Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the palatal ruga patterns in subjects with oligodontia and normal tooth numbers. Methods An observational investigation was conducted by using maxillary…
Transmigrated mandibular canines increase the treatment complexity in terms of both anchorage and biomechanical planning. Additionally, a Class II malocclusion with a deep overbite and associated dental anomalies such as…
This textbook deals pragmatically with mixed dentition treatment, looks squarely at 2 phases of treatment, and helps the reader to understand what can be done. Nine authors from around the…
Introduction It is important to reduce the method errors when evaluating posteroanterior cephalograms to see either small deviations from normal or transverse changes caused by orthodontic treatment. The aim of…
In the previous article I used an example comparing residual tooth irregularity after 6 months in 2 patient groups treated with different nickel-titanium wires. I discussed the adjustment of the analysis…
The facts of Watts v Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp ., No. CV-15-0065-PR (Ariz. Sup. Ct. 2016), are straightforward. The plaintiff had acne, received a prescription for Solodyn (minocycline), and received some…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to determine, by statistical shape analysis of original and mirrored skeletal landmarks, the optimal landmark-based midsagittal reference plane for evaluation of facial asymmetry. Methods…
Introduction This study provides vital insight in assessing anchorage loss when miniscrews are indirectly loaded. Methods The study sample comprised 18 patients with bimaxillary protrusion (14 girls, 4 boys; mean…
Introduction In this retrospective longitudinal study, we evaluated the influence of dentofacial development on mandibular incisor crowding from the early mixed dentition (T1) to the early permanent dentition (T2). Methods…
Introduction External apical root resorption (EARR) is a common complication in orthodontic treatment. Despite many studies on EARR, great controversies remain with regard to its risk factors. The objective of…
Introduction The aim of this crossover study was to assess perceptions and preferences for impression techniques in young orthodontic patients receiving alginate and 2 different digital impressions. Methods Thirty-eight subjects aged…
Introduction In this clinical trial, we evaluated and compared bond failure rates of light-cured composite resin vs chemical-cured composite resin for 12 months. Methods Twenty-two subjects (356 stainless steel brackets) were…
Introduction Disordered craniofacial development frequently results in definitive facial asymmetries that can significantly impact a person’s social and functional well-being. The mandible plays a prominent role in defining facial symmetry…
Introduction The purpose of this investigation was to determine whether a relationship exists between body mass and dental and skeletal development in children and adolescents. A sample of 197 orthodontic…
Introduction Defining the best treatment for maxillary lateral incisor agenesis is a challenge. Our aim in this study was to determine, with the evidence available in the literature, the best…
Writing a tribute to someone you have never met but have read about extensively is a task that should not be undertaken lightly. The mere fact that some of the…
Introduction The aim of this randomized trial was to investigate the effect of the use of a sugar-free chewing gum vs ibuprofen on reported pain in orthodontic patients. Methods This…
Finally! Your residency has concluded, and you can begin your long-awaited career. Ever since your uncle treated you as an adolescent, the thrill of that “wow moment” on the day…
Effects of pacifiers on the occlusion of children aged 24 to 36 months Lima AA, Alves CM, Ribeiro CC, Pereira AL, da Silva AA, Silva LF, et al. Effects of conventional and…
We want to thank Dr Sabour for his interest in our study. We would like to clarify the main ideas of the discussed methods. Intraclass coefficients (ICCs) mainly supply data…
