Malformations and anomalies of the branchial arches - Diagnosis and management

The branchial or pharyngeal arches are slits that are located on both sides of the embryo, and from them originate the muscles, bones, cartilage and nerves of the face, head and neck.

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During the process of growth and development of tissues, alterations may occur that lead to sinuses, fistulas or cysts. The location of the alteration determines which branchial arch it belongs to.

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👉 "First and second branchial arch syndromes: multimodality approach" 👈
Senggen E, Laswed T, Meuwly JY, Maestre LA, Jaques B, Meuli R, Gudinchet F. First and second branchial arch syndromes: multimodality approach. Pediatr Radiol. 2011 May;41(5):549-61. doi: 10.1007/s00247-010-1831-3. Epub 2010 Oct 6. PMID: 20924574.

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👉 "Management of congenital third branchial arch anomalies: A systematic review" 👈
Nicoucar K, Giger R, Jaecklin T, Pope HG Jr, Dulguerov P. Management of congenital third branchial arch anomalies: a systematic review. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010 Jan;142(1):21-28.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.otohns.2009.09.001. Epub 2009 Nov 25. PMID: 20096218.

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👉 "Management of congenital fourth branchial arch anomalies: a review and analysis of published cases" 👈
Nicoucar K, Giger R, Pope HG Jr, Jaecklin T, Dulguerov P. Management of congenital fourth branchial arch anomalies: a review and analysis of published cases. J Pediatr Surg. 2009 Jul;44(7):1432-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2008.12.001. PMID: 19573674.

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What is odontogenic infection? - Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Odontogenic infections are those that begin in the oral cavity, generally from dental caries, but also from periodontal pathology.

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Odontogenic infections can spread through the bone and affect structures far from the oral cavity such as the neck region. These infections can occur in both children and adults, and the dentist must be familiar with the management and treatment to avoid serious consequences.

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👉 "Odontogenic Infection. Review of the Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Complications and Treatment" 👈
Ortiz R, Espinoza V (2021) Odontogenic Infection. Review of the Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Complications and Treatment. Res Rep Oral Maxillofac Surg 5:055. doi.org/10.23937/2643- 3907/1710055

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Mucocele in Pediatric Dentistry: Clinical and pathological characteristics

Mucocele is a benign lesion that occurs in the oral mucosa and is the product of an alteration in the minor salivary glands. It is recognized as a swelling with mucous content, well circumscribed, and bluish in color.

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The presence of a mucocele may be due to trauma or ductal obstruction. The treatment is surgical and anesthesia is local, but depending on the behavior of the pediatric patient it can be performed with general anesthesia.

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👉 "Salivary Mucoceles in Children and Adolescents: A Clinicopathological Study" 👈
Poulopoulos A, Andreadis D, Parcharidis E, Grivea I, Syrogiannopoulos G, et al. (2017) Salivary Mucoceles in Children and Adolescents: A Clinicopathological Study. Glob J Medical Clin Case Rep 4(1): 011-014. DOI: 10.17352/2455-5282.000035

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👉 "MUCOCELES OF MINOR SALIVARY GLANDS IN CHILDREN. OWN CLINICAL OBSERVATIONS" 👈
Lewandowski B, Brodowski R, Pakla P, Makara A, Stopyra W, Startek B. Mucoceles of minor salivary glands in children. Own clinical observations. Dev Period Med. 2016;20(3):235-242. PMID: 27941195.

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Appropriate use of antibiotics in pediatric odontogenic infections

Oral infections in pediatric patients can trigger a severe septic condition that can put the patient's life at risk. The appropriate use of antibiotics is effective in the treatment of oral infections of odontogenic origin.

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Knowledge of antibiotic pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics prevents resistance and adverse drug reactions. In addition, we must take a correct anamnesis to avoid allergic processes.

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👉 "Use of Antibiotic Therapy for Pediatric Dental Patients" 👈

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Use of antibiotic therapy for pediatric dental patients. The Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry. Chicago, Ill.: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; 2023:537-41.

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Oral lesions in neonates, children and adolescents. Characteristics, diagnosis and treatment

Oral lesions in newborns can affect hard and soft tissues, and can be part of a systemic condition, which is why it is of great interest to the neonatologist, pediatrician, and pediatric dentist.

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Clinical knowledge of injuries helps us make a timely diagnosis and effective treatment, in addition to correct advice to parents.

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👉 "Oral Pathology in Paediatric Patients" 👈

: Shah S (2018) Oral Pathology in Paediatric Patients. J Neonatol Clin Pediatr 5: 022

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Characteristics, diagnosis and treatment of common oral disorders in newborns

The oral cavity of newborns can present lesions and alterations in the oral cavity that cause concern to their parents and that can also put the growth and development of the newborn at risk.

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Health professionals must know and recognize the characteristics of the different lesions that newborns present in the oral cavity so that they can adequately advise parents.

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Zirconia crowns in pediatric dentistry: Clinical considerations and step-by-step procedure

Early childhood caries destroys children's dental tissue, especially the upper incisors, putting the patient's aesthetics, chewing, phonation, and social development at risk.

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