Research

Research
Dentists performing an operation during their trip to Vietnam.

Can I use Local Anesthetic on a patient with pseudocholinesterase deficiency?

Gregoire C., JCDA express. Issue 3, March 2011. Key points: This article provides a comprehensive review of pseudocholinesterase deficiency, including its pathophysiology, genetic basis, available testing and drugs to avoid. A literature review of English-language journals resulted in nearly 250 articles for examination. The authors review acquired conditions, drugs that influence enzyme activity and possible…

Facial appearance following surgical treatment for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

Goodday RG, Gregoire CE, General Dentistry, May 2008. Page 251-257. Abstract: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a serious medical condition that is associated with numerous negative health side effects. The general dentist plays an invaluable role in identifying patients with this condition. Certain OSAS patients receive significant medical and social benefits from orthognathic surgery…

Basosquamous carcinoma involving the anterior skull base: a neglected tumor treated using intraoperative navigation as a guide to achieve safe resection margins

Gregoire C, Adler D, Madey S, Bell B, JOMS. 2011 Jan;69(1):230-6. Abstract Basosquamous carcinoma (BSC) or metatypical carcinoma is a rare and controversial form of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) that was first described by MacCormac in 1910. Numerous theories have been described in the literature regarding its origin but it is generally accepted as a…

The Need for Concomitant Bone Grafting During Maxillomandibular Advancement for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome

Goodday RG, Gregoire CE., JOMS. 2007 Sept; 65(9):42. Abstract Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a serious, potentially life-threatening medical condition with a wide range of deleterious health side effects. The benefits of Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA) surgery to treat OSAS in selected patients are well recognized. Controversy exists regarding the need to perform a concomitant…