Saulo Gabriel Moreira Falci

Saulo Gabriel Moreira Falci
  • PhD
  • Professor at Federal University from Jequitinhonha and Mucuri's Valleys

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Introduction
Saulo Gabriel Moreira Falci is a researcher in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Adjunct Professor of Federal University of Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri.
Current institution
Federal University from Jequitinhonha and Mucuri's Valleys
Current position
  • Professor
Additional affiliations
November 2015 - present
Federal University from Jequitinhonha and Mucuri's Valleys
Position
  • Professor (Associate)
November 2015 - present
Federal University from Jequitinhonha and Mucuri's Valleys
Position
  • Professor

Publications

Publications (108)
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Background To assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the prevalence of oral and maxillofacial fractures (OMFs) by comparing current data with pre-pandemic trends. Methods Eligibility criteria: Observational studies comparing current data from OMFs with pre-pandemic trends were eligible for inclusion. Information sources: An electronic searc...
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Aim: The aim of the current systematic review was to investigate differences in the measurement of working length in primary teeth between electronic apex locators (EAL) and radiographic methods (conventional radiography [CR] and digital radiography [DR]). Methods: A systematic search was conducted in six electronic databases (Medline via PubMed...
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Background/Aim Urban violence represents a significant public health issue globally due to its profound impact on daily life and the high prevalence of victims seeking care in health services. This study aims to evaluate sex differences in victimization patterns, using maxillofacial trauma as a marker for urban violence. Material and Methods This...
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Introdução: Exodontias de terceiros molares são capazes de gerar desconforto ao paciente em seu pós-cirúrgico, devido à reação inflamatória provocada pelo dano tecidual local. São procedimentos que apresentam uma relevância notável em odontologia por se tratar de uma das cirurgias orais menores mais realizada em todo mundo. Apesar de fazer parte do...
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A atuação do cirurgião-dentista em ambiente hospitalar, dentre outras funções, permite a redução de infecções oportunistas, o diagnóstico precoce de lesões bucais, bem como a identificação de outras condições clínicas que podem ser negligenciadas pela equipe médica. O objetivo deste trabalho foi destacar a importância da Odontologia Hospitalar no m...
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Introduction: The mandibular angle fractures in the region of the body represent the highest incidence of fractures in mandibles and therefore deserve special attention and care. The use of three-dimensional plates has shown good results in this type of treatment and use has increased every day. Case Report: The authors describe two cases of mandib...
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Introduction: c density (number of citations per year), first author's country, year of publication, study design and subject. VOSviewer software was used to create graphical bibliometric maps. Results: The total number of citations papers which from 13 to 180, and only eight were cited more than 100 times. Papers were published from 1997 to 2022,...
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Background Protocols are currently being studied in preventing postoperative complications after exodontia. Purpose This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate whether the application of intra-alveolar honey reduces inflammatory complications after the extraction of mandibular third molars (CRD 42.023.467.041). Methods Searches were...
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This study aimed to systematically review the literature to evaluate the effectiveness of virtual reality in reducing anxiety and pain in patients undergoing third molar surgeries. Clinical trials evaluating patients who used virtual reality (VR) compared with no VR in the management of pain or anxiety after third molar extractions were included. A...
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Objective The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of complementary and alternative treatments on postoperative pain following lower third molar surgeries. Methods A comprehensive search of Electronic databases (Embase, MEDLINE via PubMed, and Cochrane Library) and grey literature was conducted up until May 2022. Randomized clinical...
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Categoria: Oral Eixo temático: Fórum Científico: apresentação oral de pesquisas científicas 1 Introdução/justificativa A extração de terceiros molares (3M) é um procedimento comum na prática odontológica. O tempo cirúrgico e o trauma causado aos tecidos bucais são fatores consideráveis para o aparecimento de dor, edema, trismo e sangramento após ex...
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To compare, among patients undergoing third molar surgeries, whether the use or omission of sutures improves postoperative clinical parameters. A systematic literature review was conducted to identify randomized clinical trials in humans. The steps of this review were conducted following the PRISMA protocol. The risk of bias assessment was performe...
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Purpose Tissue synthesis is extremely important for the attenuation of postoperative discomforts, as it keeps the tissues coapted, accelerates the healing process, and reduces the bleeding period of the surgical wound. Thus, this study aimed to systematically review the results of clinical trials that compared the use of cyanoacrylate with conventi...
