Dental Caries Investigation in Children Controlled for an Educative and Preventive Oral Health Programme.

PURPOSE: To evaluate the association of dental caries with behavioural, socioeconomic and cultural factors; and Streptococcus mutans (SM) levels in the saliva and oral hygiene index of children aged 4 and 6 years old placed in an oral health programme. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study was an analytic cross-sectional oral health survey conducted over a 9-month period. A total of 466 children aged 4 and 6 years old were included for evaluation of SM levels in saliva, simplified oral hygiene index and dental caries activity. RESULTS: High SM levels were associated with dmft index, toothbrushing without parental assistance, deficient oral hygiene and ingestion of sweet foods. Deficient oral hygiene was found in children aged 4 years old and with three or more siblings. Dental caries was associated with low family income, deficient oral hygiene, sucrose ingestion by children younger than three years old, bottle-feeding habit and low parental compliance. CONCLUSIONS: High SM levels in saliva, deficient oral hygiene and high frequency of sucrose ingestion had association with dental caries in children. Cultural, socioeconomic and behaviour factors indirectly influenced the onset of dental caries.

Exérese de tumor incomum em região pré-auricular: relato de caso / Exerese of incomum tumor in preauricular region: case report / Exeresis del incomum tumoral en la región pre-auricular: relato de caso

O cilindroma é um tumor de face raro que acomete frequentemente o couro cabeludo e o pescoço podendo ser benigno ou também desenvolver um curso maligno. É objetivo apresentar um caso de paciente de 55 anos de idade com um tumor de pequena dimensão em região pré-auricular a esquerda, com queixas álgicas e presença de discreta equimose. A terapêutica empregada foi a excisão cirúrgica e acompanhamento. A paciente, após 3 meses de controle pós-operatório apresenta-se sem queixas e sem sinais de recidiva. Deste modo, pode-se concluir que o tratamento empregado foi satisfatório com bons resultados. Em virtude da possibilidade de recidiva a paciente segue em acompanhamento(AU)

The cylindroma is a rare-face tumor that often affects the scalp and neck, which may be benign or develop a malignant course. The objective of this study is to present a 55-year-old patient with a small tumor in the preauricular region on the left, with painful complaints and a slight purpura. The therapy used was surgical excision and follow-up. The patient, after 3 months of postoperative control, presented with no complaints and no signs of relapse. In this way, it can be concluded that the treatment used was satisfactory with good results. Due to the possibility of recurrence, the patient is followed up(AU)

El cilindroma es un tumor de cara raro que acomete frecuentemente el cuero cabelludo y el cuello pudiendo ser benigno o también desarrollar un curso maligno. Es objetivo presentar un caso de paciente de 55 años de edad con un tumor de pequeña dimensión en región pre-auricular a la izquierda, con quejas álgicas y levemente enrojecida. La terapia empleada fue la excisión quirúrgica y seguimiento. La paciente, después de 3 meses de control postoperatorio se presenta sin quejas y sin signos de recidiva. De este modo, se puede concluir que el tratamiento empleado fue satisfactorio con buenos resultados. En virtud de la posibilidad de recidiva la paciente sigue en seguimiento(AU)

Microorganisms related to early childhood caries in a sample of an oral preventive-educative program: a longitudinal study / Microorganismos relacionados a cárie precoce da infância em uma amostra de um programa preventivo de cárie dentária: um estudo longitudinal

Objetivo: Premature acquisition of cariogenic microorganisms seems to be related to higher prevalence and activity of caries lesions. The aim of the study was to evaluate the prevalence of Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus in infants enrolled in a dental preventive program and in their mothers, as well as to assess the influence of bacterial prevalence, diet and oral hygiene in dental caries prevalence. Material and methods: After clinical examinations (n = 50), saliva and oral biofilms were collected and stored prior to real-time PCR at 6, 12, 18 and 24 months of age. Results: No correlation was observed between the presence of cariogenic pathogens and diet or hygiene habits at all ages; however, association increased with number of erupted teeth. Salivary levels of bacteria were lower in children than in their mothers at all ages, and children with carious lesions had high ingestion of sugared food. Conclusion: As the levels of cariogenic pathogens were low in the patients that were enrolled in a preventive program, we can conclude that control of oral biofilm as eruption of infants' teeth occurs and sugar ingestion should be considered of great importance in preventive dentistry, because the association between them was highly positive. (AU)

