What is the appropriate dose of local anesthetics in pediatric dentistry?

Local anesthetics in pediatric dentistry prevent pain, thus reducing the patient's anxiety and stress, making the dental procedure successful and generating confidence in the patient.

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The adequate dose of anesthetics must be correctly calculated to obtain optimal effects and reduce side effects.

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We share an article that carries out a study on the optimal, effective and necessary doses of local anesthetics in routine treatments in pediatric dentistry.

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Massir E, Palmon Y, Zilberman U (2018) Local Anesthesia in Pediatric Dentistry-How Much is Enough?. Dentistry 8: 480. doi: 10.4172/2161-1122.1000480

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Anterior crossbite - Diagnosis and orthopedic treatment

The anterior crossbite is a malocclusion that has several etiologies and is characterized when the upper incisors are behind the lower incisors, it develops in the primary and mixed dentition.

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Treatment must be early to avoid complications in the permanent dentition and in the aesthetics of the patient. It begins with treatment with orthopedic devices.

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The case, diagnosis and progression of treatment (orthopedic phase and orthodontic phase) of a pediatric patient with anterior open bite are presented.

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Stainless steel crowns: Minimally invasive technique - Benefits and advantages

Stainless steel crowns are used for the restoration of primary teeth that have been affected by advanced caries or by a fracture that compromises a large part of the dental tissue, or in cases such as Molar Incisor Hypomineralization.

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Stainless steel crowns are chosen for their ease of adaptation, simple technique, and long life, as well as their low cost compared to other restorative means.

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We share the benefits and advantages of stainless steel crowns in the restoration of primary teeth affected by advanced caries.

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Dr. Katie Peterson. Stainless steel crowns for restoration of primary teeth: a minimally invasive, time-saving technique.

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Ludwig's angina in a pediatric patient - Case report (diagnosis, symptoms and treatment)

Ludwig's angina is a severe and life-threatening infectious process with rapid progression. It is common in adults but can occur in children with suppressed immunity.

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Clinically, a painful, diffuse inflammation can be seen, making it difficult to speak and swallow. The patient with Ludwig's angina requires hospitalization and treatment with specific antibiotics.

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We share the case of a pediatric patient with Ludwig's Angina, and a bibliographic review of the infection in children.

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Brotherton H, Templeton K, Rowney DA, Montague ML (2014) Ludwig’s Angina: Paediatric Case Report and Literature Review. Intern Med 4: 174. doi:10.4172/2165-8048.1000174

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Neonatal Sucking Pads of the Lips - Causes and Characteristics

The sucking pads are presented on the lips of babies as a product of breastfeeding or bottle feeding. Many parents are concerned about the appearance of corns in the baby.

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The presence of suction pads is part of the growth and adaptation of the baby to the friction of the lip with the mother's breast or bottle. It is important to know the normal characteristics and their anatomical variations of the baby's oral cavity.

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We share interesting information about the causes and characteristics of suction pads or suction calluses that occur in babies.

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Juliette Thariat, MD. Sucking Pads in a Full-Term Newborn. The Journal of }pediatrics. 2011;158:166

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Oral Surgery: 10 most read articles in 2022

Oral surgery is a specialty of dentistry that studies, prevents, diagnoses, and performs surgical procedures on alterations in the oral cavity.

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On the other hand, maxillofacial surgery studies, diagnoses and surgically treats the disorders that affect the maxillofacial complex.

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Ludwig's angina in children - Case report, clinical and pharmacological management

Ludwig's angina is a serious infectious process (it puts the patient's life at risk) of rapid evolution that affects both adults and children. It generally affects the submandibular space, which turns children into care patients due to their anatomical characteristics.

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Treatment requires hospitalization, observation, and antibiotic therapy. Dental medical intervention must be immediate and effective to stop the spread of infection.

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Regarding a pediatric clinical case, we share the characteristics, clinical and pharmacological treatment of Ludwig's Angina in children.

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Jun-Kai Kao, Shun-Cheng Yang - Ludwig’s angina in children, Journal of Acute Medicine, Volume 1, Issue 1, 2011, Pages 23-26, ISSN 2211-5587, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacme.2011.07.002. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2211558711000033)

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Molar incisor hypomineralisation: Definition, diagnosis and clinical management

Molar incisor hypomineralization is a development defect of dental enamel, and affects the aesthetics of the tooth and generates sensitivity and a high degree of enamel fracture, in addition to a high risk of caries.

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The molar or incisor affected by hypomineralization presents a white/yellow color, and with an enamel susceptible to fracture. There are mild and severe cases, which is why an early diagnosis is important to avoid tooth loss.

