Diagnóstico e tratamento de extenso cisto dentígero mandibular em um paciente pediátrico / Diagnosis and treatment of extensive mandibular dentigerous cyst in a pediatric patient

Introdução: lesões gnáticas pediátricas são comumente assintomáticas e diagnosticadas em exames de imagem de rotina. Entretanto, algumas podem cursar com dor, assimetria facial, destruição óssea e rápida evolução, requerendo diagnóstico preciso e precoce. Objetivo: o objetivo desse estudo é reportar o processo de diagnóstico e tratamento de um extenso cisto dentígero (CD) em um paciente pediátrico. Relato do caso: um menino de 5 anos idade apresentou queixa de aumento de volume doloroso na região posterior de mandíbula com tempo de evolução de 4 meses. A tomografia computadorizada demonstrou uma imagem hipodensa, bem delimitada, envolvendo a coroa do dente 37, causando a expansão da cortical vestibular e erosão da cortical lingual, com aproximadamente 3cm. Com as hipóteses diagnósticas de fibroma ameloblástico ou CD, a lesão foi enucleada totalmente. Microscopicamente, observou-se uma lesão cística com revestimento epitelial odontogênico, áreas de hiperplasia e exocitose, além de cápsula de tecido conjuntivo densamente colagenizado, com áreas de hemorragia e infiltrado inflamatório linfoplasmocitário. Resultados: baseado nas características clínicas, imagenológicas e histopatológicas, o diagnóstico final foi de CD inflamado. O paciente continua em acompanhamento clínico e radiográfico, com ausência de recidiva. Conclusão: CD inflamados em pacientes pediátricos podem apresentar comportamento peculiar e mimetizar outras lesões de natureza odontogênica. O diagnóstico precoce permite uma menor morbidade associada aos tratamentos cirúrgicos.

Introduction: pediatric gnathic lesions are commonly asymptomatic and diagnosed in routine imaging exams. However, some of them may cause pain, facial asymmetry, bone destruction and rapid evolution, requiring accurate and early diagnosis. Objective: the aim of this study is to report the diagnosis and treatment of an extensive dentigerous cyst (DC) in a pediatric patient. Case report: a 5-year-old boy complained of painful swelling in the posterior region of the mandible with an evolution time of 4 months. Computed tomography showed a hypodense, well-delimited image involving the crown of tooth 37, causing buccal cortical expansion and lingual cortical erosion, measuring approximately 3cm. With the diagnostic hypotheses of ameloblastic fibroma or DC, the lesion was completely enucleated. Microscopically, a cystic lesion with an odontogenic epithelial lining with areas of hyperplasia and exocytosis was observed, in addition to a densely collagenous connective tissue capsule, with areas of hemorrhage and lymphoplasmacytic inflammatory infiltrate. Results: based on clinical, imaging and histopathological characteristics, the final diagnosis was inflamed DC. The patient remains under clinical and radiographic follow-up, with no recurrence. Conclusion: inflamed DC in pediatric patients may show a peculiar behavior and mimic other odontogenic lesions. Early diagnosis allows for lower morbidity associated with surgical treatments.

Contribution of public oral pathology services to the diagnosis of oral and oropharyngeal cancer in Brazil

Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the contribution of oral and maxillofacial pathology laboratories (OMPLs) in Brazilian public universities to the diagnosis of lip, oral cavity, and oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). A cross-sectional study was performed using biopsy records from a consortium of sixteen public OMPLs from all regions of Brazil (North, Northeast, Central-West, Southeast, and South). Clinical and demographic data of patients diagnosed with lip, oral cavity, and oropharyngeal SCC between 2010 and 2019 were collected from the patients' histopathological records. Of the 120,010 oral and maxillofacial biopsies (2010-2019), 6.9% (8,321 cases) were diagnosed as lip (0.8%, 951 cases), oral cavity (4.9%, 5,971 cases), and oropharyngeal (1.2%, 1,399 cases) SCCs. Most cases were from Brazil's Southeast (64.5%), where six of the OMPLs analyzed are located. The predominant profile of patients with lip and oral cavity SCC was Caucasian men, with a mean age over 60 years, low schooling level, and a previous history of heavy tobacco consumption. In the oropharyngeal group, the majority were non-Caucasian men, with a mean age under 60 years, had a low education level, and were former/current tobacco and alcohol users. According to data from the Brazilian National Cancer Institute, approximately 9.9% of the total lip, oral cavity, and oropharyngeal SCCs reported over the last decade in Brazil may have been diagnosed at the OMPLs included in the current study. Therefore, this data confirms the contribution of public OMPLs with respect to the important diagnostic support they provide to the oral healthcare services extended by the Brazilian Public Health System.

