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CHRNA3 rs1051730 genotype and short-term smoking cessation
Munafo, M. R., Johnstone, E. C., Walther, D., Uhl, G. R., Murphy, M. F., Aveyard, P., Munafo, Marcus R., Johnstone, Elaine C., Walther, Donna, Uhl, George R., Murphy, Michael F. G., Aveyard, Paul. Nicotine & Tobacco Research. ;13(10):982-8

A systematic review of associated structural and chromosomal defects in oral clefts: when is prenatal genetic analysis indicated?
Maarse, Wies, Rozendaal, Anna Maria, Pajkrt, Eva, Vermeij-Keers, Christl, Mink van der Molen, Aebele Barber, van den Boogaard, Marie-Jose Henriette. Journal of Medical Genetics. 2012;49(8):490-8

A systematic review on the association between genetic predisposition and dental implant biological complications
Dereka, Xanthippi, Mardas, Nikos, Chin, Sarah, Petrie, Aviva, Donos, Nikolaos. Clinical Oral Implants Research. 2012;23(7):775-88

Effectiveness of pre-surgical infant orthopedic treatment for cleft lip and palate patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Papadopoulos, M. A., Koumpridou, E. N., Vakalis, M. L., Papageorgiou, S. N.. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research. 2012;15(4):207-36

Informing evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for children with cerebral palsy at risk of osteoporosis: a systematic review
Fehlings, Darcy, Switzer, Lauren, Agarwal, Payal, Wong, Charles, Sochett, Etienne, Stevenson, Richard, Sonnenberg, Lyn, Smile, Sharon, Young, Elizabeth, Huber, Joelene, Milo-Manson, Golda, Kuwaik, Ghassan Abu, Gaebler, Deborah. Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology. 2012;54(2):106-16

Interleukin-1 receptor antagonist polymorphism (rs2234663) and periodontitis susceptibility: a meta-analysis
Ding, Cheng, Zhao, Lu, Sun, Ying, Li, Lu, Xu, Yan. Archives of Oral Biology. 2012;57(6):585-93

Is cleft severity related to maxillary growth in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate?
Chiu, Yu-Ting, Liao, Yu-Fang. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2012;49(5):535-40

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis-and now?: a systematic literature review of changes in craniofacial morphology
von Bremen, Julia, Ruf, Sabine. Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics. 2012;73(4):265-76

Non-syndromic multiple supernumerary teeth: meta-analysis
Alvira-Gonzalez, Joaquin, Gay-Escoda, Cosme. Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine. 2012;41(5):361-6

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

Prevalence of Dental Anomalies in Nonsyndromic Individuals With Cleft Lip and Palate: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Tannure, Patricia Nivoloni, Oliveira, Cristiana Aroeira G. R., Maia, Lucianne Cople, Vieira, Alexandre R., Granjeiro, Jose Mauro, de Castro Costa, Marcelo. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2012;49(2):194-200

Prevalence, location and morphology of maxillary sinus septa: systematic review and meta-analysis
Pommer, Bernhard, Ulm, Christian, Lorenzoni, Martin, Palmer, Richard, Watzek, Georg, Zechner, Werner. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2012;39(8):769-73

Quality of life of children treated for cleft lip and/or palate: A systematic review
Klassen, Anne F., Tsangaris, Elena, Forrest, Christopher R., Wong, Karen W. Y., Pusic, Andrea L., Cano, Stefan J., Syed, Iqra, Dua, Meghna, Kainth, Sonika, Johnson, Jessica, Goodacre, Tim. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery: JPRAS. 2012;65(5):547-57

The use of electrognathography in jaw movement research: a literature review
Pinheiro, Paulo Fernandes, Jr., da Cunha, Daniele Andrade, Filho, Mario Genuino Dourado, Caldas, Ada Salvetti Cavalcanti, Melo, Thais Myriam Aragao, da Silva, Hilton Justino. Cranio. 2012;30(4):293-303

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 the interceptive treatment of palatally displaced maxillary canines
Naoumova, J., Kurol, J., Kjellberg, H.. European Journal of Orthodontics. 2011;33(2):143-9

Advanced dental disease in people with severe mental illness: systematic review and meta-analysis
Kisely, S., Quek, L. H., Pais, J., Lalloo, R., Johnson, N. W., Lawrence, D.. British Journal of Psychiatry. 2011;199(3):187-93

Bone graft substitutes in hip revision surgery: a comprehensive overview
Beswick, A., Blom, A. W.. Injury. 2011;42 Suppl 2():S40-6

Bone scintigraphy as a diagnostic method in unilateral hyperactivity of the mandibular condyles: a review and meta-analysis of the literature
Saridin, C. P., Raijmakers, P. G., Tuinzing, D. B., Becking, A. G.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;40(1):11-7

Bone-anchored hearing aids (BAHAs) for people who are bilaterally deaf: a systematic review and economic evaluation
Colquitt, J. L., Jones, J., Harris, P., Loveman, E., Bird, A., Clegg, A. J., Baguley, D. M., Proops, D. W., Mitchell, T. E., Sheehan, P. Z., Welch, K.. Health Technology Assessment (Winchester, England). 2011;15(26):1-200

Diagnostic accuracy of the ID Migraine: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Cousins, G., Hijazze, S., Van de Laar, F. A., Fahey, T.. Headache. 2011;51(7):1140-8

Feeding interventions for growth and development in infants with cleft lip, cleft palate or cleft lip and palate
Bessell, A., Hooper, L., Shaw, W. C., Reilly, S., Reid, J., Glenny, A. M.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2011;2():CD003315

Incidence of cleft lip and palate in Iran. A meta-analysis
Khazaei, S., Shirani, A. M., Khazaei, M., Najafi, F.. Saudi Medical Journal. 2011;32(4):390-3

Nasal septal abscess in children: from diagnosis to management and prevention
Alshaikh, N., Lo, S.. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. 2011;75(6):737-44

Polymorphisms in the 5' flank of COL1A1 gene and osteoporosis: meta-analysis of published studies
Jin, H., Evangelou, E., Ioannidis, J. P., Ralston, S. H.. Osteoporosis International. 2011;22(3):911-21

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

The diagnostic efficacy of cone beam CT for impacted teeth and associated features: a systematic review
Guerrero, M. E., Shahbazian, M., Elsiena Bekkering, G., Nackaerts, O., Jacobs, R., Horner, K.. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. 2011;38(3):208-16

Aetiology of Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation: A systematic review
Alaluusua, S.. European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry: Official Journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry. 2010;11(2):53-8

Diagnostic accuracy of transabdominal ultrasound in detecting prenatal cleft lip and palate: a systematic review
Maarse, W., Berge, S. J., Pistorius, L., van Barneveld, T., Kon, M., Breugem, C., Mink van der Molen, A. B.. Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2010;35(4):495-502

Effects of lingual arch used as space maintainer on mandibular arch dimension: a systematic review
Viglianisi, A.. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2010;138(4):382.e1-4; discussion 382-3

Maxillary sinus septa: a systematic review
Maestre-Ferrin L, Galan-Gil S, Rubio-Serrano M, Penarrocha-Diago M, Penarrocha-Oltra D. Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral y Cirugia Bucal. 2010;15(2):e383-6

Prevalence and Diagnosis of Molar-Incisor- Hypomineralisation (MIH): A systematic review
Jalevik, B.. European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry: Official Journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry. 2010;11(2):59-64

Prevalence of tooth transposition. A meta-analysis
Papadopoulos MA, Chatzoudi M, Kaklamanos EG. Angle Orthodontist. 2010;80(2):275-85

Root anatomy and canal configuration of the permanent mandibular first molar: a systematic review
de Pablo, O. V., Estevez, R., Peix Sanchez, M., Heilborn, C., Cohenca, N.. Journal of Endodontics. 2010;36(12):1919-31

The parental dentocraniofacial phenotype-an orofacial clefting microform
Mossey PA, Batra P, McIntyre GT. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2010;47(1):22-34

Assessment of characteristic features and dental anomalies accompanying tooth transposition: a meta-analysis
Papadopoulos MA, Chatzoudi M, Karagiannis V. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2009;136(3):308.e1-10; discussion 308-9

Posterior crossbite and functional changes. A systematic review
Andrade Ada S, Gameiro GH, Derossi M, Gaviao MB. Angle Orthodontist. 2009;79(2):380-6

Premature birth--Studies on orthodontic treatment need, craniofacial morphology and function
Paulsson L. Swedish Dental Journal - Supplement. 2009;(199):9-66

Amelogenesis imperfecta - a systematic literature review of associated dental and oro-facial abnormalities and their impact on patients
Poulsen S, Gjorup H, Haubek D, Haukali G, Hintze H, Lovschall H, Errboe M. Acta Odontol Scand. 2008;66(4):193-9

Dental arch space changes following premature loss of primary first molars: a systematic review
Tunison W, Flores-Mir C, ElBadrawy H, Nassar U, El-Bialy T. Pediatric Dentistry. 2008;30(4):297-302

Folate intake, markers of folate status and oral clefts: is the evidence converging?
Johnson CY, Little J. International Journal of Epidemiology. 2008;37(5):1041-58

