OOIR: Observatory of International Research

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 2022-01-01 to 2026-01-01.)

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	38
Optimal needle characteristics for classical inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia: a systematic review	32
Impact of genetic variations in the WNT family members and RUNX2 on dental and skeletal maturation: a cross-sectional study	29
Application value of indocyanine green lymphography in the management of stage I/IIA microcystic lymphatic malformation of the tongue	29
Tinnitus in patients with orofacial complaints	28
Optimization of the size and location of the FOVs for CBCT capture of impacted lower third molars	26
Differences in characteristics and infection severity between odontogenic and other bacterial oro-naso-pharyngeal infections	25
Assessment of bony changes in temporomandibular joint in patients using cone beam computed tomography – a cross sectional study	24
Zirconia vs. titanium dental implants in maxillofacial trauma: a preliminary comparative biomechanical analysis in the maxilla using the finite element method	23
The role of otorhinolaryngologists in the treatment of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia	21
Temporomandibular disorder prevalence in malocclusion patients: a meta-analysis	21
Evaluation of the density of the midpalatal suture after maxillary expansion: a comparative observational study	18
Evaluating sagittal condylar inclination: a comparative analysis of various digital workflow measures	18
New measurement method for long-term oral complications after harvesting buccal mucosa grafts for urethroplasty	15
Halitosis in young patients with chronic kidney disease: findings from a randomized controlled trial	15
Assessment of a novel electrochemically deposited smart bioactive trabecular coating (SBTC®): a randomized controlled clinical trial	15
A novel dual embedding few-shot learning approach for classifying bone loss using orthopantomogram radiographic notes	14
3D volumetric analysis of upper airway changes following orthognathic surgery	13
FTO enhances OSCC progression via m⁶A-dependent stabilization of PKM2 mRNA through YTHDF2 modulation	13
Application of holography and augmented reality based technology to visualize the internal structure of the dental root – a proof of concept	13
Is the retromandibular approach a suitable approach to anatomical reduction of unilateral subcondylar fracture? A non-randomized clinical trial	13
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	12
Patients’ perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence in dentistry: a regional survey	12
Ultrasound-guided greater occipital nerve block for chronic migraine: a systematic review and meta-analysis	12
The effects of restorative material and connector cross-section area on the stress distribution of fixed partial denture: a finite element analysis	11

Comparison of the accuracy between guided and freehand placement of periorbital implants—a cadaveric split-face study	11
Accuracy of the surgical execution of virtually planned deep circumflex iliac artery flaps and their appropriateness for masticatory rehabilitation	11
The effect of three different apical termini on postoperative pain in teeth with irreversible pulpitis: a prospective clinical study	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
Clinical outcome of bioceramic sealer iRoot SP extrusion in root canal treatment: a retrospective analysis	10
Impact of manual therapy on body posture-3-D analysis with rasterstereography – pilotstudy	10
The relationship between psychological factors and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Patient self rated pain: headache versus migraine a retrospective chart review	9
Influence of pacifier design on pacifier-palate contact: a finite element analysis	9
Effects of collagen membrane on bone level and periodontal status of adjacent tooth after third molar surgery: a randomized controlled trial	9
Favourable dentoalveolar changes after lower premolar extractions for Class III camouflage with completely customized lingual appliances	9
Orthodontic findings and treatment need in patients with amelogenesis imperfecta: a descriptive analysis	8
Load distribution after unilateral condylar fracture with shortening of the ramus: a finite element model study	8
Utilization of facial fat grafting augmented reality guidance system in facial soft tissue defect reconstruction	8
Reduction malarplasty using a simulated surgical guide for asymmetric/prominent zygoma	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
Correlation of MRI and arthroscopic findings with clinical outcome in temporomandibular joint disorders: a retrospective cohort study	8
Three-dimensional analysis of palatal morphology and PAS in patients with cleft lip and palate prior to orthodontic treatment	8
Repair of exposure and fracture of the porous high-density polyethylene framework after ear reconstruction	8
CT comparison of the nasal airway anterior and posterior to the piriform aperture in patients with and without nasal obstruction	7
Maxillary canine position of patients with non-syndromic craniofacial disorder: a retrospective evaluation of panoramic radiographs	7
Magnetic resonance imaging for jawbone assessment: a systematic review	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
Accuracy and tracing time of cephalometric analyses on a tablet or desktop computer	7
Influence of the surgical method used for lip closure on the shape of the maxillary arch: a retrospective 3D analysis of plaster models	7
Quality of occlusal outcome in adult class II patients after maxillary total arch distalization with interradicular mini-screws	7
