Dental traumatology : official publication of International Association for Dental Traumatology
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Citation analysis helps to identify the research trends within a research field and helps to identify the most frequently occurring parameters. The aim of this study was to identify the 100 most-cited articles in the field of dental, oral, and maxillofacial traumatology over the past 64 years. ⋯ The list of most-cited articles in the field of dental, oral, and maxillofacial traumatology gives a good scientometric picture of trauma research in the world. A large number of the most-cited articles are mainly from the field of dental traumatology and originate from a few research teams.
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The purpose of this retrospective study was to determine the outcomes of traumatized teeth treated in a pediatric emergency department. ⋯ After receiving emergency dental care in the emergency department, 43% of the teeth presented for follow-up dental care and only 22% were followed up for greater than 6 months. Emergency department treatment translated to successful retention of teeth in 58% of the cases with documented follow up. Severe periodontal injuries resulted in treatment complications.
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Maxillofacial injuries comprising hard tissue as well as soft tissue injuries can be associated with traumatic brain injuries due to the impact of forces transmitted through the head and neck. To date, the role of maxillofacial injury on brain injury has not been properly documented with some saying it has a protective function on the brain while others opposing this idea. ⋯ Patients with maxillofacial injuries with or without facial fractures are at risk of acute or delayed traumatic brain injury. All patients should always have proper radiological investigations together with a proper observation and follow-up schedule.
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The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and multislice computed tomography (MSCT) in diagnosing factitious fractures in maxillofacial region as well as to investigate the influence of field of view (FOV) size on the interpretation of maxillofacial fractures in CBCT. ⋯ CBCT with small FOV had higher diagnostic accuracy in detecting simulated maxillofacial fractures than MSCT. However, additional evidence based on in vivo studies is needed to confirm the superiority of CBCT on MSCT in diagnosis of maxillofacial traumatic fractures.
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Hospital emergency departments (ED) are confronted with triaging and managing dental emergencies of both traumatic and non-traumatic origin. However, the literature suggests that there exists inadequate knowledge of the management of traumatic dental injuries (TDI) among medical professionals who must be knowledgeable and have the appropriate resources needed to triage or treat patients presenting with TDI. ⋯ Based on the findings from this study, educational campaigns must be undertaken to improve both the resources available to the ED, and the knowledge of physicians regarding emergency management of TDI. In addition, efforts should be made by local dental organizations to provide ED with lists of dentists who are knowledgeable and willing to be available 24 h day⁻¹ to consult with and, if necessary, treat TDI. These efforts would enhance the long-term outcomes for patients sustaining dental trauma who present to hospital ED.