Objetivo: A aquisição precoce de microorganismos cariogênicos está correlacionada a alta prevalência e atividade de lesões de cárie. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a prevalência de Streptococcus mutans e Streptococcus sobrinus em bebês e pares de mães, matriculados no programa educativo e preventivo da Bebê Clínica da Faculdade de Odontologia de Araçatuba (UNESP), como também foi avaliada influência da prevalência bacteriana, dieta e higiene oral na prevalência de cárie dentária. Material e métodos: Após exame clínico (n=50), foram coletados saliva e biofilme e submetidos a real-time PCR aos 6, 12, 18 e 24 meses de idade. Resultados: Não foi observada correlação entre a presence de patógenos cariogênicos e hábitos de dieta e higiene em todas as idades avaliadas. Níveis salivares foram mais baixos nas crianças do que em suas mães em todas as idades, e as crianças portadoras de lesões cariosas tinham maior ingestão de alimentos açúcarados. Conclusão: Uma vez que os níveis de patógenos cariogênicos foram baixos nos pacientes que frequentam um programa preventivo, podemos concluir que o controle de biofilme durante a erupção dentária e da ingestão de açúcares pode ser considerada medida de grande relevância em prevenção odontológica, uma vez que a associação foi altamente positiva. (AU)

Lesão nodular fibrosa em rebordo alveolar em paciente com transtorno do espectro autista / Fibrosal nodular injury in alveolar flush in a patient with autistic spectrum disorder / Lesión nodular fibrosa en rebordo alveolar en paciente con transtorno del espectro autista

O fibroma ossificante periférico é uma patologia comum dos maxilares ocorrendo sobretudo pelo acúmulo de restos alimentares e traumatismos à gengiva e rebordo alveolar. Apresenta-se geralmente como um nódulo de limites definidos e de coloração semelhante a mucosa adjacente sendo normalmente assintomático, a depender do tamanho do mesmo. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar um caso de paciente com 49 anos de idade com espectro autista, de comportamento difícil e nenhuma possibilidade de inter-relacionar-se com o cirurgião-dentista, com necessidade de exodontias múltiplas e remoção de fibroma ossificante periférico, em região de maxila a direita, de amplo tamanho. O paciente foi submetido aos procedimentos cirúrgicos em centro cirúrgico sob anestesia geral. Após remoção dos focos dentários e da lesão exofítica o paciente não apresentou recidiva da mesma(AU)

Peripheral ossifying fibroma is a common pathology of the jaws occurring mainly by the accumulation of food remains and trauma to the gingiva and alveolar ridge. It is generally present as a nodule of defined borders and of coloration similar to the adjacent mucosa being normally asymptomatic, depending on its size. The objective of this article is to present a case of a 49-year-old patient with autistic spectrum of difficult behavior and no possibility of interrelating with the dentist, requiring multiple exodontia and removal of peripheral ossifying fibroma in region of maxilla to the right, of ample size. The patient underwent surgical procedures in a surgical center under general anesthesia. After removal of the dental foci and exophytic lesion, the patient did not present recurrence(AU)

El fibroma osificante periférico es una patología común de los maxilares ocurriendo sobre todo por la acumulación de restos alimentarios Y traumatismos a la encía Y el borde alveolar. Se presenta generalmente como un nódulo de límites definidos y de coloración similar a la mucosa adyacente siendo normalmente asintomático, dependiendo del tamaño del mismo. El objetivo de este artículo es presentar un caso de paciente con 49 años de edad con espectro autista, de comportamiento difícil Y ninguna posibilidad de interrelacionarse con el cirujano-dentista, con necesidad de exodontias múltiples Y remoción de fibroma osificante periférico, en región de mandíbula a la derecha, de amplio tamaño. El paciente fue sometido a los procedimientos quirúrgicos en un centro quirúrgico bajo anestesia general. Después de la remoción de los focos dentales Y de la lesión exofítica el paciente no presentó recidiva de la misma(AU)

Tissue reaction to Aroeira (Myracrodruon urundeuva) extracts associated with microorganisms: an in vivo study.

