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Orthodontics is temporomandibular disorder-neutral

Angle Orthod. 2016 Jul;86(4):649-54. doi: 10.2319/051015-318.1. Epub 2015 Oct 29. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: To assess if subjects with a clinical diagnosis of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) have a similar prevalence of orthodontic history as a population of TMD-free individuals and to assess if those subjects who have a history of ideal orthodontics have fewer symptoms than those…

From Planning to Delivery of a Bone-Borne Rapid Maxillary Expander in One Visit

J Clin Orthod. 2017 Apr;51(4):198-207. NO ABSTRACT PMID:28652504

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Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2017 Feb;151(2):237-238. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.11.013. NO ABSTRACT PMID:28153147 | DOI:10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.11.013

Dental Angle class asymmetry and temporomandibular disorders

J Orofac Orthop. 2017 May;78(3):253-258. doi: 10.1007/s00056-016-0079-4. Epub 2017 Jan 13. ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to determine whether there is an association between the presence of asymmetric molar or canine Angle classes on the two sides and the presence of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Participants to the study…

Nonextraction Treatment of an Open Bite with a Preadjusted Lingual Appliance and Intermaxillary Elastics

J Clin Orthod. 2016 Oct;50(10):623-633. NO ABSTRACT PMID:27888656

Adverse effects of lingual and buccal orthodontic techniques

Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2016 Nov;150(5):723. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.07.013. NO ABSTRACT PMID:27871693 | DOI:10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.07.013

Evaluation of the stiffness characteristics of rapid palatal expander screws

Prog Orthod. 2016 Dec;17(1):36. doi: 10.1186/s40510-016-0151-z. Epub 2016 Nov 28. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The aim of this study is to evaluate the mechanical properties of the screws used for rapid expansion of the upper jaw. METHODS: Ten types of expansion screw were assessed, seven with four arms: Lancer Philosophy 1, Dentaurum Hyrax Click Medium, Forestadent Anatomic…

Systematic review for orthodontic and orthopedic treatments for anterior open bite in the mixed dentition

Prog Orthod. 2016 Dec;17(1):28. doi: 10.1186/s40510-016-0142-0. Epub 2016 Sep 19. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The treatment options for the early treatment of anterior open bite are still controversial. The aim of this study was to evaluate the actual available evidence on treatments of anterior open bite in the mixed dentition in order to assess the effectiveness of…

Stiffness comparison of mushroom and straight SS and TMA lingual archwires

Prog Orthod. 2016 Dec;17(1):27. doi: 10.1186/s40510-016-0140-2. Epub 2016 Sep 12. ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The aim of this study is to investigate the relative stiffness of straight and mushroom lingual archwires of different diameters, cross sections and alloys, plotting their load/deflection graphs and using a modified three-point bending test. METHODS: Fujita’s mushroom archwires and straight lingual archwires…

Esthetic evaluation of implants vs canine substitution in patients with congenitally missing maxillary lateral incisors: Are there any new insights?

Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2016 Sep;150(3):416-24. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.02.025. ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: The aims of the study were to determine how a panel of orthodontists, dentists, and laypersons rated the esthetic appeal of dentitions after orthodontic space closure by canine substitution compared with space opening and replacement of missing maxillary lateral incisors by implant-borne crowns and…