Orthodontics

Is the growth pattern in mouth breathers comparable with the counterclockwise mandibular rotation of nasal breathers?

Apr 7, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Is the growth pattern in mouth breathers comparable with the counterclockwise mandibular rotation of nasal breathers?

Introduction The aim of this longitudinal study was to investigate mandibular rotation and angular remodeling in mouth-breathing children compared with nasal-breathing children. Methods The sample included 55 severely obstructed mouth-breathing…

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Morphologic relationship between the cranial base and the mandible in patients with facial asymmetry and mandibular prognathism

Apr 7, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Morphologic relationship between the cranial base and the mandible in patients with facial asymmetry and mandibular prognathism

Introduction This study was conducted to measure the dimensional changes in the cranial base and the mandible in patients with facial asymmetry and mandibular prognathism, and to examine the morphologic…

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Residents’ journal review

Apr 7, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Residents’ journal review

Orthopedic prevention of asymmetry in unilateral temporomandibular joint arthritis Stoustrup P, Küseler A, Kristensen KD, Herlin T, Pedersen TK. Orthopaedic splint treatment can reduce mandibular asymmetry caused by unilateral temporomandibular…

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Quantification of patient compliance with Hawley retainers and removable functional appliances during the retention phase

Apr 7, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Quantification of patient compliance with Hawley retainers and removable functional appliances during the retention phase

Introduction The success of retention with removable retainers is highly dependent on efficient patient compliance. The aim of this study was to quantify patient compliance with removable retainers using microelectronic…

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