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CASE REPORT
Mandibular Molar Protraction with the Twin Force Bite Corrector in a Class II Patient
Volume 45 : Number 4 : Page 223 : Apr 2011
Nonextraction approaches to Class II treatment involve either distalization of the maxillary dentition or the use of functional appliances or elastics to achieve a Class I occlusion.1,2 Extraction of ...
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CASE REPORT
Rotation of the Maxillomandibular Complex to Enhance Esthetics Using a "Surgery First" Approach
Volume 46 : Number 2 : Page 85 : Feb 2012
Most Class III patients display a combination of maxillary deficiency and mandibular excess.1 In adult patients, treatment of a skeletal Class III malocclusion generally involves comprehensive orthodo...
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Upper-Incisor Root Control with Invisalign Appliances
Volume 47 : Number 6 : Page 346 : Jun 2013
In defining the ideal orthodontic appliance, Proffit wrote that it "must meet certain basic design criteria: it (1) should not interfere with function; (2) should cause no harm to the oral tissues or ...
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Consequences of Poor Oral Hygiene During Clear Aligner Therapy
Volume 47 : Number 8 : Page 494 : Aug 2013
While the use of clear aligners has become increasingly common in orthodontic therapy, information regarding decalcification or caries in patients undergoing aligner therapy has not been widely dissem...
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Miniscrew Anchorage for the Correction of Midline Discrepancies
Volume 48 : Number 3 : Page 169 : Mar 2014
Midline discrepancies are commonly associated with various types of malocclusion and, from the patients' perspective, are the most obvious of all occlusal asymmetries.1 Interarch elastics and asymmetr...
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CASE REPORT
Volume 51 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 2017
Congenitally missing upper lateral incisors are among the most common tooth-agenesis abnormalities.1 Treatment options generally involve space opening for implants or fixed bridges2,3 or space closure...
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Correction of Anterior Bolton Discrepancy and Crowding in Patients with Missing Lower Incisors
Volume 53 : Number 1 : Page 9 : Jan 2019
In an adult patient with lower anterior crowding and agenesis of one lower central incisor, extraction of the remaining incisor may offer better long-term stability than conventional lower premolar extractions. Dr. Antelo and colleagues present such a case.
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CASE REPORT
Volume 53 : Number 3 : Page 171 : Mar 2019
This patient illustrates the integration of the Insignia custom self-ligating bracket system with 3D virtual surgical planning and digitally manufactured surgical splints in a “surgery first” approach that can dramatically reduce overall treatment time.
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CASE REPORT
Miniscrew-Supported Fixed-Functional Appliance Therapy in a Skeletal Class II Patient
Volume 53 : Number 11 : Page 671 : Nov 2019
An adolescent patient’s Class II, division 1 malocclusion with a mild skeletal component is corrected with Forsus Fatigue Resistant Devices, anchored by bilateral miniscrews between the lower second premolars and first molars. An improved anteroposterior skeletal relationship is demonstrated.
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CASE REPORT
An Effective Approach to Correcting Anterior Crossbite in a Class III Patient
Volume 54 : Number 11 : Page 705 : Nov 2020
When early treatment is impossible, permanent teeth can be moved to compensate for a skeletal Class III discrepancy and anterior crossbite. The authors demonstrate the use of a 2 × 4 appliance and acrylic biteplane to correct a late-diagnosed skeletal Class III malocclusion.
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CASE REPORT
Volume 55 : Number 10 : Page 20211001 : Oct 2021
An asymmetrical Class II subdivision can be treated with a variety of methods. In the case shown here, an adult patient’s malocclusion was corrected using a combination of the Forsus fixed functional appliance and maxillary mini-implant anchorage.
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CASE REPORT
Class II Correction with Carriere Motion 3D Appliance and Clear Aligner Therapy
Volume 56 : Number 3 : Page 187 : Mar 2022
The Carriere Motion 3D can be used to establish a Class I dental relationship before proceeding with full orthodontic treatment. This Class II case was completed with only four months of the Carriere Motion and intermaxillary elastics, followed by eight months of clear aligners.
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A Three-Stage Approach for Managing Impacted Maxillary Incisors in the Mixed Dentition
Volume 56 : Number 6 : Page 334 : Jun 2022
Drs. Greco, Pacifico, and Rombolà demonstrate a technique for recovering impacted incisors in early orthodontic treatment. Rapid maxillary expansion is followed by placement of a palatal arch for de-impaction and a fixed sectional appliance for refinement of the incisor positions.
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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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Bimler Therapy, Part 2: Bimler Appliance
Volume 19 : Number 12 : Page 880 : Dec 1985
There are three basic Bimler appliances, based on the incisor relationship (Fig. 1): The A appliance corrects protrusive incisors in Class II, division 1 cases. The upper labial arch and lower labioli...
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Volume 53 : Number 2 : Page 84 : Feb 2019
Drs. Jerrold, Schulte, and Isaacs Henry review the advantages and disadvantages of photographs compared with study models in routine clinical evaluation. Five cases are judged by 13 qualified examiners to determine the reliability of measurements taken from photos.
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Dental Insurance: Orthodontic, Part I
Volume 5 : Number 1 : Page 38 : Jan 1971
Q: Our purpose is to find out something about prepayment dental health care programs, especially as they relate to orthodontics. Suppose we begin by introducing you men on the panel. Mr. Charles E. Dr...
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Third Molars and Orthodontic Diagnosis
Volume 10 : Number 4 : Page 272 : Apr 1976
The mandibular third molar is different things to different people. To the patient it constitutes a fear of a painful operation in the late teens. According to Bjork, approximately 45% of the populati...
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Direct Bonding Metal Brackets with the Concise Enamel Bond System
Volume 11 : Number 7 : Page 473 : Jul 1977
Adhesive SystemConcise is a composite resin widely used for Class III, IV and V restorations, crown buildups, etc. both by itself and, increasingly, in conjunction with the acid etch technique and Ena...
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Effective Marketing for Orthodontists
Volume 21 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1987
The fee-for-service, solo orthodontist is one of the last professional entrepreneurs of this century. Such an orthodontist is practicing today in a dynamic and often hostile environment. The average a...
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