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View article: The Birmingham Mandible and Mid-face (BruMM) rules: interim data analysis
The Birmingham Mandible and Mid-face (BruMM) rules: interim data analysis Open
Data collection is continuing and initial interim analysis would suggest a sample size of n=252 will be required, assuming a negative scan rate of 55%, to achieve a specificity of 0.90 within ±0.05. We aim to present finalised data in 2025.
View article: Dental prophylaxis and alloplastic temporomandibular joint replacement (TMJR): time for a consensus?
Dental prophylaxis and alloplastic temporomandibular joint replacement (TMJR): time for a consensus? Open
Searches of the literature and current guidelines have revealed inconsistent recommendations regarding dental optimisation prior to alloplastic temporomandibular joint replacement (TMJR). Furthermore, current literature suggests there is n…
View article: At the movies: The changing face of interpersonal violence in cinema
At the movies: The changing face of interpersonal violence in cinema Open
Introduction: The negative effects of media exposure to interpersonal violence (IPV) have been a controversial topic for decades. Our aims were to identify the prevalence and trend of maxillofacialrelated IPV in top grossing movies 50 year…
View article: Senior surgeons as role models in the operating theatre: a thematic analysis through the lens of Aristotelian ethics
Senior surgeons as role models in the operating theatre: a thematic analysis through the lens of Aristotelian ethics Open
Background Surgeons are commonly evaluated by surgical skills and outcomes rather than their character traits. We sought to examine role model behaviours of senior surgeons through the lens of Arostelian (virtue) ethics. Methods Semi-struc…
View article: Indications for replacement after alloplastic temporomandibular joint device failure: a narrative review
Indications for replacement after alloplastic temporomandibular joint device failure: a narrative review Open
Background and Objective: Reports of revision and replacement of modern temporomandibular joint replacement (TMJR) systems are uncommon.When failure does occur its impact, not only on the patient but also healthcare economics, is great.Thi…
View article: Character failings in the surgeon fallen from grace: a thematic analysis of disciplinary hearings against surgeons 2016–2020
Character failings in the surgeon fallen from grace: a thematic analysis of disciplinary hearings against surgeons 2016–2020 Open
Surgeons are commonly evaluated with respect to outcomes and adherence to rules and regulations, rather than a true holistic examination of the character of the surgeon in question. We sought to examine the character failings of surgeons w…
View article: Human disease/clinical medical sciences in dentistry: Current state and future development of undergraduate assessments in the UK and Ireland
Human disease/clinical medical sciences in dentistry: Current state and future development of undergraduate assessments in the UK and Ireland Open
Introduction The United Kingdom and Ireland teachers of Human Disease/Clinical Medical Science for Dentistry (HD/CMSD) group continue to work together and most recently collaborated to review current and future assessments. Materials and m…
View article: The provision of surgical tracheostomies by maxillofacial surgeons in the UK: time for a dedicated tracheostomy team?
The provision of surgical tracheostomies by maxillofacial surgeons in the UK: time for a dedicated tracheostomy team? Open
Surgical tracheostomy is a commonly provided service by surgical teams for patients in intensive care where percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy is contraindicated. A number of factors may interfere with its provision on shared emergency…