A case report: ectopic molars that cause osteomeatal complex obstruction
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Wisdom teeth that erupt in the maxillary sinuses may block sinus drainage. A dentist noted facial distortion in a 42-year-old man during a routine oral examination. A dental x-ray suggested an enlarged right maxillary sinus. The patient was referred to a head and neck surgeon for further evaluation. Skull x-rays revealed two wisdom teeth in the maxillary sinuses. The right wisdom tooth was located just inside the opening of the right maxillary sinus near the nose. It completely blocked sinus drainage, which caused the sinus to enlarge. The left wisdom tooth was at the top of the left maxillary sinus. Explorative surgery revealed dense fluid in the right sinus. Surgeons removed both teeth and created openings between the sinuses and the nasal cavity for drainage. The patient recovered without complications. He reported an increased ability to breathe through his nose at the follow-up appointment.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1995
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Phased-in comprehensive care: a concept and case report
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Phased-in treatment plans for complex dental restorations allows multidisciplinary patient care and flexible treatment, rather than a rigid care scheme mapped out entirely during initial consultation. The first phase may include tooth extractions and removal of decay, with subsequent phases determined as care proceeds. Alternate treatments may be initiated based on the outcome of initial care. An eight-year restoration in a patient illustrates this approach, and includes basic dentistry, periodontic, prostodontic and orthodontic steps.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1998
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The altered cast impression technique revisited: case report
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A dentist describes the use of the altered cast impression for creating a removable partial denture (RPD). This technique results in an extension base RPD that creates a more favorable environment in the mouth. It was first described in 1937 using reversible hydrocolloid, but any impressionable material can be used. Advantages of the method include improved distribution of stress, decreased food impaction, decreased movement of natural teeth around the denture, and preservation of other structures in the mouth.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1999
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