A novel approach for horizontal augmentation with split box: A method that combines split bone block and ridge split techniques.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of the split-box technique, a novel technique that combines the ridge splitting and split bone block techniques.

Materials And Methods: In this retrospective study, alveolar ridge defects were grafted using the split-box technique and its modifications, reverse split box and sliding split box. To determine horizontal changes in the alveolar bone, thickness was measured at two levels: crest width (CW) and screw level width (SLW).

Piezosurgery versus conventional rotary surgery for impacted third molars: A randomised, split-mouth, clinical pilot trial.

Background: Few studies have compared the effects of piezosurgery and conventional rotary surgery for impacted wisdom teeth on the quality of life. Among these studies, the inclusion parameters and evaluation methods have varied.

Material And Methods: This study aimed to compare the effects of piezosurgery and conventional rotary instruments on the quality of life using a standardised method.

Retrospective Analysis of Zygomatic Implants for Maxillary Prosthetic Rehabilitation.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate 141 zygomatic implants for the reconstruction of severely atrophic maxillae.

Materials And Methods: In this retrospective case series study, zygomatic implants were placed under general anesthesia. Inclusion criteria were as follows: ASA I or ASA II, age older than 18 years, inadequate bone for restoration with conventional implants, alternative augmentation procedures considered either inappropriate or contraindicated, absence of a medical condition related to implant failure, and providing written consent.

Evaluation of two different rapid maxillary expansion surgical techniques and their effects on the malar complex based on 3d cone-beam computed tomography.

Unlabelled: We compared and evaluated the effects of two techniques used for surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion (SARME) using three-dimensional (3D) cone-beam computed tomography, focusing on changes in soft and hard tissue in the malar region. A conventional Le Fort I osteotomy group (10 patients, mean age: 19.3 years) and a high Le Fort I group (12 patients, mean age: 20.

Prevalence of nasolacrimal canal obstruction and epiphora following maxillary orthognathic surgery.

Acquired injuries of the nasolacrimal apparatus may be the result of craniomaxillofacial surgical procedures, facial trauma, or inflammation. Injury to the nasolacrimal duct system following maxillary orthognathic surgery is rarely reported. This study evaluated the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of epiphora developing after Le Fort I surgery.