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View article: Operating Microscope in the Analysis of Localized Juvenile Spongiotic Gingival Hyperplasia
Operating Microscope in the Analysis of Localized Juvenile Spongiotic Gingival Hyperplasia Open
The aim of this study was to describe the clinical microscopic features of localized juvenile spongiotic gingival hyperplasia (LJSGH) using an operating microscope (OM), a non‐invasive technique rarely applied to oral mucosal lesions. An 1…
View article: Oral Hairy Leukoplakia: A Rare Involvement in a Patient with Polycythemia Vera
Oral Hairy Leukoplakia: A Rare Involvement in a Patient with Polycythemia Vera Open
Although there have been some reports of oral hairy leukoplakia (OHL) in patients with hematologic neoplasms, to the best of our knowledge, this study is the first to report this lesion affecting a patient with polycythemia vera. A 54-year…
View article: Severe Palatal Myiasis in a Young Patient With Neurological and Physical Disabilities: A Case Report
Severe Palatal Myiasis in a Young Patient With Neurological and Physical Disabilities: A Case Report Open
Aims Myiasis can be particularly debilitating in pediatric patients with neurological impairments, as communication challenges in expressing symptoms may delay diagnosis and appropriate treatment. We report a case of palatal myiasis in a y…
View article: Zygomatic osteotomy for improving aesthetic results in orthognathic surgery: a report of two cases
Zygomatic osteotomy for improving aesthetic results in orthognathic surgery: a report of two cases Open
Patients with anteroposterior maxillary deficiency and mandibular prognathism associated with a long-face pattern exhibit reduced anterior and lateral projection of the zygomaticomaxillary complex. Several techniques have been combined wit…
View article: Therapeutic Approach to Odontogenic Cervicofacial Necrotising Fasciitis: An Unusual Case Report
Therapeutic Approach to Odontogenic Cervicofacial Necrotising Fasciitis: An Unusual Case Report Open
Background The necrotising fasciitis is a severe and progressive infection of the superficial fascia and the adjacent subcutaneous tissues. The involvement of the head and neck regions is rare and associated with high rates of mortality. T…
View article: Giant oral lipoma: a rare case report involving the masseter muscle
Giant oral lipoma: a rare case report involving the masseter muscle Open
Lipoma is a benign neoplasm that primarily affects middle-aged individuals and is rare in the maxillomandibular region.Most lipomas are between 2 and 15 mm in diameter. Although rare, they can reach large dimensions and cause aesthetic and…
View article: Is Surgical Removal of Asymptomatic Third Molars in the Horizontal III-C Position Advisable? A Pilot Study of Tomographic Evaluation
Is Surgical Removal of Asymptomatic Third Molars in the Horizontal III-C Position Advisable? A Pilot Study of Tomographic Evaluation Open
Analysis of cone-beam computed tomography parasagittal sections of third molars classified in horizontal III-C position, revealed proximity of impacted teeth to the mandibular canal roof, mainly in the midline between the buccal and lingua…
View article: Odontogenic onset mucormycosis in a post-COVID-19 diabetic patient: an unusual report
Odontogenic onset mucormycosis in a post-COVID-19 diabetic patient: an unusual report Open
Fungal infections associated with COVID-19 have been responsible for exacerbating the course of the disease, with mucormycosis being one of the main reported conditions. Although dental involvement is commonly considered an extension of rh…
View article: Extensive vascular malformation in the face treated by sclerotherapy with 5% ethanolamine oleate foam
Extensive vascular malformation in the face treated by sclerotherapy with 5% ethanolamine oleate foam Open
Background and Aim The approach to vascular malformations in the face is a challenging step for professionals involved in the treatment of these anomalies. The objective is to describe a rare case of extensive vascular malformation in the …
View article: Gingival cyst of the adult
Gingival cyst of the adult Open
The gingival cyst of the adult (GCA) is a rare odontogenic cyst, consisting of 0.3% of all odontogenic cysts. This case report, based on CARE guidelines for case reports, aims to present a case of a 52-year-old female patient with a sympto…
View article: Le Fort I osteotomy for removal of an odontoma from the maxillary sinus: a case report and literature review
Le Fort I osteotomy for removal of an odontoma from the maxillary sinus: a case report and literature review Open
Odontoma is a common odontogenic tumour in the maxilla-mandibular region, but whose occurrence is rare within the maxillary sinus. The objective of the present study was to report a case of surgical removal of an extensive complex odontoma…
View article: Radiographic assessment of different autogenous bone grafts in the alveolar cleft: a retrospective longitudinal study
Radiographic assessment of different autogenous bone grafts in the alveolar cleft: a retrospective longitudinal study Open
Purpose: To assess feasibility and maintenance of bone after alveolar cleft reconstructions using graft from iliac crest and mandibular synthesis. Methods: 51 alveolar clefts grafted with iliac crest and 51 ones grafted with mandibular sym…
View article: Perspectives on the teaching of Occupational Dentistry according to university curricula in Southeast Brazil
Perspectives on the teaching of Occupational Dentistry according to university curricula in Southeast Brazil Open
Our analysis allowed the investigation of the overall inclusion of Occupational Dentistry in the curriculum of Dentistry courses in Southeast Brazil. Only a small percentage of universities (6.9%), mostly private, included the subject in t…
View article: Hepatite B: um alerta aos cirurgiões-dentistas
Hepatite B: um alerta aos cirurgiões-dentistas Open
Aim: Despite the availability and guidance regarding the hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccination, it is observed that the vaccine coverage and knowledge among dental professionals are not satisfactory, especially in developing countries. As a …
View article: Oral Lesions Associated with Post-COVID-19: Disease Sequels or Secondary Infection?
Oral Lesions Associated with Post-COVID-19: Disease Sequels or Secondary Infection? Open
The aim of this study was to report the presentation of oral lesions found in a post-COVID-19 patient. A 78-year-old female patient fifteen days post-COVID-19, confirmed through the PCR test, had pain in the mouth with a Visual Analogue Sc…
View article: Medical emergencies teaching in dentistry undergraduate courses in southeastern Brazil
Medical emergencies teaching in dentistry undergraduate courses in southeastern Brazil Open
Aim: The aim of this study is to offer an overview of the MedicalEmergencies (ME) discipline offer in Dentistry graduations insoutheastern Brazil and to observe the curricular characteristicsof the discipline when present. Methods: This cr…