Diagnostic paths for a mouth-breathing patient
Introduction The clinical choice of diagnostic tests or treatment options is determined by the probability that the value of their execution (called the warrant for the test) exceeds their cost,…
Effects of orthognathic surgery on quality of life compared with nonsurgical controls in an American population
Introduction To determine the psychosocial effects of a facial skeletal mal-relationship with its subsequent surgical correction in a group of patients treated using surgical orthodontics compared with a matched group…
Surface-based 3-dimensional cephalometry: An objective analysis of cranio-mandibular morphology
Introduction The purpose of this study was to apply a previously reported homologous model for quantifying and visualizing the three-dimensional (3D) cranio-mandibular morphology. Methods Twenty-eight 3D cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT)…
Follow-up observation of patients with obstructive sleep apnea treated by maxillomandibular advancement
Introduction This study aimed to evaluate the follow-up observation of patients with obstructive sleep apnea treated with maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) procedure with or without genial tubercle advancement (GTA). Methods A total…
Periodontal ligament enhancement in mesio-angulated impaction of third molars after orthodontic tooth movement: A prospective cohort study
Introduction The mesio-angulated impaction of mandibular third molars makes them unsuitable as donor teeth for tooth autotransplantation. However, uprighted molars may be applicable for autotransplantation. This study aimed to determine…
Comparison of facial soft tissue changes after treatment with 3 different functional appliances
Introduction This study aimed to evaluate the effects of 3 different fixed or removable functional appliances on the soft tissue changes in patients with Class II Division 1 malocclusion using…
Three-dimensional condylar changes from Herbst appliance and multibracket treatment: A comparison with matched Class II elastics
Introduction The purpose of this study was to quantify and qualify the 3-dimensional (3D) condylar changes using mandibular 3D regional superimposition techniques in adolescent patients with Class II Division 1…
A retrospective long-term pulpal, periodontal, and esthetic, follow-up of palatally impacted canines treated with an open or closed surgical exposure technique using the Maxillary Canine Aesthetic Index
Introduction The primary objective of this study was to compare the aesthetic outcome of palatally impacted canines treated with an open or closed surgical exposure technique using the Maxillary Canine Aesthetic…
Obvious morphologic changes in the mandible and condylar cartilage after triple botulinum toxin injections into the bilateral masseter
Introduction Nonsurgical treatments that can prevent or reduce the extent of the mandibular excess at an early stage are desirable. A single botulinum toxin (BTX) injection into the unilateral and…
Effect of maxillary median diastema on the esthetics of a smile
Introduction With the increasing demand for facial esthetics, patients’ expectations regarding dental treatment have increased. The treatment of maxillary median diastemas (MMDs) stands out as one of the most noticeable…
Long-term occlusal changes and patient satisfaction in patients treated with and without extractions: 37 years after treatment
Introduction The objective of this research was to evaluate the treatment outcomes, long-term occlusal changes, and patient satisfaction after 37 years of nonextraction and extraction treatments. Methods Fifty-seven patients with Class…
Anterior tooth alignment and arch dimensions changes: 37-year follow-up in patients treated with and without premolar extraction
Introduction The objective of this research was to evaluate the anterior tooth alignment and dental arch dimension changes after orthodontic treatments with and without premolar extractions in the long-term. Methods…
Professional professionalism
The program in which you teach admits only 4 residents per year. Your admission process is an arduous one. Out of hundreds of applicants, only those with strong academic records,…
Changes in orthodontics during the COVID-19 pandemic that have come to stay
The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic will have a long-lasting impact on orthodontic practice. Some of the adaptations needed will improve the orthodontist’s line of work when the pandemic will be…
5 Imaging and planning technologies
10.1055/b-0040-178443 5 Imaging and planning technologies 5.1 Endoscopy in mandibular condyle and midfacial trauma care Marcin Czerwinski, Chen Lee, Reid V Mueller, Rainer Schmelzeisen, Robert M Kellman 1 Introduction Surgical…
2 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the mandible
10.1055/b-0040-178440 2 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the mandible 2.1 Access osteotomies in the mandible in tumor surgery and osteosynthesis Keith Jones 1 Introduction The provision of optimal surgical access…
1 Bone grafts, bone flaps, bone replacement materials and techniques
10.1055/b-0040-178439 1 Bone grafts, bone flaps, bone replacement materials and techniques 1.1 Types and harvest of bone grafts and bone flaps Michael Ehrenfeld, Christine Hagenmaier, Remy H Blanchaert Jr 1…
3 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the midface and craniofacial junction
10.1055/b-0040-178441 3 Ablative and reconstructive surgery of the midface and craniofacial junction 3.1 Approaches and access osteotomies to the midface Douglas W Klotch, Nicholas J Panetta 1 Introduction Disorders involving…
6 Principles and techniques for facial allotransplantation
10.1055/b-0040-178444 6 Principles and techniques for facial allotransplantation Bernard Devauchelle, Sylvie Testelin, Stéphanie Dakpé 1 Introduction Conventional head and neck reconstructive procedures achieve variable results in reconstruction for extensive facial…
Management of Impacted Third Molars
Impacted third molars occur in a significant number of patients and often require treatment because of presence of symptoms and/or disease. Management of these teeth typically involves referral to oral…
