Abstract Literature regarding the outcome of maxillary sinus floor elevation to create sufficient bone fraction to enable implant placement was systematically reviewed. Bone fraction and implant survival rate were assessed…
Abstract The aim of this study was to compare the postoperative stability of the mandible after a bilateral lengthening procedure, either by bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) or distraction osteogenesis…
We read with interest the article of L opez -Q uiles et al. regarding clear cell carcinoma (CCC) of major salivary glands in a HIV-infected patient treated with wide excision,…
We read with great interest the article entitled ‘Myositis ossificans traumatica of the medial pterygoid’ by T hangavelu et al. The authors described a rare case of traumatic ossification developing…
We read the article ‘Changes in oropharyngeal airway and respiratory function during sleep after orthognathic surgery in patients with mandibular prognathism’ by H asebe et al. with keen interest. Our…
With interest, I have read the article by H uang , regarding a simple method to expand the joint space for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgery which is a welcome alternate…
Abstract In most rhinoplasty procedures, osteotomies are usually required. The osteotomy areas are innervated by sensory branches of the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminocardiac reflex (TCR) is clinically defined as the…
Abstract The role of insulin during the formation of bone in the augmented space of the maxillary sinus in patients with diabetes is unclear. The authors compared the differences in…
Abstract This manuscript reports an uncommon case of inferior third molar facial abscess with purulent secretion drainage through the left external acoustic meatus. The patient’s left external acoustic meatus was…
Abstract This study evaluated histological changes in masseter muscle fibres following reduced masticatory function by injection of botulinum toxin type A (BTX). Sixty 30-day-old Long-Evans male rats were randomly separated…
