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Abdominal Thrust Maneuver
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<p>The abdominal thrust maneuver, also known as the Heimlich maneuver, is used to treat upper airway obstructions caused by foreign bodies. This maneu ...
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Abuse and Neglect
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<p>Abuse and neglect refer to the actions or inactions of an individual's caregiver or parent inflicting physical, sexual, or emotional harm on the in ...
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Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis
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Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) is a rapidly destructive, non-communicable microbial disease of the gingiva in the context of an impair ...
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Acyclovir
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Acyclovir is an agent used to treat infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Acyclovir is FDA-approved to treat genital herpes and HSV enc ...
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Adrenal Crisis
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<p>Adrenal crisis, or Addisonian crisis, is a severe, life-threatening endocrine emergency resulting from acute adrenal insufficiency. It has a substa ...
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Adverse Drug Reactions
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<p>Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are unwarranted and unintended responses to medications that can range from mild to severe and occasionally pose life ...
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Alveolar Osteitis
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Alveolar osteitis, commonly known as "dry socket," is a self-limiting condition that is one of the most common complications following dental extracti ...
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Ameloblastoma
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Ameloblastomas are rare, odontogenic tumors derived from odontogenic ectoderm. Ameloblastomas represent about 1% of all jaw tumors, but they are the s ...
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Amoxicillin
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<p>Amoxicillin is a widely utilized beta-lactam antimicrobial drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in the primary care ...
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Amoxicillin Clavulanate
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<p>Amoxicillin-clavulanate is an antibiotic commonly used in emergency departments and primary care offices worldwide. This drug combination offe ...
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Anaphylaxis
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<p>Anaphylaxis is an acute, life-threatening hypersensitivity disorder defined as a generalized, rapidly evolving, multi-systemic allergic reaction. A ...
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Angiotensin Receptor Blockers and HCTZ Combination Drugs
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<p>Systemic hypertension is a condition that poses a significant risk of complications for patients with cardiovascular disease and contributes signif ...
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Angular Chelitis
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<p>Angular cheilitis describes an inflammatory skin process of variable etiology occurring at the labial commissure, the angle of the mouth. It is usu ...
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Ankyloglossia (Tongue-Tie)
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Ankyloglossia, also known as tongue-tie, is a condition that impairs tongue movement due to a restrictive lingual frenulum. Multiple specialties withi ...
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Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Dental and Oral Surgery Practice
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<p>Infectious endocarditis can be challenging to treat and often causes significant sequelae. Antimicrobial prophylaxis is given in certain situations ...
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Anticoagulation Safety
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<p>Millions of patients rely on oral anticoagulants to decrease the risk of ischemic stroke and other thromboembolic events, underscoring the imp ...
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Apical Periodontitis
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Apical periodontitis is the local inflammation of the periapical tissues that originate from pulp disease. It may occur due to the advancement of dent ...
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Aspiration Risk
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<p>Aspiration is common, even in healthy patients. Aspiration can have significant morbidity and mortality in certain circumstances. It is categorized ...
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Avulsed Tooth
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<p>Dentoalveolar trauma injuries are caused by an external impact on the teeth, palate, mandible, maxilla, and gingiva. These injuries can result in a ...
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Back Safety
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<p>Low back pain (LBP) is common among healthcare professionals with prevalence of low back pain among health care workers being greater than among th ...
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Bacterial Endocarditis
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Bacterial endocarditis refers to infection of the endocardial surface of the heart. It usually involves heart valves, but it can occur on the endocard ...
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Bacterial Infections of the Oral Mucosa
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Bacterial lesions of the oral mucosa can originate anywhere in the oral cavity and are usually the first sign of the condition. In the initial phase, ...
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Behcet Disease
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Behcet disease was first described in 1937 by Hulusi Behçet from Istanbul, who described three patients with oral and genital ulcerations, uveitis, an ...
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Benign Chronic White Lesions of the Oral Mucosa
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<p>White lesions discovered upon routine oral examination can range from benign processes to invasive malignancies. It is prudent for the clinician to ...
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Benzodiazepine Toxicity
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Since the 1960s, with the development of chlordiazepoxide and shortly thereafter diazepam, benzodiazepines quickly became popular medications secondar ...
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Benzodiazepines
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<p>Benzodiazepines are a category of medications that exert their effects on benzodiazepine receptors in the central nervous system. Certain benzodiaz ...
