Infected Silicone Chin Implant After Implant-Supported Jaw Rehabilitation: Case Report and Literature Review.

This paper reports on an infected silicone chin implant due to the nonideal placement of dental implants, in a female patient aged 67 years old. A patient unsatisfied with her facial profile had received a silicone chin implant 25 years ago and had recently undergone surgery for placement of dental implants in a region close to the silicone implant. The nonideal positioning of dental implants and close contact with the silicone implant led to the absence of osseointegration, with consequent mobility and infection of both. The mobile dental implants and silicone implant were removed. Imaging exams revealed other complications of the silicone implant as bone resorption and formation of a narrow bone layer around the inferior silicone implant border. Alloplastic implants are an option for the esthetic correction of chin deformities. Solid silicone is biocompatible and highly resistant to degradation, with minimal allergic reaction and risk of toxicity. However, several postoperative complications may arise, such as migration or displacement, extrusion, foreign body reaction, bone resorption, heterotopic bone formation, and infection. Precise imaging exams are critical for diagnosis and to indicate the best treatment plan.

How can the dental surgeon promote oral health in patients submitted to chemotherapy? / Como o cirurgião dentista pode promover saúde bucal em pacientes submetidos à quimioterapia?

Lesions that affect the oral cavity resulting from chemotherapy can lead to systemic impairment, increasing the length of hospital stay, impairing the patient's quality of life. Through a integrative review, this work aims to show the conduct and importance of dentists in promoting oral health and preventing an oral infectious focus. The search was performed in the Pubmed, Cochrone, SciElo and Virtual Health Library (VHL) databases, using the descriptors in English, oral care and Chemotherapy and Cancer treatment and dentistry, filtering only articles in English and published between 2006 and 2021. The search located six hundred and twenty articles, but only seven met the search criteria. One author used a mouthwash containing propolis where 65% of patients were cured on the seventh day after the onset of oral mucositis (OM) lesions. One author used cryotherapy with chamomile infusion, patients who underwent this approach did not pass grade I, being effective in reducing the occurrence of OM, and the other two authors proposed a protocol for oral cavity care. All authors obtained satisfactory results.(AU)

As lesões que acometem a cavidade oral decorrente ao tratamento quimioterápico podem levar a um comprometimento sistêmico aumentando o tempo de internação hospitalar, prejudicando a qualidade de vida do paciente. O foco principal do cirurgião-dentista é identificar e remover fontes de infecção na cavidade oral antes do início da quimioterapia, controlar as possíveis lesões durante o tratamento. Após o tratamento quimioterápico, o paciente retornará para os cuidados dentários gerais, proporcionando manutenção da saúde bucal e prevenção de complicações ao longo prazo do tratamento do câncer. Através de uma revisão integrativa o objetivo desse trabalho é mostrar a conduta e a importância do cirurgião-dentista para promover saúde bucal e prevenir um foco infeccioso oral. A busca foi realizada nas bases de dados Pubmed, Cochrone, SciElo e Biblioteca virtual em saúde (BVS), foram utilizados os descritores em inglês, oral care and Chemotherapy and Cancer treatment and dentistry, filtrando somente os artigos na língua inglesa, estudos com seres humanos e os artigos publicados no intervalo de 2006-2021. A busca com os descritores citados encontrou seiscentos e vinte artigos, entretanto somente sete estavam dentro dos critérios da pesquisa. Um autor utilizou bochecho de própolis, outro crioterapia com infusão de camomila e os outros dois propuseram protocolo de cuidados com a cavidade oral. Todos os autores obtiveram resultados satisfatórios. (AU)