Based on aroeira's (Myracrodruon urundeuva) antimicrobial activity and a future trend to compose intracanal medication, the aim of this study was to assess in vivo inflamatory tissue response to the extracts by edemogenic and histological analysis containing inactivated facultative and anaerobic microorganisms. For edema quantification, eighteen animals were divided into three groups (n = 3, periods: 3 and 6 hours) and 0.2 mL of 1% Evans blue per 100 g of body weight was injected into the penile vein under general anesthesia. After 30 min the animals received a subcutaneous injection in the dorsal region of aqueous or ethanolic extract of aroeira or saline (control) containing inactivated bacteria. Samples were collected, immersed in formamide for 72h, and evaluated by spectrophotometry (630 m). For histological analysis, polyethylene tubes with the extracts were implanted in the dorsal of 30 male rats. Analysis of the fibrous capsule and inflammatory infiltrate were performed after 7 and 30 days. The aqueous extract group induced less edema in both postoperative periods compared to the other groups, but the differences were not significant (p > 0.05). Tissue repair was significantly better after 30 days than after 7 days (p < 0.01). The aqueous solution showed less inflammatory response than the ethanolic solution (p < 0.05), with tendency for better results than control after 7 days. After 30 days, the response to both extracts was similar to control. The aqueous and ethanolic aroeira extracts containing inactivated microorganisms showed a trend for better results than saline, even when associated with microorganisms, and facilitated the tissue repair process.

Tissue reaction to Aroeira (Myracrodruon urundeuva) extracts associated with microorganisms: an in vivo study

Abstract: Based on aroeira's (Myracrodruon urundeuva) antimicrobial activity and a future trend to compose intracanal medication, the aim of this study was to assess in vivo inflamatory tissue response to the extracts by edemogenic and histological analysis containing inactivated facultative and anaerobic microorganisms. For edema quantification, eighteen animals were divided into three groups (n = 3, periods: 3 and 6 hours) and 0.2 mL of 1% Evans blue per 100 g of body weight was injected into the penile vein under general anesthesia. After 30 min the animals received a subcutaneous injection in the dorsal region of aqueous or ethanolic extract of aroeira or saline (control) containing inactivated bacteria. Samples were collected, immersed in formamide for 72h, and evaluated by spectrophotometry (630 m). For histological analysis, polyethylene tubes with the extracts were implanted in the dorsal of 30 male rats. Analysis of the fibrous capsule and inflammatory infiltrate were performed after 7 and 30 days. The aqueous extract group induced less edema in both postoperative periods compared to the other groups, but the differences were not significant (p > 0.05). Tissue repair was significantly better after 30 days than after 7 days (p < 0.01). The aqueous solution showed less inflammatory response than the ethanolic solution (p < 0.05), with tendency for better results than control after 7 days. After 30 days, the response to both extracts was similar to control. The aqueous and ethanolic aroeira extracts containing inactivated microorganisms showed a trend for better results than saline, even when associated with microorganisms, and facilitated the tissue repair process.

Periodontal Pathogen Colonization in Young Children by PCR Quantification - A Longitudinal Survey.

INTRODUCTION: Periodontal diseases are among the leading causes of premature tooth loss in adults, but the microbiota associated with this problem is established over time in childhood. AIM: This longitudinal study aimed to verify the occurrence of periodontal pathogens in the oral cavity of children aged six, twelve, eighteen and twenty-four months through PCR quantification, correlating them with the oral microbiota of their mothers. STUDY DESIGN: Saliva and oral biofilm samples were collected from mothers and children by using sterilized paper points. Furthermore, a questionnaire was applied in all periods to evaluate hygiene and dietary habits. RESULTS: A positive correlation was found between mother-child pairs in all periods. No correlation was observed between hygiene and dietary habits and occurrence of periodontal pathogens. CONCLUSION: Early inclusion of children in preventive and biofilm control programs could contribute to preventing acquisition of aggressive pathogens.

Biochemical and microbiological characteristics of in situ biofilm formed on materials containing fluoride or amorphous calcium phosphate.

