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1. Avoiding Osteoradionecrosis - The Dental Surgeo's Nightmaren.

Author

Roszalina R, Chai WL, Ngeow WC, and Roslan AR

Subjects
Head and Neck Neoplasms, Humans, Bone and Bones, Osteoradionecrosis
Abstract

Osteoradionecrosis is a severe debilitating complication; it may occur from radiotherapy to the bones. It is a dental surgeon's nightmare as it may be long standing and difficult to manage. Osteoradionecrosis is characterised by hypoxia, hypocellularity and hypovascularity of the affected tissue. This paper reviews osteoradionecrosis in relation to dental treatment.

Published
2002

2. Understanding the dental need and care during pregnancy: a review.

Author

Ngeow WC and Chai WL

Subjects
Female, Fluorides therapeutic use, Humans, Pregnancy, Radiography, Dental, Tooth Diseases diagnostic imaging, Dental Care, Pregnancy Complications prevention & control, Pregnancy Complications therapy, Tooth Diseases prevention & control, Tooth Diseases therapy
Abstract

This paper reviews the oral and dental lesions that are seen during pregnancy. Trimester approach should be adopted in the management of the pregnant patients. A good dental preventive programme is essential. The significance of prescribing fluoride supplements and the use of dental radiography during pregnancy is also briefly reviewed.

Published
1999

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