Rocío Vidales-Miranda, Gustavo Adolfo Fiori-Chíncaro, Ana María Agudelo-Botero, Jhoana Mercedes Llaguno-Rubio
{"title":"[Use of current imaging tools for the study of odontogenic myxoma. A review of the literature].","authors":"Rocío Vidales-Miranda, Gustavo Adolfo Fiori-Chíncaro, Ana María Agudelo-Botero, Jhoana Mercedes Llaguno-Rubio","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-1002-2022-107","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-1002-2022-107","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Odontogenic myxoma (OM) is currently classified as a benign tumor of ectomesenchymal origin, observed between the second and fourth decade of age, with a predilection in women and predominance in the mandibular region, composed of rounded and angular cells embedded in an abundant myxoid stroma, of aggressive biological behavior, having the characteristic of being locally infiltrative. Tumor cells spread in the intratrabecular space beyond the bone limit, making it difficult to determine the edge of the tumor, even without cortical continuity, presenting intermittent direct contact with soft tissue; the appearance can be unilocular (small lesions), or commonly the typical image is that of a destructive lesion with poorly defined borders with a multilocular growth pattern, for which the use of advanced medical images such as Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CTHC), Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), are useful to establish an adequate diagnosis with the ability to point out the characteristics of OM with precision and three-dimensional perspective. This review presents a systematic analysis of the types of imaging tools currently used for the study of OM.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"10 2","pages":"e107"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10880719/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139933205","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dentigerous cyst and the importance of early detection. report of a pediatric case.","authors":"Olger Jesús Benavides-Guzmán, Alejandro Pineda Méndez, Yalil Augusto Rodríguez-Cárdenas, Arón Aliaga-Del Castillo, Gustavo Armando Ruíz-Mora","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-1002-2022-111","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-1002-2022-111","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Dentigerous cysts are a common cystic pathology that develop between the first and third decade of life and are mainly associated with impacted or erupted mandibular third molars followed by maxillary canines and maxillary third molars. These kinds of cysts are the result of the proliferation of enamel epithelium after its formation, the pathogenesis of which is not clear. Few of these cysts have been reported in pediatric patients. The following case report presents the rare occurrence of a dentigerous cyst in a 6-year-old boy and describes the treatment administered.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"10 2","pages":"e111"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10880702/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139933206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Paul Josep Saavedra Gonzales, Miguel Angel Cabrera Iberico
{"title":"[In vitro study of the effect of three commercial solvents on gutta-percha cones used for the cold and thermoplastic technique].","authors":"Paul Josep Saavedra Gonzales, Miguel Angel Cabrera Iberico","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-1002-2022-104","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-1002-2022-104","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The objective of this research was to compare the solvent action of orange oil, eucalyptol and experimental lemongrass oil on gutta-percha cones for cold technique and thermoplastic technique.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>The sample consisted of 80 gutta-percha cones No. 80 Endomedic and F3 ProTaper Universal. The cones were divided into 4 groups (n = 20) according to the type of solvent, and each one was divided into two subgroups (n = 10) according to the exposure time (5 min and 10 min). The cones were immersed in the respective solvent for 5 or 10 minutes. Then, they were washed with 5 ml of alcohol for 5 minutes and rinsed with water. Finally, after drying at room temperature for one hour, the solvent action was recorded in grams (g) of weight loss. The results were analyzed and compared using Tukey's test (p<0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The Endomedic cone exposed for 5 min to eucalyptol obtained the lowest average weight (0.0625 ± 0.0009 g), followed by Lemongrass oil (0.0629 ± 0.0003 g) and orange oil (0.0629 ± 0.0010 g), although not a significant difference (p > 0.05) was found between each one.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The experimental solvent of Lemongrass, eucalyptol and orange oil presented a similar solvent effect on the guta-percha cone for cold and thermoplastic technique. At a clinical level, the three solvents studied could be used in endodontic retreatment as alternative solutions with a similar solvent effect.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"10 2","pages":"e104"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10880700/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139933237","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Braulio Rafael Rojas Reyna, María Isabel Ramírez Prado, Norma Idalia Orozco Orozco, Luis Renán Rodríguez Pérez, Ana Alicia Simg Alor, Víctor Manuel Quirarte Echavarría