Folic acid-containing supplement consumption during pregnancy and risk for oral clefts: a meta-analysis
Badovinac RL, Werler MM, Williams PL, Kelsey KT, Hayes C. Birth Defects Res A Clin Mol Teratol. 2007;79(1):8-15

Hyperhomocysteinemia and MTHFR polymorphisms in association with orofacial clefts and congenital heart defects: a meta-analysis
Verkleij-Hagoort A, Bliek J, Sayed-Tabatabaei F, Ursem N, Steegers E, Steegers-Theunissen R. Am J Med Genet A. 2007;143A(9):952-60

Meta-analysis: pesticides and orofacial clefts
Romitti PA, Herring AM, Dennis LK, Wong-Gibbons DL. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2007;44(4):358-65

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

Hard palate repair timing and facial growth in cleft lip and palate: a systematic review
Liao YF, Mars M. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2006;43(5):563-70

Parental craniofacial morphology in cleft lip with or without cleft palate as determined by cephalometry: a meta-analysis
Weinberg SM, Maher BS, Marazita ML. Orthod Craniofac Res. 2006;9(1):18-30

Timing of Demirjian's tooth formation stages
Liversidge HM, Chaillet N, Mornstad H, Nystrom M, Rowlings K, Taylor J, Willems G. Ann Hum Biol. 2006;33(4):454-70

Is the posterior belly of the digastric muscle palpable? A qualitative systematic review of the literature
Turp JC, Arima T, Minagi S. Clin Anat. 2005;18(5):318-22

Oral clefts, maternal smoking, and TGFA: a meta-analysis of gene-environment interaction
Zeiger JS, Beaty TH, Liang KY. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2005;42(1):58-63

Progress toward discerning the genetics of cleft lip
Lidral AC, Moreno LM. Curr Opin Pediatr. 2005;17(6):731-9

The prosthodontic concept of crown-to-root ratio: a review of the literature
Grossmann Y, Sadan A. J Prosthet Dent. 2005;93(6):559-62

The psychosocial effects of cleft lip and palate: a systematic review
Hunt O, Burden D, Hepper P, Johnston C. Eur J Orthod. 2005;27(3):274-85

Treatment outcome in unilateral cleft lip and palate evaluated with the GOSLON yardstick: a meta-analysis of 1236 patients
Nollet PJ, Katsaros C, Van't Hof MA, Kuijpers-Jagtman AM. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2005;116(5):1255-62

A meta-analysis of the prevalence of dental agenesis of permanent teeth
Polder BJ, Van't Hof MA, Van der Linden FP, Kuijpers-Jagtman AM. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 2004;32(3):217-26

A review of feeding interventions for infants with cleft palate
Reid J. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2004;41(3):268-78

A systematic review of the consequences of premature birth on palatal morphology, dental occlusion, tooth-crown dimensions, and tooth maturity and eruption
Paulsson L, Bondemark L, Soderfeldt B. Angle Orthod. 2004;74(2):269-79

Color distribution and visual color assessment of human gingiva and mucosa: a systematic review of the literature
Schnitzer S, Turp JC, Heydecke G. Int J Prosthodont. 2004;17(3):327-32

Feeding interventions for growth and development in infants with cleft lip, cleft palate or cleft lip and palate
Glenny AM, Hooper L, Shaw WC, Reilly S, Kasem S, Reid J. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(3):CD003315

Tobacco smoking and oral clefts: a meta-analysis
Little J, Cardy A, Munger RG. Bull World Health Organ. 2004;82(3):213-8

Use of skeletal maturation based on hand-wrist radiographic analysis as a predictor of facial growth: a systematic review
Flores-Mir C, Nebbe B, Major PW. Angle Orthod. 2004;74(1):118-24

Dentomaxillofacial variability of cleidocranial dysplasia: clinicoradiological presentation and systematic review
Golan I, Baumert U, Hrala BP, Mussig D. Dentomaxillofac Radiol. 2003;32(6):347-54

Assessing intelligibility in speakers with cleft palate: a critical review of the literature
Whitehill TL. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2002;39(1):50-8

Birth order and oral clefts: a meta analysis
Vieira AR, Orioli IM. Teratology. 2002;66(5):209-16

Maternal age and oral clefts: a reappraisal
Vieira AR, Orioli IM, Murray JC. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2002;94(5):530-5

The craniofacial morphology of the parents of children with orofacial clefting: a systematic review of cephalometric studies
McIntyre GT, Mossey PA. J Orthod. 2002;29(1):23-9

Clinical crown height (length)--a review of published measurements
Volchansky A, Cleaton-Jones P. J Clin Periodontol. 2001;28(12):1085-90

Benzodiazepine use in pregnancy and major malformations or oral cleft: meta-analysis of cohort and case-control studies
Dolovich LR, Addis A, Vaillancourt JM, Power JD, Koren G, Einarson TR. BMJ. 1998;317(7162):839-43

Maternal cigarette smoking and oral clefts: a meta-analysis
Wyszynski DF, Duffy DL, Beaty TH. Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 1997;34(3):206-10

A meta-analysis of normal ranges for root surface areas of the permanent dentition
Hujoel PP. J Clin Periodontol. 1994;21(4):225-9

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The effectiveness of case-based learning in health professional education. A BEME systematic review: BEME Guide No. 23
Thistlethwaite, Jill Elizabeth, Davies, David, Ekeocha, Samilia, Kidd, Jane M., Macdougall, Colin, Matthews, Paul, Purkis, Judith, Clay, Diane. Medical Teacher. 2012;34(6):e421-44

Evaluation of methodology and quality characteristics of systematic reviews in orthodontics
Papageorgiou, S. N., Papadopoulos, M. A., Athanasiou, A. E.. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research. 2011;14(3):116-37

Evidence grade associating periodontitis to preterm birth and/or low birth weight: I. A systematic review of prospective cohort studies
Chambrone, L., Guglielmetti, M. R., Pannuti, C. M., Chambrone, L. A.. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2011;38(9):795-808

Extent and quality of systematic review evidence related to minimum intervention in dentistry: essential oils, powered toothbrushes, triclosan, xylitol
Mickenautsch, S., Yengopal, V.. International Dental Journal. 2011;61(4):179-92

Interventions encouraging the use of systematic reviews in clinical decision-making: a systematic review
Perrier, L., Mrklas, K., Shepperd, S., Dobbins, M., McKibbon, K. A., Straus, S. E.. Journal of General Internal Medicine. 2011;26(4):419-26

Stress amongst dental students: a systematic review
Alzahem, A. M., van der Molen, H. T., Alaujan, A. H., Schmidt, H. G., Zamakhshary, M. H.. European Journal of Dental Education. 2011;15(1):8-18

A systematic evaluation of the quality of meta-analyses in endodontics
Suebnukarn S, Ngamboonsirisingh S, Rattanabanlang A. Journal of Endodontics. 2010;36(4):602-8

A systematic review of computer-assisted learning in endodontics education
Al-Jewair TS, Qutub AF, Malkhassian G, Dempster LJ. Journal of Dental Education. 2010;74(6):601-11

Applicability and generalisability of the results of systematic reviews to public health practice and policy: a systematic review
Ahmad N, Boutron I, Dechartres A, Durieux P, Ravaud P. Trials [Electronic Resource]. 2010;11():20

Communications skills in dental education: a systematic research review
Carey JA, Madill A, Manogue M. European Journal of Dental Education. 2010;14(2):69-78

Critical appraisal of methods used in randomized controlled trials of treatments for temporomandibular disorders
Fricton JR, Ouyang W, Nixdorf DR, Schiffman EL, Velly AM, Look JO. Journal of Orofacial Pain. 2010;24(2):139-51

Instructional design variations in internet-based learning for health professions education: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Cook DA, Levinson AJ, Garside S, Dupras DM, Erwin PJ, Montori VM. Academic Medicine. 2010;85(5):909-22

Measuring the educational environment in health professions studies: a systematic review
Soemantri, D., Herrera, C., Riquelme, A.. Medical Teacher. 2010;32(12):947-52

Meta-analyses and orthodontic evidence-based clinical practice in the 21 century
Papadopoulos, M. A.. The open dentistry journal. 2010;4():92-123

Methodological issues in epidemiological studies of periodontitis--how can it be improved?
Leroy R, Eaton KA, Savage A. BMC Oral Health. 2010;10():8

Problem-based learning in academic health education. A systematic literature review
Polyzois I, Claffey N, Mattheos N. European Journal of Dental Education. 2010;14(1):55-64

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

Relationship between sponsorship and failure rate of dental implants: a systematic approach
Popelut, A., Valet, F., Fromentin, O., Thomas, A., Bouchard, P.. PLoS ONE [Electronic Resource]. 2010;5(4):e10274

Using the best available evidence to support clinical decisions in implant dentistry
Faggion, C. M., Jr., Schmitter, M.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants. 2010;25(5):960-9

A case study of multiple-treatments meta-analysis demonstrates that covariates should be considered
Salanti G, Marinho V, Higgins JPT. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology. 2009;62(8):857-64

