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Carlo Maiorana - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Cervicofacial emphysema secondary to facebow injury: a case report.
    The Journal of clinical pediatric dentistry, 2009
    Co-Authors: Marco Cicciù, Giovanni Battista Grossi, Mario Beretta, Davide Farronato, Concetta Scalfaro, Carlo Maiorana
    Abstract:

    Aim: To report the clinical case of a child with facial and periorbital emphysema caused by an Orthodontic Device. Case report: An 11-year-old child presented to our clinic showing moderate swelling of the left facial area. Based on his dental history, physical findings, and instrument examinations, the diagnosis of cervicofacial emphysema was established, caused by disengagement of the facebow. One week later, all swelling and crepitus had disappeared without complications. Most patients who develop subcutaneous emphysema after a dental procedure have only moderate local swelling, which normally resolves spontaneously and without complications within a week. However, the spread of large amounts of air into the deeper spaces may cause life-threatening sequelae. Conclusions: Orthodontists should be aware that the use of extraoral traction applied via a facebow can cause soft tissue injures and emphysema of the cervicofacial region. It is important to avoid misdiagnosis and to appropriately inform patient a...

  • Cervicofacial emphysema secondary to facebow injury: a case report
    'The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry', 2009
    Co-Authors: M. Cicci&#249, Giovanni Battista Grossi, Mario Beretta, Davide Farronato, Concetta Scalfaro, Carlo Maiorana
    Abstract:

    Aim: To report the clinical case of a child with facial and periorbital emphysema caused by an Orthodontic Device. Case report: An 11-year-old child presented to our clinic showing moderate swelling of the left facial area. Based on his dental history, physical findings, and instrument examinations, the diagnosis of cervicofacial emphysema was established, caused by disengagement of the facebow. One week later, all swelling and crepitus had disappeared without complications. Most patients who develop subcutaneous emphysema after a dental procedure have only moderate local swelling, which normally resolves spontaneously and without complications within a week. However, the spread of large amounts of air into the deeper spaces may cause life-threatening sequelae. Conclusions: Orthodontists should be aware that the use of extraoral traction applied via a facebow can cause soft tissue injures and emphysema of the cervicofacial region. It is important to avoid misdiagnosis and to appropriately inform patient and parents about this condition

Carlos Floresmir - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • effect of non surgical maxillary expansion on the nasal septum deviation a systematic review
    Progress in Orthodontics, 2015
    Co-Authors: Tehnia Aziz, Kal Ansari, Manuel O Lagravere, Michael P Major, Carlos Floresmir
    Abstract:

    Nasal breathing is a requirement for proper growth and development of the craniofacial complex. Inadequacy of the nasal airway from obstruction such as from nasal septal deviation (NSD) can affect craniofacial development. Further investigation of the possibility of rapid maxillary expansion (RME) correcting NSD would be valuable, considering the undesirable sequelae of NSD on nasal breathing, which can consequently affect craniofacial development. A systematic review of the effect of RME treatment on NSD was conducted. Electronic database searches were conducted until April 2015 using MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR), Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CCTR), Cochrane Methodology Register (CMR), Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects (DARE), American College of Physicians Journal Club (ACP Journal Club), Health Technology Assessments (HTA), and NHS Economic Evaluation Database (NHSEED). MeSH terms used in database searches were ‘nasal septum,’ ‘palatal expansion,’ and ‘maxillary expansion,’ ‘Orthodontic Device,’ and ‘palatal expansion technique.’ The methodological quality of studies was reviewed using methodological index for non-randomized studies (MINORS). Only two studies were finally selected and reviewed. Both studies had significant methodological limitations. One study reported a significant straightening of the nasal septum in the middle and the inferior third of nasal cavity from RME in children aged 5 to 9 years. The other study reported no positional change in the nasal septum from RME in adolescent Orthodontic patients. Thus far, the limited available (moderate risk of bias) evidence suggests a potentially positive effect on the nasal septum asymmetry during childhood, but no significant change in adolescence from RME in patients with NSD. The clinical significance of reported changes could be considered questionable.

