Michael D. Turner, M.D., D.D.S.

Management of in-flight medical emergencies
Bourell, Lauren; Turner, Michael D
2010 Jun;68(6):1377-1383, Journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
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Emergency tracheotomy in the dental office
Sadda, R; Turner, M
2009 Oct;38(10):1114-1115, International journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
Tracheotomy is utilized for securing patency of the upper airway and is not generally used in emergency situations. This is a case report of the necessity of performing a tracheotomy in a dental chair secondary to obstruction of a patient's airway and the inability to perform a cricothyrotomy due to anatomic constraints
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Sialoendoscopy and salivary gland sparing surgery
Turner, Michael D
2009 Aug;21(3):323-329, Oral & maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America
Obstructive disease and chronic infections often are managed by extirpative gland surgery. With the advent of new technology and better understanding of salivary physiology, minimally invasive surgical techniques provide the opportunity for safer and less invasive surgery in alternative care settings and the prospect for gland sparing and restoration of normal function. This article describes techniques for managing acute and chronic salivary gland infections using sialoendoscopy
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Case presentations of salivary gland infections
Turner, Michael D; Glickman, Robert
2009 Aug;21(3):359-362, Oral & maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America
Salivary gland infections arise from a wide variety of etiologies: bacteria, localized viruses, systemic viruses, autoimmune diseases, secondary to sialoliths and strictures, and congenital disorders. When dealing with these entities, the diagnosis of the majority of them can be made quickly, although some of the rarer diseases are more difficult to recognize, particularly when they have a more obvious secondary bacterial infection. This article presents six cases and describes their management
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Preface. Salivary gland infections
Turner, Michael D; Glickman, Robert
2009 Aug;21(3):ix-ix, Oral & maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America
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Salivary gland infections
Turner, Michael D; Glickman, Robert; Haug, Richard H
Philadelphia, PA : Saunders, 2009,
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Hyposalivation, xerostomia and the complete denture: a systematic review
Turner, Michael; Jahangiri, Leila; Ship, Jonathan A
2008 Feb;139(2):146-150, Journal of the American Dental Association
BACKGROUND: To determine the treatment effects of hyposalivation on denture retention, the authors conducted a systematic review of the literature. TYPES OF STUDIES REVIEWED: The authors reviewed clinical investigations that assessed the treatment effects of hyposalivation on denture retention. They searched six electronic databases for works from 1950 to the second week of September 2007 by using the key words 'denture,' 'hyposalivation,' 'xerostomia,' 'dry mouth,' 'elderly' and 'aged.' They limited the citation search to articles written in English and describing studies that involved human subjects. RESULTS: The authors identified 11 articles in the search; none was a report of a randomized controlled clinical trial. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: The few clinical research studies published on the topic of hyposalivation and denture retention represent a low level of evidence for establishing clinical practice guidelines. The authors found that they could make no conclusions regarding the treatment effects of hyposalivation on denture retention. The article provides a literature review regarding the etiologies and clinical presentation of salivary disorders and xerostomia in elderly people, the role of saliva in denture retention, the effect of dry mouth on denture use and the treatment of dry mouth problems in denture wearers. Prospective clinical trials are needed to establish a framework for evidence-based treatment of denture-wearing patients experiencing dry mouth
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Endoscopic intraoral plating of orbital floor fractures
Nahlieli, Oded; Bar-Droma, Eitan; Zagury, Amy; Turner, Michael D; Yoffe, Boris; Shacham, Rachel; Bar, Tal
2007 Sep;65(9):1751-1757, Journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
PURPOSE: This article describes a new endoscopic approach for orbital floor fractures, reduction, and fixation and reports the clinical results. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Ten patients who sustained either a comminuted or trap door orbital floor fracture were treated in 2 medical centers following the same surgical protocol. The indications for orbital reconstruction were limited eye movement, diplopia, and significant enophthalmos. The new approach is discussed in detail. RESULTS: All patients healed uneventfully. No major complications were noted in the postoperative period, and good functional and esthetic results were obtained. CONCLUSIONS: Our results demonstrate that endoscopic intraoral plating is a safe and effective procedure for treating orbital floor fractures
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The recognition, physiology, and treatment of medication-induced methemoglobinemia: a case report
