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View article: Management Strategies for Isolated Orbital Floor Fractures: A Systematic Review of Clinical Outcomes and Surgical Approaches
Management Strategies for Isolated Orbital Floor Fractures: A Systematic Review of Clinical Outcomes and Surgical Approaches Open
Background/Objectives: Isolated orbital floor fractures are a common consequence of midfacial trauma and are frequently associated with functional and aesthetic complications such as diplopia, enophthalmos, infraorbital hypoesthesia, restr…
View article: Retrospective analysis of surgical treatment of frontobasal fractures with the new bernese skull base fracture score
Retrospective analysis of surgical treatment of frontobasal fractures with the new bernese skull base fracture score Open
The aim of this study is to evaluate the success rate and effectiveness of the subcranial approach for anterior skull base fractures in comparison to findings reported in the literature. Furthermore, a clinical recommendation for this appr…
View article: Uncommon Mandibular Reconstruction With Pedicled Osteomyocutaneous Latissimus Dorsi Flap: Case Experience and Scoping Literature Review
Uncommon Mandibular Reconstruction With Pedicled Osteomyocutaneous Latissimus Dorsi Flap: Case Experience and Scoping Literature Review Open
Background: The treatment of malignancies in the head and neck is challenging not only during primary tumor resection and reconstruction, but also in later settings, especially following complications and adjuvant therapies. Aiming to achi…
View article: Exploring Atypical Origins of Trismus: Surgical Solutions for Rare Pathologies—Insights from Rare Clinical Cases
Exploring Atypical Origins of Trismus: Surgical Solutions for Rare Pathologies—Insights from Rare Clinical Cases Open
Background: Trismus, or restricted mouth opening, can present significant challenges in oral and maxillofacial surgery and trigger substantial functional and psychosocial disabilities. Intra-articular causes, such as temporomandibular join…
View article: Radioactivity levels in the saliva of patients undergoing targeted radioligand therapy with [177Lu]Lu-PSMA-I&T and [177Lu]Lu-DOTA-TOC
Radioactivity levels in the saliva of patients undergoing targeted radioligand therapy with [177Lu]Lu-PSMA-I&T and [177Lu]Lu-DOTA-TOC Open
Objectives The number of patients receiving radioligand therapy (RLT) has risen sharply in recent years. This raises concerns about possible risks to dental healthcare workers due to their exposure to the patients and their saliva. We ther…
View article: Development of an implantable sensor system for in vivo strain, temperature, and pH monitoring: comparative evaluation of titanium and resorbable magnesium plates
Development of an implantable sensor system for in vivo strain, temperature, and pH monitoring: comparative evaluation of titanium and resorbable magnesium plates Open
Biodegradable magnesium is a highly desired material for fracture fixation implants because of its good mechanical properties and ability to completely dissolve in the body over time, eliminating the need for a secondary surgery to remove …
View article: Free Tissue Transfer in Head and Neck Reconstruction: A Multidisciplinary 15-Year Experience
Free Tissue Transfer in Head and Neck Reconstruction: A Multidisciplinary 15-Year Experience Open
Background: Free tissue transfer is considered the gold standard in reconstruction of extensive defects in head and neck surgery. The aim of this 15-year retrospective study is to analyze the outcomes of free tissue transfers in the head a…
View article: Addition of Synthetic Biomaterials to Deproteinized Bovine Bone Mineral (DBBM) for Bone Augmentation—A Preclinical In Vivo Study
Addition of Synthetic Biomaterials to Deproteinized Bovine Bone Mineral (DBBM) for Bone Augmentation—A Preclinical In Vivo Study Open
(1) Aim: To investigate the effect of synthetic bone substitutes, α-tricalcium phosphate (α-TCP) or bi-layered biphasic calcium-phosphate (BBCP) combined with deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM), on bone formation. (2) Methods: Thirty…
View article: Proposed Prediction Model and Nomogram for Systemic Complications in Patients Undergoing Free Flap Head and Neck Reconstruction
Proposed Prediction Model and Nomogram for Systemic Complications in Patients Undergoing Free Flap Head and Neck Reconstruction Open
Postoperative complications in head and neck surgery are well-known, but a predictive model to guide clinicians in free flap reconstructions has not been established. This retrospective single-center observational study assessed 131 patien…
View article: In Vivo Efficacy of Neutrophil-Mediated Bone Regeneration Using a Rabbit Calvarial Defect Model
In Vivo Efficacy of Neutrophil-Mediated Bone Regeneration Using a Rabbit Calvarial Defect Model Open
Reconstruction of bone due to surgical removal or disease-related bony defects is a clinical challenge. It is known that the immune system exerts positive immunomodulatory effects on tissue repair and regeneration. In this study, we evalua…
View article: Impact of Cross-Linking of Collagen Matrices on Tissue Regeneration in a Rabbit Calvarial Bone Defect
Impact of Cross-Linking of Collagen Matrices on Tissue Regeneration in a Rabbit Calvarial Bone Defect Open
The cross-linking of collagen matrices (Cl_CM) may provide volume-stable enhanced defect regeneration when compared to non-cross-linked matrices (Ncl_CM). The aim of the present study was to investigate the bone forming potential of collag…
View article: The application of platelet rich fibrin in patients presenting with osteonecrosis of the jaw: A systematic literature review
The application of platelet rich fibrin in patients presenting with osteonecrosis of the jaw: A systematic literature review Open