Psammomatoid juvenile ossifying fibroma of frontal sinus - surgical and reconstructive approach

ABSTRACT Psammomatoid juvenile ossifying fibroma (PJOF) is a benign fibro-osseous lesion that mainly affects the paranasal sinuses and periorbital bones. It may cause significant esthetic and functional impairment. Herein, we describe the diagnosis and surgical approach of an extensive PJOF arising in the frontal sinus of a young male. After complete lesion removal and histopathological confirmation, the bone defect was repaired with a customized polymethylmethacrylate implant. PJOF may present aggressive clinical behavior. The excision of extensive PJOF in the orbitofrontal area can result in significant esthetic defects. Polymethacrylate implants restore functionally and esthetically the involved area.

The need for communication between clinicians and pathologists in the context of oral and maxillofacial diseases

Abstract Good communication between clinicians and pathologists is a vital element in the diagnostic process, and poor communication can adversely affect patient care. There is a lack of research about communication in diagnostic oral and maxillofacial pathology. This narrative review explores different aspects of the quality of communication between clinicians and oral pathologists, with a focus on the diagnosis of oral and maxillofacial diseases. An electronic search was carried out in MEDLINE through the PubMed, Scopus, and Embase databases up to April 2021. No studies reporting communication, its adequacy or the required skills between clinicians and pathologists in oral diagnosis were found. According to studies published in medicine, strategies for improving communication skills include clinician-pathologist collaboration; a well-formatted, clear and thorough report; training in communication skills; and patient-centered care. Further studies evaluating the current practices and quality in oral and maxillofacial pathology are required to identify barriers and encourage optimal communication to facilitate diagnosis, as well as patient safety.

Manifestações orais da sífilis adquirida e congênita: o que o cirurgião-dentista precisa saber / Oral manifestations of acquired and congenital syphilis: what the dentist needs to know

Introduction: Syphilis is an infectious disease caused by the anaerobic bacteria Treponema pallidum, and can be transmitted either by sexual contact or vertically (maternal-fetal transmission). The clinical manifestations of syphilis are divided into three phases: the first two being highly infectious. The lack of knowledge of the disease by pregnant women can lead to congenital syphilis, which can cause death of newborns, or dire consequences to their development, as it occurs with the Hutchinson's triad. Due to a rise in syphilis cases, the disease has caused an increasing rebound of concern in health professionals, both in the public and private spheres. Objective: Thus, the goal of this essay is, by means of narrative literature review, to approach the main aspects of the disease, clarifying the diagnosis, its clinical presentation, oral manifestations, treatment and prevention. Sources of data: A bibliographic survey has been made via Pubmed, Lilacs, and Google Scholar data, through the keywords "Sífilis", "Syphilis", "Sífilis congênita", "Congenital Syphilis" "Atenção primária em saúde", "Sistema Único de Saúde". Synthesis of data: 41 articles in English or Portuguese, complete and free, published since 2006 were selected. It has been seen that the increase in the number of cases is related to the lack of self-care, along with failures in the process of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of the disease. Conclusion: It was concluded that dentists have an important role in early diagnosis and treatment of the disease, and must have the knowledge of its most common clinical manifestations, being able to work in an interdisciplinary fashion.

