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Alveolar Osteitis : A Comprehensive Review of Concepts and Controversies
Joint Authors
Olech, Eliza
Kolokythas, Antonia
Miloro, Michael
Source
International Journal of Dentistry
Issue
Vol. 2010, Issue 2010 (31 Dec. 2010), pp.1-10, 10 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2010-06-24
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
10
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Alveolar osteitis, “dry socket”, remains amongst the most commonly encountered complications following extraction of teeth by general dentists and specialists.
A great body of literature is devoted to alveolar osteitis addressing the etiology and pathophysiology of this condition.
In addition numerous studies are available discussing methods and techniques to prevent this condition.
To this date though great controversy still exists regarding the appropriate terminology used for this condition as well as the actual etiology, pathophysiology, and best methods of prevention and treatment.
This article is a comprehensive critical review of the available literature addressing the concepts and controversies surrounding alveolar osteitis.
We aim to assist the dental health care professional with patient preparation and management of this commonly encountered postoperative condition should be encountered.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Kolokythas, Antonia& Olech, Eliza& Miloro, Michael. 2010. Alveolar Osteitis : A Comprehensive Review of Concepts and Controversies. International Journal of Dentistry،Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-10.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Kolokythas, Antonia…[et al.]. Alveolar Osteitis : A Comprehensive Review of Concepts and Controversies. International Journal of Dentistry No. 2010 (2010), pp.1-10.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Kolokythas, Antonia& Olech, Eliza& Miloro, Michael. Alveolar Osteitis : A Comprehensive Review of Concepts and Controversies. International Journal of Dentistry. 2010. Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-10.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-457259