Orthodontics

Real-time cell analysis of the cytotoxicity of the components of orthodontic acrylic materials on gingival fibroblasts

Apr 11, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Real-time cell analysis of the cytotoxicity of the components of orthodontic acrylic materials on gingival fibroblasts

Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxicity of 3 orthodontic acrylic materials and 2 manipulation methods. Methods The orthodontic acrylic materials Orthocryl EQ (Dentaurum, Ispringen, Germany),…

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When the tail wags the dog

Apr 11, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on When the tail wags the dog

You have been teaching at a university program for quite some time, and you have just completed a complex treatment plan involving 4 premolar extractions. As you review the diagnostic…

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Residents’ journal review

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Labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession Aziz T, Flores-Mir C. A systematic review of the association between appliance-induced labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession. Aust Orthod…

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Correction

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Ho C, Türk T, Elekdaüğ-Türk S, Jones AS, Petocz P, Cheng LL, Darendeliler MA. Physical properties of root cementum: Part 19. Comparison of the amounts of root resorption between the…

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Author’s response

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In July, I was given the opportunity to provide the “Counterpoint” response to White and Proffit’s “Point” article regarding the management of third molars. Drs White and Proffit have now…

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Third molars

Apr 11, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Third molars

In our article in the July issue on advising orthodontic patients about third molars, we believe that we gave a reasonable discussion based on the current data of the new…

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Clarification of a historical fact

Apr 11, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Clarification of a historical fact

Dr Laurance Jerrold’s recent article and commentary (Jerrold L. Limits to the standard of care. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2011;139:858-9) was, as always, most thoughtful and timely. I very…

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Do you know what this image represents?

Apr 11, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Do you know what this image represents?

The world of journalism is gradually transitioning from print to online versions of newspapers, magazines, and scientific journals. As a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, you can read…

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Online only abstracts

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Physical properties of root cementum: Part 20. Effect of fluoride on orthodontically induced root resorption with light and heavy orthodontic forces for 4 weeks: A microcomputed tomography study Ersan Ilsay…

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Concerns about the new logo!

Apr 11, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Concerns about the new logo!

This letter contains feedback regarding the new AAO logo. People might regard this feedback as minute criticism, at which we orthodontists must excel. Among the hallmarks ingrained in clinical orthodontic…

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