PURPOSE: To evaluate the biochemical and microbiological characteristics of in situ biofilm formed on materials that release fluoride (F-) or calcium (Ca++) and phosphate (Pi). METHODS: This study comprised an in situ and in vitro experiment, utilizing three materials [Auralay XF and Fuji IX GP, containing fluoride, and Aegis containing amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP)] and bovine dental enamel slabs. For the in situ: 10 volunteers wore palatal devices, each containing four material specimens or enamel slabs that were treated with 20% sucrose solution. The biofilm had pH measurements on Day 7 and the composition was analyzed on Day 8 by assessing the following: F-, Ca++, Pi and insoluble extracellular polysaccharides (EPS) concentrations, and then identification of the microbiota. For the in vitro: materials/enamel were subjected to a 7-day pH-cycling regimen to determine F, Ca++ and Pi release. RESULTS: The biofilm formed on F(-)-releasing materials was richer in F, Ca++ and Pi and had lower mutans streptococci counts than enamel biofilm. The biofilm on the ACP-containing material exhibited similar Ca++ and Pi concentrations to biofilm on F(-)-releasing materials. The materials showed buffering action compared with enamel. Biochemical and microbiological characteristics showed a less cariogenic biofilm on materials containing fluoride or amorphous calcium phosphate.

Evaluation of tissue reaction to Aroeira (Myracrodruon urundeuva) extracts: a histologic and edemogenic study.

OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated subcutaneous tissue response to Aroeira (Myracrodruon urundeuva) extract employing edemogenic and histological analyses. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Test groups consisted of aqueous and ethanolic Aroeira extracts and saline (control). For edema quantification, 18 rats received an intravenous injection of Evan's Blue. After 30 min, the extracts and saline were injected on the dorsum of the rats, which were then sacrificed after 3 and 6 h. Readings were performed in a spectrophotometer. For subcutaneous implantation, 30 rats received a polyethylene tube containing the extracts on their dorsum and then they were killed after 7 and 28 days. The samples were processed for histological analysis and evaluated with a light microscope. The inflammatory infiltrate was quantified. RESULTS: There were no statistically significant differences between aqueous extract and saline groups in relation to edema quantification in the different periods (p>0.05). Ethanolic solution resulted in more edema independently of the experimental period (p<0.05). Histological analysis showed similar results on the 7-day period for the 3 groups. There was a notable reduction on inflammatory cell number for saline and aqueous extract groups at 28 days. CONCLUSION: The aqueous extract showed biocompatible properties similar to those of saline.

Evaluation of tissue reaction to Aroeira (Myracrodruon urundeuva) extracts: a histologic and edemogenic study

OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated subcutaneous tissue response to Aroeira (Myracrodruon urundeuva) extract employing edemogenic and histological analyses. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Test groups consisted of aqueous and ethanolic Aroeira extracts and saline (control). For edema quantification, 18 rats received an intravenous injection of Evan's Blue. After 30 min, the extracts and saline were injected on the dorsum of the rats, which were then sacrificed after 3 and 6 h. Readings were performed in a spectrophotometer. For subcutaneous implantation, 30 rats received a polyethylene tube containing the extracts on their dorsum and then they were killed after 7 and 28 days. The samples were processed for histological analysis and evaluated with a light microscope. The inflammatory infiltrate was quantified. RESULTS: There were no statistically significant differences between aqueous extract and saline groups in relation to edema quantification in the different periods (p>0.05). Ethanolic solution resulted in more edema independently of the experimental period (p<0.05). Histological analysis showed similar results on the 7-day period for the 3 groups. There was a notable reduction on inflammatory cell number for saline and aqueous extract groups at 28 days. CONCLUSION: The aqueous extract showed biocompatible properties similar to those of saline.

