Versatility of anchor screws in craniofacial surgery
Dear Editor, We read with interest the article of M eng et al. regarding the use of a temporary titanium screw for fixation and alignment of sagittal mandibular condylar fractures….
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Cyanoacrylate adhesives for fixation of xenografts S. Saska, É. T. Rossi, N. Conte Neto, S. F. Souza, M. A. C. Gabrielli, E. Hochuli-Vieira Rev Cir Traumatol Buco-Maxilo-fac 2009: 9: 93–102…
Surgical management of persistent oromandibular dystonia of the temporalis muscle
Abstract A rare case of unifocal oromandibular dystonia of the temporalis muscle is presented. It was treated with surgical myotomy when initial botulinum toxin A therapy failed after 3 years…
Autotransplantation of two maxillary premolars in a free vascularized fibula reconstructed mandible
Abstract A 10-year-old female patient with a fibula transplant in her left hemimandible due to ameloblastoma treatment was referred for combined orthodontic and surgical planning and treatment to observe and…
An unusual complication of osteotome sinus floor elevation: benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
Abstract Maxillary sinus floor elevation in cases of reduced vertical bone height in the posterior maxilla allows predictable implant placement. The osteotome sinus floor elevation (OSFE) technique has shorter healing…
A rare case of a glass fragment impacted in the parapharyngeal space associated with neurovascular compromise
Abstract It is rare for foreign bodies to be found in the parapharyngeal space due to the protection of the mandibular ramus and zygomatic bone. The authors describe a rare…
Immediate, single stage, truly anatomic zirconia implant in lower molar replacement: A case report with 2.5 years follow-up
Abstract This report demonstrates the clinical use of a modified, truly anatomic, root-analogue zirconia implant for immediate replacement of a two-rooted, left first mandibular molar. A 50-year-old female patient with…
A better view of the temporomandibular joint: a technical note
Abstract The authors present a method of gaining access to the temporomandibular joint that improves visibility and surgical access. It should reduce operating times and improve results. New methods of…
