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  • Novel approach of combined endoluminal and external vacuum therapy for wound healing disorders after salvage pharyngeal reconstruction.
    on June 3, 2025

    Patients with recurrent head and neck carcinoma are considered for salvage surgery if resectability with clear margins is achievable. However, postoperative complications such as wound healing disorders and pharyngocutaneous fistulas remain significant challenges. While various reconstructive […]

  • Case Report : Bilateral dentigerous cysts in association with developing third molars and premolars in a non-syndromic 13-year-old: a 2-year follow-up.
    on June 3, 2025

    Dentigerous cysts are benign, non-inflammatory odontogenic cysts that form over unerupted or partially erupted teeth. They are the second most common type of odontogenic cysts and can cause various complications if left untreated./r/nWe report a rare case of bilateral dentigerous cysts in the […]

  • Composite dermis-fat graft and mucous membrane graft in severe contracted socket reconstruction.
    on June 3, 2025

    The management of a severely contracted socket necessitates the restoration of fornix depth, the meticulous release of fibrotic components without compromising the already limited conjunctival tissue, and the replacement of lost volume. In this case series of four patients, the authors employed […]

  • Surgical consideration and practical difficulty in malignant otitis externa: a systematic review.
    on June 3, 2025

    This systematic review aims to explore the role of surgery in managing Malignant Otitis Externa (MOE) by analyzing surgical considerations, treatment duration, responses, and patient outcomes./r/nA comprehensive search was conducted across PubMed, Science Direct, Google Scholar, and Cochrane […]

  • The role of adenoidectomy and/or tonsillectomy in the treatment of nocturnal enuresis in OSA children: a single-arm meta-analysis.
    on June 3, 2025

    To evaluate the efficacy of tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy for the treatment of nocturnal enuresis (NE) in children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)./r/nPubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, and Web of Science were searched from inception to December 2023. We included all studies of children […]

  • Factors that affect eyelid show and their importance in upper eyelid blepharoplasty: a systematic review.
    on June 3, 2025

    An understanding of the complexity of the surgical anatomy of the upper eyelid and the surrounding structures is mandatory when trying to minimize complications and achieve excellent cosmetic results during eyelid surgery. Postoperative upper eyelid asymmetry is one of the most common causes of […]

  • Neoadjuvant chemotherapy with or without PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors in resectable esophageal squamous cell carcinoma: a meta-analysis based on randomized controlled trials.
    on June 3, 2025

    Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NC) is a cornerstone in the management of resectable esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). The integration of PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors into NC (NIC) regimens has shown promise; however, its efficacy and safety remain uncertain. This meta-analysis aims to compare the […]

  • Summary of the best evidence for perioperative enteral nutrition management in patients with laryngeal cancer.
    on June 3, 2025

    Postoperative malnutrition is very common in laryngeal cancer patients, which will lead to slower healing, lower quality of life, and increase patients' pain and medical cost. Enteral nutrition can better improve malnutrition in laryngeal cancer patients. The aim of this study was to provide an […]

  • The association of the non-HDL-cholesterol to HDL-cholesterol ratio (NHHR) with obstructive sleep apnea among adults aged ≥ 40 years: results from NHANES 2015-2018.
    on June 3, 2025

    The ratio of the non-HDL-cholesterol to HDL- cholesterol (NHHR) is a newly proposed lipid metric. Currently, few studies have explored the relationship between NHHR and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among middle-aged and elderly people. This study aims to investigate the potential association […]

  • Comparative Influence of Marginal Design and Digital Scanning Accuracy on the Clinical Longevity of Ceramic Restorations: An Evidence-Based Approach. Consensus Statement From SSRD, SEPES, and PROSEC Conference on Minimally Invasive Restorations.
    on June 3, 2025

    This consensus paper aims to evaluate the impact of vertical and horizontal finishing lines on the survival, success, and periodontal outcomes of veneer, crown, and fixed partial denture (FPD) restorations, as well as the accuracy of intraoral scanner (IOS) systems in fabricating inlay, onlay, and […]

  • Multiple fractures after an explosive injury in Gaza.
    on June 3, 2025

    Treating cases that require different surgical specialties requires high-level interdisciplinary coordination, and prioritization of the patient's needs, which is nearly impossible in a war zone./r/nTo document the case of a woman who was diagnosed with multiple fractures from an explosive injury […]

  • QARS1 associated developmental epileptic encephalopathy: first report of a rare homozygous missense variant from Pakistan causing nonepileptic phenotype in a family of seven patients and a comprehensive review of the literature.
    on June 3, 2025

