VEGF transfer based on gene-modified fibroblasts using a hypoxia-induced vector to modulate neoangiogenesis in ischaemic regions of myocutaneous transplants

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on VEGF transfer based on gene-modified fibroblasts using a hypoxia-induced vector to modulate neoangiogenesis in ischaemic regions of myocutaneous transplants

Abstract The effect of a hypoxia-inducible VEGF-expressing on wound healing in an ischaemic hind leg rat model was evaluated in this study. 180 Wistar rats were assigned randomly to three…

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Low condylectomy as the sole treatment for active condylar hyperplasia: facial, occlusal and skeletal changes. An observational study

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Low condylectomy as the sole treatment for active condylar hyperplasia: facial, occlusal and skeletal changes. An observational study

Abstract The purpose of this study was to measure the changes in facial, occlusal, and skeletal relationships in patients with active unilateral condylar hyperplasia whose sole treatment was a low…

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The effects of steroids in preventing facial oedema, pain, and neurosensory disturbances after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy: a randomized controlled trial

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on The effects of steroids in preventing facial oedema, pain, and neurosensory disturbances after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract A randomized, prospective, controlled trial was conducted to determine the efficacy of single and repeated betamethasone doses on facial oedema, pain, and neurosensory disturbances after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy….

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Low-level laser therapy improves peri-implant bone formation: resonance frequency, electron microscopy, and stereology findings in a rabbit model

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Low-level laser therapy improves peri-implant bone formation: resonance frequency, electron microscopy, and stereology findings in a rabbit model

Abstract Previous studies have reported positive effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on bone healing. This study evaluated the effects of LLLT on peri-implant healing in vivo. Thirty-two rabbits had…

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Management-related outcomes and radiographic findings of idiopathic condylar resorption: a systematic review

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Management-related outcomes and radiographic findings of idiopathic condylar resorption: a systematic review

Abstract Idiopathic condylar resorption (ICR) is progressive resorption of the condyle of unknown aetiology. There is no consensus on the approaches for diagnostic imaging and management of this disease. The…

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Modified maxillomandibular advancement for obstructive sleep apnoea: towards a better outcome for Asians

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Modified maxillomandibular advancement for obstructive sleep apnoea: towards a better outcome for Asians

Abstract Excluding tracheostomy, maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) is the most effective surgical treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). However, the anticipated facial changes may prevent acceptance of this procedure by patients…

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Bilateral sagittal split osteotomy versus distraction osteogenesis of the mandible: a randomized clinical trial

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Bilateral sagittal split osteotomy versus distraction osteogenesis of the mandible: a randomized clinical trial

Abstract A randomized clinical trial was performed to evaluate differences in postoperative neurosensory disturbance (NSD) between two methods of mandibular advancement surgery. A total of 66 non-syndromal class II patients…

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Behaviour of the buccal crestal bone levels after immediate placement of implants subjected to immediate loading

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Behaviour of the buccal crestal bone levels after immediate placement of implants subjected to immediate loading

Abstract The aim of this study was to measure changes in buccal alveolar crestal bone levels after immediate placement and loading of dental implants with Morse taper prosthetic abutments after…

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The osteogenic activity of human mandibular fracture haematoma-derived progenitor cells is affected by bisphosphonate in vitro

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on The osteogenic activity of human mandibular fracture haematoma-derived progenitor cells is affected by bisphosphonate in vitro

Abstract It is known that bisphosphonates (BPs) suppress the activity of osteoclasts; however, it has not been reported whether BPs affect the potential of human mandibular fracture haematoma-derived cells (MHCs)…

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