Condutas terapêuticas para caninos inclusos / Therapeutic behavior for impacted canines

Normalmente, os últimos dentes a erupcionar são os que permanecem inclusos ou semi-inclusos, como é o caso dos caninos. O estudo teve como objetivo relatar algumas opções de tratamento a fim da manutenção estética e funcional da área atuada diante de um canino incluso, discutindo as suas indicações, contra-indicações, vantagens e desvantagens. Este trabalho também busca enfatizar a acessibilidade que o paciente teria caso a sua opção ideal fosse uma das formas de tratamento abordadas. Para a identificação dos estudos incluídos ou considerados nesta revisão, foi realizada uma estratégia de busca detalhada para os bancos de dados pesquisados: Pubmed, Bireme, Scielo, Cochrane e Dentistry Oral Science até o ano de 2011. Foram utilizados como descritores: dente não-erupcionado, canino e terapêutica. Os critérios de inclusão foram: artigos clínicos e de revisão que abordavam o tema. Foi constatado mediante esta revisão que a falta do conhecimento técnico-científico por parte do cirurgião-dentista e a impossibilidade financeira da maioria da população são alguns dos empecilhos para o estabelecimento do correto planejamento para o canino incluso.

Normally, the last teeth to erupt are the ones which remain impacted or semi-impacted, and that is the case of the canines. This study aimed to report a few options of treatment, aiming at esthetic and functional maintenance of the affected area before a impacted canine, discussing its indications, contraindications, advantages and disadvantages. This study also aims to emphasize the accessibility the patient would have in case his/her option were one of the approached ways of treatment. In order to identify the studies included or analyzed in this review, a detailed search strategy was performed for the database used: Pubmed, Bireme, Scielo, Cochrane, and Dentistry Oral Science up to 2011. We used non-erupted teeth, canine, and therapeutics as descriptors. The criteria of inclusion were clinical and review articles that approached the theme. Through this review, it was found that the surgeon dentist?s lack of technical and scientific knowledge and the financial impossibility of most population are some hindrances for the establishment of the right planning for the impacted canine.

Infecções odontogênicas: relato de caso e implicações terapêuticas / Odontogenic infections: case report and therapeutic implications

As infecções agudas buco-maxilo-faciais têm grande importância, tanto por sua alta casuística, como pelo risco de complicações. O objetivo deste estudo foi apresentar um caso clinico de extenso abscesso odontogênico em paciente de 31 anos de idade atendido pelo Serviço de Cirurgia e Traumatologia Buco-Maxilo-Facial da Faculdade de Odontologia de Araçatuba – UNESP, na região de Araçatuba, SP. As complicações das infecções odontogências embora pouco freqüentes podem levar o paciente ao óbito

Acute infections maxillo-facial are of great importance, both for its high population, as the risk of complications. The aim of this study was to present a clinical case of extensive odontogenic abscess in a patient of 31 years of age attended the Service of Surgery and Maxillo-Facial, Faculty of Dentistry of Araçatuba - UNESP in Araçatuba, SP. Complications of infections odontogências although infrequent can lead the patient to death

Dental implants in patients with osteoporosis: a clinical reality?

Osteoporosis is a systemic disorder characterized by generalized decrease in bone mineral density. Dental implantology is a specialty with high predictability when both quantity and quality of the bone are respected. Therefore, the diagnosis and the implant treatment in patients with osteoporosis are important. In the current study, a literature review about osteoporosis and dental implant therapy was conducted. PubMed, Cochrane, ISI, Dentistry Oral Science, SciELO, and Bireme databases were consulted over the last 20 years. English- and Portuguese-language articles were included in this revision. Some authors stated that the osteoporotic bone is similar to the proposed model of bone type IV. Randomized clinical studies reported implant failure in patients with osteoporosis after menopause. Studies that contraindicate the use of implants in patients with osteoporosis infer that the impaired bone metabolism led to reduction of bone healing around the implants. Nevertheless, other authors believe that the presence of osteoporosis is not a definitive condition to contraindicate the therapy with dental implants. In these cases, the dentist should perform a proper treatment planning, modifying the implant geometry, and use larger implant diameter and with surface treatment. Thus, osteoporosis is not a contraindication for implant surgery because an accurate analysis of bone quality by means tomography is performed.