Unusual case of ankyloglossia recurrence after frenectomy in a child with cerebral palsy

Introduction: Frenectomy is the most indicated treatment for ankyloglossia in children and adolescents, with recurrence being extremely rare. Objective: Here, we report the unusual case of an 8-year-old boy with cerebral palsy presenting recurrence of ankyloglossia 2 years after undergoing lingual frenectomy. Case report: On physicalexamination, in a follow-up, 2 years after a lingual frenectomy, we observed a slightly elastic, short and adhered lingual frenulum and the presence of a heart-shaped tongue, with severe restriction of lateral and superior movements, and difficulties in speech and swallowing. A new frenectomy was performed under local anesthesia, restoring lingual mobility. The patient has been followed-up periodically and has undergone speech therapy; 2 years after the second surgery, firm insertion of the frenulum and the continuity of the bifid aspect of the tongue have been again verified, but the tongue movements and oral functions remain satisfactory. The patient will continue to be followed periodically and a new intervention will be performed if there are changes in oral functions. Conclusion: Beyond the need forperiodic clinical follow-up, the diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment of ankyloglossia are fundamental for identifying possible cases of recurrence, which, although rare, can occur.

Introdução: A frenectomia é o tratamento mais indicado para os casos de anquiloglossia em crianças e jovens, sendo a recorrência extremamente rara. Objetivo: O objetivo é relatar o caso incomum de um menino de 8 anos, com paralisia cerebral, apresentando recidiva de anquiloglossia dois anos após a realização de frenectomia lingual. Relato de caso: Ao exame físico, em consulta de revisão, 2 anos após uma frenectomia lingual observou-se freio lingual levemente elástico, curto e aderido, presença de formato de coração na língua, restrição severa dos movimentos laterais e superiores, além de dificuldades na fala e deglutição. Uma nova frenectomia foi realizada após dois anos da primeira frenectomia , sob anestesia local, restaurando a mobilidade lingual. O paciente foi acompanhado periodicamente junto com a fonoaudiologia e após 2 anos da segunda cirurgia, a inserção firme do freio e a continuidade do aspecto bífido da língua foram novamente verificadas, porém, os movimentos da língua e as funções orais mantiveram-se satisfatórios. O paciente continuará a ser acompanhado periodicamente e, se houver alterações nas funções orais, uma nova intervenção será realizada. Conclusão: É fundamental o diagnóstico e tratamento multidisciplinar da anquiloglossia, além da necessidade de acompanhamento clínico periódico para identificar possíveis casos de recidiva, que, embora raros, podem ocorrer.

Oral health status of patients in intensive care unit: a cross-sectional study

Introduction: Patients in intensive care unit (ICU) may present oral alterations asa result of patients' systemic conditions, the use of medications, intubation orpoor oral hygiene. Oral alterations should be detected and treated because theymay aggravate patients' condition. The objective of this study was to evaluate thetypes and frequencies of clinically detected oral alterations in inpatients of an ICU.Methods: This is a cross-sectional study in which an oral evaluation of patientshospitalized in an ICU of a public hospital was performed. Demographic, socialand clinical characteristics were collected from medical records. Oral examswere performed by two trained dentists, with reliability checked by intra-classcorrelation coefficient, while patients were lying in the hospital bed, using a frontalheadlamp, tongue depressor and sterile gauze. All data were recorded in studyprotocol forms and transferred to a data base for analysis. Results: Thirty-sevenpatients, with similar distribution between genders, withmedian age of 62 yearswere evaluated. The most frequent causes for hospitalization were postoperativecare (51.35%) and respiratory problems (29.72%). About 90% of the inpatientspresented some type of oral alterations during the hospitalization period. Themost common clinical alterations were dry lips (86.5%); coated tongue (61.1%);paleness of the oral mucosa (54.1%); oral foci of infection (37.8%) and candidiasis(13.5%). Conclusion: The majority of inpatients of the ICU presented some type oforal alteration, and the most frequent were dry lips and coated tongue. Dataobserved in this study reinforce the need of the dental team support during theperiod of hospitalization.

