ABSTRACT Background This study aimed to investigate the survival impact and predictive factors of cervical lymph node metastasis (CLNM) in patients with maxillary gingival squamous cell carcinoma (MGSCC). Methods This retrospective study included 81 patients with MGSCC who underwent radical surgery from 2008 to 2018.
Takeshi Kuroshima+8 more
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Image-based mandibular and maxillary parcellation and annotation using computed tomography (IMPACT): a deep learning-based clinical tool for orodental dose estimation and osteoradionecrosis assessment. [PDF]
Humbert-Vidan L+32 more
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ABSTRACT Background Late radiation‐associated dysphagia (late‐RAD) commonly presents in patients with signs of hypoglossal neuropathy, with hallmark clinical features including lingual atrophy, deviation, and fasciculation. Gold‐standard electromyography (EMG) has not been used to explore the frequency of hypoglossal neuropathy in patients with late ...
Holly McMillan+7 more
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Diagnostic Dilemma of Clear Cell Odontogenic Carcinoma Mimicking Various Pathological Entities: A Case Report and Literature Review. [PDF]
Asiri Z+4 more
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Quantifying Bite Forces for Solid Foods: Implications for Patients Postmandibular Reconstruction
ABSTRACT Background Bite forces required to masticate different food consistencies remain unknown, complicating dietary guidelines following mandibular reconstruction. This study quantifies the forces required for solid foods and estimates safe bite limits postreconstruction.
Jacob J. Clark+9 more
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ABSTRACT Background Three‐dimensional (3D) modeling has been used in the management of bony head and neck tumors, but not in soft tissue tumors. Currently, histopathological findings of oral squamous cell carcinomas (OSCC) are presented as two‐dimensional images.
Anne Koivuholma+6 more
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Cone-beam computed tomography assessment of the prevalence and distribution of bone islands of the jaws in a group of chinese patients. [PDF]
Zhou XH, Yan Y, Mao JX, Gao RT.
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The ultrasound detection rate of the palatine tonsils in children was good. There are characteristic ultrasonic image manifestations. Tonsil ultrasound image quality is affected by individual and local factors. ABSTRACT Objective To explore the ultrasonic image characteristics of palatine tonsils in healthy children and the factors affecting image ...
Ying Cao+5 more
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Multiscale Analysis Reveals Altered Characteristics in Femur and Mandible of Mice on a High Phosphate Diet. [PDF]
Nguyen K+12 more
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Utilization of Simulated Competency Exams in Dental Hygiene Education
ABSTRACT Objective The COVID‐19 pandemic accelerated the transition from live patient to manikin‐based licensure exams, a format likely to continue. This study examined the impact of simulated competency and mock board exams on the perceptions and self‐confidence of two student cohorts, using a four‐semester sequence with Acadental ModuPRO DH and ...
Rachel M. Thelen+3 more
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