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Systematic Reviews: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Advancement and Osteogenesis

Fractures and Tooth Injuries

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Orthognathics

Prosthetic Preparation

Third Molars

Advancement and Osteogenesis

Systematic Reviews

Critical Summary

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Cephalometric evaluation of airways after maxillary anterior advancement by distraction osteogenesis in cleft lip and palate patients: a systematic review
Sharshar, Hossam H., El-Bialy, Tarek H.. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2012;49(3):255-61

Maxillary advancement with conventional orthognathic surgery in patients with cleft lip and palate: is it a stable technique?
Saltaji, Humam, Major, Michael P., Alfakir, Hussam, Al-Saleh, Mohammed A. Q., Flores-Mir, Carlos. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;70(12):2859-66

Maxillomandibular advancement for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: a systematic review
Pirklbauer, K., Russmueller, G., Stiebellehner, L., Nell, C., Sinko, K., Millesi, G., Klug, C.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;69(6):e165-76

Radiation effects on bone healing and reconstruction: interpretation of the literature
Jegoux F, Malard O, Goyenvalle E, Aguado E, Daculsi G. Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology Oral Radiology & Endodontics. 2010;109(2):173-84

Soft tissue profile changes after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy for mandibular advancement: a systematic review
Joss CU, Joss-Vassalli IM, Kiliaridis S, Kuijpers-Jagtman AM. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(6):1260-9

Stability after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy advancement surgery with rigid internal fixation: a systematic review
Joss CU, Vassalli IM. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2009;67(2):301-13

Use of resorbable implants for mandibular fixation: a systematic review
Agarwal S, Gupta A, Grevious M, Reid RR. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. 2009;20(2):331-9

Alveolar distraction osteogenesis: a systematic review
Saulacic N, Iizuka T, Martin MS, Garcia AG. Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2008;37(1):1-7

Long-term stability after craniofacial distraction osteogenesis
Al-Daghreer, S., Flores-Mir, C., El-Bialy, T., Al-Daghreer, Saleh, Flores-Mir, Carlos, El-Bialy, Tarek. . 2008;66(9):1812-9

Meta-analysis of mandibular distraction osteogenesis: clinical applications and functional outcomes
Ow AT, Cheung LK. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008;121(3):54e-69e

Stability after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy setback surgery with rigid internal fixation: a systematic review
Joss CU, Vassalli IM. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2008;66(8):1634-43

Neurosensory disturbance of the inferior alveolar nerve after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy: a systematic review
Colella G, Cannavale R, Vicidomini A, Lanza A. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2007;65(9):1707-15

The effect of cranio-maxillofacial osteotomies and distraction osteogenesis on speech and velopharyngeal status: a critical review
Chanchareonsook N, Samman N, Whitehill TL. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2006;43(4):477-87

Temporomandibular joint morphology changes with mandibular advancement surgery and rigid internal fixation: a systematic literature review
Kersey ML, Nebbe B, Major PW. Angle Orthod. 2003;73(1):79-85

Fractures and Tooth Injuries

Systematic Reviews

Critical Summary

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Root damage associated with intermaxillary screws: a systematic review
Alves, M., Jr., Baratieri, C., Araujo, M. T. S., Souza, M. M. G., Maia, L. C.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;41(11):1445-50

The treatment of mandibular condyle fractures: A meta-analysis
Kyzas, Panayiotis A., Saeed, Arfaan, Tabbenor, Oliver. Journal of Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. 2012;40(8):e438-52

A systematic review of the diagnostic role of ultrasonography in maxillofacial fractures
Adeyemo, W. L., Akadiri, O. A.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;40(7):655-61

Use of antibiotics in the treatment of mandible fractures: a systematic review
Kyzas, P. A.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;69(4):1129-45

Internal fixation of mandibular angle fractures: a meta-analysis
Regev E, Shiff JS, Kiss A, Fialkov JA. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2010;125(6):1753-60

Interventions for treating traumatised permanent front teeth: avulsed (knocked out) and replanted
Day P, Duggal M. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2010;(1):CD006542

An evidence-based assessment of the clinical guidelines for replanted avulsed teeth. Part I: Timing of pulp extirpation
Hinckfuss SE, Messer LB. Dental Traumatology. 2009;25(1):32-42

An evidence-based assessment of the clinical guidelines for replanted avulsed teeth. Part II: prescription of systemic antibiotics
Hinckfuss SE, Messer LB. Dental Traumatology. 2009;25(2):158-64

