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Thank you for your interest in our article. Regarding the research ethics committee, what was agreed upon when the project was submitted was that all patients would be treated at…
Anterior open bite correction: Do perceived impacts match normative outcomes?
With profound interest, we read and discussed an article in the September issue investigating oral health–related quality of life (OHRQOL) in children treated for anterior open bite (AOB) (Pithon MM,…
The orthodontic candidate selection process struggle
I have just finished evaluating 156 applications for the 4 available positions at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry 3-year orthodontic program. A total of 7497 pages of information…
Non-surgical treatment of condylar fractures in children
Highlights • Applying of surgical and non-surgical procedures are actual. • Main concept of this treatment is unloading of condyle and generating favorable background for enchondral osteogenesis. • Surgical and…
Severe drug-induced gingival enlargement and periodontitis: A case series with clinical presentation and management
Abstract Gingival enlargement (GE) is a condition in which the size of the gingiva increases in response to inflammation, systemic disease, or certain medications including anticonvulsants, calcium-channel blockers, and immunosuppressants….
Reconstruction of a total rhinectomy defect by implant-retained nasal prosthesis: A clinical report
Abstract Since the Nasal unit is the prominent part of the face and subjected to ultraviolet radiation, it’s a frequent site of skin tumors such as squamous cell carcinoma and…
PIC developing from odontogenic cysts: Clinical and radiological considerations on a series of 6 cases
Abstract Purpose The purpose of this work is to describe the peculiarities of clinical and radiological behavior in SCCs arising from odontogenic cyst (PIOSCC). Material & methods Our computer based…
Retrobulbar hemorrhage following tooth extraction: Case report & anatomical correlation
Abstract Retrobulbar hemorrhage (RBH) is a rare but potentially devastating complication that can lead to permanent vision loss. Prompt identification and appropriate intervention are critical to avoid irreversible blindness. Practitioners…
Cystic teratoma of the head: Diagnosis pitfalls
Abstract Head and neck cystic teratomas are rare benign congenital tumors. At this location the prognosis is often favorable provided the correct diagnosis is made. Patient We describe here the…
A case of dyskeratosis congenita with squamous cell carcinoma of the maxilla: A case report and review of the literature
Abstract Dyskeratosis congenita (DC) is commonly diagnosed clinically with three classic findings of 1) oral leukoplakia, 2) nail dystrophy, and 3) abnormal skin pigmentation. It is commonly associated with bone…
Bone Regeneration
Dental treatment may require osseous grafting. Pathologic voids may require grafting to restore osseous anatomy. Various osseous grafting materials have been used and reported. These include autografts, allografts, xenografts, and…
Intraoral Scanner, Three-Dimensional Imaging, and Three-Dimensional Printing in the Dental Office
The use of 3-dimensional (3D) cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging in the dental office has become a common imaging modality. The authors present an overview of multiple treatments that would…
Role of Piezo Surgery and Lasers in the Oral Surgery Office
Surgical adjunctive instruments and devices are now available for the up-to-date dental/oral surgical office to help mitigate possible surgical complications. Both the laser and Piezo instruments are unique devices that…
Zygomatic Implants
Even with the great strides made in the techniques for placement of traditional endosseous dental implants, restoration of the dentition in patients with a severely resorbed or resected maxilla can…
Maxillofacial Bone Grafting Materials
The goal of bone grafting is to replace normal bone volume and structure with healthy, well-vascularized bone that will undergo normal remodeling. The ideal bone will regenerate bone and not…
Soft-Tissue Grafting Solutions
Many soft-tissue grafting solutions are available for reconstruction and restoration of volume and esthetics of keratinized attached mucosa at compromised periodontal and peri-implant interfaces. Presence of healthy soft tissues is…
Neuropathic Pain and Burning Mouth Syndrome
Burning mouth syndrome/glossodynia and trigeminal neuropathic conditions can have serious negative impact on a patient’s overall quality of life. These conditions are often hard to diagnose and even harder to…
Treatment of the Dental Patient with Bleeding Dyscrasias
The oral health care provider sees a significant number of patients in his or her practice who suffer from systemic diseases affecting the ability to clot. These medical issues can…
Botox and Dermal Fillers
For the general dentist, the use of BTA and dermal fillers confers the ability to exert control over the soft tissues surrounding the mouth to better create a harmonious smile….
Clinical Uses of Platelet-Rich Fibrin in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is an autogenous material that is derived from a person’s own platelets and is used to enhance wound healing and tissue regeneration. Platelet concentrates have been applied…