A deep learning framework for automated dental segmentation and diagnostic report generation from cone-beam computed tomography	7
Assessment of symmetry and parental satisfaction after use of customized nasal conformers in unilateral cleft lip repair: a randomized controlled clinical trial	7
Nasal cavity perforation by implant fixtures: case series with emphasis on panoramic imaging of nasal cavity extending posteriorly	7
Evaluation of the clinical success of direct restorations of endodontically treated posterior teeth in the presence of parafunction: a 12-month pilot study	7
Bovine pulp extracellular matrix hydrogel for regenerative endodontic applications: in vitro characterization and in vivo analysis in a necrotic tooth model	7
Choroidal vascular and oropharyngeal morphological indicators in predicting CPAP treatment efficacy in severe OSAS patients: a prospective cohort study	6
A comprehensive overview of FFRG and IHCC allograft cartilages in revision rhinoplasty: a systematic review	6
Evaluation of diagnostic accuracy of cone beam computed tomography and multi-detector computed tomography for detection of anatomical variations in rhinoplasty	6
Dentoalveolar process remodelling in the anterior mandible after Class III camouflage treatment with lower premolar extractions	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
The role of physiotherapy interventions in the management of temporomandibular joint ankylosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis	6
Enhanced precision in stone localization and intraoral removal in sialolithiasis: the role of preoperative computer tomographic scanning in surgical planning	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
Resolution of a periapical lesion in an autoimmune pancreatitis patient treated with long-term low-dose glucocorticoids: a case report	6
Buccal rotation for wholly impacted maxillary third molar extraction	6
Clinical efficacy of vitamin D combined with conventional therapy for sudden sensorineural hearing loss in patients with vitamin D deficiency: a randomized controlled trial	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
Automated orofacial virtual patient creation using two cohorts of MSCT vs. CBCT scans	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
Clinical observation of autologous platelet rich fibrin assisted revascularization of mature permanent teeth	6
Machine learning in dentistry and oral surgery: charting the course with bibliometric insights	5
Frequency of osteoradionecrosis of the lower jaw after radiotherapy of oral cancer patients correlated with dosimetric parameters and other risk factors	5
Looking good but tweeting bad? The social perception of orthodontic-related posts on Twitter and Instagram	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
Clinical characteristics of patients with pulsatile tinnitus accompanied by ethmoid sinus lesions and high jugular bulb	5
Oropharyngeal abscesses with repeated health care visits – the characteristics in patients with odontogenic and peritonsillar abscesses	5
Postoperative delirium in oral and maxillofacial surgery: a scoping review	5
Third molar eruption in dental panoramic radiographs as a feature for forensic age assessment – new reference data from a German population	5
Efficacy of three surgical methods for gingivectomy of permanent anterior teeth with delayed tooth eruption in children	5
Amphiregulin promotes activated regulatory T cell-suppressive function via the AREG/EGFR pathway in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma	5
Correction to: The statistical shape model as a quality assurance measure in the treatment of complex midface fractures: a case control study	5
Virtual reconstruction of midfacial bone defect based on generative adversarial network	5
Predictors of disease alleviation with mandibular advancement devices in obstructive sleep apnea: a retrospective cohort study	4
Quantitative evaluation of vertical control in orthodontic camouflage treatment for skeletal class II with hyperdivergent facial type	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
Correlations between radiological and histological findings of bone remodelling and root resorption in a rodent cleft model	4
Orofacial manifestations in mucopolysaccharidoses: a comprehensive clinical and radiographic evaluation of 35 pediatric cases	4
Puricelli biconvex arthroplasty: an experimental study in sheep	4
Lessening the erosive influence of electrolyte sports drinks on teeth using L-arginine and aqueous Miswak extract	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
Effects of simulated intraoral temperatures and wet environments on the stress relaxation properties of thermoplastic aligner materials	4
Passivity, torque stability, and fracture resistance in screw-retained and dual-retained metal-ceramic implant-supported restorations: an in vitro study, part II	4
Removal of dental implants displaced into the maxillary sinus: a retrospective single-center study	4
Oral hygiene, dental caries, and periodontal status in the migrant population. A systematic review, a 10-year study	4
Morphological CBCT parameters for an accurate differentiation between nasopalatine duct cyst and the normal nasopalatine canal	4
The clinical efficacy of periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics in patients with bone fenestration and dehiscence: a retrospective study	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
Novel CAD/CAM-splint-based navigation protocol enhances intraoperative maxillary position control in orthognathic surgery: a case control study	4
Orofacial findings and orthodontic treatment conditions in patients with down syndrome – a retrospective investigation	4
Investigation of the effect of impacted third molar position and orientation on bad split fractures in sagittal split ramus osteotomy using finite element analysis	3
