Subcutaneous Emphysema: Dental Causes and Management
Introduction Subcutaneous emphysema is a well-known complication that can occur during dental procedures. It arises when air is forcefully pushed into the submucosal spaces, leading … more
Pharmacology
Our Role in the Diagnosis of Hypertension – What Has Changed with the Pandemic?
As dental care professionals, we are all familiar with measuring our patients’ blood pressure. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been several … more
Nitrous Oxide and Postoperative Morbidity and Mortality: An Update of the ENIGMA-II Trial
Nitrous oxide is an odorless, colourless, inorganic gas that has been used in dental and surgical anesthesia since the mid-1800s. The combination of inhaled nitrous … more
Automated External Defibrillators and the Dental Office
The primary function of an automated external defibrillator (AED) is to convert certain fatal non-perfusing heart rhythms back into perfusing heart rhythms (producing a pulse … more
Dental Anesthetic for a Patient with Cornelia De Lange Syndrome During Dental Treatment: A Case Report
Abstract Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) is a rare genetic neurodevelopment disorder that can present challenging behavioral and airway management during general anesthesia. This case … more
Lingualized Occlusion: An Occlusal Scheme for Complete Dentures in Atrophied Ridges – A Case Report
Introduction Rehabilitation of completely edentulous maxillary and mandibular arches should satisfy form, function and esthetics. Such rehabilitations can be carried out either with or without … more
A Brief History of Propofol and the Introduction of Remimazolam as a Potential Heir Apparent
Propofol (2,6-diisopropylphenol) is an intravenous (IV) sedative-hypnotic agent commonly used for the IV induction and maintenance of general anesthesia.1 It has a rapid-onset, provides a … more
Intraosseous Access to the Circulation: A Valuable Tool in Medical Emergencies
The two most common methods for administering systemic medications to dental patients is by enteral (PO) or intravenous (IV) routes. In an emergency, the PO … more
NPO Guidelines and Current Evidence-Based Considerations
Current nil per os (npo) standards promote pre-operative fasting as an approach to reduce the volume and acidity of a patient’s stomach contents to reduce … more
Peri-Operative Epistaxis During Dentistry: A Case Report
Epistaxis (nasal bleeding) is a relatively common complication that may arise during a dental visit that utilizes sedation/anesthesia. While rarely fatal, appropriate and prompt management … more