High-quality randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are an integral part of evidence-based medicine. RCTs are the bricks and mortar of high-quality systematic reviews, which are important determinants of health care policy…
Introduction As computer-assisted surgical design becomes increasingly popular in maxillofacial surgery, recording patients’ natural head position (NHP) and reproducing it in the virtual environment are vital for preoperative design and…
Until the early 1970s, successful treatment with the Begg technique and the Tweed edgewise technique required tedious wire bending. The introduction of Andrews’ straight wire appliance changed that, and it…
In a previous article, I discussed how we can practically construct a confidence interval that is likely to include the true population mean from our single sample by taking advantage…
Cyril O’Brien Cyril O’Brien, a long-time orthodontist in Salem, Oregon, passed away on January 13, 2015, at age 90. Born on May 30, 1924, Cy grew up on a farm…
Introduction Mandibular canines are anatomically extruded in approximately half of the patients with a deepbite. Although simultaneous orthodontic intrusion of the 6 mandibular anterior teeth is not recommended, a few…
Introduction The aims of this study were to evaluate with microcomputed tomography the orthodontically induced inflammatory root resorption in premolars caused by buccopalatal jiggling movement with light and heavy forces…
A reader wrote: Larry: The other day a 17-year-old patient came into my office. He had been in braces with his general dentist for almost 2 years. He is still Class…
Introduction Self-esteem is a psychological trait that may develop in interaction with craniodentofacial esthetics. The aim of this study was to explore the relationship among craniodentofacial characteristics, dental esthetics–related quality…
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields emitted by mobile phones on the level of nickel in saliva. Methods Fifty…
Introduction Miniplates are the treatment of choice for complex orthodontic and orthopedic problems. However, they require surgical placement and removal, and complications such as infection and mobility can occur. The…
Highlights • This article describes the life and accomplishments of Dr Robert E Moyers (1919-1996). • He was the most decorated dental officer to serve during World War II. •…
Introduction Our aim was to evaluate the factors that predict orthodontic treatment uptake among adults attending a specialist practice. Methods A cross-sectional controlled design was adopted in a private practice…
Introduction Satisfaction with dentofacial appearance and expectations of orthodontic treatment have been analyzed in many studies. In 2002, in a study in The Netherlands, significant correlations were found between dental…
A unilateral posterior crossbite with facial asymmetry is difficult to correct with orthodontic treatment alone. This case report describes the orthodontic treatment and additional plasty without orthognathic surgery for a…
Introduction Orthodontic treatment is an important part of dental health care in Europe: the percentages of the population undergoing therapy vary from 10% to 55%. Therefore, quantifying effective orthodontic loads…
Claudette is a 40-year-old dermatologist who was referred to you by your internist. Despite mild mandibular retrognathia with lip incompetence and slight nasal prominence, her facial features combine in an…
Changes of the naso-maxillary complex after rapid maxillary expansion Bouserhal J, Bassil-Nassif N, Tauk A, Will L, Limme M. Three-dimensional changes of the naso-maxillary complex after rapid maxillary expansion. Angle Orthod…
We are grateful that orthodontists are showing considerable interest in our new method of uprighting a mesially tipped molar. The following are the responses to some points you raised. 1….
We thank Dr Sen Yilmaz for his interest in our article. We said “cone-beam computed tomography” in the title because that is what we used to make the measurements. There…
