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View article: Automatic Apparent Nasal Index from Single Facial Photographs Using a Lightweight Deep Learning Pipeline: A Pilot Study
Automatic Apparent Nasal Index from Single Facial Photographs Using a Lightweight Deep Learning Pipeline: A Pilot Study Open
Background and Objectives: Quantifying nasal proportions is central to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, yet manual measurements are time-consuming and variable. We sought to develop a simple, reproducible deep learning pipeline t…
View article: Effect of nasogastric tube feeding on oral wound healing and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) after surgery for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ)
Effect of nasogastric tube feeding on oral wound healing and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) after surgery for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) Open
Background In patients with medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), the use of nasogastric tubes (NGTs) after surgery is recommended to allow adequate nutrition without food interfering with oral wound healing. However, NGT th…
View article: Usage of Object Matching Algorithms Combined with Mixed Reality for Enhanced Decision Making in Orbital Reconstruction—A Technical Note
Usage of Object Matching Algorithms Combined with Mixed Reality for Enhanced Decision Making in Orbital Reconstruction—A Technical Note Open
This technical note describes the usage of object matching to virtually compare different modes of reconstruction in orbital trauma and display the results to the surgeon and the patient pre-operatively via mixed reality devices for enhanc…
View article: Schwellung und Ausschlag im Gesicht – ein ungewöhnlicher Fall
Schwellung und Ausschlag im Gesicht – ein ungewöhnlicher Fall Open
View article: #OMFSurgery: analyzing the use of social media applications in oral and maxillofacial surgery resident training
#OMFSurgery: analyzing the use of social media applications in oral and maxillofacial surgery resident training Open
Background Despite its increasing popularity, to our knowledge the use of social media applications (SM) for residents’ training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) has not been investigated yet. The aim of this study was to evaluate …
View article: Metallic Artifact Reduction in Midfacial CT Scans Using Patient-Specific Polymer Implants Enhances Image Quality
Metallic Artifact Reduction in Midfacial CT Scans Using Patient-Specific Polymer Implants Enhances Image Quality Open
Midfacial reconstruction after tumor resection surgery is commonly conducted by using autologous bone grafts or alloplastic implants. Titanium is the most frequently used osteosynthesis material in these cases but causes disturbing metalli…
View article: Plasma Electrolytic Polished Patient-Specific Orbital Implants in Clinical Use—A Technical Note
Plasma Electrolytic Polished Patient-Specific Orbital Implants in Clinical Use—A Technical Note Open
This technical note describes the technique of plasma electrolytic polishing on orbital patient-specific implants and demonstrates clinical handling and use by the insertion of a plasma electrolytic polished orbital implant into a patient.
View article: The Effectiveness of a Four-Week Online Mindfulness Training Course on Individual Mindfulness Skills and Personal Perception of Stress in Company Employees Working from Home
The Effectiveness of a Four-Week Online Mindfulness Training Course on Individual Mindfulness Skills and Personal Perception of Stress in Company Employees Working from Home Open
Working from home comes with many benefits. However, employees are often exposed to various stressors when working outside of the traditional workplace environment. The subjective experience of these stressors is related to one’s perceptio…
View article: When Do Narcissists Burn Out? The Bright and Dark Side of Narcissism in Surgeons
When Do Narcissists Burn Out? The Bright and Dark Side of Narcissism in Surgeons Open
This study addresses narcissism as an important psychological factor for the prediction of burnout. Previous research has produced inconsistent findings on whether narcissism is beneficial or detrimental to the development of burnout which…
View article: Simultaneous PSI-Based Orthognathic and PEEK Bone Augmentation Surgery Leads to Improved Symmetric Facial Appearance in Craniofacial Malformations
Simultaneous PSI-Based Orthognathic and PEEK Bone Augmentation Surgery Leads to Improved Symmetric Facial Appearance in Craniofacial Malformations Open
(1) The aim of the present study was to compare the outcome of facial symmetry after simultaneous digitally planned patient-specific implant (PSI-) based orthognathic surgery and polyether ether ketone (PEEK) bone augmentation in patients …
View article: Lethal Aeromonas veronii Sepsis in the Course of Medicinal Leech Therapy
Lethal Aeromonas veronii Sepsis in the Course of Medicinal Leech Therapy Open
A patient with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) underwent complex surgical tumor therapy, including the reconstruction of soft tissues using a radial forearm flap. Due to venous congestion that could only partly be resolved by revision …
View article: Impact of machined versus structured implant shoulder designs on crestal bone level changes: a randomized, controlled, multicenter study
Impact of machined versus structured implant shoulder designs on crestal bone level changes: a randomized, controlled, multicenter study Open
Purpose The collar region of an implant is its connection to the oral cavity. A balance between osseointegration on one hand and the absence of plaque accumulation on the other hand is necessary for successful implantation. It is yet to be…
View article: Influence of Xenogeneic and Alloplastic Carriers for Bone Augmentation on Human Unrestricted Somatic Stem Cells
Influence of Xenogeneic and Alloplastic Carriers for Bone Augmentation on Human Unrestricted Somatic Stem Cells Open
Alloplastic and xenogeneic bone grafting materials are frequently used for bone augmentation. The effect of these materials on precursor cells for bone augmentation is yet to be determined. The aim of this study was to ascertain, in vitro,…
View article: Primary Orbital Reconstruction with Selective Laser Melting (SLM) of Patient-Specific Implants (PSIs): An Overview of 96 Surgically Treated Patients
Primary Orbital Reconstruction with Selective Laser Melting (SLM) of Patient-Specific Implants (PSIs): An Overview of 96 Surgically Treated Patients Open
Contemporary advances in technology have allowed the transfer of knowledge from industrial laser melting systems to surgery; such an approach could increase the degree of accuracy in orbital restoration. The aim of this study was to examin…
