British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Papers
(The TQCC of British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is 1. 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 2021-12-01 to 2025-12-01.)
ArticleCitations
Reply to the Letter to Editor regarding: Comparison of intravelar veloplasty and Furlow’s palatoplasty in submucous cleft palate: a meta- analysis49
Surgical performance anxiety among UK oral and maxillofacial surgeons37
Editorial Board35
Training groups / Instructions to Authors33
Outcomes of selective neck dissection in node positive oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma25
30 Electric scooter related maxillofacial injuries in Oxfordshire25
Open management of condylar head fractures. The first 50 cases: What have we learnt and where are we going?25
EP023 Frozen section analysis in detection of occult metastasis in sentinel nodes from oral squamous cell carcinoma: A Systematic review and meta-analysis25
20 Recruitment in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The pathway to Speciality Training24
EP123 Osseous Choristomas of the maxillofacial region: A systematic literature review24
Computed tomography-guided transfacial buccal space core biopsy of deep head and neck space lesions: our experience23
53 Recurrent TMJ subluxation in children: Case series, review of literature and protocol for management23
Trigeminal nerve injuries masquerading as erroneous facial palsy: a misunderstood presentation23
58. A single centre review of oral biopsy samples of suspected vesiculobullous lesions sent for direct immunofluorescence study – a repeat offender23
Comprehensive virtual orthognathic planning concept in surgery-first patients22
Fatty flap harvested from the double chin for chin enhancement: a new surgical technique22
Use of custom silicone putty for nasal tube stabilisation in orthognathic surgery22
21st century gender trends of authorship in the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery21
15. Why are Primary Care Practitioners Ignoring the 2014 BAOMS RCS TMD Commissioning Guide – A Multi-institution Service Evaluation21
41. Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in Zygomatic Fracture Surgery – What do patients want?20
P077 A five-year review of the management of mandibular fractures in a non-trauma centre20
33. How fast is too fast? Post-operative & physical function milestones for patients undergoing maxillofacial surgery with free flap reconstruction19
93. WITHDRAWN19
Transdermal fentanyl patch versus standard analgesia in postoperative oral submucous fibrosis patients: a triple blinded, randomised control trial18
A better way to... manage late presenting complications of temporomandibular joint prostheses18
Using the intact periosteum for horizontal bone augmentation of peri-implant defects: a retrospective cohort study18
Assessing prevalence and independent predictors of postoperative delirium in patients with head and neck cancer. Re: Crawford J E et al Postoperative delirium in patients with head and neck oral cance17
72. A quality improvement project analysing the environmental and financial impact of unnecessary preoperative investigations17
P067 Antral exostoses; do they matter? A review of the literature17
In reply to the Letter to Editor regarding “Lateralised T3/T4N0 oral squamous cell carcinoma. Is contralateral elective neck dissection or neck radiotherapy indicated? A multicentre retrospective stud16
Implications of the Quality of Life Metric in head and neck cancer16
Nasal reconstruction – the helical rim flap: an end to paramedian and other local flaps?16
63. A training tool for clinicians in segmenting medical images to make 3D models16
Surgical training during the COVID-19 pandemic: preparing for future uncertainty15
Uvuloplasty during soft palate cleft reconstruction15
EP093 Pre-specialisation examination in oral and maxillofacial surgery from EACMFS and the OMFS section of UEMS – A formative assessment for all trainees15
OBITUARY – RICHARD JUNIPER15
Predictors of wound complication in patients undergoing major head and neck cancer surgery who require free tissue transfer14
Online patient information on temporomandibular disorders provided by UK NHS hospitals: assessment and improvement of readability standards using AI-chatbots14
Comparison of the effect of tranexamic acid at various concentrations on the degradation time of platelet-rich fibrin14
Efficacy of lasers on reduction of post-surgical lip scar in cleft lip and palate patients: A systematic review14
Neck failure following pathologically node-negative neck dissection (pN0) in oral squamous cell carcinoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis14
Quality of life outcomes in patients receiving dental implants in vascularised bone flaps for mandibular reconstruction14
Diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging in synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint14
Which devices can be used to decompress odontogenic cystic lesions in the oral cavity? A systematic review14
EP027 Osteochondromyxoma of the Mandible – A case report13
EP064 Review of outcomes of scalp reconstruction using integra – Is it fit for purpose?13
