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Comparison of Streptococcus mutans Adhesion with Different Concentrations in Artificial Saliva to Fixed Orthodontic Materials in Laboratory Conditions

Biomedical and Biotechnology Research Journal
Background: Biofilm accumulation is a common complication of orthodontic treatment, occurring in approximately 60% of patients. The irregular surfaces of orthodontic appliances (archwires, brackets, and braces) create retention areas that hinder ...
Leila Mohammadpour Belvirdy, Ahmad Sheibaninia, Shadab Safarzadeh Khosroshahi, Seyyed Khalil Shokouhi Mostafavi, Mohammad Javad Kharazi Fard   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

An Examination of Bacterial Colonisation on Nickel-Titanium Arch-wires with Different Surface Properties [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2019
Introduction: Microbial dental plaque accumulation during fixed orthodontic treatment, leads to iatrogenic decalcification of the enamel and to development of the white spot lesions.
Selcan Hasipek, Neslihan Ebru Şenişik, Emel Sesli Çetin   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Evaluation of Sensibility Threshold of Dental Pulp to Electric Pulp Test (EPT) in the Teeth under Fixed Orthodontic Treatment with 0.014 and 0.012 Initial NiTi Archwire [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2019
Introduction: The health and integrity of the dental pulp following orthodontic therapy is of major importance for tooth survival. EPT is a conventional method for evaluation of pulp vitality.
Elham Khoshbin, Sepideh SohEilifar, Zakiyeh Donyavi, Nazanin Shahsavand   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Miniscrew‐Supported Palatal Expansion in Adults: A Clinical Case Report

Case Reports in Dentistry, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
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 ...
Enrique Miranda-Astocondor, Franz Tito Coronel-Zubiate, Betsy Quispe-Quispe, Ruben Aguirre-Ipenza, Antonio Diaz-Caballero, Hannah Wesley   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessment of Pain, Anxiety, and Cortisol Levels During the Initial Aligning Phase of Fixed Orthodontic Treatment

Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, 2019
Objective:We assessed pain and anxiety using psychological testing instruments (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children, visual analog scale) and a physiological testing instrument (salivary cortisol hormone level) after the insertion of orthodontic ...
Alev Aksoy, Mine Geçgelen Cesur, Birsen Harun Dağdeviren, Yasemin Alpağan Özkaynak, Gizem Karacin, Fatih Gültekin   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

The load/deflection characteristics of thermally activated orthodontic archwires [PDF]

The European Journal of Orthodontics, 2003
The objective of the study was to investigate the load/deflection characteristics of three commercially available thermally active nickel-titanium orthodontic archwires using a standard nickel-titanium archwire as a control. The thermally active wires were Regency Thermal, Orthoform, and Eurotherm and the control was Memory.
Farnaz, Parvizi, W P, Rock
openaire   +2 more sources

Heroic Saves in Endodontics: Management of Advanced External Cervical Resorption With Intentional Replantation: A Review and Report of Two Cases

Case Reports in Dentistry, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
External cervical resorption (ECR) is a complex and aggressive form of root resorption that poses significant challenges in clinical management. This case report describes two cases of advanced ECR treated with intentional replantation (IR), highlighting its efficacy as a viable treatment option for preservation of compromised teeth.
Mohsen Aminsobhani, Pegah Sarraf, Mehrfam Khoshkhounejad, Maryam Babaahmadi, Tommaso Lombardi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nickel Release and the Viability of Streptococcus mutans Corresponding to Low Risk of Dental Caries in Artificial Saliva Containing Orthodontic Appliances: In Vitro Study

Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, 2022
Objective: The aims of this study were to determine the effect of different levels of Streptococcus mutans that correspond to a low risk of dental caries on nickel release and to determine the viability of S.
Serap Titiz, Zalike Keskin Erdoğan, Elif Esin Hames Tuna, Aynur Aras   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Friction resistance between edgewise brackets and archwires

Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 1991
This study quantified the dynamic frictional force encountered when TMA, Orthonol and multistranded stainless steel archwires were pulled a distance of 2mm through ceramic and stainless steel brackets. The current literature is inadequate and incomplete,
Ho Kuat Shiun, West Victor C.
doaj   +1 more source

Patient-Reported Pain During Initial Leveling with Three Types of Nickel–Titanium Orthodontic Archwires: A Single-Blinded Comparative Study

Applied Sciences
Background: Patient discomfort during the initial phase of orthodontic treatment is a common concern and may influence compliance. Archwire selection plays a critical role in modulating pain perception.
Mirela Georgieva, Laura Andreeva, Valeri Petrov   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source