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Volume 15 : Number 8 : Page 565 : Aug 1981
Toward the end of active treatment, there is frequently a need for additional maxillary anterior intrusion (bite opening), space closure, and torque. Typically, the mandibular arch is essentially comp...
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Modular 3D Lingual Appliances, Part 1: Quad Helix
Volume 17 : Number 11 : Page 761 : Nov 1983
Assorted lingual arches, molar hooks, cleats, and buttons have been used for support in labial arch therapy. With fixed appliances, to change these single purpose attachments required removal of attac...
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The Physiologic Rationale for Air-Rotor Stripping
Volume 31 : Number 9 : Page 609 : Sep 1997
Proximal stripping has been described in the literature for decades.1-4 Air-rotor stripping (ARS) was first described in 1985,5 and subsequent reports and encouraging clinical observations have contri...
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The Ray Set: A New Technique for Precise Indirect Bonding
Volume 36 : Number 11 : Page 648 : Nov 2002
The built-in corrections of the Straight-Wire Appliance* designed by Andrews1 were based on average tooth dimensions; they did not consider individual variations in tooth morphology, whether congenit...
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A New Lingual Straight-Wire Technique
Volume 44 : Number 2 : Page 0 : Feb 2010
To overcome several limitations of the lingual mushroom-arch technique introduced by Fujita in the 1970s,1,2 Takemoto and Scuzzo developed the lingual straight-wire (LSW) technique in 1995.3,4 Mushroo...
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The Herbst Appliance 32 Years after Treatment
Volume 49 : Number 7 : Page 442 : Jul 2015
The Herbst* appliance was reintroduced into modern orthodontics by Dr. Pancherz in 1979, after it had been more or less forgotten for almost half a century.1,2 Originally, the Herbst was banded only t...
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The Biocreative Strategy Part 2: The Tweemac Analysis
Volume 52 : Number 0 : Page 359 : Jun 2018
In the second part of their series, Drs. Kim, Ahn, Chung, and Nelson describe the measurements and clinical interpretation of the Biocreative diagnostic system. The Tweemac analysis allows simple yet effective evaluation of the patient’s dentofacial characteristics using a minimum number of landmarks.
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The Masticator Silent Period: Its Use in Diagnosis and Treatment of Dysfunctions
Volume 16 : Number 10 : Page 686 : Oct 1982
The EMG silent period in the muscles of mastication has been extensively researched during recent years and has been shown to be an indicator of muscle dysfunction or attempted adjustment.1-8 Bessette...
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Volume 31 : Number 8 : Page 503 : Aug 1997
The acid-etch technique introduced by Buonocore in 1955 dramatically altered the practice of orthodontics.1 Composite bonding adhesives, however, have disadvantages that include decalcification around...
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Improving Patient Comfort with Lingual Brackets
Volume 31 : Number 10 : Page 689 : Oct 1997
Even though lingual appliances are completely esthetic, their use remains limited--at least partly because practitioners are dubious of patients' ability to adapt to lingual brackets. I have been prac...
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Precise Direct Lingual Bonding with the KommonBase
Volume 47 : Number 1 : Page 42 : Jan 2013
Indirect-bonding techniques have been widely promoted in lingual orthodontics due to the difficulty of bracket placement. The Torque Angulation Reference Guide (TARG)* was designed to transfer bracket...
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Effective Vertical Control of the Entire Maxillary Arch with a Palatal TAD-Supported Appliance
Volume 54 : Number 10 : Page 620 : Oct 2020
Vertical control is especially important in patients with hyperdivergent growth patterns. Drs. Azami, Nanda, and Uribe demonstrate a method of intruding the entire maxillary dentition to encourage forward mandibular autorotation, using a versatile, custom-designed splint anchored by only two palatal miniscrews.
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Comparison of Three Options for Neuromuscular Deprogramming Treatment
Volume 56 : Number 1 : Page 20220101 : Jan 2022
In this randomized clinical trial, the effectiveness of a neuromuscular deprogramming appliance in treating TMD is evaluated using three common protocols: the appliance alone, the appliance with diode laser therapy, and the appliance with botulinum toxin injections.
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MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Ask Ann Marie: Motivating Staff
Volume 57 : Number 9 : Page 532 : Sep 2023
Dr. Gorczyca responds to a question on motivating staff members. Elements of Type I (intrinsic) and Type X (extrinsic) behavior are covered. The author also lists nine ways to inspire team motivation and seven strategies to boost your own motivation.
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CASE REPORT
Management of an Unerupted Canine Associated with a Central Giant Cell Granuloma
Volume 37 : Number 2 : Page 75 : Feb 2003
This case report describes the successful management of a central giant cell granuloma (CGCG) and an associated displacement of a maxillary canine. Surgical Treatment A 12-year-old female initially pr...
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THE EDITOR'S CORNER
Making a Case for Early Orthognathic Surgery
Volume 44 : Number 11 : Page 641 : Nov 2010
The overall benefits of orthodontic therapy for adolescent patients are well documented. Establishing a physiologic occlusion prior to full facial development allows symmetrical, harmonious growth of ...
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Volume 36 : Number 1 : Page 11 : Jan 2002
This series will offer an easier approach to the control of molar position without requiring an in-depth knowledge of various wire-bracket relationships, which may result in difficult-to-recognize for...
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Volume 2 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1968
Thermofax billingQ I have wanted to use the Thermofax copying machine system for billing. I have heard it criticized as being too business-like and also that it does not look too good. What do you thi...
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Miniscrew Treatment of Ectopic Mandibular Molars
Volume 7 : Number 7 : Page 380 : Jul 2003
This article describes our experience with miniscrews in the treatment of ectopic lower second molars. Screw Selection and Placement The miniscrews* we use for orthodontic anchorage are made of pure m...
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Survey of Sterilization and Disinfection Procedures
Volume 20 : Number 11 : Page 0 : Nov 1986
Recent dental literature abounds with recommendations for sterilization and disinfection.1-7 The increased concern about prevention of cross-infection probably stems in large part from reports of AIDS...
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