Assessment of Passiflora incarnata L for conscious sedation of patients during the extraction of mandibular third molars: a randomized, split-mouth, double-blind, crossover study.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of Passiflora incarnata L for the control of anxiety during third mandibular molar extraction and compare it to midazolam, the most used benzodiazepine in dentistry. METHOD AND MATERIALS: The investigators implemented a prospective, randomized, double-blind, split-mouth study. The degree of anxiety of the patients was assessed before the surgical procedure. The surgeries took place in two sessions: one on each side of the hemi-mandible and, on each of them, the patient received one of the drugs, crosswise. Anxiety control was measured through physical parameters, at the following periods during the surgery: (1) immediately administration of anxiolytic medication, (2) 30 minutes after anxiolytic medication, (3) after extraoral antisepsis, (4) after local anesthesia, (5) during incision, (6) during osteotomy, (7) between osteotomy and odontosection, (8) during odontosection, (9) during surgical store curettage, (10) during suture, and (11) immediately after postoperative care guidelines. Lastly, the volunteers received a self-assessment form in order to report their experience. Statistical analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon test. RESULTS: The final sample was composed of 20 patients, with a mean age of 22.5 years. The results of the physical parameters showed statistically significant differences (P < .05) for certain times and physical parameters, especially heart rate (P = .036), which showed the highest control for Passiflora at time point (3). The undesirable effects reported by patients such as drowsiness, muscle relaxation, and dizziness were greater with benzodiazepine. CONCLUSION: The results of this study suggest that Passiflora may be considered as an alternative to midazolam in controlling anxiety in dentistry. Future studies will focus on other benzodiazepines and herbal medicines.

Oral Rehabilitation With Dental Implants and the Importance of a Preventive Evaluation for Osteonecrosis of the Jaws Associated With Medications.

Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a possible oral complication resulting from antiresorptive therapies, such as bisphosphonates (Bfs). Although the etiology is not entirely clear, it has been shown to be dependent on several factors, with the traumatic stimulation caused by the placement of teeth implants indicated as one of the predisposing factors to this pathology. The indications and preventive methods for performing these procedures have been questioned, making it essential to determine the proper protocols. Thus, the present study aims to discuss the risks of the development of osteonecrosis in patients undergoing dental implant surgery who use Bfs as well as to discuss related local and systemic factors and possible methods for preventing this side effect. The study also aims to present a clinical case of an osteopenic patient who used Bfs and underwent rehabilitation through implants according to specific protocols, which resulted in successful treatment.

Delayed alveolar bone repair and osteonecrosis associated with Zoledronic Acid therapy in rats: macroscopic, microscopic and molecular analysis.

OBJECTIVE: This study aims to evaluate bone repair and the development of the medication related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) associated with the use of zoledronic acid in Wistar rats. METHODOLOGY: 48 male Wistar rats were divided into four groups: ZA, treated with intraperitoneal zoledronic acid, 0.6 mg/kg every 28 days, totaling five doses; control (C), treated with 0.9% sodium chloride; ZA-surgical (SZA) and C-surgical (SC), submitted to extraction of the right upper molars 45 days after the first application. Alveolar bone repair was evaluated by macroscopic and histological analysis. Protein expression evaluations were performed by qPCR. RESULTS: Macroscopic evaluation showed that 91.66% (11) of the animals in the SZA group and 41.66% (5) from the SC group presented solution of epithelium continuity (P<0.05). All animals in the SZA group and none in the SC group had bone sequestration. The area of osteonecrosis was higher in the SZA group than in the SC group (P<0.05). In molecular evaluation, the SZA group presented changes in the expression of markers for osteoclasts, with increased RANK and RANKL, and a decrease in OPG. CONCLUSION: The results highlighted strong and evident interference of zoledronic acid in bone repair of the socket, causing osteonecrosis and delayed bone remodeling.