35 Development of “The King’s Anterolateral Approach” in the treatment of Sphenoidal Wing Meningiomas – Accuracy of predicted Poly Ether Ether Ketone (PEEK) immediate reconstructions13
24 Extracurricular activities: The working patterns of dentally qualified medical students wishing to pursue a career in OMFS13
EP033 What is the current accuracy of artificial intelligence-based prediction of malignant transformation of oral potentially malignant disorders? A systematic review13
14 The effect of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and pre-DM on complications following head and neck cancer (HNCA) surgery. Single centre audit13
58 Undiagnosed expansile radicular cysts in a paediatric population13
Exploring patient perspectives: orthognathic surgery outcomes and experiences assessed by patient-reported outcome measures and patient-reported experience measures12
The BAOMS FlexFacs Programme: Advancing OMFS education and a potential model for online surgical learning across specialties in the United Kingdom12
Comparison between clinical and punch biopsy diagnosis of suspected head and neck skin cancer12
Response to: Comment on: Outcomes of incidental pulmonary nodules detected in oral and oropharyngeal cancer patients12
Temporomandibular joint alloplastic replacement failure12
Learning curve in minimally invasive orthognathic surgery12
37 A maxillary artery pseudoaneurysm: A rare complication following upper third molar removal12
Effect of tranexamic acid on postoperative blood loss12
Three-dimensional printed personalised digital guide plate for greater palatine block in trigeminal neuralgia12
Editorial Board11
92. A closer look at the submental island flap. Anatomical dissection and review, histological look at lymph node yield answering the aged question is it safe oncologically?11
20. WITHDRAWN10
P010 Evaluation of Montgomery consent in nonmelanoma skin cancer surgery10
P131 WITHDRAWN10
Comparison of histopathological turnaround times for mandibulectomies, glossectomies, and incisional biopsies of the tongue10
11. Therapeutic effect of pumping manipulation therapy combined with self mouth opening stretching for patients with anterior disc displacement without reduction of the temporomandibular disorder10
P088 WITHDRAWN10
187. WITHDRAWN10
Editorial Board10
The Incidence of metastasis to level V lymph nodes in clinically positive necks requires further study ?10
A better way to classify the Rhinectomy defect10
37. Pleomorphic Dermal Sarcoma (PDS) – who should be getting it right first time?10
Trends in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) operations for Trauma and Infection in the Mersey Regional OMFS Unit between 2018-202110
Re: Ageing increases risk of lower eyelid malposition after primary orbital fracture reconstruction10
P042 Video-based online learning – a fast and easy way to teach your team about the oral surgery armamentarium10
Is it worth applying self-irrigation after third molar extraction? A randomised controlled trial9
P075 A CBCT analysis of mandibular buccal bone thickness in relation to use of monocortical screws in mandibular fractures9
In vitro effects of wool-derived keratin on human dental pulp-derived stem cells for endodontic applications9
Lingual mobilisation; serial horizontal incision and vertical extension suture for severe ankyloglossia: a technical note9
Editorial Board9
Retrospective analysis of odontogenic myxoma and odontogenic myxofibroma in the oral and maxillofacial region: a fibrous tissue-related differentiation9
Withdrawn9
Ageing increases risk of lower eyelid malposition after primary orbital fracture reconstruction9
Retropharyngeal lymph node metastasis in oral cancer. Systematic review and survival analysis9
39. Artificial Intelligence in oral cancer diagnosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis8
50. Admission patterns and outcomes of patients admitted to critical care with surgically treated facial infection: an analysis of the Intensive Care National Audit and Research Centre Case Mix Progra8
Management of sagittal craniosynostosis: morphological comparison of eight surgical techniques8
Editorial Board8
Changing patterns of penetrating neck injuries at a London-based level 1 major trauma centre: a five-year review8
Evaluation of fluoride levels in areca nut, tobacco, and commercial smokeless tobacco products: a pilot study8
Modified transoral approach for excision of parapharyngeal pleomorphic adenoma8
United Kingdom and Ireland oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial surgery multidisciplinary clinics for the management of oral epithelial dysplasia8
United Kingdom medical student expansion – Can new medical schools seize the initiative?8
Comment on: Who let the dogs out? A 10-year review of maxillofacial dog bite injuries8
Re: Biomechanical analysis and comparison between ‘zeta’ miniplate design and conventional miniplate system for fixation of fracture segments in transition zone of parasymphysis body region of mandibl8
Developing confidence in oral and maxillofacial dental core trainees: a national review of the trainee experience8
Obituary: Mr Brian Ginn Millar8
