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Exploring the impact of orthodontic appliances on the oral microbiome and inflammatory parameters

Progress in Orthodontics
Background The symbiotic relationship between the oral microbiome and the host immune system is a prerequisite of oral health. Disruptions to this system can be associated with the development of diseases like dental caries.
Michael Nemec, Patrick Ringl, Kathrin Spettel, Lisa Schneider, Richard Kriz, Sonia Galazka, Marcus Sedlak, Erwin Jonke, Oleh Andrukhov, Athanasios Makristathis   +9 more
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A Review of the Research Progress of Orthodontic Archwire Bending Robot for Fixed Appliances

IEEE Access
This paper proposes a comprehensive review of orthodontic archwire bending robots for fixed appliances, focusing on their key technologies. Orthodontic archwire bending robots can significantly reduce the workload of orthodontists and enhance the ...
Han Liu, Jingang Jiang, Jingchao Wang, Shan Zhou, Yongde Zhang, Sinan Liu   +5 more
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Psychosocial Impact of Dental Esthetics in Adolescents With Malocclusion: A Patient‐Reported Study

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Malocclusion and altered dentofacial esthetics significantly influence adolescents' psychosocial well‐being during a sensitive developmental period. Understanding these impacts is important for esthetic and orthodontic treatment planning.
Matea Jurgec, Sara Pavlović, Barbara Živaljić, Marija Čandrlić, Stjepan Špalj   +4 more
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Salivary nickel and chromium in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances

, 2000
The purpose of this study was to determine the alterations in the chromium and nickel concentrations in the saliva of orthodontic patients treated with fixed orthodontic appliances. Forty-five orthodontic patients were included in this study.
Kocadereli, I, Atac, A, Ozer, D, Kale, S
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Effect of Whitening Dentifrices on Short‐Term Color Stability and Tooth Sensitivity After In‐Office Bleaching: A Randomized Single‐Blind Clinical Trial

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective This randomized, single‐blind clinical trial evaluated the effect of whitening dentifrices on short‐term color stability and tooth sensitivity after in‐office bleaching. Materials and Methods A total of 120 participants treated with 40% hydrogen peroxide were randomly assigned to six dentifrice groups (n = 20): one conventional ...
Adem Gok, Begum Koprucuogullari
wiley   +1 more source

The Effect of Initial Orthodontic Therapy with Clear Aligners and Fixed Appliances on Microbial Profiles and Clinical Parameters

Journal of the California Dental Association
Background Orthodontic appliances hinder proper oral hygiene, leading to plaque retention and biofilm formation which can cause dental diseases. This study investigates the initial impact of orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances versus clear ...
Megan Haug, Andrew Hopkins, Emily Duong, Kim-Sa Kelly, Julia Esfandi, Bhumika Shokeen, Tingxi Wu, Renate Lux   +7 more
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Long‐Term Esthetic‐Functional Rehabilitation of Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate With a Cross‐Arch Monolithic Zirconia Fixed Dental Prosthesis Following Multidisciplinary Treatment: 5‐Year Post‐Prosthetic Follow‐Up

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective This case report describes the esthetic‐functional rehabilitation of a patient with unilateral complete cleft lip and palate who was managed multidisciplinarily from 10 to 18 years of age, and reports the clinical outcome 5 years after definitive prosthetic rehabilitation, which was undertaken after late secondary alveolar bone ...
Gizem Altundal, Sinem Gümüş, Erol Kozanoğlu, Sevde Şirikçi Biberci, Asuman Deniz Gümrü Çelikel   +4 more
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Impact of Fixed Orthodontic Appliance Treatment on Children’s Mental Health, Quality of Life and Social Context: A Scoping Review

Patient Preference and Adherence
Teresa Schmahl, Jost Steinhäuser, Larisa Wewetzer, Katja Goetz Institute of Family Medicine, University Medical Centre Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, GermanyCorrespondence: Teresa Schmahl, Institute of Family Medicine, University Medical Centre Schleswig ...
Schmahl T, Steinhäuser J, Wewetzer L, Goetz K   +3 more
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Influence of Illumination Conditions and Cross‐Polarization on DSLR‐Based Clinical Tooth Color Assessment: A Comparison With Spectrophotometric Measurements

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To evaluate the influence of different illumination systems and cross‐polarization on tooth color determination using DSLR photography, and to assess the agreement between photographic methods and spectrophotometric measurements. Materials and Methods Thirty‐one participants (62 maxillary central incisors) were included. Color measurements
Bengü Doğu Kaya, Tuğba Misilli, Burcu Gözetici‐Çil, Mehmet Buldur, Gizem Ayan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of antimicrobial effect of the Neo Pill device on fixed orthodontic appliances: in vitro pilot study

Journal of Infection in Developing Countries
Introduction: Oral hygiene in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances is not satisfactory in most cases. Namely, rough and irregular edges on fixed orthodontic appliances can facilitate attachment of microorganisms, which causes periodontal diseases ...
Zoran Tambur, Jovanka Trifunović, Stevan Avramov, Ema Aleksić, Adam Malešević, Vladimir Biočanin   +5 more
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