The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) forms a complex functional system with teeth, bones, connected muscles and ligaments. Any discomfort in any of these structures directly affects the joint. The complaints are mostly pain, malocclusion and swelling.Temporomandibular joint tumors are very uncommon but show symptoms similar to intra-articular disorders that make up most of these disorders. The most common TMJspecific benign tumors are classified after a brief literature review. Our classification also includes the osteoma of the TMJ, other than World Health Organization's (WHO) classification of soft tissue and bone tumors. This benign tumor was also included in the classification because of its higher frequency in the literature. The treatment of these neoplasms may be conservative or radical surgery.
Objective. This case report presents 3-year follow-up of a case of nonsyndromic multiple supernumerary teeth (NSMST) with 11 supernumerary teeth, 2 of which showed subsequent formation. Case Report. A 10-year-old girl was referred to the dental clinic with the chief complaint of delayed eruption. Radiographic examination showed 9 retained supernumerary teeth. The treatment plan consisted of extraction of the supernumerary teeth and associated primary teeth in order to allow the permanent teeth to erupt. After 2 years of follow-up, 2 additional supernumerary teeth were observed. Conclusion. Regular follow-up for late forming supernumeraries is crucial for NSMST cases.
Anahtar KelimelerDental; Lokal Anestezik; Epinefrin; Yaşlı; Kan Basıncı Abstract Aim: Dental procedures are often performed under local anesthesia. Vasoconstrictors added to local anesthetics might have unwanted effects in the elderly and in patients with comorbid diseases. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of local anesthetics containing epinephrine on blood pressure in elderly patients undergoing dental procedures. Material and Method: The study included 479 patients (age, 67.37±6.62) who underwent tooth extraction. Patient demographics, current health conditions, and blood pressure values were recorded before local anesthesia and at 5 minutes after anesthesia administration. Patients were divided into 4 groups: Group I (n=272) received 40 mg articaine/0.012 mg epinephrine (Ultracain® D-S Forte); Group II (n=196) received 40 mg articaine/0.01 mg epinephrine (Maxicaine FORT); Group III (n=6) received 40 mg articaine/0.006 mg epinephrine (Ultracain® D-S); and Group IV (n=5) received 40 mg articaine/0.005 mg epinephrine (Maxicaine). Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 20.0. Results: A total of 479 patients were included in the analysis. Hypertension and diabetes were the most frequently reported comorbidities among these patients. Blood pressure values after administration of anesthesia were higher than those recorded before the procedure in all groups. Discussion: Local anesthetics containing epinephrine are not associated with a significant increase in blood pressure in elderly patients undergoing dental procedures. Obtaining a detailed clinical history may reduce the risk of procedure-related morbidity.
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