Introduction The goal of this study was to evaluate the effects of 3 maxillary posterior intrusion mechanics with mini-implant anchorage by using the finite element method. Methods Finite element models…
Introduction Regression equations are widely used for mixed dentition analysis. However, estimations from these equations can vary in different population groups. The aim of this study was to produce simple…
Introduction The aim of this prospective clinical trial was to assess the effects of varying force directions on the dynamic measurement of natural head position and orofacial airway dimensions of…
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxicity of 3 orthodontic acrylic materials and 2 manipulation methods. Methods The orthodontic acrylic materials Orthocryl EQ (Dentaurum, Ispringen, Germany),…
You have been teaching at a university program for quite some time, and you have just completed a complex treatment plan involving 4 premolar extractions. As you review the diagnostic…
Labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession Aziz T, Flores-Mir C. A systematic review of the association between appliance-induced labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession. Aust Orthod…
In July, I was given the opportunity to provide the “Counterpoint” response to White and Proffit’s “Point” article regarding the management of third molars. Drs White and Proffit have now…
Ho C, Türk T, Elekdaüğ-Türk S, Jones AS, Petocz P, Cheng LL, Darendeliler MA. Physical properties of root cementum: Part 19. Comparison of the amounts of root resorption between the…
In our article in the July issue on advising orthodontic patients about third molars, we believe that we gave a reasonable discussion based on the current data of the new…
Dr Laurance Jerrold’s recent article and commentary (Jerrold L. Limits to the standard of care. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2011;139:858-9) was, as always, most thoughtful and timely. I very…
The world of journalism is gradually transitioning from print to online versions of newspapers, magazines, and scientific journals. As a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, you can read…
Physical properties of root cementum: Part 20. Effect of fluoride on orthodontically induced root resorption with light and heavy orthodontic forces for 4 weeks: A microcomputed tomography study Ersan Ilsay…
This letter contains feedback regarding the new AAO logo. People might regard this feedback as minute criticism, at which we orthodontists must excel. Among the hallmarks ingrained in clinical orthodontic…
The purpose of this article is to describe a dynamic approach for 3-dimensional analyses of facial soft-tissue movements. The method and analysis have numerous applications but, most specifically, are used…
Three-dimensional imaging techniques have greatly improved our ability to assess asymmetry by means of linear and angular measurements. However, visualizing deformities enables a unique appreciation of the underlying deformity, which…
Dr Alexander has been a major contributor to clinical orthodontics for many years. Also a longtime faculty member, he is currently a clinical professor of orthodontics at Baylor in Dallas,…
As I explained last month in part 1, during the randomization process, we generate and allocate interventions to trial arms in a way that ensures that neither the investigators nor…
Okay, you have been sued for malpractice. Obviously, when you are called to testify, part of your testimony will pertain to your educational and professional background. You took the ABO…
A 15.3-year-old white girl with a skeletal Class III malocclusion and a severe lateral open bite was treated with conventional orthodontics and directional force mechanics and elastics. She had 5…
The midpalatal area has no critical anatomic structures and has thick cortical bone. These conditions are favorable for miniscrew implantation. Also, there is no concern that damaging a dental root…
