8.22.24 - 👉 Do you have questions about applying to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency 💀 or dental school 🦷? Keep an eye out for my next Q&A session, held on Instagram at the end of every month, for my live & personalized mentoring. This is for YOU 🤜🤛

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8.22.24

Quick Review #211 - #surgery #surgeon #doctorgallagher #oralsurgery #oralsurgeon #omfs #dentist #dentistry #dental #condyle #ORIF #closedreduction

Indications for ORIF (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation):

• Displaced or dislocated fractures, especially those where functional reduction is not possible with closed methods.

• Inability to achieve proper occlusion with closed reduction.

• Cases involving comminuted fractures, where anatomical alignment is crucial.

• Fractures with associated joint dysfunction or those that result in an unstable fracture pattern.

Indications for Closed Reduction:

• Non-displaced or minimally displaced fractures.

• Pediatric cases where preservation of growth potential is critical.

• Cases where patient compliance with postoperative immobilization and physical therapy can ensure successful outcomes.

ORIF Advantages:

• Direct Visualization and Reduction: Provides direct access to the fracture site, allowing for precise anatomical reduction and stabilization.

• Immediate Stability: The use of hardware (plates, screws) ensures immediate and stable fixation, allowing early mobilization and functional recovery.

• Restoration of Anatomy: Better control over the restoration of occlusion and facial symmetry, particularly in complex or displaced fractures.

ORIF Disadvantages:

• Surgical Risks: Higher risk of surgical complications, including infection, facial nerve injury, scarring, and hardware failure.

• Longer Recovery: Typically involves a longer recovery period due to the invasiveness of the procedure.

Closed Reduction Advantages:

• Non-Invasive: Avoids surgical complications such as infection, nerve injury, and scarring.

• Reduced Recovery Time: Less invasive nature often results in a shorter overall recovery time.

• Preservation of Growth Potential: Particularly advantageous in pediatric cases to avoid disruption of condylar growth centers.

Closed Reduction Disadvantages:

• Risk of Malocclusion: Higher risk of inadequate reduction leading to malocclusion or temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

• Delayed Healing: Healing may be less predictable, and prolonged immobilization can lead to joint stiffness and muscle atrophy.

References:

1. Li, Z., & Hua, X. (2013). Displaced left mandibular condylar process lower neck fracture. Non-enhanced axial CT image shows abnormal oblique lie of the left condylar process of the mandible. ResearchGate.

2. Choi, B. H., Yoo, J. H., Lee, S. H., & Kim, H. J. (2001). Comparison of condylar head repositioning in bilateral condylar fracture patients treated with open reduction and closed reduction. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontology, 91(3), 305-309.

3. Miloro, M., Ghali, G. E., Larsen, P. E., & Waite, P. (Eds.). (2022). Peterson’s Principles of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (4th ed.). Springer.

4. ChatGPT.2024

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8.21.24 - 👉 Do you have questions about applying to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency 💀 or dental school 🦷? Keep an eye out for my next Q&A session, held on Instagram at the end of every month, for my live & personalized mentoring. This is for YOU 🤜🤛

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❤️ MOST importantly: THANK YOU for watching and being on my team- I do this for YOU. Mentoring is what got me here, and it is how I’ll help you achieve your dream goals as best I can. You are a MASSIVE part of this journey to me, more than you know 🙌🙏🙌

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8.21.24

Quick Review #210 - #pathology #oralpathology #doctorgallagher #oralsurgery #oralsurgeon #dentist #dentistry #dental #ameloblastoma #plexiform

The Plexiform Ameloblastoma:

Clinical Features:

• Presentation: Typically presents as a slow-growing, painless swelling in the jaw, most commonly affecting the mandible. It can cause facial asymmetry and, in some cases, displacement or loosening of teeth.

• Age and Gender: Often occurs in the third to fifth decades of life with no significant gender predilection.

Radiographic Features:

• Appearance: Radiographically, it appears as a multilocular or unilocular radiolucency. The borders are usually well-defined, often with a “soap bubble” or “honeycomb” appearance.

• Location: Primarily affects the posterior mandible, but can also be found in the maxilla.

Histopathological Features:

• Plexiform Pattern: Characterized by long, anastomosing strands of odontogenic epithelium within a loosely arranged connective tissue stroma. The epithelium is composed of a peripheral layer of columnar or cuboidal cells that resemble ameloblasts with reversed polarity (nuclei positioned away from the basement membrane).

• Stroma: The connective tissue stroma is typically loose, allowing for the characteristic anastomosing pattern of the epithelial strands.

• Basal Cell Layer: Cells in the basal layer are hyperchromatic and may show subnuclear vacuolization, which is a hallmark of ameloblastomas.

