Selecting custom torque prescriptions based on the treatment needs of each patient can reduce the amount of routine archwire torque adjustment needed and speed torque correction, thus reducing the total…
The American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics relies on a dedicated cadre of associate editors and reviewers who generously give their time and expertise to the journal. Before an…
Comparing outcomes of mandibular incisor extraction, premolar extractions, and nonextraction Ileri Z, Basciftci FA, Malkoc S, Ramoglu SI. Comparison of the outcomes of the lower incisor extraction, premolar extraction and…
Jerry Nelson I write this editorial with mixed emotions. I am saddened by the departure of a highly valued member from the AJO-DO ‘s Editorial Board, but I am gratified…
You can still remember the pride and excitement you felt 20 years ago, when you first opened the doors to your new office. Your young spouse had helped you choose…
Mack KB, Phillips C, Jain N, Koroluk ND. Relationship between body mass index percentile and skeletal maturation and dental development in orthodontic patients. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2013;143:228-34. Acronyms…
Introduction Recently, manufacturers have marketed alginate impression materials, claiming dimensional stability for up to 100 hours to allow shipping to a dental laboratory for digital model fabrication. The purpose of…
We read with interest the article by Professor Flórez-Moreno et al in the January issue investigating salivary levels of sRANKL and OPG and their ratios during orthodontic tooth movement, in an…
We appreciate the interest in our article (Flórez-Moreno GA, Isaza-Guzmán DM, Tobón-Arroyave SI. Time-related changes in salivary levels of the osteotropic factors sRANKL and OPG through orthodontic tooth movement. Am…
This case report illustrates the use of miniscrews to treat a patient with an open bite caused by mandibular condylar fractures. The patient was 36 years old when she visited…
This case report describes the significance of orthodontic treatment in reconstruction of a collapsed dental arch and a malocclusion associated with severe periodontitis. A Japanese man (age, 40 years 7…
Thank you for showing interest in our article. The suggestion of the Bland-Altman plots is excellent. The plots provide more detailed information regarding patterns and magnitudes of disagreement than can…
In an interesting study published last year, Smith et al evaluated airway volume, soft-palate area, and soft-tissue thickness before and after rapid maxillary expansion. They explored the reliability of measurements made…
The treatment of adult patients with severe anterior open bite frequently requires orthognathic surgery, especially when the chin is retruded severely. If a patient has multiple missing posterior teeth, it…
Introduction Self-ligating orthodontic brackets rely on clips, rather than ligatures, to hold the archwire in place. It is unknown whether replacing ligatures with clips affects the adherence of Streptococcus mutans…
Orthodontists use a wide range of materials during patient care; therefore, the performance of the available materials is of great importance. Orthodontic materials are initially tested in the laboratory, and,…
Introduction There has been continuing interest in the development and use of esthetic and effective orthodontic archwires. The aims of this study were to evaluate the inner alloy core dimensions…
Introduction Light cure of resin-based adhesives is the mainstay of orthodontic bonding. In recent years, alternatives to conventional halogen lights offering reduced curing time and the potential for lower attachment…
Introduction The objective of this systematic review was to assess the short- and long-term release of components of orthodontic adhesives and polycarbonate brackets in the oral environment. Methods Electronic database…
