Objectives: The purpose of this study was to find out whether mandibular bone tissues on dental panoramic tomograms (DPTs) are statistically significantly different between osteoporotic and non-osteoporotic women. We wanted develop a simple method common DPT analysis that could represent simple, inexpensive readily available screening tool for osteoporosis. Methods: images 36 women with primary osteoporosis were compared 20 the same age group. Scanned DPTs analysed using public computer...

To use 3-dimensional (3D) facial averages to test the hypothesis that morphologies of 2 European white groups (Slovenia and Wales) have no differences.Fifty males 50 females from Wales 43 44 Slovenia were included in study. Subjects ranged 18 30 years age. Four subgroups formed: Slovenian (SM), (SF), Welsh (WM), (WF). 3D data acquired using a laser scanning system. An average face for each subgroup was obtained previously validated mathematical algorithm. Facial differences quantified after...

The immune system has a known role in the aetiology, progression and final treatment outcome of oral squamous cell cancers. aim this study was to evaluate influence radical surgery radiotherapy on advanced carcinoma blood counts, lymphocyte subsets levels acute inflammatory response markers. Blood samples were obtained from 56 patients 5 days before 10 after surgery, 30 1 year radiotherapy. whole count, markers (C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, leukocyte expression index...

The aim of this study was to quantify gender-specific facial characteristics in younger and older adults determine how aging body characteristics, such as height body-mass index (BMI), influence sexual dimorphism.The cohort included 90 Caucasian origin (average age 45 females 23.2 ± 1.9 males 23.7 2.4 years) 49 78.1 8.1 41 74.5 7.7 years). Three-dimensional scans were performed with an Artec MHT 3D scanner. data analyzed using the software package Rapidform®. parameters evaluate symmetry,...

In various immunopathologic conditions, bacterial flora induce an immune response which results in inflammatory manifestations, e.g. periapical granuloma. Dendritic cells provide the main orchestration of specific responses. The aim our study was to test capacity distinct oral antigens (prepared from Streptococcus mitis, Propionibacterium acnes , and Bacteroides spp.) prime human dendritic for stimulation T‐lymphocyte response. To assess response, expression CD25, CD69, intracellular...

Abstract Background Slovenia has a high burden of head and neck cancer. Patients are mostly treated with surgery followed by radiation therapy. Advanced surgical prosthodontic techniques have expanded the rehabilitation options. The aim study was to review outcome implant-prosthetic treatment after methods Twenty irradiated cancer patients who received removable implant-supported denture at University Medical Centre Ljubljana were included in study. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis, Cox...

The abnormal facial features in maxillary transverse deficiency (MTD) are minimal and limited to a of the middle third, narrow nares nasal base, deepened nasolabial folds. surgical expansion maxilla has most obvious effects on widening dental arch palatal structures plane, however sagittal changes also occurs. purpose this observational study was evaluate three-dimensional (3D) soft tissue following surgically assisted rapid (SARME).In 15 skeletally mature patients with severe deficiency,...

Facial ageing is a result of superficial wrinkling combined with changes to the underlying soft tissues and skeleton. The influence tooth loss, as geriatric characteristic, on facial appearance still poorly explained. aim was evaluate characteristics older adults, correlate these dentition make comparisons young adults using non-invasive 3D methodology.90 participants than 65 years, classified into 3 subgroups (edentulous, partially edentulous, toothed) 30 were evaluated. Their faces scanned...

The size of the tongue is implicated as an essential etiological factor in development malocclusions. aim our study was to assess skeletal Class III (SCIII) patients comparison adults with normal occlusion, using three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound.The SCIII group consisted 54 subjects; 34 females and 20 males control contained 36 subjects, 18 from each gender I relationship. 3D ultrasound images tongues were acquired, then tongues' volumes assessed.The both groups had significantly larger...

Accelerated radiation therapy protocols address the specific biology of aggressive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma and this approach was applied in 5 feline 3 canine patients where surgery not possible (4/5 2/3 cases) or declined (1/5 1/3 cases). A protocol using 14 fractions 3.5 Gy over 9-days, combined with carboplatin chemotherapy as a radiosensitiser (total dose 180 mg/m2 300 resulted complete tumor response most cases 3/3 acceptable acute long-term side effects. Results achieved...

Skeletal anterior open bite (AOB) or apertognathism is characterized by the absence of contact teeth and affects articulation parameters, chewing, biting voice quality. The treatment AOB consists orthognatic surgical procedures. aim this study was to evaluate effects on quality, nasality in speech with respect skeletal changes. prospective; 15 patients were evaluated before after surgery. Lateral cephalometric x-ray parameters (facial angle, interincisal distance, Wits appraisal) measured...

Objectives To evaluate the facial characteristics of edentulous older adults who underwent rehabilitation using complete dentures, and to compare them with dentate individuals. Background Edentulism dentures aims restore occlusion aesthetics. Materials Methods The study included 102 participants needing prosthodontic 30 a natural dentition (aged >65). 3D scans were performed an Artec optical scanner. Superficial landmarks identified, 16 parameters calculated. Regional analysis...

Background.The aim of our study was to evaluate the influence surgery and radiotherapy advanced oral squamous cell carcinoma on complete blood count, body mass index (BMI), acute inflammatory response, liver enzymes expression CD64 leukocytes in peripheral blood.Patients method.Venous obtained from 16 patients with carcinomas treated radical external beam radiotherapy.Blood samples were collected prior (T1), after (T2) (T3).Blood analyzed for whole immunoglobulin G levels, (transaminases...

Abstract: Background: The purpose of this study was to find a three - dimensional (3D) ultrasound technique for tongue volume estimation, compare male and female groups the correlation between body characteristics. Methods: 3D performed within group 14 men 18 women with norm-occlusion. collected data were analysed by annexed software estimated. repeatability as well intra- inter-rater agreement determined calculating intra-class coefficient. Student t-test used determine if there significant...

Abstract: Background: The purpose of this study was to find a three - dimensional (3D) ultrasound technique for tongue volume estimation, compare male and female groups the correlation between body characteristics.Methods: 3D performed within group 14 men 18 women with norm-occlusion. collected data were analysed by annexed software estimated. repeatability as well intra- inter-rater agreement determined calculating intra-class coefficient. Student t-test used determine if there significant...