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View article: Editorial: Updates and Challenges in Maxillofacial Surgery
Editorial: Updates and Challenges in Maxillofacial Surgery Open
Oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) is a rapidly evolving specialty that includes a wide variety of subspecialties, all of which are equally innovative in advancing OMFS [...]
View article: True Allergies to Articaine: A 25-Year Analysis
True Allergies to Articaine: A 25-Year Analysis Open
Background: Although allergic reactions to amide local anesthetics (LA) are rare, it is important for medical professionals to be aware of their potential occurrence. Despite the fact that articaine is one of the most commonly used LA in d…
View article: Facial trauma management: A nationwide data collection on practice patterns and patient care in oral and maxillofacial surgery in Germany
Facial trauma management: A nationwide data collection on practice patterns and patient care in oral and maxillofacial surgery in Germany Open
This study aims to analyze facial trauma management, practice patterns, and patient care in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) in Germany by using a dynamic online questionnaire with up to 54 questions. The survey, comprising single/mul…
View article: Can provision of additional arthroscopic video material improve accuracy of assessment of temporomandibular joint disorders by dental Non-experts vs. MRI alone: An exploratory study in 3rd to 5th year German dental students
Can provision of additional arthroscopic video material improve accuracy of assessment of temporomandibular joint disorders by dental Non-experts vs. MRI alone: An exploratory study in 3rd to 5th year German dental students Open
Purpose This exploratory study aimed to determine whether non-experts in the field of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are capable of correctly assessing various intra-articular TMDs based on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and whether…
View article: Occurrence of Jaw Osteonecrosis and Frequency of Prophylactic Tooth Extractions Prior to Head and Neck Radiotherapy: A Retrospective Study of 497 Irradiated Patients
Occurrence of Jaw Osteonecrosis and Frequency of Prophylactic Tooth Extractions Prior to Head and Neck Radiotherapy: A Retrospective Study of 497 Irradiated Patients Open
Background/Objectives: This retrospective study examined the relationship between prophylactic tooth extraction (PTE) and the occurrence of jaw osteoradionecrosis (JORN) in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy (HNR). The primary …
View article: Epidemiologic trends and increasing inequalities in orthognathic surgery in Germany: a nationwide analysis 2005–2022
Epidemiologic trends and increasing inequalities in orthognathic surgery in Germany: a nationwide analysis 2005–2022 Open
Orthognathic surgery (OS) has become a widely used treatment option for moderate to severe dento-skeletal malocclusions. The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence and time trends of OS and potential influencing factors in the Germ…
View article: Risk Factors and Impact of Intra-Articular Scarring After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Mandibular Condylar Head Fractures—A Prospective Analysis
Risk Factors and Impact of Intra-Articular Scarring After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Mandibular Condylar Head Fractures—A Prospective Analysis Open
Background: During the routine removal of osteosynthesis materials after surgical treatment (ORIF) of condylar head fractures (CHFs), as performed at our clinic, localised and sometimes pronounced intra-articular scarring were observed qui…
View article: Surgical approaches for condylar fractures: An analysis of the advantages of transmeatal retroauricular access
Surgical approaches for condylar fractures: An analysis of the advantages of transmeatal retroauricular access Open
Since the beginning of the 20th century, surgical techniques have greatly improved to provide more effective surgical treatment, minimise transoperative time, and restore function. When it comes to facial fractures, it is extremely importa…
View article: Epidemiologic Trends in Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery in Germany—Insights from the National DRG Database 2005–2022
Epidemiologic Trends in Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery in Germany—Insights from the National DRG Database 2005–2022 Open
Background: Maxillofacial trauma (MFT) caused by falls, interpersonal violence or traffic accidents leading to fractures of different facial regions, including the midface and the mandible, are common clinical conditions requiring open red…
View article: Arthroscopic Assessment of Temporomandibular Joint Pathologies—Is It Possible for Non-Specialists in Arthroscopy? Analysis of Variability and Reliability of Dental Students’ Ratings after a Comprehensive One-Semester Introduction
Arthroscopic Assessment of Temporomandibular Joint Pathologies—Is It Possible for Non-Specialists in Arthroscopy? Analysis of Variability and Reliability of Dental Students’ Ratings after a Comprehensive One-Semester Introduction Open
Background: Arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) plays a long-established role in the diagnostics and therapy of patients suffering from arthrogenic temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), which do not respond adequately to conserv…
View article: Cephalometric Screening Assessment for Superior Airway Space Narrowing—Added Value of Three-Dimensional Imaging
Cephalometric Screening Assessment for Superior Airway Space Narrowing—Added Value of Three-Dimensional Imaging Open
Background: Assessing the morphology of the superior airway space is a crucial diagnostic step in the treatment planning of patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) or prior to orthognathic surgery. The aim of this study is to…