Treatment Options:

• Conservative Treatment: Includes enucleation or curettage. This approach is associated with a higher recurrence rate because the tumor’s plexiform pattern tends to infiltrate surrounding bone.

• Radical Treatment: Resection with wide margins is recommended, particularly for larger lesions or those located in areas where recurrence would be particularly problematic. This approach aims to minimize the risk of recurrence.

Factors for Treatment Selection:

• Size and Location: Larger lesions or those in critical anatomical locations (e.g., maxilla, where resection can lead to significant morbidity) may warrant more aggressive treatment.

• Recurrence Risk: Given the higher recurrence rate with conservative treatment, resection is often preferred, particularly in younger patients or when follow-up may be challenging.

References:

1. Gill, J., Kaur, S., & Intern, B. (2016). Plexiform ameloblastoma: A case report. Semantic Scholar. Retrieved from https://lnkd.in/eYQGvr7c

2. Barnes, L., Eveson, J. W., Reichart, P., & Sidransky, D. (2005). World Health Organization Classification of Tumours: Pathology and Genetics of Head and Neck Tumours (3rd ed.). IARC Press.

3. Neville, B. W., Damm, D. D., Allen, C. M., & Chi, A. C. (2022). Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (4th ed.). Saunders.

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8.20.24 from July 2024 Q&A 👉 From the Insta Story Q&A sessions I do at the end of every month- stay tuned for them the last week of the month 🙌

👉 Do you have questions about applying to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency 💀 or dental school 🦷? Keep an eye out for my next Q&A session, held on Instagram at the end of every month, for my live & personalized mentoring. This is for YOU 🤜🤛

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8.20.24 - 👉 Do you have questions about applying to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency 💀 or dental school 🦷? Keep an eye out for my next Q&A session, held on Instagram at the end of every month, for my live & personalized mentoring. This is for YOU 🤜🤛

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⛈ If you have questions, thoughts or ideas that you’d like to discuss involving my other ventures, including entrepreneurship (Top Professionals LLC 🏔, Vé Club 🍷), our products/services (PreDent Mentor Map, Dentist Map, Winery Map), NFTs 🖼(@feelings.nft 🎨, or my NFTs story highlight) workouts 💪, music producing/performing 🎶 (SoundCloud, violin 🎻 ), DM me and let’s talk 🤙

❤️ MOST importantly: THANK YOU for watching and being on my team- I do this for YOU. Mentoring is what got me here, and it is how I’ll help you achieve your dream goals as best I can. You are a MASSIVE part of this journey to me, more than you know 🙌🙏🙌

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8.20.24

Quick Review #209 - #pathology #oralpathology #doctorgallagher #oralsurgery #oralsurgeon #dentist #dentistry #dental #temporomandibularjoint #TMJ

The 5 most common pathological conditions, lesions, cysts, or tumors of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in order from least common to most common are as follows:

1. Synovial Chondromatosis: A rare condition characterized by the formation of cartilaginous nodules in the synovium of the TMJ. These nodules can calcify and become loose bodies within the joint space.

2. Osteochondroma: This benign bone tumor can arise in the TMJ and is relatively uncommon. It may lead to joint dysfunction, facial asymmetry, or limited mandibular movement.

3. Osteoarthritis: A degenerative joint disease that affects the TMJ, leading to the breakdown of cartilage and resulting in pain, stiffness, and crepitus. It is more common in older individuals.

4. Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD): A broad term encompassing a variety of conditions affecting the TMJ, muscles of mastication, and associated structures. Symptoms may include pain, restricted movement, and clicking or popping sounds. TMD is one of the most common TMJ-related conditions.

5. Internal Derangement: The most common pathological condition affecting the TMJ, characterized by an abnormal relationship between the articular disc and the mandibular condyle. It often presents with pain, clicking, or locking of the jaw.

These conditions vary in their frequency and impact, with internal derangement and TMD being the most commonly encountered in clinical practice.

References:

1. Chan, C. A. (n.d.). Degenerative joint disease: Clinical considerations. Occlusion Connections. Retrieved August 19, 2024, from https://lnkd.in/dBexuxcG

2. Katzberg, R. W., & Westesson, P. L. (1994). Diagnosis of the temporomandibular joint. W.B. Saunders Company.

3. Miloro, M., Ghali, G. E., Larsen, P. E., & Waite, P. (Eds.). (2022). Peterson’s Principles of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (4th ed.). Springer.

4. de Leeuw, R., & Klasser, G. D. (Eds.). (2013). Orofacial Pain: Guidelines for Assessment, Diagnosis, and Management (5th ed.). Quintessence Publishing Co., Inc.

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