The clinical efficacy of the allogenic demineralized dentin matrix graft for implant placement: a systematic review
ConclusionA low number of publications are available, presenting only preliminary results, thus the long-term success/survival of implants still needs to be further explored. Moreover, the possibility of bony dehiscence with the use of this material should be investigated. Within these limitations, the Allo-DDM could be a possible alternative to other grafting materials used for bone augmentation and implant placement. Nevertheless, considering this limited evidence, future studies are necessary to confirm this conclusion. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 30, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Head and neck mucoepidermoid carcinoma: does AFIP histological grading correlate with rate of nodal metastases?
ConclusionMucoepidermoid carcinoma of the head and neck is associated with a good disease-specific and overall survival despite the presence of regional metastasis. The AFIP histological grading system did not have a statistically significant correlation to the incidence of nodal metastasis. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 21, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Surgical techniques for the webbed neck: a narrative review with a comparative study and surgical decision-making algorithm for an optimal aesthetic result
ConclusionAccording to the typology of the web, a surgical decision-making algorithm is built to assist surgeons in finding the most suitable selected techniques for an optimal aesthetic result which corresponds to the achievement of a symmetrical neck contour with highly satisfactory hair placement while avoiding noticeable scars and recurrence. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 20, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Opioid requirement and pain intensity after mandibular surgeries with dexmedetomidine administration in two ways: intraoperative infusion versus bolus injection
ConclusionAdministration of dexmedetomidine in the form of infusion can reduce postoperative pain better than bolus injection, with less probability of hypotension and bradycardia. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 19, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Do antihypertensive medications have an effect on dental implants? A systematic review
ConclusionsThe limited available evidence showed that patient taking antihypertensive medications had comparable success rate and implant stability to patients not taking medications. The studies included patients taking different antihypertensive medications, so a drug-specific conclusion regarding the clinical outcome of dental implants is not possible. Further studies are needed, including patients taking certain antihypertensive medications, to determine their effects on dental implants. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 17, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Are higher odontogenic infection severity scores associated with difficult intubations?
ConclusionOISS ≥ 5 was associated with a higher prevalence of difficult intubations compared to an OISS < 5. OISS may provide clinically relevant data that can be used with established risk factors, laboratory values, and clinical judgment. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 16, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Changes in occlusion after orthognathic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionThe occlusal force increased after orthognathic surgery, although not to the level of the control group; however, the maximal bite force remained unchanged. Immediately after orthognathic surgery, chewing and swallowing forces increased. Significant reductions in the postoperative occlusal contact pressure areas was also observed. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 14, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
Correction to: Suggestion of a new standard in measuring the mandible via MRI and an overview of reference values in young women
(Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - June 10, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
