Saliva as a diagnostic tool in soccer: a scoping review.

Background: A high-performance sport like soccer requires training strategies that aim to reach peak performance at the right time for the desired competitions. Thus, the investigation of biochemical markers in saliva is a tool that is beginning to be used in athletes within the physical training process. There is still no evidence on universal saliva collection and analysis protocols in soccer.

Effect of Different Surface Treatments as Methods of Improving the Mechanical Properties after Repairs of PMMA for Dentures.

Denture fractures are a common problem in dental practice, and their repair is considered a first option to restore their functional properties. However, the inter-material resistance may become compromised. Typically, the bond between these materials weakens.

Diagnosis, treatment and maxillofacial rehabilitation in rhinocerebral mucormycosis patient: A case report and review of the literature.

Mucormycosis is an aggressive, rare and opportunistic infectious disease, with a high mortality rate. Etiologic agents are filamentous fungi, and infection among humans normally occurs through spore inhalation. A 61-year-old male individual, presenting left eye amaurosis, dark epistaxis, hyperalgesia and malodor underwent clinical examination, which detected ulcerative lesion and wide bone exposure in the hard palate and alveolar ridge.

Orofacial trauma and mouthguard use in Brazilian rugby union players.

Background/aim: Rugby union represents a high-risk sport for orofacial trauma due to its impact collisions and repetitive tackles. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of orofacial trauma according to mouthguard use among a sample of Brazilian rugby union players.

Methods: An online questionnaire was sent to the 16 best rugby union clubs in Brazil.

Determinants for traumatic orofacial injuries in sport: Extrinsic factors in a scoping review.

Background/aim: Sports practices carry a risk for orofacial injuries and, to avoid them, preventive measures are necessary. The aim of this study was to investigate a web of extrinsic determinants for orofacial trauma in sports.

Materials And Methods: Through a scoping review, eight extrinsic risk factors for sports-related orofacial trauma emerged from the thematic analysis.