Orthodontics

A retrospective long-term pulpal, periodontal, and esthetic, follow-up of palatally impacted canines treated with an open or closed surgical exposure technique using the Maxillary Canine Aesthetic Index

Jan 9, 2021 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on A retrospective long-term pulpal, periodontal, and esthetic, follow-up of palatally impacted canines treated with an open or closed surgical exposure technique using the Maxillary Canine Aesthetic Index

Introduction The primary objective of this study was to compare the aesthetic outcome of palatally impacted canines treated with an open or closed surgical exposure technique using the Maxillary Canine Aesthetic…

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Obvious morphologic changes in the mandible and condylar cartilage after triple botulinum toxin injections into the bilateral masseter

Jan 9, 2021 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Obvious morphologic changes in the mandible and condylar cartilage after triple botulinum toxin injections into the bilateral masseter

Introduction Nonsurgical treatments that can prevent or reduce the extent of the mandibular excess at an early stage are desirable. A single botulinum toxin (BTX) injection into the unilateral and…

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Long-term occlusal changes and patient satisfaction in patients treated with and without extractions: 37 years after treatment

Jan 9, 2021 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Long-term occlusal changes and patient satisfaction in patients treated with and without extractions: 37 years after treatment

Introduction The objective of this research was to evaluate the treatment outcomes, long-term occlusal changes, and patient satisfaction after 37 years of nonextraction and extraction treatments. Methods Fifty-seven patients with Class…

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Anterior tooth alignment and arch dimensions changes: 37-year follow-up in patients treated with and without premolar extraction

Jan 9, 2021 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Anterior tooth alignment and arch dimensions changes: 37-year follow-up in patients treated with and without premolar extraction

Introduction The objective of this research was to evaluate the anterior tooth alignment and dental arch dimension changes after orthodontic treatments with and without premolar extractions in the long-term. Methods…

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Professional professionalism

Jan 9, 2021 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Professional professionalism

The program in which you teach admits only 4 residents per year. Your admission process is an arduous one. Out of hundreds of applicants, only those with strong academic records,…

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Orthodontic and surgical management of a patient with severe mandibular deficiency and asymmetry with condylar hypoplasia using 3-dimensional surgical planning in combination with a modified surgery-first approach

Oct 7, 2020 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Orthodontic and surgical management of a patient with severe mandibular deficiency and asymmetry with condylar hypoplasia using 3-dimensional surgical planning in combination with a modified surgery-first approach

Progressive improvements in digital technology and surgical techniques have synergized the speed, predictability, and favorable outcomes for patients undergoing surgical-orthodontic treatment with handicapping dentofacial deformities. This case report will demonstrate…

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Risk factors for maxillary impacted canine–linked severe lateral incisor root resorption: A cone-beam computed tomography study

Oct 7, 2020 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Risk factors for maxillary impacted canine–linked severe lateral incisor root resorption: A cone-beam computed tomography study

Introduction Impacted maxillary canine–linked severe lateral incisor root resorption (SIRRc) is rare, but it greatly influences the survival of the affected teeth. Our study was designed to investigate the risk…

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Periodontal implications of surgical-orthodontic treatment of an impacted dilacerated maxillary incisor: A case report with a 2-year follow-up

Oct 7, 2020 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Periodontal implications of surgical-orthodontic treatment of an impacted dilacerated maxillary incisor: A case report with a 2-year follow-up

The treatment of an 8-year-old girl with a dilacerated maxillary incisor began in the mixed dentition; a modified palatal arch attached to the molars served as anchorage for the forced…

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