Use of controls in clinical trials
In 3 previous articles in this series on randomized clinical trials (RCTs), we discussed the process and steps of randomization. In this article, we will discuss the purpose and use…
You can’t say that
You have decided to be an expert witness for the defense in a malpractice case. You are board certified and have lots of other supporting credentials. Your testimony was taken…
Orthodontic treatment of an ankylosed maxillary central incisor through single-tooth osteotomy by using interdental space regained from microimplant anchorage
This case report describes the treatment of a boy, aged 13.6 years, whose ankylosed maxillary left central incisor had been avulsed and replanted 2.5 years earlier. Ankylosis of the tooth…
Physical properties of root cementum: Part 23. Effects of 2 or 3 weekly reactivated continuous or intermittent orthodontic forces on root resorption and tooth movement: A microcomputed tomography study
Introduction The force application period is a modifiable factor in root resorption. There is still ambiguity if the continuity of force application is advantageous in terms of root resorption and…
Photos vs silhouettes for evaluation of African American profile esthetics
Introduction Patient photos and silhouettes are commonly used in clinical evaluations and orthodontic research to evaluate profile esthetics. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the use of…
Impact of verbal explanation and modified consent materials on orthodontic informed consent
Introduction Comprehension of informed consent information has been problematic. The purposes of this study were to evaluate the effectiveness of a shortened explanation of an established consent method and whether…
Mandibular second molar eruption difficulties related to the maintenance of arch perimeter in the mixed dentition
Introduction In this prospective longitudinal study, we compared the prevalence of mandibular second molar eruption difficulties in patients treated with appliances to maintain mandibular arch perimeter. Other independent variables (age,…
Pain reduction after initial archwire placement in orthodontic patients: A randomized clinical trial
Introduction The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of ibuprofen, viscoelastic bite wafers, and chewing gum in reducing orthodontic pain. Methods This randomized clinical trial included 50…
Effects of playing a wind instrument on the occlusion
Introduction There is a popular belief among some musicians that playing a wind instrument regularly can affect the position of the teeth. The aim of this study was to investigate…
Residents’ journal review
Long-term changes in untreated dental arches Tsiopas N, Nilner M, Bondemark L, Bjerklin K. A 40 years follow-up of dental arch dimensions and incisor irregularity in adults. Eur J Orthod…
