“No way, José”
It is obvious that 13-year-old José does not want to be in your office, much less consider comprehensive orthodontic therapy. He is an only child—and very bright—who obviously rules the…
Orthodontics
The mouse and the mousetrap
Although the problems related to mice date back to ancient times, the modern era began with the invention of the classic mousetrap in the 1890s. ∗ ∗ Although it is…
Correction
Chaushu S, Kaczor-Urbanowicz K, Zadurska M, Becker A. Predisposing factors for severe incisor root resorption associated with impacted maxillary canines. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2015;147:52-60. An unfortunate but critical…
Surface deterioration and elemental composition of retrieved orthodontic miniscrews
Introduction This study provides insight into surface and elemental analyses of orthodontic retrieved miniscrew implants (MSIs). The sole purpose was to investigate the behavior of MSIs while they are in…
Restoration of a vertical alveolar bone defect by orthodontic relocation of a mesially impacted mandibular first molar
An impacted mandibular first molar tends to cause serious bone defects of the adjacent teeth. When choosing between the 2 typical treatment options—extraction or orthodontic relocation of the impacted tooth—the…
Authors’ response
We want to thank Dr Khambay for his interest in our study. We will answer his observations in the order they were presented. We did not consider a post hoc…
Effectiveness of 3 methods of anchorage reinforcement
After a discussion in our Journal Club of a recent article (Sandler J, Murray A, Thiruvenkatachari B, Gutierrez R, Speight P, O’Brien K. Effectiveness of 3 methods of anchorage reinforcement…
Justification for computed tomography scanning
We read the article titled “Interdisciplinary treatment for an adult with a unilateral cleft lip and palate” (Ma QL, Conley RS, Wu T, Li H. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop…
Author’s response
We appreciate the great attention of Drs Soumya Narayani Thirumoorthy and Saumiya Gopal to our case. Before orthodontic treatment, the panoramic radiograph showed a maxillary alveolar cleft. During the orthodontic…
The journey from the past to the future
A hundred years! For a century now, the American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics has formed the vital link between our colleagues’ research and the need for continuing education…
Top Reviewers of 2014
The AJO-DO relies on a dedicated cadre of associate editors and reviewers who generously give their time and expertise to the journal. Before an original research article is published, 2…
Surface and interfacial analysis of sandblasted and acid-etched enamel for bonding orthodontic adhesives
Introduction The purposes of this study were to characterize enamel surfaces treated with sandblasting, acid etching, or sandblasting followed by acid etching for bonding of orthodontic adhesives and to evaluate…
Effect of archwire cross-section changes on force levels during complex tooth alignment with conventional and self-ligating brackets
Introduction Our objective was to investigate the effect of archwire cross-section increases on the levels of force applied to teeth during complex malalignment correction with various archwire-bracket combinations using an…
Deliberations on duty and deportment
One of the first malpractice cases dealing with the duty we owe our patients was published around the turn of the 20th century. I have always loved this case, Pike…
Effect of methacrylated-based antibacterial monomer on orthodontic adhesive system properties
Introduction Antibacterial adhesives were developed to reduce the incidence of white spot lesions in orthodontic patients. Compounds that contain triazine are known as effective antibacterial agents. The aims of this…
The evolution of bonding in orthodontics
In the early days of fixed-appliance orthodontic treatment, brackets were welded to gold or stainless steel bands. Before treatment, the orthodontist had to create enough space around each tooth to…
Effects of sandblasting before orthophosphoric acid etching on lingual enamel: In-vitro roughness assessment
Introduction In this study, we evaluated changes in lingual enamel roughness due to sandblasting with 27-, 50-, and 90-μm aluminum oxide particles followed by 37% orthophosphoric acid etching. Methods Twenty-four maxillary…
The pleasure of your company …
Before Edward H. Angle’s time, orthodontic appliances were usually custom built for each patient out of metal stock. Various devices were crafted by hand, almost entirely of gold alloy. Although…
Combined maxillary and mandibular distraction osteogenesis in patients with hemifacial microsomia
Introduction Hemifacial microsomia is a deformity of variable expressivity with unilateral hypoplasia of the mandible and the ear. In this study, we evaluated skeletal soft tissue changes after bimaxillary unilateral…
Postsurgical volumetric airway changes in 2-jaw orthognathic surgery patients
Introduction Findings from early cephalometric studies on airway changes after 2-jaw orthognathic surgery have been challenged because the previous anteroposterior interpretation of airway changes can now be evaluated in 3…
