Introduction In this study, we aimed to evaluate the changes in dental arch dimensions, tooth size, and incisor crowding in subjects with normal occlusion over a 40-year period. Methods A…
Introduction Previous studies have looked at a variety of dental and facial asymmetries and compared their detection by dental professionals with those of laypersons. However, few studies have analyzed the…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to assess the reproducibility of in-vivo and ex-vivo scans using an intraoral scanner. Methods Twenty adults with no missing teeth except for third…
Introduction In this study, we quantitatively assessed 3-dimensional condylar displacement during counterclockwise maxillomandibular advancement surgery (CMMA) with or without articular disc repositioning, focusing on surgical stability in the follow-up period….
Introduction The aims of this study were to investigate the expression of proteins of elastic fibers and collagen type I in the supra-alveolar structure of orthodontically rotated teeth in rats…
One of our readers recently wrote the following and wanted some input. Larry: At the end of the day yesterday, the father of a long-ago dismissed patient called requesting his…
Dr Fujio Miura Fujio Miura, Professor Emeritus of Tokyo Medical and Dental University and known internationally as a leader in orthodontics, passed away peacefully of aspiration pneumonia and heart failure…
Introduction Orthodontic treatment planning requires skill and expertise with considerable practice variations. The aims of this study were to review retrospectively the pretreatment records of patients with Class I malocclusion…
Introduction The aim of this study was the long-term follow-up of enamel color changes observed in the middle third of buccal tooth surfaces after treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances. Methods…
Introduction Our aim was to assess the available evidence for the effects of orthodontic treatment with 4 premolar extractions on the skeletal vertical dimension of the face compared with nonextraction…
Introduction Our objectives were to compare the stability of treatment and periodontal health with fixed vs removable orthodontic retainers over a 4-year period. Methods A 4-year follow-up of participants randomly…
Interceptive management of palatally displaced canines Alyammahi AS, Kaklamanos EG, Athanasiou AE. Effectiveness of extraction of primary canines for interceptive management of palatally displaced permanent canines: a systematic review and…
You’ve always enjoyed getting your haircut at Sal’s Barber Shop. Sal has been your barber for over 30 years, and he considers himself to be an expert on everything from global…
Introduction Three-dimensional (3D) cephalometric analysis has provided the ability to overcome the limitations of 2-dimensional cephalometrics. However, there is no international standard method for 3D cephalometric analysis yet. Determining the…
Introduction The aim of this case report was to present the successful orthodontic treatment of an adolescent girl with cherubism. Methods The patient began treatment after puberty. Necessary extractions were…
I want to applaud Thais Teixeria de Paiva and colleagues on their interesting and well-done article, “Influence of canine vertical position on smile esthetic perceptions by orthodontists and laypersons,” in…
It was with anticipation and interest that we read this article by the same group that had published similar data on a pilot study investigating the risk of root resorption…
Introduction The patient’s perception of facial esthetics is not necessarily consistent with that of the practitioner. The aim of this study was to compare the perceptions of Persian orthodontists, oral…
As orthodontists, we are continually confronted with the level of oral hygiene in our patients. The clinical implications of poor oral hygiene in orthodontic patients are wider. Some prior evidence…
