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CASE REPORT
Volume 55 : Number 5 : Page 210501 : May 2021
This is the first in an online series of case reports from the three finalists for the 2021 JCO Student of the Year Award. Dr. Gross describes her successful treatment of an anterior open bite with dental protrusion and severe crowding.
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ALIGNER CORNER
Integration of In-House Aligner Therapy in Private Practice
Volume 55 : Number 8 : Page 450 : Aug 2021
Dr. Matt Nisco, an early adopter of in-house aligners, presents a protocol for integrating such a system into an orthodontic office, including the required equipment, software, and staffing as well as procedures for long-distance care. Two typical aligner cases are offered as examples.
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CASE REPORT
Nonsurgical Treatment of a Surgically Prepared Skeletal Class III Patient Using Skeletal Anchorage
Volume 55 : Number 9 : Page 20210901 : Sep 2021
The introduction of skeletal anchorage has made orthodontic camouflage a more viable option in mild to moderate skeletal Class III cases. Here, a nonextraction camouflage plan is adopted after the patient refuses orthognathic surgery during presurgical leveling and alignment.
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CASE REPORT
Volume 56 : Number 1 : Page 49 : Jan 2022
This adult Class III patient with moderate-to-severe OSA was unable to tolerate continuous positive airway pressure. The authors show how his situation was resolved with maxillary and mandibular osteotomies, followed by clear aligner therapy with miniscrews for attachment of elastics.
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Unilateral Upper Central Incisor Space Closure Using Palatal Mini-Implants
Volume 56 : Number 2 : Page 77 : Feb 2022
Drs. Alobeid, Korkis, Popat, and El-Bialy demonstrate the potential of asymmetrical space closure for replacement of a missing central incisor with the adjacent lateral incisor, using temporary anchorage devices for maximum anchorage. The importance of interdisciplinary cooperation is emphasized.
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A Digitally Planned Tandem Skeletal Expander and Hybrid Aligner Approach
Volume 57 : Number 1 : Page 32 : Jan 2023
This article describes a two-phase approach for treatment of transverse maxillary deficiency in adult patients, involving an initial stage of maxillary expansion with the Tandem Skeletal Expander followed by an orthodontic stage using clear aligner therapy. A typical case is presented.
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ALIGNER CORNER
Clear Aligner Therapy in Children: Case Reports of Phase I Treatment
Volume 57 : Number 2 : Page 87 : Feb 2023
Dr. Buonocore reviews the application of the Invisalign First protocol in three mixed-dentition patients. Two cases involve the addition of posterior attachments to control the vertical dimension. One patient requires myofunctional therapy, and two cases utilize the mandibular-advancement feature.
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Introduction to LightForce Part 2: Treatment Planning and Clinical Management
Volume 57 : Number 10 : Page 594 : Oct 2023
Part 1 in this series of articles by Drs. Waldman and Bonebreak-Jackson reviewed the unique features of the LightForce 3D-printed fixed appliance system. Part 2 breaks down the key factors involved in treatment planning and clinical management, using typical case examples.
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CASE REPORT
Volume 58 : Number 5 : Page 20240501 : May 2024
This complex case with multiple missing teeth is successfully treated using a K-9 extrusion spring for the impacted canine, helical springs to upright the lower second molars, and finally prosthetic crowns for the hypoplastic premolars.
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Independent Canine Retraction Using T-Loop Springs
Volume 58 : Number 6 : Page 335 : Jun 2024
Dr. Sylvain Chamberland describes the biomechanics of using segmental, mushroom-shaped TMA T-loop springs to retract and extrude ectopic canines independently with differential moments. Two sample cases are shown, involving a 12-year-old male and a 21-year-old female.
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Biomechanics of Severe Open-Bite Treatment with Temporary Anchorage Devices
Volume 58 : Number 11 : Page 670 : Nov 2024
In this article, Drs. Azami, Bashir, Schiro, and Uribe outline the biomechanics involved in correcting a severe open bite and describe the design of a TAD-supported palatal appliance that uses hooks for precise, multidirectional force application.
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Cantilever Arms for Traction of Bilateral Impacted Lower Canines in the Mixed Dentition
Volume 58 : Number 12 : Page 762 : Dec 2024
Drs. Coelho Lorenzoni, Mota-Júnior, Vieira Faria, and Mattos review key considerations for diagnosing and managing impacted lower canines in the mixed dentition and demonstrate these principles in a case involving the use of cantilever arms.
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Esthetic Factors Involved in Anterior Tooth Display and the Smile: Vertical Dimension
Volume 32 : Number 7 : Page 432 : Jul 1998
Several mistakes are commonly made during orthodontic treatment of both routine and difficult cases, especially when it comes to the patient's display of the dentition in rest position, normal convers...
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The Damon Low-Friction Bracket: A Biologically Compatible Straight-Wire System
Volume 32 : Number 11 : Page 670 : Nov 1998
For many years, orthodontists have ligated brackets with wire or elastomeric ties. Much of our treatment planning and mechanics have been dictated by a mechanical system incorporating significant amou...
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Ideal Appliance Placement with APC Brackets and Indirect Bonding
Volume 33 : Number 9 : Page 516 : Sep 1999
Today's orthodontic appliances are engineered to minuscule tolerances, with tip, torque, and rotation measured in increments of single degrees, using powerful technical equipment and computer-aided de...
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The Mushroom Bracket Positioner
Volume 36 : Number 6 : Page 320 : Jun 2002
Although recent developments in bracket systems and more flexible wires have eliminated many of the problems associated with the early stages of lingual orthodontics,1-6 it is still difficult to achie...
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Differential Movement Analysis, Part II
Volume 4 : Number 6 : Page 311 : Jun 1970
The Analysis is designed to fill a severe orthodontic void by acting as a vehicle which can enable the operator to decide whether or not to extract teeth, how much each anchor molar will be required t...
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Begg Auxiliaries: An Evaluation and Clinical Application
Volume 6 : Number 3 : Page 133 : Mar 1972
Introduction Since the introduction of the "light wire technic," by Dr. Begg in 1956, this seemingly simplistic treatment approach has been criticized and analyzed and innovated beyond recognition. Th...
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Volume 6 : Number 11 : Page 643 : Nov 1972
What to do if the bite won't open? Q What do you do in a deep overbite case if the bite just won't open?A If you are using a full-banded technique with archwires with some reverse curve or tip-back be...
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Realignment of Incisors with Vacuum-Formed Appliances
Volume 8 : Number 5 : Page 277 : May 1974
This is a technique for reproximating and repositioning upper and lower incisor teeth which are in slight malalignment, through the use of vacuum-formed plastic appliances. Reproximation If the irregu...
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