The letter by Dr. Szalma replying to our article reveals his substantial and important work in this area, which further highlights the early extraction of lower third molars in order…
We are pleased to respond to the letter from Stoelinga regarding our recent systematic review and we appreciate the opportunity to address the concerns and criticisms he raised. Stoelinga states…
Abstract This study evaluated the effects of Escherichia coli -derived rhBMP-2 (ErhBMP-2) coated onto anodized implants to stimulate bone formation, osseointegration and vertical bone growth in a vertical bone defect…
I read with great interest the paper by Kaczmarzyk et al. The authors should be commended for their mammoth task of reviewing the existing literature on this topic and trying…
Abstract Tooth loss is followed by a natural bone resorption process that often leads to defects in the alveolar ridge, making the installation of dental implants unfeasible. Correction of such…
Abstract This study reports the case of a patient with a severely resorbed mandible who was treated without a bone graft, using short implants, internal rigid fixation, rhBMP-2 and β-tricalcium…
Abstract Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is an inherited disease characterized by hypogammaglobulinaemia and impaired humoural immunoresponse and is mainly associated with recurrent infections of the airway and the digestive tract….
Abstract The purpose of this case control study is to determine the impact of screw-retained fixed cross-arch prostheses, supported by four osseointegrated implants, on articulation and oromyofunctional behaviour. Objective (acoustic…
Abstract Quality of life outcomes among patients receiving implants have been well studied, but little is known about the effects of bone augmentation in this therapy. The purpose of this…
Abstract Orofacial pain is a common complaint with multiple diagnoses. There is controversy about the effectiveness of antidepressants for the management of orofacial pain disorders. In order to be able…