Computer-assisted learning in orthodontic education: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Al-Jewair TS, Azarpazhooh A, Suri S, Shah PS. Journal of Dental Education. 2009;73(6):730-9

The educational effects of portfolios on undergraduate student learning: a Best Evidence Medical Education (BEME) systematic review. BEME Guide No. 11
Buckley S, Coleman J, Davison I, Khan KS, Zamora J, Malick S, Morley D, Pollard D, Ashcroft T, Popovic C, Sayers J. Medical Teacher. 2009;31(4):282-98

Internet-based learning in the health professions: a meta-analysis
Cook DA, Levinson AJ, Garside S, Dupras DM, Erwin PJ, Montori VM. JAMA. 2008;300(10):1181-96

Sequential analysis applied to clinical trials in dentistry: a systematic review
Bogowicz P, Flores-Mir C, Major PW, Heo G. Evid Based Dent. 2008;9(2):55-60

Benchmarking of reported search and selection methods of systematic reviews by dental speciality
Major MP, Major PW, Flores-Mir C. Evid Based Dent. 2007;8(3):66-70

Does faculty development enhance teaching effectiveness?
Hendricson WD, Anderson E, Andrieu SC, Chadwick DG, Cole JR, George MC, Glickman GN, Glover JF, Goldberg JS, Haden NK, Kalkwarf KL, Meyerowitz C, Neumann LM, Pyle M, Tedesco LA, Valachovic RW, Weaver RG, Winder RL, Young SK. J Dent Educ. 2007;71(12):1513-33

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

Reported methodological quality of split-mouth studies
Lesaffre E, Garcia Zattera MJ, Redmond C, Huber H, Needleman I. J Clin Periodontol. 2007;34(9):756-61

An evaluation of search and selection methods used in dental systematic reviews published in English
Major MP, Major PW, Flores-Mir C. J Am Dent Assoc. 2006;137(9):1252-7

Evidence-based dental practice at a crossroads
Rauth R, Banez A, Cajulis OS. J Calif Dent Assoc. 2006;34(6):411-3

Quality of trials in a systematic review of powered toothbrushes: suggestions for future clinical trials
Robinson PG, Damien Walmsley A, Heanue M, Deacon S, Deery C, Glenny AM, Worthington H, Shaw W. J Periodontol. 2006;77(12):1944-53

Overview of the evidence for clinical interventions in pediatric dentistry
Butani Y, Levy SM, Nowak AJ, Kanellis MJ, Heller K, Hartz AJ, Dawson DV, Watkins CA. Pediatr Dent. 2005;27(1):6-11

Implementing evidence-based practice in undergraduate teaching clinics: a systematic review and recommendations
Werb SB, Matear DW. J Dent Educ. 2004;68(9):995-1003

The assessment of systematic reviews in dentistry
Glenny AM, Esposito M, Coulthard P, Worthington HV. Eur J Oral Sci. 2003;111(2):85-92

The effectiveness of computer-aided, self-instructional programs in dental education: a systematic review of the literature
Rosenberg H, Grad HA, Matear DW. J Dent Educ. 2003;67(5):524-32

Validation methodology in publications describing epidemiological registration methods of dental caries: a systematic review
Sjogren P, Ordell S, Halling A. Community Dent Health. 2003;20(4):251-9

An introduction to meta-analysis within the framework of multilevel modelling using the probability of success of root canal treatment as an illustration
Lewsey JD, Gilthorpe MS, Gulabivala K. Community Dent Health. 2001;18(3):131-7

Evidence-based decision making in dental hygiene education, practice, and research
Forrest JL, Miller SA. J Dent Hyg. 2001;75(1):50-63

Decision analysis in dentistry--the last 30 years
Rohlin M, Mileman PA. J Dent. 2000;28(7):453-68

Meta-analysis in oral health care
Palmer AJ, Sendi PP. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 1999;87(2):135-41

A review of research in the United Kingdom to evaluate the implementation of clinical guidelines in general practice
Dowie R. Fam Pract. 1998;15(5):462-70

Meta-analysis in dental research: a paradigm for performance and interpretation
Proskin HM, Volpe AR. J Clin Dent. 1994;5(1):19-26

A meta-analysis of individualized instruction in dental education
Dacanay LS, Cohen PA. J Dent Educ. 1992;56(3):183-9

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Interventions for the management of dry mouth: topical therapies
Furness, S., Worthington, H. V., Bryan, G., Birchenough, S., McMillan, R., Furness, Susan, Worthington, Helen V., Bryan, Gemma, Birchenough, Sarah, McMillan, Roddy. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. ;12():CD008934

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 acupuncture or acupoint injection for management of burning mouth syndrome
Yan, Zhimin, Ding, Ning, Hua, Hong. Quintessence International. 2012;43(8):695-701

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

Association between MTHFR polymorphisms and orofacial clefts risk: a meta-analysis
Luo, Ya L., Cheng, Yu L., Ye, Ping, Wang, Wei, Gao, Xiao H., Chen, Qing. Birth Defects Research. 2012;94(4):237-44

Association between vitamin D receptor polymorphisms and periodontitis: a meta-analysis
Chen, Li-li, Li, Hao, Zhang, Peng-peng, Wang, Shu-mei. Journal of Periodontology. 2012;83(9):1095-103

Bisphosphonate induced osteonecrosis of jaw in breast cancer patients: A systematic review
Varun, Br, Sivakumar, Tt, Nair, Bindu J., Joseph, Anna P.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology. 2012;16(2):210-4

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

Dietary factors associated with dental erosion: a meta-analysis
Li, Haifeng, Zou, Yan, Ding, Gangqiang. PLoS ONE [Electronic Resource]. 2012;7(8):e42626

Guidelines for dental radiography immediately after a dento-alveolar trauma, a systematic literature review
Kullman, Leif, Al Sane, Mona. Dental Traumatology. 2012;28(3):193-9

Interventions for treating oral lichen planus: a systematic review
Lodi, G., Carrozzo, M., Furness, S., Thongprasom, K.. British Journal of Dermatology. 2012;166(5):938-47

Is cleft severity related to maxillary growth in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate?
Chiu, Yu-Ting, Liao, Yu-Fang. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2012;49(5):535-40

Mobile phone messaging for preventive health care
Vodopivec-Jamsek, Vlasta, de Jongh, Thyra, Gurol-Urganci, Ipek, Atun, Rifat, Car, Josip. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2012;12():CD007457

Summary of: The signs and symptoms of tooth wear in a referred group of patients
Chadwick, R. G.. British Dental Journal. 2012;213(6):290-1

Systematic review of quality of reporting, outcome measurements and methods to study efficacy of preventive and therapeutic approaches to peri-implant diseases
Graziani, Filippo, Figuero, Elena, Herrera, David. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2012;39 Suppl 12():224-44

The association of denture stomatitis and partial removable dental prostheses: a systematic review
Emami, Elham, Taraf, Hanan, de Grandmont, Pierre, Gauthier, Gilles, de Koninck, Louis, Lamarche, Claude, de Souza, Raphael F.. International Journal of Prosthodontics. 2012;25(2):113-9

The association of tooth loss with all-cause and circulatory mortality. Is there a benefit of replaced teeth? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Polzer, Ines, Schwahn, Christian, Volzke, Henry, Mundt, Torsten, Biffar, Reiner. Clinical Oral Investigations. 2012;16(2):333-51

The prevalence of oral and peri-oral piercings in young adults: a systematic review
Hennequin-Hoenderdos, N. L., Slot, D. E., Van der Weijden, G. A.. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2012;10(3):223-8

Treatment of adult patients with edentulous arches: a systematic review
Rohlin, Madeleine, Nilner, Krister, Davidson, Thomas, Gynther, Goran, Hultin, Margareta, Jemt, Torsten, Lekholm, Ulf, Nordenram, Gunilla, Norlund, Anders, Sunnegardh-Gronberg, Karin, Tranaeus, Sofia. International Journal of Prosthodontics. 2012;25(6):553-67

Administration of articaine anesthesia may lead to superior profound pulpal anesthesia compared with lidocaine in adult patients
Balto, K.. The Journal of Evidencebased Dental Practice. 2011;11(4):183-4

Causal assessment of smoking and tooth loss: a systematic review of observational studies
Hanioka, T., Ojima, M., Tanaka, K., Matsuo, K., Sato, F., Tanaka, H.. BMC Public Health. 2011;11():221

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

Dentin hypersensitivity and oxalates: a systematic review
Cunha-Cruz, J., Stout, J. R., Heaton, L. J., Wataha, J. C., Northwest, Precedent. Journal of Dental Research. 2011;90(3):304-10

Effectiveness of laser in dentinal hypersensitivity treatment: a systematic review
Sgolastra, F., Petrucci, A., Gatto, R., Monaco, A.. Journal of Endodontics. 2011;37(3):297-303

Effectiveness of laser therapy and topical desensitising agents in treating dentine hypersensitivity: a systematic review
He, S., Wang, Y., Li, X., Hu, D.. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. 2011;38(5):348-58