Low intensity pulsed ultrasonography for fractures: systematic review of randomised controlled trials
Busse JW, Kaur J, Mollon B, Bhandari M, Tornetta P 3rd, Schunemann HJ, Guyatt GH. BMJ. 2009;338():b351

Splinting duration and periodontal outcomes for replanted avulsed teeth: a systematic review
Hinckfuss SE, Messer LB. Dental Traumatology. 2009;25(2):150-7

An evidence-based appraisal of splinting luxated, avulsed and root-fractured teeth
Kahler B, Heithersay GS. Dent Traumatol. 2008;24(1):2-10

Effect of early or delayed treatment upon healing of mandibular fractures: a systematic literature review
Hermund NU, Hillerup S, Kofod T, Schwartz O, Andreasen JO. Dent Traumatol. 2008;24(1):22-6

Open or closed repositioning of mandibular fractures: is there a difference in healing outcome? A systematic review
Andreasen JO, Storgard Jensen S, Kofod T, Schwartz O, Hillerup S. Dent Traumatol. 2008;24(1):17-21

The use of calcium phosphate bone cement in fracture treatment. A meta-analysis of randomized trials
Bajammal SS, Zlowodzki M, Lelwica A, Tornetta P 3rd, Einhorn TA, Buckley R, Leighton R, Russell TA, Larsson S, Bhandari M. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008;90(6):1186-96

Management of the fractured edentulous atrophic mandible
Nasser M, Fedorowicz Z, Ebadifar A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(1):CD006087

A systematic review of prophylactic antibiotics in the surgical treatment of maxillofacial fractures
Andreasen JO, Jensen SS, Schwartz O, Hillerup Y. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2006;64(11):1664-8

A systematic review of the diagnostic classifications of traumatic dental injuries
Feliciano KM, de Franca Caldas A Jr. Dent Traumatol. 2006;22(2):71-6

The association of third molars with mandibular angle fractures: a meta-analysis
Hanson BP, Cummings P, Rivara FP, John MT. J Can Dent Assoc. 2004;70(1):39-43

Effect of treatment delay upon pulp and periodontal healing of traumatic dental injuries -- a review article
Andreasen JO, Andreasen FM, Skeie A, Hjorting-Hansen E, Schwartz O. Dent Traumatol. 2002;18(3):116-28

Fixation of mandibular fractures: a tincture of science
Dawson KH, Chigurupati R. Ann R Australas Coll Dent Surg. 2002;16():118-22

Influence of patient age on the nature of tooth fracture
Ellis SG, Macfarlane TV, McCord JF. J Prosthet Dent. 1999;82(2):226-30

Misc.

Systematic Reviews

Critical Summary

Plain Language Summary

Is autologous platelet concentrate beneficial for post-extraction socket healing? A systematic review
Del Fabbro, M., Bortolin, M., Taschieri, S.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. ;40(9):891-900

Facts and myths regarding the maxillary midline frenum and its treatment: A systematic review of the literature
Delli, K., Livas, C., Sculean, A., Katsaros, C., Bornstein, M. M.. Quintessence Int. 2013;44(2):177-87

Graft for prevention of Frey syndrome after parotidectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Li, C., Yang, X., Pan, J., Shi, Z., Li, L.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2013;71(2):419-27

Limited evidence for the effect of presurgical nasoalveolar molding in unilateral cleft on nasal symmetry: a call for unified research
van der Heijden, Perry, Dijkstra, Pieter U., Stellingsma, Cees, van der Laan, Bernard F., Korsten-Meijer, Astrid G. W., Goorhuis-Brouwer, Sieneke M.. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2013;131(1):62e-71e

The impact of maxillary osteotomy on speech outcomes in cleft lip and palate: an evidence-based approach to evaluating the literature
Pereira, Valerie, Sell, Debbie, Tuomainen, Jyrki. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2013;50(1):25-39

A critical review of the literature and an evidence-based approach for life-threatening hemorrhage in maxillofacial surgery
Khanna, Shachika, Dagum, Alexander B.. Annals of Plastic Surgery. 2012;69(4):474-8

A systematic review of post-extractional alveolar hard and soft tissue dimensional changes in humans
Tan, Wah Lay, Wong, Terry L. T., Wong, May C. M., Lang, Niklaus P.. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 2012;23 Suppl 5():1-21

Antibiotics to prevent complications following tooth extractions
Lodi, G., Figini, L., Sardella, A., Carrassi, A., Del Fabbro, M., Furness, S.. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012;11():CD003811

