Optimizing Treatment Outcomes for Odontogenic Keratocyst.

The treatment of odontogenic keratocysts (OKCs) continues to be a contentious issue in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Despite extensive research and systematic reviews, no definitive protocol or consensus has been established. This case series investigates how OKCs can be treated through a thorough approach combining preoperative investigation - fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) - to confirm the diagnosis of OKC, followed by treatment of the combined surgical approach of enucleation, peripheral ostectomy, and chemical cauterization using modified Carnoy's solution under local or general anesthesia.

Decoding Mandibular Angle Fracture Management: Biomechanical Analysis of Different Plating Techniques - An Study.

Objective: The primary rationale of the study is to assess the biomechanical aspects of Champy's, monoplanar, biplanar, and 3D strut plating systems using an model in the management of the angle of mandible fracture.

Methods: Thirty-two hemi-sectioned mandibles ( = 32) were obtained from adult goats and divided into four groups ( = 8) for different plating techniques: monoplanar, biplanar, Champy's, and three-dimensional curved angle strut plating. A customized biomechanical test machine simulated masticatory loads by applying compressive forces.

Evaluation of the Clinical Outcomes of the Berger-Tenenhaus Approach for Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Mandibular Fractures.

Introduction: The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical outcomes, such as duration of surgery, ease of surgical access for fixation, injury to branches of the facial nerve, and scar assessment encountered on using the Berger-Tenenhaus approach for open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of subcondyle, ramus, angle, and body fractures of mandible.

Materials And Methods: This was a prospective clinical study. Patients were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Aloe vera vs chlorhexidine in preventing alveolar osteitis.

Alveolar Osteitis (AO) is a common and painful complication following tooth extraction or surgical excision, necessitating early treatment to minimize costs, morbidity, and frequent dental visits. Chlorhexidine (CHX) is the most widely used antiseptic, while Aloe Vera, a natural herbal plant, is gaining popularity in dentistry due to its minimal side effects. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of normal saline, Aloe Vera, and chlorhexidine mouthwashes in reducing the incidence of AO after lower third molar surgery.