S. Clark

New admission scoring criteria for patients with odontogenic infections: a pilot study

Odontogenic infections are often referred to the oral and maxillofacial surgical department, which can cause a dilemma for junior clinicians who have to decide whether such patients require admission. We have devised a score to be used on admission to our unit to help junior on-call staff, and designed a prospective pilot study to assess it.

Management of trauma to the palate in toddlers.

Trauma of the palate in children is a common presentation in emergency departments. Children have a tendency to place objects in their mouths, which leaves them at risk of traumatising the oral cavity. Most traumatic injuries, including those that penetrate the palate, can be treated conservatively, but some require surgical intervention. Careful assessment, appropriate intervention, and follow up by experienced clinicians are essential to ensure correct management and prevent long-term complications. This article presents two case studies involving children who had experienced traumatic injuries to the palate that required surgical intervention.