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Papers

(The median citation count of Head & Face Medicine is 2. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-08-01 to 2025-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Evaluation of optimal single-photon emission computed tomography reference value and three-dimensional mandibular growth pattern in 54 Chinese unilateral condylar hyperplasia patients	32
Optimal needle characteristics for classical inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia: a systematic review	30
Evaluating sagittal condylar inclination: a comparative analysis of various digital workflow measures	28
Impact of genetic variations in the WNT family members and RUNX2 on dental and skeletal maturation: a cross-sectional study	25
Optimization of the size and location of the FOVs for CBCT capture of impacted lower third molars	25
Assessment of bony changes in temporomandibular joint in patients using cone beam computed tomography – a cross sectional study	22
Tinnitus in patients with orofacial complaints	21
Temporomandibular disorder prevalence in malocclusion patients: a meta-analysis	21
Application value of indocyanine green lymphography in the management of stage I/IIA microcystic lymphatic malformation of the tongue	21
Differences in characteristics and infection severity between odontogenic and other bacterial oro-naso-pharyngeal infections	20
Evaluation of the density of the midpalatal suture after maxillary expansion: a comparative observational study	19
Halitosis in young patients with chronic kidney disease: findings from a randomized controlled trial	19
New measurement method for long-term oral complications after harvesting buccal mucosa grafts for urethroplasty	18
A novel dual embedding few-shot learning approach for classifying bone loss using orthopantomogram radiographic notes	16
Is the retromandibular approach a suitable approach to anatomical reduction of unilateral subcondylar fracture? A non-randomized clinical trial	15
Rare case of skeletal third class in a subject suffering from Solitary Median Maxillary Central Incisor syndrome (SMMCI) associated to panhypopituitarism	15
Assessment of a novel electrochemically deposited smart bioactive trabecular coating (SBTC®): a randomized controlled clinical trial	13
The application of orthodontic bone stretching for correcting malpositioned dental implants	12
Application of holography and augmented reality based technology to visualize the internal structure of the dental root – a proof of concept	11
Effect of the level of alveolar atrophy on implant placement accuracy in guided surgery for full-arch restorations supported by four implants: an in vitro study	11
Patients’ perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence in dentistry: a regional survey	11
Adult maxillary expansion: CBCT evaluation of skeletal changes and determining an efficiency factor between force-controlled polycyclic slow activation and continuous rapid activation for mini-screw-a	11
Accuracy of the surgical execution of virtually planned deep circumflex iliac artery flaps and their appropriateness for masticatory rehabilitation	10
Impact of manual therapy on body posture-3-D analysis with rasterstereography – pilotstudy	10
Success and complication rate of miniscrew assisted non-surgical palatal expansion in adults - a consecutive study using a novel force-controlled polycyclic activation protocol	10

Patient self rated pain: headache versus migraine a retrospective chart review	10
The effect of three different apical termini on postoperative pain in teeth with irreversible pulpitis: a prospective clinical study	9
The effects of restorative material and connector cross-section area on the stress distribution of fixed partial denture: a finite element analysis	9
The relationship between psychological factors and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis	9
Effects of collagen membrane on bone level and periodontal status of adjacent tooth after third molar surgery: a randomized controlled trial	9
Clinical outcome of bioceramic sealer iRoot SP extrusion in root canal treatment: a retrospective analysis	8
Reduction malarplasty using a simulated surgical guide for asymmetric/prominent zygoma	8
Influence of pacifier design on pacifier-palate contact: a finite element analysis	8
Favourable dentoalveolar changes after lower premolar extractions for Class III camouflage with completely customized lingual appliances	8
Orthodontic findings and treatment need in patients with amelogenesis imperfecta: a descriptive analysis	8
Assessment of symmetry and parental satisfaction after use of customized nasal conformers in unilateral cleft lip repair: a randomized controlled clinical trial	7
Low intensity pulsed ultrasound versus low-level laser therapy on peri-implant marginal bone preservation and soft tissue healing following dental implant surgery: a randomized controlled trial	7
Nasal cavity perforation by implant fixtures: case series with emphasis on panoramic imaging of nasal cavity extending posteriorly	7
Load distribution after unilateral condylar fracture with shortening of the ramus: a finite element model study	7
Accuracy and tracing time of cephalometric analyses on a tablet or desktop computer	7
Utilization of facial fat grafting augmented reality guidance system in facial soft tissue defect reconstruction	7
