Maxillary Sinus Elevation by Crestal Window: Influence of 3D Sinus Size on Bone Regeneration-A Retrospective Clinical and Histologic Evaluation.

This evaluation correlates maxillary sinus 3D morphology with bone regeneration. In 39 patients with crestal bone ≤ 2 mm, mineralized human bone allografts were used to augment the sinus floor through the crestal window sinus elevation approach. CBCT was used to measure the buccopalatal diameter (BPD), mesiodistal diameter (MDD), and hemi-ellipsoidal volume (Vh) in all sinuses.

External validation of a clinical prediction tool for the use of manual therapy for patients with temporomandibular disorders: a protocol for a prospective observational study.

Introduction: Clinical guidelines recommend conservative treatment for the management of temporomandibular disorders (TMD), and manual therapy directed to temporomandibular structures is commonly applied to reduce pain and improve function. In a recent prospective study, we developed a clinical prediction tool based on an array of predictors to identify people with TMD who are likely to experience significant pain relief and functional improvements following a programme of manual therapies (MTP) applied to temporomandibular structures. The purpose of this study is to externally validate in a different sample (temporal validation) the prediction model obtained in the initial study.

Significant association between FGFR1 mutation frequency and age in central giant cell granuloma.

Central giant cell granulomas (CGCG) are rare intraosseous osteolytic lesions of uncertain aetiology. Despite the benign nature of this neoplasia, the lesions can rapidly grow and become large, painful, invasive, and destructive. The identification of molecular drivers could help in the selection of targeted therapies for specific cases.

The impact of Covid-19-related distress on general health, oral behaviour, psychosocial features, disability and pain intensity in a cohort of Italian patients with temporomandibular disorders.

This study aimed to understand the impact of COVID-19 distress on psychological status, features of central sensitization and facial pain severity in people with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). In this prospective cohort study, 45 adults (19 chronic, 26 acute/subacute TMD) were recruited prior to the COVID-19 outbreak. Baseline assessment took place before the outbreak while a follow-up was performed immediately after the lockdown period.

Predictors of pain reduction following manual therapy in patients with temporomandibular disorders: a protocol for a prospective observational study.

Introduction: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are principally characterised by pain in the craniomandibular area and probable limitations of jaw opening. Manual therapy, like other recommended conservative treatments included in clinical guidelines, is commonly used to treat patients with TMD to reduce pain and improve function. However, outcomes may be variable.

The arrhinias: Proboscis lateralis literature review and surgical update.

Proboscis lateralis (PL) is a rare malformation, reported for the first time in 1861 by Forster in his monograph on congenital malformations of the human body. The abnormal side of the nose is represented by a tube-like rudimentary nasal structure, attached at any point along the embryonic fusion line between the anterior maxilla and the frontonasal processes. As clefts of the lip (and alveolus) are bilateral or unilateral, an arrhinia can be bilateral (total) or unilateral.

Speed bleaching: the importance of temporary filling with hermetic sealing.

The aim of this study was to demonstrate the influence of an adhesive temporary restoration on the effectiveness of the bleaching reaction, regardless of the concentration of the bleaching agent used. Every clinician involved in conservative dentistry understands the incompatibility between 'chemical bond' and 'oxygen.' This awareness often influences clinicians to decide on a temporary 'mechanical retention' filling that is unable to prevent the escape of oxygen ions, forcing the patient into more sessions and therefore raising the risk of complications.

Autologous Fat Transfer for Facial Augmentation: Surgery and Regeneration.

Autologous fat transfer (AFT) is a well-established and safe surgical technique in which autologous fat tissue is injected at a defective site directly after its harvesting and centrifugation. Initially used as an excellent filler for facial enhancement and rejuvenation, AFT has evolved over the years into more complex reconstructive procedures. Autologous fat transfer is now additionally used for correcting and restoring cranial and maxillofacial volume defects resulting from traumas, tumors, or congenital disorders.

Flapless Versus Traditional Dental Implant Surgery: Long-Term Evaluation of Crestal Bone Resorption.

Purpose: The literature reports that flapless compared with traditional implant surgery can be associated with several advantages, including the maintenance of peri-implant hard tissues. This study investigated vertical bone resorption during long-term follow-up after implant placement with flapless versus traditional surgery.

Material And Methods: In this prospective, randomized controlled clinical trial, 40 patients underwent implant placement at the Maxillofacial Department Surgery of the Istituto Stomatologico Italiano Hospital in Milan, Italy.

A novel silicon-based electrochemical treatment to improve osteointegration of titanium implants.

Background: Titanium and its alloy represent the most commonly used biomaterials worldwide designed for bone-contact under-load applications, which often require specific mechanical properties. In particular, a large number of different biomimetic surface treatments have been developed to speed up the osteointegration process, which facilitates a reduction in recovery time.

Purpose: The aim of this work is to investigate the physical-chemical, mechanical and bioactivity properties of an innovative biomimetic treatment on titanium performed using Anodic Spark Deposition (ASD) electrochemical treatment.

Clinical and radiographic evaluation of immediately loaded one-piece implants placed into fresh extraction sockets.

Objective: To assess clinical survival and success rates of one-piece implants placed at the time of tooth extraction with immediate provisionalization and to evaluate radiographic peri-implant bone loss around one-piece implants 1 year after functional loading.

Method And Materials: Forty-six patients (20 men and 26 women) with a mean age of 45.5 years (range, 24 to 74 years) were recruited from four centers for this case series report.