Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with intracranial extension—report of two cases

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with intracranial extension—report of two cases

Abstract Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint is a rare condition, and only 10 cases with intracranial extension have been reported in the literature. Two cases of synovial chondromatosis with…

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Counterclockwise maxillomandibular advancement surgery and disc repositioning: can condylar remodeling in the long-term follow-up be predicted?

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Counterclockwise maxillomandibular advancement surgery and disc repositioning: can condylar remodeling in the long-term follow-up be predicted?

Abstract This study investigated predictive risk factors of condylar remodeling changes after counterclockwise maxillomandibular advancement (CCW-MMA) and disc repositioning surgery. Forty-one female patients (75 condyles) treated with CCW-MMA and disc…

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Success rate and complications associated with dental implants in the incisive canal region: a systematic review

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Success rate and complications associated with dental implants in the incisive canal region: a systematic review

Abstract A systematic review was conducted to evaluate the success rate of dental implants placed in the incisive canal region and the complications related to this procedure. An electronic search…

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How do geometry-related parameters influence the clinical performance of orthodontic mini-implants? A systematic review and meta-analysis

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on How do geometry-related parameters influence the clinical performance of orthodontic mini-implants? A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to investigate how parameters related to geometry influence the clinical performance of orthodontic mini-implants (MIs). Systematic searches were performed in…

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Restoration of Sleep Architecture after Maxillomandibular Advancement: Success Beyond the Apnea–Hypopnea Index

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Restoration of Sleep Architecture after Maxillomandibular Advancement: Success Beyond the Apnea–Hypopnea Index

Abstract While effects of maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) on respiratory parameters for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are well described, effects on sleep architecture before and after MMA are not….

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Three-dimensional volumetric changes in the upper airway after maxillomandibular advancement in obstructive sleep apnoea patients and the impact on quality of life

Dec 14, 2017 by in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Comments Off on Three-dimensional volumetric changes in the upper airway after maxillomandibular advancement in obstructive sleep apnoea patients and the impact on quality of life

Abstract Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a sleep-related breathing disorder, characterized by repetitive airway obstructions, causing disruptive snoring and daytime sleepiness. Maxillomandibular advancement (MMA), which enlarges the upper airway, is…

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