The aim of this systematic literature review was to summarise the available evidence regarding the administration of platelet rich fibrin (PRF) in patients diagnosed with osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ). A PRISMA-conform systematic literatu…
View article: The impact of the size of bone substitute granules on macrophage and osteoblast behaviors in vitro
The impact of the size of bone substitute granules on macrophage and osteoblast behaviors in vitro Open
Objective Bone substitute (BS) size might influence the clinical outcomes of guided bone regeneration (GBR) procedures. The aim of the present study was to investigate the influence of BS size on macrophage (Mφ) and osteoblast behaviors in…
View article: Supplementary data - Survival of dental implants and occurrence of osteoradionecrosis in irradiated head and neck cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Supplementary data - Survival of dental implants and occurrence of osteoradionecrosis in irradiated head and neck cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Supplementary data to "Toneatti, D.J., Graf, R.R., Burkhard, JP., Schaller, B. Survival of dental implants and occurrence of osteoradionecrosis in irradiated head and neck cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Oral I…
View article: Risk of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Under Denosumab Compared to Bisphosphonates in Patients With Osteoporosis
Risk of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Under Denosumab Compared to Bisphosphonates in Patients With Osteoporosis Open
Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a rare but serious adverse event associated with antiresorptive treatment. There is little evidence regarding the incidence of ONJ among patients with osteoporosis who are treated with denosumab versus bis…
View article: Cytotoxicity and Gene Expression Changes of a Novel Homeopathic Antiseptic Oral Rinse in Comparison to Chlorhexidine in Gingival Fibroblasts
Cytotoxicity and Gene Expression Changes of a Novel Homeopathic Antiseptic Oral Rinse in Comparison to Chlorhexidine in Gingival Fibroblasts Open
Most available antiseptic solutions available today have strong antibacterial effects, however most also possess major cytotoxic effects on human gingival tissues. The VEGA Oral Care Recovery Kit (StellaLife), previously evaluated in clini…
View article: Violence as the Most Frequent Cause of Oral and Maxillofacial Injuries among the Patients from Low- and Middle-Income Countries—A Retrospective Study at a Level I Trauma University Emergency Department in Switzerland
Violence as the Most Frequent Cause of Oral and Maxillofacial Injuries among the Patients from Low- and Middle-Income Countries—A Retrospective Study at a Level I Trauma University Emergency Department in Switzerland Open
Preventive strategies can be developed by gathering more information about oral and maxillofacial injuries and oral pathologies in immigrants from low- to middle-income countries (LMIC). Additional information on the quality of care can al…
View article: In Vitro Comparison of Macrophage Polarization and Osteoblast Differentiation Potentials between Granules and Block Forms of Deproteinized Bovine Bone Mineral
In Vitro Comparison of Macrophage Polarization and Osteoblast Differentiation Potentials between Granules and Block Forms of Deproteinized Bovine Bone Mineral Open
Deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM) bone grafts are commonly utilized for guided bone regeneration (GBR) techniques in regenerative dentistry. It has been hypothesized that different forms (blocks versus particulates) might demonstrat…
View article: Anaesthetic and Perioperative Management of 14 Male New Zealand White Rabbits for Calvarial Bone Surgery
Anaesthetic and Perioperative Management of 14 Male New Zealand White Rabbits for Calvarial Bone Surgery Open
Calvarial bone surgery on rabbits is frequently performed. This report aims to document a simple and practical anaesthetic and perioperative management for this procedure. Fourteen male New Zealand white rabbits were included in the study.…
View article: Superior bone‐inducing potential of rhBMP9 compared to rhBMP2
Superior bone‐inducing potential of rhBMP9 compared to rhBMP2 Open
In [1], the following grant information was erroneously left out of the funding information. The authors received support from the AO Foundation through grant S-16-105M. This erratum corrects the error. Reference 1. Fujioka-Kobayashi, M., …
View article: Prevalence of Peri-Implantitis in Implants with Turned and Rough Surfaces: a Systematic Review
Prevalence of Peri-Implantitis in Implants with Turned and Rough Surfaces: a Systematic Review Open
Within the limitations of the present study, rough implant surface does not seem to increase the incidence of peri-implantitis in comparison to turned implants surface.
View article: Characteristics, treatment and outcome of bleeding after tooth extraction in patients on DOAC and phenprocoumon compared to non-anticoagulated patients—a retrospective study of emergency department consultations
Characteristics, treatment and outcome of bleeding after tooth extraction in patients on DOAC and phenprocoumon compared to non-anticoagulated patients—a retrospective study of emergency department consultations Open
Caution with delayed bleeding in anticoagulated patients with DOACs and phenprocoumon is necessary and treatment of bleeding is resource-demanding.
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The cover image is based on the Original Research Recombinant human BMP9 (RhBMP9) in comparison with rhBMP2 for ridge augmentation following tooth extraction: An experimental study in the Beagle dog by Nikola Saulacic et al., DOI: 10.1111/…