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Correction of Single-Tooth Rotations with Rotating Springs
Volume 34 : Number 11 : Page 656 : Nov 2000
Rotations often cause difficulty in finishing fixed orthodontic treatment. Although rotating springs1 are commonly used in the Begg2-5 and Tip-Edge*6 techniques, most preadjusted and standard edgewis...
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CLINICAL AID
An Easy-to-Tie Elastomeric Module
Volume 35 : Number 10 : Page 641 : Oct 2001
Elastomeric modules have been a common part of orthodontic practice for more than 30 years, since their introduction by Drs. Klein and Anderson in 1967*. The modules have remained basically unchange...
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Philippe Self-Ligating Lingual Brackets
Volume 36 : Number 1 : Page 42 : Jan 2002
In lingual orthodontics, 1st- and 3rd-order tooth movements are more complicated due to the variability of the lingual tooth anatomy. Torque control is also more difficult because of the reduced inter...
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TECHNIQUE CLINIC
Surebonding Indirect Lingual Retainers
Volume 36 : Number 1 : Page 49 : Jan 2002
Over the years, we have tried both direct and indirect bonding of lingual retainers. We have finally developed a simple and predictable indirect procedure, based on the techniques of White1 and Sondhi...
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An Acrylic Transfer Tray for Direct-Bonded Lingual Retainers
Volume 38 : Number 10 : Page 551 : Oct 2004
Many orthodontists use 3-3 or 4-4 bonded lingual retainers for optimal functional and esthetic retention of the anterior teeth.1-4 One problem with these retainers, however, has been the accuracy of p...
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The Suzuki Reef Knot for Attaching Closed-Coil Springs to Miniscrew Heads
Volume 41 : Number 3 : Page 0 : Mar 2007
Miniscrew implants can provide skeletal anchorage for relatively simple force-delivery systems, using either elastomeric chains or nickel titanium closed-coil springs.1-8 Although elastomeric chains a...
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JCO Interviews DR. BJORN ZACHRISSON on Excellence in Finishing, Part 2
Volume 20 : Number 8 : Page 0 : Aug 1986
(Continued from July 1986 issue) DR. GOTTLIEB What is your typical retention regimen? DR. ZACHRISSON I use two types of removable retainers and two types of bonded retainers(Fig. 17). In atypical Clas...
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Rapid Expansion of the Maxillary Arch, Part I
Volume 2 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1968
Rapid expansion of the maxillary arch leading to opening of the mid-palatal suture is by no means a new method of orthodontic treatment. Probably Angell (1860) first described rapid expansion of the m...
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A Preformed Light Wire Torquing Auxiliary
Volume 2 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1968
Stage III is the demanding phase of the Begg treatment, and any time-saving device that can increase appliance efficiency and decrease appointment time is generally welcomed by the busy orthodontist. ...
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Volume 3 : Number 7 : Page 370 : Jul 1969
A "clean and check" procedure in the practice of orthodontics is the routine removal and replacement of orthodontic bands at scheduled intervals during treatment. Between band removal and replacement,...
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Volume 20 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1986
Correct incisor position is generally acknowledged to be the key to successful orthodontic treatment, and many rules have been developed to position incisors. Mean values of the long axis of the inci...
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Clinical Interpretation of Diagnostic Block Cephalometric Analysis
Volume 20 : Number 10 : Page 0 : Oct 1986
I have organized a number of cephalometric factors into six descriptive fields: maxillary skeletal, maxillary dental, mandibular dental, mandibular skeletal, vertical, and soft tissue. To keep a balan...
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Arthroscopic Surgical TMJ Treatment: Case Report
Volume 21 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1987
A 71-year-old female presented to her general dentist for routine treatment. When the hygienist tried to take a periapical x-ray on the left side, the patient's jaw clicked and she had severe pain. Th...
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The Effect of Silane Coupling Agents on the Bond Strength of a Polycrystalline Ceramic Bracket
Volume 22 : Number 12 : Page 0 : Dec 1988
Although the size, shape, prescription, and bulk of metal and synthetic sapphire (ceramic) brackets are similar, there is an important difference that can affect bond strength: the process required to...
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Effects of Activator Treatment on Class II, Division 1 Malocclusion
Volume 23 : Number 8 : Page 0 : Aug 1989
This study was undertaken to evaluate the effects of activator treatment on a group of Class II, division 1 patients with skeletal mandibular retrusion. Materials and Methods Nine boy and six girl pat...
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Modified Lingual Lever Arm Technique
Volume 27 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1993
The adaptability of the periodontal tissue to orthodontic forces declines with age.1 Therefore, any adult patient should undergo periodontal examination prior to and during orthodontic treatment, and ...
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CASE REPORT
Combined Fixed-Functional Class II Treatment
Volume 28 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1994
Class II, division 1 and 2 cases often involve both dental and skeletal problems. Functional appliances have been shown to produce beneficial effects in growing patients with Class II malocclusions, b...
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Volume 29 : Number 12 : Page 0 : Dec 1995
The Edgewise Herbst Appliance is designed to minimize certain limitations inherent in the Herbst design and to incorporate edgewise brackets and mechanics in the correction of Class II malocclusions. ...
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A Quick Fix for Pseudo-Class III Correction
Volume 42 : Number 12 : Page 0 : Dec 2008
Pseudo-Class III malocclusion is usually diagnosed in a patient with an anterior functional shift of the mandible resulting from lingually inclined maxillary incisors.1,2 When the mandible is manipula...
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The AccuBond System for Indirect Orthodontic Bonding
Volume 43 : Number 9 : Page 0 : Sep 2009
Precise, individualized bracket placement is critical in orthodontic treatment. In one study, patients who required bracket repositioning averaged 5.5 more months of treatment and 3.7 more visits comp...
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