Can diagnostic changes caused by cone beam computed tomography alter the clinical decision in impacted lower third molar treatment plan?

OBJECTIVES: This study observed whether changes in diagnosis caused by analysis of three-dimensional images can lead to alterations in the treatment plans of impacted lower third molars (ILTMs). METHODS: Sets of panoramic (PAN) - cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) of 218 patients were assessed for ILTM classification, contact with mandibular canal, contact and resorption of the lower second molar (LSM), intraoperative planning and post-operative expectations. RESULTS: Percentage agreement and McNemar test compared PAN vs CBCT assessments. Logistic regression analyzed the dependency of change in surgical planning considering the changes in diagnostic features; descriptive statistics was used to observe the expectation of post-operative complications and paresthesia. Differences were found between PAN vs CBCT for classification of impaction and positioning, LSM relationship, choice for crown and root sectioning and expectation of post-operative complications (all with p < 0.001). Logistic regression indicated that the change in diagnosis caused by CBCT examination did not change the clinical decision to extract ILTM but altered the planning of intraoperative steps such as osteotomy, crown sectioning and relaxing incision. The expectation of post-operative complications decreased when professionals planned the ILTM removal using tri-dimensional images. CONCLUSIONS: We concluded that changes in the diagnosis after CBCT examination can lead to alterations in the treatment plan of impacted lower third molar.

Management of Bell"s palsy: a report of 2 cases.

Bell"s palsy is a neuropathy of the peripheral seventh cranial nerve, resulting from traumatic, compressive, infective, inflammatory or metabolic abnormalities or it can be idiopathic. HIV, Epstein-Barr virus and hepatitis B virus have been suspected as initiating organisms, but herpes simplex virus is the most frequently implicated. This report describes 2 cases of Bell"s palsy in children that were managed with antiviral agents. Both patients experienced complete recovery within 28 days; after 1 year follow-up, no recurrence was observed and both patients have normal facial movement. Differential diagnosis is essential to guide the treatment plan in Bell"s palsy. Special attention should be given to children with respect to prescription of medications that can cause important side effects.

Remoção de fresa odontológica alojada em seio maxilar: relato de caso / Removal of dental burr localized in the maxillary sinus: case report

Introdução: O seio maxilar é um dos seios paranasais, constituído por cavidade óssea preenchida de ar, localizado bilateralmente na maxila, próximo a região dos dentes posteriores. Dada sua localização, morfologia e fisiologia, o assoalho desse seio possui íntima relação com as raízes dos dentes posteriores. Essa estrutura possui uma membrana de revestimento e que pode ser acometida em processos de exodontia de dentes posteriores no qual existe uma relação de proximidade muito evidenciada. O alvéolo pode tornar-se uma via de comunicação entre cavidade oral e seio maxilar. Relato de Caso: O objetivo desse trabalho é descrever o relato de caso de um paciente que foi encaminhado à clínica de cirurgia Bucomaxilofacial para remoção de um fresa alojada no interior do seio maxilar direito que se deslocou durante ato de odontossecção do dente 26. A remoção do fragmento foi realizada pelo alvéolo onde, inicialmente, foi realizada a cirurgia de exodontia. O paciente em questão apresentou evolução satisfatória com ausências de sinais e sintomas de complicações relacionadas ao corpo estranho. Considerações Finais: conhecer a história é fundamental na conduta de tais casos, assim como investigar as possíveis queixas relacionadas ao quadro, por exemplo, os sinais e sintomas de uma sinusite maxilar... (AU)

Introduction: The maxillary sinus is one of the paranasal sinuses, constituted by a bone cavity filled with air, located bilaterally in the maxilla, close to the region of the posterior teeth. Given its location, morphology and physiology, the floor of this sinus is closely related to the roots of the posterior teeth. This structure has a lining membrane and can be affected in processes of extraction of posterior teeth in which there is a very evident relationship of proximity. The alveolus can become a communication route between the oral cavity and the maxillary sinus. Case Report: The purpose of this paper is to describe the case report of a patient who was referred to oral and maxillofacial surgery clinic for removal of a dental burr located inside the right maxillary sinus that was displaced during the tooth 26 extraction. Removal of the fragment was performed through the socket where, initially, extraction surgery was performed. The patient in question presented a satisfactory evolution with no signs and symptoms of complications related. Final considerations: knowing the history is important in management of these cases, as well as investigating possible complaints related to the condition, for example the signs and symptoms of a maxillary sinusitis... (AU)

Evaluation of Crystallized Biosilicate in the Reconstruction of Calvarial Defects.

