The patient has a big mouth
One of our readers wrote me the following e-mail. Since this month’s issue deals with orthodontic materials, I thought his question would be germane. If a patient swallows some part…
Mechanical properties of Opus closing loops, L-loops, and T-loops investigated with finite element analysis
Introduction The objective of this research was to investigate the mechanical properties at both sides of Opus closing loops by analyzing the effects of loop shape, loop position, coil position,…
In-vitro vs in-vivo materials research
The theme of the 2013 Supplement and Product Guide is orthodontic materials. As clinicians, we rely on products produced by dental and orthodontic materials manufacturers from around the world. The…
Iatrogenic absence of maxillary canines: Bolton discrepancy treated with mandibular incisor extraction
This case report describes the orthodontic treatment of an adult patient with iatrogenic absence of the maxillary canines, moderate maxillary and severe mandibular dental crowding, a Bolton discrepancy with a…
Evaluation of 3 commercially available materials for resolution of white spot lesions
Introduction White spot lesions are often seen on the teeth after orthodontic treatment, resulting in unpleasant esthetics. The aim of this in-vitro study was to compare subjectively and objectively the…
Three-dimensional deformation comparison of self-ligating brackets
Introduction Archwire rotation is used in orthodontic treatment to alter the labiolingual orientation of a tooth. Measurement of the 3-dimensional (3D) motion of the orthodontic brackets requires a new configuration…
Residents’ journal review
Air abrasion to increase rebond strength Pakshir HR, Zarif Najafi H, Hajipour S. Effect of enamel surface treatment on the bond strength of metallic brackets in rebonding process. Eur J…
Three-dimensional assessment of buccal alveolar bone after rapid and slow maxillary expansion: A clinical trial study
Introduction The purposes of this study were to analyze and compare the immediate effects of rapid and slow maxillary expansion protocols, accomplished by Haas-type palatal expanders activated in different frequencies…
You make the decision
Your neighbor’s daughter Susan returns to your office for your assessment. You have not seen her since she completed ninth grade, over 5 years ago, when you delivered a maxillary…
Dentoskeletal changes induced by the Jasper jumper and the activator-headgear combination appliances followed by fixed orthodontic treatment
Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the dentoskeletal changes of patients with Class II Division 1 malocclusion treated with either the Jasper jumper appliance or the activator-headgear combination,…
