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'Direct DICOM slice landmarking' a novel research technique to quantify skeletal changes in orthognathic surgery [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
The limitations of the current methods of quantifying the surgical movements of facial bones inspired this study. The aim of this study was the assessment of the accuracy and reproducibility of directly landmarking of 3D DICOM images (Digital Imaging and
Al-Hiyali, Ali   +7 more
core   +4 more sources

Massive calcium pyrophosphate deposition (CPPD) affecting the temporomandibular joint – A case report and review of the literature

open access: yesOral and Maxillofacial Surgery Cases
Calcium pyrophosphate deposition (CPPD) is a condition where calcium pyrophosphate crystals cause arthritis. Its occurrence in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is sparingly reported in the literature.
Yousuf Qundos   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

The efficacy of a porcine collagen matrix in keratinized tissue augmentation: a 5-year follow-up study

open access: yesInternational Journal of Implant Dentistry, 2018
Background When keratinized tissue width around dental implants is poorly represented, the clinician could resort to autogenous soft tissue grafting. Autogenous soft tissue grafting procedures are usually associated with a certain degree of morbidity ...
C. Maiorana   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Challenges and Controversies in the Diagnosis of MRONJ [PDF]

open access: yes, 2019
Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a relatively rare but potentially seriousand debilitating complication [...
Campisi, Giuseppina, Fede, Olga Di
core   +1 more source

3D printed plates based on generative design biomechanically outperform manual digital fitting and conventional systems printed in photopolymers in bridging mandibular bone defects of critical size in dogs

open access: yesFrontiers in Veterinary Science, 2023
Conventional plate osteosynthesis of critical-sized bone defects in canine mandibles can fail to restore former functionality and stability due to adaption limits. Three-dimensional (3D) printed patient-specific implants are becoming increasingly popular
Doris Baumgartner   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

The brachyopoid Hadrokkosaurus bradyi from the early Middle Triassic of Arizona, and a phylogenetic analysis of lower jaw characters in temnospondyl amphibians [PDF]

open access: yes, 2008
The holotype of the brachyopoid temnospondyl Hadrokkosaurus bradyi, represented by a right lower jaw ramus, is re−ex− amined based upon new data and revision of various morphological features.
Bolt, John R., Ruta, Marcello
core   +1 more source

BMI in patients with obstructive sleep apnea

open access: yesCurrent Issues in Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, 2015
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disease of multicasual etiology. The risk factors include obesity, among other issues. Hence, it is extremely important to determine the effect of body weight on the severity of OSA. The aim of the study was to evaluate
Dobrowolska-Zarzycka Magdalena   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Prevalence of idiopathic osteosclerosis in an Iranian population

open access: yesIndian Journal of Dental Research, 2016
Aim: Idiopathic osteosclerosis (IO) is a localized radiopacity with no associated pain, bony expansion, symptom, or known etiology. The aim of this study was to assess its frequency and distribution according to its location and patient′s age and gender ...
Asieh Zamani Naser, Najmeh Roshanzamir
doaj   +1 more source

An integrated genomic approach for the study of mandibular prognathism in the European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax) [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
Skeletal anomalies in farmed fish are a relevant issue affecting animal welfare and health and causing significant economic losses. Here, a high-density genetic map of European seabass for QTL mapping of jaw deformity was constructed and a genome-wide ...
Babbucci, Massimiliano   +7 more
core   +2 more sources

Within‐Ecosystem Comparison of Bigmouth Buffalo Ictiobus cyprinellus and Common Carp Cyprinus carpio Reveals Diverging Population Trajectories, Declining Recruitment, and a Lifespan of 148 Years

open access: yesEcology and Evolution
The bigmouth buffalo Ictiobus cyprinellus is a long‐lived, migratory freshwater fish native to North America whose numbers are declining amidst increasing conservation concerns.
Alec R. Lackmann   +11 more
doaj   +1 more source

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