Chlorhexidine for the prevention of alveolar osteitis
Yengopal, V., Mickenautsch, S.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;41(10):1253-64

Classification of maxillectomy defects: A systematic review and criteria necessary for a universal description
Bidra, Avinash S., Jacob, Rhonda F., Taylor, Thomas D.. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 2012;107(4):261-70

Clinical considerations for increasing occlusal vertical dimension: a review
Abduo, J., Lyons, K.. Aust Dent J. 2012;57(1):2-10

Clinical performance of access flap surgery in the treatment of the intrabony defect. A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
Graziani, Filippo, Gennai, Stefano, Cei, Silvia, Cairo, Francesco, Baggiani, Angelo, Miccoli, Mario, Gabriele, Mario, Tonetti, Maurizio. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2012;39(2):145-56

Coronectomy vs. Total Removal for Third Molar Extraction: A Systematic Review
Long, H., Zhou, Y., Liao, L., Pyakurel, U., Wang, Y., Lai, W.. Journal of Dental Research. 2012;91(7):659-65

Effectiveness of nasopharyngoscopic biofeedback in clients with cleft palate speech: a systematic review
Neumann, Sandra, Romonath, Roswitha. Logopedics, Phoniatrics, Vocology. 2012;37(3):95-106

Evidence-based knowledge on the biology and treatment of extraction sockets
Hammerle, Christoph H. F., Araujo, Mauricio G., Simion, Massimo, Osteology Consensus, Group. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 2012;23 Suppl 5():80-2

Lingual split versus surgical bur technique in the extraction of impacted mandibular third molars: a systematic review
Steel, Ben. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology. 2012;114(3):294-302

Local interventions for the management of alveolar osteitis (dry socket)
Daly, Blanaid, Sharif, Mohammad O., Newton, Tim, Jones, Kate, Worthington, Helen V.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2012;12():CD006968

Mandibular midline distraction: A systematic review
de Gijt, J. P., Vervoorn, K., Wolvius, E. B., Van der Wal, K. G. H., Koudstaal, M. J.. Journal of Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. 2012;40(3):248-60

Operative management of temporomandibular joint ankylosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Katsnelson, Alexander, Markiewicz, Michael R., Keith, David A., Dodson, Thomas B.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;70(3):531-6

Outcomes in facial aesthetics in cleft lip and palate surgery: A systematic review
Sharma, V. P., Bella, H., Cadier, M. M., Pigott, R. W., Goodacre, T. E. E., Richard, B. M.. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery: JPRAS. 2012;65(9):1233-45

Pharyngeal flap versus sphincter pharyngoplasty for the treatment of velopharyngeal insufficiency: a meta-analysis
Collins, Jessica, Cheung, Kevin, Farrokhyar, Forough, Strumas, Nick. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery: JPRAS. 2012;65(7):864-8

Quality assessment of prospective case series of dental implant surgery and prosthodontics published between 2004 and 2008: a systematic review
Vere, Joe, Joshi, Rajendra. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants. 2012;27(4):865-74

Secondary versus primary closure techniques for the prevention of postoperative complications following removal of impacted mandibular third molars: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Carrasco-Labra, Alonso, Brignardello-Petersen, Romina, Yanine, Nicolas, Araya, Ignacio, Guyatt, Gordon. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;70(8):e441-57

Soft tissue management for dental implants: what are the most effective techniques? A Cochrane systematic review
Esposito, Marco, Maghaireh, Hassan, Grusovin, Maria Gabriella, Ziounas, Ioannis, Worthington, Helen V.. European Journal of Oral Implantology. 2012;5(3):221-38

The Clinical Effect of Scaling and Root Planing and The Concomitant Administration of Systemic Amoxicillin and Metronidazole: A Systematic Review
Zandbergen, D., Slot, D. E., Cobb, C. M., Van der Weijden, F. A.. Journal of Periodontology. 2012;():

The impact of periodontal therapy on oral health-related quality of life in adults: a systematic review
Shanbhag, Siddharth, Dahiya, Manu, Croucher, Ray. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2012;39(8):725-35

The Maxillary Sinus Membrane Elevation Procedure: Augmentation of Bone around Dental Implants without Grafts-A Review of a Surgical Technique
Riben, Christopher, Thor, Andreas. International Journal of Dentistry. 2012;2012():105483

Three polymorphisms in IRF6 and 8q24 are associated with nonsyndromic cleft lip with or without cleft palate: evidence from 20 studies
Wang, Meilin, Pan, Yongchu, Zhang, Zhengdong, Wang, Lin. American Journal of Medical Genetics. Part A. 2012;158A(12):3080-6

