Dealing with a minor problem
Kordus v Montes, 2014 WY 146 (A.D. 2014), reminds us that minor children are a specific class of people who are entitled to enhanced protections under the law. The facts of…
Efficiency of Class II subdivision malocclusion treatment with 3 and 4 premolar extractions
Introduction In this study, we compared the efficiency of Class II subdivision malocclusion treatment with symmetric and asymmetric extractions. Methods A sample of 71 patients with complete Class II subdivision…
Three-dimensional evaluation of morphologic tooth symmetry in various malocclusions
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the morphologic symmetry of the maxillary and mandibular teeth between the left and right quadrants in 3 dimensions using advanced engineering…
Adhesion of periodontal pathogens to self-ligating orthodontic brackets: An in-vivo prospective study
Introduction Our aims were to analyze adhesion of periodontopathogens to self-ligating brackets (Clarity-SL [CSL], Clippy-C [CC] and Damon Q [DQ]) and to identify the relationships between bacterial adhesion and oral…
Surface strain distribution of orthodontic miniscrews under load
Introduction Our objective was to investigate surface strain around orthodontic miniscrews under different orthodontic loading conditions in simulated supporting bone. Methods Thirty miniscrews with lengths of 6, 8, and 10 mm…
Morphometric growth changes of the nasopharyngeal space in subjects with different vertical craniofacial features
Introduction The purpose of this study was to morphometrically investigate the growth pattern of the adenoids in growing subjects with hyperdivergent and hypodivergent vertical craniofacial features. Methods In this retrospective…
Psychosocial impact of dental esthetics regulates motivation to seek orthodontic treatment
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychosocial impact of dental esthetics for adults seeking orthodontic treatment. Methods The Chinese version of the Psychosocial Impact of Dental…
In-vitro impact of insertion angle on primary stability of miniscrews
Introduction The use of miniscrews as anchorage has become increasingly popular, but there is no consensus on the best insertion angle. The purpose of this study was to determine the…
Effectiveness of bonded and vacuum-formed retainers: A prospective randomized controlled clinical trial
Introduction The objective of this prospective trial was to compare the clinical effectiveness of bonded retainers with vacuum-formed retainers, in terms of maintaining the results of orthodontic treatment in the…
What’s an orthodontist to do?
Now that you’ve completed your residency, the impact of your growing expenses has become a reality. You have been engaged for 2 years, and you have promised your fiancée that you…
