Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate morphologically the effect of teriparatide on induced orthodontic movement of the maxillary first molars in ovariectomized rats. Methods Ovariectomized Wistar rats…
Introduction The aim of this prospective study was to compare the effects of incisor intrusion obtained with the aid of miniscrews and utility arches. Methods Twenty-four patients (10 male, 14…
Introduction Severe crowding can be treated with serial extraction (SE) in the mixed dentition or with late premolar extraction (LPE) in the permanent dentition. The aim of this study was…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether corrosion eluates obtained from commercially available orthodontic brackets are able to induce genetic damage in vitro. Material and Methods Genotoxicity…
Introduction During facial growth, the maxilla and mandible translate downward and forward. Although the forward displacement of the maxilla is less than that of the mandible, the interarch relationship of…
The year is 2014. Your receptionist, Mary, greets a potential transfer patient, Terry Smith, in your front office. Mary scans Mrs Smith’s driver’s license and then hands her a tablet…
You know that you can be sued for negligence, and you assume that your professional liability insurance will indemnify you for any losses suffered as a result. This is generally…
Introduction The etiology of palatal canine impaction is multifactorial and includes a genetic contribution. The aim of this study was to find the incidence and effects of genetic factors on…
Introduction The purposes of this study were to assess and determine the range of a well-balanced anteroposterior lip position as evaluated by orthodontic patients from a series of varying lip…
Introduction In this study, we examined the effect of neonatal administration of capsaicin on the magnitude of orthodontic tooth movement in rats. Methods Twelve timed pregnant Sprague-Dawley rats were randomized…