Quarto molar retido: a importância do diagnóstico precoce / Fourth molar: the importance of early diagnosis

Dente supranumerário é aquele que excede a série normal, podendo ocorrer em ambos os arcos dentários. Sua etiologia não é completamente entendida. Em relação a sua prevalência, ocorre mais na dentição permanente e duas vezes mais nos homens que nas mulheres. Os dentes supranumerários são classificados de acordo com sua morfologia e localização. A presença desses dentes pode causar problemas, como falhas na erupção, deslocamento de dentes, apinhamentos, cistos e tumores odontogênicos. O diagnóstico é realizado geralmente por meio de radiografias de rotina, pois a maior parte desses dentes está inclusa e é assintomática. Objetivo e relato do caso: Este trabalho teve como objetivo realizar uma breve revisão de literatura e relatar um caso clínico de paciente do sexo femini-no, 23 anos, melanoderma, com três quartos molares. Considerações finais: O diagnóstico precoce mostrou ser importante para a resolução do caso minimizar ou prevenir o aparecimento de complicações e estabelecer um adequado plano de tratamento.

Contaminação Microbiana das Soluções de Processamento Radiográfico: Risco de Infecção Cruzada / Microbial Contamination of Radiographic Developing and Fixing Solutions: Risk of Cross Infection

Objetivo: Avaliar a contaminação microbiana em amostras de revelador e fixador radiográficos água de processamento radiográfico, água do equipo odontológico e da fonte externa de água do consultório. Método: Amostras de 50 consultórios particulares e de 20 consultórios da Faculdade de Odontologia de Araçatuba-UNESP foram coletadas. As amostras foram submetidas à neutralização dos agentes inibitórios residuais e submetidas à pré-enriquecimento em água peptonada e caldo EVA e inoculadas em meios de cultura seletivos e não seletivos. O DNA nas amostras foi extraído e a presença de microrganismos superinfectantes foi avaliada por PCR. As diferenças na prevalência dos microrganismos nas amostras de soluções foram submetidas ao teste análise de variância de medidas repetitivas para dados categóricos, enquanto os testes de Qui-Quadrado e de Mann-Whitney foram utilizados para avaliar a existência de possíveis associações entre o número total de microrganismos heterotróficos e os protocolos de controle de infecção. O nível de significância adotado foi de 5%.Resultados: Verificou-se que as amostras de fixador eram contaminadas em uma freqüência muito menor do que o revelador e água de processamento radiográfico, sendo que essa última mostrava microrganismos tipicamente originados da microbiota bucal e da pele humanas, bem como microrganismos freqüentemente encontrados na água do equipo odontológico. A contaminação da água de processamento foi menor em consultórios onde o invólucro da película radiográfica recebia desinfecção antes do processamento ou era recoberto com filme plástico. Adicionalmente, todas as amostras de água da fonte externa do consultório se mostraram potáveis.Conclusão: A utilização de barreiras filmes plásticos de proteção a película mostrou ser a melhor forma de reduzir a contaminação dessas soluções

Objective: To evaluate the microbial contamination in samples of radiographic developing and fixing solutions, radiographic processing water, dental unit waterlines and dental officeÆs external water supply. Methods: Samples of 50 private dental offices and 20 dental offices of the School of Dentistry de Araçatuba-UNESP were collected. The samples were subjected to neutralization of the residual inhibitory agents followed by pre-enrichment in peptone water and EVA broth and were inoculated in selective and non-selective culture media. The DNA of the samples was extracted and the presence of superinfectant microorganisms was evaluated by PCR. The differences in the prevalence of the microorganisms in the samples of the solutions were analyzed by repeated-measures analysis of variance for category data, while the Chi-Square and Mann-Whitney tests were used to evaluate the existence of associations between the total number of heterotrophic microorganisms and infection control protocols. The significance level was set at 5%.Results: Samples of radiographic fixing solution presented a remarkably less frequent contamination than radiographic developing solution and radiographic processing water. The latter exhibited microorganisms typically originated from the oral microbiota and human skin as well as microorganisms frequently found in dental unit waterlines. There was less contamination of radiographic processing water in the dental offices where the x-ray film packets were disinfected before processing or were covered by a plastic film. Additionally, all samples of dental officeÆs external water supply were drinkable.Conclusion: Covering the x-ray film packets with a plastic film protection barrier was proven the best manner to reduce the contamination of the evaluated solutions

Carcinoma de células escamosas de grandes dimensões / Mous cell carcinoma of large dimensions

