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Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery OnlineFirst articles

06.04.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

A Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating the Impact of Sinus Membrane Thickness and Sinus Dimensions on the Effectiveness of Two Graft Materials in Sinus Bone Augmentation

Implant-supported prostheses have become the mainstay for the rehabilitation of partially or edentulous patients. Researchers have focused on studying various types of dental implants, evaluating factors influencing their success, survival, and …

verfasst von:
Aashish Deshmukh, Manasi Bavaskar, Ayeshwarya Choudhary, Janmesh Galvankar, Amol Dubey

05.04.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Prosthetically Guided Reconstruction of Maxilla with Free Fibular Flap as a Secondary Reconstruction in Maxillary Defects Caused by Mucormycosis

Mucormycosis is serious infection causing rapid involvement of soft as well hard tissues of maxillofacial area and even involvement spread beyond eye, skullbase into the cranial cavity [ 1 ]. Considering the aggressive nature of disease and as per …

verfasst von:
Gunjan Shah, Gyanendra Misra, Vipul Nagavadiya, Utsav Bhatt

05.04.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Role of Whey Protein in the Treatment Outcome of Maxillofacial Trauma Patients: An Interventional Study

In severe trauma, maxillofacial injury occurs in approximately 5–33% of patients [ 1 – 3 ]. Road traffic accidents (RTA) are the primary cause of maxillofacial injuries especially in developing nations which account for 69.38% [ 4 ].

verfasst von:
Wasim Ahmad, Sajjad Abdur Rahman, Ghulam Sarwar Hashmi, Mehtab Ahmad, Faiz Noor Khan Yusufi, Kalim Ansari, Mohammad Danish

04.04.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Inviscision: A Futuristic Alternative to Endaural Incision for TMJ Surgeries

Various ear incisions have been documented for use in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgeries in oral and maxillofacial surgery. These incisions emerge from a compromise between the need for appropriate access and the need for an aesthetically …

verfasst von:
Ankita Sahal, Sonal Anchlia, Jigar Dhuvad, Utsav Bhatt, Ghanshyam Prajapati, Monika Chudasma

03.04.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Bone Loss and Soft Tissue Loss Following Orthodontic Extraction Using Conventional Forceps versus Physics Forceps: A Prospective Split Mouth Study

Dental extraction procedure has been a part of traditional and contemporary dental fraternity. It has been practiced since prehistoric times to treat dental pain and various instruments have been developed for the same. With the introduction of …

verfasst von:
D. Alden Schnyder Jason, S. Gidean Arularasan, Murugesan Krishnan, M. P. Santhosh Kumar, Saravanan Lakshmanan

01.04.2024 | Correction

Correction: Sinus Augmentation Using Mineralized Bone Allografts: A 6-Month Histological and Histomorphometric Analysis

verfasst von:
Pierre Lahoud, Nabih Nader, Ronald Younes

31.03.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Oral Vitamin B12 Versus Intra-Nasal Vitamin B12 in Transient Neurosensory Disturbances Following Third Molar Surgery: A Prospective Cohort Study

The modern human diet, consisting mainly of soft processed foods, has led to a reduction in jaw size. This has resulted in insufficient space for the mandibular third molars [ 1 ], making them the most frequently impacted teeth. Consequently …

verfasst von:
Jayanthi Lingaraj, D. Prabhu Shankar, Anantanarayanan Parameswaran, T. Srinivasa Prasad

29.03.2024 | CASE REPORT

Bilateral Superolateral Dislocation of Intact Mandibular Condyle with Concomitant Symphysis Fracture: A Case Report

Dislocation of the mandibular condyle of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is defined as a clinical condition in which head of the condyle is displaced out of its functional position within the glenoid fossa and posterior slope of the articular …

verfasst von:
Prasanna Kumar Reddy Jakkireddy, Rajasekhar Gali, Venkata Kishore Kumar Rayadurgam, Sathya Kumar Devireddy, Sridhar Reddy Kanubaddy, Haripriya Chakravarthy

28.03.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Comparison of Wrinkle Patterns Generated by Intradermal and Intramuscular Botulinum Toxin Injections by Clinical Evaluation

Forehead prominence influences the perceived aesthetics of the face by affecting the projection of interlinked structures like nose, lip, and chin. Forehead being the smooth convexity over the frontal bone between the hairline and eyebrows, is a …

verfasst von:
Rituparna Mitra, V. B. Krishna Kumar Raja, Elavenil Panneerselvam

28.03.2024 | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Root End Resection in Periapical Surgeries: A Contention of Opinion Between an Oral Surgeon and an Endodontist

verfasst von:
Supraja Vemuganti, Bharadwaj Bhogavaram

27.03.2024 | Case Report: Report, Interesting Case

A Rare Case of an Elongated Uvula Causing Episodic Dysphagia and Coughing Fits

verfasst von:
Sharaf Sheik-Ali, Mutaz Albelbisi, Azizi Sheik-Ali, Ayeshah Abdul-Hamid

