Research Papers
PD-L1 and PD-L2 Expression in Different Tumor Stages and Types of Malignant Salivary Gland Neoplasms: A Single-center Experience.
Applied immunohistochemistry & molecular morphology : AIMM • 2024 • Vol. 32 (6)
There is a limited amount of data on the role of programmed cell death ligand (PD-L) -1 and PD-L2 in salivary gland carcinomas. We aimed to evaluate the prognostic value of PD-L1 and PD-L2 expression…
Akyol, Y; Cam, I; Civriz, A
Effect of duration of preoperative pain on outcomes of total temporomandibular joint replacement.
The British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery • 2024 • Vol. 62 (6)
The purpose of the study was to determine whether the duration of preoperative pain affects outcomes of temporomandibular joint replacement (TMJR). Twenty-seven patients who underwent primary TMJR be…
Bach, E; Cousin, A; Michalewska, K
Mucin-rich salivary gland tumors.
Seminars in diagnostic pathology • 2024 • Vol. 41 (4)
Salivary gland neoplasms characterized by abundant mucin production are rare but have long been recognized. Due to their scarcity, precise classification has long eluded these mucin-rich tumors. Rece…
Bishop, J
The Maxillary Nerve Block in Cleft Palate Care: A Review of the Literature and Expert's Opinion on the Preferred Technique of Administration.
The Journal of craniofacial surgery • 2024 • Vol. 35 (5)
INTRODUCTION: Although the maxillary nerve block (MNB) provides adequate pain relief in cleft palate surgery, it is not routinely used globally, and reported techniques are heterogeneous. This study …
Breugem, C; Don Griot, J; Jacobs, K
Dermoid Cysts on the Floor of the Mouth.
The Journal of craniofacial surgery • 2024 • Vol. 35 (5)
OBJECTIVE: The authors analyzed the clinical features and treatment results of surgical patients with a final diagnosis of dermoid cyst on the floor of the mouth over 14 years at our hospital. PATIEN…
Lee, D; Lim, S; Yeom, S
Oral Appliances for Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
Dental clinics of North America • 2024 • Vol. 68 (3)
The use of mandibular repositioning devices (MRDs) in the management of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has gained extensive recognition with relevant clinical evidence of its effectivene…
Lagravere Vich, M; Mayoral Sanz, P
The basaloid-spectrum of salivary gland tumors: A focused review with practical diagnostic considerations.
Seminars in diagnostic pathology • 2024 • Vol. 41 (4)
Basaloid salivary gland neoplasms are a diverse and varied group of benign and malignant tumors. The term 'basaloid' is broadly used in reference to cells with elevated nuclear to cytoplasmic ratio, …
Palsgrove, D
Botulinum Toxin-A for the Treatment of Myogenous Temporomandibular Disorders: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews.
Drugs • 2024 • Vol. 84 (7)
OBJECTIVE: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) encompass several conditions that cause pain and impair function of the masticatory muscles (M-TMDs) and temporomandibular joints. There is a large inter…
Al-Moraissi, E; Camara-Souza, M; Christidis, M
Mandibular distraction osteogenesis in children with Pierre Robin sequence: long-term analysis of teeth and jaw growth.
The British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery • 2024 • Vol. 62 (6)
Treatment of children with Pierre Robin sequence (PRS) having a hypoplastic mandible and upper airway distress after birth may consist of external distraction devices. Shape anomalies of the permanen…
Govaerts, D; Kalantary, S; Nadjmi, N
Giving the pulp another chance: a case report of vital pulp therapy retreatment.
General dentistry • 2024 • Vol. 72 (4)
Vital pulp therapy (VPT) has been increasingly advocated due to its advantages in preserving tooth vitality. While VPT is often successful, failures can occur, and traditional root canal therapy is o…
Chaipattanawan, N; Chompu-Inwai, P; Machareonsap, H
The effect of gender and menstrual cycle phase on patients undergoing impacted third molar surgery: a cross-sectional study.
Medicina oral, patologia oral y cirugia bucal • 2024 • Vol. 29 (4)
BACKGROUND: Achieving the best outcomes in surgical procedures requires optimizing all patient-related psychological and physiological factors. This study was carried out to evaluate the preoperative…
Geckil, N
Minimally traumatic extraction of fractured bilateral maxillary canine teeth using a piezoelectric surgical unit in an African lion (Panthera leo).
Journal of veterinary science • 2024 • Vol. 25 (4)
IMPORTANCE: Canine extraction of large carnivores can pose significant risk due to extensive tissue damage during aggressive bone reduction. This report highlights a rare instance in which the use of…
Jeong, Y; Kim, S
miR-20a: a key regulator of orthodontic tooth movement via BMP2 signaling pathway modulation.
Connective tissue research • 2024 • Vol. 65 (4)
AIM: In this study, we aimed to establish a rat tooth movement model to assess miR-20's ability in enhancing the BMP2 signaling pathway and facilitate alveolar bone remodeling. METHOD: 60 male SD rat…
Ai, H; Huang, J; Mai, Z
Stereotactic Radiation Therapy for Kidney Cancer, Hypofractionated Postprostatectomy Radiation, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Treatment De-Intensification, Stereotactic Radiation Therapy and Interstitial Lung Disease, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
Practical radiation oncology • 2024 • Vol. 14 (4)
Dover, L; Dulaney, C
Comparative evaluation of osseodensification drilling versus conventional drilling technique on dental implant stability: A systematic review.
Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society • 2024 • Vol. 24 (3)
AIM: The present systematic review compares the stability, crestal bone levels and efficacy of osseodensification (OD) drilling techniques for dental implant placement to traditional drilling methods…
Banerjee, S; Dasgupta, D; Gandhi, U
Sevoflurane inhibits the malignant behavior of nasopharyngeal carcinoma cells by regulating mitochondrial membrane potential.
General physiology and biophysics • 2024 • Vol. 43 (4)
This study aims to determine the effect of sevoflurane (Sev) on nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) in malignant behavior and mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP). NPC cells (5-8F and CNE2) were exposed…
Peng, X; Zhou, Y
Relationship between COVID-19 and orofacial clefts.
General physiology and biophysics • 2024 • Vol. 43 (4)
The work presents the connection between the infection of COVID-19 during pregnancy and non-syndromic orofacial clefts (NSOFC). Aim of the study was to compare the incidence of COVID-19 disease durin…
Dubovicky, M; Fekiacova, D; Molnarova, A
Carcinoma ex-pleomorphic adenoma of parotid gland presenting as a gigantic cervicofacial mass.
BMJ case reports • 2024 • Vol. 17 (7)
When neglected for a long time, salivary gland pleomorphic adenoma (PA) can attain a considerable size, increasing the patient's morbidity along with the risk of malignant transformation. Very few ca…
Dubhashi, S; Fulmali, A; Ghoshal, S
Rare involvement in Behcet's disease at once: Bilateral axillary artery aneurysms and microaneurysms in the gastrointestinal vasculature.
International journal of rheumatic diseases • 2024 • Vol. 27 (7)
Acu, B; Korkmaz, C; Uludogan, B
[Postoperative risk of bleeding after removal of third molars in healthy patients - a prospective observational clinical study].
Nederlands tijdschrift voor tandheelkunde • 2024 • Vol. 131 (7-08)
Removal of third molars in healthy patients is considered a procedure with a low risk of bleeding. However, exactly how low the incidence of postoperative bleeding is remains unclear due to the heter…
Broekman, M; Rademacher, W; Rooijers, W