Incidence and prevention of osteoradionecrosis after dental extraction in irradiated patients: a systematic review
Nabil, S., Samman, N.. International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2011;40(3):229-43

Laser therapy for dentine hypersensitivity
Cunha-Cruz, J.. Evidence-Based Dentistry. 2011;12(3):74-5

Oral findings in Rett syndrome: a systematic review of the dental literature
Fuertes-Gonzalez, M. C., Silvestre, F. J., Almerich-Silla, J. M.. Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral y Cirugia Bucal. 2011;16(1):e37-41

Oral health of seafarers - a review
Sobotta, B. A., Reiber, T., Nitschke, I.. International Maritime Health. 2011;62(1):8-16

The impact of hospitalization on oral health: a systematic review
Terezakis, E., Needleman, I., Kumar, N., Moles, D., Agudo, E.. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2011;38(7):628-36

There is no difference with regard to hard and/or soft tissue safety between oscillating-rotating powered brushes and manual toothbrushes
Farsi, N. J., Nicolau, B.. The Journal of Evidencebased Dental Practice. 2011;11(4):168-70

Breath malodor reduction with use of a stannous-containing sodium fluoride dentifrice: a meta-analysis of four randomized and controlled clinical trials
Feng, X., Chen, X., Cheng, R., Sun, L., Zhang, Y., He, T.. American Journal of Dentistry. 2010;23 Spec No B():27B-31B

Compliance with infection control recommendations in South African dental practices: a review of studies published between 1990 and 2007
Oosthuysen J, Potgieter E, Blignaut E. International Dental Journal. 2010;60(3):181-9

Diagnosis of vertical root fractures in endodontically treated teeth based on clinical and radiographic indices: a systematic review
Tsesis, I., Rosen, E., Tamse, A., Taschieri, S., Kfir, A.. Journal of Endodontics. 2010;36(9):1455-8

Effectiveness of mechanical tongue cleaning on breath odour and tongue coating: a systematic review
Van der Sleen, M. I., Slot, D. E., Van Trijffel, E., Winkel, E. G., Van der Weijden, G. A.. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2010;8(4):258-68

Efficacy of pre- and postirradiation hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the prevention of postextraction osteoradionecrosis: a systematic review
Fritz, G. W., Gunsolley, J. C., Abubaker, O., Laskin, D. M.. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(11):2653-60

Oral signs in the diagnosis of celiac disease: review of the literature
Giuca MR, Cei G, Gigli F, Gandini P. Minerva Stomatologica. 2010;59(1-2):33-43

Systematic review of the prevalence of tooth wear in children and adolescents
Kreulen CM, Van 't Spijker A, Rodriguez JM, Bronkhorst EM, Creugers NH, Bartlett DW, Creugers NHJ. Caries Research. 2010;44(2):151-9

Tooth loss and oral health-related quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Gerritsen, Anneloes E., Allen, P. Finbarr, Witter, Dick J., Bronkhorst, Ewald M., Creugers, Nico H. J.. Health & Quality of Life Outcomes. 2010;8():126

A systematic review of musculoskeletal disorders among dental professionals
Hayes M, Cockrell D, Smith DR. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2009;7(3):159-65

Exploring the link between microorganisms and oral cancer: a systematic review of the literature
Hooper SJ, Wilson MJ, Crean SJ. Head & Neck. 2009;31(9):1228-39

Posturography as a diagnostic aid in dentistry: a systematic review
Perinetti, G., Contardo, L.. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. 2009;36(12):922-36

Prevalence of tooth wear in adults
Van't Spijker A, Rodriguez JM, Kreulen CM, Bronkhorst EM, Bartlett DW, Creugers NH. International Journal of Prosthodontics. 2009;22(1):35-42

Treatment of bruxism in children: a systematic review
Restrepo, C., Gomez, S., Manrique, R.. Quintessence International. 2009;40(10):849-55

Treatment of bruxism in individuals with developmental disabilities: a systematic review
Lang R, White PJ, Machalicek W, Rispoli M, Kang S, Aquilar J, O'Reilly M, Sigafoos J, Lancioni G, Didden R. Research in Developmental Disabilities. 2009;30(5):809-18

Idiopathic root resorption of the entire permanent dentition: systematic review and report of a case
Sogur E, Sogur Hd, Baksi Akdeniz BG, Sen BH. Dental Traumatology. 2008;24(4):490-5

Mouthrinses for the treatment of halitosis
Fedorowicz Z, Aljufairi H, Nasser M, Outhouse TL, Pedrazzi V. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2008;(4):CD006701

Systematic review: gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and dental lesions
Pace F, Pallotta S, Tonini M, Vakil N, Bianchi Porro G. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2008;27(12):1179-86

The NTI-tss device for the therapy of bruxism, temporomandibular disorders, and headache - where do we stand? A qualitative systematic review of the literature
Stapelmann H, Turp JC. BMC Oral Health. 2008;8():22

Attrition, occlusion, (dys)function, and intervention: a systematic review
van 't Spijker A, Kreulen CM, Creugers NH. Clin Oral Implants Res. 2007;18 Suppl 3():117-26

Diagnosing abuse: a systematic review of torn frenum and other intra-oral injuries
Maguire S, Hunter B, Hunter L, Sibert JR, Mann M, Kemp AM. Arch Dis Child. 2007;92(12):1113-7

A Cochrane systematic review finds tongue scrapers have short-term efficacy in controlling halitosis
Outhouse TL, Fedorowicz Z, Keenan JV, Al-Alawi R. Gen Dent. 2006;54(5):352-9; 360, 367-8; quiz 360

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

Oral health status and health-related quality of life: a systematic review
Naito M, Yuasa H, Nomura Y, Nakayama T, Hamajima N, Hanada N. J Oral Sci. 2006;48(1):1-7

Oral stereognostic ability: a test of oral perception
Ahmed B, Hussain M, Yazdanie N. J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2006;16(12):794-8

Potassium containing toothpastes for dentine hypersensitivity
Poulsen S, Errboe M, Lescay Mevil Y, Glenny AM. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006;3():CD001476

Tongue scraping for treating halitosis
Outhouse TL, Al-Alawi R, Fedorowicz Z, Keenan JV. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006;(2):CD005519

Trends and characteristics of oral and maxillofacial injuries in Nigeria: a review of the literature
Adeyemo WL, Ladeinde AL, Ogunlewe MO, James O. Head & Face Medicine. 2005;1():7

Dental fear in adults: a meta-analysis of behavioral interventions
Kvale G, Berggren U, Milgrom P. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 2004;32(4):250-64

Domestic violence screening and intervention programmes for adults with dental or facial injury
Coulthard P, Yong S, Adamson L, Warburton A, Worthington HV, Esposito M. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(2):CD004486

Meta analysis of the treatment-related factors of external apical root resorption
Segal GR, Schiffman PH, Tuncay OC. Orthod Craniofac Res. 2004;7(2):71-8

Moyer's method of mixed dentition analysis: a meta-analysis
Buwembo W, Luboga S. African Health Sciences. 2004;4(1):63-6

Drugs and bruxism: a critical review
Winocur E, Gavish A, Voikovitch M, Emodi-Perlman A, Eli I. J Orofac Pain. 2003;17(2):99-111

Multiple idiopathic cervical root resorption: systematic review and report of four cases
Liang H, Burkes EJ, Frederiksen NL. Dentomaxillofac Radiol. 2003;32(3):150-5

Pharmacologic interventions in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders, atypical facial pain, and burning mouth syndrome. A qualitative systematic review
List T, Axelsson S, Leijon G. J Orofac Pain. 2003;17(4):301-10

Systematic review of adherence to infection control guidelines in dentistry
Gordon BL, Burke FJ, Bagg J, Marlborough HS, McHugh ES. J Dent. 2001;29(8):509-16

Systematic review of population-based epidemiological studies of oro-facial pain
Macfarlane TV, Glenny AM, Worthington HV. J Dent. 2001;29(7):451-67

Effect of postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy on dental outcomes: systematic review of the literature and pharmacoeconomic analysis
Allen IE, Monroe M, Connelly J, Cintron R, Ross SD. Manag Care Interface. 2000;13(4):93-9

Structured review of enamel erosion literature (1980-1998): a critical appraisal of experimental, clinical and review publications
Maupome G, Ray JM. Oral Dis. 2000;6(4):197-207

A systematic review of the relationship between overjet size and traumatic dental injuries
Nguyen QV, Bezemer PD, Habets L, Prahl-Andersen B. Eur J Orthod. 1999;21(5):503-15

The effect of musculoskeletal facial pain on registration of maxillomandibular relationships and treatment planning: a synthesis of the literature
Obrez A, Turp JC. J Prosthet Dent. 1998;79(4):439-45

Music research in medical/dental treatment: meta-analysis and clinical applications
Standley JM. J Music Ther. 1986;23(2):56-122

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A meta-analysis of the published literature on the effectiveness of antimicrobial soaps
Montville, R., Schaffner, D. W., Montville, Rebecca, Schaffner, Donald W.. Journal of Food Protection. ;74(11):1875-82

