Abstract 40 patients with chronic polyarthritis were investigated prospectively. The TMJ was investigated to detect clicking, crepitation, and pain. High resolution ultrasound (HR-US) assessed destructive changes, effusion, and disc dislocation….
Abstract Debate continues regarding unilateral or bilateral treatment for mandibular condylar fractures. This retrospective study evaluates the functional outcomes of bilateral condylar process fractures after surgical intervention. From May 1994…
Abstract The treatment of midfacial fractures depends on the dislocation of the fracture and patient-related limitations. Surgical treatment risks iatrogenic complications. In 740 patients with midfacial fractures, the age, sex,…
Abstract This study tests computer imaging software (SurgiCase-CMF ® , Materialise) that enables surgeons to perform virtual orthognathic surgical planning using a three dimensional (3D) utility that previews the final…
Abstract Early temporomandibular joint (TMJ) prostheses articulated on material with poor wear resistance. Wear debris was deposited in the surrounding tissues, causing severe foreign body cell reactions. Recent TMJ prostheses…
Abstract Bone scan analyses and clinical assessment are used to diagnose unilateral condylar hyperactivity (UCH). This review compares the diagnostic accuracy of planar and SPECT bone scans. Studies diagnosing patients…
Abstract This literature review assessed the risk factors linked to inferior dental nerve (IDN) and lingual nerve (LN) deficits following lower wisdom tooth surgery. A computer search of several databases…
Dear Editor, We read with interest the article of M eng et al. regarding the use of a temporary titanium screw for fixation and alignment of sagittal mandibular condylar fractures….
Cyanoacrylate adhesives for fixation of xenografts S. Saska, É. T. Rossi, N. Conte Neto, S. F. Souza, M. A. C. Gabrielli, E. Hochuli-Vieira Rev Cir Traumatol Buco-Maxilo-fac 2009: 9: 93–102…