Immunotherapy for locally advanced head and neck cancer8
Challenge of major knife crime related maxillofacial injuries8
Immunohistochemical evaluation of Ki67 in predicting malignant transformation in oral submucous fibrosis8
47. A surgical approach for treatment of massive venous malformations; improving airway and quality of life8
198. eScooters – commuter convenience or craniofacial calamity?7
P145 Gender changes in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) in the UK. Current trends suggest gender parity may be achieved by the end of the decade7
43. A Quality Improvement Project: Utilising sedation for Maxillofacial Paediatric Emergency Department patients – an alternative to General Anaesthetic7
Skin cancer in people from BAME background7
P150 Perceived wellbeing in undergraduate dental students: a two year study7
Use of autogenous fascia lata slings in the surgical correction of ptosis: a systematic review of the literature and meta-analysis7
P012 Active clinical referral triage for routine temporomandibular joint referrals to OMFS in a District General Hospital7
87. Elective tracheostomy vs delayed extubation for free flap reconstruction – Are we making the right choice?7
26. Machine Learning applied to audit of outcomes after immediate free flap reconstruction of the Head & Neck7
The medical licensing assessment (MLA): a missed opportunity for oral and maxillofacial surgery?7
106 Nasal epithesis to magnetically retain a prosthetic nose – A novel use for patient specific implants7
P085 Cellulitis, dermatitis or necrotising fasciitis?7
Maxillomandibular advancement is a safe procedure in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea. Results of a retrospective study7
Position of the mandibular canal before and after bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy: a cone beam computed tomographic study7
National Health Service guidelines for transgender orthognathic surgery patients7
Impact of patient age on the functional and psychosocial outcomes of orthognathic treatment7
84. The Superficial Ulnar Artery variant – A hazard during radial forearm free flap harvest7
162. Rosai-Dorfman disease of the mandible7
Utilisation of specialist sonographers for head and neck ultrasound fine-needle aspiration cytology can help shorten waiting lists and improve efficiency of the service7
In vitro mechanical test of grid plates for mandibular angle fractures7
Clinical application of 3-dimensional tissue volume assessment using CloudCompare7
Concussion in facial trauma patients: a retrospective analysis of 100 patients from a UK major trauma centre7
145. No finding left behind7
The analgesic effect of adding magnesium sulphate to inferior alveolar nerve block in mandibular third molar surgery: a randomised controlled trial6
EP032 A case of a primary cutaneous adenoid cystic carcinoma; a rare mimic of a BCC6
Tri-zone aseptic draping technique for temporomandibular joint surgery: a technical note6
Incidence of post-surgical hypoparathyroidism (POSH) after total thyroidectomy6
Re: re: Association between periodontal disease and oral squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis6
93 Modernising the consent process: Could this be the future?6
The posterior velar apex defined and its importance in the assessment of velopharyngeal dysfunction. An update of the surface anatomy of the hard and soft palate6
16 Coding, what’s the fuss? An audit of clinical coding in Cumberland Infirmary’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department6
Editorial Board6
An evaluation of TikTok videos as a source of information for orthognathic surgery6
The Management of Osteomyelitis of the Mandible – a 15-year case series6
EP088 Reconstruction of a post traumatic zygomatic defect with 3-piece PEEK implant6
Greetings from your predatory journal! What they are, why they are a problem, how to spot and avoid them6
Facial trauma education within two English medical schools6
100 MaxSim: An update6
Evaluation of the efficiency of different treatment modalities in individuals with painful temporomandibular joint disc displacement with reduction: a randomised controlled clinical trial6
A systematic review of prognostic factors and anatomical variability in surgically managed T4b oral squamous cell carcinoma: implications for future classification6
101 Curative surgery or surgical palliation – What patients and family want?6
Accuracy of preoperative clinical examination and imaging for mandibular resection in oral cancer: a systematic review of diagnostic test accuracy studies6
Training Groups5
Response to the Letter to the Editor: Minimise damage of heat generated during drilling procedure. In-vitro assessment of bone viability with different implant drill speeds5
196. Quantitative and qualitative analysis of diplopia following orbital fracture repair5
65. Is re-excision of a close margin for facial skin cancer a necessity?5
Arthroscopic anatomy of the anteromedial wall of the temporomandibular joint: Implications in articular disc displacement5
EP137 Silent invaders: Metastasis of renal cell carcinoma to salivary glands5
173. Sialendoscopy treatment outcomes: Strictures vs stones5
