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Marcus Gunn syndrome, or mandibulopalpebral synkinesis, is a congenital movement of the upper eyelid when the mouth is opened. The cause is a paradoxical ipsilateral innervation between the eyelid retractor and the lateral pterygoid muscle. Clinically, there is ptosis of the affected eyelid, which disappears when the mouth is opened. The inverse Marcus-Gunn phenomenon describes an ipsilateral closure of the eyelid when the lateral pterygoid muscle contracts. The combination of both phenomena is also known as ‘See-Saw’ Marcus Gunn syndrome. This is a congenital condition that leads to lifting of the upper eyelid on one side and lowering of the upper eyelid on the opposite side when the mouth is opened. This condition is considered an extreme rarity. In this case report, we show a twenty-year-old woman who has had the condition from birth. At rest, there is incomplete ptosis of the right eye. When the mouth is opened, the right eyelid lifts involuntarily and the left upper eyelid lowers almost completely. In addition, she shows a bilateral involuntary pupil movement to the left caudal side. A causal therapy is not yet known, genetic counselling is recommended. Therapeutic approaches relate to independent conscious training of the dysinervated eyelid in front of the mirror; in severe cases, surgical correction may be considered. Keywords: MGS, rare phenomenon, mandibulopalpebral synkinesis

Mature teratoma in newborns is a very rare but highly aesthetically impairing, functionally limiting and potentially life-threatening entity in the craniofacial region which can be classified into grades 0-3 according to Gonzalez-Crussi. Due to the rarity and complexity of the clinical picture, as well as balancing necessary radicality and potential mutilation, we present a multidisciplinary management concept. The case series comprises three patients in whom an extra- and intraoral neoplasia was detected during the neonatal period, necessitating intensive care and surgical reduction of the mass. Preoperatively, in addition to obtaining samples and histologically confirming the diagnosis, an MR examination was performed in all cases to plan the surgical procedure. In all three cases a mature teratoma, G0 according to Gonzalez-Crussi, was detected. Repeated discussions were held at the interdisciplinary tumour conference during treatment. The resections were carried out in accordance with the treatment protocols of the MAKEI V study centre. After resection, in all three cases an immediate improvement in function and aesthetic correction was achieved, enabling oral feeding and regular development of the child. No mutilating surgery was planned, and therefore a complete resection was not attempted. All patients are undergoing multidisciplinary, long time follow-up care according to the individual risk. Keywords: tumour, teratoma, paediatric, maxillofacial

Peripheral extraosseous ameloblastoma is the rarest subtype of ameloblastoma, accounting for 1-2% of cases. We report a case in which a peripheral ameloblastoma of the acanthomatous type occurred at the same site of a previously removed central ameloblastoma. The patient had a central ameloblastoma of the right mandibular angle removed 15 years ago. The patient underwent clinical and radiological follow-up, initially every six months and then every year, which ended eight years ago. On the advice of her family dentist, the patient presented again with an exophytic mucosal change in the area of the former resection site. A sample was taken and a histological examination was performed, which revealed a peripheral ameloblastoma of the acanthomatous type; a microscopically complete removal could not be assumed due to marginal cell nests. Due to the rarity of the findings, there is no clear consensus regarding the necessary radicality of the removal. In this case, a subsequent resection was dispensed with in favour of close clinical and radiological follow-up; a six-monthly follow-up interval was again specified. Keywords: ameloblastoma, case report, acanthomatous type

The cutaneous horn is a clinical finding rooted in a variety of different benign and malignant causes. Sampling with subsequent histologic examination is the diagnostic gold standard. Depending on the causing pathology, different therapies are necessary. We report a case in which a patient presented to our outpatient clinic with two cutaneous horns of the lower lip. A biopsy had already been performed in another clinic five years ago, in which a not fully excised, well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma (G1), was found. The patient refused further surgical treatment recommendations at the time. Due to the size-progressive and functionally limiting findings, the patient presented to our clinic. After removal of the lesions, a histological examination was performed. Apart from verrucous hyperplastic squamous epithelium, no evidence of malignancy was histologically found. As there were no histologically visible signs of malignancy, the patient was discharged in an aesthetically and functionally acceptable state into a follow-up program with clinical check-ups every six months in order to detect and remove any recurrences at an early stage. Keywords: cornu cutaneum, cateneous horn, squamous cell carcinoma, lower lip

