Orthodontics

Insertion torque and Periotest values are important factors predicting outcome after orthodontic miniscrew placement

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Insertion torque and Periotest values are important factors predicting outcome after orthodontic miniscrew placement

Introduction Approximately 14% of orthodontic anchor screws (miniscrews) become dislodged regardless of the accuracy of placement. It is therefore important to investigate the factors causing dislodgement. We evaluated the stability…

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Evaluation of dehiscence and fenestration in adolescents affected by bilateral cleft lip and palate using cone-beam computed tomography

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Evaluation of dehiscence and fenestration in adolescents affected by bilateral cleft lip and palate using cone-beam computed tomography

Introduction We evaluated the dehiscence and fenestration presence in maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth of patients affected by bilateral cleft lip and palate (BCLP) and compared the findings with a…

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Clarity of vision

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Clarity of vision

“Still, a man hears what he wants to hear, And disregards the rest” It’s been 2 years since you finished your residency, but you feel as if you received your…

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Residents’ journal review

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Residents’ journal review

Sliding velocity and resistance to sliding Savoldi F, Visconti L, Dalessandri D, Bonetti S, Tsoi JK, Matinlinna JP, et al. In vitro evaluation of the influence of velocity on sliding resistance of…

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Promoting ethical minds in orthodontics

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Promoting ethical minds in orthodontics

Howard Gardner, author of the multiple intelligence theory, supports the idea that ethics is fundamental in order to do a “good work.” Someone with unethical behavior can have an intelligent…

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Impacted and transposed canine

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Impacted and transposed canine

I appreciate the efforts of Lee et al, who wrote a fantastic case report on an impacted and transposed canine in the June 2017 issue. Treatment planning as well as execution…

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Bisphenol A and orthodontics: An update of evidence-based measures to minimize exposure for the orthodontic team and patients

Dec 19, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Bisphenol A and orthodontics: An update of evidence-based measures to minimize exposure for the orthodontic team and patients

The purpose of this editorial is to present an update of the evidence on bisphenol A (BPA) in orthodontics by critically reviewing the available evidence, which often shows variable validity…

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Miniscrew-assisted multidisciplinary orthodontic treatment with surgical mandibular advancement and genioplasty in a brachyfacial Class II patient with mandibular asymmetry

Dec 12, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Miniscrew-assisted multidisciplinary orthodontic treatment with surgical mandibular advancement and genioplasty in a brachyfacial Class II patient with mandibular asymmetry

This article describes the complex dental treatment of a 43-year-old man with skeletal Class II, mandibular asymmetry, severe brachyfacial pattern, Class II Division 2, canting of the occlusal plane, and…

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Numeric simulation model for long-term orthodontic tooth movement with contact boundary conditions using the finite element method

Dec 12, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Numeric simulation model for long-term orthodontic tooth movement with contact boundary conditions using the finite element method

Introduction Although many attempts have been made to simulate orthodontic tooth movement using the finite element method, most were limited to analyses of the initial displacement in the periodontal ligament…

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Nonsurgical treatment of an adult with a skeletal Class II gummy smile using zygomatic temporary anchorage devices and improved superelastic nickel-titanium alloy wires

Dec 12, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Nonsurgical treatment of an adult with a skeletal Class II gummy smile using zygomatic temporary anchorage devices and improved superelastic nickel-titanium alloy wires

Patients with a severe gummy smile and a skeletal Class II profile are difficult to treat. This case report describes an effective treatment alternative for improving a gummy smile in…

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In-vivo determination of critical force levels using an intraoral electromechanical device to measure nonpathologic tooth mobility

Dec 12, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on In-vivo determination of critical force levels using an intraoral electromechanical device to measure nonpathologic tooth mobility

Introduction An electromechanical device was used to experimentally characterize the movement of a single tooth within the periodontal ligament space. The force magnitude leading to the complete compression of the…

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Effects of low-level laser irradiation on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement and associated pain with self-ligating brackets

Dec 12, 2018 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Effects of low-level laser irradiation on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement and associated pain with self-ligating brackets

Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of low-level laser irradiation applied at 3-week intervals on orthodontic tooth movement and pain associated with orthodontic tooth movement…

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