INTRODUCTION: The objective of this study was to assess the bone repair process of crystallized Biosilicate in surgically created defects on rats' calvaria. This biomaterial was recently developed for odontological use. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We used fifteen rats (rattus norvegicus albinus, Wistar), and two 5 mm surgical defects were performed on each of them; the defects were made with trephine drill on the calvarium region prior to the biomaterial placement. Groups were divided as follows: Group 1-defect filled with clot; Group 2-defect filled with crystallized Biosilicate. After 7, 14 and 28 days the animals were killed, the parts were retrieved and slides were prepared for histological studies. RESULTS: Bone formation was satisfactory in all groups, with direct contact between biomaterial surface and bone and absence of infection signs. The 28 days periods showed better results, and statistically significant difference between Clot Group (90.2 %) and Biosilicate (58 %; p = 0.002) was seen, regarding presence of bone tissue on the surgical defects. CONCLUSION: Our study revealed that defects filled with clot present better results on bone formation compared to crystallized Biosilicate, which is considered a biocompatible material with favorable osteoconductive properties.

Reparación Ósea en Alvéolos de Ratas Ovariectomizadas con Biosilicato Cristalizado. Análisis Histomorfométrico / Alveolar Bone Repair in Ovarictomized Rats with Crystallized Biosilicate. Histomorphometric Analysis

RESUMEN: Evaluar el proceso de reparación alveolar en ratas sometidas a cirugía de simulacro u ovariectomizadas tras el relleno alveolar con coágulo o con biosilicato cristalino. Sesenta ratas Wistar fueron divididas en cuatro grupos (n=15) de acuerdo con el tratamiento: Grupo 1- ratas sometidas a cirugía de simulacro con alveolos rellenados con coágulo; Grupo 2- ratas sometidas a cirugía de simulacro con alveolos rellenados con biosilicato cristalino; Grupo 3- ratas ovariectomizadas con alveolos rellenados con coágulo; Grupo 4- ratas ovariectomizadas con alveolos rellenados con biosilicato cristalino. Después de 7, 14 y 28 días, los animales fueron sacrificados, se tomaron muestras óseas que fueron teñidas con hematoxilina-eosina y analizadas al microscopio para realizar un análisis histomorfométricos. Los mayores porcentajes de formación de hueso se presentaron en los grupos 1 (32 % a los 7 días, 46 % a los 14 días y 83.5 % a los 28 días) y 4 (27,1 % a los 7 días, 41,1 % a los 14 días y 79,7 % a los 28 días). En los alveolos rellenados con coágulo, las ratas sometidas a cirugía de simulacro mostraron los mejores resultados, mientras que, en los alveolos rellenados con biosilicato, las ratas ovariectomizadas tenían porcentajes significativamente mayores. En este estudio, el biosilicato cristalino se comportó como un biomaterial adecuado para la reparación ósea, favoreciendo la osteoconducción.

ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to assess the process of alveolar bone repair in rats subjected to sham surgery or ovariectomized rats, after alveolar filling with clot or with crystalline biosilicate. Sixty Wistar rats were divided into four groups (n = 15) according to the treatment: Group 1 - rats subjected to sham surgery with sockets filled with clot; Group 2- rats submitted to sham surgery with sockets filled with crystalline biosilicate; Group 3 ovariectomized rats with sockets filled with clot; Group 4 ovariectomized rats with sockets filled with crystalline biosilicate. After 7, 14 and 28 days, the animals were sacrificed, bone samples were taken, stained with hematoxylin-eosin and analyzed under a microscope to perform a histomorphometric analysis. The highest percentages of bone formation were presented in groups 1 (32 % at 7 days, 46 % at 14 days and 83.5 % at 28 days) and 4 (27.1 % at 7 days, 41.1 % at 14 days and 79.7 % after 28 days). In the sockets filled with clot, the rats subjected to sham surgery showed the best results, while in the sockets filled with biosilicate, the ovariectomized rats had significantly higher percentages. In this study, the crystalline biosilicate behaved as an adequate biomaterial for bone repair, favoring osteoconduction.

