Viral Infections of the Mouth
Viral infections of the oral cavity represent a significant proportion of conditions encountered in dental, medical, and oral medicine practice. The mouth serves as both an entry point and a reservoir for numerous viruses due to its constant exposure to the external environment, rich vascular supply, and complex mucosal immune system. Oral viral infections can […]
Bacterial Infections of the Mouth
The oral cavity is a complex anatomical and ecological environment that hosts a diverse microbiota. While many microorganisms exist in a commensal or symbiotic relationship with the host, disruptions in local or systemic immunity can allow pathogenic bacteria to cause disease. Bacterial infections of the mouth represent a significant component of oral medicine and are […]
Minor Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
Pre-prosthetic surgery refers to surgical procedures carried out on the oral hard and soft tissues with the aim of improving the foundation for a dental prosthesis. These procedures are not performed for disease management alone, but rather to enhance comfort, stability, retention, and function of dentures or other prosthetic appliances. Among these procedures, minor pre-prosthetic […]
The Maxillary Antrum
The maxillary antrum, more commonly referred to as the maxillary sinus, plays a crucial role in dentistry and oral surgery due to its close anatomical and functional relationship with the maxillary teeth. Its proximity to the posterior maxillary dentition makes it particularly vulnerable during dental extractions and other surgical procedures. Pathology of the maxillary antrum […]
Benign Tumours of the Mouth
Benign tumours of the mouth represent a diverse group of lesions that arise from the various tissues found within the oral cavity and jaws. Although benign, these tumours can cause significant morbidity due to local invasion, facial deformity, interference with mastication, speech, and aesthetics, and in some cases, difficulty in diagnosis due to overlapping clinical […]
Cysts of the Jaws
Cysts of the jaws represent a significant group of pathological lesions commonly encountered in dental and maxillofacial practice. They are often discovered incidentally on routine radiographic examination, yet they may also present with symptoms ranging from painless swelling to infection, pain, and pathological fracture. Understanding the origin, diagnosis, classification, and management of jaw cysts is […]