{"title":"[Diagnostic and treatment alternatives for the correction of facial asymmetries: a literature review].","authors":"Braulio Rafael Rojas Reyna, María Isabel Ramírez Prado, Norma Idalia Orozco Orozco, Luis Renán Rodríguez Pérez, Ana Alicia Simg Alor, Víctor Manuel Quirarte Echavarría","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-1001-2022-098","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-1001-2022-098","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Facial symmetry refers to a complete coincidence of each facial component on the sagittal plane, while asymmetry refers to the bilateral difference between these components. The presence of perfect bilateral symmetry is almost never present in human, so it is more common for individuals to predominate facial asymmetry. However, this condition can result from functional and esthetic problems. This research seeks to determine the alternatives, diagnosis and ideal treatment plan for the correction of each type of facial asymmetry through orthognathic surgery. For this purpose, a review of articles published between 2015 to date was carried out. Selecting those that were focused on describing or evaluating facial and dentofacial symmetry and asymmetry, type of diagnosis or treatment plan, including clinical cases. The Google search engine, SciELO and databases of medical interest, such as PubMed, PMC and Medigraphic were used. According to the research and treatments carried out during the last few years in the dental clinic, it has been proven that orthognathic treatment accompanied by previous planning is the best option for the management of skeletal facial asymmetries.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"10 1","pages":"e098"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-03-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10880717/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139933236","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jessica Paola Rojas Saldívar, Juan Antonio Díaz Suyo
{"title":"[Color stability of acrylic teeth immersed in a pigmenting solution].","authors":"Jessica Paola Rojas Saldívar, Juan Antonio Díaz Suyo","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-082","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-082","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The objective of this study was to compare the color stability of acrylic teeth immersed in a pigmenting solution.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An experimental <i>in vitro</i> study was carried out in 40 acrylic teeth from two commercial companies which were immersed in coffee and distilled water (control). The teeth were divided into 4 groups of 10 teeth each: Group-1 (Duratone-n® teeth immersed in distilled water), Group-2 (Duratone- n® immersed in coffee), Group-3 (Ivostar® teeth immersed in distilled water) and Group-4 (Ivostar® teeth immersed in coffee). The specimens were immersed in the respective solutions for 10 minutes a day for a period of 14 days. Finally, the samples were stored in an incubator at a constant temperature of 37 ° C. The color was recorded at two time-points (baseline time and at 14 days) using the Vita Easyshade® V spectrophotometer. The results were analyzed using the Stata 14 program.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Ivostar® teeth immersed in coffee (2.24) and distilled water (2.88) showest the highest ∆E values compared to Duratone-n® teeth immersed in coffee (1.53) and distilled water (1.60).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>After exposure to coffee, the Duratone-n® brand teeth presented greater color stability compared to those of the Ivostar® brand.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"9 4","pages":"e082"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10919790/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140094699","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jorge Luis Becerra-Heredia, Gustavo Adolfo Fiori-Chíncaro, Ana María Agudelo-Botero
{"title":"[Flebolites in the maxillofacial region: a challenge for imaging diagnosis. A review].","authors":"Jorge Luis Becerra-Heredia, Gustavo Adolfo Fiori-Chíncaro, Ana María Agudelo-Botero","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-086","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-086","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Vascular alterations or disorders of the blood and / or lymphatic vessels have their own characteristics, the identification of calcifications being a correct parameter to be able to make a proper diagnosis. The objective of the study was to describe the radiographic characteristics of the phleboliths, and whether they represent a challenge for diagnosis. according to the literature reviewed in the Medline (PubMed) database, Scielo, Google Scholar and some specialized journals. Phleboliths were found to have very particular radiographic characteristics, with concentric radiolucent and radiopaque images that resemble rings. However, not all the presentations are similar, this makes the diagnosis misleading with other calcifications in this region, such as sialoliths where their appearance is usually similar. Furthermore, there is the relationship with vascular anomalies and hemangiomas. finally, the evidence points to very specific characteristics of this lesion, and it is necessary to individualize each case, due to the differences that exist from one patient to another.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"9 4","pages":"e086"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10919838/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140094700","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alexandra J Aquino-Valverde, Datfne Milagros Barrientos-Sanchez, Katherine Joselyn Atoche-Socola