Accidents and complications associated to third molar surgeries performed by dentistry students.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this work is to demonstrate the accidents and complications rates on third molars surgeries performed by senior dentistry students. METHODS: A retrospective study of 122 patient charts submitted to third molars surgeries was done. Patient age, gender, dental in arch position, and accidents/complications were considered with the charts presenting incomplete dates being excluded from the study. After all, 88 patients (210 surgeries) were included. RESULTS: The majority of the patients were female (70.4 %), with the average age of 24 years. Mandibular molars represented more than half of the surgical procedures (56.2 %), with teeth at vertical position the most found (60.3 %). The cases of accidents and complications totalized 10.4 % of all performed procedures, being hemorrhage (1.9 %), root fractures (1.9 %), and maxillary tuberosity fracture (1.9 %) the most found. Suture dehiscence (1.4 %), dry socket (1.4 %), oroantral communications (0.9 %), paresthesia (0.9 %), and infection (0.4 %) were also observed. CONCLUSIONS: Surgeons' inexperience was not considered a determinant factor to modify the rates of accidents and complications at third molars surgeries when compared to previous works developed by experienced surgeons. It is important to highlight the necessity of the students' knowledge of the most adequate treatments of each of the accidents and complications.

Retained third molars removal in a severely resorbed edentulous mandible. A case report.

The presence of asymptomatic third molars can represent a potential problem in the mandible when these teeth are retained and the patient has lost all normally erupted teeth. Once the mandibular first and second molars are removed, the mandibular body becomes weaker with time, increasing the complexity, morbidity and incidence of complication in the surgical procedure to remove the retained third molar. This paper reports a case where the mandibular third molars retained in a severely resorbed mandible were removed in a 54-year-old female patient. The treatment plan was based on the safe surgical removal of the teeth and prosthetic rehabilitation with an implant-supported milled bar overdenture and a bone-mucous-supported complete denture in the mandibular and maxillary arch, respectively. If the removal of a retained third molar is indicated in a severely resorbed edentulous mandible, the treatment plan must involve not only preventive measures in order to avoid mandible fracture during or after tooth removal, but also alternatives that allow an adequate mandibular rehabilitation.

Multiple brain abscess from dental origin: case report and literature review.

BACKGROUND: Brain abscess of dental origin is a rare situation and deserves attention due to its high mortality rate even when adequate treatment is done. Few reports are available when dental origin is the main cause of this infection. CASE REPORT: We present the case of a 70-year-old man diagnosed with cerebral abscess caused by apical lesions located at superior and inferior teeth. The three lesions containing pus were drained from anterior and posterior brain region and the laboratory evaluation revealed the presence of Streptococcus viridians and Bacteroides. Postoperative period was uneventful with excellent recovery after 1 year of surgery. Final diagnosis was able to be done due to excellent image exams availability like computer tomography and magnetic resonance using diffusion and perfusion techniques. DISCUSSION: The early detection of this pathology with the correct diagnosis essential to give the patient the best treatment including antimicrobial drugs and drainage is of extreme importance.

A retrospective study of oral manifestations in patients with paracoccidioidomycosis.

South American blastomycosis, paracoccidioidomycosis (Pb mycosis) or Lutz disease is an endemically fungal infection in Latin America. It is caused by the dimorphic fungus Paracoccidioides brasiliensis and may cause oral mucosal lesions. The incidence of Pb mycosis oral lesions was evaluated in patients assisted at a Brazilian Dental School's Specialized Oral Diagnosis Service with special focus on the different clinical forms of these lesions, its location, patients' occupation, deleterious habits, and diagnosis methodology. Students' and professionals' initial diagnoses were compared with the definitive diagnosis. Lesions were detected 31 cases (18 patients). The results show that 88.8% of the patients were male with a mean age of 50 years and 39% work(ed) with activities related to agriculture. As much as 88.9% were smokers and 72.2% were alcohol users. Exfoliative cytology was performed in 66.6% of the patients. Oral mucosa (30%), gingiva (16.6%) and lips 16.6% were the most common sites of Pb mycosis oral lesions. Comparing the initial with the definitive diagnosis made by the professionals their accuracy was 33% (6 out of 18 patients). Students' diagnosis was more accurate demonstrating 72.5% of initial correct diagnosis (13 out of 18). Statistical analysis by ANOVA (α=0.05, SPSS WIN) demonstrated a significant difference between the diagnosis of Pb mycosis made by students and professionals when considering initial diagnosis and final diagnosis (after histopathological analysis) (p=0.25). Incisional biopsy and exfoliate cytology are efficient for an early diagnosis of this disease in mouth. Students' training in diagnosis of oral pathologies to recognize lesions is urgent to improve public health.

