Gillies lift induced Asystole!
The oculocardiac reflex occurring after orbital surgical procedures is a well recognised peri operative complication which has been well reported in the literature. In this reflex the ophthalmic branch of…
Beckwith–Weidemann syndrome: partial glossectomy
Introduction: The Beckwith–Wiedemann Syndrome (BWS) is a condition that occurs with an overgrowth [1,2]. The most common complications: macroglossia, wall defects abdominal, hypoglycemia, nephromegaly, facial nevus flammeus [3]. BWS frequency…
Protocol for prevention of bisphosphonate related osteonecrosis of the jaws (BRONJ)
Bisphosphonate related osteonecrosis of the Jaws can be recognized by exposure of necrotic bone in the mouth, usually but not exclusively, secondary to a dental surgical procedure, especially dental extractions….
Cervicofacial subcutaneous emphysema
Aims: Subcutaneous emphysema in the maxillofacial area may have different causes. In this study we present cases occurring from traumatic injuries and iatrogenic surgical or dental treatment. Our objective is…
Teaching model of oral and maxillofacial surgery in Venezuela
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a branch of dentistry responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases, deformities and injuries of oral and maxillofacial region, including those that involve both hard and…
A young adult patient presenting a case of deep cervical infection of dental origin
Deep cervical infections may be of dental origin and cause life threatning conditions, including airway obstruction, mediastinitis and sepses. We report a 29 year old man with uncomfortable toothache in…
Application of the methylmethacrylate in the oral and maxillofacial surgery
The methylmethacrylate was first synthesized in 1902 by Röhm, a German chemical, and was patented by the name of Plexiglas in 1928. This alloplastic material had its first use, for…
Giant mandibular ossifying fibroma: report of a case with mandibular reconstruction trough free microvascular fibula flap and osseointegrated implants
The ossifying fibroma (OF) is an unfrequent fibro-osseous lesion that generally affects middle age woman, usually setting in the posterior area of the jaw. Clinically the patient can present a…
Orthognathic surgery as a resource in the treatment of patients affected by the syndrome of obstructive sleep apnea
The syndrome of obstructive sleep apnea (OSAS) is characterized by repetitive episodes of upper airway obstruction during sleep, usually associated with sleep disruption and decreased oxyhemoglobin saturation. Cephalometric analysis has…
OMFS and the World Wide Web
Introduction: As Internet access and use of the World Wide Web is increasing, patients are using search engines to research all aspects of medicine. Unfortunately, the information on the Internet…
