Introduction Nonsurgical treatments that can prevent or reduce the extent of the mandibular excess at an early stage are desirable. A single botulinum toxin (BTX) injection into the unilateral and…
Introduction With the increasing demand for facial esthetics, patients’ expectations regarding dental treatment have increased. The treatment of maxillary median diastemas (MMDs) stands out as one of the most noticeable…
Introduction The objective of this research was to evaluate the treatment outcomes, long-term occlusal changes, and patient satisfaction after 37 years of nonextraction and extraction treatments. Methods Fifty-seven patients with Class…
Introduction The objective of this research was to evaluate the anterior tooth alignment and dental arch dimension changes after orthodontic treatments with and without premolar extractions in the long-term. Methods…
The program in which you teach admits only 4 residents per year. Your admission process is an arduous one. Out of hundreds of applicants, only those with strong academic records,…
The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic will have a long-lasting impact on orthodontic practice. Some of the adaptations needed will improve the orthodontist’s line of work when the pandemic will be…
10.1055/b-0040-178443 5 Imaging and planning technologies 5.1 Endoscopy in mandibular condyle and midfacial trauma care Marcin Czerwinski, Chen Lee, Reid V Mueller, Rainer Schmelzeisen, Robert M Kellman 1 Introduction Surgical…
10.1055/b-0040-178440 2 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the mandible 2.1 Access osteotomies in the mandible in tumor surgery and osteosynthesis Keith Jones 1 Introduction The provision of optimal surgical access…
10.1055/b-0040-178439 1 Bone grafts, bone flaps, bone replacement materials and techniques 1.1 Types and harvest of bone grafts and bone flaps Michael Ehrenfeld, Christine Hagenmaier, Remy H Blanchaert Jr 1…
10.1055/b-0040-178441 3 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the midface and craniofacial junction 3.1 Approaches and access osteotomies to the midface Douglas W Klotch, Nicholas J Panetta 1 Introduction Disorders involving…
10.1055/b-0040-178444 6 Principles and techniques for facial allotransplantation Bernard Devauchelle, Sylvie Testelin, Stéphanie Dakpé 1 Introduction Conventional head and neck reconstructive procedures achieve variable results in reconstruction for extensive facial…
Impacted third molars occur in a significant number of patients and often require treatment because of presence of symptoms and/or disease. Management of these teeth typically involves referral to oral…
The presence of healthy soft tissue at the tooth and implant interface correlates to long-term success and stability in function and esthetics. Grafting procedures utilizing various techniques can be performed…
Dental trauma and injuries to the dentition are difficult to treat because the treatment goals serve to restore esthetics and function. The oral and maxillofacial surgeon is often called on…
Trigeminal nerve branches are never far from the operating field of the oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Increasingly the surgeon is required to provide accurate diagnosis and grading of trigeminal nerve…
Extensive reviews have concluded that grafting of the socket reduces bone loss regardless of product or method. However, nothing has been shown to reliably and completely maintain alveolar dimensions. We…
Endoscopic surgery on the maxillary sinus has experienced significant advances in technique and approaches since the maxillary antrostomy was introduced in the 1980s. Disease processes that previously required open surgical…
Dental trauma and injuries to the dentition are difficult to treat because the treatment goals serve to restore esthetics and function. The oral and maxillofacial surgeon is often called on…
This article explores how to prevent and manage complications of dentoalveolar surgery. Many complications are avoidable. Surgical skills and knowledge of anatomy play an important role in prevention of complications….
Impacted incisors, canines, premolars, and second molar are problems encountered frequently by general dentists, orthodontists, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons. The etiology of impacted teeth is multifactorial. Traditional radiographs can be…