Calcium supplements and risk of myocardial infarction: a hypothesis formulated but not yet adequately tested
Hennekens, C. H., Barice, E. J., Hennekens, Charles H., Barice, E. Joan. American Journal of Medicine. ;124(12):1097-8

Physical therapy for Bell's palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis)
Teixeira, L. J., Valbuza, J. S., Prado, G. F., Teixeira, Lazaro J., Valbuza, Juliana S., Prado, Gilmar F.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. ;12():CD006283

The impact of dental treatment on employment outcomes: A systematic review
Singhal, Sonica, Correa, Rejane, Quinonez, Carlos. Health Policy. 2013;109(1):88-96

Are procedures performed by dental auxiliaries safe and of comparable quality? A systematic review
Dasanayake, A. P., Brar, B. S., Matta, S., Ranjan, V. K., Norman, R. G.. Journal of the California Dental Association. 2012;40(1):65-78

Bisphosphonates in multiple myeloma: a network meta-analysis
Mhaskar, Rahul, Redzepovic, Jasmina, Wheatley, Keith, Clark, Otavio Augusto Camara, Miladinovic, Branko, Glasmacher, Axel, Kumar, Ambuj, Djulbegovic, Benjamin. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2012;5():CD003188

Effect of periodontal therapy on prevention of gastric Helicobacter pylori recurrence: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Bouziane, Amal, Ahid, Samir, Abouqal, Redouane, Ennibi, Oumkeltoum. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. 2012;39(12):1166-73

Human papillomavirus related head and neck cancer survival: A systematic review and meta-analysis
O'Rorke, M. A., Ellison, M. V., Murray, L. J., Moran, M., James, J., Anderson, L. A.. Oral Oncology. 2012;48(12):1191-201

Hyaluronic acid for the treatment of osteoarthritis in all joints except the knee: what is the current evidence?
Colen, Sascha, Haverkamp, Daniel, Mulier, Michiel, van den Bekerom, Michel P. J.. Biodrugs. 2012;26(2):101-12

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for late radiation tissue injury
Bennett, Michael H., Feldmeier, John, Hampson, Neil, Smee, Robert, Milross, Christopher. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2012;5():CD005005

Is cleft severity related to maxillary growth in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate?
Chiu, Yu-Ting, Liao, Yu-Fang. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2012;49(5):535-40

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis-and now?: a systematic literature review of changes in craniofacial morphology
von Bremen, Julia, Ruf, Sabine. Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics. 2012;73(4):265-76

Might infection explain the higher risk of coronary heart disease in South Asians? Systematic review comparing prevalence rates with white populations in developed countries
Stefler, D., Bhopal, R., Fischbacher, C. M.. Public Health. 2012;126(5):397-409

Risk of malignancy in thyroid incidentalomas detected by 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography: a systematic review
Soelberg, Kerstin Kathrine, Bonnema, Steen Joop, Brix, Thomas Heiberg, Hegedus, Laszlo. Thyroid. 2012;22(9):918-25

Separating fact from fiction: use of high-level evidence from research syntheses to identify diseases and disorders associated with periodontal disease
Azarpazhooh, Amir, Tenenbaum, Howard C.. Journal (Canadian Dental Association). 2012;78():c25

The forgotten role of alcohol: a systematic review and meta-analysis of the clinical efficacy and perceived role of chlorhexidine in skin antisepsis
Maiwald, Matthias, Chan, Edwin S. Y.. PLoS ONE [Electronic Resource]. 2012;7(9):e44277

The role of alcohol dehydrogenase genes in head and neck cancers: a systematic review and meta-analysis of ADH1B and ADH1C
Chang, Jeffrey S., Straif, Kurt, Guha, Neela. Mutagenesis. 2012;27(3):275-86

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

Are mobile phones and handheld computers being used to enhance delivery of psychiatric treatment? A systematic review
Ehrenreich, B., Righter, B., Rocke, D. A., Dixon, L., Himelhoch, S.. Journal of Nervous & Mental Disease. 2011;199(11):886-91

Association between food intake and oral health in elderly: SEPAHAN systematic review no. 8
Kazemi, Shantia, Savabi, Ghazal, Khazaei, Saber, Savabi, Omid, Esmaillzadeh, Ahmad, Keshteli, Ammar Hassanzadeh, Adibi, Peyman. Dental Research Journal. 2011;8(Suppl 1):S15-20

Asthma and caries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Alavaikko, S., Jaakkola, M. S., Tjaderhane, L., Jaakkola, J. J.. American Journal of Epidemiology. 2011;174(6):631-41

Bone graft substitutes in hip revision surgery: a comprehensive overview
Beswick, A., Blom, A. W.. Injury. 2011;42 Suppl 2():S40-6

Bone substitutes in the Netherlands - a systematic literature review
Van der Stok, J., Van Lieshout, E. M., El-Massoudi, Y., Van Kralingen, G. H., Patka, P.. Acta Biomaterialia. 2011;7(2):739-50

Botulinum toxin treatment of secondary headaches and cranial neuralgias: a review of evidence
Linde, M., Hagen, K., Stovner, L. J.. Acta Neurologica Scandinavica. 2011;Supplementum.(191):50-5

Chronic kidney disease: Levels of phosphorus and patient outcomes
Foley, R. N.. Nature Reviews Nephrology. 2011;7(8):428-30

Combination therapy for pain management in inflammatory arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, other spondyloarthritis)
Ramiro, S., Radner, H., van der Heijde, D., van Tubergen, A., Buchbinder, R., Aletaha, D., Landewe, R. B.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2011;(10):CD008886

Combined antiviral therapy of hepatitis C virus in dialysis patients: meta-analysis of clinical trials
Fabrizi, F., Dixit, V., Martin, P., Messa, P.. Journal of Viral Hepatitis. 2011;18(7):e263-9

Consensus based clinical guideline for oral hygiene in the critically ill
Berry, A. M., Davidson, P. M., Nicholson, L., Pasqualotto, C., Rolls, K.. Intensive & Critical Care Nursing. 2011;27(4):180-5

Diagnostic accuracy of the ID Migraine: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Cousins, G., Hijazze, S., Van de Laar, F. A., Fahey, T.. Headache. 2011;51(7):1140-8

Do calcium supplements increase the risk of myocardial infarction?
Anonymous,. Medical Letter on Drugs & Therapeutics. 2011;53(1375):83

Does birthweight predict bone mass in adulthood? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Baird, J., Kurshid, M. A., Kim, M., Harvey, N., Dennison, E., Cooper, C.. Osteoporosis International. 2011;22(5):1323-34

Facial exercise therapy for facial palsy: systematic review and meta-analysis
Pereira, L. M., Obara, K., Dias, J. M., Menacho, M. O., Lavado, E. L., Cardoso, J. R.. Clinical Rehabilitation. 2011;25(7):649-58

Internal versus external fixation for unstable distal radius fractures: an up-to-date meta-analysis
Cui, Z., Pan, J., Yu, B., Zhang, K., Xiong, X.. International Orthopaedics. 2011;35(9):1333-41

Meta-analysis: insulin resistance and sustained virological response in hepatitis C
Eslam, M., Aparcero, R., Kawaguchi, T., Del Campo, J. A., Sata, M., Khattab, M. A., Romero-Gomez, M.. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. 2011;34(3):297-305

Nasal septal abscess in children: from diagnosis to management and prevention
Alshaikh, N., Lo, S.. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. 2011;75(6):737-44

Prevention of infections associated with combat-related eye, maxillofacial, and neck injuries
Petersen, K., Colyer, M. H., Hayes, D. K., Hale, R. G., Bell, R. B., Prevention of Combat-Related Infections Guidelines, Panel. Journal of Trauma-Injury Infection & Critical Care. 2011;71(2 Suppl 2):S264-9

Systematic review of the literature on nitinol prostheses in surgery for otosclerosis: assessment of the adequacy of statistical power
Van Rompaey, V., Claes, G., Potvin, J., Wouters, K., Van de Heyning, P. H.. Otology & Neurotology. 2011;32(3):357-66

Systematic review on interventions to improve osteoporosis investigation and treatment in fragility fracture patients
Sale, J. E., Beaton, D., Posen, J., Elliot-Gibson, V., Bogoch, E.. Osteoporosis International. 2011;22(7):2067-82

Unexplained fractures: child abuse or bone disease? A systematic review
Pandya, N. K., Baldwin, K., Kamath, A. F., Wenger, D. R., Hosalkar, H. S.. Clinical Orthopaedics & Related Research. 2011;469(3):805-12

[Vitamin D3 in prevention of diseases in adults--a systematic review]
Lach, K., Krajewski-Siuda, K.. Wiadomosci Lekarskie. 2010;63(4):316-30

Alterations in the nasopharyngeal bacterial flora after adenoidectomy in children: a systematic review
Aarts JW, van den Aardweg MT, Rovers MM, Bonten MJ, Schilder AG, Aarts JWM, van den Aardweg MTA, Bonten MJM, Schilder AGM. Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery. 2010;142(1):15-20.e1