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Biologic, Chemical, and Radiation Terrorism Review
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<p>Terrorism is the intentional use of indiscriminate violence to create fear and terror as a means to achieve an ideological, financial, religious, o ...
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Bisphosphonate Related Jaw Osteonecrosis
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Bisphosphonates are synthetic pyrophosphate analogs used to treat hypercalcemia secondary to bone resorption conditions such as malignancy, osteoporos ...
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Blood Product Safety
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<p>Transfusion of blood products is one of the most commonly performed clinical procedures in healthcare today. Blood product safety has been an impro ...
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Bruxism Management
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<p>Bruxism, characterized by involuntary rhythmic contractions of the masseter muscles and excessive teeth grinding, is a commonly overlooked yet sign ...
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Bupivacaine
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Bupivacaine is a potent local anesthetic with unique characteristics from the amide group of local anesthetics. Local anesthetics are used in regional ...
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Buprenorphine and Naloxone
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<p>Buprenorphine-naloxone is a combination medication used in the management and treatment of opioid use disorder, defined by a strong motivation to o ...
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Burning Mouth Syndrome
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<p>Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is characterized by burning pain in normal-appearing oral mucosa lasting at least four to six months. The condition is ...
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Cancer of the Oral Mucosa
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<p>Cancer of the oral mucosa originates from the mucosa lining of various structures within the oral cavity, including the lips, cheeks, teeth, gums, ...
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) comprises a group of interventions performed to provide oxygenation and circulation to the body during cardiac arr ...
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Cheilitis
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<p>Cheilitis is an inflammation of the lips. It may be acute or chronic, involving the vermilion and/or surrounding skin of one or both lips. It is a ...
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Cheilitis Granulomatosa
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Cheilitis granulomatosa (CG) is a rare granulomatous disorder characterized by a recurrent firm swelling of one or both lips. This is called the cheil ...
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Child Abuse and Neglect
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<p>The World Health Organization (WHO) defines child maltreatment as “all forms of physical and emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, ...
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Child Physical Abuse and Neglect
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<p>Approximately one in four children experience child abuse or neglect in their lifetime. Of maltreated children, 18 percent are abused physically, 7 ...
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Child Sexual Abuse and Neglect
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<p>Sexual abuse of children is the involvement of children or adolescents in sexual activities that he or she does not fully comprehend and can includ ...
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Cicatricial Pemphigoid
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Cicatricial pemphigoid is a rare, chronic autoimmune blistering disorder which can produce scarring. It can affect the skin, the mucous membranes, or ...
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Cleft Lip
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Cleft lip deformity is one of the most common congenital deformities, and management requires an interprofessional approach to address the physical cl ...
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Cleft Palate Repair
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<p>Cleft palate and cleft lip with cleft palate are commonly-encountered conditions with multiple etiologies. Cleft palate repair aims to reconstruct ...
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Colon Cancer
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<p>Colorectal cancer is an increasingly important public health problem in the United States and worldwide. Colorectal cancers have the highest i ...
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Comprehensive Review of Bioterrorism
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<p>Bioterrorism involves the deliberate release of bioweapons to cause death or disease in humans, animals, or plants. Biological weapons may be devel ...
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Conscious Sedation in Dentistry
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Conscious sedation is a technique whereby patients undergo a drug-induced depression of their consciousness but retain the ability to self-ventilate, ...
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Cultural Competence in the Care of Muslim Patients and Their Families
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<p>Muslims constitute large portions of populations in many countries, both Muslim-majority and otherwise. Muslims are considered to be the fastest-gr ...
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Deep Neck Infections
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<p>Deep neck infections affect the neck's cervical spaces and can rapidly progress to life-threatening complications, making them a significant health ...
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Dental Abscess
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<p>Dental infections, while relatively straightforward regarding diagnosis and access, can be challenging to manage acutely. Dental abscesses or peria ...
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Dental Alginate Impressions
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<p>Alginate is an irreversible hydrocolloid material that can reproduce soft and hard tissue details when in the presence of water. Therefore, it is t ...
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Dental Caries
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<p>Dental caries is a common chronic infectious resulting from tooth-adherent cariogenic bacteria, primarily <em>Streptococcus mutans</em>, which meta ...
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Dental Caries Classification Systems
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<p>Dental caries is one of the most prevalent human diseases, and more than 97% of the world population will be affected in their lifetime. The pathog ...