    Pathogenic variants in QARS1 (MIM:603727; Glutaminyl-TRNA Synthetase 1), which encodes Glutaminyl-tRNA synthetase 1, have been associated with rare progressive microcephaly with seizures and cerebral and cerebellar atrophy (MSCCA MIM:615760). Only a handful of MSCCA patients have been reported in […]

  • Risk factors for visual loss after excision of orbital cavernous venous malformations: a systematic review.
    on June 3, 2025

    Orbital cavernous venous malformations (OCVMs) are the most common primary orbital mass lesion and presenting symptoms are usually secondary to a mass effect. Surgical excision presents unique challenges and vision loss is a rare, but devastating, complication. This review aims to identify risk […]

  • Comparative Influence of Marginal Design and Digital Scanning Accuracy on the Clinical Longevity of Ceramic Restorations: An Evidence-Based Approach. Consensus Statement From SSRD, SEPES, and PROSEC Conference on Minimally Invasive Restorations.
    on June 3, 2025

    This consensus paper aims to evaluate the impact of vertical and horizontal finishing lines on the survival, success, and periodontal outcomes of veneer, crown, and fixed partial denture (FPD) restorations, as well as the accuracy of intraoral scanner (IOS) systems in fabricating inlay, onlay, and […]

  • Two Techniques for Simple Syndactyly Reconstruction by Scott N. Oishi, MD
    on May 28, 2025

    Two Techniques for Simple Syndactyly Reconstruction by Scott N. Oishi, MD

  • New dimensions in alveolar fracture treatment: Open reduction and internal fixation by minimally invasive approach combined with computer-assisted surgery.
    on May 26, 2025

    Alveolar fractures are a common type of maxillofacial trauma, and the conventional treatment involves closed reduction and dental splinting fixation. However, closed treatment is not suitable for some complex segmental alveolar fractures. In this case report, we introduce an innovative method for […]

  • A novel method to reconstruct the complex facial nerve defect after extended parotidectomy with masseteric nerve and descending hypoglossal nerve.
    on May 26, 2025

    This study aims to present a novel technique for reconstructing complex facial nerve defects using the masseteric nerve and descending hypoglossal nerve. Here, we report a case involving a patient with locally advanced parotid malignancy who underwent extended parotidectomy with resection of the […]

  • Surgical Treatment of Basilar Invagination without Evident Atlantoaxial Instability (Type B) - A Systematic Review.
    on May 26, 2025

    Chiari 1 malformation (CM1) and Basilar Invagination (BI) are the most common congenital bone and neural disorders of the craniovertebral junction. There is still discussion in the literature regarding best treatment practices for Type B BI. This systematic review aims to evaluate the treatment […]

  • Convocation 2025 of International College of Continuing Dental Education held at Manila, Philippines
    on May 26, 2025

    Convocation 2025 of International College of Continuing Dental Education held at Manila, Philippines

  • Oculoplastic Operative Considerations for Kabuki Syndrome: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.
    on May 19, 2025

    Kabuki syndrome is a rare genetic disease with multisystemic effects including ocular manifestations. The authors report a patient with known Kabuki syndrome who presented with bilateral euryblepharon, bilateral ptosis, OD hypotropia, and blue sclera. A bilateral lateral tarsal strip procedure was […]

  • Shaping futures: how surgical timing influences outcomes in endoscopic sagittal craniosynostosis repair.
    on May 19, 2025

    Sagittal craniosynostosis, the most common nonsyndromic craniosynostosis, is primarily treated with surgical intervention to prevent developmental and cosmetic complications. Endoscopic surgical techniques offer a minimally invasive alternative with reduced blood loss, shorter operative times, and […]

  • Comparative assessment of periodontal conditions between bilateral cleft lip and palate (BCLP) and unilateral cleft lip and palate (UCLP): A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    on May 19, 2025

    The existing literature on the periodontal condition in different cleft types is inconclusive and has yielded conflicting results. Therefore, the aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to assess and compare the oral health needs of children with bilateral cleft lip and palate (BCLP) […]

  • AI-DRIVEN NASOALVEOLAR MOLDING DESIGN FOR CLEFT PATIENTS MAY BE A PROMISING BUT EVOLVING APPROACH.
    on May 13, 2025

    Artificial intelligence-driven automation of nasoalveolar molding device planning: A systematic review. Alqutaibi AY, Hamadallah HH, Alassaf MS, Othman AA, Qazali AA, Alghauli MA. J Prosthet Dent. 2024 Oct 4:S0022-3913(24)00637-1. doi: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2024.09.011. Epub ahead of print. PMID: […]

  • Clinical Management of Orofacial Trauma Including Multiple Avulsions, Lateral Luxation, and Alveolar Fracture: A Case Report with 7-Years of Follow-Up.
    on April 28, 2025

