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Advanced Technologies in Oral Surgery

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Dentistry and Oral Sciences".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 May 2024 | Viewed by 959

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Dr. Aida Meto

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1. Department of Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Aldent, 1007 Tirana, Albania
2. Clinical Microbiology, School of Dentistry, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 41125 Modena, Italy
Interests: dental
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

I cordially extend my invitation for you to contribute your valuable research and work to our Special Issue on "Advanced Technologies in Oral Surgery" in the journal Applied Sciences! You are welcome to contribute original scientific papers, reviews, short communications, and case reports.

This Issue highlights advancements in surgical techniques, including minimally invasive methods, robotic-assisted surgery, and digital planning systems. These innovations enhance precision, patient comfort, and recovery speed. We also delve into the world of biomaterials, exploring their vital role in implantology, prosthetics, and tissue regeneration, all contributing to successful reconstructive procedures and dental implants. Collaboration across medical disciplines is central to modern healthcare. This Special Issue underscores the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork involving oral and maxillofacial surgeons, dentists, medical specialists, and researchers. This collaboration offers a holistic perspective on oral and maxillofacial health and its impact on overall well-being. Furthermore, our SI addresses the specific challenges and considerations when it comes to pregnant patients requiring oral and maxillofacial surgical interventions. We emphasize a patient-centered approach, focusing on the well-being of both the expectant mother and unborn child. Our SI is a dedicated space to display the newest advancements and innovations in oral and maxillofacial surgery, focusing on the point where cutting-edge research, technology, and practice come together to improve patient care, surgery results, and the field's overall progress.

I look forward to receiving your insightful contributions and sharing your expertise with our readers. Together, we can continue to advance the field and ensure the highest standards of patient care!

Dr. Aida Meto
Guest Editor

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Applied Sciences is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • oral surgery
  • surgical techniques
  • biomaterials
  • implantology
  • maxillofacial reconstruction
  • anesthesia
  • pain management
  • 3D printing
  • regenerative medicine
  • minimally invasive surgery
  • robotic surgery
  • digital planning
  • tissue engineering
  • dental implants
  • interdisciplinary collaboration
  • patient care
  • pregnancy
  • surgical innovation
  • technological innovations
  • case studies
  • clinical insights
  • oral health

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Enhancing Surgical Outcomes via Three-Dimensional-Assisted Techniques Combined with Orthognathic Treatment: A Case Series Study of Skeletal Class III Malocclusions
by Monica Macrì, Abdulaziz Alhotan, Gabriella Galluccio, Ersilia Barbato and Felice Festa
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(8), 3529; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/app14083529 - 22 Apr 2024
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(•) Orthognathic surgery is a necessary procedure for the correction of severe skeletal discrepancies, among which are skeletal Class III malocclusions. Currently, both conventional fixed braces and clear aligners can be used in orthognathic surgery. However, the use of clear aligners remains a [...] Read more.
(•) Orthognathic surgery is a necessary procedure for the correction of severe skeletal discrepancies, among which are skeletal Class III malocclusions. Currently, both conventional fixed braces and clear aligners can be used in orthognathic surgery. However, the use of clear aligners remains a little-chosen option. The present study aimed to evaluate the skeletal and aesthetic improvements in adults with Class III malocclusion after surgical treatment and compare the results achieved by fixed appliances versus clear aligners. The study sample included four patients (three males and one female, aged 18 to 34 years) with skeletal Class III malocclusion, three of whom underwent a bimaxillary surgery and one of whom underwent only a bilateral sagittal split osteotomy. Two patients were treated with fixed appliances and two with clear aligners. The pre- and post-surgical hard and soft tissue cephalometric measurements were performed and compared for each patient and between fixed appliances and clear aligners. One year after surgery, all patients showed an essential modification of the face’s middle and lower third with an increase in the convexity of the profile and the Wits index and a reduction in the FH^NB angle. No differences were noted between fixed appliances and aligners. Therefore, thanks to the 3D-assisted surgery associated with orthodontics, every participant achieved proper occlusal function and an improved facial aesthetics. In addition, the clear aligners can be considered a valid alternative for pre- and post-surgical orthodontic treatment. Full article
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Impact of Single-Session Intraoral and Extraoral Photobiomodulation on Pain Control after Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molar: A Pilot Study
by Gianluca Tenore, Ahmed Mohsen, Daniele Pergolini, Michele Le Rose, Alessandro Del Vecchio, Gaspare Palaia, Federica Rocchetti, Paolo Junior Fantozzi, Gian Marco Podda and Umberto Romeo
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(8), 3268; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/app14083268 - 12 Apr 2024
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This study aims to evaluate the impact of a single session of intraoral and extraoral photobiomodulation (PBM) on controlling pain and improving a patient’s daily activities following surgical extraction of the impacted mandibular third molar, using combined three wavelengths: “445 nm, 660 nm, [...] Read more.
This study aims to evaluate the impact of a single session of intraoral and extraoral photobiomodulation (PBM) on controlling pain and improving a patient’s daily activities following surgical extraction of the impacted mandibular third molar, using combined three wavelengths: “445 nm, 660 nm, and 970 nm”. A pilot study was conducted on 22 patients undergoing extraction of an impacted mandibular third molar. The patients were randomly divided into two groups: (1) The Test Group consisted of patients subjected to immediate postoperative PBM. The extraoral PBM parameters were power = 550 mW and spot area = 5 cm2, while the intraoral parameters were power = 200 mW and spot area = 2 cm2. (2) The Control Group consisted of the patients not subjected to PBM. For all the patients, the pain was evaluated via a Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) on day 0, day 1, day 3, and day 7 after surgical intervention. The patient’s daily activities were evaluated on day 7 via a custom-made questionnaire. A statistically significant difference was observed between groups in the pain NRS scores on day 0 (p = 0.022), day 1 (p = 0.047), and day 7 (p = 0.028). No significant difference was found on day 3 (p = 0.153). A marginal statistical significance was observed with the number of painkillers taken (p = 0.054). No significant difference was observed with the questionnaire score (p = 0.206). This pilot study showed a significant reduction in postoperative pain on days 0, 1, and 7 with a single session of intraoral and extraoral PBM. However, the number of painkillers taken and the scores of the daily activities questionnaire did not show statistical significance despite the observed better results in patients subjected to PBM. Full article
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