Antibiotic prophylaxis for dental procedures to prevent indwelling venous catheter-related infections
Hong, C. H., Allred, R., Napenas, J. J., Brennan, M. T., Baddour, L. M., Lockhart, P. B.. American Journal of Medicine. 2010;123(12):1128-33

Avoiding wrong site surgery: a systematic review
Devine J, Chutkan N, Norvell DC, Dettori JR. Spine. 2010;35(9 Suppl):S28-36

Calcium phosphate cements in skull reconstruction: a meta-analysis
Afifi, A. M., Gordon, C. R., Pryor, L. S., Sweeney, W., Papay, F. A., Zins, J. E.. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2010;126(4):1300-9

Cervical and oral teratoma in the fetus: a systematic review of etiology, pathology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis
Tonni, G., De Felice, C., Centini, G., Ginanneschi, C.. Archives of Gynecology & Obstetrics. 2010;282(4):355-61

Effect of calcium supplements on risk of myocardial infarction and cardiovascular events: meta-analysis
Bolland MJ, Avenell A, Baron JA, Grey A, MacLennan GS, Gamble GD, Reid IR. BMJ. 2010;341():c3691

Efficacy and safety of corticosteroid injections and other injections for management of tendinopathy: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials
Coombes, B. K., Bisset, L., Vicenzino, B.. Lancet. 2010;376(9754):1751-67

Evaluation of the treatment effect of NSAIDs/TNF blockers according to different domains in ankylosing spondylitis: results of a meta-analysis
Escalas, C., Trijau, S., Dougados, M.. Rheumatology. 2010;49(7):1317-25

Hard palate perforation in cocaine abusers: a systematic review
Silvestre, F. J., Perez-Herbera, A., Puente-Sandoval, A., Bagan, J. V.. Clinical Oral Investigations. 2010;14(6):621-8

Human population studies with the exfoliated buccal micronucleus assay: statistical and epidemiological issues
Ceppi M, Biasotti B, Fenech M, Bonassi S. Mutation Research. 2010;705(1):11-9

Management and outcomes of facial paralysis from intratemporal blunt trauma: a systematic review
Nash, J. J., Friedland, D. R., Boorsma, K. J., Rhee, J. S.. Laryngoscope. 2010;120 Suppl 4():S214

Meta-analysis of intraoperative povidone-iodine application to prevent surgical-site infection
Fournel, I., Tiv, M., Soulias, M., Hua, C., Astruc, K., Aho Glele, L. S.. British Journal of Surgery. 2010;97(11):1603-13

Meta-analysis of the etiology of odontogenic maxillary sinusitis
Arias-Irimia O, Barona-Dorado C, Santos-Marino JA, Martinez-Rodriguez N, Martinez-Gonzalez JM. Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral y Cirugia Bucal. 2010;15(1):e70-3

Radiation dose-volume effects in the larynx and pharynx
Rancati T, Schwarz M, Allen AM, Feng F, Popovtzer A, Mittal B, Eisbruch A. International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics. 2010;76(3 Suppl):S64-9

Salivary cortisol in depressed patients versus control persons: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Knorr, U., Vinberg, M., Kessing, L. V., Wetterslev, J.. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2010;35(9):1275-86

Sarcoidosis of the submandibular gland: A systematic review
Vourexakis, Z., Dulguerov, P., Bouayed, S., Burkhardt, K., Landis, B. N.. American Journal of Otolaryngology. 2010;31(6):424-8

Serious infections in patients with ankylosing spondylitis with and without TNF blockers: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised placebo-controlled trials
Fouque-Aubert, A., Jette-Paulin, L., Combescure, C., Basch, A., Tebib, J., Gossec, L.. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. 2010;69(10):1756-61

Systematic review and cost analysis comparing use of chlorhexidine with use of iodine for preoperative skin antisepsis to prevent surgical site infection
Lee, I., Agarwal, R. K., Lee, B. Y., Fishman, N. O., Umscheid, C. A.. Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology. 2010;31(12):1219-29

Systematic review and meta-analysis of preoperative antisepsis with chlorhexidine versus povidone-iodine in clean-contaminated surgery
Noorani, A., Rabey, N., Walsh, S. R., Davies, R. J.. British Journal of Surgery. 2010;97(11):1614-20

Systematic review of systemic antibiotic treatment for children with chronic and sub-acute pyogenic osteomyelitis
Howard-Jones, A. R., Isaacs, D.. Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health. 2010;46(12):736-41

Systematic review to support the development of nutrient reference intake values: challenges and solutions
Chung M, Balk EM, Ip S, Lee J, Terasawa T, Raman G, Trikalinos T, Lichtenstein AH, Lau J. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2010;92(2):273-6

The clinical characteristics of vitamin D deficiency in childhood: a systematic literature review of Japanese patients
Akazawa, Y., Shiohara, M., Amano, Y., Uchida, N., Nakamura, S., Minami, I., Yasui, K., Kurata, K., Koike, K.. Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology. 2010;23(7):675-84

The effect of whole body vibration exposure on muscle or bone morphology and function in older adults: a systematic review of the literature
Mikhael M, Orr R, Fiatarone Singh MA. Maturitas. 2010;66(2):150-7

The effects of oral-motor exercises on swallowing in children: an evidence-based systematic review
Arvedson, J., Clark, H., Lazarus, C., Schooling, T., Frymark, T.. Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology. 2010;52(11):1000-13

The influence of hydroxyapatite coating of external fixator pins on pin loosening and pin track infection: a systematic review
Saithna A. Injury. 2010;41(2):128-32

Tissue adhesives for closure of surgical incisions
Coulthard P, Esposito M, Worthington HV, van der Elst M, van Waes OJ, Darcey J, van Waes OJF. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2010;5():CD004287

Tonsillectomy for periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis and cervical adenitis syndrome (PFAPA)
Burton, M. J., Pollard, A. J., Ramsden, J. D.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2010;9():CD008669

Use of tissue glue for surgical incision closure: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Chow A, Marshall H, Zacharakis E, Paraskeva P, Purkayastha S. Journal of the American College of Surgeons. 2010;211(1):114-25

Bisphosphonates and atrial fibrillation: Bayesian meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials and observational studies
Mak A, Cheung MW, Ho RC, Cheak AA, Lau CS, Cheung MWL, Ho RC-M, Cheak AA-C. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. 2009;10():113

Childhood atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor of the central nervous system: a meta-analysis of observational studies
Athale UH, Duckworth J, Odame I, Barr R. Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. 2009;31(9):651-63

Chlorination disinfection by-products in drinking water and congenital anomalies: review and meta-analyses
Nieuwenhuijsen MJ, Martinez D, Grellier J, Bennett J, Best N, Iszatt N, Vrijheid M, Toledano MB. Environmental Health Perspectives. 2009;117(10):1486-93

Electropalatography for articulation disorders associated with cleft palate
Lee AS, Law J, Gibbon FE. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2009;(3):CD006854

End stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Ambrosino N, Gherardi M, Carpene N. Pneumonologia i Alergologia Polska. 2009;77(2):173-9

Evidence-based systematic review: effects of nonspeech oral motor exercises on speech
McCauley RJ, Strand E, Lof GL, Schooling T, Frymark T. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology. 2009;18(4):343-60

Fibrous dysplasia: a systematic review
MacDonald-Jankowski D. Dento-Maxillo-Facial Radiology. 2009;38(4):196-215

Functional brain imaging of swallowing: an activation likelihood estimation meta-analysis
Soros P, Inamoto Y, Martin RE. Human Brain Mapping. 2009;30(8):2426-39

Interventions for cutaneous molluscum contagiosum
van der Wouden JC, van der Sande R, van Suijlekom-Smit LW, Berger M, Butler C, Koning S. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2009;(4):CD004767

Lemierre's syndrome: A systematic review
Karkos PD, Asrani S, Karkos CD, Leong SC, Theochari EG, Alexopoulou TD, Assimakopoulos AD. Laryngoscope. 2009;119(8):1552-9

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

Meta-analysis of surgical techniques for preventing parotidectomy sequelae
Curry JM, King N, Reiter D, Fisher K, Heffelfinger RN, Pribitkin EA. Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. 2009;11(5):327-31

Scalp necrosis in giant cell arteritis: case report and review of the relevance of this cutaneous sign of large-vessel vasculitis
Tsianakas A, Ehrchen JM, Presser D, Fischer T, Kruse-Loesler B, Luger TA, Sunderkoetter C. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2009;61(4):701-6

Systematic review: the extra-oesophageal symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in children
Tolia V, Vandenplas Y. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. 2009;29(3):258-72

The management of otitis media with early routine insertion of grommets in children with cleft palate -- a systematic review
Ponduri S, Bradley R, Ellis PE, Brookes ST, Sandy JR, Ness AR. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2009;46(1):30-8

The somatotopy of speech: phonation and articulation in the human motor cortex
Brown S, Laird AR, Pfordresher PQ, Thelen SM, Turkeltaub P, Liotti M. Brain & Cognition. 2009;70(1):31-41

Utility of intraoperative electromyography in microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm: a meta-analysis
Sekula RF, Jr., Bhatia S, Frederickson AM, Jannetta PJ, Quigley MR, Small GA, Breisinger R. Neurosurgical Focus. 2009;27(4):E10