Tuula Estlander - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Oral mucosal diseases investigated by patch testing with a dental screening series
    Contact Dermatitis, 1996
    Co-Authors: Kristiina Alanko, Lasse Kanerva, Riita Jolanki, Liisa Kannas, Tuula Estlander
    Abstract:

    : The role of contact allergies in oral mucosal diseases was studied. The subjects were 24 patients out of 479 tested, who had oral mucosal symptoms and positive patch test reactions in a dental series during 1987-1994 at the Department of Dermatology, Helsinki University Hospital. The clinical diagnoses were oral lichen planus (LPO, 13 patients), leukoplakia (2), glossodynia, i.e., 'burning mouth syndrome' (4), stomatitis (3) and recurrent angioedema (2). Only 1 patient had symptoms in relation to dental care. All but 2 patients had allergic reactions to mercury (Hg) (12 patients), gold sodium thiosulfate (Au) (13 patients) or both. A clinical connection between oral symptoms and contact allergy was seen in 10 patients. 9 patients (7 LPO, 2 leukoplakia) had Hg allergy. In these cases, the oral lesions disappeared after the amalgam fillings had been removed. 1 patient had recurrent stomatitis and perioral eczema after dental care and 2,2-bis(4-(2-hydroxy-3-methacryloxypropoxy)phenyl)propane (BIS-GMA) allergy. Her symptoms were caused by drilling of acrylic fillings. In addition, a connection between localized stomatitis and contact allergy was considered probable in 2 cases. 1 patient had stomatitis from contact with an Orthodontic Device and nickel allergy. The other had stomatitis from contact with a dental gold crown and gold allergy. No clinical connection was found between gold allergy and the oral symptoms of other patients.

Tehnia Aziz - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • effect of non surgical maxillary expansion on the nasal septum deviation a systematic review
    Progress in Orthodontics, 2015
    Co-Authors: Tehnia Aziz, Kal Ansari, Manuel O Lagravere, Michael P Major, Carlos Floresmir
    Abstract:

    Nasal breathing is a requirement for proper growth and development of the craniofacial complex. Inadequacy of the nasal airway from obstruction such as from nasal septal deviation (NSD) can affect craniofacial development. Further investigation of the possibility of rapid maxillary expansion (RME) correcting NSD would be valuable, considering the undesirable sequelae of NSD on nasal breathing, which can consequently affect craniofacial development. A systematic review of the effect of RME treatment on NSD was conducted. Electronic database searches were conducted until April 2015 using MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR), Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CCTR), Cochrane Methodology Register (CMR), Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects (DARE), American College of Physicians Journal Club (ACP Journal Club), Health Technology Assessments (HTA), and NHS Economic Evaluation Database (NHSEED). MeSH terms used in database searches were ‘nasal septum,’ ‘palatal expansion,’ and ‘maxillary expansion,’ ‘Orthodontic Device,’ and ‘palatal expansion technique.’ The methodological quality of studies was reviewed using methodological index for non-randomized studies (MINORS). Only two studies were finally selected and reviewed. Both studies had significant methodological limitations. One study reported a significant straightening of the nasal septum in the middle and the inferior third of nasal cavity from RME in children aged 5 to 9 years. The other study reported no positional change in the nasal septum from RME in adolescent Orthodontic patients. Thus far, the limited available (moderate risk of bias) evidence suggests a potentially positive effect on the nasal septum asymmetry during childhood, but no significant change in adolescence from RME in patients with NSD. The clinical significance of reported changes could be considered questionable.

Dermontienė Erika - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • ENAMEL CONDITION AND ORAL HYGIENE OF CHILDREN USING REMOVABLE Orthodontic DeviceS
    Institutional Repository of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, 2018
    Co-Authors: Dermontienė Erika
    Abstract:

    Relevance of the problem and aim of the thesis. A removable Orthodontic Device is one of the most commonly used types Orthodontic treatment, by using which the occlusion or position of individual teeth is gradually adjusted. The retention elements are fixed on the teeth and may cause dental changes. Although no research has been performed on the effect of retainers on the enamel of teeth. Aim of the analysis – to analyse the enamel condition of children using removable Orthodontic Devices. Material and methods. The analysis was carried out in the Orthodontics Clinic of the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, 53 patients using removable Orthodontic Devices were examined. The children’s teeth were examined and the parents were provided with a survey on social elements, health condition, oral hygiene habits and the removable Orthodontic Devices used, as well as procedures carried out previously. The following was analysed: oral hygiene and caries activity according to indexes, occlusion data, enamel defects of abutment teeth using ×4.5 magnifying glasses and light. Statistical analysis was carried out using the SPSS/w 17.0 statistical data processing software package. Results. The condition of oral hygiene was good in most children examined; they followed doctors’ orders. The oral hygiene condition of older children was better than that of younger children. Most common anomalies among the children examined – tooth position and occlusion defects. Older children use the retainers shorter than younger children. The most common type of occlusion in children using Orthodontic retainers was Angle I, and a third has been diagnosed with Angle III. During examination of enamel hypoplasia of the distal surface on right side – 13.2%, both distal and medial surfaces on the right side – 9.4%, was identified. Enamel abrasions of the medial surfaces were identified on the right side on both, lower and upper jaws. Conclusions. Enamel damage has not occurred for children treated with Orthodontic retainers