A systematic review of microsurgical reconstruction of the jaws using vascularized fibula flap technique in patients with bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis
Sacco, R., Sacco, G., Acocella, A., Sale, S., Sacco, N., Baldoni, E.. Journal of Applied Oral Science. 2011;19(4):293-300

Complications following autologous bone graft harvesting from the iliac crest and using the RIA: a systematic review
Dimitriou, R., Mataliotakis, G. I., Angoules, A. G., Kanakaris, N. K., Giannoudis, P. V.. Injury. 2011;42 Suppl 2():S3-15

Meta-analytic study on the frequency and treatment of oral antral communications
Franco-Carro, B., Barona-Dorado, C., Martinez-Gonzalez, M. J., Rubio-Alonso, L. J., Martinez-Gonzalez, J. M.. Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral y Cirugia Bucal. 2011;16(5):e682-7

Reconstruction of the alveolar cleft: can growth factor-aided tissue engineering replace autologous bone grafting? A literature review and systematic review of results obtained with bone morphogenetic protein-2
van Hout, W. M., Mink van der Molen, A. B., Breugem, C. C., Koole, R., Van Cann, E. M.. Clinical Oral Investigations. 2011;15(3):297-303

Secondary bone grafting for alveolar cleft in children with cleft lip or cleft lip and palate
Guo, J., Li, C., Zhang, Q., Wu, G., Deacon, S. A., Chen, J., Hu, H., Zou, S., Ye, Q.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2011;(6):CD008050

Corticosteroid administration in oral and orthognathic surgery: a systematic review of the literature and meta-analysis
Dan AE, Thygesen TH, Pinholt EM, Dan AEB. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(9):2207-20

Effectiveness of sinus lift procedures for dental implant rehabilitation: a Cochrane systematic review
Esposito M, Grusovin MG, Rees J, Karasoulos D, Felice P, Alissa R, Worthington H, Coulthard P. European Journal of Oral Implantology. 2010;3(1):7-26

Oral and maxillofacial surgery and chronic painful temporomandibular disorders--a systematic review
Lindenmeyer, A., Sutcliffe, P., Eghtessad, M., Goulden, R., Speculand, B., Harris, M.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(11):2755-64

Publication bias in oral and maxillofacial surgery journals: an observation on published controlled trials
Pitak-Arnnop P, Sader R, Rapidis AD, Dhanuthai K, Bauer U, Herve C, Hemprich A. Journal of Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. 2010;38(1):4-10

Soft tissue changes following the extraction of premolars in nongrowing patients with bimaxillary protrusion. A systematic review
Leonardi R, Annunziata A, Licciardello V, Barbato E. Angle Orthodontist. 2010;80(1):211-6

Alveolar bone dimensional changes of post-extraction sockets in humans: a systematic review
Van der Weijden F, Dell'Acqua F, Slot DE. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2009;36(12):1048-58

Dental surgery for patients on anticoagulant therapy with warfarin: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Nematullah A, Alabousi A, Blanas N, Douketis JD, Sutherland SE. Journal. 2009;75(1):41

Postoperative monitoring of microsurgical free-tissue transfers for head and neck reconstruction: a systematic review of current techniques--part II. Invasive techniques
Abdel-Galil K, Mitchell D. British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2009;47(6):438-42

Effect of platelet-rich plasma on bone regeneration in dentistry: a systematic review
Plachokova, A. S., Nikolidakis, D., Mulder, J., Jansen, J. A., Creugers, N. H., Plachokova, Adelina S., Nikolidakis, Dimitris, Mulder, Jan, Jansen, John A., Creugers, Nico H. J.. . 2008;19(6):539-45

Evidence-based oral and maxillofacial surgery
Kyzas PA. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2008;66(5):973-86

Open versus closed surgical exposure of canine teeth that are displaced in the roof of the mouth
Parkin N, Benson PE, Thind B, Shah A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008;(4):CD006966

Use of prophylactic antibiotic therapy in oral surgical procedures: a critical review
Guerrero JS. Journal of the California Dental Association. 2008;36(12):943-50

Evidence-based practice in oral and maxillofacial surgery: audit of 1 training center
Lau SL, Samman N. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2007;65(4):651-7

Systematic review of the platysma myocutaneous flap for head and neck reconstruction
Szudek J, Taylor SM. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2007;133(7):655-61

A meta-analysis of cleft maxillary osteotomy and distraction osteogenesis
Cheung LK, Chua HD. Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2006;35(1):14-24