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Dental Caries Diagnostic Testing
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<p>To provide the most accurate and efficient treatment, dental practitioners utilize various diagnostic tests. A visual-tactile examination allows fo ...
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Dental Cone Beam Computed Tomography
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Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is a new technology recently introduced and evolved into dentistry. The need for 3-dimensional (3D) images has ma ...
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Dental Emergencies
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<p>While there are numerous dental-related patient complaints and clinical diagnoses, healthcare providers must be able to recognize and treat dental ...
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Dental Fluorosis
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Dental fluorosis is a common condition that can affect both the primary and permanent dentition. It is a chronological hypomineralization caused by ex ...
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Dental Impression Materials
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<p>Impression materials are used to copy the teeth and surrounding oral structures by creating a dental impression poured with dental plaster to fabri ...
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Dental Infections
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<p>This activity is designed to provide healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills to effectively evaluate and manage dental infecti ...
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Dependent Personality Disorder
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<p>Dependent personality disorder describes a pervasive pattern in which individuals have an excessive need to be taken care of and are submissive, ne ...
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Deucravacitinib
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<p>Deucravacitinib is a targeted treatment for patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who qualify for systemic therapy or phototherapy. Thi ...
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Developmental Disturbances of the Teeth, Anomalies of Number
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Developmental disturbances in teeth can result in various clinical presentations, one of them being a change in the number of teeth present in the pri ...
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Developmental Disturbances of the Teeth, Anomalies of Shape and Size
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<p>Disturbances during normal dentition development can lead to a wide spectrum of anomalies in tooth size and shape, including microdontia, macrodont ...
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Developmental Disturbances of the Teeth, Anomalies of Structure
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Developmental disturbances in teeth can result in different clinical presentations, one being a change in the structure of teeth which may present in ...
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Diet and Nutrition to Prevent Dental Problems
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Dental caries occur when the demineralization of the enamel exceeds its demineralization capacity. Dental caries is a dynamic process that involves su ...
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Drug-Induced Gingival Overgrowth
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<p>Drug-induced gingival overgrowth (DIGO) is a condition characterized by an excessive enlargement of the gingival tissues due to the adverse events ...
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EBV Positive Mucocutaneous Ulcer
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<p>Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)–positive B-cell lymphoproliferative disorders include a range of conditions, from benign, self-limiting diseases to ...
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Elder Abuse
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<p>Elder abuse comes in many forms, including physical, psychological, and sexual abuse, as well as less obvious forms, such as financial exploitation ...
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Endodontic Materials Used To Fill Root Canals
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<p>Root canal therapy is performed to remove affected dental pulp tissue, clean and disinfect the root canal system, and ultimately seal the canal sys ...
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Excessive Gingival Display
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<p>Modern society emphasizes attractiveness. A well-balanced smile plays a crucial role in self-esteem and social integration. Excessive gingival disp ...
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Facial Implants
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<p>Facial implants enhance aesthetics and correct congenital or traumatic asymmetries. Correctly identifying facial implant indications helps ensure t ...
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Falls and Fall Prevention in Older Adults
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<p>Falls account for one of the most common and serious issues contributing to a disability, especially among elderly individuals. Tinetti et al. in 1 ...
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Florida HIV Safety for Florida Clinical Laboratory Personnel
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<p>Clinical laboratory personnel performs routine tests to diagnose, treat, and prevent various diseases. Duties included collecting and analyzing blo ...
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Frontal Sinus Fractures
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<p>Fractures of the frontal sinus are most commonly seen in the emergency department after motor vehicle accidents (MVAs), falls, assaults, falling ob ...
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Fungal Infections of the Oral Mucosa
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<p>Fungal infections are commonly encountered in the oral and maxillofacial regions. They may present clinically in the oral cavity as a primary infec ...
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Gentamicin
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Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in the treatment of several gram-negative infections. It should be indicated based on patient age, sym ...
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Geographic Tongue
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Geographic tongue is a benign chronic relapsing recurring inflammatory condition of the oral cavity of unknown etiology. This activity reviews the eva ...
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Gingivitis
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Gingivitis is an inflammatory condition of the gingival tissue most commonly caused by bacterial infection. Unlike periodontitis, there is no attachme ...
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Glass Ionomer Cement
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<p>This activity explores glass ionomer cement (GIC), a revolutionary self-adhesive restorative material in dentistry. Comprising fluoro-aluminosilica ...
