Introduction Enamel demineralization is a problem in orthodontics. Fluoride is partially effective in addressing this problem, but additional treatment options are needed. The objective of this prospective randomized controlled trial…
Introduction This experimental study was designed to evaluate how the rate of dentoalveolar distraction into a bony defect affects bone quality and quantity. Methods Using 6 adult foxhound dogs and…
Introduction The form and the size of a dental arch are products of the configuration and the naturally established balance of the jaw, alveolar bone, and muscles. We investigated which…
Introduction The objectives of this prospective clinical study were to evaluate the quality of treatment outcomes achieved with a complex orthodontic finishing protocol involving serpentine wires and a tooth positioner,…
Dr J: I’m in the middle of treatment on this young female patient who came in the other day with bugs in her hair. I mean, I can see them…
Introduction In this study, we explored how others perceive persons with normal occlusion or different malocclusions (open bite, deepbite, underbite, overjet, crowding, and spacing). The objectives were to investigate (1)…
Introduction In this study, using a cone-beam computed tomography system, we evaluated the airways of 30 adults. Methods The shapes of the 3-dimensional volume of the airway were analyzed and…
The aim of this article was to relate the clinical case of an HIV-positive orthodontic patient who reported that her cheeks had been hurting since treatment began. We started with…
Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the dentoskeletal changes and alterations of mandibular condyle-disc-fossa relationships in subjects at the peak and the end of the pubertal growth…
Introduction The concept of “ideal” occlusion in harmony with craniofacial structures is often proposed as an ultimate goal of orthodontic treatment. The aim of this study was to assess the…
Introduction The goal of this study was to evaluate the effects of 3 maxillary posterior intrusion mechanics with mini-implant anchorage by using the finite element method. Methods Finite element models…
Introduction Regression equations are widely used for mixed dentition analysis. However, estimations from these equations can vary in different population groups. The aim of this study was to produce simple…
Introduction The aim of this prospective clinical trial was to assess the effects of varying force directions on the dynamic measurement of natural head position and orofacial airway dimensions of…
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxicity of 3 orthodontic acrylic materials and 2 manipulation methods. Methods The orthodontic acrylic materials Orthocryl EQ (Dentaurum, Ispringen, Germany),…
You have been teaching at a university program for quite some time, and you have just completed a complex treatment plan involving 4 premolar extractions. As you review the diagnostic…
Labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession Aziz T, Flores-Mir C. A systematic review of the association between appliance-induced labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession. Aust Orthod…
In July, I was given the opportunity to provide the “Counterpoint” response to White and Proffit’s “Point” article regarding the management of third molars. Drs White and Proffit have now…
Ho C, Türk T, Elekdaüğ-Türk S, Jones AS, Petocz P, Cheng LL, Darendeliler MA. Physical properties of root cementum: Part 19. Comparison of the amounts of root resorption between the…
In our article in the July issue on advising orthodontic patients about third molars, we believe that we gave a reasonable discussion based on the current data of the new…
Dr Laurance Jerrold’s recent article and commentary (Jerrold L. Limits to the standard of care. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2011;139:858-9) was, as always, most thoughtful and timely. I very…
