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 2021-05-01 to 2025-05-01.)

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	35
Temporomandibular disorder prevalence in malocclusion patients: a meta-analysis	30
Optimal needle characteristics for classical inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia: a systematic review	29
Evaluating sagittal condylar inclination: a comparative analysis of various digital workflow measures	27
Impact of genetic variations in the WNT family members and RUNX2 on dental and skeletal maturation: a cross-sectional study	24
Differences in characteristics and infection severity between odontogenic and other bacterial oro-naso-pharyngeal infections	22
Tinnitus in patients with orofacial complaints	21
Assessment of bony changes in temporomandibular joint in patients using cone beam computed tomography – a cross sectional study	20
Patients’ perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence in dentistry: a regional survey	19
Application of holography and augmented reality based technology to visualize the internal structure of the dental root – a proof of concept	19
Halitosis in young patients with chronic kidney disease: findings from a randomized controlled trial	19
Evaluation of the density of the midpalatal suture after maxillary expansion: a comparative observational study	18
Assessment of a novel electrochemically deposited smart bioactive trabecular coating (SBTC®): a randomized controlled clinical trial	18
Rare case of skeletal third class in a subject suffering from Solitary Median Maxillary Central Incisor syndrome (SMMCI) associated to panhypopituitarism	17
The application of orthodontic bone stretching for correcting malpositioned dental implants	17
ANLN promotes carcinogenesis in oral cancer by regulating the PI3K/mTOR signaling pathway	16
Is the retromandibular approach a suitable approach to anatomical reduction of unilateral subcondylar fracture? A non-randomized clinical trial	16
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	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
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	14
Accuracy of the surgical execution of virtually planned deep circumflex iliac artery flaps and their appropriateness for masticatory rehabilitation	13
Patient self rated pain: headache versus migraine a retrospective chart review	13
Impact of manual therapy on body posture-3-D analysis with rasterstereography – pilotstudy	12
The effects of restorative material and connector cross-section area on the stress distribution of fixed partial denture: a finite element analysis	11
Favourable dentoalveolar changes after lower premolar extractions for Class III camouflage with completely customized lingual appliances	11

Effects of collagen membrane on bone level and periodontal status of adjacent tooth after third molar surgery: a randomized controlled trial	11
Clinical outcome of bioceramic sealer iRoot SP extrusion in root canal treatment: a retrospective analysis	10
Targeted sequencing of NOTCH signaling pathway genes and association analysis of variants correlated with mandibular prognathism	10
Reduction malarplasty using a simulated surgical guide for asymmetric/prominent zygoma	10
Orthodontic findings and treatment need in patients with amelogenesis imperfecta: a descriptive analysis	10
Correlation of MRI and arthroscopic findings with clinical outcome in temporomandibular joint disorders: a retrospective cohort study	9
Load distribution after unilateral condylar fracture with shortening of the ramus: a finite element model study	9
A study on the association between accessory maxillary ostium and maxillary sinus mucosal thickening using cone beam computed tomography	8
Repair of exposure and fracture of the porous high-density polyethylene framework after ear reconstruction	8
Accuracy and tracing time of cephalometric analyses on a tablet or desktop computer	8
Three-dimensional analysis of palatal morphology and PAS in patients with cleft lip and palate prior to orthodontic treatment	8
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
Septal Perforation Quality of Life questionnaire (SEPEQOL): validation of a new instrument to assess patients undergoing endoscopic repair of a nasal septal perforation	7
Investigating resistin like beta (RETNLB) as a tumor promoter for oral squamous cell carcinoma	7
Quality of occlusal outcome in adult class II patients after maxillary total arch distalization with interradicular mini-screws	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
Bovine pulp extracellular matrix hydrogel for regenerative endodontic applications: in vitro characterization and in vivo analysis in a necrotic tooth model	7
Maxillary canine position of patients with non-syndromic craniofacial disorder: a retrospective evaluation of panoramic radiographs	7
Utilization of facial fat grafting augmented reality guidance system in facial soft tissue defect reconstruction	7
What impact do personality traits have on self-perception of dental aesthetics?	6
Dentoalveolar process remodelling in the anterior mandible after Class III camouflage treatment with lower premolar extractions	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
Magnetic resonance imaging for jawbone assessment: a systematic review	6
Enhanced precision in stone localization and intraoral removal in sialolithiasis: the role of preoperative computer tomographic scanning in surgical planning	6
A comprehensive overview of FFRG and IHCC allograft cartilages in revision rhinoplasty: a systematic review	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
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
Qualitative and quantitative assessment of infraoccluded deciduous teeth: 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
The role of physiotherapy interventions in the management of temporomandibular joint ankylosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis	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
Clinical characteristics of patients with pulsatile tinnitus accompanied by ethmoid sinus lesions and high jugular bulb	5
Buccal rotation for wholly impacted maxillary third molar extraction	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
Third molar eruption in dental panoramic radiographs as a feature for forensic age assessment – new reference data from a German population	5
The clinical efficacy of periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics in patients with bone fenestration and dehiscence: a retrospective study	5
Virtual reconstruction of midfacial bone defect based on generative adversarial network	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
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
Quantitative evaluation of vertical control in orthodontic camouflage treatment for skeletal class II with hyperdivergent facial type	5
Postoperative delirium in oral and maxillofacial surgery: a scoping review	5
Efficacy of three surgical methods for gingivectomy of permanent anterior teeth with delayed tooth eruption in children	5
Automated orofacial virtual patient creation using two cohorts of MSCT vs. CBCT scans	5
Frequency of osteoradionecrosis of the lower jaw after radiotherapy of oral cancer patients correlated with dosimetric parameters and other risk factors	5
Sex determination through maxillary dental arch and skeletal base measurements using machine learning	5