Oral Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences
Recent Deposits
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BRAF mutations in ameloblastoma: Correlation with clinical and histopathological features and behaviour
Background: The invasive nature of ameloblastoma necessitates tumour-free surgical margins to minimise recurrence and thereby ensure improved prognosis. The vast majority of ameloblastomas originate centrally, and surgical ... -
Neuropilin-1 expression in the tumour microenvironment of oral squamous cell carcinoma
Background: Neuropilin-1 (Nrp-1) is a transmembrane glycoprotein involved in multiple biologic and pathologic processes including carcinogenesis. It is widely expressed in cancers where it has been correlated with poorer ... -
Third molar surgery outcomes: a comparison between submucosal and intravenous dexamethasone
Objective To compare the efficacy of submucosal (SM) dexamethasone and intravenous (IV) dexamethasone in reducing postoperative facial swelling, pain and trismus after third molar surgery, and its impact on quality of ... -
Perceptions of Special Needs Dentistry Amongst General Dentists in New Zealand
Aims: The aims of this study were to describe the current perceptions of Special Needs Dentistry (SND) among general dentists in New Zealand; and, to define the role of the general dentist in the care of patients with ... -
Oral health of older people
Introduction and objectives The population of older people in New Zealand is increasing. With advancing age, older people are more likely to develop some form of disability. More and more older people are retaining their ... -
Yeast Species in the Oral Cavities of Older People
Oral candidiasis is prevalent among older people due to predisposing factors such as impaired immune defences, medications and denture use. An increasing number of older people live in rest home facilities and it is unclear ... -
Immediately placed single implants in the maxillary anterior zone: 5-year clinical study
Single implant crowns have become a popular treatment modality to replace a missing natural tooth. They have an excellent long-term success rate, especially when supported with a conventional placement and loading protocol. ... -
Investigation of the presence of Human Papillomavirus in verrucal-papillary lesions of the oral cavity and comparison of viral detection methods
Background: The human papillomaviruses (HPVs) are known to induce cutaneous and mucosal proliferation of epithelial cells. HPVs are classified into low-risk (LR) and high-risk (HR) types, depending on their association ... -
Endoplasmic reticulum stress and unfolded protein response in oral squamous cell carcinoma
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most frequent form of cancer of the head and neck region, with high rates of morbidity and mortality. It significantly impacts the individual patients affected, as well as society ... -
A longitudinal study of tooth formation and root resorption from birth to preadolescence
The findings of the present study provide information of considerable clinical value to the orthodontist and pedodontist. They also contain basic data for those interested in child growth and they contribute to the normative ... -
Does Candida albicans influence oral carcinogenesis?
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) has a multifactorial aetiology. The advanced disease is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Many OSCC are preceded by clinically apparent oral potentially malignant ... -
Effects of OTX008, a galectin-1 inhibitor, on oral squamous cell carcinoma cells in vitro
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is a common cancer that is currently associated with significant morbidity and poor mortality, and for which targeted therapeutics have yet to be proved effective. Galectin-1 is a ... -
Expression of the lysyl oxidase family in odontogenic lesions
Background: The lysyl oxidase family of enzymes consists of five members, namely lysyl oxidase (LOX) and lysyl oxidase-like (LOXL) 1-4. They are secreted enzymes whose function is to stabilise the extracellular matrix via ... -
Lymph nodes as a pre-metastatic niche for oral squamous cell carcinoma
Background Pre-metastatic niche (PMN) is a new concept in the process of metastasis defined as tumour microenvironment at the future metastatic site which is established by the tumour as a preparation before the arrival ... -
Awareness of pre-radiation dental assessment of head and neck cancer patients among dentists in Malaysia and New Zealand
Aims: The aim of this study was to investigate the approaches taken for dental assessment of patients with head and neck cancer (HNCa) by hospital dentists in New Zealand and Malaysia, in order to assist with the development ... -
Third molar surgery outcomes: a comparison between intravenous sedation and general anaesthesia
Objective. To compare intravenous (IV) sedation and general anaesthesia (GA) for third molar surgery in terms of patient anxiety, satisfaction, choice and, oral-health-related quality-of-life (OHRQoL). Study Design. A ... -
Clinicians' Perspectives on Special Care Dentistry in New Zealand
Introduction: Special Care Dentistry in New Zealand is relatively underdeveloped. With its workforce persistently scarce, its training and career pathways remain unclear. Little is understood about the specialty’s role ... -
Lymphangiogenesis in metastatic lymph nodes of oral squamous cell carcinoma
Background: Regional lymph node metastasis is a crucial negative prognostic factor in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) which significantly reduces survival rates in patients affected. Whilst angiogenic and lymphangiogenic ... -
The differential regulation of Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription-3 pathway under Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Background Signal transducer and activator of transcription (STAT)-3 lies at the convergence point of key pathways involved in many malignancies including oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) ... -
Lymphangiogenesis in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Background: Lymphangiogenesis, the formation of new lymphatic vessels, is an essential process in normal growth and development and wound healing. It is also observed in pathological processes including tissue inflammation ...