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Orthodontic Space Closure Using Simple Mechanics in Compromised First Molar Extraction Spaces: Case Series [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Indian Orthodontic Society, 2018
Orthodontic treatments involving missing or compromised first permanent molars are often challenging cases to treat considering the loss of potential anchor tooth. The case series presents orthodontic treatment in three patients with mutilated/absent first permanent molars.
Prashant M Dhole, Divya O Maheshwari
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Resident Satisfaction With Orthodontic Training: Evaluating Experiences and Program

open access: yesJournal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction The satisfaction of orthodontic residents with their training programs is a key indicator of program effectiveness and serves as an important guide for the improvement of educational and clinical training programs. This survey was conducted to evaluate the perceived satisfaction of orthodontic residents with the current training ...
Jason Nguyen   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparative anchorage maintenance between the intercanine coil, lip bumper, and mandibular cervical traction during cuspid retraction [PDF]

open access: yes, 1972
Thesis (M.Sc.D.)--Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry, 1972 (Orthodontics)Bibliography included.The present study was undertaken to compare the efficiency of three different biomechanical mechanisms in preserving mandibular molar anchorage ...
Iverson, Dennis B.
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An overview of selected orthodontic treatment need indices [PDF]

open access: yes, 2011
Orthodontics is a fast developing science as well as the field of medicine in general. The attempt of this book is to propose new possibilities and new ways of thinking about Orthodontics beside the ones presented in established and outstanding ...
Borzabadi-Farahani, Ali
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Effects of testosterone and high‐dose anabolic steroids on orthodontic‐induced bone remodeling and root resorption: An animal study

open access: yesJournal of Periodontology, EarlyView.
Abstract Background This study investigates the impact of disruptions in testosterone levels on bone remodeling, root resorption, and periodontal ligament (PDL) during orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) in a pubertal male rat model. Methods Testosterone deficiency was induced through orchiectomy, and the anabolic‐androgenic steroid (AAS, testosterone ...
Caio Luiz Bitencourt Reis   +11 more
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Effect of activation and preactivation on the mechanical behavior and neutral position of stainless steel and beta-titanium T-loops [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
Objective: To quantify, for each activation, the effect of preactivations of differing distribution and intensity on the neutral position of T-loops (7-mm height), specifically the horizontal force, moment to force (M/F) ratio, and load to deflection ...
Afonso Pinhão Ferreira   +31 more
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Effect of orthodontic space closure on dental pulp sensitivity. Prospective clinical trial

open access: yesOrthodontics & Craniofacial Research
AbstractBackgroundOrthodontic tooth movement (OTM) is a biological process that can influence the function of the pulp, including its innervation. The excitability of the nerve fibres of the pulp may be altered by forces exerted on the nerve fibres or by reduced blood flow to the pulp.
Aljaž Golež   +2 more
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Development of 4D printing and its performance testing methods

open access: yesResponsive Materials, EarlyView.
This paper reviews the molding methods of 4D printing and its applications in various fields, with emphasis on 4D printing performance testing methods. Abstract 4D printing is a cutting‐edge additive manufacturing technology that introduces the time dimension, allowing printed objects to have dynamic, changeable properties, functions or shapes ...
Guiwei Li   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Corticotomies as a surgical procedure to accelerate tooth movement during orthodontic treatment : a systematic review [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
One of the main aims of orthodontists is to reduce the treatment time as much as possible, particularly in view of the rise in demand for orthodontic treatment among adult patients. The objective of this systematic review was to examine the effectiveness
Almerich Silla, José Manuel   +5 more
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Chinese Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of Adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (2024)

open access: yesWorld Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common chronic disorder characterized by abnormal breathing during sleeping. OSA can damage various organs throughout the body and is burdensome, both socially and economically. Moreover, as OSA has been increasingly studied in recent years, new evidence‐based guidelines for its diagnosis and surgical ...
Working Group of Guideline for the Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of Adult OSA   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

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