Retropharyngeal and cervicofacial subcutaneous emphysema after maxillofacial trauma.

INTRODUCTION: Subcutaneous emphysema in the cervical region is a well-documented event that may occur secondary to tonsillectomy, dental treatment, oropharyngeal barotraumas, scaling and root planning therapy, punch biopsy, endotracheal intubation, orthognathic surgery, extraction of impacted teeth, or after maxillofacial trauma. After trauma episodes, subcutaneous emphysema may be caused by a maxillary antral wall fracture that occurs when air pressure is introduced into the fascial planes of the connective tissue. Retropharyngeal emphysema is a severe condition associated with traumatic aerodigestive tract injury and may be associated with life-threatening situations requiring prompt attention and diagnosis in order to prevent serious consequences. CASE REPORT: We reported a case of cervicofacial and retropharyngeal emphysema in a 54-year-old patient who stated concerns after blowing his nose several times after a traumatic episode involving orbitozygomatic region. During the patient's hospital course, his airway remained stable, and he was discharged from the hospital 7 days later with a prognosis of full recovery, excellent occlusion and facial appearance, and complete resolution of subcutaneous emphysema.

Bone response to biosilicates with different crystal phases.

The aim of this study was to investigate the histological and histomorphometrical bone response to three Biosilicates with different crystal phases comparing them to Bioglass 45S5 implants used as control. Ceramic glass Biosilicate and Bioglass 45S5 implants were bilaterally inserted in rabbit femurs and harvested after 8 and 12 weeks. Histological examination did not revealed persistent inflammation or foreign body reaction at implantation sites. Bone and a layer of soft tissue were observed in close contact with the implant surfaces in the medullary canal. The connective tissue presented few elongated cells and collagen fibers located parallel to implant surface. Cortical portion after 8 weeks was the only area that demonstrated significant difference between all tested materials, with Biosilicate 1F and Biosilicate 2F presenting higher bone formation than Bioglass 45S5 and Biosilicate vitreo (p=0.02). All other areas and periods were statistically non-significant (p>0.05). In conclusion, all tested materials were considered biocompatible, demonstrating surface bone formation and a satisfactory behavior at biological environment.

Retained Third Molars Removal in a Severely Resorbed Edentulous Mandible. A Case Report

The presence of asymptomatic third molars can represent a potential problem in the mandible when these teeth are retained and the patient has lost all normally erupted teeth. Once the mandibular first and second molars are removed, the mandibular body becomes weaker with time, increasing the complexity, morbidity and incidence of complication in the surgical procedure to remove the retained third molar. This paper reports a case where the mandibular third molars retained in a severely resorbed mandible were removed in a 54-year-old female patient. The treatment plan was based on the safe surgical removal of the teeth and prosthetic rehabilitation with an implant-supported milled bar overdenture and a bone-mucous-supported complete denture in the mandibular and maxillary arch, respectively. If the removal of a retained third molar is indicated in a severely resorbed edentulous mandible, the treatment plan must involve not only preventive measures in order to avoid mandible fracture during or after tooth removal, but also alternatives that allow an adequate mandibular rehabilitation.

A presença de terceiros molares inclusos assintomáticos pode representar um grande problema quando estes dentes encontram-se inclusos em um paciente desdentado total. Uma vez que os primeiros e segundos molares foram extraídos, o corpo mandibular torna-se mais frágil com o passar do tempo, o que aumenta a complexidade, a morbidade e a incidência de complicações nas cirurgias de remoção de terceiros molares inclusos. Neste artigo é apresentado um caso de uma paciente de 54 anos de idade com severa reabsorção do osso mandibular onde os terceiros molares mandibulares encontravam-se inclusos e com necessidade de extração. O plano de tratamento objetivou a extração segura dos dentes e a reabilitação mandibular com o uso de uma prótese implanto-suportada. Se a extração dos terceiros molares inclusos é indicada em pacientes que apresentam mandíbula atrófica, o plano de tratamento deve incluir não apenas as medidas preventivas com o intuito de prevenir a fratura da mandíbula durante ou após a remoção dos dentes, mas também alternativas de tratamento que possibilitem uma adequada reabilitação.

