Introduction In this study, we assessed the changes in bisphenol A (BPA) levels in saliva and urine after placing lingual bonded retainers. Methods Liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry was used to examine…
Introduction The use of space maintainers after the premature loss of deciduous molars is routine in pediatric dentistry. However, there is a need for evidence offering a better scientific basis…
Introduction Microcomputed tomography offers a unique opportunity to accurately examine orthodontically induced inflammatory root resorption. The aims of this study were to quantify, in 3 dimensions, the amount of root…
Introduction In this study, we investigated the landmark identification errors on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT)-derived cephalograms and conventional digital cephalograms. Methods Twenty patients who had both a CBCT-derived cephalogram and…
Introduction In recent years, the demand for adult orthodontic treatment has grown rapidly; yet there is a paucity of information on this subgroup of patients. It is well known that…
Introduction Miniscrews can be used to provide absolute anchorage during orthodontic treatment. If we could obtain the optimum design or shape of the miniscrew, we might be able to reduce…
Introduction High levels of periodontal pathogens can cause periodontal alterations. The presence of endotoxin might be responsible for the occurrence and progression of tissue inflammation and bone resorption. The aims…
Introduction Chronic snoring is considered abnormal in a pediatric population. This disorder is often attributed to enlarged tonsils and adenoids, but multiple anatomic obstructions should also be considered. Facial and…
Introduction In recent years, the demand for adult orthodontic treatment has grown rapidly; yet there is a paucity of information on this subgroup of patients. It is well known that…
It’s another family reunion, and your niece greets you with a big hug. She is a registered dental hygienist who works for a general dentist in a neighboring town. You…
Maxillomandibular advancement and obstructive sleep apnea Pirklbauer K, Russmueller G, Stiebellehner L, Nell C, Sinko K, Millesi G, et al. Maxillomandibular advancement for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: a systematic…
We thank Dr Zahrowski for his interest in our article. The term “toxic ions” was originally based on the basic characterization of the metal components of silver solder, since all…
We carefully read the letter from Dr Waese with great interest and are pleased to reply. The main content of this letter was that tooth movement had an effect on intraoral…
I read the article by Freitas et al and appreciated the accomplishment of this clinical trial. The authors evaluated the salivary concentration of metal ions of silver, cadmium, copper, and zinc…
After reading the excellent article on the correction of a posterior crossbite in the July 2011 issue (Liu R, Xiaoqing M, Wamalwa P, Zou SJ. Nonsurgical treatment of an adult…
The scientific content related to the cytotoxicty of components in fixed appliances in the September issue of the AJO-DO made interesting reading indeed! As clinicians, we have always been aware…
I was pleased to read the editorial in the September 2011 issue (Kokich VG. How do you determine the quality of the evidence? Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2011;140:283). This…
I read with interest the July 2011 article about the location of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in normal occlusion (Vitral RWF, da Silva Campos MJ, Rodrigues AF, Fraga MR. Temporomandibular…
We thank Dr Li for the letter and agree with the closing sentence, that “there is still much work to do.” The influence of occlusion on temporomandibular joint (TMJ) morphology…
In the July Point/Counterpoint articles regarding evaluation and management of asymptomatic third molars, Dr Kandasamy made a strong assertion that the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons’ (AAOMS) new…