Repair of exposure and fracture of the porous high-density polyethylene framework after ear reconstruction	7
CT comparison of the nasal airway anterior and posterior to the piriform aperture in patients with and without nasal obstruction	7
Three-dimensional analysis of palatal morphology and PAS in patients with cleft lip and palate prior to orthodontic treatment	7
Correlation of MRI and arthroscopic findings with clinical outcome in temporomandibular joint disorders: a retrospective cohort study	7
Bovine pulp extracellular matrix hydrogel for regenerative endodontic applications: in vitro characterization and in vivo analysis in a necrotic tooth model	6
Evaluation of diagnostic accuracy of cone beam computed tomography and multi-detector computed tomography for detection of anatomical variations in rhinoplasty	6
Magnetic resonance imaging for jawbone assessment: a systematic review	6
Qualitative and quantitative assessment of infraoccluded deciduous teeth: a systematic review	6
What impact do personality traits have on self-perception of dental aesthetics?	6
Septal Perforation Quality of Life questionnaire (SEPEQOL): validation of a new instrument to assess patients undergoing endoscopic repair of a nasal septal perforation	6
Enhanced precision in stone localization and intraoral removal in sialolithiasis: the role of preoperative computer tomographic scanning in surgical planning	6
Quality of occlusal outcome in adult class II patients after maxillary total arch distalization with interradicular mini-screws	6
Maxillary canine position of patients with non-syndromic craniofacial disorder: a retrospective evaluation of panoramic radiographs	6
Automated orofacial virtual patient creation using two cohorts of MSCT vs. CBCT scans	5
The role of physiotherapy interventions in the management of temporomandibular joint ankylosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis	5
Remineralization and protection from demineralization: effects of a hydroxyapatite-containing, a fluoride-containing and a fluoride- and hydroxyapatite-free toothpaste on human enamel in vitro	5
Buccal rotation for wholly impacted maxillary third molar extraction	5
Amphiregulin promotes activated regulatory T cell-suppressive function via the AREG/EGFR pathway in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma	5
Efficacy of three surgical methods for gingivectomy of permanent anterior teeth with delayed tooth eruption in children	5
Facial-submental island flap for reconstruction of hemitongue defects in young, middle-aged and elderly patients with early and middle stage oral tongue squamous cell carcinoma	5
Resolution of a periapical lesion in an autoimmune pancreatitis patient treated with long-term low-dose glucocorticoids: a case report	5
Clinical observation of autologous platelet rich fibrin assisted revascularization of mature permanent teeth	5
Oropharyngeal abscesses with repeated health care visits – the characteristics in patients with odontogenic and peritonsillar abscesses	5
Virtual reconstruction of midfacial bone defect based on generative adversarial network	5
Machine learning in dentistry and oral surgery: charting the course with bibliometric insights	5
A comprehensive overview of FFRG and IHCC allograft cartilages in revision rhinoplasty: a systematic review	5
Two-stage palatal repair in non-syndromic CLP patients using anterior to posterior closure is associated with minimal need for secondary palatal surgery	5
Dentoalveolar process remodelling in the anterior mandible after Class III camouflage treatment with lower premolar extractions	5
Postoperative delirium in oral and maxillofacial surgery: a scoping review	5
Clinical characteristics of patients with pulsatile tinnitus accompanied by ethmoid sinus lesions and high jugular bulb	5
Correction to: The statistical shape model as a quality assurance measure in the treatment of complex midface fractures: a case control study	4
Sex determination through maxillary dental arch and skeletal base measurements using machine learning	4
Dose development in sinonasal imaging over the last decade – a retrospective patient study	4
Effects of simulated intraoral temperatures and wet environments on the stress relaxation properties of thermoplastic aligner materials	4

Frequency of osteoradionecrosis of the lower jaw after radiotherapy of oral cancer patients correlated with dosimetric parameters and other risk factors	4
Forty-five-months follow-up of a minimally invasive, interdisciplinary treated hemangioma of the mandible with a high risk of severe bleeding – a case report	4
The clinical efficacy of periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics in patients with bone fenestration and dehiscence: a retrospective study	4
Oral hygiene, dental caries, and periodontal status in the migrant population. A systematic review, a 10-year study	4
Correlations between radiological and histological findings of bone remodelling and root resorption in a rodent cleft model	4
Looking good but tweeting bad? The social perception of orthodontic-related posts on Twitter and Instagram	4
Quantitative evaluation of vertical control in orthodontic camouflage treatment for skeletal class II with hyperdivergent facial type	4
Third molar eruption in dental panoramic radiographs as a feature for forensic age assessment – new reference data from a German population	4
