An evaluation of mesiodentes: A retrospective study with cone-beam computed tomography [PDF]
Background: The mesiodens, located in the palatal midline between the two maxillary central incisors, is the most common type of supernumerary tooth. The aim of this study was to evaluate the distribution of mesiodentes according to shape, position, and ...
Akay, Gülsün +2 more
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Awareness of complications and maintenance mode of oral piercing in a group of adolescents and young Italian adults with intraoral piercing [PDF]
Background: The aim of the study was to focus the awareness of complications of oral piercing among a group of adolescents and young Italian adults with intraoral piercings.
Corridore, Denise +3 more
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De Novo GLI2 Missense Variant in a Child With Isolated Hypopituitarism and Craniofacial Anomalies: Expanding the Phenotypic Spectrum. [PDF]
A novel de novo GLI2 variant (p.Arg499Leu) was identified in a child with hypopituitarism and subtle craniofacial and neurodevelopmental features, broadening the clinical spectrum of GLI2‐related disorders and supporting genotype–phenotype correlations.
Goel H, Harrison K.
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Relationship between perception of smile esthetics and orthodontic treatment in Spanish patients. [PDF]
One of the main objectives of orthodontic treatment is to achieve an esthetic smile. This study set out to analyze differences in the perception of smile esthetics among patients before and after receiving orthodontic treatment.
Belen Bolas-Colvee +3 more
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New early Eocene tapiromorph perissodactyls from the Ghazij Formation of Pakistan, with implications for mammalian biochronology in Asia [PDF]
Early Eocene mammals from Indo-Pakistan have only recently come under study. Here we describe the first tapiromorph perissodactyls from the subcontinent. Gandheralophus minor n. gen. and n. sp. and G. robustus n. sp.
Bai B. +37 more
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MIDLINE DIASTEMA WITH LOWER ANTERIOR CROWDING [PDF]
Midline diastema and dental crowding are common dental conditions that can affect a person's appearance and oral health. This study found that midline diastema is prevalent in adult patients in eastern India, with abnormal labial frenum attachment being ...
Dr Jeban Jyoti Sahu, Dr Nivedita Sahoo, Dr Kedarnath Choudhury, Dr Katha Mandal, Dr Nayan Jyoti Sahu
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Prevalence of developmental maxillary midline diastema in Taiwanese children
Background/purpose: Midline diastema in mixed dentition is a concern for both parents and children; therefore, determining the timing of closure of developmental diastema is essential for clinical practice.
Jeng-Fen Liu +2 more
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MIDLINE DIASTEMA: TREATMENT OPTIONS
Maxillary midline diastema is a common esthetic problem in mixed and permanent dentition. The space can occur either as a transient malocclusion or created by developmental, pathological or iatrogenic factors. Many innovative therapies are available from restorative procedures such as composite build-up to surgery (frenectomies) and Orthodontics is ...
Sunil Kumar L.N +4 more
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Aesthetic Management of Anterior Midline Diastema
This case report describes a treatment using lithium disilicate in rehabilitating maxillary anterior with midline spacing. This conservative treatment requires fewer clinical sessions along with detailed clinical protocol, precise indications, and laboratory procedures.
null Khaidem Monalee Devi +1 more
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Miniscrew-Supported Palatal Expansion in Adults: A Clinical Case Report. [PDF]
Maxillary transverse deficiency is a common issue in orthodontic clinics and presents a treatment challenge in adults due to increased resistance to midpalatal suture separation. Miniscrew‐assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) has become an effective alternative by providing skeletal anchorage and minimizing side effects on teeth; however, little ...
Miranda-Astocondor E +4 more
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