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Glossectomy
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<p>A glossectomy is a surgical procedure to remove part or all of the tongue, often performed to treat malignant or potentially malignant lesions in t ...
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Glossitis
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Glossitis refers to inflammation of the tongue and has numerous potential etiologies. While most causes are benign or idiopathic, glossitis can be the ...
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Halitosis
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Halitosis is a term coined from the merger of the Latin halitus (breath) and Greek osis (pathological process) to describe a condition that meant an u ...
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Health Screening
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<p>A health screening test is a medical test or procedure performed on members of an asymptomatic population or population subgroup to assess their li ...
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Hemifacial Spasm
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<p>This comprehensive course covers hemifacial spasm (HFS), a neurological disorder characterized by paroxysmal, involuntary twitching of facial muscl ...
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Hemophilia A
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<p>Hemophilia encompasses a group of inherited disorders that alter blood coagulation. Classical hemophilia, also known as hemophilia A, is a heredita ...
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Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
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Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a severe complication that can occur in patients exposed to any form or amount of heparin products. A fall i ...
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HIV and AIDS
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<p>Clinical prevention of HIV and AIDS is the cornerstone of controlling the global HIV pandemic, which has claimed over 40.4 million lives ...
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HIV-2 Infection
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<p>Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-2 is an enveloped retrovirus causing human infection, similar to HIV-1, and is primarily endemic to West Africa. ...
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Human Trafficking
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<p>Human trafficking, a human rights violation, is a pressing public health concern that transcends all races, social classes, demographics, and gende ...
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Hypothermia
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<p>Hypothermia occurs when the body dissipates more heat than it absorbs or creates, resulting in failure to maintain homeostasis and proper bodily fu ...
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Implicit Bias
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<p>Implicit bias is the attitude or internalized stereotypes that unconsciously affect our perceptions, actions, and decisions. These unconscious bias ...
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Inappropriate Medical Abbreviations
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<p>Use of medical abbreviations in medicine is not new. Since the development of mainstream medicine nearly 200 years ago, abbreviations have been use ...
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Infection Control
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<p>Infection control refers to the policy and procedures implemented to control and minimize the dissemination of infections in hospitals and other he ...
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Inferior Alveolar Nerve and Lingual Nerve Injury
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<p>The inferior alveolar and lingual nerves provide sensation to the structures of the lower face, including the teeth, skin, and oral mucosa. Injurie ...
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Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block
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The inferior alveolar nerve block involves the injection of a local anesthetic solution near the area of the mandibular foramen and the entry of the n ...
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Informed Consent
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<p>Informed consent is a cornerstone of medicine, ensuring ethical treatment decisions and patient-centered care. Patients have the right to make ...
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Infraorbital Nerve Block
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<p>A regional nerve block is a targeted method for providing analgesia and is performed by injecting local anesthetic medication near specific nerves ...
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Internal Tooth Whitening
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<p>Internal tooth whitening is a conservative and cost-effective procedure designed to manage nonvital tooth discoloration. This procedure offers an a ...
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Laboratory Evaluation of Coagulopathies
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<p>Laboratory evaluation of coagulopathy involves specialized tests to study impaired blood clotting, which can lead to excessive bleeding or thrombos ...
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Lichen Planus Erosive Form
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<p>Erosive lichen planus (ELP) is a variant of lichen planus which involves chronic and painful ulceration of the skin and mucosal surfaces. ELP is th ...
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Lidocaine
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<p>Lidocaine is a tertiary amine class Ib antiarrhythmic agent primarily administered for local and topical anesthesia. In addition to ...
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Lifestyle Prevention Measures for the Clinic Visit
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<p>Lifestyle medicine is a developing specialty of medicine where certified healthcare providers, primarily primary care physicians, focus on health p ...
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Linear IGA Dermatosis
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Linear immunoglobulin A bullous dermatosis (LABD), also known as linear immunoglobulin A dermatosis or linear immunoglobulin A disease, is a relativel ...
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Local Anesthesia Techniques in Dentistry and Oral Surgery
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When used in dentistry, local anesthesia involves the injection of an anesthetic solution adjacent to the nerves that provide sensation to a region of ...
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Local Anesthetic Toxicity
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<p>Local anesthetics are commonly used in most medical and dental practices. While adverse effects are rare, the rising prevalence of local anesthetic ...
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Ludwig Angina
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<p>Ludwig angina is life-threatening cellulitis of the soft tissue involving the floor of the mouth and neck. Ludwig angina involves 3 compartments of ...
