Evaluation of Surface EMG in Masticatory, Sternomastoid, and Trapezius Muscles among Smartphone Users with Varying Duration of Mobile Usage: An Observational Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: The overuse of smartphones can cause and trigger painful musculoskeletal conditions due to the derangement of muscle function. This study aimed to investigate the impact of daily smartphone usage on the surface electromyographic activity of the masticatory, sternomastoid, and trapezius muscles as there is limited research in this area.

Materials And Methods: A total of 120 young adult smartphone users were categorized into three groups based on their daily duration of mobile usage.

Clinically Guided Virtual Surgical Planning for Zygomatic Repositioning in Post-Traumatic Residual Deformities: A Technical Note.

Background: The zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC) is essential for midface contour and width. If untreated or delayed, ZMC fractures can lead to deformities that restrict function and impair aesthetics. These deformities result from shifts in bone position and the masseter muscle's downward pull on fractured segments, causing elongation at the frontozygomatic (FZ) region and exacerbated by soft tissue fibrosis.

Comparison of efficacy and safety between palonosetron and ondansetron to prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing non-laparoscopic surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.

Background And Aims: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a common and distressing complication in all types of surgeries involving general anaesthesia. To establish evidence for best clinical practices, this meta-analysis compares the efficacy and safety of palonosetron and ondansetron in preventing PONV in patients undergoing non-laparoscopic surgeries.

Methods: A PRISMA-guided systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted in PubMed, Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, and Cochrane Library to identify comparative studies that reported the efficacy (nausea and vomiting) at postoperative time points, namely T1 (0-2 hours), T2 (0-6 hours), T3 (12-24 hours), T4 (24-48 hours), and T5 (24-72 hours), as well as safety (number of incidence of adverse effects).

Comparison of efficacy and safety between palonosetron and ondansetron to prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a prevalent and distressing complication, especially in laparoscopic surgeries. This review compares the efficacy and safety of palonosetron and ondansetron in preventing PONV after laparoscopic surgery.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted in PubMed, Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, and Cochrane Library to identify comparative studies that reported the efficacy (nausea and vomiting) at three postoperative time points T1 (0-2 hours), T2 (2-6 hours), T3 (6-24 hours) and safety (incidence of adverse effects).

Sub-Sigmoid Osteotomy for Transoral Removal of Ectopic Tooth From Mandibular Ramus and Sigmoid Region.

Purpose: This study proposes a novel intraoral approach combined with sub-sigmoid osteotomy to effectively and safely remove of ectopic third molar teeth without complications.

Methods: The procedure included a sub-sigmoid osteotomy to expose and remove the ectopic tooth, followed by fixation of the osteotomized coronoid with titanium plates. Preoperative cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was used for precise tooth localization.

A Novel Minimally Invasive and Cost-Effective Internal Fixation of the Le Fort I Fracture by Using Intermaxillary Fixation Screw and Wire: A Technical Note.

Introduction: Le Fort I fractures represent a significant proportion of craniofacial trauma, often occurring alongside other injuries to the craniomaxillofacial region. Management options include open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) or skeletal suspension, each with its limitations and considerations.

Material and Methods: This technical note presents a novel technique for managing isolated Le Fort I fractures using intermaxillary fixation (IMF) screws, offering a minimally invasive alternative to ORIF.

Evidence-based management of isolated dentoalveolar fractures: a systematic review.

Dentoalveolar (DA) trauma, which can involve tooth, alveolar bone, and surrounding soft tissues, is a significant dentofacial emergency. In emergency settings, physicians might lack comprehensive knowledge of timely procedures, causing delays for specialist referral. This systematic review assesses the literature on isolated DA fractures, emphasizing intervention timing and splinting techniques and duration in both children and adults.

Throat packing via nasopharyngeal airway for severe trismus cases requiring surgical intervention under general anesthesia: A simplified and innovative approach.

Throat packing is essential in oral and maxillofacial surgeries to prevent blood and tissue debris aspiration, reducing postoperative complications. Traditional oral route methods are often inadequate, especially in severe trismus cases like Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF), TMJ Ankylosis, and post-traumatic conditions due to limited mouth opening. This study introduces a novel technique using a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) for throat packing.

Ayurvedic and herbal plaque control agents in gingivitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Since the effectiveness of ayurvedic and herbal plaque control agents in reducing plaque in gingivitis is inconsistent across multiple trials, we conducted a study to evaluate their overall effect on dental plaque index (PI), gingival index, and bacterial colony counts (CC) of debris in gingivitis patients.

Materials And Methods: We searched major electronic biomedical databases (PubMed/Medline, CAM-QUEST®, EBSCOhost, Google Scholar, EMBASE, Scopus, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials) from August 2004 to August 2021 for randomized control trials on gingivitis using ayurvedic, herbal plaque control agents, and oil pulling therapy as interventions. We grouped comparable outcome parameters of similar products and estimated the standard mean difference (SMD) for pooled effect size with 95% confidence intervals (CI) using RevMan 5.

Correction of Facial Asymmetry due to Different Complex Mandibular Pathologies by Aesthetic Surgical Procedures: A Case Series and Assessment of Quality of Life Following Corrective Surgeries.

Background: A numerous diseases may result in facial asymmetry, one of them is the presence of any condylar pathology. Patients with such condylar pathology resulting in facial asymmetry have a functional, aesthetic and psychological impact on them. The present study aims to identify the effect of corrective surgeries of such cosmetic deformities on the quality of life of the patients.

Oral manifestations, risk factors and management strategies of COVID-19 associated mucormycosis in tertiary care hospital.

Background: Mucormycosis (black fungus) is an aggressive, life-threatening infectious disease-causing infiltration and by destroying the surrounding bone and soft tissue through vascular thrombosis and subsequent tissue infarction that may reach the brain with fatal complications. Its outbreak has been assessed around the clock during the recent pandemic as post COVID-19 sequelae.

