Introduction Mini-implants are widely used for predictable tooth movements, but insertion is often restricted by anatomic structures. The aims of this study were to investigate the incidence of penetration of…
I don’t know about you, but lately, over the past 2 or 3 years, we have seen a slight uptick in patient presentations where we must ask ourselves whether we are…
The arrival of Orthodontic therapy: Fundamental treatment concepts adds to the lexicon of the Dental Color Atlas series, edited by Herbert F. Wolf and published by Thieme Medical Publishers. Featured…
Introduction The objective of this study was to investigate the association between incisor crowding, irregularity, and periodontal disease progression in the anterior teeth. Methods Data collected over 35 years from men…
Orthodontics has lost one of the “tallest trees in its forest.” Olin Brynilde (O. B.) Vaughan was a giant sequoia, and his death leaves a great void in the hearts…
I read the article in the October 2017 issue entitled “Extraction of maxillary canines: Esthetic perceptions of patient smiles among dental professionals and laypeople” with great interest (Thiruvenkatachari B, Javidi…
Introduction The aims of this study were to retrospectively investigate the long-term development of gingival recession in a cohort of orthodontic patients and to compare the prevalence of gingival recession…
So, you just finished your orthodontic training. You enter the job market, and you find what you think is a fabulous associate’s position. The contract is to your liking, and…
Introduction With the recent interest in esthetics at an early age, prediction of mandibular incisor crowding is of significant importance. Since dental arch development is related to craniofacial growth, we…
Introduction The aims of this 2-arm parallel pilot randomized controlled trial were to investigate the influence of antibiotic prophylaxis on the stability of orthodontic microimplants and to evaluate the efficacy…
