We read the article “Effect of maxillary protraction with alternating rapid palatal expansion and constriction vs expansion alone in maxillary retrusive patients: a single-center, randomized controlled trial” in the October…
We understand Dr Ghazal’s concern about the combined sample used in this 2-center study. However, the Michigan Growth Study (Ann Arbor) and the Bauru Dental School Growth Study (Bauru, São…
The article by Barros in the November issue is extremely important (Barros SE, Chiqueto K, Janson G, Ferreira E. Factors influencing molar relationship behavior in the mixed dentition. Am J…
Over the years, a question that I have routinely been asked is some version of “Do you believe in 1 phase of treatment or 2?” I have always been able…
Introduction The aim of this prospective clinical study was to evaluate the dentoalveolar effects of a palatal miniscrew-supported molar distalization appliance using a 3-dimensional reverse engineering method. Methods This study…
Introduction The aims of this study were to confirm the efficacy of the Bolton index in a group of natural Class I white Italian patients with complete dentition, minimal crowding,…
The orofacial muscle is an important factor in the harmony of the occlusion, and its dysfunction significantly influences a patient’s occlusion after craniofacial growth and development. In this case report,…
Class II malocclusion is a challenging anomaly in orthodontic practice. Various types of functional appliances are used to correct Class II skeletal and occlusal disharmonies in growing patients, including the…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of the 3-dimensional (3D) posterior occlusal plane (POP) and the mandibular 3D spatial position. The relationship of the POP…
Introduction Management of mandibular condylar fractures is difficult in children with their inherently dynamic and unstable deciduous and mixed dentitions. We present a variation of the conservative fixed orthodontic approach…
Introduction Previous studies have indicated that orthodontic-grade cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images are limited when displaying small defects at the mandibular condyles for diagnosis. In this study, we investigated whether…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to analyze the design and surface morphology of 2 brands of mini-implants before and after 12 to 18 months of clinical use. Methods…
Volume 3 of the series The Alexander Discipline is devoted to the treatment extended to difficult and unusual malocclusions encountered during the author’s 50 years of orthodontic practice—and what an experience…
Introduction Placement torque and damping capacity may increase when the orthodontic anchor screws make contact with an adjacent root. If this is the case, root contact can be inferred from…
During a trial, it is important to measure baseline variables such as demographics (age, sex) and clinical characteristics (Angle classification, oral hygiene status, initial crowding). We usually measure baseline characteristics…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to identify variables of dental malocclusion with the greatest effect on sound production that can be easily identified during an orthodontic assessment. Methods…
Can a court in one state force you to become a party to litigation in another state? In other words, could a state other than your own have jurisdiction over…
Introduction This study evaluated the long-term stability of maxillary molar intrusion and anterior open-bite correction in adults treated by maxillary posterior teeth intrusion with zygomatic miniplates. Methods The sample included…
Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the posterior tooth angulations in patients with open-bite malocclusion and normal occlusion. Methods Lateral cephalometric headfilms of 45 untreated open-bite subjects…
Introduction Growth and its prediction are important for the success of many orthodontic treatments. The aim of this study was to determine the reliability of the cervical vertebral maturation (CVM)…
