Research Papers
Multiple oncogenic mutations related to targeted therapy in nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
Chinese journal of cancer • 2015 • Vol. 34 (4)
INTRODUCTION: An increasing number of targeted drugs have been tested for the treatment of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). However, targeted therapy-related oncogenic mutations have not been fully ev…
Fang, W; Hong, S; Hu, Z
Recurrence prediction in oral cancers: a serum Raman spectroscopy study.
The Analyst • 2015 • Vol. 140 (7)
High mortality rates associated with oral cancers can be primarily attributed to the failure of current histological procedures in predicting recurrence. Identifying recurrence related factors can le…
Krishna, C; Nandakumar, N; Sahu, A
Pedicled lingual flap to provide keratinized tissue regeneration over dental implants: a description of the technique and a case report.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
The aim of this study is to report the efficacy of a lingual pedicle flap for soft tissue pre-prosthetic surgery in implant rehabilitation. While it has been demonstrated that keratinized gingiva is …
Cicciu, M; Herford, A; Pivetti, L
All-on-4 concept: a 3-dimensional finite element analysis.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
The aim of this work was to study the biomechanical behavior of an All-on-4 implant-supported prosthesis through a finite element analysis comparing 3 different tilt degrees of the distal implants. T…
Sannino, G
Implementation of digital dentistry to rehabilitate a mutilated dentition with implant fixed prostheses: a clinical report.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
Alhashim, A; Alnassar, T; Rochford, C
Modified edentulous ridge expansion technique and immediate implant placement: a 3-year follow-up.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
Restoration of the edentulous alveolar ridge with implants often requires the ridge width to be augmented to allow its placement. The aim of this study was to evaluate the split-crest technique, with…
Guariniello, L; Santagata, M; Tartaro, G
Histomorphometric analysis of bone regeneration using a dual layer of membranes (dPTFE placed over collagen) in fresh extraction sites: a canine model.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
In untreated extraction sockets, buccal bone remodeling compromises the alveolar ridge width. The aim of this study was to histologically assess the efficacy of using a dual layer of membranes (high-…
Al-Daafas, A; Al-Hamdan, K; Al-Hezaimi, K
Simultaneous or delayed placement of surface modified and fluoridated dental implants into autogenous block bone grafts: a histologic and biomechanical study in the rabbit.
Clinical implant dentistry and related research • 2015 • Vol. 17 (2)
BACKGROUND: A delayed approach is recommended for reconstruction of the jaws with autogenous bone grafts and dental implants. Experimental studies have shown stronger bone tissue responses to surface…
Dasmah, A; Rasmusson, C; Rasmusson, L
Stress distribution around osseointegrated implants with different internal-cone connections: photoelastic and finite element analysis.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
The goal of this study was to evaluate the distribution of stresses generated around implants with different internal-cone abutments by photoelastic (PA) and finite element analysis (FEA). For FEA, i…
Anami, L; Bottino, M; da Costa Lima, J
The effect of implant shape and screw pitch on microdamage in mandibular bone.
Clinical implant dentistry and related research • 2015 • Vol. 17 (2)
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of implant shape and screw pitch on microdamage in bone during insertion of dental implants. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Thirty custom-made imp…
Chen, H; Lin, T; Liu, N
Clinical efficacy of growth factors to enhance tissue repair in oral and maxillofacial reconstruction: a systematic review.
Clinical implant dentistry and related research • 2015 • Vol. 17 (2)
PURPOSE: Provide a comprehensive overview on the clinical use and the efficacy of growth factors in different reconstructive procedures in the oral maxillofacial area. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A system…
Schliephake, H
Cell sheet engineering and its application for periodontal regeneration.
Journal of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine • 2015 • Vol. 9 (4)
Periodontitis is a inflammation induced by a bacterial infection that causes the destruction of the attachment apparatus of dental roots. Several materials, such as bone graft materials, barrier memb…
Ando, T; Ishikawa, I; Iwata, T
Transcriptional responses, metabolic activity and mouthpart deformities in natural populations of Chironomus riparius larvae exposed to environmental pollutants.
Environmental toxicology • 2015 • Vol. 30 (4)
Biomarkers are an important tool in laboratory assays that link exposure or effect of specific toxicants to key molecular and cellular events, but they have not been widely used in invertebrate popul…
Cobo, F; Gomez-Sande, P; Herrero, O
Extrasinus zygomatic implant placement in the rehabilitation of the atrophic maxilla: three-dimensional finite element stress analysis.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
Placement of zygomatic implants lateral to the maxillary sinus, according to the extrasinus protocol, is one of the treatment options in the rehabilitation of severely atrophic maxilla or following m…
Dunne, S; Hays, R; Malik, R
Management of Bell's palsy in children: an audit of current practice, review of the literature and a proposed management algorithm.
Emergency medicine journal : EMJ • 2015 • Vol. 32 (4)
OBJECTIVE: We carried out a complete audit cycle, reviewing our management of paediatric patients with Bell's palsy within 72 h of symptom onset. Our protocol was published after the initial audit in…
Beer, H; Davies, K; De, S
The effectiveness of low-level laser therapy in accelerating orthodontic tooth movement: a meta-analysis.
Lasers in medical science • 2015 • Vol. 30 (3)
Low-level laser therapy is claimed to accelerate bone remodeling. The aim of this meta-analysis was to critically appraise current evidence and to determine the effectiveness of low-level laser thera…
Jian, F; Lai, W; Liao, L
Phototargeting human periodontal pathogens in vivo.
Lasers in medical science • 2015 • Vol. 30 (3)
The effects of blue light at 455 nm were investigated on the bacterial composition of human dental plaque in vivo. Eleven subjects who refrained from brushing for 3 days before and during phototherap…
Abernethy, A; Goodson, J; Soukos, N
Bimaxillary full arch fixed dental implant supported treatment for a patient with renal failure and secondary hyperparathyroidism and osteodystrophy.
The Journal of oral implantology • 2015 • Vol. 41 (2)
A long-term dialysis patient with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) also referred to as chronic kidney disease (CKD) due to IgA nephropathy complicated by severe secondary hyperparathyroidism and renal …
Flanagan, D; Mancini, M
Periodontitis, implant loss and peri-implantitis. A meta-analysis.
Clinical oral implants research • 2015 • Vol. 26 (4)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of the present systematic review and meta-analysis was to assess the role of periodontal disease as a risk factor for implant loss, peri-implantitis and implant-bone loss. MATERIAL…
Gatto, R; MONACO, A; Petrucci, A
Dental implants are a viable alternative for compensating oligodontia in adolescents.
Clinical oral implants research • 2015 • Vol. 26 (4)
OBJECTIVES: To clinically and radiographically evaluate dental implant treatment in adolescents with extensive oligodontia. METHODS: Patients with more than nine permanent teeth congenitally missing …
Dvorak, G; Heuberer, S; Mayer, C