Distribution and pattern of implant therapy in a part of the Turkish population.

Objective: To report the distribution and pattern of implant replacement of missing tooth/teeth.

Methods: This retrospective study was conducted at the Suleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Turkey, and used data of patients who had undergone implant replacement of missing teeth/tooth from May 2008 to May 2013. Data analysis included age, gender, number of implants placed, implant location distribution, additional surgery protocol, type of dentures and failure rate.

Unusual unilateral fracture of the condylar and coronoid processes of the mandible.

The incidence of condylar fracture is very high and most are not caused by direct trauma. On the other hand, fracture of the coronoid process is reported less often than fracture of other parts of the mandible. We report a case of right subcondylar and coronoid fractures without any evidence of direct trauma to the zygomatic area or an indirect trauma to the mandibular corpus or sypmheseal region.

Garlic burn in a patient with trigeminal neuralgia: a case report.

Garlic is an herb which has been used by many cultures for treating various health problems for centuries. Uncontrolled use of herbal remedies, known as alternative treatment methods, may lead to side effects and serious treatment complications. This study aimed to draw attention to complications related to alternative treatment methods and to review the literature in the light of this case.

The role of thrombofilia related to Factor V Leiden and Factor II G20210A mutations in recurrent abortions.

Objective: To study, the impact of thrombophilia caused by Factor V, Factor ll G20210A mutations on recurrent abortions, the prevelance of Factor V Leiden and Factor II G20210A mutation in patients with habitual abortions.

Methods: Forty one patients with a diagnosis of habitual abortion were enrolled in the study. Control group consisted of 50 women without a history of poor obstetric outcome.