Delayed alveolar bone repair and osteonecrosis associated with Zoledronic Acid therapy in rats: macroscopic, microscopic and molecular analysis

Abstract Objective This study aims to evaluate bone repair and the development of the medication related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) associated with the use of zoledronic acid in Wistar rats. Methodology 48 male Wistar rats were divided into four groups: ZA, treated with intraperitoneal zoledronic acid, 0.6 mg/kg every 28 days, totaling five doses; control (C), treated with 0.9% sodium chloride; ZA-surgical (SZA) and C-surgical (SC), submitted to extraction of the right upper molars 45 days after the first application. Alveolar bone repair was evaluated by macroscopic and histological analysis. Protein expression evaluations were performed by qPCR. Results Macroscopic evaluation showed that 91.66% (11) of the animals in the SZA group and 41.66% (5) from the SC group presented solution of epithelium continuity (P<0.05). All animals in the SZA group and none in the SC group had bone sequestration. The area of osteonecrosis was higher in the SZA group than in the SC group (P<0.05). In molecular evaluation, the SZA group presented changes in the expression of markers for osteoclasts, with increased RANK and RANKL, and a decrease in OPG. Conclusion The results highlighted strong and evident interference of zoledronic acid in bone repair of the socket, causing osteonecrosis and delayed bone remodeling.

Use of osseointegrated implants in the intermaxillary suture in a patient with microstomia: Case report with a 2-year follow-up.

AIM: To report the rehabilitation of a female patient, 40 years old, with a microstomia. CASE REPORT: The Z-plasty surgery was performed in the region of the labial commissure to increase the mouth opening. In the mandible, two implants were installed in the interforaminal region and an overdenture with bar/clip attachment system was made. The maxilla was atrophic, with the presence of two bone sites in the intermaxillary suture region: the first one anterior to the incisive foramen and the second one in the middle of the hard palate. Two implants were placed without a graft in those sites. The conventional maxillary denture was converted into an overdenture with ball attachments system. CONCLUSION: Based on the presented case, with a 2-year follow-up, it can be concluded the validity of the use of the techniques of surgeries to increase the mouth opening, implants in intermaxillary suture and overdentures as rehabilitation therapy for patients with microstomia.

Assessment of Valeriana officinalis l. (Valerian) for Conscious Sedation of Patients During the Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars: A Randomized, Split-Mouth, Double-Blind, Crossover Study.

PURPOSE: The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an herbal drug (valerian) to control anxiety during mandibular third molar extraction compared with a reference benzodiazepine drug commonly used in dental procedures (midazolam). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twenty anxious patients with an indication for bilateral extraction of mandibular third molars were selected. The patients received capsules containing valerian 100 mg or midazolam 15 mg orally 60 minutes before the procedures in a randomized, split-mouth, crossover design. Changes in the physiological parameters (eg, oxygen saturation, heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate) were assessed at specific times during surgery, and the patients completed a questionnaire postoperatively. The data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon and paired t tests, with a significance level of 5%. RESULTS: No statistically significant differences in oxygen saturation were observed, regardless of the drug used. However, the other physiological parameters were significantly lower when the patients had taken midazolam compared with valerian. Somnolence was the most common side effect reported with both drugs. CONCLUSIONS: Although midazolam was more effective in reducing the physiological parameters studied, valerian seemed to provide the comfort and relaxation required, with no sedation and less somnolence than midazolam, during third molar extraction. Further studies are necessary before valerian can be clinically recommended.

Manifestações bucais e considerações gerais da síndrome de Behçet: relato de caso / Oral manifestations and general considerations of Behçet's Syndrome: case report

Objetivo: relatar um caso de síndrome de Behçet, enfatizando o controle das manifestações bucais. Relato de caso: paciente de 21 anos de idade, já diagnosticado com síndrome de Behçet há 7 anos, sem histórico familiar, relatou o aparecimento de úlceras recorrentes, quando iniciou tratamento ortodôntico. Procurou a clínica odontológica da Universidade Estadual de Maringá queixando-se de "aftas e carne crescida" na boca. Foi realizada biópsia excisional do nódulo, e o exame histopatológico revelou tecido hiperplásico com infiltrado inflamatório crônico decorrente. Após 45 dias, observaram-se presença de novas aftas em mucosa labial, língua e gengiva assim como total cicatrização na região da biópsia. Atualmente, o paciente permanece em controle clínico médico e odontológico, estando as lesões aftosas presentes em diferentes regiões. Considerações finais: apesar de rara, essa doença é de grande relevância para o cirurgião-dentista, que deve saber diagnosticá-la e controlar suas manifestações bucais. Além disso, o acompanhamento é necessário para melhorar a qualidade de vida do paciente. (AU)