Aims: To assess the risk factors, oral signs and symptoms, investigations, treatment and rehabilitation strategies amongst COVID-19 associated mucormycosis patients in a tertiary care hospital.

A screw and wire assisted coronoidectomy procedure: A technical note.

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis and oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) often exhibit elongated hyperplastic coronoid processes with fibrous attachments to the temporalis muscle. In managing this condition, a vital step involves performing a coronoidotomy or coronoidectomy alongside the primary surgical procedure. While coronoidectomy is preferable due to reattachment issues, its complexity arises from the thickened and elongated coronoid process.

Histopathologic spectrum and clinical correlation of lesions of jaw - a series of 60 cases.

Odontogenic tumors have the potential for the development of malformations of the teeth as well as the surrounding tissue. Sound knowledge of various types of jaw lesions and their characteristics will help the clinician with timely measures and management. Our main aim was to study the histopathological nature of various jaw lesions retrieved from biopsies and resected specimens.

Straight lift technique as an alternative to surgical extraction of an intact, partially impacted mesioangular mandibular third molar.

Impacted mandibular third molar removal is the most common procedure performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons. An array of alternative procedures have been suggested, like operculectomy in cases of pericoronitis and coronectomy in certain cases. However, these procedures pose several disadvantages, and we propose a relatively non-invasive 'straight lift technique'.

Clinical outcome following conservative treatment of 58 mandibular ameloblastoma patients: a retrospective study.

The aim of this study was to retrospectively analyze the surgical outcome of the patients with mandibular ameloblastoma (MA) with intact inferior cortex and the lingual cortex of the mandible, treated with conservative management in the form of enucleation with peripheral ostectomy, mechanical curettage, chemical cauterization, dredging, and marsupialization. The patients were included with the diagnosis of MA between the age group of 14 to 60 years with their computed tomography (CT) scans showing intact inferior cortex and the lingual cortex of the mandibular walls. Out of 96 cases of ameloblastoma, 58 (61%) were in mandible and 38 (39%) cases in maxilla.

Modified Temporalis Myofascial Flap for Management of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis: JAIN Technique.

Background: One of the management modalities of temporomandibular joint ankylosis is interpositional gap arthroplasty. The most commonly used interpositioning material is temporalis myofascial flap owing to its close proximity to operating site. However, sometimes this flap becomes insufficient in terms of length.

Is the Use of Intermaxillary Fixation Screws an Alternative to Erich Arch Bars for Maxillomandibular Fixation During Management of Maxillofacial Fractures? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Study Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: Maxillomandibular fixation (MMF) is a step of paramount importance during the management of maxillofacial trauma. Erich arch bars are being used for this purpose for decades but with advances in maxillofacial trauma management, intermaxillary fixation screws came into existence and are being used routinely.

Meta-Analysis to Evaluate the Efficacy of Sternocleidomastoid Muscle Flap as a Reconstruction Modality in Prevention of Frey's Syndrome Following Parotidectomy.

Background: One of the commonest complications following parotidectomy is Frey's syndrome (FS). The use of sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM) flap to prevent FS is controversial. Hence, this study has been designed to compare the effect of SCM flap with no reconstruction in prevention of FS following parotidectomy.

Oral submucous fibrosis in children: an alarming condition and challenges in management.

Oral submucous fibrosis (OSF) is a well-documented potentially malignant condition. It affects most commonly the adult patients of India and Indian subcontinent, only few cases affecting children have been reported in the literature. This paper presents three cases of OSF below the age of 12 years and reviews the aetiology, clinical presentation, treatment modalities in children with improved follow-up results.

Two miniplates versus 3-dimensional plate in the management of mandibular subcondylar fractures: a retrospective analysis.

Purpose: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the outcomes in patients with subcondylar fracture of mandible treated with 2 single miniplates compared to a 3-dimensional (3D) plate.

Patients And Methods: This is a retrospective study which included patients diagnosed and treated for mandibular subcondylar fracture from January 2015 to December 2019. Included patients were divided into two groups, group 1: 2 miniplate group and group 2: 3D plate group.

Horizontal fracture of anterior mandible.

A 33-year-old male patient reported to us with the history of assault. The patient was cooperative and oriented, with no sign of head injury. He was assaulted with an axe over the mandible.

Hemangiopericytoma of meningo-fronto-naso-orbito-maxillary complex.

Hemangiopericytoma (HPC) is a rare vascular tumour and difficult to diagnose clinically. Incidence is reported in fourth to fifth decade of life.With female predominance, 3%-5% cases affect the oral cavity, sinus lining and meninges.

Osteomyelitis of frontal sinus, zygomatic bone and maxilla.

A 52-year male patient reported with loosening of right upper jaw. He has no pain or discharge, or any acute symptoms and systemic disease. Intraoral examination reveals necrosed maxillary bone.

Non-syndromal multiple supernumerary and permanent impacted teeth in mother and her one child.

Multiple permanent impacted supernumerary teeth are rare and are most of the times associated with syndromes. The prevalence for non-syndromic multiple supernumerary teeth is less than 1%. We herein presenting a case of non-syndromic multiple supernumerary impacted teeth in a female patient and her child.

Reconstruction using sternocleidomastoid muscle flap versus posterior belly of digastric muscle flap compared with no reconstruction following superficial parotidectomy.

Introduction: The most common complications following superficial parotidectomy are formation of contour deformity and development of Frey's syndrome. Multiple modalities are being used to prevent these complications. We hereby intend to compare the reconstruction modalities (sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle flap, posterior belly of digastric (PBD) muscle flap) with) No reconstruction (NR) following superficial parotidectomy.