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Lymphangioma
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Lymphangiomas are uncommon, benign malformations of the lymphatic system that can occur anywhere on the skin and mucous membranes. Lymphangiomas can b ...
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Mandible Body Fracture
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The fracture of the body of the mandible accounts for almost 11% to 36% of all the mandibular fractures. This activity describes the evaluation and ma ...
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Mandible Dislocation
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<p>Temporal mandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation, or mandibular dislocation, can present as bilateral or unilateral displacement of the mandibular condy ...
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Mandible Fracture
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Mandible is one of the most commonly fractured facial bone and is frequently seen in the emergency department. This activity reviews the anatomy of th ...
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Mandible Osteoradionecrosis
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<p>Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) of the mandible is a severe iatrogenic disease of devitalized bone caused by radiation therapy of oral and oropharyngeal c ...
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Measles
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<p>Measles, also known as rubeola, is a preventable, highly contagious, acute febrile viral illness. It remains an important cause of global mortality ...
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Melanoma of the Head and Neck
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<p>Melanoma is a malignant tumor produced from malignant transformation of melanocytes. This can be sporadic or arise from a preexisting premalignant ...
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Mental Nerve Block
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<p>The mental nerve supplies sensation to the lower lip, buccal mucosa, and skin of the chin ventral to the mental foramen. Mental nerve blocks allow ...
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Meperidine
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<p>Meperidine is a synthetic opioid in the phenylpiperidine class, primarily used for the treatment of moderate-to-severe pain. This medication is ava ...
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Metronidazole
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Metronidazole is one of the mainstay drugs for the treatment of anaerobic bacterial infections, protozoal infections, and microaerophilic bacterial in ...
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Mononucleosis
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Mononucleosis classically presents with fever, lymphadenopathy, and tonsillar pharyngitis. The term infectious mononucleosis was first used in the 192 ...
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Mucocele and Ranula
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Mucoceles and ranulas result when there is a disruption of the flow of secretions of the salivary glands mostly due to trauma and present as asymptoma ...
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Nasopharyngeal Cancer
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<p>Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a distinct subtype of head and neck cancer. Originating in the nasopharynx, this condition presents unique characterist ...
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Neck Abscess
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<p>Neck abscesses in the deep neck tissues are challenging to diagnose and manage due to the complex anatomy of the neck, which contains vital vessels ...
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Necrotizing Periodontal Diseases
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Necrotizing periodontal diseases (NPDs) encompass necrotizing gingivitis (NG), necrotizing periodontitis (NP), necrotizing stomatitis (NS), and in ext ...
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Needlestick
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<p>Needlestick injuries are frequent occurrences in healthcare settings and can lead to serious complications. While the introduction of universal pre ...
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New York State Child Abuse, Maltreatment, and Neglect
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<p>The World Health Organization (WHO) defines child maltreatment as “all forms of physical and emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, ...
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New York State Infection Control
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<p>Infection control refers to the policy and procedures implemented to control and minimize the dissemination of infections in hospitals and other he ...
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Nitrous Oxide
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Nitrous oxide is an odorless, colorless, non-flammable gas. While nitrous oxide is not flammable, it will support combustion to the same extent as oxy ...
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Non-Odontogenic Cysts
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Non-odontogenic cysts arise from tissue not involved in tooth formation. While uncommon, these lesions can be encountered by many health professionals ...
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Non-Odontogenic Tumors of the Jaws
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Non-odontogenic tumors of the jaw are rare pathologies that can often be overlooked, resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. They cover a vast r ...
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Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
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<p>NSAIDs are a class of medications used to treat pain, fever, and other inflammatory processes. This activity describes the indications, mechanism o ...
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Occupational Injuries and Workers' Compensation Management Strategies
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<p>An occupational injury describes any type of injury or illness that occurs to a patient as related to his or her specific occupational demands or r ...
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Odontogenic Cysts
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<p>Odontogenic cysts are frequently identified on routine examinations with head and neck imaging such as orthopantomograms and computed tomography (C ...
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Odontogenic Orofacial Space Infections
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Odontogenic and orofacial infections are rare but important sequelae of dental infections. Dental care and the evaluation, treatment, and follow-up of ...
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Odontogenic Tumors of the Jaws
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Odontogenic tumors are quite uncommon lesions. It can be either derived from odontogenic ectoderm or ectomesenchyme. It should always be considered as ...
