Search for dissertations about: "mandibular nerve"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words mandibular nerve.

  2. 1. Advances in the Management of Facial Paralysis Sequelae

    Author : Villiam Vejbrink Kildal; Andres Rodriguez-Lorenzo; Patrik Lassus; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; facial paralysis; facial palsy; facial synkinesis; synkinesis; facial contracture; facial nerve reconstruction; nerve transfer; nerve graft; microsurgery; myectomy; depressor anguli oris; depressor labii inferioris; platysma; mentalis; lacrimal gland; botulinum toxin; injection; ultrasound; sonography; ultrasonography; crocodile tears syndrome; gustatory hyperlacrimation; excessive tearing; literature review; review; classification system; management algorithm; plastic surgery; static reconstruction; dynamic reconstruction; Plastikkirurgi; Plastic Surgery;

    Abstract : Background: Despite advances in the management of facial paralysis and its associated sequelae, therapies targeting the lower facial region remain underdeveloped. This thesis aimed to improve both the diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for facial paralysis, with a focus on the lower face. READ MORE

  4. 2. On nerve function after Orthognatic Surgery

    Author : Ziad Barghash; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Orthognathic surgery; Nerve Healing; Betamethasone;

    Abstract : Background Orthognathic surgery is a surgical intervention to correct dentofacial anomalies. It is a complicated treatment that involves cooperation of different specialties. The success of orthognathic surgery is multifactorial with many elements to be taken into consideration. It is estimated that about 11 patients among every 100. READ MORE

  5. 3. Development and aging of nerve fibres in the rat inferior alveolar nerve

    Author : Carina S. Johansson; Claes Nordberg; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : Structural and functional properties of nerve fibres in the rat inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) were examined during development and aging.Rat molar pulpal expllints influence neurite outgrowth from perinatal rat trigeminal ganglion explants, eo-cultured in vitro. READ MORE

  6. 4. Facial nerve injury and microsurgical repair : Experimental and clinical studies

    Author : Davor Jergovic; Thomas Carlstedt; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : Facial palsy is a relatively common clinical condition with a variety of causes. Irrespective of its etiology, facial palsy always represents a very serious problem for the patient. This underlines the need for more effective treatment procedures. READ MORE

  7. 5. On inferior alveolar nerve function after sagittal split osteotomy of the mandible

    Author : Anders Westermark; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : mandibular nerve; neurosensory disturbance; sagittal split osteotomy;

    Abstract : Osteotomies of the mandible are designed to adjust improper jaw positions. While vertical ramus osteotomy can be used for mandibular setback but not for mandibular advancement, sagittal split osteotomy can be used to move the lower jaw in both directions and this surgical technique also permits mobility of the lower jaw immediately after surgery. READ MORE