Ocular Trauma Originating from within the Oral Cavity: Clinical Relevance and Histologic Findings in 10 Cases (2003–2013)

Abstract Objective Here we tested the application of a full mouth speculum to sedated elephants in human care to gain access to the oral cavity, the trachea (bronchi) and esophagus (stomach) and therefore improve diagnostic and therapeutic options in elephant medicine. The construction of this oral speculum for elephants and the procedure are described. Material and methods The oral speculum is a steel construction consisting of 2 bite plates of 0.8 × 60.0 × 8.0 cm attached between 2 threaded guiding poles (40 cm). Through crank handles, the metal plates are dispersed once placed between the elephant‘s jaws in front of the molars. The oral speculum was applied in 26 elephants (6,16 Asian elephants, and 1,3 African elephants) during standing sedation. Results All sedated elephants tolerated the positioning of the mouth opener and subsequent manipulations well. The mouth opener was applied for the following procedures: inspection of the oral cavity (n = 2), placing a stomach tube (n = 16), and/or performing endoscopic examinations such as bronchoscopy (n = 20) and/or gastroscopy (n = 8). Conclusion This method provides a new possibility to open the jaws to gain access to the molars, larynx and pharynx in captive elephants without full immobilization. Valuable samples for diagnostics may be obtained or animals medicated via stomach tube with this application. Clinical relevance The mouth opener provides veterinarains with a new option to perform necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures around the oral cavity, airways and stomach in captive elephants during standing sedation with no need for a full anaesthesia.

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What are the links between periodontitis and systemic disease?

Dental Update ◽

10.12968/denu.2019.46.10.914 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 46 (10) ◽

pp. 914-917

Author(s):

Aaron Lopez-Lago ◽

Mahbuba Tasnima Choudhury ◽

Praveen Sharma

Keyword(s):

Oral Cavity ◽

Clinical Relevance ◽

Systemic Disease ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

The Body ◽

Systemic Diseases ◽

Periodontal Health ◽

Systemic Health ◽

General Wellbeing

That the mouth and the body are not disconnected should come as no surprise. In this article, the links between periodontal and systemic health will be reviewed by investigating these in both directions, starting with the more familiar effects of systemic conditions on periodontal health and progressing to the emerging effects of periodontal health on systemic health. Where suitable, tips will be provided for practitioners caring for patients with periodontitis and systemic diseases. CPD/Clinical Relevance: In recognition of the important role that the oral cavity plays in the body and the important role that oral healthcare providers play in the management of the general wellbeing of patients, this article highlights the link between periodontitis and systemic heath. This allows practitioners to care more holistically for their patients.

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Laryngeal cysts: clinical relevance of a modified working classification

The Journal of Laryngology & Otology ◽

10.1017/s0022215100106814 ◽

1988 ◽

Vol 102 (10) ◽

pp. 923-925 ◽

Cited By ~ 22

Author(s):

Keith Ramesar ◽

Claudio Albizzati

Keyword(s):

Oral Cavity ◽

Clinical Relevance ◽

Surface Epithelium ◽

Epithelial Cyst ◽

Operative Trauma ◽

Epithelial Cysts ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship

AbstractLaryngeal cysts from 72 patients were examined and reclassified according to a modified working classification. In this series, 47 patients (66 per cent) had epithelial cysts, 11 patients (15 per cent) oncocytic cysts and 14 patients (19 per cent) tonsillar cysts. Epithelial cysts were commonest in the region of the epiglottis (20/47) and laryngeal ventricle (24/47). Oncocytic cysts tended to lie in the region of the ventricle whereas tonsillar cysts occurred almost exclusively in the valleculae, epiglottis and pyriform region (13/14).The authors conclude that the modified working classification of laryngeal cysts is easy to apply, of clinical relevance, and allows classification of cysts where operative trauma to the specimen obscures the relationship of the cyst to the surface epithelium. The origin and significance of tonsillar cysts are discussed and a relationship to the lympho-epithelial cyst of the oral cavity is suggested.

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A Palatal Myoepithelioma

Dental Update ◽

10.12968/denu.2019.46.7.684 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 46 (7) ◽

pp. 684-685

Author(s):

Amandeep Bains ◽

Thomas Dennis ◽

Dimtrios Doumpiotis

Keyword(s):

Salivary Gland ◽

Case Report ◽

Oral Cavity ◽

Clinical Relevance ◽

Minor Salivary Glands ◽

Parotid Glands ◽

Rare Tumour ◽

Salivary Gland Tumours ◽

Rare Site ◽

Benign Salivary Gland Tumours

This case report demonstrates the management of a myoepithelioma in the minor salivary glands of the palate. Myoepitheliomas are rare, benign, salivary gland tumours which usually affect the parotid glands. The rare neoplasms only account for 1–1.5% of all salivary gland neoplasms. This case shows a minimal approach to treating this rare tumour found in a rare site. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This case demonstrates the potential for rapid epithelial recovery within the oral cavity.

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Ocular trauma originating in the oral cavity

Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery ◽

10.1016/j.asams.2015.04.006 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 28 (5) ◽

pp. 6-7

Keyword(s):

Oral Cavity ◽

Ocular Trauma

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Mouth preparation for complete dentures

Dental Update ◽

10.12968/denu.2021.48.10.851 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 48 (10) ◽

pp. 851-856

Author(s):

Wouter Leyssen ◽

Noha Abdelaziz ◽

AD Walmsley

Keyword(s):

Oral Cavity ◽

Clinical Relevance ◽

Soft Tissues ◽

Complete Dentures ◽

Optimal Outcome ◽

Denture Stomatitis ◽

The Individual ◽

Oral Conditions

The success of complete dentures is highly dependent on the anatomy of the oral cavity. Several conditions can affect the final denture fit. Disorders of the soft tissues, such as denture hyperplasia, denture stomatitis and mucosal pathology may play a role. There are also difficulties related to the shape of the bone, including excessively large undercuts/bony exostoses, tori, enlarged tuberosities and flabby ridges and other factors, such as xerostomia to be considered. The aim of this article is to help diagnose these conditions and to suggest ways of overcoming the individual problems with which patients present before starting denture construction. CPD/Clinical Relevance: The diagnosis of several oral conditions and their appropriate management may help achieve an optimal outcome when constructing complete dentures.

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