Friction heat during self-drilling of an orthodontic miniscrew
Abstract The aim of this study was to measure the heat generated when using a self-drilling miniscrew at speeds of 50, 100, 150, and 250 rpm. Specimens were classified into…
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Reproducibility of volumetric measurements on maxillary sinuses
Abstract Although computer assisted volumetric quantification of human maxillary sinuses is commonly used to measure volumetric changes during life, reliability data for this procedure are lacking. The objective of this…
Insulin-like growth factor-1 suspended in hyaluronan improves cartilage and subchondral cancellous bone repair in osteoarthritis of temporomandibular joint
Abstract This study sought to evaluate the effects of intra-articular injection of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) suspended in hyaluronan (HA) on the cartilage and subchondral cancellous bone repair in osteoarthritis…
A combined superficial inferior epigastric artery flap and vascularized iliac crest flap in the reconstruction of extended composite defects of the posterior mandible and adjacent soft tissue: first clinical results
Abstract The technique of posterior facial reconstruction using a combination of a superficial inferior epigastric artery (SIEA) flap and a microvascular iliac crest flap (deep circumflex iliac artery (DCIA) flap)…
Histological fate of abdominal dermis–fat grafts implanted in the temporomandibular joint of the rabbit following condylectomy
Abstract The histological fate of abdominal dermis–fat grafts implanted into the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) following condylectomy was studied. 21 rabbits underwent left TMJ discectomies and condylectomies; 6 were controls (Group…
Povidone-iodine: an anti-oedematous agent?
Abstract Polyvinylpyrrolidone-iodine (PVP-I) is a well-known antiseptic, widely used in various preparations and concentrations in all surgical fields. It is also used as an irrigant for open wounds and in…
Transoral carbon dioxide laser sialolithectomy with topical anaesthesia. A simple, effective, and minimally invasive method
Abstract Sialolithiasis frequently causes a variable degree of inflammation of the submandibular gland and stone removal can be a critical issue when incursion is deep, causing neck infection or abscess…
The use of botulinum toxin type A in cosmetic facial procedures
Abstract Over the past decade, facial cosmetic procedures have become more commonplace in dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery. An increasing number of patients seek minimal invasive procedures. One of…
Arthroscopic management of intra-articular pigmented villonodular synovitis of temporomandibular joint
Abstract This retrospective study reports on four patients with intra-articular pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) who were managed with arthroscopy between 2002 and 2009. There were…
The utility of toluidine blue staining and brush cytology as adjuncts in clinical examination of suspicious oral mucosal lesions
Abstract The objective of this study was to investigate the utility of toluidine blue and brush cytology in patients with clinically detected oral mucosal lesions. Clinical examination of 35 patients…
Midface distraction osteogenesis: Internal vs. external devices
Abstract This study compares internal and external distraction devices in the treatment of midface retrusion. 20 patients were treated with midface distraction (12 Crouzon, 4 Apert, 4 others); 12 with…
A clinical investigation on disc displacement in sagittal fracture of the mandibular condyle and its association with TMJ ankylosis development
Abstract This retrospective study evaluated the potential influence of the sagittal fracture pattern and articular disc displacement on the development of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis. 33 sagittal fractures of mandibular…
The influence of orthognathic surgery on ventilation during sleep
Abstract Orthognathic surgery has varying effects on respiratory parameters. The authors undertook a prospective study of patients requiring mandibular advancement, mandibular setback and maxillary Le Fort I advancement, and surgically…
Cyclooxygenase-2 activity is important in craniofacial fracture repair
Abstract The aim of this study was to examine the effect of cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 on bone repair after craniofacial fracture in mice. A 4-mm fracture was created in the parietal…
Post-surgical unilateral temporomandibular joint dislocation treated by open reduction followed by orthodontic treatment
Abstract A case of prolonged unilateral temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation, which was treated by open surgical reduction and post-surgical orthodontic therapy, is presented. A 58-year-old woman presented complaining of facial…
Temporomandibular joint synovial chondromatosis with a traumatic etiology
Abstract Synovial chondromatosis (SC) is a metaplastic disorder characterized by the formation of cartilaginous nodules inside the articular space. SC is uncommon in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). A few reports…
Cranial nerve injury after Le Fort I osteotomy
Abstract A Le Fort I osteotomy is widely used to correct dentofacial deformity because it is a safe and reliable surgical method. Although rare, various complications have been reported in…
A rare cause of a parotid mass: spontaneous pseudoaneurysm of the superficial temporal artery
I read with great interest an article by W oodhouse et al. about spontaneous superficial temporal artery pseudoaneurysm mimicking as a parotid mass. The case is very interesting but I…
Evaluation of in vitroresistance of titanium and resorbable (poly- l- dl-lactic acid) fixation systems on the mandibular angle fracture
Abstract The purpose of this study was to compare, by mechanical in vitro testing, a 2.0-mm system made with poly- l – dl -lactide acid with an analogue titanium-based system….
The effect of hydroxyapatite nanocrystals on early bone formation surrounding dental implants
Abstract The knowledge of how nanostructures might affect early bone healing and osseointegration is limited. The aim of this study was to investigate if nanometer thick coatings of hydroxyapatite nanocrystals…
