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781.
The New Cephalometrics: The Muzj Fronto-Facial Analysis, Part I
Volume 5 : Number 2 : Page 84 : Feb 1971
This article is adapted from the forthcoming book, Oro-Facial Anthropometrics, by Professor Edmondo Muzj. All illustrations are from the book. Cephalometrics can offer the orthodontist immeasurable ai...
782.
Concept and Commentary: Retention
Volume 8 : Number 3 : Page 167 : Mar 1974
I do not like any removable lower retainer. They are not effective and patients lose them. I routinely use a lower 3-3. At the time of band removal, I simply take a ligature cutter and remove the arch...
783.
A Reliable Method for Direct Bonding of Metal Brackets
Volume 8 : Number 9 : Page 512 : Sep 1974
We believe the trend in orthodontics is definitely towards bonding brackets directly to teeth. Our office has searched through the materials and methods that have recently been made available and we h...
784.
Understanding Patients as Consumers
Volume 18 : Number 11 : Page 817 : Nov 1984
Today's orthodontic practices must be concerned with a variety of issues that are distinct from professional knowledge and competence. The increasing competitiveness in the field makes it important to...
785.
JCO Interviews Dr. Weldon E. Bell on TMJ Function and Dysfunction
Volume 18 : Number 12 : Page 877 : Dec 1984
DR. WHITE Have you been surprised by the recent interest in the TMJ?DR. BELL Not really. The surprising thing to me is that the profession has been so slow to pick up a thing of such importance. Befor...
786.
JCO Interviews Dr. Bjorn Zachrisson on Excellence in Finishing, Part 1
Volume 20 : Number 7 : Page 0 : Jul 1986
DR. GOTTLIEB Bjorn, excellence in finishing cases is one of the most crucial aspects of orthodontic treatment. What are your goals in finishing? DR. ZACHRISSON I have individualized treatment goals fo...
787.
Bass Orthopedic Appliance System, Part 2: Diagnosis and Appliance Prescription
Volume 21 : Number 5 : Page 0 : May 1987
Part 1 in this series described the design and construction of the Bass orthopedic appliance system.1 This part considers the diagnosis of the skeletal Class II case, with particular emphasis on esthe...
788.
Cephalometric Evaluation of Bioprogressive Therapy in the Treatment of Overbite
Volume 23 : Number 11 : Page 0 : Nov 1989
The reduction of anterior overbite, usually carried out in the initial stages of orthodontic treatment, can be achieved by methods involving intrusion of the incisors, extrusion of the posterior segme...
789.
Third-Generation Mandibular Bonded Lingual 3-3 Retainer
Volume 29 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1995
Since their introduction in 1977,1 direct-bonded lingual 3-3 retainers have been used to improve the long-term stability of orthodontic treatment results. Because of technological improvements, the de...
790.
Volume 30 : Number 8 : Page 428 : Aug 1996
Preformed molar bands have been used by orthodontists for nearly half a century. Early stainless steel bands were anatomically crude and difficult to adapt to the teeth without creating cement lines. ...
791.
1996 JCO Study of Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Procedures, Part 1: Results and Trends
Volume 30 : Number 11 : Page 615 : Nov 1996
Results of the third JCO Study of Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Procedures will be presented here and in the next two issues of JCO. It has been six years since the last Study, and 10 years sinc...
792.
Effect of Tacking Time on Bond Strength of Light-Cured Adhesives
Volume 31 : Number 7 : Page 449 : Jul 1997
Visible-light-cured adhesives have become increasingly popular among orthodontists. The unlimited working time of these adhesives allows the clinician to position the bracket as desired until initiati...
793.
Time: A New Orthodontic Philosophy
Volume 32 : Number 1 : Page 44 : Jan 1998
Although the SPEED* bracket was introduced by Hanson in 1980,1,2 interest in "self-ligating" bracket systems has only recently reached a peak.3-12 Another early bracket, the Mobil-lock**, works effect...
794.
Asymmetric Application of the Jasper Jumper in the Correction of Midline Discrepancies
Volume 32 : Number 3 : Page 170 : Mar 1998
Significant midline discrepancies, often due to anchorage loss, must sometimes be corrected during the last phase of orthodontic treatment. Although asymmetrical intermaxillary elastics are the most p...
795.
The Hygienic Rapid Palatal Expander
Volume 32 : Number 9 : Page 562 : Sep 1998
Jackscrews have been used to open the midpalatal suture since 1860,1 but only since the 1950s has the procedure found widespread acceptance. The Haas-type rapid palatal expander, with a midline jacksc...
796.
THE READERS' CORNER
Practice Promotion Methods and Orthopedic Appliances
Volume 33 : Number 7 : Page 389 : Jul 1999
Please rate the effectiveness of various methods you have tried to increase the appeal of your practice and to distinguish it from others (effective, somewhat effective, or ineffective). Saturday, e...
797.
THE READERS' CORNER
Mounting Models and Practice Management Software
Volume 35 : Number 7 : Page 423 : Jul 2001
Do you mount models? About a quarter of the respondents reported that they routinely mounted models, while 44% said they mounted models occasionally. On the other hand, 35% indicated that they never m...
798.
THE READERS' CORNER
Tooth-Whitening and Incisor Positioning
Volume 37 : Number 10 : Page 541 : Oct 2003
Do you use any tooth-whitening procedures in-office? Describe the product and method of application. The majority of respondents did not use any in-office tooth-whitening procedures, but did advise th...
799.
THE READERS' CORNER
Class II, Division 1 and 2 & Digital Record-Keeping
Volume 40 : Number 11 : Page 0 : Nov 2006
1. How do you treat a Class II, division 1 malocclusion with a retrusive mandible at age 9, at age 18, at age 27, or at age 60? Age 9: The vast majority of respondents indicated that the focus of thei...
800.
Simultaneous Reduction in Vertical Dimension and Gummy Smile Using Miniscrew Anchorage
Volume 44 : Number 3 : Page 157 : Mar 2010
Controlling the vertical dimension in adults with long-face syndrome has always been a clinical challenge.1-8 Although a combination of orthodontics with orthognathic surgery may be the ideal approach...
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