Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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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Comparison between three-dimensional and standard miniplates in the management of mandibular angle fractures: a prospective, randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical study

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Comparison between three-dimensional and standard miniplates in the management of mandibular angle fractures: a prospective, randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical study

Abstract The aim of this study was to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of mandibular angle fractures (MAFs) managed with three-dimensional (3D) miniplates and standard miniplates (according to Champy’s…

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Evaluation of survival and success rates of dental implants reported in longitudinal studies with a follow-up period of at least 10 years: a systematic review

Jan 17, 2018 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Evaluation of survival and success rates of dental implants reported in longitudinal studies with a follow-up period of at least 10 years: a systematic review

Abstract The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the survival and success rates of osseointegrated implants determined in longitudinal studies that conducted a follow-up of at least 10…

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