Chondroblastic osteosarcoma mimicking periapical abscess [PDF]
Lesions of non-endodontic origin may mimic periapical abscess. Osteosarcoma is a rare malignant lesion. Case report The present report describes a case of chondroblastic osteosarcoma in the periapical region of teeth #29, #30, and #31 of an 18-year-old
Fernanda Paula YAMAMOTO-SILVA +5 more
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Prevalence of unculturable bacteria in the periapical abscess: A systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]
Objective To assess the prevalence of unculturable bacteria in periapical abscess, radicular cyst, and periapical granuloma. Methods PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, and Ovid databases were systematically searched from January 1990 to May 2020.
Alaa Muayad Altaie +5 more
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mRNA expression of DNA methylation machinery genes in periapical granuloma and their potential relationship with periapical wound healing [PDF]
This study was designed to explore the relative expression of DNA methylation machinery genes in periapical granuloma and to assess longitudinal changes in gene expression within the healing group at 6 and 12 months.
Muhammad Adeel Ahmed, Fizza Nazim
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Oral dirofilariasis mimicking endodontic failure: a case report [PDF]
Background Oral dirofilariasis is a rare parasitic infection that can mimic common dental pathologies. This report presents a unique case where dirofilariasis was mistaken for an acute apical abscess, highlighting diagnostic challenges and the importance
Aleksandra Karkle +7 more
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Odontogenic Cutaneous Fistula-Induced Submandibular Abscess in a Dog: A Rare Presentation [PDF]
Odontogenic cutaneous fistulas (OCFs) are relatively uncommon in veterinary patients. They are typically caused by chronic periapical infections of the maxillary teeth. Mandibular OCFs that extend through the cortical bone into submandibular soft tissues
Jong-Mu An +6 more
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Resolution of Odontogenic Sinusitis after Root Canal Treatment [PDF]
Odontogenic maxillary sinusitis (OMS) is an inflammation of the epithelial lining of the maxillary sinus mucosa caused by an odontogenic infection. This study reports a case of OMS associated with an endodontic infection in an upper first molar.
Carolina Viana Vasco Lyra +3 more
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Microsurgical Intervention for Dens Invaginatus in an Immature Tooth: A Case Report With Long-Term Follow-Up [PDF]
Dens invaginatus (DI) is a rare dental anomaly characterized by the infolding of enamel and dentin into the pulp cavity during tooth development. This condition often leads to complex endodontic challenges, predisposing affected teeth to caries, pulp ...
Talal Al-Nahlawi +2 more
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Asthma and acute periapical abscesses
Aim: To assess the prevalence of acute periapical abscesses (PAs) in patients with asthma treated in a large medical facility. Materials and Methods: Integrated data of hospital patients were used.
Katz Joseph, Rotstein Ilan
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Palatal Abscess of Endodontic Origin with Extensive Radiolucency in Maxillary CBCT Imaging [PDF]
Palatal abscesses of endodontic origin are rarer than buccal ones due to maxillary anatomy. Their clinical appearance may resemble that of other palatal illnesses, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
Diana Marian +5 more
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Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of acute periapical lesions in patients with pSS. Methods: Integrated data of hospital patients was used.
Ilan Rotstein, Joseph Katz
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