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Orthodontics
Microbial profile in different orthodontic appliances by checkerboard DNA-DNA hybridization: An in-vivo study
Introduction The design of the orthodontic bracket or appliance is 1 of the most important factors for creating retentive areas for biofilm formation. In orthodontics, this would be the first study…
The role of orthodontics in the repair of gingival recessions
Introduction The goal of this research was to assess the impact of orthodontic root movement on gingival recessions. Methods Twelve consecutive adult patients with a mandibular incisor presenting buccal or…
Incisor root resorption associated with palatally displaced maxillary canines: Analysis and prediction using discriminant function analysis
Introduction Incisor root resorption associated with palatally displaced canine (PDC-IRR) is an important phenomenon that might alter the orthodontic treatment plan. The aims of this study were to investigate the…
Relationship between normative and self-perceived criteria for orthodontic treatment need and satisfaction with esthetics and mastication in adolescents
Introduction Orthodontic treatments are performed to improve esthetics and masticatory functions. In general, clinical criteria are used to recommend such treatments without considering the opinion of the patient. This study…
Maxillary expander with differential opening vs Hyrax expander: A randomized clinical trial
Introduction The aim of this 2-arm parallel trial was to compare the dentoskeletal effects of the expander with differential opening (EDO) and the Hyrax expander in the mixed dentition. Methods…
A prospective evaluation of factors affecting occlusal stability of Class II correction with Twin-block followed by fixed appliances
Introduction Modified Twin-block therapy followed by fixed appliances (TBFA) is a standard treatment modality in Class II malocclusion; however, there is little information regarding the stability of this approach. We…
Infective endocarditis and orthodontic implications in children: A review of the literature
Introduction Owing to access to high-quality medical care, more medically compromised patients are seeking orthodontic therapy, including those at risk of developing infective endocarditis (IE). The current guidelines for orthodontic…
Lifetime achievement award for orthodontic research, 2020
In 2015, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) established a new award, the Lifetime Achievement Award for Orthodontic Research. Previous recipients include Dr William R. Proffit (2017), Dr Lysle E….
Malocclusion and Dentofacial Deformity in Contemporary Society
Fig. 1.1 Edward H. Angle in his 50s, as the proprietor of the Angle School of Orthodontia. After establishing himself as the first dental specialist, Angle operated proprietary orthodontic schools…
