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…
