In this article, we briefly descirbe the definition, theories, diagnosis and treatment of Amniotic Band Syndrome, which is complex disorder of fibrous amniotic bands that entrap the neonates limbs during development which eventually leads to deformity or amputation of that limb. Amniotic Band Syndrome
Author: Dr. Mohsen Saeed Ozaibi
In this article, we briefly describe the disabilities associated with cleft lip and/or palate. Disabilities Associated with cleft lip and palate Improper nutrition In case of cleft palate: Cannot suck due to absence of negative pressure in oral cavity. Food Escape through the nasal cavity. Impaired masticatory function due to missing teeth and malocclusion. This malnutrition and debilitation will effect the general health. Swallowing In case of Cleft palate (both soft and Hard Palate) Fluid and food will regurgitate into the nasal cavity. Esthetics In case of Cleft lip and/or in hard Palate Cause a distorted abnormal facial appearance and…
In this video by Azhar University, They give a complete tutorial guide on how to prepare an anterior tooth for a all ceramic crown. All Ceramic Tooth Preparation
In this article, we briefly describe the major reason for removal of a fixed Prostheses (including crows, bridges, posts…etc), the possible scenarios indicating removal and methods used to remove them. Removal of Fixed Prostheses Removal of the prosthesis is really unpleasant to both the patient and doctor because removal needs force which will lead to trauma, cutting, torque, torsion and bending to the abutment .In addition, There is a great possibility of damaging the abutments and surrounding tissue during removal of fixed prosthesis. Thus, the most important goal during removal of the fixed prosthesis is preserving the abutment structure and integrity. [divider scroll_text=””] Reasons of Removal…
In this article, we explain the diffrent Velum positions that help perform the different plato-pharyangel mechanisms. Plato-pharyngeal Mechanism The Velum is The soft palate (also known as velum or muscular palate) is, in mammals, the soft tissue constituting the back of the roof of the mouth. The soft palate is distinguished from the hard palate at the front of the mouth in that it does not contain bone.[divider scroll_text=””] Relaxed position of the velum Required for normal breathing from both the oral and nasal pathway. The velum is dropped downwards to keep the naso-pharynx and oro-pharynx opened. Closures of the oral cavity Required to permit the exit of air through the nasal cavity…
In this article, we state in order of which teeth should be chosen for orthodontic extraction , the reasons for that choice and advantages. Candidates of Orthodontic Extractions Premolars “Premolar extraction” provides about 8 mm of space per quadrant and is the accepted way to provide space in order to relieve crowding, retract incisors that are too protruded and to move the molars mesially.[divider scroll_text=””] First Premolar Advantages The most commonly extracted tooth, because of its Central position in each quadrant, thus it is always near the site of crowding. It can be replaced by the 2nd premolar (same shape,…
In this article we explain briefly about orthodontic extractions, reasons, factors and different type of extractions. Orthodontic Extractions Extractions of teeth are defined as painless removal of the teeth from their sockets. Reasons To relieve crowding: this is done when the dental arch (teeth) is too big to fit into the basal arch without irregularities , thus its needed to extract teeth to reduce the size of the dental arch to fit the basal arch properly. (In mild cases of crowding we can do stripping and expansion instead of extraction. Correction of Antero-posterior dental arch mal-relation: mal-relation is similar in…
In this Article, We present you the best videos to help you understand Head and Neck Anatomy to pass the National Dental Board Exam part 1. Head and Neck Anatomy Video by Acland’s, I don’t sponsor piracy and for those who actually intend to buy it, click here. The videos were Removed due to copyrights, sorry!