A 16-year-old girl with gum overgrowth and excessive hair growth had successful gum surgery and healed well.
January 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” A woman was allergic to quinine in her anti-hair loss lotion.
April 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
A patient's gum problems worsened after using cyclosporine for a scalp condition, but improved with a lower dose.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” Finasteride may cause gum problems, but stopping the drug can improve these issues.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” A patient with "strawberry gingivitis" improved after correct treatment for Granulomatosis with polyangiitis, highlighting the need for early diagnosis.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” Finasteride can cause gum swelling and bleeding, but stopping the drug helps recovery.
May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
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January 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective method for skin rejuvenation, acne treatment, wound healing, body contouring, and hair growth, but more well-designed trials are needed for confirmation.
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January 2018 in “Recent clinical techniques, results, and research in wounds” Using developmental signaling pathways could improve adult wound healing by mimicking scarless embryonic healing.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Photobiomodulation may help reduce pain and inflammation in knee osteoarthritis, but its long-term benefits are unclear.
August 2023 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Botulinum toxin is used in many medical fields beyond cosmetic purposes.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” Finasteride may cause gum side effects in some patients.
December 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Transplant patients often get skin problems, with treatments varying by condition.
January 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” A woman developed thick gums from everolimus treatment after a kidney transplant.
Certain medications can cause gum problems, so patients and healthcare providers should be aware and monitor oral health.
January 2023 in “Medicines” Micronized-gingival connective tissues are safe and may help regenerate soft tissue around dental implants.
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September 2017 in “RGO - Revista Gaúcha de Odontologia” Tooth-derived stem cells show promise for regenerating gum tissue but need standardized selection methods.
June 2017 in “International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry” Using skin grafts from behind the ear for oral surgery in two patients with jaw injuries led to successful healing and good results.
May 2013 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” The authors clarified their surgical technique to prevent complications and improve dental implant outcomes.
July 2018 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Oral and maxillofacial surgery has advanced with fluoride reducing tooth decay and high-speed handpieces aiding in more aesthetic procedures, leading to changes in practice and training.
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January 2005 The "Opus-5" diode laser is effective for treating oral submucous fibrosis.
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May 1999 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Patients with mandible reconstruction had better quality of life and function than those with soft-tissue reconstruction.
April 2018 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” The Gillies temporal incision is a safer and more cosmetically appealing method for biopsy of the superficial temporal artery.
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December 2021 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” A-PRF reduces pain and complications after wisdom tooth removal.
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May 2012 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Submental tissue is good for repairing mouth area skin with minimal scarring and good cosmetic results.
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October 2002 in “Journal Of Clinical Periodontology” Levamisole and finasteride can reduce DHT production, potentially preventing phenytoin-induced gum overgrowth.
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January 2022 in “Contrast Media & Molecular Imaging” Levofloxacin and metronidazole reduce inflammation and speed up healing in gingival wounds.
May 2024 in “International journal of medicine and psychology.” Ibuprofen is more effective than acetaminophen for reducing pain and inflammation after wisdom tooth removal.