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Knowledge, Attitude And Clinical Management Of Orthodontically - Induced External Root Resorption Among Lebanese Orthodontists., Diana Chehab Fakih, Ahmad Tarabaih, Aly Osman
Knowledge, Attitude And Clinical Management Of Orthodontically - Induced External Root Resorption Among Lebanese Orthodontists., Diana Chehab Fakih, Ahmad Tarabaih, Aly Osman
International Arab Journal of Dentistry
Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude, and
clinical management orthodontically induced external root resorption (OIERR)
among Lebanese orthodontists of varying years of experience.
Methods: An online validated survey of 22 questions regarding OIERR was
done among a randomly selected registered sample of 145 male and female
Lebanese orthodontists.
Results: Significant differences were found among orthodontists with different
years of experience for factors leading to further investigation, the stage at
which additional screening measures were taken, periodic follow up assessment
method, and clinical management in case of generalized root loss of one-third
or more than …
Therapeutic Management Of A Case Of Chronic Myofacial Pain, Anissa Abdelkoui, Jihane Elaoud, Ahmed Abdedine, Nadia Merzouk
Therapeutic Management Of A Case Of Chronic Myofacial Pain, Anissa Abdelkoui, Jihane Elaoud, Ahmed Abdedine, Nadia Merzouk
International Arab Journal of Dentistry
Myofacial pain is a common form of temporomandibular disorders. It is manifested by a sensory, motor and autonomous symptoms caused by trigger points. These pains can significantly affect patients’ quality of life, when they persist. Several etiological factors have been implicated in the genesis of the myofacial pain: muscle overload, emotional tension, harmful postural habits, fatigue, and hypovitaminosis... The diagnosis of myofacial pain is based on a pertinent history and clinical examination. Several therapeutic options alone or in combination have proven their effectiveness. This article aims, through a clinical case, to focus on myofacial pain, possible therapeutics, by focusing on …