{"title":"Orthodontic treatment in impacted maxillary canines. A review of the literature.","authors":"Alexandra J Aquino-Valverde, Datfne Milagros Barrientos-Sanchez, Katherine Joselyn Atoche-Socola","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-085","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-085","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The prevalence of impacted maxillary canines is 1 to 3%, with approximately 50% of impacted canines causing root resorption of adjacent teeth. If the permanent canine has not acquired its correct position, evaluation by an orthodontist is necessary to determine the most adequate treatment. Surgery and orthodontic treatment are used for the treatment of impacted canines in the maxilla affecting permanent dentition. Selection of the most adequate treatment to achieve the correct position of the canine tooth depends on the position of the canine. This article summarizes the different techniques available and describes their advantages, and cost-benefit considerations. The objective of this literature review is to describe the etiology of impacted maxillary canines and provide an update of the information on orthodontic treatments available for these patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"9 4","pages":"e085"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10919802/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140094702","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"[Esthetic perception of the smile according to gingival exposure in university students in Lima, Peru, 2020].","authors":"Mery Angela Abadíe Miranda, Jocelyn Graciela Lugo-Varillas, Úrsula María Dolores Albites Achata","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-081","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-081","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To determine the esthetic perception of the smile according to gingival exposure in undergraduate university students of dentistry and other degrees of different ages and sex in Lima, Peru 2020, and descriptively evaluate the main variables such as age and sex.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>A woman's smile was photographed following esthetic parameters, digitally modifying gingival exposure and obtaining six digital images. The images were rated by 512 students of dentistry and other degrees by means of a virtual survey using the Visual Analog Scale (values 0 to 10).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The students perceived the 0.5 mm gingival exposure smile as more attractive and the 2.5 mm gingival exposure smile as unattractive. According to age, students aged 18 to 23 years perceived the 0.5 mm gingival exposure smile as more attractive and the 2.5 mm gingival exposure smile as less attractive, while students aged 24 to 29 years perceived the 1 mm gingival exposure smile as more attractive and the 2 mm gingival exposure smile as unattractive. According to gender, both found the 0.5 mm gingival exposure smile more attractive and the 2.5mm gingival exposure smile unattractive.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>University students of dentistry and other degrees had the same perception of the smile in relation to gingival exposure, with a smile of 0.5 mm gingival exposure being considered attractive and the 2.5 mm smile unattractive. Younger students considered the smile with 0.5 mm gingival exposure more pleasant. Students of both sexes had the same esthetic perception of the smile.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"9 4","pages":"e081"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10919795/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140095581","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
José Alberto Castillo Páez, Liliber Del Carmen Fajardo de Pérez, Angelo Giovani Moffa Barros
{"title":"[Use of diagnostic modalities for dentofacial imaging in forensic dentistry. Literature review].","authors":"José Alberto Castillo Páez, Liliber Del Carmen Fajardo de Pérez, Angelo Giovani Moffa Barros","doi":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-088","DOIUrl":"10.21142/2523-2754-0904-2021-088","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To describe the use of diagnostic modalities for dentofacial imaging in forensic dentistry.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A scientific search was carried out in the PubMed, Google Academic, and SciELO databases with the keywords \"Dentofacial Imaging\", \"Panoramic Radiography\", \"Lateral Cephalogram\", \"Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)\", \"Digital Radiography\", and \"Forensic Dentistry\". Forty-eight recently dated articles published in English were selected, seeking information to describe the use of diagnostic modalities pertaining to dentofacial imaging in forensic dentistry.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The most relevant diagnostic modalities of dentofacial imaging for forensic dentistry include panoramic radiography, lateral skull radiography, posterior-anterior skull radiography and cone beam computed tomography.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The modalities described, together with morphometric analyses, allow forensic dentists to identify a corpse, estimate age, sex, and even facilitate forensic facial reconstruction for identification purposes.</p>","PeriodicalId":33326,"journal":{"name":"Revista Cientifica Odontologica","volume":"9 4","pages":"e088"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10919827/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140094701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}