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Which fracture has Mobility in midface and step deformity in frontozygomatic suture?
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What is a soof?
It was Elliot's (the main characters special needs father) nickname for Sophia (the main character's special needs mother) She finds this out at the very end from her grandfather Elliot's dad. Soof also means "love"
What are facts about achondroplasia?
Clinical features of achondroplasia:* nonproportional dwarfism (short stature)* shortening of the proximal limbs (termed rhizomelic shortening)* short fingers and toes* a large head with prominent forehead* small midface with a flattened nasal bridge* spinal kyphosis (convex curvature) or lordosis (concave curvature)* varus (bowleg) or valgus (knock knee) deformities* frequent ear infections (due to Eustachian tube blockages), sleep apnea(which can be central or obstructive), and hydrocephalus* midface hypoplasiaFor the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below.
Facial trauma?
DefinitionFacial trauma is any injury of the face and upper jaw bone (maxilla).Alternative NamesMaxillofacial injury; Midface trauma; Facial injury; LeFort injuriesCauses, incidence, and risk factorsBlunt or penetrating trauma can cause injury to the area of the face that includes the upper jaw (maxilla). Common causes of injury to the face include:Automobile accidentsPenetrating injuriesViolenceSymptomsChanges in sensation and feeling over the faceDeformed or uneven face or facial bonesDifficulty breathing through the nose due to swelling and bleedingDouble visionMissing teethSwelling around the eyes that may cause vision problemsSigns and testsThe doctor will perform a physical exam, which may show:Bleeding from the nose, eyes, or mouth, or nasal blockageBreaks in the skin (lacerations)Bruising around the eyes or widening of the distance between the eyes, which may mean injury to the bones between the eye socketsThe following may suggest bone fractures:Abnormal sensations on the cheek and irregularities that can be feltAn upper jaw that moves when the head is stillA CT scan of the head may be done.TreatmentPatients who cannot function normally or who have significant deformity will need surgery.The goal of treatment is to:Control bleedingCreate a clear airwayFix broken bone segments with titanium plates and screwsLeave the fewest scars possibleRule out other injuriesTreat the fractureTreatment should be immediate, as long as the person is stable and there are no neck fractures or life-threatening injuries.Expectations (prognosis)Patients generally do very well with proper treatment. You will probably look different than you did before your injury. You may need to have more surgery 6 - 12 months later.ComplicationsGeneral complications include, but are not limited to:BleedingUneven face (asymmetry)InfectionBrain and nervous system (neurologic) complicationsNumbness or weaknessCalling your health care providerGo to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you have a severe injury to your face.PreventionWear seat belts and use protective head gear when appropriate. Avoid violent confrontations with other people.
What are the eight specialties of dentistry?
General Dentistry Dental Public Health (study of dental epidemiology and social health policies),Endodontics (root canal therapy and study of diseases of the dental pulp),Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (study, diagnosis, and sometimes the treatment of oral and maxillofacial related diseases),Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (study and radiologic interpretation of oral and maxillofacial diseases),Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (extractions, facial surgery and implants),Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics (straightening of teeth and modification of midface and mandibular growth),Pediatric dentistry (i.e. dentistry for children),Periodontics (treatment of the periodontium, however most periodontists place implants),Prosthodontics (dentures, bridges and the restoration of implants. Some prosthodontists further their training in "oral and maxillofacial prosthodontics--a discipline concerned with the replacement of missing facial structures--such as ears, eyes, nose, etc.)orthodonticsconsrvativeprosthodonticspedodonticsperiodonticsoral surgeryoral pathologyoral medicinecommunityTERRI MCMICHAEL FROM CALIFORNIA ADDS: I worked in the late seventies for one of dentistrys first combined specialists, DR. SANFORD S. GOLDEN. He was teaching professor at CASE WESTERN RESERVE in CLEVELAND. He was a Perio/Endo specialist. We did everything from root canals to reverse apicoectomies, apical reposition flaps to correct deep pockets, synthetic bone grafting, you name it Dr. Golden would do it to SAVE a tooth. He was the inventor of the contour chair and sold the patent to the RITTER COMPANY. He passed away of prostate cancer about 15 years ago.
