Orthodontics

Repair of root resorption 2 to 16 weeks after the application of continuous forces on maxillary first molars in rats: A 2- and 3-dimensional quantitative evaluation

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Repair of root resorption 2 to 16 weeks after the application of continuous forces on maxillary first molars in rats: A 2- and 3-dimensional quantitative evaluation

Introduction Root resorption is a side effect of orthodontic treatment that occurs with the removal of hyalinized tissue. Studies have shown that a reparative process in the periodontium begins when…

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Effects of premolar extractions on Bolton overall ratios and tooth-size discrepancies in a Japanese orthodontic population

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Effects of premolar extractions on Bolton overall ratios and tooth-size discrepancies in a Japanese orthodontic population

Introduction The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of premolar extractions on the Bolton overall ratios and overall tooth-size discrepancies in a Japanese orthodontic population. Methods Mesiodistal…

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Analysis of intra-arch and interarch measurements from digital models with 2 impression materials and a modeling process based on cone-beam computed tomography

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Analysis of intra-arch and interarch measurements from digital models with 2 impression materials and a modeling process based on cone-beam computed tomography

Introduction Study models are an essential part of an orthodontic record. Digital models are now available. One option for generating a digital model is cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scanning of…

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Editor’s Comment and Q&A

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Introduction The objective of this study was to investigate the in-vitro fluoride release from a glass ionomer orthodontic bonding system (Fuji I, GC Corporation, Tokyo, Japan) over a 2-month period…

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Editor’s Comment and Q&A

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Introduction The purpose of this study was to investigate the responses of mandibular condylar cartilage to moving 2 molars in different combinations. Methods Rats were assigned to male and female…

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Morphologic, functional, and occlusal characterization of mandibular lateral displacement malocclusion

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Morphologic, functional, and occlusal characterization of mandibular lateral displacement malocclusion

Introduction Mandibular lateral displacement (MLD) is clinically characterized by deviation of the chin, facial asymmetry, dental midline discrepancy, crossbite in the posterior region, and high prevalence of internal derangement of…

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Editor’s Comment and Q&A

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Introduction Mandibular lateral displacement (MLD) is clinically characterized by deviation of the chin, facial asymmetry, dental midline discrepancy, crossbite in the posterior region, and high prevalence of internal derangement of…

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Editor’s Comment and Q&A

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Introduction Study models are an essential part of an orthodontic record. Digital models are now available. One option for generating a digital model is cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scanning of…

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Editor’s Comment and Q&A

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Introduction Computer software can be used to predict orthognathic surgery outcomes. The aim of this study was to subjectively compare the soft-tissue surgical simulations of 2 software programs. Methods Standard…

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Changes in esthetic standards since 1940

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Changes in esthetic standards since 1940

Introduction The goals of this study were to investigate differences between the most popular female and male faces, past and present, and to determine whether they had changed over time…

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Comparative study of 2 software programs for predicting profile changes in Class III patients having double-jaw orthognathic surgery

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Comparative study of 2 software programs for predicting profile changes in Class III patients having double-jaw orthognathic surgery

Introduction Computer software can be used to predict orthognathic surgery outcomes. The aim of this study was to subjectively compare the soft-tissue surgical simulations of 2 software programs. Methods Standard…

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Editor’s Comment and Q&A

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Editor’s Comment and Q&A

Introduction The goals of this study were to investigate differences between the most popular female and male faces, past and present, and to determine whether they had changed over time…

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Soft-tissue considerations in mandibular setback

Apr 14, 2017 by in Orthodontics Comments Off on Soft-tissue considerations in mandibular setback

In the September issue, “Surgical orthodontic treatment for a patient with advanced periodontal disease: Evaluation with electromyography and 3-dimensional cone-beam computed tomography” (Nakajima K, Yamaguchi T, Maki K. Am J…

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