View article: Mechanical Fatigue Performance of Patient-Specific Polymer Plates in Oncologic Mandible Reconstruction
Mechanical Fatigue Performance of Patient-Specific Polymer Plates in Oncologic Mandible Reconstruction Open
Mandible defects are conventionally reconstructed using titanium plates. However, titanium causes metallic artifacts which impair radiological imaging. This study aims at evaluating mechanical fatigue of radiolucent fiber-reinforced polyet…
View article: OMFSurgery: Analyzing the use of social media applications in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery resident training
OMFSurgery: Analyzing the use of social media applications in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery resident training Open
Background: Despite its increasing popularity, to our knowledge the use of social media applications (SM) for residents’ training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) has not been investigated yet. The aim of this study was to evaluate…
View article: Analysis of Spontaneous and Induced Osteogenic Differentiation in 3D-micromasses of Human Multipotent Stem Cells
Analysis of Spontaneous and Induced Osteogenic Differentiation in 3D-micromasses of Human Multipotent Stem Cells Open
DAG is a strong initiator of osteogenic differentiation. The PI3K/Akt-pathway inhibitor and the ERK-pathway inhibitor, FR180204, control osteogenic differentiation of 3D-micromasses. These results may facilitate preconditioning of cell cul…
View article: Genetic analysis of single disseminated tumor cells in the lymph nodes and bone marrow of patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma
Genetic analysis of single disseminated tumor cells in the lymph nodes and bone marrow of patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma Open
Considering the limited information on the biology and molecular characteristics of disseminated tumor cells (DTCs) in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), we examined the genomic alterations in DTCs from HNSCCs and their potenti…
View article: Accuracy in positioning of dental X-ray images – A comparative study of a portable X-ray device and a wall-mounted device
Accuracy in positioning of dental X-ray images – A comparative study of a portable X-ray device and a wall-mounted device Open
Handheld dental X-ray devices appear to provide a high degree of accuracy in image positioning, especially in regard to proper perpendicular image angulation.
View article: The use of solvent-preserved human and bovine cancellous bone blocks for lateral defect augmentation - an experimental controlled study in vivo
The use of solvent-preserved human and bovine cancellous bone blocks for lateral defect augmentation - an experimental controlled study in vivo Open
View article: Sialolithiasis: retrospective analysis of the effect of an escalating treatment algorithm on patient-perceived health-related quality of life
Sialolithiasis: retrospective analysis of the effect of an escalating treatment algorithm on patient-perceived health-related quality of life Open
View article: Is the prediction of one or two ipsilateral positive lymph nodes by computerized tomography and ultrasound reliable enough to restrict therapeutic neck dissection in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) patients?
Is the prediction of one or two ipsilateral positive lymph nodes by computerized tomography and ultrasound reliable enough to restrict therapeutic neck dissection in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) patients? Open
View article: Navigated Recovery of Fractured Dental Injection Needles: Case Report and Suggestions for Management during Pandemic Crises
Navigated Recovery of Fractured Dental Injection Needles: Case Report and Suggestions for Management during Pandemic Crises Open
Dislocation of a fractured hypodermic needle is a complication requiring immediate and adequate emergency treatment. In this case report, 3D navigation is evaluated for its use to recover a quickly moving fractured needle. The needle was r…
View article: Multiple recurrent follicular dendritic cell sarcoma: A case report
Multiple recurrent follicular dendritic cell sarcoma: A case report Open
Tumors of the follicular dendritic cells (FDC-Sarcoma) represent a rare entity with only about 200 cases reported worldwide. The majority (60%) of cases arise primarily in cervical, abdominal or axillar lymph nodes, but extra nodal origin …
View article: Computer-Assisted Secondary Orbital Reconstruction
Computer-Assisted Secondary Orbital Reconstruction Open
Study Design: This study presents a case-control study of 33 patients who underwent secondary orbital reconstruction, evaluating techniques and outcome. Objective: Adequate functional and aesthetical appearance are main goals for secondary…
View article: Image quality of a portable X-ray device (Nomad Pro 2) compared to a wall-mounted device in intraoral radiography
Image quality of a portable X-ray device (Nomad Pro 2) compared to a wall-mounted device in intraoral radiography Open
View article: Release kinetics of the model protein FITC-BSA from different polymer-coated bovine bone substitutes
Release kinetics of the model protein FITC-BSA from different polymer-coated bovine bone substitutes Open
View article: Evaluation of the oral health-related quality of life in patients with odontogenic fascial space abscesses and underlying conditions – a prospective questionnaire-based study
Evaluation of the oral health-related quality of life in patients with odontogenic fascial space abscesses and underlying conditions – a prospective questionnaire-based study Open
Trial registration: Central Study Register of the University Hospital Duesseldorf, Registration-ID: 2016085405 . Registered 24 August 2016.
View article: Evaluation of Biocompatibility of Different Membrane Surfaces Using Unrestricted Somatic Stem Cells
Evaluation of Biocompatibility of Different Membrane Surfaces Using Unrestricted Somatic Stem Cells Open
This study shows that USSCs can be used for assessments of biocompatibility, and that absorbable membranes with collagenous composition and porous structure tend to positively impact biocompatibility and enhance cell proliferation.
View article: Influence of Schneiderian Membrane Perforations on the Prognosis and Outcomes of Lateral Window Sinus Lift Operations: A Retrospective Case Series Study
Influence of Schneiderian Membrane Perforations on the Prognosis and Outcomes of Lateral Window Sinus Lift Operations: A Retrospective Case Series Study Open
Introduction: This study analyzed the influence of Schneiderian membrane perforations covered with collagen membranes on the success of augmentation and implantation as well as the influences of smoking, radiation and chemotherapy. Patient…