Introduction: Reconstruction of the nose has the dual aim of preserving function and restoring aesthetics. The forehead flap is a useful tool in the repair of larger and more complex…
Statement of the problem: Maxillary 3-D deficiency is a common finding in patients treated after cleft lip and palate. Performing maxillary advancement, expansion, inferior repositioning and alveolar grafting; is usually…
Introduction: Orbital fractures are common facial injuries. The zygomatic–orbital complex is a common anatomical structure affected, although it could be as a pure blow-out fracture or as part of a…
Introduction: The treatment of zygomatic fractures is challenging for maxillofacial surgeons; although there is research related to this issue still exist doubts in some elements of treatment. Aim: To establish…
The purpose of this study was to describe the condylar form, evaluate and compare condylar dimensions together with the Joint space of both TMJs in patients with Active Unilateral Condylar…
Introduction: Craniomandibular ankylosis is characterized by the formation of a bony mass which replaces normal temporomandibular joint articulation. Aetiology of ankylosis is multifactorial with trauma being the predominant factor. The…
Internal derangement is the most common type of TMD affecting the TMJ being a common cause of persistent facial pain, headaches, jaw clicking, and jaw locking. This study is a…
Background: Pain due to trauma and infections are easy to characterize, diagnose and treated. In the orofacial region, the cause and nature of pain are sometimes atypical presenting a dilemma…
Synovial chondromatosis (SC) is an uncommon disorder that primarily affects large joints, with a predilection for knee, hip and elbow joints. Cartilaginous nodules form within the sub-synovial membrane and may…
Objective: The study was designed to evaluate the efficacy of standard arthroscopic lysis and lavage for internal derangement with various stages of Wilkes classification and subsequent success rates. Patients and…