Sialolito de grandes proporções localizado no ducto da glândula submandibular: diagnóstico e tratamento cirúrgico / Extensive sialolit located at submandible gland ducts: diagnosis and surgical treatment

A sialolitíase é caracterizada pela formação de cálculos (sialolitos) no sistema de ductos das glândulas salivares, provocando estase salivar e podendo acarretar a subseqüente dilatação da glândula salivar envolvida. Os sialolitos são formados por substâncias orgânicas e inorgânicas e sua patogênese permanece desconhecida, sendo duas hipóteses propostas. A primeira baseia-se na existência de microcálculos intracelulares que se acumulam com o passar do tempo e obstruem o ducto salivar. A segunda sugere que restos alimentares e bactérias presentes na cavidade oral migrariam para dentro dos ductos salivares causando a obliteração dos mesmos. Atualmente, existem várias formas de diagnóstico e tratamento dos episódios de sialolitíase, incluindo a excisão cirúrgica e a sialoendoscopia intervencional. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar a excisão cirúrgica de um cálculo de grandes proporções localizado no ducto da glândula submandibular em um paciente com queixa de dores constantes na região mandibular direita, elevação do assoalho bucal, diminuição da secreção de saliva e discreto desvio da língua. O procedimento cirúrgico foi o tratamento de escolha com total excisão do cálculo e posterior reconstrução do ducto. O pós-operatório de 18 meses mostrou fluxo salivar normal e ausência de recidiva.

Sialolithiasis is characterized by the formation of calculi (sialoliths) inside salivary glands duct system resulting in salivary ectasia and subsequent salivary gland dilation. Calculi are composed of organic and inorganic substances with its pathogenesis remaining unknown. Two main hypotheses are proposed: one consists of accumulation of pre existence intracellular micro calculi that accumulates in the course of time. The second theory suggests that aliments and bacteria presents inside the oral cavity migrate into the salivary ducts cause its obstruction. After clinical and/or radiographic sialolithiasis diagnosis different treatment modalities may be performed to treat this condition including surgical excision followed by ductal reconstruction or interventional sialendoscopy. The aim of this presentation is to demonstrate surgical excision of a large submandibular duct calculus in a patient complaining of constant pain at right mandible region, mouth floor elevation, diminish of salivary secretion, and slight tongue deviation. Surgical excision was conduct with totally calculi extirpation and submandibular duct reconstruction. Normal submandibular salivary flow was observed after 18 months of follow-up with no recurrence episodies.

Celulite facial de origem odontogênica. Apresentação de 5 casos / Odontogenic facial cellulitis: a presentation of five cases

A maioria das infecções de origem odontogênica se originam a partir de necrose pulpar com invasão bacteriana no tecido periapical e periodontal, que pode levar à formação de abscesso, quando a infecção prevalece sobre as resistências do hospedeiro. Em situações nas quais a coleção purulenta não é capaz de drenar através de superfície cutânea ou mucosa bucal, o abscesso pode se estender através dos planos fasciais dos tecidos moles, patologia que se denomina celulite. Complicações graves, decorrentes dos quadros de celulite facial podem ocorrer, se o tratamento instituído não for adequado, podendo evoluir para trombose do seio cavernoso, abscesso cerebral, mediastinite, ou ainda, morte do paciente. Portanto, o tratamento de escolha dessa condição deve ser a drenagem rápida e agressiva da coleção purulenta em associação com antimicrobianos de amplo espectro e com características bactericidas. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar uma série de casos de celulite facial de origem odontogênica, acometendo pacientes de diferentes idades, sendo o tratamento proposto a associação da terapia medicamentosa, drenagem imediata da coleção purulenta e extração dos elementos dentários responsáveis pela infecção.

Most odontogenic infections arise from pulpar necrosis with bacterial invasion in the periapical and periodontal tissue, which may lead to abscess formation when the infection prevails over the resistance of the host. In situations where the pus cannot drain through the oral mucosa or the skin surface, the abscess may extend through the fascial planes of the soft tissues, a condition known as cellulitis. Severe complications from fascial cellulitis can occur if the treatment instituted is not appropriate, with possible progression to cavernous sinus thrombosis, brain abscess, mediastinitis or even death. The treatment of choice should therefore be rapid and aggressive pus drainage in association with broad-spectrum antimicrobial and antibacterial drugs. The aim of this paper is to present a series of cases of facial cellulitis of odontogenic origin affecting patients of different ages, the proposed treatment being a combination of drug therapy, immediate drainage of pus and extraction of the infected teeth.