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Oral Candidiasis
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Oral candidiasis is an infection of the oral cavity by Candida albicans. The condition is generally obtained secondary to immune suppression, which ca ...
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Oral Cutaneous Fistula
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<p>Oral cutaneous fistula (OCF) is a rare extraoral path of infection that communicates the oral cavity and the skin. Chronic dental infections, traum ...
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Oral Hemangiomas
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Oral hemangiomas are benign tumors that develop in and around the oral cavity due to endothelial cell proliferation. The majority of oral hemangiomas ...
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Oral Leukoplakia
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Oral leukoplakia is a white patch or plaque that develops in the oral cavity. The condition is potentially malignant and is strongly associated with t ...
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Oral Lichen Planus
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<p>Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic T-cell mediated inflammatory disease that affects the oral mucosa. It is characterized by periods of symptoma ...
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Oral Management of Patients Undergoing Radiation Therapy
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<p>Radiotherapy is a widely used treatment modality for managing carcinomas in the head and neck region, either alone or combined with chemotherapy. A ...
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Oral Melanoacanthoma
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Oral melanoacanthoma is a rare, benign, and clinically suspicious appearing lesion that may perplex the unsuspecting clinician. It varies in clinical ...
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Oral Melanoma
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Oral melanoma is a very rare malignancy that progresses rapidly and proves to be particularly aggressive. The clinical aspect of oral melanoma is vari ...
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Oral Mucosal Lesions, Immunologic Diseases
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<p>Mucosal lesions of the oral cavity are common and encompass a broad range of conditions. Many of these disease processes are immune-mediated o ...
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Oral Mucositis
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Oral mucositis is a severely debilitating condition characterized by erythema, edema, and ulcerations of the oral mucosa. It is a complication of radi ...
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Oral Surgery Suturing
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Surgical closure of wounds is a process that has been performed with needles and thread since prehistoric times. The goal then and now is to re-approx ...
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Oral Surgery, Biopsies
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<p>The hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity are frequent sites of benign and malignant pathology. Diagnosing oral cavity lesions frequently requir ...
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Oral Surgery, Extraction of Mandibular Third Molars
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<p>Mandibular third molars are often closely associated with the inferior alveolar nerve, which supplies sensation to the lower face. Temporary paraes ...
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Oral Surgery, Extraction of Roots
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Retained dental roots arise most commonly due to prior dental extraction procedures, during which they are intentionally or unintentionally left behin ...
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Oral Surgery, Extraction of Teeth
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The extraction of teeth is one of the fundamental treatments provided by dentists. Dental extractions may be simple (i.e., non-surgical) in nature, or ...
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Oral Surgery, Extraction of Unerupted Teeth
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<p>Unerupted teeth occur when a tooth fails to emerge through the gum as expected, often due to factors like impaction, malocclusion, or pathologic co ...
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Oral Surgery, Instruments
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<p>Oral surgical procedures involve the use of numerous instruments. Each has its specific use, and multiple instruments are often required during a s ...
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Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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<p>Oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, commonly known as throat cancer or tonsil cancer, is a type of head and neck cancer that refers to the cance ...
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Orthodontics, Cephalometric Analysis
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<p>Cephalometric analysis involves evaluating lateral skull radiographs taken using cephalostats. This analysis is primarily used to determine skeleta ...
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Orthodontics, Malocclusion
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Malocclusion often develops when a child begins transitioning into mixed dentition. Malocclusion can cause speech problems, difficulty eating, changes ...
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OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards
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<p>Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can lead to serious disease. Health care workers and support staff are at in ...
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Overview of Periodontal Surgical Procedures
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<p>This continuing medical education (CME) activity delves into the intricate landscape of periodontal diseases, emphasizing the role of periodontal s ...
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Pain Management Medications
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<p>Analgesics are medications used in the management and treatment of pain. They include several classes of medications (acetaminophen, nonsteroidal a ...
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Palatal and Gingival Cysts of the Newborn
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<p>Epstein pearls, Bohn nodules, and gingival cysts of the newborn (dental lamina cysts) are peculiarly similar lesions that have been confused and in ...
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Pamidronate
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Pamidronate is a medication used in the management and treatment of moderate or severe hypercalcemia of malignancy, moderate to severe Paget disease o ...
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Parental Consent
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<p>Physicians and medical researchers have a moral and legal obligation to obtain informed consent. Informed consent must include the patient being co ...