Primary failure of eruption is a genetic partial eruption disorder that leads to an open posterior bite. The clinical severity and manifestation of primary failure of eruption are variable. The correct diagnosis of this eruptive anomaly plays an essential role in treatment planning, which can be prosthetic, orthodontic, surgical or multidisciplinary. The aim of this study was to determine the extent to which adequate treatment can be derived from the radiologic presentation of the PFE in the orthopantomogram. Preoperative panthomogram images were evaluated in 42 patients with confirmed PFE. The basis for treatment decisions was defined as follows: Evaluation of the affected teeth, evaluation of the bone, occlusal lines in the posterior region. Treatment can be standardised on the basis of orthopantomogram images in patients with PFE. We were able to derive the following treatment options from the orthopantomogram images: If the teeth are slightly below the occlusal plane, prosthetic treatment is indicated; in the case of a negative occlusal line in the mandible and also in the maxilla, extraction / augmentation / implantation / prosthetics should be selected as a treatment option; if the occlusal plane is displaced caudally in the mandible and cranially in the maxilla, a bimaxillary repositioning osteotomy would be indicated; if the occlusal plane is displaced caudally in the mandible and cranially in the maxilla, distraction or a segmental osteotomy with fixation would be indicated. The evaluation of orthopantomogram images of confirmed primary failure of eruption patients has shown that criteria can be defined that lead to standardisation and simplification of treatment. Keywords: orthopantomogram, primary failure of eruption, PFE, treatment decisions, treatment standardised

Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is an acute disease in which B-symptoms such as weakness, fever, and night sweats usually appear early in the case history. However, subtypes of AML can present with specific symptoms, for example in the form of gingival hyperplasia. Sampling (PE) with histological examination is considered the gold standard of diagnosis. We report a case in which a patient with gingival hyperplasia in region 17-13 presented in September 2023. The PE performed revealed the presence of a chloroma (syn. myeloblastoma or granulocytic sarcoma), which is the extramedullary manifestation of AML or an AML-related syndrome. The patient was then referred to the oncology day clinic. After further diagnostics, AML with an NPM1 mutation was detected and the patient was transferred to oncology treatment. A complete inspection and palpation of the oral cavity is essential for the early detection of (malignant) changes. In addition, systemic diseases often show oral manifestations as an initial or accompanying symptom. Here, the dentist can play a decisive role in quickly establishing the diagnosis. If lesions show no tendency to heal within two weeks despite adequate treatment, the previously made (suspected) diagnosis and the cytological or histological findings must be questioned and repeated if necessary. Keywords: acute myeloid leukaemia, AML, oral manifestation

In the case of vascular malformations of the face and neck, such as venous malformations, a purely mucosa-supported prosthesis can often not be tolerated. Implant-supported restorations are therefore the only way to provide these patients with a functionally and aesthetically satisfactory restoration. The present case describes a patient with an extensive venous low-flow malformation in the area of the right cheek and the right maxilla. It was possible to fix a bar-supported prosthesis on three implants, which hardly stresses the mucosa. Keywords: vascular malformation, implant, prosthetics

Introduction: Cancer-related malnutrition is often an unnoticed problem, although almost 60% of all oncological patients are already malnourished before diagnosis and more than 25% die of the consequences. Material and methods: In this prospective observational study, the nutritional status of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) was assessed pre-, peri- and postoperatively using Body Mass Index (BMI), Subjective Global Assessment (SGA) and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) over four months. Patients with orthognatic surgery served as a control group due to comparable nasogastric tube feeding. Results: Patients with OSCC showed a worse nutritional status pre-therapeutically than the control group and fulfilled the criteria for malnutrition in SGA and BIA. Peri- and post- operative, the nutritional status deteriorated in both groups. In the group of OSCC patients, the nutritional status improved from the second postoperative week, but at the end of the observation period, the status was still predominantly in the pathological range according to BIA and SGA. In the control group, the nutritional status returned to baseline during the observation period. Conclusion: Based on these data, malnutrition is also widespread in the collective of oncological patients with OSCC. In order to improve the nutritional status of OSCC patients in general and thus also the prognosis of the patient, it is recommended to assess the nutritional status before therapy. Standard procedures such as SGA or BIA should be established and used. BMI alone is not suitable for this purpose. Professional nutrition therapy should be introduced as an integral part of the therapy in order to improve the patients’ prognosis. Keywords: malnutrition, OSCC, observation study, cancer-related cachexia, nutrition treatment

The dental treatment of patients with epidermolysis bullosa is complex and challenging. In general, a fixed restoration should be aimed for, as this puts only minimal strain on the fragile mucosa. Implants can significantly improve the quality of life of these often young patients. This case report describes the treatment of a 19-year-old female patient with epidermolysis bullosa. All of her impacted teeth were first removed and auxiliary implants were inserted. Bone was then augmented so that eight implants could subsequently be inserted. Finally, the patient received a fixed prosthetic restoration. Keywords: epidermolysis bullosa, implant, oral diseases

In autoimmune diseases, such as oral lichen ruber planus, a sufficient prosthetic restoration without dental implants is often not possible. Due to the extreme vulnerability of the oral mucosa, the indication for an implant restoration should be considered, especially for tegument relief. Interdisciplinary planning between prosthodontist and surgeon is necessary to realize an individual, mucosa-relieving treatment for the patient. Implants in patients with immunodeficiencies are therefore justified when strictly indicated and can lead to a rehabilitation of the physiological masticatory function, an increased quality of life, and a positive influence on the general state of health. Keywords: Oral lichen planus, implant, oral mucosal diseases