A retrospective study of oral manifestations in patients with paracoccidioidomycosis

South American blastomycosis, paracoccidioidomycosis (Pb mycosis) or Lutz disease is an endemically fungal infection in Latin America. It is caused by the dimorphic fungus Paracoccidioides brasiliensis and may cause oral mucosal lesions. The incidence of Pb mycosis oral lesions was evaluated in patients assisted at a Brazilian Dental School's Specialized Oral Diagnosis Service with special focus on the different clinical forms of these lesions, its location, patients' occupation, deleterious habits, and diagnosis methodology. Students' and professionals' initial diagnoses were compared with the definitive diagnosis. Lesions were detected 31 cases (18 patients). The results show that 88.8% of the patients were male with a mean age of 50 years and 39% work(ed) with activities related to agriculture. As much as 88.9% were smokers and 72.2% were alcohol users. Exfoliative cytology was performed in 66.6% of the patients. Oral mucosa (30%), gingiva (16.6%) and lips 16.6% were the most common sites of Pb mycosis oral lesions. Comparing the initial with the definitive diagnosis made by the professionals their accuracy was 33% (6 out of 18 patients). Students' diagnosis was more accurate demonstrating 72.5% of initial correct diagnosis (13 out of 18). Statistical analysis by ANOVA (α=0.05, SPSS WIN) demonstrated a significant difference between the diagnosis of Pb mycosis made by students and professionals when considering initial diagnosis and final diagnosis (after histopathological analysis) (p=0.25). Incisional biopsy and exfoliate cytology are efficient for an early diagnosis of this disease in mouth. Students' training in diagnosis of oral pathologies to recognize lesions is urgent to improve public health.

A blastomicose sul americana, paracoccidiodomicose (Pb micose) ou doença de Lutz é uma infecção fúngica endêmica na América Latina. É causada pelo fungo dimórfico Paracoccidiodes brasiliensis, e pode causar lesões na mucosa oral. Nós avaliamos a incidência de lesões orais de Pb micose nos pacientes atendidos em um Centro Especializado em Diagnóstico Oral com foco principal nas diferentes formas clinicas das lesões, suas localidades, ocupação dos pacientes, hábitos deletérios e diagnóstico e metodologia, e foram detectados 31 casos (18 pacientes). Os resultados mostraram que 88,8% dos pacientes eram do sexo masculino com idade média de 50 anos de idade, e 39% trabalham, ou trabalhavam, com atividades relacionadas à agricultura. Observou-se que 88,9% eram fumantes e 72,2% ingeriam álcool. Citologia esfoliativa foi feita em 66,6%. Mucosa jugal foi acometida em 30%, gengiva, e lábios 16% (cada um) foram os locais mais comuns de lesões orais da Pb micose. Comparando o diagnóstico inicial com o definitivo feito pelos profissionais, a acurácia foi de 33%; o diagnóstico dos estudantes foi mais preciso demonstrando 72,5% do diagnóstico inicial correto com diferença estatística significante (p=0,25) através do teste ANOVA do SPSS WIN com nível de significância de 5%. Biópsia incisonal e citologia esfoliativa são eficientes para um diagnóstico precoce desta doença na boca; o treinamento dos estudantes em diagnóstico para reconhecer as patologias orais é urgente para melhorar a saúde pública.

Tratamento cirúrgico do deslocamento crônico da mandíbula / Surgical treatment of chronic mandibular dislocation

O procedimento cirúrgico de instalação de placas e parafusos na eminência articular visa impedir os episódios de luxação recidivante da mandíbula. Nas situações nas quais o tratamento clínico não apresenta resultados adequados, a técnica cirúrgica deve ser o tratamento de escolha. O presente estudo teve por objetivo verificar a eficácia e demonstrar a facilidade da técnica de instalação de placas e parafusos na eminência articular. Para tanto foi realizada uma análise retrospectiva do prontuário de quatro pacientes (oito articulações) que apresentavam luxação recidivante da mandíbula bilateralmente e que foram submetidos à instalação de placas e parafusos na região da eminência articular, objetivando impedir o excursionismo excessivo do côndilo. O acompanhamento foi realizado por um período mínimo de seis meses, por meio de avaliações clínicas e radiográficas. Nenhum dos pacientes apresentou quadros de luxação recorrente mandibular após o procedimento cirúrgico, nem foram observadas complicações com o material implantar, permanecendo estável durante todo o período de estudo. Conclui-se que esta técnica demonstrou ser bastante segura e eficaz, preservando as funções normais da articulação e prevenindo o excursionamento excessivo do côndilo sobre a eminência articular, além de ser reversível