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Parotid Cancer
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Salivary gland tumors are characterized by diverse histological appearances and variable biological behavior. The distinction between tumor types can ...
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Parotidectomy
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<p>Parotidectomy, the surgical removal of the parotid gland, is a complex procedure with diverse indications, including inflammatory conditions, infec ...
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Pathologic Manifestations of Smokeless Tobacco
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Smokeless tobacco use can result in a variety of different pathological processes manifesting within the oral cavity. These lesions are discussed thro ...
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Patient Rights and Ethics
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<p>Patient rights are a subset of human rights. The concept of human rights refers to minimum standards for the ways persons can expect to be treated ...
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Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated With Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS)
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<p>Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) and the broader category of pediatric acute-onset ...
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Pediatric Facial Trauma
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<p>Pediatric facial trauma includes blunt and penetrating trauma to the structures of the face in patients ages less than 18 years. This article prima ...
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Pemphigus Vulgaris
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<p>Pemphigus vulgaris is a rare autoimmune disease that causes blistering on cutaneous and mucosal surfaces. As the most prevalent type of pemphigus, ...
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Pennsylvania Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting
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<p>Healthcare providers in Pennsylvania must adhere to the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law (CPSL), 23 Pa.C.S. Chapter 63 (relating to child ...
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Pericoronitis
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<p>Pericoronitis is a localized, intraoral soft tissue infection commonly associated with erupting lower third molars. Prompt diagnosis and treatment ...
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Periodontal Abscess
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Periodontal abscesses are a common and painful dental emergency resulting from bacterial accumulation or foreign body impaction in periodontal pockets ...
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Perioral Dermatitis
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Perioral dermatitis is a benign eruption that occurs most commonly in young, female adults, consisting of small inflammatory papules and pustules or p ...
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Peritonsillar Abscess
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<p>Peritonsillar abscesses are localized collections of pus in peritonsillar space between the tonsillar capsule and superior constrictor muscle. Sinc ...
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Phenytoin
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<p>Phenytoin is a medication used in the management and treatment of epilepsy, generalized tonic-clonic seizures, complex partial seizures, and status ...
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Physical and Chemical Lesions of the Oral Mucosa
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<p>Physical and chemical lesions of the oral cavity are frequently identified during routine examinations. Common causes include continuous exposure t ...
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Pierre Robin Syndrome
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Pierre Robin sequence is a constellation of micrognathia, glossoptosis, and upper airway obstruction. It is a clinical diagnosis that can range in sev ...
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Pleomorphic Adenoma
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Pleomorphic adenoma, the most common salivary gland tumor, is also known as benign mixed tumors (BMT's), because of its dual origin from epithelial an ...
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Preexposure Prophylaxis for HIV Prevention
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<p>Preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is highly effective in preventing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and is an essential tool for decreasing HIV tra ...
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Pregnancy Medications
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The treatment of common medical conditions during pregnancy frequently becomes complicated due to the potential effects that medications can have on f ...
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Premalignant Lesions of the Oral Mucosa
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Premalignant lesions of the oral cavity encompass a broad range of pathology and are often comorbid in a variety of patient populations. Prompt diagno ...
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Prescription of Controlled Substances: Benefits and Risks
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<p>One of the most difficult challenges for any prescriber is distinguishing between the legitimate prescription of controlled substances versus the p ...
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Preventing Cross Infection in the Dental Office
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<p>In the dental setting, infectious agents can be transmitted by inhalation, injection, ingestion, or contact with mucosa or skin. Infection preventi ...
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Prevention of Opportunistic Infections in HIV/AIDS
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<p>HIV/ AIDS patients with a low CD4 count have decreased humoral and cellular immunity, predisposing them to opportunistic infections. These diseases ...
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Pyogenic Granuloma
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<p>Pyogenic granuloma, sometimes known as granuloma pyogenicum, refers to a common, acquired, benign vascular tumor that arises in tissues such as the ...
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Remineralization of Initial Carious Lesions
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Dental caries is the most prevalent chronic disease worldwide. The condition courses its early stages silently. The first clinical sign is a white spo ...
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Retrognathia
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Retrognathia is a term used to describe a mandible that is posterior to and behind where it should be when viewed from a lateral vantage point. Retrog ...
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Root Cause Analysis and Medical Error Prevention
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<p>The term "medical error" encompasses diverse events that vary in magnitude and can potentially harm the patient. According to the 2019 World Health ...
