Biomechanics of the upper airway: Changing concepts in the pathogenesis of obstructive sleep apnea
Abstract Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disorder characterized by repetitive, episodic collapse of the pharyngeal airway. Over the last two decades, understanding of the pathophysiology of sleep disordered breathing,…
A comparison of autogenous bone graft combined with deproteinized bovine bone and autogenous bone graft alone for treatment of alveolar cleft
Abstract This study assessed the use of composite autogenous bone and deproteinized bovine bone (DBB) for repairing alveolar cleft compared with autogenous bone alone in terms of clinical outcomes and…
Maxillofacial prosthetic rehabilitation in the UK: a survey of maxillofacial prosthetists’ and technologists’ attitudes and opinions
Abstract Maxillofacial prostheses are constructed by maxillofacial prosthetists and technologists (MPTs), as an alternative treatment when maxillofacial defects cannot be surgically fulfilled. A questionnaire was conducted surveying 220 MPTs working…
Effect of topical honey on limitation of radiation-induced oral mucositis: an intervention study
Abstract Radiation therapy for oral carcinoma is therapeutically useful in dose of at least 6000 cGy but causes mucositis that severely interferes with oral function. The literature indicates that honey…
Effect of induced hypotensive anaesthesia vs isovolaemic haemodilution on blood loss and transfusion requirements in orthognathic surgery: a prospective, single-blinded, randomized, controlled clinical study
Abstract Induced hypotensive anaesthesia and isovolaemic haemodilution are well-established blood-sparing techniques in major surgery. This prospective study compared them for blood loss, transfusion requirements, and surgical field quality during standardized…
SAPHO syndrome with TMJ involvement: review of the literature and case presentation
Abstract Synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, osteitis (SAPHO) syndrome is a rare group of sterile, inflammatory osteoarticular disorders classically associated with skin manifestations. The etiology is unknown but probably involves genetic,…
The origin of traumatic neuroma development
We read with interest the article entitled ‘Inferior alveolar nerve damage caused by bone wax in third molar surgery’ by K atre et al. . They described a case of…
Efficacy of nimesulide versus meloxicam in the control of pain, swelling and trismus following extraction of impacted lower third molar [Int. J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg. 39 (2010) 580–584]
The above study on nimesulide and meloxicam by D e M enezes et al. is read with great interest. The authors have justified the use of nimesulide in their study…
Haemophilic pseudotumour of the mandible in a 5-year-old patient
Abstract A haemophilic pseudotumour was identified in the mandible of a 5-year-old male with severe haemophilia A. The patient initially experienced painless swelling of the mandible. Computed tomography revealed a…
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Histologic evaluation of haemostatic agents in rabbit mandibles M. A. C. Gabrielli, E. Hochuli-Vieira, A. G. Paleari, P. S. Cerri, L. E. Klüppel Rev Cir Traumatol Buco-Maxilo-fac 2009: 9: 97–106…
Dislocation of the intact mandibular condyle into the middle cranial fossa: a case report
Abstract Dislocation of the mandibular condyle into the middle cranial fossa is extremely rare. The authors present a case of superior dislocation of left condyle into the middle cranial fossa….
Zygoma implant-supported prosthetic rehabilitation of a patient with a maxillary defect
Abstract This clinical report describes the successful management of a patient who underwent extensive resection of a maxillary cancer, by introduction of a maxillary obturator prosthesis using zygoma implants. The…
Orthognathic surgery in pycnodysostosis: a case report
Abstract Pycnodysostosis is an extremely rare genetic osteosclerosis caused by cathepsin K deficiency. It is a human autosomal recessive genetic disorder characterized mainly by osteosclerosis of the skeleton due to…
Use of a custom designed external fixator system to treat ballistic injuries to the mandible
Abstract The authors describe a custom designed mandibular external fixator II system that can be used to treat complex, comminuted fractures. The system is adjustable and lightweight, quick, robust, simple…
Clinical management of angioneurotic oedema patient post-orthognathic surgery
Abstract Angioneurotic oedema is an acute swelling involving the submucosal or subcutaneous tissues; it is most often located in the oral and maxillofacial region, which can result in upper airway…
Temperature changes in a cemented mandibular endoprosthesis: in vitro and in vivo studies
Abstract Using polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) cement in cemented endoprostheses may cause heat necrosis and prosthesis failure due to the highly exothermic reaction. This study determined the magnitude and duration of temperature…
Miniplate osteosynthesis with four different systems in sheep
Abstract The aim of this study was to compare a combination of a locking system with self-tapping (ST-L) or self-drilling-tapping (SDT-L) screws with a combination of conventional miniplates with self-tapping…
