Ashtu si në zonat e tjera të Ushtrisë Çlirimtare të Kosovës (UÇK), edhe në Zonën Operative të Llapit (ZOLL) ishte i organizuar Sektori Shëndetësor, i cili përbënte një element kyç të strukturës dhe funksionimit të brendshëm të saj. Megjithëse përballej me mungesë pajisjesh bazike, infrastrukturë të …

This case report presents the orthodontic management of a 20-year-old male patient diagnosed with severe maxillary constriction, anterior open bite, and dental crowding. Treatment was performed using Mini screw-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) in combination with fixed orthodontic therapy. A…

Medical emergencies in dental practice, although relatively uncommon, present significant challenges and risks for both patients and clinicians. Outcomes depend on early recognition, prevention, and prompt, well-coordinated intervention. This chapter provides a comprehensive, academically structured…

Transverse maxillary deficiency is a common skeletal condition observed during adolescence and is of - ten associated with occlusal and functional disturbances. Orthopedic maxillary expansion represents an effective treatment modality during the growth period, allowing skeletal correction and functi…

Introduction. Diseases with high prevalence, such as high blood pressure, dementia, depression, and diabetes, can lead to multimorbidity, which is defined as the presence of more than one health condition in the same individual and is today considered a global challenge. Multimorbidity has consequen…

Dental agenesis is the congenital absence of one or more teeth, occurring in deciduous or permanent teeth, most frequently observed in the daily practice of the dentist, but with low prevalence in our country. Aim and purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the orthodontic practices follo…

The extraction of impacted third molars (commonly known as “wisdom teeth”) represents one of the most frequent procedures in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Traditional extraction methods, including the use of elevators, chisels, and rotary burs, are often associated with significant postoperative p…

Unhealthy eating behaviors and preoccupations with body size and shape can lead to eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa. Anorexia nervosa is characterized by low body weight, which is based on a distorted body image, with individuals suffering from this disorder having an irrational fear of gai…

Distalization of molars is a fundamental orthodontic technique for creating space, correcting dental occlu- sion, crowding, and Class II malocclusion. The article reviews the use of fixed orthodontic appliances of the Pendulum and Fast Back types for distalization of maxillary molars. Two clinical c…

Workplace stress represents a significant challenge for healthcare workers, negatively aff ecting their physical and mental well-being as well as the quality of patient care. Identifying the main causes of stress is essential to developing eff ective management strategies in hospital settings. This …

Implant surgical treatments represent one of the most advanced and effective solutions for restoring oral function and aesthetics. However, the application of implant surgical treatments in compromised patients presents special clinical challenges due to systemic conditions that may affect the osseo…

Contemporary nursing education requires the adoption of innovative and effective teaching methods that support the development of clinical skills, critical thinking, and patient safety. Simulation is a widely used educational approach in nursing that enhances and complements traditional teaching met…