Objective: report a case of Behçet's Syndrome, emphasizing the control of oral manifestations. Case report: a 21-year-old patient, diagnosed with Behçet's Syndrome for 7 years, with no family history, reporting recurrent ulcers when orthodontic treatment was started. He sought a dental clinic at the State University of Maringá complaining of "aphthae and grown flesh" in the mouth. Excisional nodule biopsy and histopathological examination of hyperplastic tissue with chronic inflammatory infiltrate were performed. After 45 days, the presence of new aphthae were observed in the labial mucosa, tongue and gingiva, as well as total scarring in the region of the biopsy. Currently, the patient remains in clinical and dental control, remaining as aphthous interventions present in different regions. Final considerations: although rare, this disorder is of great relevance for the dental practioner, who must know how to diagnose and control its oral manifestations. In addition, follow-up is necessary to improve the patient's quality of life. (AU)

Vancomycin-induced thrombocytopenia: a rare adverse effect in a patient -submitted to bone graft in the jaw.

INTRODUCTION: Thrombocytopenia is the reduction in the number of blood -platelets, which may be caused by -several different conditions such as sepsis, disseminated intravascular -clotting, and large blood losses. Additionally, in rare situations, thrombocytopenia may also be induced by the use of medicaments. One of these drugs is the vancomycin, a glycopeptide presently used against -serious infections involving Gram-positive bacteria such as the methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and penicillin-resistant Streptococcus. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study is to report on a case of serious vancomycin-induced thrombocytopenia in a patient infected with methicillin-resistant S. aureus after mandibular reconstruction with autogenous bone graft, and to draw attention to the importance of this clinically rare adverse effect. CONCLUSION: Vancomycin-induced thrombocytopenia is a rare condition, which is also a significant disorder that demands attention and the rapid identification and replacement of the antimicrobial agent.

Giant oral lipoma: a rare entity

Abstract Lipomas are very common benign slow-growing soft tissue neoplasms composed of mature adipose tissue mostly diagnosed in the fifth decade of life. These tumors rarely present in the oral cavity, representing less than approximately 5% of all benign mouth tumors. They are usually less than 2cm in size and etiology remains unclear. We report a young male patient presenting with a giant lipoma in the buccal mucosa. Histopathology revealed a large area of mature fat cells consistent with conventional lipoma and an area of the mucosal lining of the lesion suggestive of morsicatio buccarum. In the present article, we emphasize the clinicopathological features and differential diagnosis of the disease.

Giant oral lipoma: a rare entity.

Lipomas are very common benign slow-growing soft tissue neoplasms composed of mature adipose tissue mostly diagnosed in the fifth decade of life. These tumors rarely present in the oral cavity, representing less than approximately 5% of all benign mouth tumors. They are usually less than 2cm in size and etiology remains unclear. We report a young male patient presenting with a giant lipoma in the buccal mucosa. Histopathology revealed a large area of mature fat cells consistent with conventional lipoma and an area of the mucosal lining of the lesion suggestive of morsicatio buccarum. In the present article, we emphasize the clinicopathological features and differential diagnosis of the disease.