Ablation of painful metastatic bone tumors: a systematic review
Carrafiello G, Lagana D, Pellegrino C, Mangini M, Fontana F, Piacentino F, Recaldini C, Rovera F, Dionigi G, Boni L, Fugazzola C. International Journal Of Surgery. 2008;6 Suppl 1():S47-52

Oral hygiene with chlorhexidine in preventing pneumonia associated with mechanical ventilation
Beraldo CC, Andrade D. Jornal Brasileiro De Pneumologia: Publicacao Oficial Da Sociedade Brasileira De Pneumologia E Tisilogia. 2008;34(9):707-14

Pain associated with multiple sclerosis: systematic review and proposed classification
O'Connor AB, Schwid SR, Herrmann DN, Markman JD, Dworkin RH. Pain. 2008;137(1):96-111

Surgical hand antisepsis to reduce surgical site infection
Tanner J, Swarbrook S, Stuart J. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008;(1):CD004288

Nerve Problems

Systematic Reviews

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Topiramate versus carbamazepine for the treatment of classical trigeminal neuralgia: a meta-analysis
Wang, Q. P., Bai, M., Wang, Qiang-Ping, Bai, Min. CNS Drugs. ;25(10):847-57

Botulinum toxin treatment of secondary headaches and cranial neuralgias: a review of evidence
Linde, M., Hagen, K., Stovner, L. J.. Acta Neurologica Scandinavica. 2011;Supplementum.(191):50-5

Corticosteroid and antiviral therapy for Bell's palsy: a network meta-analysis
Numthavaj, P., Thakkinstian, A., Dejthevaporn, C., Attia, J.. BMC Neurology. 2011;11():1

Microvascular decompression for elderly patients with trigeminal neuralgia: a prospective study and systematic review with meta-analysis
Sekula, R. F., Jr., Frederickson, A. M., Jannetta, P. J., Quigley, M. R., Aziz, K. M., Arnone, G. D.. Journal of Neurosurgery. 2011;114(1):172-9

Neurosurgical interventions for the treatment of classical trigeminal neuralgia
Zakrzewska, J. M., Akram, H.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2011;9():CD007312

Non-antiepileptic drugs for trigeminal neuralgia
Yang, M., Zhou, M., He, L., Chen, N., Zakrzewska, J. M.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2011;1():CD004029

Surgical interventions for the early management of Bell's palsy
McAllister, K., Walker, D., Donnan, P. T., Swan, I.. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2011;2():CD007468

A systematic review on acupuncture for trigeminal neuralgia
Liu, H., Li, H., Xu, M., Chung, K. F., Zhang, S. P.. Alternative Therapies in Health & Medicine. 2010;16(6):30-5

Acupuncture for Bell's palsy
Chen N, Zhou M, He L, Zhou D, Li N. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2010;8():CD002914

Corticosteroids for Bell's palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis)
Salinas RA, Alvarez G, Daly F, Ferreira J. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2010;3():CD001942

Management and outcomes of facial paralysis from intratemporal blunt trauma: a systematic review
Nash JJ, Friedland DR, Boorsma KJ, Rhee JS. Laryngoscope. 2010;120(7):1397-404

Antiviral treatment for Bell's palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis)
Lockhart P, Daly F, Pitkethly M, Comerford N, Sullivan F. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2009;(4):CD001869

Combined corticosteroid and antiviral treatment for Bell palsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis
de Almeida JR, Al Khabori M, Guyatt GH, Witterick IJ, Lin VY, Nedzelski JM, Chen JM. JAMA. 2009;302(9):985-93

Corticosteroids vs corticosteroids plus antiviral agents in the treatment of Bell palsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Goudakos JK, Markou KD. Archives of Otolaryngology -- Head & Neck Surgery. 2009;135(6):558-64

The benefits of steroids versus steroids plus antivirals for treatment of Bell's palsy: a meta-analysis
Quant EC, Jeste SS, Muni RH, Cape AV, Bhussar MK, Peleg AY. BMJ. 2009;339():b3354

Effects of exercises on Bell's palsy: systematic review of randomized controlled trials
Cardoso JR, Teixeira EC, Moreira MD, Favero FM, Fontes SV, Bulle de Oliveira AS. Otol Neurotol. 2008;29(4):557-60

Physical therapy for Bell s palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis)
Teixeira LJ, Soares BG, Vieira VP, Prado GF. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008;(3):CD006283

Drug treatment of trigeminal neuralgia: a systematic review of the literature
Chole R, Patil R, Degwekar SS, Bhowate RR. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2007;65(1):40-5

Acupuncture for Bell's palsy
He L, Zhou D, Wu B, Li N, Zhou MK. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(1):CD002914

Systematic review of ablative neurosurgical techniques for the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia
Lopez BC, Hamlyn PJ, Zakrzewska JM. Neurosurgery. 2004;54(4):973-82; discussion 982-3

The saga of the lingual nerve: a review of the literature
Smith A. Ann R Australas Coll Dent Surg. 2002;16():111-2

Should children with Bell's palsy be treated with corticosteroids? A systematic review
Salman MS, MacGregor DL. J Child Neurol. 2001;16(8):565-8

Corticosteroid treatment for idiopathic facial nerve paralysis: a meta-analysis
Ramsey MJ, DerSimonian R, Holtel MR, Burgess LP. Laryngoscope. 2000;110(3 Pt 1):335-41

Management of facial nerve injury due to temporal bone trauma
Chang CY, Cass SP. Am J Otol. 1999;20(1):96-114

Peripheral facial palsy: etiology, diagnosis and treatment
Roob G, Fazekas F, Hartung HP. Eur Neurol. 1999;41(1):3-9

Recommendations for management of trigeminal nerve defects based on a critical appraisal of the literature
Dodson TB, Kaban LB. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 1997;55(12):1380-6; discussion 1387

Salivary Problems

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A systematic review and meta-analysis of the diagnostic accuracy of frozen section for parotid gland lesions
Schmidt, R. L., Hunt, J. P., Hall, B. J., Wilson, A. R., Layfield, L. J.. American Journal of Clinical Pathology. 2011;136(5):729-38

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy for salivary gland lesions
Schmidt, R. L., Hall, B. J., Layfield, L. J.. American Journal of Clinical Pathology. 2011;136(4):516-26

Defining salivary biomarkers using mass spectrometry-based proteomics: a systematic review
Al-Tarawneh, S. K., Border, M. B., Dibble, C. F., Bencharit, S.. Omics a Journal of Integrative Biology. 2011;15(6):353-61

A systematic review of salivary gland hypofunction and xerostomia induced by cancer therapies: management strategies and economic impact
Jensen, S. B., Pedersen, A. M., Vissink, A., Andersen, E., Brown, C. G., Davies, A. N., Dutilh, J., Fulton, J. S., Jankovic, L., Lopes, N. N., Mello, A. L., Muniz, L. V., Murdoch-Kinch, C. A., Nair, R. G., et al. Supportive Care in Cancer. 2010;18(8):1061-79

A systematic review of salivary gland hypofunction and xerostomia induced by cancer therapies: prevalence, severity and impact on quality of life
Jensen, S. B., Pedersen, A. M., Vissink, A., Andersen, E., Brown, C. G., Davies, A. N., Dutilh, J., Fulton, J. S., Jankovic, L., Lopes, N. N., Mello, A. L., Muniz, L. V., Murdoch-Kinch, C. A., et al. Supportive Care in Cancer. 2010;18(8):1039-60

Clinical effectiveness and safety of acupuncture in the treatment of irradiation-induced xerostomia in patients with head and neck cancer: a systematic review
O'Sullivan, E. M., Higginson, I. J.. Acupuncture in Medicine. 2010;28(4):191-9

Fine-needle aspiration cytology of salivary gland lesions: a systematic review
Colella G, Cannavale R, Flamminio F, Foschini MP. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. 2010;68(9):2146-53

Salivary gland biopsy: a comprehensive review of techniques and related complications
Colella, G., Cannavale, R., Vicidomini, A., Itro, A.. Rheumatology. 2010;49(11):2117-21

Treatment of primary Sjogren syndrome: a systematic review
Ramos-Casals M, Tzioufas AG, Stone JH, Siso A, Bosch X. JAMA. 2010;304(4):452-60

Amifostine for salivary glands in high-dose radioactive iodine treated differentiated thyroid cancer
Ma C, Xie J, Chen Q, Wang G, Zuo S. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2009;(4):CD007956

Prevalence and definition of drooling in Parkinson's disease: a systematic review
Kalf JG, de Swart BJM, Borm GF, Bloem BR, Munneke M. Journal of Neurology. 2009;256(9):1391-6

Sialodochostomy as treatment for imperforate submandibular duct: a systematic literature review and report of two cases
Rosow DE, Ward RF, April MM. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. 2009;73(12):1613-5

Surgical management of drooling: a meta-analysis
Reed J, Mans CK, Brietzke SE. Archives of Otolaryngology -- Head & Neck Surgery. 2009;135(9):924-31