Bone response to biosilicates® with different crystal phases

The aim of this study was to investigate the histological and histomorphometrical bone response to three Biosilicates with different crystal phases comparing them to Bioglass®45S5 implants used as control. Ceramic glass Biosilicate and Bioglass®45S5 implants were bilaterally inserted in rabbit femurs and harvested after 8 and 12 weeks. Histological examination did not revealed persistent inflammation or foreign body reaction at implantation sites. Bone and a layer of soft tissue were observed in close contact with the implant surfaces in the medullary canal. The connective tissue presented few elongated cells and collagen fibers located parallel to implant surface. Cortical portion after 8 weeks was the only area that demonstrated significant difference between all tested materials, with Biosilicate 1F and Biosilicate 2F presenting higher bone formation than Bioglass®45S5 and Biosilicate® vitreo (p=0.02). All other areas and periods were statistically non-significant (p>0.05). In conclusion, all tested materials were considered biocompatible, demonstrating surface bone formation and a satisfactory behavior at biological environment.

O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar histologicamente e histomorfometricamente a resposta óssea a três diferentes fases cristalinas do Biosilicato®, comparando-os aos implantes de Bioglass®45S5 utilizados como controles. Implantes de cerâmicas de Biosilicato® e implantes de Bioglass®45S5 foram inseridos bilateralmente em fêmures de coelho e avaliações histológicas realizadas após 8 e 12 semanas. As avaliações histológicas não revelaram inflamação persistente ou reação de corpo estranho nos sítios de implantação dos biovidros. A formação de tecido ósseo pôde ser observada em maior quantidade na porção cortical, com tecido conjuntivo sendo observado em íntimo contato com as superfícies dos implantes apenas na porção medular. O tecido conjuntivo apresentou células com forma alongada e fibras de colágeno localizado paralelamente à superfície do implante. A porção cortical (após 8 semanas) foi a única área que demonstrou diferença significante entre os materiais estudados, com o Biosilicato 1F e o Biosilicato 2F demonstrando maior formação de tecido ósseo em contato com a superfície quando compardos aos implantes de Bioglass®45S5 e Biosilicato®vítreo (p=0,02). As outras áreas estudadas nos diferentes períodos não foram consideradas estatisticamente significantes (p>0,05). Pode-se concluir que todos os materiais testados foram considerados biocompatíveis, com formação óssea na superfície e comportamento em ambiente biológico satisfatório.

Paralisia facial após técnica anestésica mandibular / Facial nerve palsy after mandibular anesthesia technique

A paralisia do nervo facial tem múltiplas etiologias, como viroses, traumatismo facial, codutas iatrogênicas, tumores, origem idiopática, infarto cerebral e paralisia pseudobulbar, sendo, portanto, um achado bastante raro durante o tratamento dentário. Nessas situações, a paralisia pode estar associada à realização errônea da técnica anestésica, a procedimentos cirúrgicos prolongados de extração dentária, ou ainda, a infecções de origem dental. Neste trabalho, é demonstrado um caso de paralisia hemi-facial completa, ocorrida durante anestesia dos nervos lingual, alveolar inferior e bucal em uma paciente de 63 anos. A recuperação completa dos movimentos faciais foi observada após algumas horas, com a paciente sendo liberada, e o procedimento cirúrgico realizado duas semanas mais tarde.

Facial nerve palsy has many etiologies, such as viruses, facial trauma, iatrogenesis, tumors, idiopathic conditions, cerebral infarction and pseudobulbar palsy, as a result of which it is rarely observed during dental treatment. In this situation, it may be associated with the injection of a local anesthetic, prolonged surgical procedure for the removal of mandibular molars and infections of dental origin. We report a case of complete facial nerve palsy during a mandibular nerve block anesthesia in a 63-year-old woman. The full recovery of facial movements was attained after a few hours and she was discharged. The surgical procedure was performed two weeks later.

