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THE READERS' CORNER
Volume 49 : Number 12 : Page 803 : Dec 2015
(Editor's Note: The Readers' Corner is a regular feature of JCO in which orthodontists share their experiences and opinions about treatment and practice management. Questions are sent periodically to JCO subscribers selected at random, and the responses are summarized here. This month's column is the first in a series revisiting past Readers' Corner topics to examine changes in the profession over the intervening years; in this case, the same questions on fees and retention appeared in the April and July 2004 issues, respectively.)
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THE READERS' CORNER
Volume 52 : Number 1 : Page 9 : Jan 2018
(Editor’s Note: The Readers’ Corner is a regular feature of JCO in which orthodontists share their experiences and opinions about treatment and practice management. Questions are sent periodically to ...
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Comparative Direct Dosimetry of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Using Reduced Basis Projections
Volume 52 : Number 3 : Page 173 : Mar 2018
Efforts to reduce patient dosage from CBCT have focused on reducing the field of view—an impractical approach for orthodontic imaging. This study from Drs. Mah and Danforth uses direct dosimetry to evaluate the effectiveness of an alternative approach: reducing exposure by performing a half scan instead of the traditional full scan.
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CASE REPORT
Comprehensive Treatment of Severe Cleft Lip and Palate
Volume 53 : Number 6 : Page 357 : Jun 2019
Drs. Ribeiro, Lurentt, Pary, and Suedam detail the treatment of an adult female who had undergone surgery for cleft lip and palate as a child, but had not received clinical care during craniofacial growth. Orthodontic expansion is followed by orthognathic surgery, bone grafting, and secondary plastic surgeries.
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A Tissue- and Boneborne Rapid Palatal Expander
Volume 54 : Number 4 : Page 230 : Apr 2020
Drs. Lupini, Retrouvey, Decesari, and Cozzani present a new Haas-inspired miniscrew-assisted maxillary expander for application in non-growing patients. Unlike toothborne devices, it provides an orthopedic component of force, using metal pads instead of acrylic to increase rigidity and avoid inflammation.
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THE READERS' CORNER
Volume 54 : Number 4 : Page 241 : Apr 2020
JCO readers discuss a wide range of orthodontic insurance issues, including patient coverage, preauthorization requirements, PPOs and HMOs, state regulations, and staff management. Individual comments address common frustrations and specific recommendations.
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THE READERS' CORNER
Volume 54 : Number 9 : Page 551 : Sep 2020
JCO readers are surveyed on their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics addressed include infection control, patient and family communication, equipment requirements, Paycheck Protection Program loans, staff retention, schedule management, and financial impact in terms of starts and income.
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An Interdisciplinary Approach to Treating Impacted Canines Associated with Gummy Smiles
Volume 54 : Number 11 : Page 680 : Nov 2020
Dr. Manzo and colleagues describe a digital smile design combining orthodontic treatment, periodontal surgery, and direct composite veneer restorations to resolve the esthetic impairment created by an impacted upper canine, disproportionate dental arches, and excessive gingival exposure.
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CASE REPORT
First Molar Extractions in a Patient with Marfan Syndrome
Volume 55 : Number 6 : Page 210601 : Jun 2021
This is the second in a series of case reports from the three finalists for the 2021 Eugene L. Gottlieb JCO Student of the Year Award. Dr. Sola Martin, from the University of Southern California, presents the treatment of an adolescent Marfan syndrome patient.
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CASE REPORT
Treatment of a Patient with a Missing Lower Incisor and Three Impacted Teeth
Volume 55 : Number 8 : Page 210801 : Aug 2021
This patient presented with a congenitally missing lower lateral incisor, an impacted upper canine, and two impacted lower premolars. A variety of orthodontic mechanics are used in conjunction with both conventional and skeletal anchorage to achieve successful results.
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External Cervical Resorption after Distraction of the Periodontal Ligament
Volume 55 : Number 10 : Page 634 : Oct 2021
Periodontal ligament distraction can promote rapid canine retraction after premolar extractions. Drs. Valladares-Neto, Evangelista, and Silva document a case of a 15-year-old male in whom pulp canal obliteration and external cervical resorption developed several years after such treatment.
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DIGITAL ORTHO LAB
Volume 57 : Number 3 : Page 149 : Mar 2023
Drs. Retrouvey, Sahak, Caron, and Kader report the results of a pilot study assessing patient response to a digitally designed, laser-sintered removable retainer. Design and fabrication are illustrated, and two cases involving orthodontic space opening and maintenance are presented.
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Noncompliance Treatment of Class II Patients Using a Modified Twin Block
Volume 57 : Number 3 : Page 156 : Mar 2023
Drs. Canova and Beretta describe a new version of the classic Twin Block, called the Twin Bonded Block, in which the four composite bite blocks are bonded to the deciduous teeth. Three mixed-dentition patients are shown as examples.
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Volume 57 : Number 7 : Page 418 : Jul 2023
In a retrospective study, Drs. Sharara and Bister evaluate the effectiveness of placing miniscrews on either side of the midpalatal suture, along with a double TPA on the first and second molars, to achieve molar intrusion in anterior open-bite cases.
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Introduction to LightForce Part 1: 3D-Printing the Next Generation of Fixed Appliances
Volume 57 : Number 9 : Page 500 : Sep 2023
Additive manufacturing represents the most recent evolution of CAD/CAM technology in orthodontics. Drs. Waldman, Moshiri, and Bonebreak-Jackson describe how LightForce 3D-printed polycrystalline alumina brackets and LightPlan cloud-based software enable fully customized treatment. A typical case is presented.
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Use of 3D Metrology Software to Analyze Aligner Treatment Outcomes after Lower-Incisor Extractions
Volume 57 : Number 12 : Page 747 : Dec 2023
Extraction of a single lower incisor and interproximal reduction can facilitate clear aligner treatment for the relief of severe crowding. Drs. Giulieri, Weir, and Freer use a 3D modeling program to assess the accuracy of such treatment, as compared with the predicted results.
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CASE REPORT
Volume 58 : Number 5 : Page 293 : May 2024
In this patient, the third molars are used instead of miniscrews to anchor orthodontic retraction using lingual appliances and Class III elastics. The lower third molars are first mesially sliced to create space for retraction, and eventually are extracted.
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CASE REPORT
Orthodontic Treatment of an Adult with a Severe Open Bite Produced by Occlusal Interferences
Volume 58 : Number 9 : Page 557 : Sep 2024
In severe anterior open-bite cases, a lack of contact between the upper and lower teeth can extend to the premolar and molar regions. Dr. Martino reports the orthodontic treatment of a 25-year-old male patient with a complex anterior open bite caused by significantly tilted lower molars.
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When Will You Be Ready To Retire?
Volume 32 : Number 2 : Page 91 : Feb 1998
The following article is reprinted by permission from The Blair/McGill Advisory, a monthly dental practice management and financial newsletter published by Blair, McGill & Company, 4601 Charlotte ...
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A New and Improved Indirect Bonding Technique
Volume 33 : Number 1 : Page 17 : Jan 1999
Most orthodontists will agree that brackets can be positioned more accurately on study casts than directly on teeth in the mouth. Yet as recently as 1996, fewer than 10% of orthodontists routinely use...
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