Complications in head and neck surgery: a meta-analysis of postlaryngectomy pharyngocutaneous fistula
Paydarfar JA, Birkmeyer NJ. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2006;132(1):67-72

Efficacy and safety of biodegradable osteofixation devices in oral and maxillofacial surgery: a systematic review
Buijs GJ, Stegenga B, Bos RR. J Dent Res. 2006;85(11):980-9

Hemostatic mouthwashes in anticoagulated patients undergoing dental extraction
Patatanian E, Fugate SE. Ann Pharmacother. 2006;40(12):2205-10

Tissue adhesives for closure of surgical incisions
Coulthard P, Worthington H, Esposito M, Elst M, Waes OJ. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(2):CD004287

Orthognathics

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Blood loss in orthognathic surgery: a systematic review
Pineiro-Aguilar, A., Somoza-Martin, M., Gandara-Rey, J. M., Garcia-Garcia, A.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;69(3):885-92

Effectiveness of postoperative antibiotics in orthognathic surgery: a meta-analysis
Danda, A. K., Ravi, P.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;69(10):2650-6

Management of the nasal dorsum in rhinoplasty: a systematic review of the literature regarding technique, outcomes, and complications
Lee, M. R., Unger, J. G., Rohrich, R. J.. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2011;128(5):538e-550e

Stability of treatment for anterior open-bite malocclusion: a meta-analysis
Greenlee, G. M., Huang, G. J., Chen, S. S., Chen, J., Koepsell, T., Hujoel, P.. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2011;139(2):154-69

A systematic review of the effects of bone-borne surgical assisted rapid maxillary expansion
Verstraaten J, Kuijpers-Jagtman AM, Mommaerts MY, Berge SJ, Nada RM, Schols JG, Eurocran Distraction Osteogenesis G, Schols JGJH. Journal of Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. 2010;38(3):166-74

Facial soft tissue response to anterior segmental osteotomies: a systematic review
Jayaratne, Y. S., Zwahlen, R. A., Lo, J., Cheung, L. K.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;39(11):1050-8

Patients' perceptions of orthognathic treatment, well-being, and psychological or psychiatric status: a systematic review
Alanko, O. M., Svedstrom-Oristo, A. L., Tuomisto, M. T.. Acta Odontologica Scandinavica. 2010;68(5):249-60

Soft tissue profile changes after bilateral sagittal split osteotomy for mandibular setback: a systematic review
Joss, C. U., Joss-Vassalli, I. M., Berge, S. J., Kuijpers-Jagtman, A. M.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(11):2792-801

Accuracy of computer programs in predicting orthognathic surgery hard tissue response
Kaipatur N, Al-Thomali Y, Flores-Mir C. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2009;67(8):1628-39

Accuracy of computer programs in predicting orthognathic surgery soft tissue response
Kaipatur NR, Flores-Mir C. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2009;67(4):751-9

Orthognathic treatment and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review. Part 1. A new quality-assessment technique and analysis of study characteristics and classifications
Al-Riyami S, Moles DR, Cunningham SJ. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2009;136(5):624.e1-15; discussion 624-5

Orthognathic treatment and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review. Part 2. Signs and symptoms and meta-analyses
Al-Riyami S, Cunningham SJ, Moles DR. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2009;136(5):626.e1-16

Stability factors after double-jaw surgery in Class III malocclusion. A systematic review
Mucedero M, Coviello A, Baccetti T, Franchi L, Cozza P. Angle Orthodontist. 2008;78(6):1141-52

Alterations of temporomandibular disorders before and after orthognathic surgery: a systematic review
Abrahamsson C, Ekberg E, Henrikson T, Bondemark L. Angle Orthod. 2007;77(4):729-34

Resorbable versus titanium plates for orthognathic surgery
Fedorowicz Z, Nasser M, Newton JT, Oliver RJ. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(2):CD006204

The psychosocial impact of orthognathic surgery: a systematic review
Hunt OT, Johnston CD, Hepper PG, Burden DJ. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2001;120(5):490-7

Prosthetic Preparation

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Allogeneic bone onlay grafts for alveolar ridge augmentation: a systematic review
Waasdorp J, Reynolds MA. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants. 2010;25(3):525-31

Interventions for replacing missing teeth: augmentation procedures of the maxillary sinus
Esposito M, Grusovin MG, Rees J, Karasoulos D, Felice P, Alissa R, Worthington HV, Coulthard P. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2010;3():CD008397