Acidentes e complicações associadas à cirurgia dos terceiros molares realizada por alunos de odontologia / Accidents and complications associated to third molar surgeries performed by dentistry students

O objetivo deste artigo é o de demonstrar as taxas de acidentes e complicações nas cirurgias de terceiros molares realizadas por alunos do último ano do curso de graduação em Odontologia. METODOLOGIA: a análise retropectiva do prontuário de 122 pacientes submetidos à extração dos terceiros molares foi realizada. A idade dos pacientes, o gênero, a posição do dente no arco e os acidentes e complicações decorrentes das cirurgias foram considerados. Prontuários com dados incompletos foram excluídos do estudo. Do total, 88 pacientes foram incluídos, totalizando 210 extrações. RESULTADOS: A maioria dos pacientes era do gênero feminino (70,47%), com idade média de 24 anos. Os molares inferiores corresponderam a mais da metade dos procedimentos cirúrgicos (56,2%), senda a posição vertical (60,37%) a mais encontrada. Os casos de acidentes e/ou complicações totalizaram 10,47% dos procedimentos, sendo a hemorragia (2,38%), as fraturas radiculares (1,90%) e as fraturas da tuberosidade maxilar (1,90%) as mais encontradas. Outros acidentes/complicações encontrados foram deiscência de sutura (1,45%), comunicação buco-sinusal (0,95%), parestesia (0,95%), alveolite (0,47%) e infecção (0,47%). CONCLUSÕES: a inexperiência do cirurgião não pôde ser considerada como um fator determinante para o aumento das taxas de acidentes e complicações em exodontias dos terceiros molares, tendo em vista a semelhança dos resultados deste trabalho com estudos desenvolvidos por cirurgiões experientes. É importante salientar a necessidade do conhecimento por parte dos alunos dos tratamentos mais adequados para os diferentes acidentes e complicações encontradas.

The aim of this work is to demonstrate accidents and complications rates on third molars surgeries performed by senior dentistry students. METHODS: a restrospective study of 122 patient charts submitted to third molars surgeries was done. Patient age, gender, dental in arch position, and accidents/complications were considered with the charts presenting incomplete dates being excluded from study. After all, 88 patients (210 surgeries) were included. RESULTS: the majority of the patients were female (70,47%), with average age of 24 years old. Mandibular molars represented more than half of the surgical procedures (56,2%), with teeth at vertical position the most found (60,37%). The cases of accidents and complications totalized 10,47% of all performed procedures, being bleeding (2,38%), root fractures (1,90%) and maxilar tuberosity (1,90%) the most found. Suture dehiscence (1,45%), oro-antral comunications (0,95%), paresthesia (0,95%), alveolitis (0,47%) and infection (0,47%) were also observed. CONCLUSIONS: surgeons inexperience was not considered a determinant factor to modify the rates of accidents and complications at third molars surgeries when compared to previous works developed by experienced surgeons. Is important to highlight the necessity of the students knowledge of the most adequate treatments of each of the accidents and complications.

Tratamento de fraturas indesejáveis durante cirurgia ortognática: relato de dois casos clínicos / Treatment of undesirable fractures during ortognatic surgery: report of two clinical cases

O presente trabalho tem como objetivo relatar dois casos clínicos de fraturas indesejáveis durante a osteotomia sagital do ramo mandibular. Em ambos os casos após detecção das fraturas indesejáveis, prosseguiu-se com a separação total dos cotos proximais e distais, bloqueio intermaxilar e fixação interna rígida com placas e parafusos do sistema 2.0. No pós-operatório de 18 meses os pacientes não apresentaram défices sensoriais e mantiveram relação oclusal estável. No acompanhamento radiográfico não se notou mudanças de posicionamento das placas e parafusos, bem como havia bom posicionamento dos côndilos nas suas respectivas cavidades articulares. Houve muitas modificações da Osteotomia sagital do ramo mandibular desde a técnica proposta por Trauner e Obwegeser (1957), e também diferentes modalidades de tratamento foram apresentadas 57 na literatura para o tratamento das fraturas indesejáveis. No presente artigo os autores demonstraram duas modalidades de tratamento com bons resultados pós-operatórios.

We report two cases of unfavorable segment fracture during a sagittal split osteotomy procedure. In both cases, the undesirable fractures were conducted until its stabilization and fixation with bone plates and screws. The radiographic follow up period are demonstrated without alterations to the screws and plates planned position, with good occlusal relationship and no sensorial deficit. There have been many modifications of the Sagittal Split Osteotomy technique since Tauner and Obwegeser proposed it in 1957, with different treatment modalities been shown in specific literature to solve the bad split situation. In this paper the authors demonstrated two of these techniques with good post-operative results.