Introduction The purposes of this study were to investigate the patterns of tooth agenesis (oligodontia and nonoligodontia), maxillary canine impaction, and tooth transposition in subjects with Down syndrome and to…
Introduction The aim of this study was to investigate a new digital 3-dimensional infrared video system to determine its accuracy, precision, and validity in measuring facial distances. Methods Bench experiments…
Introduction The aims of this study were to evaluate the in-vivo reaction of newly erupted enamel to demineralization around orthodontic brackets and to compare it with that of mature enamel….
Introduction The aims of this study were to evaluate the in-vivo reaction of newly erupted enamel to demineralization around orthodontic brackets and to compare it with that of mature enamel….
Introduction The aim of this study was to investigate a new digital 3-dimensional infrared video system to determine its accuracy, precision, and validity in measuring facial distances. Methods Bench experiments…
I want to thank Dr Friedlander for his insightful commentary. I suppose I included the comment he noticed because, from a risk-management perspective, just about everything we do or choose…
In a recent article, Dr Laurence Jerrold discussed the risks associated with prescribing or not prescribing prophylactic antibiotics to prevent infectious endocarditis (IE) (When your heart’s in a flutter. Am J…
Over the last few decades, orthodontists have become integral partners with other specialists on the craniofacial team; according to the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association core curriculum, they are involved with…
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is acting through its 2010 House of Delegates to respond to the need outlined by Dr Berkowitz. The following resolution was passed with a…
Board certification has been widely accepted as a means of improving the quality of medical and dental care. Yet, certification of most practicing orthodontists has historically remained elusive at best….
For me, the classic model of a successful professional study club is Rotary International ( www.rotary.org ). The Rotary Club of Chicago was formed in 1905 by Paul Harris, an…
Introduction The objective of this study was to evaluate natural changes in maxillary posterior alveolar height (MPAH) and axial inclination of the maxillary first molars (AIMFM) in subjects with Class…
In the era of the fully banded standard edgewise orthodontic appliances, orthodontists most skilled at wire bending generally achieved the best results; several wire bends were unavoidable. The advent of…
A transverse maxillary deficiency in an adult is a challenging problem, especially when it is combined with a severe anteroposterior jaw discrepancy. The demand for nonsurgical maxillary expansion might increase…
Establishment of a treatment plan is based on efficacy and easy application by the clinician, and acceptance by the patient. Treatment of adult patients with Class III malocclusion might require…
Introduction The aim of this study was to apply Bayesian networks to evaluate the relative role and possible causal relationships among various factors affecting the diagnosis and final treatment outcome…
AAO Annual Sessions May 13-17, 2011 Chicago, Ill May 4-8, 2012 Honolulu, Hawaii May 3-7, 2013 Philadelphia, Pa 86th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society June 15-19, 2010 St. Bernardin…
Reviewed by Alex Jacobson This book is designed for general dentists, but the principles can be applied to any of the dental specialties. The text is fashioned for professionals about…
Introduction The aim of this study was to compare Delaire and Grummons protraction facemasks with a new articulator system (Amtech MG1, American Technologies, Brazil) that can record condylar positions. Methods…
Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the nickel released from 3 kinds of orthodontic brackets: new conventional stainless steel, recycled stainless steel, and nickel-free brackets. Methods This…