Platelet-rich plasma in sinus augmentation procedures: a systematic literature review: Part II
Arora NS, Ramanayake T, Ren YF, Romanos GE, Ren Y-F. Implant Dentistry. 2010;19(2):145-57

Sinus floor augmentation surgery using autologous bone grafts from various donor sites: a meta-analysis of the total bone volume
Klijn RJ, Meijer GJ, Bronkhorst EM, Jansen JA. Tissue Engineering Part B-Reviews. 2010;16(3):295-303

A histomorphometric meta-analysis of sinus elevation with various grafting materials
Handschel J, Simonowska M, Naujoks C, Depprich RA, Ommerborn MA, Meyer U, Kubler NR. Head & Face Medicine. 2009;5():12

Interventions for replacing missing teeth: horizontal and vertical bone augmentation techniques for dental implant treatment
Esposito M, Grusovin MG, Felice P, Karatzopoulos G, Worthington HV, Coulthard P. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2009;(4):CD003607

The efficacy of horizontal and vertical bone augmentation procedures for dental implants - a Cochrane systematic review
Esposito M, Grusovin MG, Felice P, Karatzopoulos G, Worthington HV, Coulthard P. European Journal of Oral Implantology. 2009;2(3):167-84

Assessment of the potential of growth factors for localized alveolar ridge augmentation: a systematic review
Jung RE, Thoma DS, Hammerle CH. J Clin Periodontol. 2008;35(8 Suppl):255-81

What is the quality of the evidence base for pre-implant surgery of the atrophic jaw?
Blackburn TK, Cawood JI, Stoelinga PJ, Lowe D. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2008;37(12):1073-9

Is there evidence that barrier membranes prevent bone resorption in autologous bone grafts during the healing period? A systematic review
Gielkens PF, Bos RR, Raghoebar GM, Stegenga B. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2007;22(3):390-8

Which hard tissue augmentation techniques are the most successful in furnishing bony support for implant placement?
Aghaloo TL, Moy PK. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2007;22 Suppl():49-70

The efficacy of various bone augmentation procedures for dental implants: a Cochrane systematic review of randomized controlled clinical trials
Esposito M, Grusovin MG, Coulthard P, Worthington HV. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2006;21(5):696-710

Assessment of the value of anorganic bone additives in sinus floor augmentation: a review of clinical reports
Merkx MA, Maltha JC, Stoelinga PJ. Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2003;32(1):1-6

Interventions for replacing missing teeth: preprosthetic surgery versus dental implants
Coulthard P, Esposito M, Worthington HV, Jokstad A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002;(4):CD003604

Third Molars

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Coronectomy vs. Total Removal for Third Molar Extraction: A Systematic Review
Long, H., Zhou, Y., Liao, L., Pyakurel, U., Wang, Y., Lai, W.. Journal of Dental Research. 2012;91(7):659-65

Effect of mechanical debridement on distal periodontal aspects of second molars after the extraction of third molars: a systematic review
Ramirez, Valeria, Marro, Patricio, Lopez, Rodrigo. Journal of Periodontology. 2012;83(5):595-601

Is adjuvant laser therapy effective for preventing pain, swelling, and trismus after surgical removal of impacted mandibular third molars? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Brignardello-Petersen, Romina, Carrasco-Labra, Alonso, Araya, Ignacio, Yanine, Nicolas, Beyene, Joseph, Shah, Prakesh S.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;70(8):1789-801

Treatment modalities of neurosensory deficit after lower third molar surgery: a systematic review
Leung, Yiu Yan, Fung, Polly Pok-Lam, Cheung, Lim Kwong. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2012;70(4):768-78

Effect of socket preservation therapies following tooth extraction in non-molar regions in humans: a systematic review
Ten Heggeler, J. M., Slot, D. E., Van der Weijden, G. A.. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 2011;22(8):779-88

Diagnostic accuracy of panoramic radiography in determining relationship between inferior alveolar nerve and mandibular third molar
Atieh MA. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(1):74-82

Assessment of difficulty in third molar surgery--a systematic review
Akadiri OA, Obiechina AE. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2009;67(4):771-4

Unusual complications associated with third molar surgery: a systematic review
Brauer HU. Quintessence International. 2009;40(7):565-72

Corticosteroids reduce postoperative morbidity after third molar surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Markiewicz MR, Brady MF, Ding EL, Dodson TB. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2008;66(9):1881-94

Effect estimates and methodological quality of randomized controlled trials about prevention of alveolar osteitis following tooth extraction: a systematic review
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