Olin B. Vaughan, 1920-2017
Orthodontics has lost one of the “tallest trees in its forest.” Olin Brynilde (O. B.) Vaughan was a giant sequoia, and his death leaves a great void in the hearts…
Extraction of maxillary canines
I read the article in the October 2017 issue entitled “Extraction of maxillary canines: Esthetic perceptions of patient smiles among dental professionals and laypeople” with great interest (Thiruvenkatachari B, Javidi…
Gingival recession in orthodontic patients 10 to 15 years posttreatment: A retrospective cohort study
Introduction The aims of this study were to retrospectively investigate the long-term development of gingival recession in a cohort of orthodontic patients and to compare the prevalence of gingival recession…
Poaching employees
So, you just finished your orthodontic training. You enter the job market, and you find what you think is a fabulous associate’s position. The contract is to your liking, and…
Prediction of the occurrence and severity of mandibular incisor crowding in the early mixed dentition using craniofacial parameters
Introduction With the recent interest in esthetics at an early age, prediction of mandibular incisor crowding is of significant importance. Since dental arch development is related to craniofacial growth, we…
Influence of antibiotic prophylaxis on the stability of orthodontic microimplants: A pilot randomized controlled trial
Introduction The aims of this 2-arm parallel pilot randomized controlled trial were to investigate the influence of antibiotic prophylaxis on the stability of orthodontic microimplants and to evaluate the efficacy…
On being human
You always thought that you were gifted. Not because you were the best athlete in your class or the best-looking student in your dorm, or because you were named the…
Prevalence of gingival recession after orthodontic tooth movements
In the May 2017 issue of the AJO-DO , Morris et al evaluated the long-term prevalence of gingival recession after orthodontic treatment. As discussed in the article, periodontal disease and mechanical…
Principles of ethical practice
Nearly 2500 years ago, Socrates asserted that ethical principles are the essence of humanity; living life without them would be like wandering in search of direction without the sun to guide…
Interdisciplinary approach for a patient with unilateral cleft lip and palate
The oral rehabilitation of patients with cleft lip and palate is a challenge. The aim of this case report was to underline the importance of a sequential interdisciplinary approach to…
Fluid structure interaction simulations of the upper airway in obstructive sleep apnea patients before and after maxillomandibular advancement surgery
Introduction The purpose of this study was to analyze pharyngeal airflow using both computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and fluid structure interactions (FSI) in obstructive sleep apnea patients before and after…
Effect of local administration of simvastatin on postorthodontic relapse in a rabbit model
Introduction Posttreatment relapse is a major challenging clinical issue. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of local administration of simvastatin on posttreatment relapse. Methods Orthodontic tooth…
Periodontal health and compliance: A comparison between Essix and Hawley retainers
Introduction Many studies on removable retainers have focused on retention efficacy and characteristics. However, studies on plaque accumulation, periodontal health, breakages, and patient compliance are still lacking. Thus, in this…
Atorvastatin inhibits osteoclastogenesis and arrests tooth movement
Introduction In addition to their cholesterol-lowering effects, the statin class of drugs appears to enhance osteogenesis and suppress bone resorption, which could be a clinical concern during orthodontic treatment. In…
Apical root resorption during orthodontic treatment with clear aligners: A retrospective study using cone-beam computed tomography
Introduction We aimed to investigate the incidence and severity of orthodontically induced inflammatory root resorption (OIIRR) on maxillary incisors with clear aligner therapy using cone-beam computed tomography and to identify…
John Joseph Sheridan, 1932-2018
John Joseph “Jack” Sheridan of Trinity, Florida, died on February 2, 2018, at the age of 85. With his passing, the orthodontic community has lost one of its true luminaries…
When apologies go too far
During treatment, pretend that one of the following things happened: your patient developed a significant periodontal compromise or a significant root resorption. You pick it. Remember, it’s make believe, but,…
Patient satisfaction and quality of life changes after Invisalign treatment
Introduction Our objective was to assess patient satisfaction and changes in oral health-related quality of life immediately after orthodontic treatment using the Invisalign system (Align Technology, Santa Clara, Calif). Methods…
Fluid structure interaction simulations of the upper airway in obstructive sleep apnea patients before and after maxillomandibular advancement surgery
Introduction The purpose of this study was to analyze pharyngeal airflow using both computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and fluid structure interactions (FSI) in obstructive sleep apnea patients before and after…
Interdisciplinary approach for a patient with unilateral cleft lip and palate
The oral rehabilitation of patients with cleft lip and palate is a challenge. The aim of this case report was to underline the importance of a sequential interdisciplinary approach to…
