The effectiveness of guided botulinum toxin "A" injection to the masticatory muscles in the management of condylar and sub condylar fractures: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
Ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injection into masticatory muscles during closed reduction of subcondylar fractures reduced pain, shortened surgery time, and improved mouth opening recovery compared to conventional treatment alone, without compromising bone healing.
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Oral health of the child with childhood cancer: during treatment, recovery, and long-term survivorship
From pre-treatment clearance to lifelong survivorship — practical, evidence-based oral care for the Australian dental team
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