Introduction Mandibular canines are anatomically extruded in approximately half of the patients with a deepbite. Although simultaneous orthodontic intrusion of the 6 mandibular anterior teeth is not recommended, a few…
Introduction The aims of this study were to evaluate with microcomputed tomography the orthodontically induced inflammatory root resorption in premolars caused by buccopalatal jiggling movement with light and heavy forces…
A reader wrote: Larry: The other day a 17-year-old patient came into my office. He had been in braces with his general dentist for almost 2 years. He is still Class…
Introduction Self-esteem is a psychological trait that may develop in interaction with craniodentofacial esthetics. The aim of this study was to explore the relationship among craniodentofacial characteristics, dental esthetics–related quality…
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields emitted by mobile phones on the level of nickel in saliva. Methods Fifty…
Highlights • This article describes the life and accomplishments of Dr Robert E Moyers (1919-1996). • He was the most decorated dental officer to serve during World War II. •…
Introduction Our aim was to evaluate the factors that predict orthodontic treatment uptake among adults attending a specialist practice. Methods A cross-sectional controlled design was adopted in a private practice…
Introduction Satisfaction with dentofacial appearance and expectations of orthodontic treatment have been analyzed in many studies. In 2002, in a study in The Netherlands, significant correlations were found between dental…
Claudette is a 40-year-old dermatologist who was referred to you by your internist. Despite mild mandibular retrognathia with lip incompetence and slight nasal prominence, her facial features combine in an…
Changes of the naso-maxillary complex after rapid maxillary expansion Bouserhal J, Bassil-Nassif N, Tauk A, Will L, Limme M. Three-dimensional changes of the naso-maxillary complex after rapid maxillary expansion. Angle Orthod…
