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The efficacy of an oscillating‐rotating power toothbrush compared to a high‐frequency sonic power toothbrush on parameters of dental plaque and gingival inflammation: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, Volume 21, Issue 1, Page 77-94, February 2023., 2023
Abstract Aim To establish the efficacy of oscillating‐rotating power toothbrush (OR‐PTB) compared to high‐frequency sonic power toothbrush (HFS‐PTB) on improving parameters of plaque and gingival inflammation. Safety and participants' preference were secondary interests. Materials and methods MEDLINE‐PubMed and Cochrane‐CENTRAL databases were searched,
Eveline van der Sluijs, Dagmar Else Slot, Nienke Lisette Hennequin‐Hoenderdos, Cees Valkenburg, Fridus (G. A.) van der Weijden   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of fixed orthodontic appliance with antihypertensive drugs on the body weight of experimental rats

Journal of Baghdad College of Dentistry, 2023
Background: This study aims to investigate the effect of fixed orthodontic appliances and/or antihypertensive drugs on the weight of experimental rats.
Hadeel A Mahdi , Hayder F Saloom , Muhanad A Kashmola   +2 more
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Health action process approach in oral health behaviour: Target interventions, constructs and groups—A systematic review

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, Volume 21, Issue 1, Page 59-76, February 2023., 2023
Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to systematically map the Health Action Process Approach (HAPA)‐based interventions in dentistry in relation to the type of intervention, the target groups and the constructs of the HAPA model that are used in the study and to assess the clinical relevance of the studies. Methods A search in the databases of
Karin Alexandra van Nes, Cor van Loveren, Michiel Fridthjof Luteijn, Dagmar Else Slot   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Analysis of mesiodistal angulations of preadjusted brackets

Brazilian Oral Research, 2014
Manufacturers offer various prescriptions of preadjusted brackets for use in the “straight-wire” orthodontic technique. However, the need to incorporate bends in the rectangular wires during orthodontic finishing has led to concerns regarding the type of
Marcos Rogério de MENDONÇA, Ana Caroline Gonçales VERRI, Aubrey Fernando FABRE, Osmar Aparecido CUOGHI   +3 more
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Three-dimensional spatial analysis of the temporomandibular joint in adult patients with Class II division 2 malocclusion before and after orthodontic treatment: a retrospective study

BMC Oral Health, 2023
Background To investigate changes in the three-dimensional (3D) spatial morphology of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and condyle position in adult patients with Class II division 2 malocclusion using a 3D spatial measurement method and to investigate ...
Jiajing Zheng, Yueying Zhang, Qiuyue Wu, Hua Xiao, Feifei Li   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Characterization and coating stability evaluation of nickel-titanium orthodontic esthetic wires: an in vivo study

Brazilian Oral Research, 2017
The objective of this study was to compare coating dimensions and surface characteristics of two different esthetic covered nickel-titanium orthodontic rectangular archwires, as-received from the manufacturer and after oral exposure.
Nina ARGALJI, Eduardo Moreira da SILVA, Adriana CURY-SARAMAGO, Claudia Trindade MATTOS   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Investigation of the optimal design of orthodontic mini-implants based on the primary stability: A finite element analysis [PDF]

Journal of Dental Research, Dental Clinics, Dental Prospects, 2019
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, Vahid Pouyafar, Ali Navid, Mahsa Eskandarinezhad, Tannaz Abdollahzadeh Baghaei   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Evaluation of friction on self-ligating and conventional brackets associated with different types of archwires submitted to sliding mechanics

Brazilian Journal of Oral Sciences, 2019
Aim: The aim of this study was to verify the frictional force during sliding mechanics in orthodontic tooth movement, using conventional metal brackets of the active and passive self-ligating types with stainless steel and copper nickel titanium ...
William Carlos Silva Barbosa, Américo Bortolazzo Correr, Diego Patrik Alves Carneiro, Mário Vedovello Filho, Ana Paula Terossi de Godoi, Heloísa Cristina Valdrighi   +5 more
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PENGARUH EKSTRAK DAUN PEPAYA (CARICA PAPAYA, LINN.) TERHADAP PENURUNAN INDEKS GINGIVITIS PADA PEMAKAI ALAT ORTODONTIK CEKAT

ODONTO: Dental Journal, 2015
Background: Gingivitis is one of the serious periodontal infection desease and if there is no precise treatment it will cause the loss of tooth. Patient with fixed orthodontic appliance will be easier to be suffered by the gingivitis because the form of ...
Hafid Nur Arzanudin, Arlina Nurhapsari, Aning Susilowati   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Erbium laser‐assisted ceramic debonding: a scoping review

Journal of Prosthodontics, Volume 31, Issue 9, Page e100-e124, December 2022., 2022
Abstract Purpose Removal of ceramic restorations and appliances can be time consuming, invasive, and inconvenient. Erbium lasers offer an alternative noninvasive method for debonding of ceramic appliances. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive review of current literature on the effectiveness of erbium lasers for removal of ceramic restorations ...
Janina Golob Deeb, Kinga Grzech‐Leśniak, Erica R. Brody, Jacek Matys, Sompop Bencharit   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source