Large Complex Odontoma in the Angulus Mandibulae - Intraoral Enucleation as an Alternative to Mandibular Continuity Resection.

Background: Odontomas are among the most common odontogenic tumors and are generally considered as hamartomatous odontogenic lesions. These tumors can be histopathologically divided into complex odontomas and compound odontomas based on their composition. Odontomas show a slow growing behavior and typically lack characteristic symptoms.

Accuracy in the Diagnostics of Styloid Process - Panoramic Radiograph Computed Tomography: A Comparative Study.

Background/aim: The styloid process (SP) becomes clinically relevant when it shows enlargement (>30 mm) in the sense of an elongated SP (ESP) and/or increasing calcification leading to Eagle Syndrome (ES). Panoramic radiograph (PR) or computed tomography (CT) are part of the routine diagnostics in ES. Currently, CT is considered the gold standard.

The "Lumpy Jaw" Disease-Treatment and Diagnostical Challenge of Actinomycotic Osteomyelitis.

Background: Osteomyelitis is a serious entity that can occur in many different locations. Especially in the mandible, osteomyelitis can show different clinical courses, which differ clearly from other anatomical regions in terms of severity and treatment. Osteomyelitis in the mandible is often caused by mixed species of the oral cavity.

Risk factor analysis for perioperative complications in impacted third molar surgery - a single center experience.

Background: The surgical removal of impacted third molars is usually carried out by an oral/maxillofacial surgeon. Two specific risks of surgical removal of impacted third molars are oroantral communication (OAC) when extracting ​​upper third molars and hypesthesia of the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) ​​when extracting lower third molars. The aim of this study is to determine the distribution of complications in deeply impacted third molar surgery, to identify specific risk factors influencing the most common perioperative (OAC, IAN hypesthesia) and to compare these results with other studies.

Temporalis Flap for Soft Palate Reconstruction - More than an Alternative for Patients Unsuitable for Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery.

Background/aim: The treatment of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) in the oral cavity for operable patients usually consists of surgical tumor resection, unilateral or bilateral neck dissection and defect reconstruction. In addition to local flaps, multiple, particularly microsurgical, distant flaps have been developed, which are mainly considered state of the art reconstruction. However, depending on previous operations and individual patient factors, microsurgical reconstruction is sometimes not suitable.

Distribution and impaction patterns of third molars in a sample of German population: Retrospective analysis in a high turnover maxillofacial department.

Background: The surgical removal of impacted third molars is considered a routine procedure for oral and maxillofacial surgeons. However, the distribution of impacted molars varies among different populations. A study into impaction patterns in the German population is currently not described.

Septic Cervicofacial Phlegmon Following Basal Cell Carcinoma Excision: Life-threatening Complication of Routine Operation in Maxillofacial Surgery?

Background/aim: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a frequent tumor entity, especially in the facial region. The standard therapy for BCC is surgical tumor excision which is generally a low-risk procedure. One of the life-threatening surgical risks and complications when removing BCC in the facial area is infection with the possibility to spread across the deep neck spaces as well as systemic inflammation (sepsis).

Treatment Challenges in Soft Tissue Reconstruction in Patients With MRONJ - The Nasolabial Flap.

Background/aim: Antiresorptive drugs (e.g., bisphosphonates, denosumab) are crucial in the treatment of oncological diseases.

Subacute Actinomycotic Osteomyelitis of the Mandible - An Underreported Disease?

Background/aim: Cervicofacial actinomycosis is a rare entity. The manifestation of this disease in the context of osteomyelitis in the mandible is even rarer.

Case Report: This case report describes a 70-year-old female with a painful swelling in the left mandible.

Chronic Maxillary Sinusitis Caused by an Aspergilloma in the Context of Inadequately Treated Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

Background/aim: The prevalence of chronic sinusitis (CS) in Europe is greater than 10%. The causes of CS are diverse. In some cases, dental treatment in the maxilla as well as fungal infection, such as aspergilloma, can lead to CS.

Giant Cell Angiofibroma in the Buccal Mucosa - A Rising Entity?

Background: Tumors of the oral cavity must be differentiated into benign and malignant. Rare tumors must also be considered throughout the differential diagnosis when dealing with pathologic changes in the oral mucosa. Examples of rare benign tumors within the oral cavity are solitary fibrous tumors (SFTs).

Fulminant Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Maxillary Sinus - A Rare Finding: Case Report.

Background: The most common malignant tumor of the small salivary glands in the head and neck region is adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACK). The most common localization of ACK is the hard palate. ACK does not show any sex predisposition and is mainly diagnosed in middle-aged patients.

Online survey among maritime pilots: job-related stress and strain and the effects on their work ability.

Background: Maritime pilots often navigate ships through challenging waterways. The required 24 h standby rotation system (ROS) poses a stressful working situation. This study aims to describe the current job-related stress and strain among maritime pilots and the effects on their work ability, taking into account the different rotation systems.

Work profile of maritime pilots in Germany.

Long and irregular shifts, unforeseeable operations and high responsibility are still prominent in the job of a pilot and pose high psycho-physical demands. Furthermore, there is a disturbed work-family balance. Working hours of pilots are highly variable and not bound by regulations due to irregularities of vessel traffic.

Psychophysical stress and strain of maritime pilots in Germany. A cross-sectional study.

Introduction: Maritime pilots work in an irregular deployment system (rotation system) with unpredictable work assignments under high levels of physical and mental stress. Fatigue or chronic diseases, e.g.