Introduction The aims of this study were to evaluate the optical properties of esthetic brackets and determine their influence on visual perception. Methods Eighty esthetic brackets of 16 commercial brands…
Introduction The miniscrew has been developed and effectively used as orthodontic anchorage, but current studies of its usage are insufficient to provide information about the underlying mechanical mechanisms. The aim…
This case report describes the treatment of a 16-year-old girl with ankylosed maxillary central incisors that were noticeably infraoccluded and labially displaced. We performed a segmental osteotomy with an autogenous…
This article describes a modified technique for indirect bonding. Crucial variables that influence the procedure are analyzed and discussed to help the clincian use the indirect bonding techinique routinely. Orthodontists…
This report describes a novel concept of en-masse retraction with temporary skeletal anchorage devices in place of posterior bonding or banding. The patient was a Korean woman, aged 24 years…
Introduction The purpose of the study was to evaluate impacted maxillary canines as risk factor for orthodontic apical root resorption. Methods The sample comprised 66 patients treated with fixed appliances….
An adolescent boy with an Angle Class II Division 1 malocclusion had a hyperdivergent growth pattern with an excessive lower facial height and an anterior open bite. Combined orthodontic and…
Introduction In this study, we evaluated the effects of a low-level laser on bone regeneration in rapid maxillary expansion procedures. Methods Twenty-seven children, aged 8 to 12 years, took part…
Dr Clarke is a pioneer in functional orthopedic therapy. He continues to develop innovative appliances for orthodontic and orthopedic techniques that have changed clinical practice worldwide. In 1977, he developed…
Introduction A common orthodontic problem is a deep overbite malocclusion. Because of its high relapse tendency, it is also one of the most challenging problems to treat. To minimize relapse,…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to determine the ability of orthodontists and orthodontic residents to identify nonorthodontic incidental findings and false positives in cone-beam computed tomography scans. Methods…
A group of readers posted the following comments and questions: As clinicians, we have always been aware of the cytotoxic potential of the intraoral appliances that we place during treatment….
One of the most common buzz words in today’s online world is “social media.” This article defines social media, explains why it is important to practicing orthodontists, and provides information…
Introduction The purposes of this study were to quantify bone damage associated with insertion of 2 types of miniscrew implants and to relate the amount of bone damage to monocortical…
Acommon question in orthodontic research is “how many patients do I need for my study?” The next articles will introduce relevant concepts that will help readers to understand how to…
Introduction Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) has become a routine imaging modality for many orthodontic clinics. However, questions remain about the amount of radiation patients are exposed to during the scans….
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxic effects of orthodontic mini-implants on gingival fibroblasts and osteoblasts. Methods The orthodontic mini-implants used in this study were Orthodontic…
It was a pleasure to see that Dr Larson did not take the extreme view of proposing cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) as a routine diagnostic modality—ie, for every patient, irrespective…
It is interesting to observe the adoption of new technology in dentistry and orthodontics. Of particular interest is the use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) as the imaging protocol of…
The relationship between posterior crossbites and temporomandibular disorders Thilander B, Bjerklin K. Posterior crossbite and temporomandibular disorders (TMDs): need for orthodontic treatment? Eur J Orthod 2011 Sep 6 [Epub ahead…