    The occurrence of different types of trauma concomitantly can complicate the establishment of the most appropriate treatment. This report describes the clinical management of orofacial trauma including multiple avulsions, lateral luxation, alveolar fracture, and their sequelae after 7 years of […]

  • Assessing the influence of asymmeftry affecting the mandible and chin point on perceived attractiveness in the orthognathic patient, clinician, and layperson.
    on April 22, 2025

    The purpose of this investigation was to undertake an objective and quantitative evaluation of how severity of asymmetries affecting the mandible and chin point influence perceived attractiveness./r/nThe mandible and chin point of idealized male and female frontal facial images were altered in 5-mm […]

  • Entire Papilla Preservation Technique with Recombinant Human Fibroblast Growth Factor-2 and Autogenous Bone Grafting in the Treatment of Isolated, Noncontained Intrabony Defects: Case Report with a 5-Year Follow-up.
    on April 22, 2025

    Regenerative periodontal surgery is an effective procedure for the treatment of intrabony defects. Various flap designs that preserve defect-associated interdental papillae have been proposed to improve early wound stability. This case report describes the long-term results of a regenerative […]

  • AO CMF NA Course—Hot Topics in CMF Reconstruction (with human anatomical specimens) w/ Dr. Rodriguez
    on November 26, 2024

    AO CMF NA Course—Hot Topics in CMF Reconstruction (with human anatomical specimens) w/ Dr. Rodriguez

  • Complications Associated with Rhinoplasty: An Umbrella Review of Meta-analyses.
    on November 18, 2024

    An increasing number of studies have investigated the effect of various methods in avoiding complications in rhinoplasty. Our study aims to analyze the connections between various choices in rhinoplasty and the rate of multiple complications by summarizing results in related […]

  • Pre-Operative Characteristics Helping to Avoid Gastrostomy Tube After Mandibular Distraction in Neonates With Pierre-Robin Sequence: A Institutional Case-Series and Review of the Literature.
    on June 17, 2024

    to investigate the ability of mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO) to avoid gastrostomy tube (G-tube)./r/nPubMed, EBSCOhost, Cochrane, and Embase./r/nWe retrospectively reviewed the number of MDO cases performed at our institution for patients with Robin Sequence (RS) over the past 10 years. […]

  • Severe midface and maxillary hypoplasia in non-cleft and non-syndromic patients: A 2-stage surgical strategy using distraction osteogenesis and orthognathic surgery.
    on May 28, 2024

    Severe midface and maxillary hypoplasia can have an impact on an individual, either on the appearance, functions or psychologically. Based on literature review, severe maxillary hypoplasia with more than 25.0 mm reverse overjet in non-cleft and non-syndromic patients is very rare. It is more often […]

  • ChatGPT scores nearly 50% on board certification practice test for ophthalmology, study shows
    on April 27, 2023

    A study of ChatGPT found the artificial intelligence tool answered less than half of the test questions correctly from a study resource commonly used by physicians when preparing for board certification in ophthalmology.

  • Artificial intelligence assists in dental care and jaw surgery
    on April 25, 2023

    A dentist inserting a tooth implant must know the exact location of the nerve canal in the patient's lower jaw to plan the size and position of the implant, along with the overall procedure. This requires X-ray images in which the dentist or radiologist manually specifies the location of the canal […]

  • Columellar Scar Following Open Rhinoplasty Using Absorbable Suture Versus Nonabsorbable Suture: A Meta-Analysis.
    on January 31, 2023

    This meta-analysis seeks to determine whether a difference in long-term scar outcomes exists between absorbable and nonabsorbable sutures for closure of the columellar incision after open rhinoplasty. PubMed, OVID Medline, Conference Papers Index, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and […]

  • New in January: case export
    on January 26, 2023

    January 2023 In this month's update you will find the new export functionality that allows you to safely export your clinical cases directly from CaseFolio to your device. The post New in January: case export appeared first on myAO.

  • myAO CMF clinical case roundup on RFFF reconstruction of the Upper Lip
    on January 18, 2023

    January 2023 The radial forearm free flap (RFFF) is a flap with ideal characteristics for lip reconstruction because it is thin and can be folded to restore both the skin and the inner lining. The post myAO CMF clinical case roundup on RFFF reconstruction of the Upper Lip appeared first on myAO.

  • Orbital Fornix Incision & Opthalmologic and Orbital Evaluation
    on April 18, 2020

    Orbital Fornix Incision & Opthalmologic and Orbital Evaluation

  • A desire to help inspires star surgeon to share patient stories on YouTube
    on March 3, 2020

    A desire to help inspires star surgeon to share patient stories on YouTube

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