Management of salivary flow in head and neck cancer patients--a systematic review
Bomeli SR, Desai SC, Johnson JT, Walvekar RR. Oral Oncology. 2008;44(11):1000-8

Parasympathomimetic drugs for the treatment of salivary gland dysfunction due to radiotherapy
Davies AN, Shorthose K. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(3):CD003782

Salivary dysfunction associated with systemic diseases: systematic review and clinical management recommendations
von Bultzingslowen I, Sollecito TP, Fox PC, Daniels T, Jonsson R, Lockhart PB, Wray D, Brennan MT, Carrozzo M, Gandera B, Fujibayashi T, Navazesh M, Rhodus NL, Schiodt M. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2007;103 Suppl():S57 e1-15

Sialorrhea in Parkinson's disease: a review
Chou KL, Evatt M, Hinson V, Kompoliti K. Mov Disord. 2007;22(16):2306-13

Prevalence of xerostomia in population-based samples: a systematic review
Orellana MF, Lagravere MO, Boychuk DG, Major PW, Flores-Mir C. J Public Health Dent. 2006;66(2):152-8

Acupuncture in xerostomia--a systematic review
Jedel E. J Oral Rehabil. 2005;32(6):392-6

A systematic review for evidence of efficacy of anticholinergic drugs to treat drooling
Jongerius PH, van Tiel P, van Limbeek J, Gabreels FJ, Rotteveel JJ. Arch Dis Child. 2003;88(10):911-4

Treatment of xerostomia: a systematic review of therapeutic trials
Brennan MT, Shariff G, Lockhart PB, Fox PC. Dent Clin North Am. 2002;46(4):847-56

Sleep Apnea and Snoring

Systematic Reviews

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Craniofacial and upper airway morphology in pediatric sleep-disordered breathing: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Katyal, Vandana, Pamula, Yvonne, Martin, A. James, Daynes, Cathal N., Kennedy, J. Declan, Sampson, Wayne J.. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2013;143(1):20-30.e3

Dental and oral anomalies in incontinentia pigmenti: a systematic review
Minic, Snezana, Trpinac, Dusan, Gabriel, Heinz, Gencik, Martin, Obradovic, Miljana. Clinical Oral Investigations. 2013;17(1):1-8

Disc displacement within the human temporomandibular joint: a systematic review of a 'noisy annoyance'
Naeije, M., Te Veldhuis, A. H., Te Veldhuis, E. C., Visscher, C. M., Lobbezoo, F.. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. 2013;40(2):139-58

Gastroesophageal reflux, dental erosion, and halitosis in epidemiological surveys: a systematic review
Marsicano, Juliane A., de Moura-Grec, Patricia G., Bonato, Rafaela C. S., Sales-Peres, Matheus de Carvalho, Sales-Peres, Arsenio, Sales-Peres, Silvia Helena de Carvalho. European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. 2013;25(2):135-41

No need for rescue medication (NNR) as an easily interpretable efficacy outcome measure in analgesic trials: validation in an individual-patient meta-analysis of dental pain placebo-controlled trials of naproxen
Li-Wan-Po, A., Chen, S., Petersen, B., Wang, Y.. Journal of Clinical Pharmacy & Therapeutics. 2013;38(1):36-40

Specific infections as the etiology of destructive periodontal disease: a systematic review
Hujoel, Philippe, Zina, Livia, Cunha-Cruz, Joana, Lopez, Rodrigo. European Journal of Oral Sciences. 2013;121(1):2-6

Team-oriented care for orofacial clefts: a review of the literature
McGrattan, Katlyn, Ellis, Charles. Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal. 2013;50(1):13-8

Effect of low-level laser therapy on pain levels in patients with temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review
Maia, Mila Leite de Moraes, Bonjardim, Leonardo Rigoldi, Quintans, Jullyana de Souza Siqueira, Ribeiro, Maria Amalia Gonzaga, Maia, Luiz Guilherme Martins, Conti, Paulo Cesar Rodrigues. Journal of Applied Oral Science. 2012;20(6):594-602

Oral health promotion interventions on oral yeast in hospitalised and medically compromised patients: a systematic review
Lam, Otto L. T., Bandara, H. M. H. N., Samaranayake, Lakshman P., McGrath, Colman, Li, Leonard S. W.. Mycoses. 2012;55(2):123-42

Scaling and root planing treatment for periodontitis to reduce preterm birth and low birth weight: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Kim, Arthur J., Lo, Alexander J., Pullin, Deborah A., Thornton-Johnson, Darneesh S., Karimbux, Nadeem Y.. Journal of Periodontology. 2012;83(12):1508-19

A systematic review of the efficacy of oral appliance design in the management of obstructive sleep apnoea
Ahrens, A., McGrath, C., Hagg, U.. European Journal of Orthodontics. 2011;33(3):318-24

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

Maxillomandibular advancement for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Holty, J. E., Guilleminault, C.. Sleep Medicine Reviews. 2010;14(5):287-97

Odontostomatological therapeutic possibilities in patients with sleep apnea
Martinez-Gonzalez, J. M., Martinez-Rodriguez, N., Arias-Irimia, O., Martin-Ares, M., Barona-Dorado, C.. Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral y Cirugia Bucal. 2010;15(4):e605-10

Practice parameters for the surgical modifications of the upper airway for obstructive sleep apnea in adults
Aurora, R. N., Casey, K. R., Kristo, D., Auerbach, S., Bista, S. R., Chowdhuri, S., Karippot, A., Lamm, C., Ramar, K., Zak, R., Morgenthaler, T. I., American Academy of Sleep, Medicine. Sleep. 2010;33(10):1408-13

Subjective efficacy of oral appliance design features in the management of obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review
Ahrens, A., McGrath, C., Hagg, U.. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. 2010;138(5):559-76

Surgical modifications of the upper airway for obstructive sleep apnea in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Caples, S. M., Rowley, J. A., Prinsell, J. R., Pallanch, J. F., Elamin, M. B., Katz, S. G., Harwick, J. D.. Sleep. 2010;33(10):1396-407

A systematic review of continuous positive airway pressure for obstructive sleep apnoea-hypopnoea syndrome
McDaid C, Duree KH, Griffin SC, Weatherly HL, Stradling JR, Davies RJ, Sculpher MJ, Westwood ME, Weatherly HLA, Davies RJO. Sleep Medicine Reviews. 2009;13(6):427-36

Continuous positive airway pressure devices for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea-hypopnoea syndrome: a systematic review and economic analysis
McDaid C, Griffin S, Weatherly H, Duree K, van der Burgt M, van Hout S, Akers J, Davies RJ, Sculpher M, Westwood M. Health Technology Assessment. 2009;13(4):iii-iv, xi-xiv, 1-119, 143-274

Effects and side-effects of surgery for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea--a systematic review
Franklin KA, Anttila H, Axelsson S, Gislason T, Maasilta P, Myhre KI, Rehnqvist N. Sleep. 2009;32(1):27-36

Interventions for obstructive sleep apnea in children: a systematic review
Kuhle S, Urschitz MS, Eitner S, Poets CF. Sleep Medicine Reviews. 2009;13(2):123-31

Radiofrequency ablation treatment of soft palate for patients with snoring: a systematic review of effectiveness and adverse effects
Back LJ, Hytonen ML, Roine RP, Malmivaara AO. Laryngoscope. 2009;119(6):1241-50

Surgical procedures and non-surgical devices for the management of non-apnoeic snoring: a systematic review of clinical effects and associated treatment costs
Main C, Liu Z, Welch K, Weiner G, Jones SQ, Stein K. Health Technology Assessment. 2009;13(3):iii, xi-xiv, 1-208

Occlusal splints for treating sleep bruxism (tooth grinding)
Macedo CR, Silva AB, Machado MA, Saconato H, Prado GF. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(4):CD005514

Oral appliances and functional orthopaedic appliances for obstructive sleep apnoea in children
Carvalho FR, Lentini-Oliveira D, Machado MA, Prado GF, Prado LB, Saconato H. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(2):CD005520

Redefining success in airway surgery for obstructive sleep apnea: a meta analysis and synthesis of the evidence
Elshaug AG, Moss JR, Southcott AM, Hiller JE. Sleep. 2007;30(4):461-7

Efficacy and comorbidity of oral appliances in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea: a systematic review and preliminary results of a randomized trial
Hoekema A. Sleep Breath. 2006;10(2):102-3

Oral appliances for obstructive sleep apnoea
Lim J, Lasserson TJ, Fleetham J, Wright J. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006;(1):CD004435

Obstructive sleep apnea and head and neck neoplasms
Rada R. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2005;132(5):794-9

Efficacy and co-morbidity of oral appliances in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea: a systematic review
Hoekema A, Stegenga B, De Bont LG. Crit Rev Oral Biol Med. 2004;15(3):137-55

Sites of obstruction in obstructive sleep apnea
Rama AN, Tekwani SH, Kushida CA. Chest. 2002;122(4):1139-47

Craniofacial structure and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome--a qualitative analysis and meta-analysis of the literature
Miles PG, Vig PS, Weyant RJ, Forrest TD, Rockette HE Jr. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 1996;109(2):163-72