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A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Dentistry".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2023 | Viewed by 1961

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Prof. Dr. Letizia Perillo

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Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Luigi De Crecchio, 6, 80138 Naples, Italy
Interests: early treatment; non-extraction treatment; cleft lip and palate; genetics

Dr. Vincenzo Grassia

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Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, 80138 Naples, Italy
Interests: tooth movement; Tads; interdisciplinary approach; clear aligner
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Dr. Ludovica Nucci

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Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, 80100 Naples, Italy
Interests: impacted canine; early treatment; dentofacial orthopedics; cleft lip and palate
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Dear Colleagues,

In the last few years, new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches have been developed in pediatric dentistry, meaning that researchers and clinicians must keep up with all the developments that are occurring in this field.

New technologies, as well as digital devices, are available to enhance the effectiveness of the diagnostic process and increase the spectrum of detectable pathologies, dimorphisms, and dysfunctions in the orofacial region in children.

The aim and scope of our Special Issue is to promote research in all aspects of pediatric dentistry, including interceptive orthodontics and studies on children and young adults with special needs.

Works on oral pathologies, orthodontic and orthopedic early treatments, maxillo-facial surgery, otolaryngology procedures, reconstructive dentistry as well as sleep apnea syndrome treatment will all be well received.

The Special Issue focuses on the publication and critical evaluation of clinical and basic science research. Studies with innovative approaches or providing original information are of higher priority.

In this regard, we are delighted to invite investigators to submit original research articles (trials, cohort studies, case–control and cross-sectional studies), high-quality case reports, communications and reviews (narrative or systematic reviews and meta-analyses) in accordance with the fields previously indicated.

Prof. Dr. Letizia Perillo
Dr. Vincenzo Grassia
Dr. Ludovica Nucci
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early treatment
pediatric dentistry
growing problems
skeletal anomalies
pediatric oral neoformation

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Benign Pediatric Jawbone Lesions: A 10-Year Clinical and Radiological Pilot Study

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Children 2023, 10(2), 335; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10020335 - 09 Feb 2023

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This study aimed at presenting a retrospective longitudinal analysis of the pediatric jaw lesions treated at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, over a timeframe of ten years (2012 to 2022). The clinical and radiological characteristics of the jawbone lesions, the treatment outcome, and the recurrence incidence were described. All consecutive patients aged below 18 years, with histologically diagnosed odontogenic tumors (OTs), nonodontogenic tumors (non-OTs), or odontogenic cysts (OCs) were included. Age, dentition type, clinical symptoms, preoperative and postoperative radiological tests, histological diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up information one year following the diagnoses were all examined. Eighty-two cases were included. The ratio of men to women was 1.15:1, with the mandible predominating by 64.4%. Inflammatory radicular cysts predominated in 31.7% of cases. A total of 42.68% of the patients were asymptomatic. Enucleation was the most frequent surgical technique (45.1%), followed by cystectomies (28%) and marsupialization (14.6%). The overall recurrence rate was 7.3%; the most recurrent histopathological lesion was the odontogenic keratocyst. This study sheds new light on the clinical and radiological characteristics, treatment outcomes, and recurrence rate of juvenile jawbone lesions in children and adolescents. The diagnosis and treatment of jawbone lesions in children and adolescents can be enhanced with the use of epidemiological, clinical, and imagistic information. Full article

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Large-Scale Survey of Missing Deciduous Anterior Teeth on Medical Examination at the Age of 3.5 Years

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Children 2022, 9(11), 1761; https://doi.org/10.3390/children9111761 - 16 Nov 2022

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Tooth anomalies in childhood may negatively affect the healthy development of the dentition and occlusion; hence, it is important to examine the actual oral condition at an early stage. The present study was performed to understand the state of missing deciduous anterior teeth in children aged 3.5 years who underwent dental checkups in Matsubara City. In total, 3508 children received oral examinations, and items such as erupted deciduous teeth and teeth anomalies were recorded. Among these children, those with missing anterior deciduous teeth were selected, and their details were analyzed. In the 216 children, there were 266 missing anterior deciduous teeth. Congenitally missing anterior deciduous teeth were observed in 80 children, and fused teeth were observed in 128 children. The missing teeth were predominantly located in the mandible and occurred more frequently on the right side. The most common reason for acquired missing teeth was trauma, and no cases of spontaneous loss due to systemic disease were found in this study. Screening for various tooth anomalies is expected to play an important role in cultivating a better understanding of the oral cavity of children, developing healthy dentitions, and contributing to the early detection of some systemic diseases. Full article

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Pain during Rapid Maxillary Expansion: A Systematic Review

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Children 2023, 10(4), 666; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10040666 - 31 Mar 2023

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Aim: The aim of the present systematic review is to evaluate the pain perceived by patients during rapid maxillary expansion (RME) in relation to factors such as demographic characteristics, appliance type, activation protocol, and the eventual use of medication or pain management strategies. Materials and methods: An electronic search of available articles on the subject was conducted on three electronic databases, using predefined keywords. Sequential screenings based on pre-established eligibility criteria were performed. Results: Ten studies were ultimately included in this systematic review. The main data of the reviewed studies were extracted according to the PICOS approach. Conclusions: Pain is a common effect of RME treatment that tends to decrease over time. Gender and age differences in pain perception are not clear. Perceived pain is influenced by the expander design and expansion protocol used. Some pain management strategies can be useful for reducing RME-associated pain. Full article

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