Improvement on OHRQoL after endodontic treatment associated with aPDT in traumatized primary teeth: a 12-month follow-up case report.

Dental trauma is often associated with a negative impact on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). The management of traumatized teeth is a challenge in the daily pediatric dentistry clinic, due to the sequels generated over time. Pulp necrosis is a frequent sequel that requires a pulpectomy.

Genetic Polymorphism and Expression of Matrix Metalloproteinases and Tissue Inhibitors of Metalloproteinases in Periapical Lesions: Systematic Review.

Introduction: Recent studies involving genetic polymorphism and expression have provided information about their role in periapical lesions. This study aimed to evaluate if there is an association between the genetic polymorphism and gene and protein expressions of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and their inhibitors (TIMPs) in the periapical inflammatory response.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted through a rigorous search in electronic databases as well as a hand search.

Custom-made facemask as a coadjuvant in the postoperative treatment of sport-related facial trauma: Case report.

Maxillofacial injuries are a regular consequence of sport activities that can force athletes to take a long time off from training and competitions. One way to decrease the time that the athlete needs to get back to his or her training exercises after surgery is to use a custom facemask as a coadjuvant in the postoperative recovery phase. This case report describes the case of a 16-year-old male athlete who suffered facial trauma (orbitozygomatic fractures) during a soccer game.