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Class III dentoskeletal malocclusion is one of the most requested in terms of treatment. Request multidisciplinary therapy and a combination of orthodontics and surgery. Virtual pre-surgical planning helps minimize damage and achieve better results. The objective of this work is to describe the clinical picture of a patient with dentoskeletal defor...
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Objective This randomized clinical trial aimed to compare the efficacy of Erich arch bars (EAB) and intermaxillary fixation (IMF) screws in reducing mandibular fractures during open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Methods A total of 28 patients with mandibular fractures were randomly allocated to either the EAB group or the IMF screws grou...
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The use of technological resources, such as mobile applications, in the health area has become a growing reality that aims to improve service delivery from diagnosis to prognosis with greater practicality. Background/ Aim: present an epidemiological survey of victims of maxillofacial trauma and the technological development of a checklist for auxi...
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Objective To compare effectiveness of counselling program versus counselling program plus jaw exercises to reduce pain and click in patients with temporomandibular joint disc displacement with reduction (DDWR). Materials and methods Patients were divided into two groups: instructions for temporomandibular disorders (TMD) plus jaw exercises (test,...
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Purpose Using network meta-analyses (NMA) has become increasingly valuable as it enables the comparison of interventions that have not been directly compared in a clinical trial. To date, there has not been a NMA of randomized clinical trials (RCT) that compares all types of treatments for mandibular condylar process fractures (MCPFs). The aim of t...
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Objective This randomized clinical trial aimed to compare the efficacy of Erich Arch Bars (EAB) and Intermaxillary Fixation (IMF) Screws in reducing mandibular fractures during Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF). Material and Methods A total of 28 patients with mandibular fractures were randomly allocated to either the EAB group or the IM...
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Odontogenic myxoma is an uncommon benign neoplasm; it has mesenchymal origin and has the potential to be locally invasive, with greater predominance of the maxillary bones. It manifests clinically between the second and third decade of life, and the treatment of choice is surgical resection. Clinical and radiological manifestations are variable and...
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Purpose: This study aimed to compile a list of the 100 most cited articles on mandibular fractures and to glean key insights from these articles via a bibliometric analysis. Methods: This bibliometric analysis was performed using the Web of Science Core Collection database. The search was performed through January 2022. The bibliometric paramete...
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Purpose: To critically evaluate the available literature and conduct a systematic review of recent randomized controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of probiotics compared to chlorhexidine mouthwash in enhancing periodontal health. Methods: Five databases were searched electronically, as well as the gray literature. Using the Cochrane ris...
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Purpose Dental anxiety (DA) is characterized by the expression of tension, stress, apprehension, irritation, anger, and frustration experienced by patients during dental appointment. The objective of this study was to systematically review the literature to assess the effectiveness of the use of informative videos in reducing DA in patients undergo...
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Background Violence against women represents an urgent public health problem and has been an increasingly important topic in society's discussions and concerns. Although studies report a high prevalence of injuries to the face and head of women victims of intentional violence, this physical damage has never been investigated by grouped studies. Thu...
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Objectives: To provide a nonbiased, complete assessment of what the evidence from meta-analyses informs us about complementary and nonpharmacological treatment options for the management of pain after third molar surgery, as well as highlight any discordancy, gaps, or lack of evidence among meta-analyses. Methods: The quality of the included sys...
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Segundo livro da coletânea voltada às ciências da saúde, que tem como título Coletânea Internacional de Pesquisa em Ciências da Saúde. V.2, essa obra é editada pela Seven Publicações Ltda, tendo a composição de mais de 86 capítulos voltados ao desenvolvimento e disseminação do conhecimento na área da saúde.
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Segundo livro da coletânea voltada às ciências da saúde, que tem como título Coletânea Internacional de Pesquisa em Ciências da Saúde. V.2, essa obra é editada pela Seven Publicações Ltda, tendo a composição de mais de 86 capítulos voltados ao desenvolvimento e disseminação do conhecimento na área da saúde.
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The aim of this bibliometric research was to identify and analyze the top 100 cited systematic reviews in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery in order to guide any professional level with interest in this topic and to map the current trends the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Using the Web of Science database without restrictions o...
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Temos o prazer de lançar o livro sobre as Habilidades essenciais das ciências médicas, essa obra é editada pela Seven Publicações Ltda, tendo a composição de 19 capítulos voltados ao desenvolvimento e disseminação do conhecimento na área médica
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Purpose This study aimed to identify and rank the top 100 cited papers related to third molar surgery Methods This bibliometric analysis was performed through the Clarivate Analytics’ Web of Science database intended to find the top 100 most cited papers. The search was conducted on 18th November 2021 with MeSH terms related to the third molar sur...
