Pocket Dentistry

Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate 3-dimensional facial shells by incorporating a population-specific average template with a group of Class III subjects preparing to have orthognathic surgery….

This article illustrates a new treatment system combining segmented wire and osseointegrated mini-implants for molar distalization without complex appliances. The procedures, advantages, efficacy, and indications for this method are discussed….

Ankylosis is the fusion between the mineralized root surface and the alveolar bone. Tooth trauma is a common etiologic cause of ankylosis. In young patients, the ankylosed teeth fail to…

Digital technology has revolutionized the art and science of image capturing and processing. Clinical photography and radiology are 2 areas of orthodontics that are directly affected. But technology that makes…

Introduction Orthodontic relapse is a common and significant problem. Few risk factors have been identified, and the role of bone has only recently been investigated. The purpose of this study…

Introduction Our objective was to analyze patterns of tooth movement and changes of arch dimension by superimposing 3-dimensional (3D) virtual models. Methods The sample consisted of 24 Korean adults with…

This case report describes the treatment of a 37-year-old woman with multiple restored and missing teeth, a Class III subdivision malocclusion, and complete dental crossbite. Treatment options included orthognathic surgery…

Introduction To make treatments more efficient, orthodontists require a more precise means of estimating tooth eruption. The purpose of this article was to extend the information derived from dental staging…

Tooth ankylosis during adolescence and early adulthood can lead to infraocclusion and several interrelated, adverse sequelae at the intra-arch and interarch levels. An orthosurgical treatment modality that includes surgical luxation…

Introduction Our purpose was to study the mechanical properties and phase transformations of orthodontic wires submitted to in-vivo exposure in the mouth for different periods of time. Methods Stainless steel…

This report describes a novel concept of relocating orthodontic mini-implants during dental distalization to provide unrestricted distal movement of the full maxillary dentition. The patient was an 18-year old Korean…

Introduction The aim of this study was to investigate whether photographic images are accurate and reliable to assess Little’s irregularity index (LII) compared with study model measurements. Methods Ten plastic…

Introduction The aim was to evaluate the short-term success rate of combined orthodontic-orthognathic surgical correction of anterior open bite. Methods Fifteen patients (ages, 15-28 years) with open bite treated with…

Introduction The purpose of the study was to examine the changes in stability of pharyngeal airway space (PAS) and hyoid bone position after 2 types of mandibular osteotomies in comparison…

Introduction This retrospective study was designed to investigate the position changes and movement patterns of incisors and molars after orthodontic treatment with extractions of 4 second premolars in patients with…

Dr. Samir E. Bishara Dr. Samir E. Bishara died on October 8, 2010, at age 74. At the time of his death, he was a Professor of Orthodontics at the…

Introduction In this study, we investigated the nanohardness and elastic modulus of enamel after debonding metal brackets. Methods The surfaces of 3 maxillary premolars were subdivided into 3 regions. Two…

Introduction One common negative side effect of orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances is the development of incipient caries lesions around brackets, particularly in patients with poor oral hygiene. Bio-available minerals…

Introduction En-masse sliding mechanics have been typically used for space closure. Because of friction created at the bracket-wire interface, the force system during tooth movement has not been clarified. Methods…