I want to applaud Thais Teixeria de Paiva and colleagues on their interesting and well-done article, “Influence of canine vertical position on smile esthetic perceptions by orthodontists and laypersons,” in…
Introduction The patient’s perception of facial esthetics is not necessarily consistent with that of the practitioner. The aim of this study was to compare the perceptions of Persian orthodontists, oral…
It was with anticipation and interest that we read this article by the same group that had published similar data on a pilot study investigating the risk of root resorption…
As orthodontists, we are continually confronted with the level of oral hygiene in our patients. The clinical implications of poor oral hygiene in orthodontic patients are wider. Some prior evidence…
We read with great interest the article by Cerruto et al in the March 2018 issue. The article presents a case of lingual osteonecrosis as a virtually unknown complication associated with…
Introduction Our objectives were to evaluate midfacial skeletal changes in the coronal plane and the implications of circummaxillary sutures and to localize the center of rotation for the zygomaticomaxillary complex…
Introduction The purpose of this 2-arm-parallel split-mouth trial was to investigate the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on the repair of orthodontically induced inflammatory root resorption (OIIRR). Methods Twenty…
Introduction The objective of this study was to provide new clues for the prevention and early management of root dilacerations in impacted maxillary central incisors. Methods Cone-beam computed tomography images…
Norman Wahl, an eminent dental and orthodontic historian, presents to the reader a carefully researched history of the business of orthodontics. The book is divided into 2 parts. Part I…
Introduction Orthodontists consider facial growth pattern and oral function when developing a treatment plan. Less attention is given to the relationship between the maxillary posterior teeth and the maxillary sinus….