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The decision on retaining or prophylactically removing asymptomatic lower third molars is still discussed in the literature. This study aimed to verify the association between asymptomatic lower third molars and local bone conditions through periapical radiographs. Based on sample size calculations, 288 radiographs were required. Dependent variable...
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Background: The aim of this bibliometric research was to identify and analyze the top 100 cited publications in the field of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in order to guide any professional level with interest in this topic by mapping the current trends in the field of TMD. Materials and methods: The Clarivate Analytics' Web of Science datab...
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A responsabilidade civil do profissional de saúde (médicos, dentistas, enfermeiros, técnicos de enfermagem e etc.) tem sido um tema cada vez mais presente nos tribunais brasileiros. O objetivo principal deste trabalho é debater a responsabilidade civil do cirurgião dentista, especialista em cirurgia e traumatologia buco-maxilo-facial. As discussões...
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Purpose: To compare the effect of intramuscular administration of dexamethasone versus Traumeel S® on patients' oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) after surgical extraction of impacted lower third molars (3M). Patients and methods: A randomized, triple-blinded clinical trial was conducted. The sample was composed of 17 patients with asymp...
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Trata-se de análise morfométrica de incisivos centrais superiores com para auxílio no planejamento de implantes imediatos. A literatura revista não evidenciou um desenho de implante que permitisse condições ótimas de inserção imediata. Investigou-se um grupo compreendido por 25 incisivos centrais superiores extraídos (Grupo 1) e Grupo 2, correspond...
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The aim of this study is to provide an evidence-based conclusion regarding the effectiveness of kinesio taping (KT) in reducing postsurgical discomforts after mandibular third molar surgery and critically appraise the available literature. Eligible clinical trials evaluating patients older than 18 years who were treated with any type of KT compared...
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Purpose To compare resorbable plates with titanium plates for the fixation of zygomatic fractures, taking into account postoperative complications. Methods This systematic review followed the guidelines of PRISMA and the recommendations of the Cochrane Handbook and was registered in PROSPERO. The electronic search was performed in the Web of Scien...
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OBJECTIVE: To identify all current treatment methods for symptomatic pericoronitis around the mandibular third molar, in the current context, to guide the clinical practice of dental surgeons. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The review protocol was previously registered (PROSPERO; CRD42019138130). Searches were conducted in MEDLINE [Pubmed], Web of Science,...
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This study aimed to analyze the relationship of the occlusal support together with the lower third molars to the mandibular fractures of the angle and condyle among patients in our medical institutions. This was a retrospective study that reviewed the medical records and radiographs of all patients treated for mandibular fractures from 2015 to 2019...
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Background and Aim This preliminary study aimed to evaluate whether a homeopathic preparation (Traumeel S) might be a good option to control post-operative outcomes (pain, edema and trismus) associated with surgical removal of mandibular third molar teeth. The null hypothesis was that Traumeel S is not different from dexamethasone (gold standard) i...
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Objective: This network meta-analysis aims to rank the best postoperative drug regimen to control inflammatory complications related to mandibular third molar surgery. Introduction: Many studies of oral drugs have been proposed to control postoperative inflammatory complications after third molar surgeries with inconclusive results. A systematic...
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Background/Aim: The standardization of the maxillofacial examination using a validated checklist is highly important. A checklist can also be a valuable tool for epidemiological studies, as it provides all clinical information related to maxillofacial trauma. The aim of this study was to propose a new checklist for the initial evaluation of maxillo...
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The aim of this bibliometric research was to identify and analyze the top 100 cited systematic reviews in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Using the Web of Science-database without restrictions on publication year or language, a bibliometric analysis was performed for the five major journals of oral and maxillofacial surgery: Internatio...
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PurposeThe teeth positioning may be an important associated factor for the pericoronitis’ clinical signs. Our objective was to verify the association between lower third molar position according to the Pell and Gregory classification and clinical variables in patients with pericoronitis.Methods Cross-sectional analysis of panoramic radiographs and...
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Introduction: Monozygotic twins are a valuable sample for the study of human craniofacial growth and development. Aims: The aim of the present study was to analyze the dento-craniofacial characteristics in monozygotic twins and to discuss the genetic, epigenetic and environmental influences in the twin’s phenotypic features. Material and Methods: T...
