Evaluation of the accuracy of linear measurements on multi-slice and cone beam computed tomography scans to detect the mandibular canal during bilateral sagittal split osteotomy of the mandible

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Evaluation of the accuracy of linear measurements on multi-slice and cone beam computed tomography scans to detect the mandibular canal during bilateral sagittal split osteotomy of the mandible

Abstract The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of linear measurements of the distance between the mandibular cortical bone and the mandibular canal using 64-detector multi-slice computed…

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Cleft relapse and oronasal fistula after Furlow palatoplasty in infants with cleft palate: incidence and risk factors

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Cleft relapse and oronasal fistula after Furlow palatoplasty in infants with cleft palate: incidence and risk factors

Abstract This study was performed to investigate the incidence of and risk factors for postoperative cleft relapse and oronasal fistula after Furlow palatoplasty in infants. Sixty-two infants with cleft palate,…

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Autotransplantation of third molars with completely formed roots into surgically created sockets and fresh extraction sockets: a 10-year comparative study

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Autotransplantation of third molars with completely formed roots into surgically created sockets and fresh extraction sockets: a 10-year comparative study

Abstract The aim of this study was to analyze and compare the long-term clinical outcomes of mature third molar autotransplantation in surgically created sockets and fresh extraction sockets with regard…

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Effect of submucosal dexamethasone injection on postoperative pain, oedema, and trismus following mandibular third molar surgery: a prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical trial

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Effect of submucosal dexamethasone injection on postoperative pain, oedema, and trismus following mandibular third molar surgery: a prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical trial

Abstract The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of the submucosal injection of 1 ml dexamethasone (4 mg/ml) on pain, swelling, and trismus following the extraction of…

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Use of autogenous bone and beta-tricalcium phosphate in maxillary sinus lifting: histomorphometric study and immunohistochemical assessment of RUNX2 and VEGF

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Use of autogenous bone and beta-tricalcium phosphate in maxillary sinus lifting: histomorphometric study and immunohistochemical assessment of RUNX2 and VEGF

Abstract The aim of this study was to compare the use of beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) (chronOS) with autogenous bone grafts alone in maxillary sinus elevation surgery. The test samples were…

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An accuracy study of computer-planned implant placement in the augmented maxilla using osteosynthesis screws

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on An accuracy study of computer-planned implant placement in the augmented maxilla using osteosynthesis screws

Abstract Previous research on the accuracy of flapless implant placement of virtually planned implants in the augmented maxilla revealed unfavourable discrepancies between implant planning and placement. By using the osteosynthesis…

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A systematic review and meta-analysis of pre-clinical studies assessing the effect of nicotine on osseointegration

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on A systematic review and meta-analysis of pre-clinical studies assessing the effect of nicotine on osseointegration

Abstract Nicotine has been associated with vasoconstriction and an impaired cellular healing response. It is therefore likely that nicotine jeopardizes osseointegration. This systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to assess…

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