O câncer de boca e orofaringe é de comportamento agressivo e, no Brasil, a incidência é considerada uma das mais altas do mundo, sendo o mais comum da região de cabeça e pescoço. Acomete o gênero masculino de forma mais intensa e 70% dos casos são em indivíduos acima dos 50 anos de idade. Localiza-se, geralmente, em assoalho da boca e língua. Diante disso, o objetivo deste estudo é relatar um caso clínico de paciente do gênero masculino, 78 anos de idade, leucoderma que procurou atendimento hospitalar. Relatou fumo e alcoolismo frequente. No exame físico extrabucal, verificou-se a presença de nódulo linfático fixo, indolor de 1,5 a 2cm de diâmetro em região submandibular. Ao exame físico intrabucal constatou-se lesão ulcerada com cerca de 5 cm em sua maior extensão, localizada de assoalho bucal esquerdo até a região de orofaringe, coloração avermelhada, bordas endurecidas, superfície corrugada e base cartonada. O diagnóstico diferencial sugerido foi úlcera traumática, paracoccidioidomicose e carcinoma de células escamosas. A conduta realizada foi biópsia incisional e a peça obtida enviada à análise histopatológica, confirmando se tratar de carcinoma de células escamosas. O tratamento consistiu no esclarecimento do paciente a cerca da doença e da necessidade de procura por um centro de oncologia. Conclui-se que o exame clínico bucal acurado é importante em todas as lesões em boca, mesmo que a queixa principal não se concentre nesta. Nos indivíduos de maior risco o exame deve ser sistemático e indivíduos com lesões suspeitas devem ser encaminhados à consulta especializada

The oral and oropharyngeal cancer is aggressive and, in Brazil, the incidence is considered one of the world’s tallest, the most common of head and neck. It affects males more intensively and 70% of cases are in adults over 50 years of age. It is located usually on the floor of the mouth and tongue. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to report a case of male patient, 78 years of age, leukoderma who sought hospital care. Reported frequent smoking and alcoholism. On physical examination headgear, there was the presence of lymph node fixed, painless 1.5 to 2 cm in diameter in the submandibular region. Physical examination intraoral ulcer was found at about 5 cm at its greatest extent, localized to the left oral floor region of the oropharynx, reddish, hardened edges, surface and bottom corrugated carton. The differential diagnosis suggested was traumatic ulcer, paracoccidioidomycosis and squamous cell carcinoma. The approach employed was obtained by incisional biopsy and the piece sent to histopathological analysis, confirming the case of squamous cell carcinoma. The treatment consisted in clarifying the patient about the disease and the need to search for an oncology center. It is concluded that the oral clinical examination is accurate in all major injuries to mouth, even if the chief complaint does not focus on this. In individuals at high risk examination should be systematic and individuals with suspicious lesions should be referred to specialist consultation

Displasia cemento-óssea florida: relato de caso / Florid cemento-osseous dysplasia: a case report

A displasia cemento-ósseo florida é uma lesão assintomática fibro-óssea presente na maxila e mandíbula de etiologia incerta. Possui maior expressão no gênero feminino, pacientes melanoderma e, de meia idade ao idoso. Esta displasia é uma condição assintomática que pode ser descoberta quando uma radiografia é realizada. A biópsia é contra-indicada para evitar infecção de difícil tratamento. Será descrito o caso clínico de uma mulher branca de 52 anos de idade, que procurou a Clínica de Cirurgia e Traumatologia Buco-maxilofacial da Faculdade de Odontologia de Araçatuba com dor na porção posterior esquerda da mandíbula. Após exame radiográfico foi diagnosticada a displasia cemento-óssea florida. Como tratamento, foi instituído o acompanhamento clínico e radiográfico

The florid cemento-osseous dysplasia is an asymptomatic lesion present in the fibro-osseous maxilla and mandible of uncertain etiology. It has higher expression in females, and patients melanoderm, middle-aged to elderly. This dysplasia is an asymptomatic condition that can be discovered when a radiograph is performed. A biopsy is contraindicated to avoid infection difficult to treat. We report the case of a white woman 52 years old, who searched the Clinic of Surgery and Traumatology Bucco-maxillofacial surgery, Faculty of Dentistry of Araçatuba with pain in the posterior portion of left mandible. After radiographic examination was diagnosed with florid cementoosseous dysplasia. Treatment was instituted clinical and radiographic