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Objective The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of two types of treatment (counseling program versus counseling program plus jaw exercises) to improve the quality of life of patients with disc displacement with reduction (DDWR). Materials and Methods Patients were divided into two groups. The test group received guidelines for tem...
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Carcinoma ex-pleomorphic adenoma is an uncommon salivary gland malignant neoplasm arising in the epithelial component from pre-existing pleomorphic adenoma. A 70-year-old woman was referred complaining of an earache due to an increased facial volume lasting for 2 years. Extraoral examination revealed nodular lesion with normal color, fibroelastic c...
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Abstract. This systematic review aimed to compare the Erich arch bars (EABs) with intermaxillary fixation (IMF) screws in maxillofacial fractures involving dental occlusion on perioperative parameters. Four electronic databases were searched: MedLine (Pubmed), Web of Science, VHL, and Cochrane Library. Inclusion criteria comprised clinical trials c...
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Purpose Evaluate the clinical evidences of the hyaluronic acid in minimizing inflammatory parameters such as pain, edema and trismus after third molar extraction. Methods An electronic search was conducted in four databases. The eligibility criteria included clinical trials that used hyaluronic acid compared to placebo or no treatment after third...
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Aim of the present systematic review was to evaluate whether children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at greater chance of developing bruxism compared to individuals without this disorder. Observational studies that evaluated the occurrence of bruxism in children and adolescents with ADHD were included. The...
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Background: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of ozonized water on pain, oedema and trismus after impacted third molar mandibular surgeries when compared to double distilled water. A randomized triple blind trial was conducted. Methods: Patients with third molars class II-B of Pell-Gregory were included, and surgical extraction was perfo...
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The aim of this systematic review was to compare the triangular and envelope flaps in mandibular third molar surgery with regard to pain, oedema, and trismus. Secondary outcomes assessed were dehiscence, ecchymosis, alveolar osteitis, periodontal condition, and surgical time. The PRISMA guidelines and recommendations in the Cochrane Handbook were f...
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Objective: This retrospective study was intended to assess whether the mandibular angular and condylar fractures are influenced by the existence or absence of the lower third molar (angulation & impaction) as well as the occlusal support. Material and Methods: The study was performed among patients who experienced mandibular fractures in the depar...
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The aim of this systematic review was to verify whether the presence of a lower third molar in the mandibular angle fracture line is associated with postoperative complications. An electronic survey was conducted in five databases. Eligibility criteria included observational and experimental studies that evaluated the association between the presen...
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Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the association between mandibular third molar position and occurrence of pericoronitis. Design: The systematic review was performed based on PRISMA criteria (Prospero: CRD42018102835). The electronic search was performed in Medline, Virtual Health Library and Web of Science (until August 2018)...
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A systematic literature search was conducted (through April 2017), using Web of Science, PubMed and Virtual Health Library, manual reference list, and grey literature searches. The quality of the studies was evaluated using the Newcastle‐Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale. The meta‐analysis was performed using R software. A total of 30 studies was inc...
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Introduction Cold therapy (cryotherapy) is a common procedure recommended by dental surgeons after surgical removal of third molars, which is an invasive intervention that often deals with an expressive inflammatory response. Objective To investigate whether cryotherapy interferes with clinical outcomes such as pain, edema, and trismus in the posto...
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Introduction Labial frenectomy is a common procedure in the oral surgery specialty. Nowadays, laser surgery seems to provide better post-operative results than scalpel surgery. Thus, the aim of this study was to analyze whether trans-surgical and postoperative variables of labial frenectomy are better when performed with laser than with conventiona...
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The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the clinical evidences of the bromelain in minimizing inflammatory parameters such as pain, edema, and trismus after lower third molar surgeries. An electronic search was conducted in six databases through November 2017. The eligibility criteria included randomized and non‐randomized clinical trials...
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Objective: The purpose of this systematic review was to assess the impact of third molar removal on patient's quality of life. Methods: To address the study purpose, investigators designed and implemented a systematic review. The primary outcome variable was the quality of life after third molar extraction. An electronic search was conducted thr...
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This systematic review aimed to answer the following PICO question: Does the intramuscular injection of dexamethasone result in less pain, swelling, and trismus after mandibular third molar removal when compared to other routes of administration or a control group (saline solution injection or no treatment)? An electronic search was conducted in Vi...