27.03.2024 | CLINICAL PAPER

Complex-Type Foreign Body Penetrating Injuries of the Craniofacial Region and Surgical Management: A Report of Three Cases

Head and neck foreign body trauma, which is not very rare in existence, has a substantial potential for consequential injuries and fatalities. The incidence reported in the literature for foreign body penetrating injuries is sporadic; a …

verfasst von:
Virendra Singh, Ankita Dahiya, Aakash Britto, Amrish Bhagol, Prashant Kumar, Neha Jajodia, Rajiv Tanwar

27.03.2024 | TECHNICAL NOTE

Pterygomaxillary Dysjunction: The Tauro’s Fulcrum Technique

A LeFort I osteotomy is one of the most common procedures that is within the repertoire of an orthognathic surgeon. However, it is the disarticulation of the pterygomaxillary junction, a critical step in LeFort I osteotomy that is fraught with …

verfasst von:
David P. Tauro, Uday Kiran Uppada

25.03.2024 | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

RE: Fibrin Network and Platelets Densities in Platelet‑Rich Fibrin (PRF) Membranes Produced from Plastic Tubes Without Additives—A New Approach to PRF Clinical Use

verfasst von:
Carlos Fernando Mourão, Nelson Pinto, Iris Anastasia Panos, Luiz Juliasse, Bruno Vasconcelos Gurgel

Open Access 24.03.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

The Evolution of the Epidemiology of Facial Fractures Before, During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

Fractures of the facial bones are among the most frequent diagnoses on admission to maxillofacial surgery units. The epidemiology of this pathology is extremely variable and may be influenced by several factors such as life habits, sociocultural …

verfasst von:
Marzia Petrocelli, Federica Ruggiero, Liliana Feraboli, Davide Allegri, Sebastiano Cutrupi, Anna Maria Baietti, Giovanni Salzano, Gianmarco Prucher, Pietro Maremonti, Luigi Angelo Vaira

20.03.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Efficacy of Infrared Thermographic Camera in Early Detection of Vascular Obstruction Following Microvascular Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction: A Prospective Clinical Study

The advent of microvascular surgery has significantly expanded the scope of reconstructive surgery’s options and strategies in a substantial way, that are still evolving [ 1 ]. The first microvascular free tissue transfer was successfully performed …

verfasst von:
J. Thyagaraj, M. Ehtaih Sham, Suresh Menon, D. Veerendra Kumar, Rithvik Vinayak

20.03.2024 | TECHNICAL NOTE

A Novel Minimally Invasive and Cost-Effective Internal Fixation of the Le Fort I Fracture by Using Intermaxillary Fixation Screw and Wire: A Technical Note

Le Fort fractures account for about 16–30% of craniofacial trauma [ 1 ]. These fractures are often concomitant with other fractures of the craniomaxillofacial skeleton and severe injuries to the head and neck. Sometimes they occur in isolation and …

verfasst von:
Babu Lal, Samriddhi Burman, Ragavi Alagarsamy, Anshul J. Rai, Jitendra Kumar, Ravina Rajpoot

19.03.2024 | ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Co2 LASER Therapy as an Option for Non-Healing Surgical Wounds after Radiation Therapy—A Retrospective Study

Wound healing has been a subject of research for several years due to various factors which retards the ability of the tissues to heal. From a fresh wound to its complete healing, it undergoes a series of events that has been broadly divided into …

verfasst von:
Basavaraj R. Patil, Nirdhum Shikha

19.03.2024 | TECHNICAL NOTE

Precision and Affordability: Acrylic Surgical Template and Cutting Guide for Mandibular Reconstruction with Free Fibula Flap

The free fibula flap has gained widespread acceptance for mandibular reconstruction due to its proven reliability, attributed to the fibula's long, straight form and robust blood supply [ 1 ]. Precise shaping and positioning of the fibula bone are …

verfasst von:
Santhosh Rao, Frijo Xavier, Virat Galhotra

17.03.2024 | SHORT COMMUNICATION

Infiltrating Lipomatosis of the Face with Subtle Extraoral Changes Diagnosed During Dental Examination

Infiltrating lipomatosis of the face (ILF) is a congenital nonhereditary disorder in which the tissues of the facial region, and less frequently of the neck, are infiltrated for unencapsulated mature adipocytes, including the submucosa, dermis …

verfasst von:
Magdalena Raquel Torres Reyes, Rubens Caliento, Julia Biliato Javaroni, Heitor Albergoni Silveira, Raquel Assed Bezerra Segato, Jorge Esquiche León