Ramsay Hunt syndrome is the later sequel of the virus varicella-zoster (chicken pox) and shows geniculate ganglion involvement. The virus involved in this syndrome is Herpes Zoster and the infection is commonly called SHINGLES. It includes vesicular rash on ear and mouth, ear pai...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2025/v8i2320
A mucocele is a prevalent benign lesion of the oral cavity that typically appears when mucus builds up due to the rupture or blockage of tiny salivary gland ducts. It can cause the accumulation of mucus due to changes in the minor salivary glands. Mucocele is the most prevalent c...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2025/v8i1252
This comprehensive review examines the intricate facets of OSF, encompassing its etiology, clinical features, diagnostic modalities, management strategies, and preventive measures. Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSF) represents a multifactorial and potentially malignant condition affec...
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Soft tissue calcifications in the orofacial region are relatively frequent and are often observed unexpectedly during standard radiographic evaluations. They represent a broad group of conditions arising from abnormal calcium salt deposition, which may occur through dystrophic, m...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1304
Herpesviruses represent a pervasive and clinically significant group of DNA viruses capable of establishing lifelong infections in humans. Among more than 100 known herpes viruses, only 8 of them infect humans. Among them, herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), herpes simplex virus...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2025/v8i1240