Journal Series

If you're in need of a dental implant, you may have heard the term "bone grafting" thrown around by your dentist or oral surgeon. But what exactly is bone grafting, and how does it work? In this article, we'll provide an overview of bone grafting, including its uses, benefits, and the different types of bone grafts available. Bone grafting is a surgical procedure used to repair or replace bone that has been damaged or lost due to injury, disease, or tooth loss. It involves taking bone from one part of the body (known as the donor site) and transplanting it to the area in need of repair (known as the recipient site). The transplanted bone then serves as a scaffold for new bone growth, helping to regenerate and strengthen the area over time. Types of Bone Grafting There are several different types of bone grafts available, including autografts (where the bone is taken from the patient's own body), allografts (where the bone is taken from a donor), and synthetic bone...

Overview Osteosarcoma is an aggressive form of bone cancer that can form in children and newly adults. It is generate by the increase of malignant cells in the bones, generally in the long bones of the legs and arms. Cause of this disease is not fully known, factors such as genetics and previous exposure to radiation or chemotherapy may leads the risk of developing this in body. In this Blog, we will discuss the Symptoms of Osteosarcoma Diagnosis of Osteosarcoma Treatment of Osteosarcoma Symptoms of Osteosarcoma First symptoms is likely begin from the tumor. Pain is the common symptom of Osteosarcoma, which can leads spread to other body parts also. Other may include swelling, less motion, and a lump or mass in the area which is affected. Sometime, the tumor can make the bone weak, which can make fracture. Diagnosis of Osteosarcoma Doctor will generally perform physical exam, look out the patient's medical history, and arrange imaging tests which include X-rays, CT scans, and MRI s...

Introduction Due to time constraints and work overload, postgraduate instruction in clinical disciplines like orthopaedics is severely hindered. Traditional postgraduate education techniques, including seminars, lectures, and journal clubs, place a greater emphasis on academic knowledge than on the development of clinical skills. Case presentations, which depend heavily on both parties' dedication, are the primary method of teaching clinical skills. One Minute Preceptor (OMP), a quick but efficient teaching-learning method, is a five-step "micro skill" model of clinical instruction.  There are Five Micro-Skills Get the learner to commit by having them describe their diagnosis or goal. Examine the learner's knowledge or reasoning by looking for proof. Teach a basic principle - Teach the learner common "takeaways" that they can apply to new situations. ideally at a learning target's point of weakness Reiterate what worked well and offer congratulations. Co...