Effect of Low-Intensity Electrical Stimulation on External Apical Root Resorption and Periodontal Indices Following En-Masse Retraction of Upper Anterior Teeth in Young Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate external apical root resorption (EARR) and periodontal indices during en‐masse retraction of maxillary anterior teeth stimulated with low‐intensity electrical currents. Trial Design A two‐arm randomized controlled trial. Methods Young adult patients who visited the Department of Orthodontics at Damascus University between
Shaadouh RI+3 more
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Introduction: Class III malocclusion should be intercepted and treated at early age, to prevent the necessity of future complex and expensive procedures. The orthopedic facemask therapy has the goal to achieve skeletal changes, minimizing side effects on
G. Maino+3 more
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Short-term assessment of pain and discomfort during rapid maxillary expansion with tooth-bone-borne and tooth-borne appliances: randomized clinical trial [PDF]
Objective: The aim of this randomized clinical trial was to evaluate and compare, during the first week of rapid maxillary expansion (RME), the impact caused by two types of appliances: Hyrax and Hybrid Hyrax.
Bruno de Paula Machado PASQUA+3 more
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Revisiting the Complications of Orthodontic Miniscrew
Miniscrew has been used widely as an effective orthodontic anchorage with reliable stationary quality, ease of insertion and removal techniques, immediate or early loading, flexibility in site insertion, less trauma, minimal patient cooperation, and ...
Van Mai Truong+4 more
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This study aimed to review the literature related to the intrusion of maxillary posterior teeth in subjects needing pre-prosthetic restoration or orthodontic treatment due to anterior open bite, and to report a thin alveolar biotype case needing a pre ...
Avram Manea+4 more
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Investigation of the optimal design of orthodontic mini-implants based on the primary stability: A finite element analysis [PDF]
Background. The design of an orthodontic mini-implant is a significant factor in determining its primary stability and its clinical success. The aim of this study was to measure the relative effect of mini-implant design factors on primary stability of ...
Amir Hooman Sadr Haghighi+4 more
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Orthodontic miniscrew supported correction of partially impacted mandibular 2nd molar- A case report
A wide range of clinical procedures have been introduced and practiced to correct mesially inclined mandibular molars which is a common situation among young adults, occurring usually due to inadequate space in the arch for its eruption.
Sushmita Batni Rao+3 more
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Objective: Infrazygomatic crestal (IZC) implants have gained increased popularity over the past few years. Hardly any studies have been done to assess the rate and reasons for failure of IZCs.
Gauri Gill+5 more
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Characterization of surface topography and chemical composition of mini-implants
Aim: To assess the surface topography and chemical composition of three brands of as-received mini-implants (SIN®, Morelli®, and Conexao®). Methods: Twelve mini-implants of each brand were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X ...
Luegya Amorim Henriques Knop+4 more
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Evaluation of the clinical effectiveness of miniscrews in class I and II malocclusion patients
Aim: The present systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of miniscrews in Class I and II Malocclusion Patients. Methods: From electronic databases, between 2010 and 2020, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, ISI were
Ali Amiri+3 more
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