کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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3168456 | 1199409 | 2009 | 6 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
ObjectivesThis paper provides a comprehensive review of the etiology, pathophysiology and current treatment of dry socket.Study designThe Medline database (Ovid version) from 1966 to 2007 was searched for the term “dry socket” published in the English language, and 317 results were obtained. The articles were screened by abstract for relevance to etiology, pathophysiology, or treatment of dry socket. Treatment papers were ranked on the quality of evidence presented as assessed using the evidence-based systematic review worksheet of the University of Alberta. A total of 62 publications were included in the final review.ResultsPrevention methods remain the key to avoiding this complication. Prophylactic placement of topical antibiotics can be considered, whereas systemic antibiotics should be reserved for patients who are immunocompromised.ConclusionThis paper provided a comprehensive review of the etiology, pathophysiology, and current treatment of dry socket in dental practice
Journal: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontology - Volume 107, Issue 1, January 2009, Pages 30–35