Cytomegalovirus Pulmonary Involvement in an Immunocompetent Adult. [PDF]
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a linear double-stranded DNA virus that may cause severe and potentially fatal infection in immunocompromised hosts. In immunocompetent individuals, the infection is typically mild or asymptomatic.
Luís H +4 more
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A Novel Mathematical Method to Diagnose the Transverse Growth Deficit of the Nasomaxillary Complex [PDF]
The diagnosis of transverse growth deficit of the maxilla in daily clinical practice is carried out mainly through the experience of a well-trained clinician, which implies a lack of objective criteria applicable in a protocolized manner.
Clara Guinot-Barona +5 more
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Delayed eruption of permanent dentition and maxillary contraction in patients with cleidocranial dysplasia: review and report of a family [PDF]
Introduction. Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) is an inherited disease caused by mutations in the RUNX2 gene on chromosome 6p21. This pathology, autosomal dominant or caused by a spontaneous genetic mutation, is present in one in one million individuals ...
Barbato, E. +5 more
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The relation between mandibular symphysis and the Angle class in orthodontic treatment. [PDF]
OBJECTIVES: Facial perception depends on the different components of the face. The chin is a striking anatomical structure in the individual’s identity and mandibular symphysis (MS) shape influences the adjacent soft tissue, determining facial harmony ...
Nobre R +4 more
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The Power of Customized Clear Aligners in Closing Molar Edentulous Spaces: Clinical and Medico-Legal Considerations in a Scoping Review and Case Report. [PDF]
Successful closure of edentulous spaces with clear aligners (CAs) is influenced by many factors. CAs are tailored orthodontic devices whose predictability may have relevant medico-legal implications.
Putrino A, Marinelli E, Zaami S.
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Genetic Pattern, Orthodontic and Surgical Management of Multiple Supplementary Impacted Teeth in a Rare, Cleidocranial Dysplasia Patient: A Case Report. [PDF]
Background: Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) is a rare, autosomal dominant skeletal dysplasia with a prevalence of one per million births. The main causes of CCD are mutations in the core-binding factor alpha-1 (CBFA1) or runt-related transcription factor-2
Inchingolo AD +20 more
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Class III Orthodontic Camouflage: Is the "Ideal" Treatment Always the Best Option? A Documented Case Report. [PDF]
Angle’s Class III is one of the most complex malocclusions to treat. In nongrowing skeletal class III malocclusions, the choice between orthognathic surgery and camouflage treatment remains a challenge to the orthodontist. In class III borderline cases, clinicians are called to find the best compromise between functional and aesthetics outcomes, with ...
Rustico L +5 more
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Combined Orthodontic and Restorative Minimally Invasive Approach to Diastema and Morphology Management in the Esthetic Area. Clinical Multidisciplinary Case Report with 3-Year Follow-Up [PDF]
Ceramic laminates are restorations that are bonded using adhesive techniques, which provide for the treatment of the prepared dental elements according to well-defined steps. Adhesive cementation guarantees high predictability and esthetics.
Apponi, R, Giannetti, L
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Impact of rapid maxillary expansion on mouth-breathing children and adolescents: A systematic review. [PDF]
Rapid maxillary expansion (RME) is an orthodontic procedure used to correct transverse maxillary deficiency. Due to the anatomical relationship between the palate and the nasal cavity, RME promotes an increase in nasal dimensions, which should ...
Sakai RH +3 more
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Health technology assessment in musculoskeletal radiology: the case study of EOSedge™. [PDF]
Objectives: Health technology assessment (HTA) is a systematic process used to evaluate the properties and effects of healthcare technologies within their intended use context.
Tomaiuolo R +5 more
europepmc +6 more sources