Treatment of extensive cystic lesion in the maxilla associated with dens in dente / Tratamento de lesão cística extensa em maxila associada a dens in dente

Dens in dente is a dental development malformation that involves more commonly the upper lateral incisors. Infection of the canal of these teeth can cause the formation of chronic periapical lesions. The present study aimed to describe an integrated approach between the endodontic therapy and surgical intervention in an upper lateral incisor with dens in dente type II. A female patient, 14 years old, sought for dental care complaining of left palatal and paranasal bulging. Clinical, radiological and histopathological findings suggested periradicular cyst. First, marsupialization was performed to reduce the size of the lesion and to favor its enucleation, with less risk of injuring the tooth and vital structures. After diagnosis of pulp necrosis and in attempt to reduce the infection via canal, we used the reciprocating instrumentation associated with irrigation with sodium hypochlorite, intracanal medication based on calcium hydroxide and filled with a thermoplastic filling. After a year of marsupialization, fistulectomy and complete enucleation of the lesion were performed. Proservation was performed 1, 3, 6 and 12 months following marsupialization. Six months after enucleation, we observed the periradicular repair and remission of symptoms. The extensive apical lesion associated with dens in dente type II can be treated with a combination of surgical and endodontic therapy.

Dens in dente é uma malformação no desenvolvimento dentário que envolve mais comumente os incisivos laterais superiores. A infecção do canal destes dentes podem causar a formação de lesões periapicais crônicas. O objetivo deste trabalho é descrever uma abordagem integrada entre a terapia endodôntica e a intervenção cirúrgica em um incisivo lateral superior com dens in dente tipo II. Paciente de 14 anos, gênero feminino, procurou atendimento odontológico com queixa de abaulamento em região palatina e paranasal esquerda. Os achados clínico, radiográfico e histopatológico sugeriram cisto perirradicular. Marsupialização foi realizada inicialmente para reduzir o tamanho da lesão, favorecer a enucleação da mesma, com menor risco de injuriar o dente e as estruturas vitais. Diagnosticado necrose pulpar e na tentativa de combater a infecção via canal, empregou-se a instrumentação reciprocante associada a irrigação com hipoclorito de sódio, medicação intracanal a base de hidróxido de cálcio e finalizou-se com uma obturação termoplastificada. Após um ano do procedimento de marsupialização realizou-se a fistulectomia e a completa enucleação da lesão. A proservação foi realizada 1, 3, 6 e 12 meses posteriormente a marsupialização. Seis meses após a enucleação observou-se a reparação perirradicular e remissão dos sintomas. A extensa lesão perirradicular associada ao dens in dente tipo II pode ser solucionada com uma combinação entre a intervenção cirúrgica e endodôntica.

Oral care and nosocomial pneumonia: a systematic review / Cuidados bucais e pneumonia nosocomial: revisão sistemática

To perform a systematic review of the literature on the control of oral biofilms and the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia, in addition to assessing and classifying studies as to the grade of recommendation and level of evidence. The review was based on PubMed, LILACS, and Scopus databases, from January 1st, 2000 until December 31st, 2012. Studies evaluating oral hygiene care related to nosocomial infections in patients hospitalized in intensive care units were selected according to the inclusion criteria. Full published articles available in English, Spanish, or Portuguese, which approached chemical or mechanical oral hygiene techniques in preventing pneumonia, interventions performed, and their results were included. After analysis, the articles were classified according to level of evidence and grade of recommendation according to the criteria of the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine. A total of 297 abstracts were found, 14 of which were full articles that met our criteria. Most articles included a study group with chlorhexidine users and a control group with placebo users for oral hygiene in the prevention of pneumonia. All articles were classified as B in the level of evidence, and 12 articles were classified as 2B and two articles as 2C in grade of recommendation. It was observed that the control of oral biofilm reduces the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia, but the fact that most articles had an intermediate grade of recommendation makes clear the need to conduct randomized controlled trials with minimal bias to establish future guidelines for oral hygiene in intensive care units.