Telemedicine in OMFS: a literature review of its potential and future prospects5
Editorial Board5
19 Retrospective analysis of first echelon lymph node identification in scalp melanomas5
2. WITHDRAWN5
Enhanced recovery after orthognathic surgery: a retrospective comparison study of 56 patients5
Predictors and risk factors for admission to critical care in cervicofacial infections: a Maxillofacial Trainee Research Collaborative (MTReC) study5
P052 A literature review of anti-resorptive medications and reports of MRONJ5
45. Penetrating neck injury during the COVID-19 pandemic – changing patterns in prevalence, aetiology & patient demographics at a Major Trauma Centre5
76. WITHDRAWN5
EP103 Graduate entry medicine in oral and maxillofacial surgery – A review of the second degree locations of UK specialists and trainees 1979–20195
Facial feminisation surgery in the UK: A plea to give it serious treatment5
EP009 Compliance with BOS/BAOMS minimum dataset in orthognathic patients at KCH5
The efficacy of indocyanine green fluorescence in facilitating thoracic duct visualisation and mitigating injury in cervicothoracic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis5
Effectiveness and safety of botulinum toxin in comparison with surgery for drooling in paediatric patients with neurological disorders: a systematic review5
89. A proposed algorithm for free flap reconstruction of osseous defects in the head and neck: The Guys Hospital experience5
Re: Sexual dimorphism and geographical variance: their impact on the reliability of the antilingula as a landmark in human mandibular surgery5
Alternative technique to repair damaged inferior alveolar nerve using data fusion from computed tomographic and magnetic resonance imaging5
Patient-reported outcome measures following maxillomandibular advancement surgery in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome5
Does anticoagulation improve outcomes of microvascular free flap reconstruction following head and neck surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis5
126. An evaluation and comparison of front of neck access simulation training with animal tissue, 3d printed and combined models5
8. Surgical Correction in 231 Trigonocephaly Patients – The Alder Hey Experience5
The composition of England’s single-qualification OMFS posts: a descriptive analysis of foundation year and dental core training posts5
EP010 A 5-year retrospective audit measuring the surgical outcome success rates of open and closed exposures of impacted canines at a District General Hospital5
45 Concurrent orthognathic surgery and temporomandibular joint replacement5
Extraoral vertical ramus osteotomy combined with internal fixation for the treatment of mandibular deformities5
Training Groups5
P118 Differentiating between a central giant cell granuloma and brown tumour – a case study5
Additional insights on COVID-associated mucormycosis5
Study on the reconstruction of a four-dimensional movement model and the envelope surface of the condyle in normal adults5
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Curriculum (2021) and Oral Surgery Curriculum (2023): A forensic comparison of two documents5
62. Novel solution for failed reconstruction plate to restore post traumatic hemi-mandibulectomy defect. A future direction?4
Is manual reduction adequate for intraoperative control of occlusion during fixation of mandibular fractures? A systematic review and meta-analysis4
Sentinel lymph node biopsy for early oral cancer - accuracy and considerations for patient selection4
Three-dimensional anatomical model of the facial nerve in 100 parotid tumours: improved planning and personalised surgery4
Head and neck reconstruction in the vessel depleted neck using robot-assisted harvesting of the internal mammary vessels4
P074 Revisiting the role of submental intubation (SMI) in oral and maxillofacial surgery4
36. Does the use of hand-held dermatoscope smart phone photography help in achieving clear peripheral margins in cutaneous malignancy – A Preliminary Study4
Training in reconstructive robotic head and neck surgery4
Temporomandibular joint meniscopexy using the JuggerKnot® Soft Anchor System4
In vitro comparison of fixation methods used in sagittal split osteotomy with a major advancement and counterclockwise rotation4
20. Regulation of HPV oncogene expression4
3. Paediatric Orbital Fractures: A Review of Outcomes4
81 Retrospective cohort study on accuracy of occlusal 3D fabricated splints vs conventional splints in patients with facial deformities4
85. Oral and maxillofacial cancer free flap surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic at Guy’s Hospital London4
EP083 Revolutionising patient care: Nurse-led feedback sparks vital updates to orbital observations chart for post-surgery monitoring of orbital, zygomatic and maxillary fractures4
Re: Titanium mesh for guided bone regeneration: a systematic review4
Multiple oral mucoceles treated with evening primrose oil: a report of two cases4
Closed reduction of nasoseptal fractures: key concepts for predictable results4