Fratura do seio frontal: relato de caso / Frontal sinus fracture: case report

As fraturas do seio frontal são originadas a partir de acidentes de grande intensidade. Normalmente estão associadas com fraturas do terço médio da face, incluindo fraturas naso-órbito-etmoidal e zigomáticas. Várias modalidades de tratamento têm sido propostas. No presente caso utilizou-se do acesso bicoronal para reconstrução da parede anterior do seio frontal e, restabelecimento do contorno fronto-naso-órbito-etmoidal com resultados satisfatórios

The frontal sinus fractures are derived from accidents of great intensity. Are usually associated with fractures of the midface, including the naso-orbital fractures and zygomatic ethmoid. Several treatment modalities have been proposed. In this case it was used to access bicoronal reconstruction of the anterior frontal sinus, and restore contour fronto-naso-orbital-ethmoid with satisfactory results

Frequência de anquiloglossia em uma comunidade indígena brasileira / Frequency of ankyloglossia in a community of native Brazilians

Objetivo: Avaliar a prevalência de anquiloglossia na comunidade indígena Umutina, no município de Barra do Bugres (MT), em diversas faixas etárias. Métodos: A amostra foi constituída de 291 índios que se submeteram ao exame clínico. Resultados: A anquiloglossia foi observada em 108 (37,11%) índios. O sexo masculino apresentou maior prevalência, sendo 57 casos (43,8%), enquanto o sexo feminino apresentou 51(31,7%) dos casos. A distribuição da faixa etária foi feita após análise de agrupamento hierárquico, distribuídas em três grupos: 1-20 anos, 21-45 anos e 46-99 anos. Sendo que a anquiloglossia apresentou maior prevalência na faixa etária de 1- 20 anos, com 65 casos (40,6%). Conclusão: Verificou-se que, apesar da anquiloglossia se apresentar nas etnias da reserva indígena Umutina com frequência elevada, a mesma não parece ser responsável por alterações associadas à fonação, mastigação, presença de diastema e problemas periodontais, uma vez que essas alterações foram observadas em baixa frequência e não foram motivos de queixas da população.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of ankyloglossia in people of different age groups living in the native Brazilian community of Umutina, in the municipality of Barra do Bugres/ Mato Grosso. Methods: The sample consisted of 291 native Brazilians who underwent clinical examination. Results: Ankyloglossia was observed in 108 (37.11%) individuals. There was a greater prevalence of ankyloglossia among males, with 57 cases (43.8%) against 51 cases (31.7%) in females. Age distribution was done after analyzing the hierarchical grouping, resulting in three age groups: 1- to 20-year-olds, 21- to 45-year-olds and 46- to 99-year-olds. Ankyloglossia was more prevalent in the youngest group, with 65 cases (40.6%). Conclusion: Although there is a high rate of ankyloglossia among the individuals who live in the Umutina Reservation, ankyloglossia does not seem responsible for the changes associated with phonation, mastication, presence of diastema and periodontal problems, since these changes were infrequent and generated no complaint.

Ferimentos faciais: relato de caso / Facial wounds: case report

Os ferimentos faciais variam nas suas características clinicas e complexidade, merecendo uma abordagem adequada para cada caso, haja vista que os insucessos podem resultar em alterações estético-funcionais que podem ser prejudiciais tanto funcional como psicologicamente. Aspectos como tempo de exposição do ferimento, anestesia, fios de suturas e profilaxia antitetânica constituem fatores importante. O objetivo do trabalho é apresentar um caso clínico de extenso ferimento facial em paciente vítima de acidente automobilístico

Facial injuries vary in their clinical characteristics and complexity, deserves an appropriate approach for each case, considering that the failures may result in aesthetic and functional changes that can be harmfulboth functionally and psychologically. Aspects such as exposure time of the injury, anesthesia, suture materials and tetanus prophylaxis are important factors. The objective is to present a case of extensive facial injuries in an automobile accident patient