Apresentar revisão sistemática da literatura sobre o controle do biofilme bucal e a incidência da pneumonia nosocomial, avaliando e classificando os estudos quanto ao grau de recomendação e ao nível de evidência científica. A revisão foi realizada nas bases PubMed, LILACS e Scopus, de 1 o de janeiro de 2000 até 31 de dezembro de 2012. Foram selecionados os estudos que avaliaram os cuidados com higiene bucal relacionando-os com infecções nosocomiais em paciente internados em unidades de terapia intensiva, seguindo os critérios de inclusão. Foram incluídos artigos na íntegra publicados em inglês, espanhol ou português, que abordavam alguma técnica de higiene bucal, química ou mecânica, na prevenção de pneumonia, as intervenções executadas e os resultados. Após análise dos dados, os artigos foram classificados quanto ao nível de evidência e o grau de recomendação, de acordo com os critérios da Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine. Foram encontrados 297 resumos e, destes, 14 artigos na íntegra contemplaram nossos critérios. A maioria dos artigos incluía um grupo de estudo com uso de clorexidina e um controle com o uso de placebo para higiene bucal na prevenção de pneumonia. Quanto ao nível de evidência, todos os artigos foram classificados como B; quanto ao grau de recomendação, 12 artigos foram classificados como 2B e 2 como 2C. O controle do biofilme bucal reduz a incidência de pneumonia nosocomial, porém o nível de evidência e o grau de recomendação intermediário deixam evidente a necessidade da elaboração de estudos clínicos randomizados controlados com viés mínimo para estabelecer futuros protocolos para higiene bucal em unidades de terapia intensiva.

Oral care and nosocomial pneumonia: a systematic review.

To perform a systematic review of the literature on the control of oral biofilms and the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia, in addition to assessing and classifying studies as to the grade of recommendation and level of evidence. The review was based on PubMed, LILACS, and Scopus databases, from January 1st, 2000 until December 31st, 2012. Studies evaluating oral hygiene care related to nosocomial infections in patients hospitalized in intensive care units were selected according to the inclusion criteria. Full published articles available in English, Spanish, or Portuguese, which approached chemical or mechanical oral hygiene techniques in preventing pneumonia, interventions performed, and their results were included. After analysis, the articles were classified according to level of evidence and grade of recommendation according to the criteria of the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine. A total of 297 abstracts were found, 14 of which were full articles that met our criteria. Most articles included a study group with chlorhexidine users and a control group with placebo users for oral hygiene in the prevention of pneumonia. All articles were classified as B in the level of evidence, and 12 articles were classified as 2B and two articles as 2C in grade of recommendation. It was observed that the control of oral biofilm reduces the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia, but the fact that most articles had an intermediate grade of recommendation makes clear the need to conduct randomized controlled trials with minimal bias to establish future guidelines for oral hygiene in intensive care units.

Prevalência de neoplasias bucais malignas em Maringá/PR / Prevalence of oral malignant neoplasms at Maringá/PR

As neoplasias malignas são patologias agressivas, que possuem taxas elevadas de incidência e mortalidade. O câncer bucal representa a sétima posição no ranking das neoplasias malignas mais encontradas no homem. Sobre isso, o presente artigo tem por finalidade determinar a prevalência de neoplasia maligna nos projetos de extensão de lesões bucais da Universidade Estadual de Maringá e apresentar o trabalho multiprofissional de atenção à saúde bucal desenvolvido, mostrando a importância do tratamento integrado do paciente com câncer bucal. Os resultados do levantamento epidemiológico evidenciaram que a maioria dos pacientes acometidos pertencia ao gênero masculino (n=76), com idade entre a quarta e a quinta década de vida. A região mais acometida é o lábio inferior (18,7%), e a lesão diagnosticada histopatologicamente mais prevalente é o carcinoma epidermoide (76%). Portanto, o que se observa é que combater o câncer de boca ainda é um grande desafio para as Universidades responsáveis pela formação dos profissionais de saúde, para o sistema público de saúde e para a população. Além disso, a integração multiprofissional de atenção a esse paciente é muito deficiente e difícil, frente à complexidade dos casos.

