OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Head & Face Medicine is 5. 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 2021-06-01 to 2025-06-01.)

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	36
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	26
Tinnitus in patients with orofacial complaints	22
Differences in characteristics and infection severity between odontogenic and other bacterial oro-naso-pharyngeal infections	22
Assessment of bony changes in temporomandibular joint in patients using cone beam computed tomography – a cross sectional study	22
Temporomandibular disorder prevalence in malocclusion patients: a meta-analysis	21
Rare case of skeletal third class in a subject suffering from Solitary Median Maxillary Central Incisor syndrome (SMMCI) associated to panhypopituitarism	20
Evaluation of the density of the midpalatal suture after maxillary expansion: a comparative observational study	20
Halitosis in young patients with chronic kidney disease: findings from a randomized controlled trial	20
Is the retromandibular approach a suitable approach to anatomical reduction of unilateral subcondylar fracture? A non-randomized clinical trial	19
Application of holography and augmented reality based technology to visualize the internal structure of the dental root – a proof of concept	18
Assessment of a novel electrochemically deposited smart bioactive trabecular coating (SBTC®): a randomized controlled clinical trial	18
Patients’ perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence in dentistry: a regional survey	18
The application of orthodontic bone stretching for correcting malpositioned dental implants	18
ANLN promotes carcinogenesis in oral cancer by regulating the PI3K/mTOR signaling pathway	17
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	16
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	15
Success and complication rate of miniscrew assisted non-surgical palatal expansion in adults - a consecutive study using a novel force-controlled polycyclic activation protocol	14
Accuracy of the surgical execution of virtually planned deep circumflex iliac artery flaps and their appropriateness for masticatory rehabilitation	14
The effects of restorative material and connector cross-section area on the stress distribution of fixed partial denture: a finite element analysis	13
Impact of manual therapy on body posture-3-D analysis with rasterstereography – pilotstudy	13
Patient self rated pain: headache versus migraine a retrospective chart review	13
Effects of collagen membrane on bone level and periodontal status of adjacent tooth after third molar surgery: a randomized controlled trial	12

Favourable dentoalveolar changes after lower premolar extractions for Class III camouflage with completely customized lingual appliances	11
Correlation of MRI and arthroscopic findings with clinical outcome in temporomandibular joint disorders: a retrospective cohort study	10
Load distribution after unilateral condylar fracture with shortening of the ramus: a finite element model study	10
Reduction malarplasty using a simulated surgical guide for asymmetric/prominent zygoma	10
Clinical outcome of bioceramic sealer iRoot SP extrusion in root canal treatment: a retrospective analysis	10
Orthodontic findings and treatment need in patients with amelogenesis imperfecta: a descriptive analysis	10
Repair of exposure and fracture of the porous high-density polyethylene framework after ear reconstruction	10
Accuracy and tracing time of cephalometric analyses on a tablet or desktop computer	9
Nasal cavity perforation by implant fixtures: case series with emphasis on panoramic imaging of nasal cavity extending posteriorly	8
CT comparison of the nasal airway anterior and posterior to the piriform aperture in patients with and without nasal obstruction	8
Utilization of facial fat grafting augmented reality guidance system in facial soft tissue defect reconstruction	8
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	8
Three-dimensional analysis of palatal morphology and PAS in patients with cleft lip and palate prior to orthodontic treatment	8
A study on the association between accessory maxillary ostium and maxillary sinus mucosal thickening using cone beam computed tomography	8
Enhanced precision in stone localization and intraoral removal in sialolithiasis: the role of preoperative computer tomographic scanning in surgical planning	7
Qualitative and quantitative assessment of infraoccluded deciduous teeth: a systematic review	7
Maxillary canine position of patients with non-syndromic craniofacial disorder: a retrospective evaluation of panoramic radiographs	7
Bovine pulp extracellular matrix hydrogel for regenerative endodontic applications: in vitro characterization and in vivo analysis in a necrotic tooth model	7
Magnetic resonance imaging for jawbone assessment: a systematic review	7
Investigating resistin like beta (RETNLB) as a tumor promoter for oral squamous cell carcinoma	7
Septal Perforation Quality of Life questionnaire (SEPEQOL): validation of a new instrument to assess patients undergoing endoscopic repair of a nasal septal perforation	7
Quality of occlusal outcome in adult class II patients after maxillary total arch distalization with interradicular mini-screws	7
Evaluation of diagnostic accuracy of cone beam computed tomography and multi-detector computed tomography for detection of anatomical variations in rhinoplasty	6
The role of physiotherapy interventions in the management of temporomandibular joint ankylosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis	6
What impact do personality traits have on self-perception of dental aesthetics?	6
Automated orofacial virtual patient creation using two cohorts of MSCT vs. CBCT scans	6
Dentoalveolar process remodelling in the anterior mandible after Class III camouflage treatment with lower premolar extractions	6
A comprehensive overview of FFRG and IHCC allograft cartilages in revision rhinoplasty: a systematic review	6
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	6
Buccal rotation for wholly impacted maxillary third molar extraction	6
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	6
Resolution of a periapical lesion in an autoimmune pancreatitis patient treated with long-term low-dose glucocorticoids: a case report	6
Clinical observation of autologous platelet rich fibrin assisted revascularization of mature permanent teeth	6
Two-stage palatal repair in non-syndromic CLP patients using anterior to posterior closure is associated with minimal need for secondary palatal surgery	6
Third molar eruption in dental panoramic radiographs as a feature for forensic age assessment – new reference data from a German population	5
Panoramic prediction equations to estimate implant- to-mandibular canal dimensions in the mandibular posterior region: implications for dental implant treatment	5
Frequency of osteoradionecrosis of the lower jaw after radiotherapy of oral cancer patients correlated with dosimetric parameters and other risk factors	5
Amphiregulin promotes activated regulatory T cell-suppressive function via the AREG/EGFR pathway in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma	5
Virtual reconstruction of midfacial bone defect based on generative adversarial network	5
Sex determination through maxillary dental arch and skeletal base measurements using machine learning	5
Quantitative evaluation of vertical control in orthodontic camouflage treatment for skeletal class II with hyperdivergent facial type	5
The anti-tumor effect of proteasome inhibitor MG132 for human adenoid cystic carcinoma: correlate with the emerging role of Nrf2/Keap1 signaling pathway	5
Oropharyngeal abscesses with repeated health care visits – the characteristics in patients with odontogenic and peritonsillar abscesses	5
Looking good but tweeting bad? The social perception of orthodontic-related posts on Twitter and Instagram	5
Efficacy of three surgical methods for gingivectomy of permanent anterior teeth with delayed tooth eruption in children	5
The clinical efficacy of periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics in patients with bone fenestration and dehiscence: a retrospective study	5
Dose development in sinonasal imaging over the last decade – a retrospective patient study	5
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	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