Influence of deviation tolerances on the positioning accuracy using computer aided dynamic navigation in endodontic surgery: a proof-of-concept	3
The effect of folic acid or multivitamin containing folic acid supplementation during pregnancy on enamel structure of deciduous teeth: an ultrastructural and microanalytical study	3
Influence of patient motion on definition of typical cephalometric reference points in digital horizontally scanning cephalometric radiography	3
Quantitative MRI texture analysis of the lateral pterygoid muscle in unilateral temporomandibular joint disorders	3
Tumor budding predicts lymph node metastasis in squamous cell carcinoma of the lip	3
The incidence and severity of open gingival embrasures in adults treated with clear aligners and fixed appliances: a retrospective cohort study	3
Development of a porcine training model for microvascular fasciocutaneous free flap reconstruction	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
Unilateral and bilateral ex vivo cleft lip models: universal tools for surgical training at different levels of experience	3
Validation of a digital, partly automated three-dimensional cast analysis for evaluation of orthodontic treatment assessment	3
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	3
Temporomandibular disorders in individuals with Marfan syndrome: an exploratory analysis	3
Cost-effective 3D scanning and printing technologies for outer ear reconstruction: current status	3
Application of double-sleeve endotracheal tube in infection control for icu patients: a randomized controlled trial	3
MRI and CT imaging characteristics in parotid tumors with false-negative fine-needle aspirations	3
Clinical efficacy of intraoral ultrasonography versus transgingival probing for measurement of gingival thickness in different gingival biotypes: a clinical trial	3
Accuracy of artificial intelligence in caries detection: a systematic review and meta-analysis	3
Risky anatomical variations of sphenoid sinus and surrounding structures in endoscopic sinus surgery	3
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	3
Deep learning based quantitative cervical vertebral maturation analysis	2
Correction: Primary cold atmospheric plasma combined with low dose cisplatin as a possible adjuvant combination therapy for HNSCC cells—an in‑vitro study	2
Predictors for prolonged and escalated perioperative antibiotic therapy after microvascular head and neck reconstruction: a comprehensive analysis of 446 cases	2
Characteristics of preoperative electrically evoked middle latency responses and postoperative cochlear implant effects in patients with tinnitus	2
Three dimensional condylar positional and morphological changes following mandibular reconstruction based on CBCT analysis: a prospective study	2
One-plate versus two-plate fixation in the treatment of mandibular angle fractures: a retrospective two-centre comparative study	2
Relationship of myofascial trigger points with related disability, anxiety, and depression in patients with migraine headaches	2
Effectiveness of combining greater occipital nerve block and pulsed radiofrequency treatment in patients with chronic migraine: a double-blind, randomized controlled trial	2
Morphological analysis of anterior permanent dentition in a Chinese population using cone-beam computed tomography	2
The orthodontic implant site-switching technique: a preliminary study in dogs	2
Three-dimensional assessment of the favorability of maxillary posterior teeth intrusion in different skeletal classes limited by the vertical relationship with the maxillary sinus floor	2
Results of thermal osteonecrosis for implant removal on electron microscopy, implant stability, and radiographic parameters – a rat study	2
The role of the hyoid bone in mandibular advancement: insights from functional appliance therapy in patients with skeletal class II – a prospective cohort study	2
Outcome of different facial nerve managements in petrous bone cholesteatoma patients with facial paralysis	2
Predicting changes of incisor and facial profile following orthodontic treatment: a machine learning approach	2
Does the size of an object containing dental implant affect the expression of artifacts in cone beam computed tomography imaging?	2
Development of a machine learning-based predictive model for maxillary sinus cysts and exploration of clustering patterns	2
Exploring the association between PITX2, third molars agenesis and sella turcica morphology	2
On the necessity of complete caries excavation: a narrative review	2
CRISPR/Cas9-mediated knock out of ITGB6 in human OSCC cells reduced migration and proliferation ability	2
Fixture design effects on posterior dental implant stability using finite element analysis (FEA): a systematic review	2
Effect of personality characteristics on perception of tooth whitening outcome in young adults in long-term: a randomised, double-blind, placebo controlled trial	2
A novel 3D multimodal fusion imaging surgical guidance in microvascular decompression for primary trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm	2
Cytotoxic and antifungal effects of different teething oral gels: an in-vitro study	2
Impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on odontogenic infections in maxillofacial surgery	2
Impact of the adjacent bone on pseudarthrosis in mandibular reconstruction with fibula free flaps	2
Diclofenac sodium vs. dexketoprofen trometamol: selecting NSAIDs for managing postoperative inflammatory complications after third molar surgery—a randomized clinical trial	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
Three-dimensional soft tissue changes after simulated protrusion of upper and lower incisors in young adults: an experimental study	2