Introdução: Pacientes em unidade de terapia intensiva (UTI) podem apresentaralterações orais como resultado das condições sistêmicas dos pacientes, uso demedicamentos, intubação ou falta de higiene bucal. Alterações orais devem serdetectadas e tratadas, pois podem agravar a condição do paciente. O objetivodeste estudo foi avaliar os tipos e frequências de alterações orais clinicamentedetectadas em pacientes internados em uma UTI. Métodos: Estudo transversalem que foi realizada avaliação oral de pacientes internados em uma UTI de umhospital público. Características demográficas, sociais e clínicas foram coletadasdos prontuários médicos. Os exames orais foram realizados por dois dentistastreinados, com confiabilidade verificada pelo coeficiente de correlação intra-classe, enquanto os pacientes estavam deitados na cama do hospital, utilizandofrontal, abaixador de língua e gaze estéril. Todos os dados foram registrados emformulários de protocolo do estudo e transferidos para uma base de dados paraanálise. Resultados: Foram avaliados 37 pacientes, com distribuição semelhanteentre os sexos, com mediana de idade de 62 anos. As causas mais frequentes deinternação foram cuidados pós-operatórios (51,35%) e problemas respiratórios(29,72%). Cerca de 90% dos pacientes internados apresentaram algum tipo dealteração bucal durante o período de internação. As alterações clínicas maiscomuns foram lábios secos (86,5%); língua (61,1%); palidez da mucosa oral (54,1%);focos orais de infecção (37,8%) e candidíase (13,5%). Conclusão: A maioria dospacientes internados em UTI apresentou algum tipo de alteração oral, sendo osmais frequentes lábios secos e língua. Os dados observados neste estudo reforçama necessidade do apoio da equipe odontológica durante o período de internação.

Candidíase oral em pacientes internados em UTI / Oral candidiasis in patients admitted to ICU

A candidíase oral pode surgir como uma das consequências da má higiene, frequente nos pacientes internados em unidades de terapia intensiva (UTI). Quando disseminada, pode complicar o quadro geral, aumentar o período de internação e levar o paciente ao óbito. O exame oral rotineiro realizado pelo cirurgião-dentista na UTI pode detectar precocemente o quadro de candidíase oral, favorecendo o tratamento e prognóstico. O objetivo deste trabalho é revisar a literatura sobre os dados relacionados à candidíase oral nos pacientes internados em UTI.

Oral candidiasis may develop as a consequence of poor hygiene. It is frequently observed in patients admitted to intensive care units (ICU). Oral candidiasis may disseminate and complicate patient`s condition, increasing the time of hospitalization and mortality rates. Routine oral examination of patients in the ICU will detect early oral candidiasis, favoring treatment and prognosis. The aim of this paper is to review the literature on the data related to oral candidiasis in ICU patients.

Alterações orais em pacientes internados em unidades de terapia intensiva / Oral changes in patients of intensive care units

A internação em Unidades de Terapia Intensiva (UTI) pode provocar alterações orais, que por sua vez podem influenciar o estado de saúde dos pacientes, aumentando o tempo e custo do tratamento hospitalar. O objetivo deste estudo foi realizar uma revisão da literatura sobre as alterações orais encontradas em pacientes de UTI.

Patients hospitalized in intensive care units (ICU) may present changes in the oral environment. The oral alterations may influence the patient's health status, thus increasing the time and cost of hospitalization. The aim of this study is to review the literature on the major oral alterations observed in patients admitted to the ICU.

Carcinoma epidermóide metástico em glândula submandibular: relato de caso / Metastatic squamous cell carcinoma in submandibular gland: of caso report

Relataremos um caso de carcinoma epidermóide metastático em glândula submandibular. Paciente, leucoderna, aposentado, 72 anos, apresentava aumento de volume, em regiäo submandibular. A história médica do paciente constava de uma cirurgia de biópsia de lábio inferior, lado esquerdo. Buscamos o resultado histopatológico (de 4 anos atrás) desta lesäo e constatamos o diagnóstico de carcinoma epidermóide, moderadamente diferenciado para um fragmento e bem diferenciado para o outro. Solicitamos tomografia computadorizada da regiäo submandibular e foi constatado grande aumento de volume da glândular submandibular esquerda (em torno de 6 cm de diâmetro), sem comprometimento de linfonodos. Após a excisäo cirúrgica total da glândula e o encaminhamento para o histopatológico, o diagnóstico foi de carcinoma epidermóide metastático grau II; esta metástase proveniente da regiäo primária, o lábio inferior. A raridade deste caso, além de o carcinoma epidermóide ser incomum em glândula submandibular, deve-se ao fato de que, geralmente, o carcinoma epidermóide de lábio inferior dá metástase para os linfonodos submentonianos, submandibulares e/ou cervicais profundos e, neste caso específico, a metástase ocorreu na glândula submandibular