Verrucous carcinoma arising from a previous cystic lesion: a case report
Verrucous carcinoma (VC) accounts for 1 –10% of cases of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) in the oral cavity, and 75% of VC occur in the oral cavity. Only 3% of primary intraosseous squamous cell carcinomas (PIOSC... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - October 25, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sunghyun Kang and Dae Ho Leem Tags: Case report Source Type: research

Fracture patterns and causes in the craniofacial region: an 8-year review of 2076 patients
This study aimed to analyze the patterns and causes of craniofacial fractures. (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - October 15, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ki-Su Jin, Ho Lee, Jun-Bae Sohn, Yoon-Sic Han, Da-Un Jung, Hye-Young Sim and Hee-Sun Kim Tags: Research Source Type: research

Postoperative malocclusion after maxillofacial fracture management: a retrospective case study
Various complications occur when a maxillofacial fracture is malunionized or improperly resolved. Malocclusion is the most common complication, followed by facial deformity, temporomandibular joint disorder (T... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - October 15, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sang-Yun Kim, Yong-Hoon Choi and Young-Kyun Kim Tags: Review Source Type: research

The supraclavicular artery island flap: a salvage option for head and neck reconstruction
Some of head and neck cancer patients are in compromised general condition after ablation surgery and chemoradiation therapy, which makes secondary free tissue transfer quite challenging. Elderly cancer patien... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - October 4, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sanghoon Lee, Hye-Min Cho, Jin-kyu Kim and Woong Nam Tags: Case report Source Type: research

Prof. Mi šo Mihajlo Virag, MD, PhD, FRCS - a guiding light faded away (9.07.1946–16.08.2018)
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Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - September 12, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Obituary Source Type: research

Clinical reliability of zirconium abutment in implant restorations in the English and Korean literature
This study aimed to evaluate the mechanical, biological, and esthetic stability of a zirconium abutment according to evidence-based dentistry. (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - September 10, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Su-Been Yu, Bong-Gyu Song, Kyeong-Jun Cheon, Ju-Won Kim, Young-Hee Kim and Byoung-Eun Yang Tags: Review Source Type: research

Per-oral cross-facial sural nerve graft for facial reanimation
Cross-facial nerve graft is considered the treatment of choice for facial reanimation in patients with unilateral facial palsy caused by central facial nerve damage. In most cases, a traditional parotidectomy ... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - September 7, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Joohee Jeong, Akram Abdo Almansoori, Hyun-Soo Park, Soo-Hwan Byun, Seung-Ki Min, Han-Wool Choung, Joo Yong Park, Sung Weon Choi, Bongju Kim, Soung-Min Kim and Jong-Ho Lee Tags: Methodology Source Type: research

Management of the paralyzed face using temporalis tendon transfer via intraoral and transcutaneous approach
Temporalis tendon transfer is a technique for dynamic facial reanimation. Since its inception, nearly 80 years ago, it has undergone a wealth of innovation to produce the modern operation. Temporalis tendon tr... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - September 5, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ji Yun Choi, Hyo Joon Kim and Seong Yong Moon Tags: Review Source Type: research

Proportions of the aesthetic African-Caribbean face: idealized ratios, comparison with the golden proportion and perceptions of attractiveness
In the absence of clear guidelines for facial aesthetic surgery, most surgeons rely on expert intuitive judgement when planning aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. One of the most famous theories regarding “... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - September 5, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Angelos Mantelakis, Michalis Iosifidis, Zaid B. Al-Bitar, Vyron Antoniadis, David Wertheim, Umberto Garagiola and Farhad B. Naini Tags: Research Source Type: research

Investigation of postoperative hypernasality after superiorly based posterior pharyngeal flap
Velopharyngeal insufficiency that accompanies speech resonance and articulation disorders can be managed through several intervention methods such as speech-language therapy, prosthetic aids, and surgery. Howe... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - August 30, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Yu-Jeong Shin and Yongsoo Kim Tags: Case report Source Type: research

Treatment of non-odontogenic orofacial pain using botulinum toxin-A: a retrospective case series study
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of treatment of non-odontogenic atypical orofacial pain using botulinum toxin-A. (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - August 6, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sang-Yun Kim, Young-Kyun Kim, Pil-Young Yun and Ji-Hyun Bae Tags: Review Source Type: research

Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease in the temporomandibular joint: diagnosis and treatment
Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease (CPDD) is a rare disease in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) space. It forms a calcified crystal mass and induces a limitation of joint movement. (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - August 3, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Kwang-Jun Kwon, Hyun Seok, Jang-Ha Lee, Min-Keun Kim, Seong-Gon Kim, Hyung-Ki Park and Hang-Moon Choi Tags: Case report Source Type: research

Postoperative long-term results for the comparison of the symmetry of the upper lip during lip closure according to Millard and Pfeifer
Clefts in newborns are associated with severe morphological and functional impairment. Especially the lip is of importance as if the treatment result is unsatisfactory, it can lead to psychological changes in ... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - August 1, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Philipp Kauffmann, Robert Cordesmeyer, Gis éle Awondzeko Fouellefack, Boris Schminke and Karl-Günther Wiese Tags: Research Source Type: research

Diode laser surgery in the treatment of oral proliferative verrucous leukoplakia associated with HPV-16 infection
Proliferative verrucous leukoplakia (PVL) is an oral potentially malignant disorder, characterized by multifocal expression, progressive clinical evolution, and a high rate of malignant transformation. Evidenc... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - July 30, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Gian Paolo Bombeccari, Umberto Garagiola, Valentina Candotto, Francesco Pallotti, Francesco Carinci, Aldo Bruno Giann ì and Francesco Spadari Tags: Case report Source Type: research

Anatomical study of the location of the antilingula, lingula, and mandibular foramen for vertical ramus osteotomy
The purpose of this study was to identify the location of the antilingula, lingula, and mandibular foramen in Korean cadavers and to promote safe and accurate surgery without damage to the inferior alveolar ne... (Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Source: Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - July 25, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jin Hoo Park, Hwi-Dong Jung, Hyung Jun Kim and Young-Soo Jung Tags: Research Source Type: research