E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular devices used to consume nicotine in recent years. There is a growing body of evidence regarding the risk of spontaneous explosion of these devices causing burn and projectile injuries. The primary purpose of this review was to summarize all injuries to […]

Pediatric orofacial pain (OFP) is a blanket term referring to the pain of soft and hard tissue in the face, neck and headaches affecting subjects younger than 18. OFP encompasses pain due to various causes, , (i) Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), (ii) Headache, and (iii) Neuropathies. This review […]

A failure of maxillary incisor eruption is commonly attributed to the presence of a supernumerary tooth. This systematic review aimed to assess the percentage of impacted maxillary incisors that successfully erupt after surgical removal of supernumerary teeth with or without other […]

To compare the effectiveness of micro-implant (MI) and conventional anchorage (CA) in vertical control during orthodontic extraction treatment of class II adults and adolescents after pubertal growth peak./r/nLiterature search was conducted through Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials […]

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.

Many fractures of the mandibular condylar neck are amenable to both open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) and closed treatment. Clinical outcomes following these two modalities remains a topic of debate. This systematic review critically appraises the literature to compare them following […]

The objective of this case report is to describe the treatment of a dentofacial and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) deformity by means of reconstruction with a customized TMJ prosthesis and orthognathic surgery. The article discusses the therapeutic approach and the importance of functional and […]

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 […]

The aim of this study was to determine whether the benefits of orthognathic surgery in a growing individual outweigh its risks. A scoping review was performed according to the PRISMA-ScR guideline. A bibliographic search from MEDLINE, Cochrane Library and LILACS was conducted until February 1, […]

Robin Sequence (RS), characterized by micrognathia, glossoptosis, and upper airway obstruction, is an increasingly recognized diagnosis. An effective surgical intervention is mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO). This study analyzes published evidence regarding facial nerve dysfunction (FND) […]

Congenital fusion of the jaws (syngnathia) is a rare facial malformation with an unknown etiology. This disease may vary in severity with adhesion of soft tissue and bony fusion. It can be anterior fusion, unilateral or bilateral fusion, and complete fusion. The main problem of these patients is […]

To compare the treatment outcomes and effectiveness of Anterior Maxillary Distraction (AMD) with the LeFort I Osteotomy and Total Maxillary Distraction Osteogenesis (TMDO) to treat cleft maxillary hypoplasia./r/n(PROSPERO CRD42020223345) Thorough electronic search of seven databases, unpublished […]

Managing maxillary transverse deficiency (MTD) with closed intermaxillary suture is a challenge in orthodontic treatment plans; over the years, clinicians have developed many approaches to treat this significant dentofacial deformity. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the underlying causes of […]

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 […]

The aim of this systematic review is not only to analyse the accuracy of clinical examination and radiological preoperative assessment of mandibular invasion reported in isolation, but to highlight those reports that have combined them. A total of 1636 titles and abstracts published between 1995 - […]

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.

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.

Orbitocranial penetrating injuries (OPIs) caused by wooden foreign bodies (WFBs) are very rare and life threatening. Their diagnosis and treatment could be challenging for an ophthalmologist, requiring us to remain alert for possible intracranial extension. We present a case of a 52-year-old man […]

Facial Plastic Surgery - Unilateral Incomplete Cleft Lip Surgery

Carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP) is defined as lymph node metastasis without a detectable origin until after the initial treatment has been performed. The most common occult primary site in the head and neck, as revealed by a review of the published literature, is the oropharynx. An occult […]

The authors report the diagnosis and treatment of a patient who developed a conjunctival fistula after undergoing cosmetic lateral canthoplasty. A 34-year-old female patient continued to shed tears in the canthus skin of the left eye for 3 years after undergoing cosmetic lateral canthoplasty. She […]

Large lower eyelid full-thickness defects require reconstruction before closure. Although several methods for replantation of the posterior lamella are reported, there are advantages and disadvantages. Herein, the authors report reconstruction of the posterior lamella of the lower eyelid by labia […]

This case-report described the 3-dimensional (3D) evaluation of airway changes using 3D printing technology in a patient with mandibular prognathism, treated via mandibular setback surgery with maxillary posterior impaction. The airway dimensions, following orthognathic surgery, were printed using […]

Open Jaw Joint Surgery for Fused Lower Jaw Release

Image-to-patient registration in navigated mandibular surgery is complex due to the mobile nature of the mandible compared with other craniofacial bones. As a result, surgical navigation is rarely employed in the mandibular region. This systematic review provides an overview of the different […]

Maxillary reconstructive surgery with fibula free flaps (FFFs) is a challenging procedure for head and neck surgeons. However, virtual surgical planning (VSP) and three-dimensional (3D) printing technologies have contributed to improved functional and aesthetic outcomes. The objective of this […]

Treatment of ankylosed and submerged primary molars without permanent successors is challenging, as normal vertical dentoalveolar growth is compromised. Thus, grafting techniques and distraction osteogenesis are performed for ridge augmentation before implant restoration. However, these techniques […]

: The long face type is associated with excessive vertical facial growth and most often with anterior open bite. In many cases of anterior open bite of high severity associated with bimaxillary dento-alveolar protrusion, lips are unable to form an adequate seal at rest. This leads to many issues, […]

Complete naso-orbital-ethmoid (NOE) complex fractures including hollow space defects are difficult to treat. A proper bone fragment should be maintained for bony rearrangement and reconstruction; however, no guidelines are available for the treatment of the NOE complex. In patients with empty bone […]

This report aimed to describe the long-term effects of craniofacial growth modification treatment on sleep and breathing functions in a 7-year-old girl diagnosed with skeletal Class III malocclusion and sleep-disordered breathing. Based on the flowchart of orthodontic intervention protocol that we […]

The submental island flap is a dependable workhorse in head and neck reconstruction. However, the viability of this flap has not been established for oral cavity reconstruction when a contralateral neck dissection has already been performed in an earlier surgical setting. The aim of this study is […]

Heated humidified high flow nasal cannula (HHHFNC) has gained popularity in the treatment of children with respiratory distress and bronchiolitis in the past decade. Its efficacy as a mode of non-invasive respiratory support has been demonstrated in both adults and children. However, reports on its […]

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