Utilization of three-dimensional framework theory in identifying the motivational factors for selecting a postgraduate dental specialty-A pilot study.

Objectives: Three-dimensional framework theory classifies factors influencing career selection into intrinsic, extrinsic, and interpersonal dimensions. The objectives of this pilot research were to assess the psychometric properties of a scale encompassing factors affecting post-graduation specialty selection according to three-dimensional framework theory and identify motivational factors that affect dental students' and interns' choice of post-graduation specialty.

Methodology: A closed-ended self-structured research instrument consisting of a list of 19 factors was presented to dental students and dental interns at Margalla Dental College, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, and Islamic International Dental College, Islamabad, Pakistan (n = 235).

Total Avulsed Ear Management With Radial Forearm Free Flap.

Avulsive injuries to the ear are extremely challenging to treat. The literature documents numerous ways to manage such injuries. This report describes a case of total auricular cartilaginous avulsion that occurred during a motor vehicle accident.

Comparison of articaine and lignocaine for uncomplicated maxillary exodontia.

Objective: To compare single buccal articaine injection versus conventional lignocaine buccal and palatal injections for uncomplicated maxillary tooth extractions.

Study Design: Single blinded randomized control trial.

Place And Duration Of Study: The outpatient department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Armed Forces Institute of Dentistry, Rawalpindi, from February to September 2011.

Bioresorbable versus titanium plates for mandibular fractures.

Objective: To compare bioresorbable plates with titanium plates for treatment of mandibular fractures.

Study Design: Randomized controlled trial.

Place And Duration Of Study: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department, Armed Forces Institute of Dentistry, Rawalpindi, from January to December 2010.

Transpapillary versus palatal injection technique for maxillary tooth extractions.

Objective: To compare the pain during injection administration and efficacy of transpapillary injection with palatal injection for simple maxillary tooth extractions.

Study Design: Randomized control trial.

Place And Duration Of Study: The oral and maxillofacial surgery department of Armed Forces Institute of Dentistry, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, from July to December 2009.

Clinical stage of oral cancer patients at the time of initial diagnosis.

Background: Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common oral cancer. Early diagnosis ensures better prognosis. Late diagnosis is however common around the world and contributes to the high morbidity and mortality related to oral cancer.