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Objective: To investigate whether there are differences between the root canal disinfection, comparing the passive ultrasonic irrigation technique with the conventional technique. Materials and methods: The following electronic databases were searched: Pubmed; VHL; Web of Sciences and OVID with no publication date restriction. The study’s quality e...
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The aim of this study was to compare the effects of acupuncture and placebo acupuncture on the control of pain, oedema, and trismus following the extraction of third molars and on the control of preoperative anxiety. Sixteen patients (mean age 22.5±3.45years) each underwent four acupuncture sessions, one prior to each surgery and the others at 24,...
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Background: The effects of bariatric surgery can reflect in the oral cavity and can cause alterations in oral health. This high prevalence of oral alterations in the pre and post-operative periods has been highlighted in different studies. Objectives: To investigate the effect of bariatric surgery on periodontal status through a systematic revie...
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Cellular neurothekeomas (CNs) are distinctive benign tumors of uncertain histogenesis, with predilection for the skin of the head and neck region. We describe the first case of multiple desmoplastic CNs (DCNs) affecting the oral cavity in a 9-year-old girl. Histopathologic evaluation showed a proliferation of spindle and epithelioid cells, forming...
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The aim of this research was to assess the hemodynamic variations during the extraction of impacted lower third molars using lidocaine 2 % or articaine 4 %, as local anesthetics. Fourteen patients with a mean age of 22.4 (SD=3.25), were submitted to the bilateral extraction of lower third molars, with an interval of three to four weeks between the...
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Aim The aim of the present study was to assess the periodontal condition and sensitivity of second mandibular molars after the extraction of the adjacent third molar, while also assessing the quality of life of the patients. Materials and Methods Twenty-three healthy patients were assessed in terms of probing depth, gingival height, gingival thick...
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Objective: This study aimed to examine whether Sjögren syndrome (SS) is related to periodontal status. Study design: A systematic review was performed on the basis of PRISMA (PROSPERO: CRD42017055202). A search was performed in the PubMed/MEDLINE, LILACS, Web of Science, and Science Direct databases. Hand searches and review of the gray literatu...
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Objectives: Studies have observed the presence of extra-intestinal manifestations of celiac disease (CD), including involvement of the oral cavity, such that developmental defects of enamel (DDE) occur. Thus, the aim of this review was to access the polled prevalence of DDE in individuals with CD, and to establish the strength of the association b...
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Objective: To compare the mechanical resistance of conventional plates with a modified Y-plate in mandibular condyle fracture. Materials and methods: 40 synthetic hemi-mandibular polyurethane replicates were used. Two groups of fixing materials were included: 20 mandibles fixed with 40 straight plates with four roles each (2.0 mm system) and 20...
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The aim of the present study was to assess the effectiveness of preemptive dexamethasone in surgery of the lower third molars and to compare it with other oral anti-inflammatories. An electronic search was conducted for preemptive effects related to lower third-molar surgery in 3 separate databases. The variables pain, swelling, and trismus were as...
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This letter aimed to describe a surgical technique for oronasal fistula closure that promotes efficient healing and minimizes recurrence. The oronasal fistula was repaired by buccal flap. The technique proved to be simple and efficient.
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Introduction Mandibular fractures represent a high percentage of all facial fractures, and the bite force is a fundamental parameter to measure the actual mandibular function and, subsequently, the masticatory efficiency and quality of life. Objectives The purpose of the present systematic review was to verify if there is any difference in the bite...
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Purpose: The aim of this meta-analysis was to determine which characteristics of mandibular third molars (MTMs) are more often associated with an increase in the prevalence/incidence of caries on the distal surface of mandibular second molars (MSMs). Methods: Three electronic databases were analyzed: PubMed; OVID and the Virtual Health Library....
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Objective: The aim was to evaluate the efficacy of the use of intra-alveolar chlorhexidine gel in preventing alveolar osteitis and reducing edema, pain and trismus after the extraction of lower third molars. Methods: The searches were performed in the following databases: PubMed, The Cochrane Library, Elsevier Science Direct, and Ovid MEDLINE up to...
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Purpose To compare the effect of dexamethasone 8 mg and diclofenac sodium 50 mg associated with codeine 50 mg on the control of pain, swelling, and trismus following the extraction of impacted third molars. Methods Fifteen healthy patients with a mean age of 22.8 (standard deviation 12.62) years received a single oral dose of either drug 1 h prior...
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The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the influence of the presence and position of mandibular third molars in mandibular condyle fractures. An electronic search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and VHL, through January 2016. The eligibility criteria included observational studies. The search strateg...