Turner, Michael D; Karlis, Vasiliki; Glickman, Robert S
2007 Fall;54(3):115-117, Anesthesia progress
Dapsone is a leprostatic agent commonly prescribed for the management of leprosy, malaria, and the immunosuppression-induced infections of Pneumocystis carinii and Toxoplasma gondii. In susceptible patients, methemoglobinemia, a potentially life-threatening event, can occur. We report a case of dapsone-induced methemoglobinemia which was observed during general anesthesia for the management of a fractured mandible. The pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of dapsone-induced methemoglobinemia will be discussed
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Dry mouth and its effects on the oral health of elderly people
Turner, Michael D; Ship, Jonathan A
2007 Sep;138 Suppl:15S-20S, Journal of the American Dental Association
BACKGROUND: The objective of this literature review is to summarize information about the etiology, diagnosis, oral sequelae and treatment of dry mouth in elderly patients. TYPES OF STUDIES REVIEWED: The authors conducted a comprehensive review of the English-based scientific literature from the past 10 years. They selected the studies on the basis of clinical investigations to provide an objective assessment of dry mouth problems among older people. RESULTS: Dry mouth (salivary hypofunction, xerostomia) is a common problem among older people. It causes significant oropharyngeal disorders, pain and an impaired quality of life. Dry mouth has many causes, from local salivary disorders to a plethora of medications and medical conditions. Treatments are designed to correct the underlying cause and/or to enhance salivation with topical and systemic stimulants. Early intervention for dry mouth problems helps prevent the deleterious consequences of this disorder in elderly people. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Clinicians must be aware of dry mouth problems in older patients, and they should be prepared to provide a diagnosis and administer treatment to protect a patient's oropharyngeal health and quality of life
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Sialoendoscopy: A new approach to salivary gland obstructive pathology
Nahlieli, Oded; Nakar, Liat Hecht; Nazarian, Yaron; Turner, Michael D
2006 Oct;137(10):1394-1400, Journal of the American Dental Association
BACKGROUND: During the last 13 years, there has been a growing interest in and use of minimally invasive treatment techniques. Salivary gland endoscopes provide an accurate means of diagnosing and providing minimally invasive surgical treatment for salivary gland diseases. METHODS: The authors review the relevant literature and provide the history of sialoendoscopy. They also report on the treatment methods they use, including instruments and techniques, and their experiences. RESULTS: The authors' overall success rate for parotid endoscopic sialolithotomy is 86 percent, and their overall success rate for submandibular endoscopic sialolithotomy is 89 percent. Their success rate for treating strictures is 81 percent. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: The endoscopic technique opens new horizons in the field of salivary gland diseases. Salivary gland stones and sialadenitis no longer are absolute indications for sialadenectomy. Owing to growing experience and surgical skills, new endoscopic techniques are in clinical use, and there is constant improvement in endoscopic treatment success rates. CONCLUSIONS: Sialoendoscopy is a promising new method for use in the diagnosis, treatment and postoperative management of sialadenitis, sialolithiasis and other obstructive salivary gland diseases
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Dental management of the gravid patient
Turner, Michael D; Singh, Fiza; Glickman, Robert S
2006 Nov;72(6):22-27, New York state dental journal
Gravidity is defined as the development of the young in utero. It initiates hormonal, psychological and physiological changes in the female patient, providing the dentist with many questions about the management of these patients. These physiologic alterations, as well as the embryologic development of the fetus, will be discussed along with the treatment alterations that should be considered. The changes are often subtle, but can lead to disastrous complications if proper precautions are not taken. Conversely, appropriate management of routine and dental emergencies can be denied by the practitioner because of misconceptions about pregnancy and fetal tolerance. Anesthetic and pharmacology of agents used in dentistry in treating the pregnant patient will be reviewed
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Epilepsy in the oral and maxillofacial patient: current therapy
Turner, Michael D; Glickman, Robert S
2005 Jul;63(7):996-1005, Journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
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Use of recombinant plasma kallikrein inhibitor in hereditary angioedema: a case report and review of the management of the disorder
Turner, Michael D; Oughourli, Amina; Heaney, Kevin; Selvaggi, Thomas
2004 Dec;62(12):1553-1556, Journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
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Management of the pregnant oral and maxillofacial surgery patient
Turner, Michael; Aziz, Shahid R
2002 Dec;60(12):1479-1488, Journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery
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