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We share an article that teaches us what is the clinical management of molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH), differential diagnosis and treatment in mild and severe cases in children.

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Daly D, Waldron JM. Molar incisor hypomineralisation: clinical management of the young patient. J Ir Dent Assoc. 2009 Apr-May;55(2):83-6. PMID: 19455847.

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How to treat anaphylaxis in children? - Clinical manifestations and treatment

Anaphylaxis is a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction in response to an allergen. The response is diverse and can range from skin manifestations to cardiovascular or respiratory disorders.

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The clinical picture must be recognized in order to take immediate action and avoid serious consequences. In dentistry, a picture of anaphylaxis may occur due to contact with a drug or an allergenic agent such as latex.

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We share important information about the clinical picture of anaphylaxis, the preventive attitude and the appropriate treatment for a pediatric patient in dentistry.

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Cheng A. Emergency treatment of anaphylaxis in infants and children. Paediatr Child Health. 2011 Jan;16(1):35-40. PMID: 22211074; PMCID: PMC3043023.

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Frequent oral pathologies in the newborn - Diagnosis and treatment (cysts, infections, tumors)

The newborn can present a series of pathologies that must be detected in time for early treatment. Sometimes the obstetrician or pediatrician does not recognize oral alterations, so evaluation by a pediatric dentist is important.

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Some of the pathologies can cause limitations in feeding and in the development of the baby, so it is necessary to explain and guide the parents about the alterations found, the repercussions and the appropriate treatment.

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Dental abscess, facial cellulitis and Ludwig's Angina in a pediatric patient - Diagnosis and treatment - Free scientific articles, videos and clinical cases

Infections of odontogenic origin in children are the main cause of dental emergencies. Treatment must be immediate to prevent the infection from advancing and endangering the patient's life.

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Depending on the severity, the patient may receive hospital care and admission. Some of the infectious manifestations of odontogenic origin can be: abscesses and cellulitis.

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Hereditary Gingival Fibromatosis in a pediatric patient - Characteristics and treatment

Hereditary gingival fibromatosis is a rare, benign, genetic disorder characterized by progressive enlargement of the gingival tissue. It has no symptoms and can be generalized or localized.

The increase in the gum prevents or delays the eruption of primary or permanent teeth, also affects the aesthetics of the patient, generating diastemas and dental malposition. Treatment is surgical removal of the gingival tissue.

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We share the clinical case report of a pediatric patient with hereditary gingival fibromatosis, the clinical and histological characteristics, diagnosis and treatment are addressed.

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Cunha JLS, Ramos MACDC, Regis DM, Sanchéz-Romero C, de Andrade ME, Bezerra BT, de Albuquerque-Júnior RLC. Generalized hereditary gingival fibromatosis in a child: clinical, histopathological and therapeutic aspects. Autops Case Rep. 2020 Jan 21;10(1):e2020140.

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Appropriate use of antibiotics in pediatric dentistry

Antibiotics are used worldwide for the effective control of infectious processes, and are widely used in pediatric dentistry today. The prescription of antibiotics must be responsible to avoid bacterial resistance.

A high incidence of secondary effects and adverse reactions has been documented due to the excessive and unjustified use of antibiotics in pediatric dentistry. It is important that the pediatric dentist performs a complete clinical history and knows the antibiotic that is going to be prescribed.

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Local Anesthetics Allergies in Children

Local anesthetics are used to block nerve impulses and temporarily eliminate sensitivity during dental procedures, thus reducing the patient's stress and anxiety.

Allergic reactions can be serious (anaphylaxis), even putting the patient's life at risk, but they can also present dizziness, nausea, hives, itching, angioedema.

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Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation: Clinical Manifestations and Treatment

Clinically, Molar Incisor Hypomineralization is characterized by presenting a dental piece with an enamel that fractures easily and of various colors that vary between yellow, brown and white. The causes are unknown but it is related to external and pharmacological factors.

The patient presents sensitivity, pain on chewing, high risk of caries. Other abnormalities such as fluorosis and enamel hypoplasia should be ruled out.

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Stainless Steel Crowns: Types, procedure and techniques

Oral rehabilitation in a pediatric patient becomes a challenge for the pediatric dentist, because he must take into account the management of the patient's behavior and perform a treatment that takes the least number of appointments.

Steel crowns become the best alternative to restore primary molars that are affected by advanced caries until their natural exfoliation. For anterior teeth, the use of resins or zirconia crowns is recommended.

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