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The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the influence of the presence and position of mandibular third molars on angle fractures. An electronic search was conducted in the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and VHL databases, through January 2016. The eligibility criteria included observational studies. The search strate...
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Objective: To present a rare case of a mandibular bilateral simple bone cyst (SBC) with different radiological features and argue about the importance of the differential diagnosis.Case description: A 16-year-old boy was referred by his dentist to evaluate two radiolucent mandibular lesions. The diagnostic hypotheses were ameloblastoma or keratocys...
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The objective of this study was to verify the existence of an association between daytime and/or nighttime bruxism and the levels of cortisol in patients that carry this parafunction. A systematic review of observational studies were conducted in the following databases: PubMed; OVID and VHL (Virtual Health Library, LILACS, IBECS; MEDLINE and Sciel...
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Aim The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to compare, in the lower third molar surgery, the osteotomy techniques with rotary instruments and piezoelectric motors. Methods An electronic search was conducted using the following databases: Pubmed, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Oral Health Group Trials Register. Inclusion criteria...
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Introducao: Biosseguranca e um tema fundamental na odontologia considerando os procedimentos em que o profissional e a equipe de trabalho entram em contato com secrecoes da cavidade oral, potencialmente contaminantes. Objetivo: Avaliar o conhecimento de biosseguranca dos servidores, discentes e empregados da limpeza responsaveis pelas clinicas e la...
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The aim of the present study was to use mechanical and photoelastic tests to compare the performance of cannulated screws with solid-core screws in sagittal split osteotomy fixation. Ten polyurethane mandibles, with a prefabricated sagittal split ramus osteotomy, were fixed with an L inverted technique and allocated to each group as follows: cannul...
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Intermaxillary fixation is used to achieve proper occlusion during and after oral and maxillofacial fracture surgery. The aim of this systematic review was to compare Erich arch bar fixation with other intermaxillary fixation methods in terms of the operating time, safety during installation, oral health maintenance and occlusal stability. An elect...
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The aim of the present study was to compare four methods of fixation in mandibular body fractures. Mechanical and photoelastic tests were performed using polyurethane and photoelastic resin mandibles, respectively. The study groups contained the following: (I), two miniplates of 2.0 mm; (II) one 2.0 mm plate and an Erich arch bar; (III) one 2.4 mm...
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Objective The aim of this study was to use mechanical and photoelastic tests to compare the performance of cannulated screws with other fixation methods in mandibular symphysis fractures. Study Desing Ten polyurethane mandibles were allocated to each group and fixed as follows: Group (PRP) 2 perpendicular miniplates; Group (PLL) 1 miniplate and 1...
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Objective: The aim of the present systematic review was to determine the existence of scientific evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) as an adjuvant to orthodontic treatment in individuals with orofacial disorders. A further aim was to assess the methodological quality of the studies included in the rev...
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Central giant cell lesion (CGCL) and peripheral giant cell lesion (PGCL) are non-neoplastic proliferative processes of the jaws. PGCL is a reactive process induced by irritant local factors and CGCL is an intra-osseous lesion of unknown etiology. Both lesions exhibit similar histologic features showing abundant mononuclear cells, admixed with a lar...
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O objetivo dessa revisao da literatura foi determinar, entre Arco Barra de Erich e Parafuso autorrosqueante, qual e o melhor metodo de fixacao maxilo-mandibular. A busca bibliografica foi realizada por meio da Biblioteca Virtual em Saude (BVS), nas seguintes bases de dados: LILACS (Literatura Latino Americana e do Caribe em Ciencias da Saude), SciE...
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The aim of this study was to compare the effect of dexamethasone 8mg and methylprednisolone 40mg for the control of pain, swelling, and trismus following the extraction of impacted third molars. Sixteen healthy patients with a mean age of 20.3 (standard deviation 1.25) years received a single oral dose of either drug 1h prior to each surgical proce...
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Antimalarials are commonly prescribed in medical practice for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, as well as malaria. They are generally well-tolerated, but side effects, although infrequent, are well known. The antimalarial chloroquine diphosphate may be associated with a bluish-gray to black hyperpigmentation of the oral...
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Objective The aim of the present study was to describe the morphological aspects of the nasopalatine region in human fetuses and correlate these aspects with the development of pathologies in this region. Material and Methods Five human fetuses with no facial or palatine abnormalities were used for the acquisition of specimens from the nasopalatin...

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