Evaluation the impact of access cavity design and activation of calcium silicate-based sealer with EDDY and XP-Endo Finisher on sealer penetration into dentinal tubules: a confocal laser scanning micr	4
The anti-tumor effect of proteasome inhibitor MG132 for human adenoid cystic carcinoma: correlate with the emerging role of Nrf2/Keap1 signaling pathway	4
Removal of dental implants displaced into the maxillary sinus: a retrospective single-center study	3
Novel CAD/CAM-splint-based navigation protocol enhances intraoperative maxillary position control in orthognathic surgery: a case control study	3
Thirty-eight-year follow-up of the first patient of mandibular reconstruction with free vascularized fibula flap	3
Influence of deviation tolerances on the positioning accuracy using computer aided dynamic navigation in endodontic surgery: a proof-of-concept	3
Periodontal effects of maxillary expansion in adults using non-surgical expanders with skeletal anchorage vs. surgically assisted maxillary expansion: a systematic review	3
Development of a porcine training model for microvascular fasciocutaneous free flap reconstruction	3
Predictors of disease alleviation with mandibular advancement devices in obstructive sleep apnea: a retrospective cohort study	3
Application of double-sleeve endotracheal tube in infection control for icu patients: a randomized controlled trial	3
Validation of a digital, partly automated three-dimensional cast analysis for evaluation of orthodontic treatment assessment	3
Morphological CBCT parameters for an accurate differentiation between nasopalatine duct cyst and the normal nasopalatine canal	3
Puricelli biconvex arthroplasty: an experimental study in sheep	3
Orofacial findings and orthodontic treatment conditions in patients with down syndrome – a retrospective investigation	3
MRI and CT imaging characteristics in parotid tumors with false-negative fine-needle aspirations	3
Oral lichenoid lesion in association with chemotherapy treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma or lichen planus? Review of the literature and report of two challenging cases	3
Development of a machine learning-based predictive model for maxillary sinus cysts and exploration of clustering patterns	2
Relationship of myofascial trigger points with related disability, anxiety, and depression in patients with migraine headaches	2
Risky anatomical variations of sphenoid sinus and surrounding structures in endoscopic sinus surgery	2
Clinical efficacy of intraoral ultrasonography versus transgingival probing for measurement of gingival thickness in different gingival biotypes: a clinical trial	2
Cost-effective 3D scanning and printing technologies for outer ear reconstruction: current status	2
Effectiveness of combining greater occipital nerve block and pulsed radiofrequency treatment in patients with chronic migraine: a double-blind, randomized controlled trial	2
Exploring the association between PITX2, third molars agenesis and sella turcica morphology	2
Imaging predictor of ophthalmic involvement in maxillary sinus cancer during super selective intra-arterial cisplatin infusion and concomitant radiotherapy (RADPLAT)	2
Influence of orthodontic archwire (nickel–titanium versus copper–nickel–titanium) on pain in adult patients in the aligning phase of treatment with self-ligating brackets (two months of follow-up): a	2
Evaluation of the usefulness of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) in mandibular third molar surgery with 3D facial swelling analysis: a split-mouth randomized clinical trial	2
A CBCT based analysis of the correlation between volumetric morphology of the frontal sinuses and the facial growth pattern in caucasian subjects. A cross-sectional study	2
Does a preoperative cone beam CT reduce complication rates in the surgical removal of complex lower third molars? A retrospective study including 486 cases	2
The incidence and severity of open gingival embrasures in adults treated with clear aligners and fixed appliances: a retrospective cohort study	2
One year of COVID-19 pandemic: a cross sectional study on teaching oral and maxillofacial surgery	2
Does the size of an object containing dental implant affect the expression of artifacts in cone beam computed tomography imaging?	2
Cytotoxic and antifungal effects of different teething oral gels: an in-vitro study	2
The statistical shape model as a quality assurance measure in the treatment of complex midface fractures: a case control study	2
Hyperspectral imaging and artificial intelligence to detect oral malignancy – part 1 - automated tissue classification of oral muscle, fat and mucosa using a light-weight 6-layer deep neural network	2
Temporomandibular disorders in individuals with Marfan syndrome: an exploratory analysis	2
Accuracy of artificial intelligence in caries detection: a systematic review and meta-analysis	2
Influence of patient motion on definition of typical cephalometric reference points in digital horizontally scanning cephalometric radiography	2
Quantitative MRI texture analysis of the lateral pterygoid muscle in unilateral temporomandibular joint disorders	2
Diclofenac sodium vs. dexketoprofen trometamol: selecting NSAIDs for managing postoperative inflammatory complications after third molar surgery—a randomized clinical trial	2