49. Potassium Titanyl Phosphate LASER resection of Tongue T1/T2 Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Its effect on Quality of Life and Nutritional Status: A cross-sectional study4
Training Groups4
64. A rare case of chondroid syringoma: Case report and review of the literature4
Systematic review of techniques used to validate the registration of augmented-reality images using a head-mounted device to navigate surgery4
35. Head and neck cancers in the emergency department during COVID-19 Pandemic4
Mandibular magnetic distractor: preclinical validation4
Training groups / Instructions to Authors4
A Better Way to Manage Paediatric Maxillofacial Trauma; A Retrospective Study Examining the Presentation of Maxillofacial Soft Tissue Injuries and Management over 3-year period at a Regional Children’4
22 Surgical performance anxiety among UK Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons4
Transdermal fentanyl patch in long term postoperative pain management for oral submucous fibrosis: to be or not to be? Re: Transdermal fentanyl patch versus standard analgesia in postoperative oral su4
Re: Clinical outcomes of lingual nerve repair4
Adapting the University of Washington Quality of Life Questionnaire for Oral Cancer to trauma patients4
Recruitment problems: a survey of senior dental students’ attitudes towards junior jobs in maxillofacial surgery4
30. Audit of diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration and core biopsy of head and neck lumps4
Re: E-scooter injuries referred to the oral and maxillofacial surgical service at Christchurch Hospital: a retrospective observational study and cost analysis of 17 months of data4
Reviewer thank you list4
149. Dental Core Training: What can we learn from “IST”?4
Use of a Strait Cannula microdebrider for debulking of a free tissue transfer flap skin paddle: a technical note4
16. A Decade of NHS Never Events – Has formal reporting made a difference?4
1. Rare complication of nodular lesions following Botulinum neurotoxin type A injection post SARS-CoV-2 vaccination4
3. An audit of the use of ReSPECT documentation within an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery department4
Conversational artificial intelligence: the interface with the patient concerns inventory4
EP090 An evolutionary perspective of facial fractures in humans4
Augmented reality presentation of the extracranial facial nerve: an innovation in parotid surgery4
Augmentation of the width and thickness of keratinised gingiva using a collagen biomaterial in apically positioned flap surgery: a technical note3
Intraoperative findings during temporal artery biopsy: keys to optimise the diagnosis of giant cell arteritis3
102. Mental health screening in nasal trauma patients3
4. Audit of Risk Factors to Predict the Recurrence of Salivary Gland Pleomorphic Adenomas3
EP016 Audit of non-attendance for oral and maxillofacial surgery minor operations lists at a single centre3
70 The use of scapular tip flaps in the reconstruction of head and neck cancer defects: Systematic review and meta-analysis3
Evaluating changes in the condylar head after orthognathic surgery with or without articular disc repositioning: a systematic review3
Surgical treatment of paediatric fractures of the mandibular condyle: a systematic review of the literature3
104. An audit assessing the documentation of risks communicated during the written consent process of the surgical management of mandibular fractures within the Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Bucking3
P047 A review of systematic literature reviews of the benefits of PRP in third molar surgery3
Does distraction osteogenesis improve the airway volume and quality of life of obstructive sleep apnoea patients secondary to temporomandibular joint ankylosis?3
Citation for the 2022 BAOMS Down Surgical Prize – Peter Brennan3
156. Paraneoplastic oral ulceration in lung carcinoma3
EP145 Military protocol for low-altitude aeromedical evacuation after mid-facial fractures3
Comment on ‘Do we consent to change? An evaluation of the Oral and Maxillofacial Outpatient Department Dentoalveolar Consent Forms’3
Outcomes in facial transplantation – a systematic review3
EP054 Development, implementation and evaluation of a proforma for the assessment of patients with Head and Neck Space Infections3
Re: Quantifying bone healing after mandibular displacement in orthognathic surgery3
16. Post operative salivary complications following buccal SCC resection: a retrospective analysis3
10. Indicators at the time of arthroscopy that increase the likelihood of requiring open joint surgery3
64. Buccally positioned and misaligned bilateral maxillary third molars impinging on coronoid process- a rare finding and unreported cause for long term Trismus3
43 Failures in the surgical management of impacted teeth: Is the current assessment technique adequate?3
EP150 Post operative outcomes after elective day case surgical management of mandible fractures3
Assessing postoperative maxillary advancement stability in patients with cleft lip and palate3
Functional outcomes following mandibulectomy and fibular free-flap reconstruction3
188. Review of a regional paediatric trauma service3
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