Malignant neoplasms are aggressive pathologies that have high rates of incidence and mortality. The oral cancer represents the seventh position in the ranking of the most frequent malignancies in humans. This article aims to determine the prevalence of malignancy in the extension projects of oral lesions of the State University of Maringá and present the work of multidisciplinary oral health care developed by the same, showing the importance of integrated treatment of the patient with oral cancer. The results of epidemiological survey showed that the majority of patients are male (n=76), aged between fourth and fifth decades of life, the most affected region is the lower lip (18,7%) the diagnosed histopathologically squamous cell carcinoma (76%) more prevalent. So, what is observed that, to combat oral cancer, remains a major challenge for the universities responsible for training health professionals for the public health system and population, in addition, the integration of multiprofessional attention to this patient is very deficient and difficult, compared to the complexity of cases.

Uso de fluoroscopia e tomografia computadorizada para remoção de agulha fraturada / Use of fluoroscopy and computed tomography for removal of broken needle

A anestesia local é fundamental no controle da dor em procedimentos odontológicos, porém a maioria das emergências ambulatoriais ocorrem durante ou imediatamente após a injeção do anestésico local. Dentre estes, podemos citar a fratura da agulha, que, apesar de incomum, pode ocorrer devido a uma técnica anestésica equivocada, ao uso de material de baixa qualidade ou à falta de colaboração do paciente. Após a fratura, o fragmento pode se mover através dos tecidos, necessitando de uma avaliação cuidadosa de um cirurgião buco-maxilo-facial antes da tentativa de recuperação desta. Várias técnicas de localização são descritas na literatura, como a tomografia computadorizada, panorâmica, detectores de metais, as radiografias convencionais e fluoroscopia transoperatória. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar uma breve revisão de literatura e relatar um caso de fratura de agulha em que a utilização da tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico como um exame pré-operatório foi associada com fluoroscopia transoperatória para identificação e retirada de corpo estranho.

Local anesthesia is fundamental in pain control in dental procedures. Most emergencies in outpatient departments, however, occur during or immediately after the injection of local anesthetic. Among these we may mention needle fracture which, although uncommon, can occur because of an erroneous anesthetic technique, use of low-grade material or lack of cooperation on the part of the patient. After fracture, the fragment may move through the tissues, requiring careful evaluation by a maxillofacial surgeon before an attempt is made to recover it. Several location techniques are described in the literature, such as panoramic, computed tomography, metal detectors, conventional radiographs and intraoperative fluoroscopy. The aim of the present study is to review the literature and report a case of needle fracture in which the use of cone beam computed tomography as a preoperative examination was associated with fluoroscopy, perioperatively, for identification and removal of any foreign bodies.

Tratamento da fístula bucosinusal pela técnica do retalho pediculado do corpo adiposo bucal: relato de caso / Treatment of oroantral fistula using the buccal fat pad pedicullate flap technique: case report

A fístula bucosinusal é descrita na literatura como um acesso direto, revestido por tecido epitelial, entre o seio maxilar e a cavidade bucal, que frequentemente é realizada acidentalmente durante a extração dentária quando o ápice do dente apresenta uma íntima relação com a cavidade sinusal. O seu diagnóstico envolve procedimentos clínicos e radiográficos, sendo a manobra de Valsalva um passo importante do exame físico. A técnica cirúrgica de escolha para o fechamento das fístulas é motivo de discussão na literatura sendo que o uso do corpo adiposo bucal, como enxerto pediculado para o fechamento de defeitos intrabucais, tem conquistado seu espaço por se tratar de um procedimento cirúrgico rápido, relativamente fácil e com alto índice de sucesso. O presente artigo descreve um caso de fístula bucosinusal, onde se optou pelo tratamento cirúrgico pela técnica do retalho pediculado do corpo adiposo bucal. Após 30 dias de proservação, o paciente apresentava-se satisfeito, com remição completa dos sinais e sintomas, total vedamento da fístula bucosinusal e ausência do tecido adiposo, com presença do epitélio bucal.