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Serotonin Syndrome
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<p>Serotonin syndrome, also known as serotonin toxicity, poses a significant clinical challenge due to its potentially life-threatening nature and div ...
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Sexual Harassment and Prevention Training
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<p>Sexual harassment is a pervasive issue in workplaces, including academic medicine and healthcare facilities. Legislation exists to combat this unac ...
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Sialolithiasis
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<p>Sialolithiasis is the most frequent cause of salivary gland swelling, affecting the major salivary glands: parotid, submandibular, and sublingual g ...
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Sjogren Syndrome
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Primary Sjogren syndrome is a systemic autoimmune disorder commonly presenting with dryness involving the eyes and mouth due to inflammation and resul ...
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Stability in Mandibular Denture
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<p>In an individual's life, teeth play an indispensable role as their loss may affect not only the function but also the aesthetics. The success of th ...
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Stainless Steel Crowns in Primary Dentition
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<p>It has been documented that full coronal coverage improves the structural integrity of the tooth and the longevity of the restoration in primary te ...
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Streptococcal Pharyngitis
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<p>Streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly known as "strep throat," is a bacterial throat infection caused by <em>Streptococcus pyogenes</em> (group A str ...
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Stroke Prevention
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<p>There is a significant overlap between the risk factors accounting for cardiovascular events and cerebrovascular events. The INTERHEART study looke ...
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Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis Prophylaxis
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<p>Infective endocarditis is an infection of the heart's endocardial surfaces involving one or more heart valves. The incidence of infective endocardi ...
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Syphilis
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<p>Syphilis is a systemic, bacterial infection caused by the spirochete <em>Treponema pallidum</em>. Due to its many protean clinical manifestations, ...
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Targeted Temperature Management
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<p>Targeted temperature management aims to reduce mortality and improve neurological outcomes in unresponsive patients who achieve ROSC after cardiac ...
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Temporomandibular Syndrome
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Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) refers to a group of conditions involving the orofacial region divided into those affecting the masticatory muscles a ...
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Tetracycline
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Tetracyclines (tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, tigecycline) are a class of medication used to manage and treat various bacterial infections. T ...
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The Importance of Cultural Competence in Pain and Palliative Care
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<p>Managing pain is often a challenge for health professionals. This is compounded when the patient in pain is dying. Living in an ethnically and cult ...
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The Role of Fluoride on Caries Prevention
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Although dental caries is the most common disease affecting 60-90% of the population worldwide, it is a non-communicable disease that is preventable i ...
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Tongue Cancer
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Tongue cancer is one of the most common sites of head and neck malignancy. Smoking, drinking alcohol, and, more recently, human papilloma virus infect ...
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Tongue Laceration
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<p>The tongue is a muscular organ that plays a central role in a person’s ability to communicate and to experience food via taste, chewing and s ...
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
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According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, a tonsillectomy is a “surgical procedure performed with or without adenoide ...
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Tooth Fracture
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<p>Tooth fractures typically result from traumatic injuries to the teeth and surrounding oral structures. Common clinical features include sensitivity ...
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Trauma to the Primary Dentition
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Traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) are common and can have significant long-term consequences for both the hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. Thi ...
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Trismus
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<p>Trismus is commonly referred to as lockjaw and is usually due to sustained tetanic spasms of the muscles of mastication. Although it was initially ...
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Viral Infections of the Oral Mucosa
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<p>The oral cavity is particularly susceptible to the manifestations of viral illnesses. The clinical aspects of viral lesions and the possible causat ...
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Von Willebrand Disease
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<p>Von Willebrand disease is a bleeding disorder caused by the qualitative or quantitative deficiency of the pro-von Willebrand factor. Affected peopl ...
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Warthin Tumor
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<p>Warthin tumor is a relatively frequent and benign neoplasm of the major salivary glands. Histologically, it is characterized by a dense lymphoid st ...
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Wound Closure Techniques
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<p>Wound management is an essential part of emergency medicine practice. The clinicians care for wounds ranging from minor and simple lacerations or a ...
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Xerostomia
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<p>Xerostomia is defined as the sensation of oral dryness. Patients usually report mouth dryness, oral burning, swallowing difficulty, and decreased o ...
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Zygomatic Arch Fracture
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<p>The zygomatic arch, formed by contributions from the temporal bone and the zygoma, plays a pivotal role in both the midface structural integrity an ...
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