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Retention preferences and protocols of Brazilian orthodontists: a cross-sectional study [PDF]
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the orthodontic retention protocols used by Brazilian orthodontists. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 693 orthodontists who answered a web-based questionnaire with 22 questions regarding the ...
Daniel Gonçalves MACHADO +7 more
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ABSTRACT Dental sleep medicine (DSM) is increasingly relevant to dental practice, yet its integration into dental education remains variable. Recent Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards, adopted in 2026 and effective July 1, 2028, include risk assessment for sleep apnea within predoctoral dental education, further highlighting the need ...
Mark Vaughan +3 more
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Orthodontic Retainers: A Contemporary Overview.
The aim of this article is to provide an insight into the various modalities of retention and types of appliance used in achieving this objective.Maintaining the orthodontically treated teeth in their corrected position is a challenging and ominous task since the inception of this specialty.
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Orthodontic-surgical therapy of retained upper canine
Introduction. Therapy of impacted teeth is undoubtedly one of the most intriguing issues for the experts in the field of dentistry. General dental practitioners, as well as specialists in the field of pediatric dentistry, periodontology, orthodontics and particularly oral and maxillofacial surgery have been facing this challenge throughout ...
Sinisa Mirkovic +4 more
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Usability of a deep learning platform for detecting radiographic bone loss and furcation involvement
Abstract Background Assessing radiographic bone condition is important for periodontal diagnosis. The accuracy of radiographic interpretation depends highly on a clinician's experience and knowledge. This study aimed to develop a deep learning‐based online platform that aids clinicians in diagnosing periodontitis based on periapical radiographs and to ...
Chun‐Teh Lee +9 more
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Patients’ self-assessment on orthodontic retainers – a qualitative research / Eunice Soh Xinwei [PDF]
At the end of orthodontic treatment, a retention regimen is used to prevent relapse. Orthodontic retainers can be removable or bonded to teeth. Patients’ satisfaction regarding orthodontic retainers affects their ability and willingness to comply with ...
Eunice, Soh Xinwei
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Protective Effects of Er:YAG Laser and PRG Pro‐Care Gel on Enamel Demineralization
ABSTRACT Objectives Bioactive surface pre‐reacted glass‐ionomer (S‐PRG) technology and high‐power laser irradiation have been investigated as promising preventive approaches. S‐PRG particles exhibit multifunctional bioactive glass properties, with the ability to release and recharge ions.
Joice Pequeno‐da‐Silva +3 more
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This study presents a scanning electron microscopy analysis of a failed PEEK retainer in an orthodontic patient. After 15 months of use, the patient reported a gap opening between teeth 41 and 42.
Piero Antonio Zecca +7 more
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Orthodontic Fixed retainers: a systematic review
Introduction: the objective of this study was to evaluate the periodontal effects of fixed retainers in the long term. Methods: a search in electronic databases (PubMed, Cochrane Library, Science Direct, Embase, ProQuest, Ebsco, Biomed Central, Medline, Lilacs, and Google Scholar) and a manual search with no language restrictions.
Wasserman, Isaac +4 more
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A complication with orthodontic fixed retainers: a case report
Fixed retainers are a popular method of maintaining incisor position following orthodontic treatment. This paper reviews the complications reported with fixed retainers and reports a case in which suspected activation in a multistrand bonded retainer ...
Hani Abudiak +4 more
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