Extraction of impacted teeth is one of the most common surgical procedures performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Every surgical procedure results in some degree of postoperative bleeding and i Show more
Extraction of impacted teeth is one of the most common surgical procedures performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Every surgical procedure results in some degree of postoperative bleeding and inflammation, typically manifesting as pain and edema. Although the complex physiology of the human body is beyond the scope of this article, the educated clinician should have an understanding of the time line associated with these processes so as to determine whether a patient's complaint of postoperative bleeding, pain, or swelling represents a normal response to surgical trauma or an aberrant reaction. Show less
Harry Dym, Joseph Pierse · 2011 · Dental clinics of North America · Elsevier · added 2026-04-24
Technological advancement in bone grafting procedures using purified proteins or stem cells to induce osteogenesis is a significant contribution to patient care. Patients who would otherwise not have Show more
Technological advancement in bone grafting procedures using purified proteins or stem cells to induce osteogenesis is a significant contribution to patient care. Patients who would otherwise not have been suitable candidates for major autologous bone grafting procedures can continue to benefit from implant reconstruction, with a less debilitating bone reconstructive procedure. Show less