Eleni Besi

StR in Oral Surgery, Edinburgh Dental Institute, Lauriston Building, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh EH3 9HA, UK

The importance of periodontal screening in children. A case report

A fit and well 11-year-old boy attended his general dental practitioner for his routine dental check-up. He complained of occasional bilateral pain in the lower molar region, of roughly 12-months...

Fracture of the maxillary tuberosity: Troubleshooting in general dental practice and a proposed fracture classification

In order to provide safe and effective treatment, meticulous planning and discussion is important for valid and informed consent. Previously considered uncommon events may need to be discussed with...

Nasopalatine Cyst or Apical Pathology? A Diagnostic Dilemma and How to Manage It

A 53-year-old male, with a non-contributory medical history, was referred to the oral surgery department with a suspected cyst associated with the UL1. The symptoms began while the patient was on...

Systemic sclerosis: a case report and considerations for general dental practitioners

A 56-year-old female patient was referred to the Oral Surgery department by her GDP regarding suspected TMD, with pain on eating, speaking and on wakening in the morning, along with restricted mouth...