Introduction Orthodontic patients worldwide missed appointments during the early months of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. A significant problem with this virus is its high transmission power. Asymptomatic patients…
Introduction The midsagittal plane (MSP) is the foundation for 3-dimensional (3D) cephalometric analyses. This article aimed to provide a protocol to construct a reliable and accurate MSP for 3D cephalometric…
Introduction This research aimed to determine whether Class II malocclusion can be treated with clear aligners after completing treatment with the initial set of aligners. Methods A sample of 80…
Introduction This study aimed to assess the effect of changes in tooth torque on the perceived color of composite and porcelain restorations. Methods A total of 30 patients with previous…
Introduction Patients undergoing clear aligner therapy (CAT) report muscle tenderness and produce wear facets on their aligner trays. However, little is known about the masticatory muscle response to clear aligners….
Introduction Structural or anatomic differences may arise during the development of the maxillary sinus and the process of fusion of the palate in the presence of cleft lip and palate….
Introduction To evaluate the influence of compensatory tipping of maxillary and mandibular incisors on the anterior arch length ratio and canine relationship in skeletal Class II malocclusion. Methods The study…
Introduction Surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion is a widely used surgical procedure for resolving transverse maxillary occlusal changes in patients with bone maturity. However, few studies about the postoperative morphologic…
Introduction This study aimed to associate 2 indexes for evaluating malocclusion in the mixed dentition. Methods A population-based cross-sectional study was conducted involving 743 children aged 8-10 years, divided into early…
Introduction The primary objective of the study was to quantitatively analyze the width and height of the mandibular buccal shelf area (MBS) at 3 different potential locations for mini-implant placement….
Introduction Effective communication of risk is a requisite for valid consent, shared decision-making, and the provision of person-centered care. No agreed standard for the content of discussions with patients about…
Introduction To assess the esthetic subjective effect of malocclusions in the anterior segment on children in the mixed dentition. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out with a population-based sample…
Introduction We evaluated soft-tissue thickness changes after bimaxillary surgery according to vertical facial patterns in patients with skeletal Class III malocclusion with mandibular prognathism. Methods Forty-three Korean patients (16 men…
Introduction This study aimed to assess the anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of mouthwashes with 0.12% chlorhexidine (CLX) and 0.5% Zingiber officinale essential oil (ZOEO). Methods The gas chromatography-mass spectrometry of ZOEO was…
Introduction This single-center 2-arm parallel randomized clinical trial aimed to compare the dentoskeletal effects of bonded spurs combined with posterior build-ups vs conventional bonded spurs in the treatment of anterior…
Abstract Objectives Evaluate a new modified quaternary ammonium silane irrigant solution for its antimicrobial, cytotoxic and mechanical properties of dentine substrate. Methods Root canal preparation was performed using stainless steel…
Abstract Objective The inorganic fillers in dental resin composites can enhance their mechanical properties and reduce polymerization shrinkage. When the usage amount of inorganic fillers is closed to maximum filler…
Abstract Objective To evaluate the effect of aging on the microstructural, mechanical, and optical properties of an experimental zirconia-toughened alumina composite with 80%Al 2 O 3 and 20%ZrO 2 (ZTA…
Highlights • Modern LED sources produce changes in color and whiteness of natural teeth. • Some LED illuminants recommended by CIE generate perceptible color shifts. • LED illuminants produce color…
Abstract Objectives The objective was to explore how clinically relevant machining process and heat treatment influence damage accumulation and strength degradation in lithium silicate-based glass ceramics machined in the fully…
