelines, antimicrobial stewardship, and contingency planning in dental care, with a focus on prevention, rapid decision making, and multidisciplinary collaboration to mitigate adverse outcomes in patients. The overarching impact is to enhance patient safety, optimize therapeutic strategies in dentistry, and advance public health understanding of infection control and emergency preparedness within dental practice.
Across the publications, the researcher synthesizes clinical epidemiology, public health, and dental medicine to address how odontogenic processes influence systemic conditions, how antimicrobial resistance shapes dental practice, and how emergency management in dental settings can be optimized. The work highlights (1) the potential link between odontogenic infections and bacterial endocarditis, underscoring the need for multidisciplinary care and antimicrobial prophylaxis in at‑risk patients; (2) the global rise of antimicrobial resistance in dentistry, exploring mechanisms of resistance, the role of biofilms in genetic exchange, and the development of alternative antimicrobial and antibiofilm strategies; and (3) the importance of recognizing and managing dental emergencies through epidemiological awareness to improve timely and effective responses. Methodologically, the author employs narrative reviews and evidence synthesis of diverse sources (PubMed, Web of Science, Medline, Google Scholar, Scopus, etc.) to map trends, mechanisms, and clinical implications. The integrated perspective aims to inform guidelines, antimicrobial stewardship, and contingency planning in dental care, with a focus on prevention, rapid decision making, and multidisciplinary collaboration to mitigate adverse outcomes in patients. The overarching impact is to enhance patient safety, optimize therapeutic strategies in dentistry, and advance public health understanding of infection control and emergency preparedness within dental practice.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Impacto de la Resistencia Bacteriana en la Elección de Antibióticos en Odontología: Una Revisión de las Tendencias Actuales
Santaella Palma, L. E., Bazurto Quinteros, M. J. & Ramirez Sanchez, K. M., 6 Apr 2024, In: MÁS VITA. 6, 6, p. 55-72 18 p.Translated title of the contribution :Impact of Bacterial Resistance on Antibiotic Selection in Dentistry: A Review of Current Trends Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Infecciones Odontogénicas y su Implicancia en el Desarrollo de Endocarditis Bacteriana
Ramirez Sanchez, K. M., Santaella Palma, L. E. & Chavez Gonzalez, K. L., 1 Jul 2024, In: REVISTA MULTIDISCIPLINARIA INVESTIGACIÓN CONTEMPORÁNEA. 2, 2, p. 117-143 27 p.Translated title of the contribution :Odontogenic Infections and their Implication in the Development of Bacterial Endocarditis Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Urgencias y Terapéutica Endodóntica
Ramirez Sanchez, K. M., 31 Oct 2023, ENDODONCIA PRINCIPIOS Y PRACTICA. Mawil Publicaciones, p. 185-221 37 p.Translated title of the contribution :Emergencies and Endodontic Therapeutics Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter