Research Papers
MTHFR C677T and A1298C polymorphisms and risk of nonsyndromic orofacial clefts in a south Indian population.
International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology • 2014 • Vol. 78 (2)
OBJECTIVES: Several lines of evidence suggest that the decrease in folate in periconceptional period or maternal use of folate antagonists has been associated with a higher risk of orofacial clefts (…
Gurramkonda, V; Karthik, N; Lakkakula, B
Oral manifestations and blood profile in patients with iron deficiency anemia.
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association = Taiwan yi zhi • 2014 • Vol. 113 (2)
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most common type of anemia. This study evaluated whether IDA patients had specific oral manifestations and a particular blood profile compared …
Chang, J; Chen, H; Cheng, S
Eight-year clinical and radiologic results of maxillary and mandibular implant-retained bar overdentures carried out on oxidized (TiUnite) replace select implants placed in regenerated bone: a clinical case.
Quintessence international (Berlin, Germany : 1985) • 2014 • Vol. 45 (2)
This article describes the clinical and radiologic long-term results of a healthy, nonsmoker women aged 62 at the time of treatment, with severely resorbed edentulous jaws in which bar and clip suppo…
French, D; Tallarico, M
Differences in reported medical conditions between myogenous and arthrogenous TMD patients and its relevance to the general practitioner.
Quintessence international (Berlin, Germany : 1985) • 2014 • Vol. 45 (2)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare self-reported medical conditions between a group of myogenous and arthrogenous temporomandibular disorder (TMD) patients and highlight its relevance to…
Bassiur, J; De Leeuw, R; Klasser, G
Effectiveness of photocoagulation using an Nd:YAG laser for the treatment of vascular malformations in the oral region.
Photomedicine and laser surgery • 2014 • Vol. 32 (2)
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study is to make a clinical evaluation of vascular malformations in the oral region treated by photocoagulation with an Nd:YAG laser, to determine its effectiveness. BA…
Asai, T; Komori, T; Suzuki, H
Cemented or uncemented hemiarthroplasty for the treatment of femoral neck fractures?
Acta orthopaedica • 2014 • Vol. 85 (1)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Cemented hemiarthroplasty is preferred in treating displaced fractures of the femoral neck in the elderly. The cementing process may cause a fat embolism, leading to serious c…
Heinanen, M; Kroger, H; Sund, R
Immune and endocrine function in patients with burning mouth syndrome.
The Clinical journal of pain • 2014 • Vol. 30 (2)
OBJECTIVES: Research suggests that varied etiologic factors are responsible for burning mouth syndrome (BMS). We examined the role of immune and endocrine function in the pathology of BMS. METHODS: W…
Asano, M; Eliav, E; Gracely, R
Primary stability comparison using piezoelectric or conventional implant site preparation systems in cancellous bone: a pilot study.
Implant dentistry • 2014 • Vol. 23 (1)
PURPOSE: This study compares implant primary stability achieved in cancellous bone after placement in piezoelectric prepared sites versus conventionally drilled sites. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Four bov…
Andreana, S; Bairam, L; Baker, J
Preoperative chemotherapy in advanced resectable OCSCC: long-term results of a randomized phase III trial.
Annals of oncology : official journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology • 2014 • Vol. 25 (2)
BACKGROUND: Data on preoperative chemotherapy in resectable oral cavity cancer are conflicting. We present the long-term results of a randomized trial of induction chemotherapy in resectable oral cav…
Bossi, P; Fallai, C; Granata, R
[The Spring Day of the French Society for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: a resurrection].
Revue de stomatologie, de chirurgie maxillo-faciale et de chirurgie orale • 2014 • Vol. 115 (1)
Meyer, C
[Surgery guided by customized devices: reconstruction with a free fibula flap].
Revue de stomatologie, de chirurgie maxillo-faciale et de chirurgie orale • 2014 • Vol. 115 (1)
The reconstruction of jaws with a free fibula flap can be anticipated virtually. The simulation can be transferred to the operating theater using customized devices obtained from computer-assisted de…
Bertolus, C; Ceccaldi, J; Chaine, C
Maize dependence or market integration? Caries prevalence among indigenous Maya communities with maize-based versus globalized economies.
American journal of physical anthropology • 2014 • Vol. 153 (2)
The relationship between diet and oral health is widely known, yet data on dental caries prevalence is lacking for many indigenous groups with traditional or rapidly modernizing diets. This research …
Cucina, A; Vega Lizama, E
Guidance for the core content of a Curriculum in Special Care Dentistry at the undergraduate level.
European journal of dental education : official journal of the Association for Dental Education in Europe • 2014 • Vol. 18 (1)
Given the rapidly changing demography of populations worldwide, dental professionals of the future need to be able to meet the challenge posed by the evolving landscape in health care needs. Leading …
Dougall, A; Faulks, D; Nunn, J
Treatment responses to tooth whitening in twins.
Twin research and human genetics : the official journal of the International Society for Twin Studies • 2014 • Vol. 17 (1)
The aim of this study was to determine heritability estimates of treatment responses to a 10% hydrogen peroxide strip-based whitening system in twins. Eighty-five twin pairs were randomly assigned to…
Biesbrock, A; Bretz, W; Corby, A
Dental radiographic findings in cats with chronic gingivostomatitis (2002-2012).
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association • 2014 • Vol. 244 (3)
OBJECTIVE: To compare dental radiographic findings in cats with and without feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS). DESIGN: Retrospective case-control study. ANIMALS: 101 cats with FCGS (cases) and …
Farcas, N; Kass, P; Lommer, M
Effects of upper thoracic manipulation on pressure pain sensitivity in women with temporomandibular disorder: a randomized, double-blind, clinical trial.
American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation • 2014 • Vol. 93 (2)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of upper thoracic manipulation on pain in subjects with temporomandibular disorder. DESIGN: Thirty-two women with a diagnosis of te…
Dibai-Filho, A; Packer, A; Pires, P
Vertical ridge augmentation using the modified shell technique--a case report.
Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons • 2014 • Vol. 72 (2)
PURPOSE: Vertical defects of the alveolar crest limit implant placements. Accordingly, hard tissue grafting is essential in a separate procedure before implant placement; however, the outcome of vert…
Beuer, F; Guth, J; Schlee, M
Upregulation of a potential prognostic biomarker, miR-155, enhances cell proliferation in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma.
Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology and oral radiology • 2014 • Vol. 117 (2)
OBJECTIVE: We sought to investigate the role and diagnostic value of microRNA 155 (miR-155) in OSCC patients. STUDY DESIGN: Using real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction analysis, miR-155 ex…
Deng, R; Ding, L; Han, W
Discrepancies on dexamethasone for trismus after third molar extraction.
Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology and oral radiology • 2014 • Vol. 117 (2)
Li, C; Li, L; Men, Y
Comparison of oropharyngeal and oral cavity squamous cell cancer incidence and trends in New Zealand and Queensland, Australia.
Cancer epidemiology • 2014 • Vol. 38 (1)
BACKGROUND: Increases in the incidence of squamous cell oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) have been reported from some countries, but have not been assessed in Australia or New Zealand. This study examines …
Baade, P; Chelimo, C; Elwood, J