View article: Influence of preoperative anatomy and functional status on outcomes after total temporomandibular joint replacement with patient-specific endoprostheses: A retrospective cohort study
Influence of preoperative anatomy and functional status on outcomes after total temporomandibular joint replacement with patient-specific endoprostheses: A retrospective cohort study Open
The use of PSEs for TMJ replacement has enabled the restoration of anatomical relationships in complex clinical cases and an improvement in mouth opening. The preoperative MIO was the only factor that significantly influenced long-term fun…
View article: Factors Affecting the Duration of Surgery in the Management of Condylar Head Fractures
Factors Affecting the Duration of Surgery in the Management of Condylar Head Fractures Open
Prolonged operation times should be avoided due to the associated complications and negative effects on the efficiency of the use of operating room resources. Surgical treatment of mandibular condylar head fractures is a well-established r…
View article: A large animal model of periodontal defects in bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: a comparison of clinical and radiological findings
A large animal model of periodontal defects in bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: a comparison of clinical and radiological findings Open
Evaluating residual defects in bone blocks from sheep using CBCT analysis was found to be as effective as a clinical examination conducted by specialists in oral and maxillofacial surgery. The strong correlation between radiological findin…
View article: Controversial Aspects of Diagnostics and Therapy of Idiopathic Condylar Resorption: An Analysis of Evidence- and Consensus-Based Recommendations Based on an Interdisciplinary Guideline Project
Controversial Aspects of Diagnostics and Therapy of Idiopathic Condylar Resorption: An Analysis of Evidence- and Consensus-Based Recommendations Based on an Interdisciplinary Guideline Project Open
Idiopathic condylar resorption (ICR), though a rare event, is associated with severe detrimental sequelae for the patient. To date, the etiology remains unknown, and treatment strategies are highly controversial. Therefore, the aim of this…
View article: Adjuvant Radiotherapy in Patients with Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Oral Cavity or Oropharynx and Solitary Ipsilateral Lymph Node Metastasis (pN1)—A Prospective Multicentric Cohort Study
Adjuvant Radiotherapy in Patients with Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Oral Cavity or Oropharynx and Solitary Ipsilateral Lymph Node Metastasis (pN1)—A Prospective Multicentric Cohort Study Open
(1) Background: Evaluation of impact of adjuvant radiation therapy (RT) in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity/oropharynx (OSCC) of up to 4 cm (pT1/pT2) and solitary ipsilateral lymph node metastasis (pN1). A non-…
View article: Does Training Background Influence Outcomes after Coronal Scalp Incision for Treating Craniomaxillofacial Injuries?: A German Pilot Study
Does Training Background Influence Outcomes after Coronal Scalp Incision for Treating Craniomaxillofacial Injuries?: A German Pilot Study Open
Objectives To examine outcomes of the coronal scalp approach to craniomaxillofacial (CMF) fractures performed by oral-maxillofacial or craniofacial plastic surgery residents (OMFS/CFPS-Rs) vs. trauma surgery residents (TS-Rs), and to deter…
View article: Dental Screening Including Panoramic Radiograph for Gorlin-Goltz Syndrome in Patients With Multiple Basal Cell Carcinomas
Dental Screening Including Panoramic Radiograph for Gorlin-Goltz Syndrome in Patients With Multiple Basal Cell Carcinomas Open
Purpose To answer the following clinical research question: “Among patients with multiple basal cell carcinomas (mBCCs), can panoramic radiograph (PaR) facilitate the diagnosis of Gorlin-Goltz syndrome (GGS)?” Methods This retrospective st…
View article: Length of hospital stay and complications of mini-facelift versus modified Blair incision for parotid abscess drainage
Length of hospital stay and complications of mini-facelift versus modified Blair incision for parotid abscess drainage Open
Given no different LHS and complication risks, MFL can replace MBI for ASA I-II adult patients undergoing PAD.
View article: Indications for alloplastic temporomandibular joint replacement in maxillofacial trauma—an analysis of condylar trauma patients with scoping review of the literature
Indications for alloplastic temporomandibular joint replacement in maxillofacial trauma—an analysis of condylar trauma patients with scoping review of the literature Open
Background: We undertook a review of the literature to assess the role of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) replacement (TMJR) in maxillofacial trauma and examined our own experience of temporomandibular joint bony complications. Methods: A sc…
View article: Can aerosols-generating dental, oral and maxillofacial, and orthopedic surgical procedures lead to disease transmission? An implication on the current COVID-19 pandemic
Can aerosols-generating dental, oral and maxillofacial, and orthopedic surgical procedures lead to disease transmission? An implication on the current COVID-19 pandemic Open
Various dental, maxillofacial, and orthopedic surgical procedures (DMOSP) have been known to produce bioaerosols, that can lead to the transmission of various infectious diseases. Hence, a systematic review (SR) aimed at generating evidenc…
View article: The importin beta superfamily member RanBP17 exhibits a role in cell proliferation and is associated with improved survival of patients with HPV+ HNSCC
The importin beta superfamily member RanBP17 exhibits a role in cell proliferation and is associated with improved survival of patients with HPV+ HNSCC Open
Background More than twenty years after its discovery, the role of the importin beta superfamily member Ran GTP-binding protein (RanBP) 17 is still ill defined. Previously, we observed notable RanBP17 RNA expression levels in head and neck…