Search Results For: 'orthodontics'
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A New Mechanism for Retracting Anterior Teeth with No Loss of Anchorage
Volume 8 : Number 7 : Page 408 : Jul 1974
The Levis Retraction Assembly consists of a face-bow and a specially designed retraction arch to retract anterior teeth by means of occipital anchorage exclusively. The Retraction Arch The retraction ...
2642.
CASE REPORT
Full-Arch Open Bite Resulting from Second-Molar Overeruption During Clear Aligner Treatment
Volume 58 : Number 1 : Page 59 : Jan 2024
A 12-year-old patient misunderstands her aligner instructions, leading to supraeruption of the second molars and development of a posterior open bite between appointments. The issue is solved by prescribing a new set of aligners with reinforced plastic on the second molars’ occlusal surfaces.
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Force-Amplified Retention for Corrected Anterior Open Bites
Volume 31 : Number 12 : Page 817 : Dec 1997
Anterior open bites can be closed effectively with orthodontic treatment, orthognathic surgery, magnets, growth-alteration devices, or combinations of these techniques.1-4 Keeping them closed is anoth...
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Use of Tip-Edge Brackets in Patients with Repaired Alveolar Clefts
Volume 32 : Number 2 : Page 84 : Feb 1998
Patients with repaired alveolar clefts can be difficult to treat orthodontically. Autogenous alveolar bone grafting of the residual cleft defect generally provides the best conditions for successful o...
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Correction of Adult Incisor Crowding with a New Removable Appliance
Volume 32 : Number 2 : Page 111 : Feb 1998
Incisor crowding seems to be an inevitable part of the aging process, with or without prior orthodontic treatment.1-3 Although about 70% of the U.S. population have some degree of tooth irregularity, ...
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CASE REPORT
Treatment of an Impacted and Inverted Upper Premolar
Volume 51 : Number 3 : Page 173 : Mar 2017
The upper and lower third molars and upper canines are the most commonly impacted teeth in the permanent dentition. Impaction can be horizontal, vertical, mesioangular, distoangular, or inverted.1-3 I...
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Accelerated Extraction Treatment with the Invisalign System and Photobiomodulation
Volume 54 : Number 3 : Page 151 : Mar 2020
Drs. Ojima, Dan, Watanabe, Kumagai, and Nanda demonstrate the capability of low-level laser therapy (OrthoPulse) to shorten difficult extraction treatment with clear aligners. The case of an adult female with severe crowding is presented to illustrate their technique.
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A System for Retracting Canine Roots
Volume 21 : Number 6 : Page 0 : Jun 1987
If a force is applied to the crown of a tooth, it produces a rotational moment that tends to tip the tooth. Further, a force applied to a bracket on the buccal side produces another, weaker moment tha...
2649.
CASE REPORT
Second Molar Extraction: The "Second Choice" Procedure
Volume 42 : Number 1 : Page 49 : Jan 2008
Orthodontic treatment once aimed primarily to straighten teeth. Today, in contrast, discussions of orthodontic treatment also refer to beautiful faces, nice profiles, good lip support, and full smiles...
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CASE REPORT
Lower First-Molar Extractions and Directional Forces in High-Angle Class III Treatment
Volume 51 : Number 10 : Page 667 : Oct 2017
A young patient with a skeletal Class III malocclusion was successfully treated without surgery after extraction of the lower first molars. Precise mechanics are recommended to achieve optimal force control and long-term stability in such cases.
2651.
Clinical Overview of InBrace Generation 2.0
Volume 57 : Number 7 : Page 376 : Jul 2023
Dr. Weissheimer and colleagues describe recent modifications and improvements to the original lingual InBrace system, including a redesigned bracket and a new Smartwire with lockets for nonsliding mechanics. The digital workflow is summarized, and a typical case is presented.
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Volume 53 : Number 4 : Page 205 : Aug 2019
Dr. Mike Meru reviews the pros and cons of various associateship options for new graduates, including private, group, and corporate practices. He explains the tax differences between employees and independent contractors and concludes with helpful tips for prospective associates.
2653.
The Psychological Impact of Dramatic Facial Change
Volume 13 : Number 10 : Page 668 : Oct 1979
Prior to beginning treatment the orthodontist needs to make an accurate evaluation of the self-concept and self-assurance of his patient. Open communication from the start, tailor-made for each case, ...
2654.
The Clinical Use of Occlusograms
Volume 16 : Number 2 : Page 92 : Feb 1982
The value of plaster models in permitting three-dimensional studies of malocclusions for diagnosis and treatment planning and as a reference throughout treatment has obscured the value of other method...
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Volume 30 : Number 7 : Page 0 : Jul 1996
Topics are internal marketing and external marketing.1. What are your most successful internal marketing methods? Being friendly and professional, as well as emphasizing excellent patient communicatio...
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Treatment of Multiple Ankylosed Teeth Using a Piezoelectric Device
Volume 47 : Number 11 : Page 656 : Nov 2013
Ankylosis is a fusion of alveolar bone with the cementum and/or dentin that may occur either before or after tooth eruption.1 The molars, particularly the mandibular second deciduous molars, are most ...
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Use of C-Tube Microplates for Controlling the Vertical Dimension During Maxillary Incisor Intrusion
Volume 53 : Number 7 : Page 414 : Jul 2019
C-tube microplates can be adjusted to allow delivery of multidirectional forces for vertical control of the upper anterior teeth. Drs. Noh, Seo, Choo, Chung, and Kim describe the application of bendable I-shaped or long T-shaped microplates beneath the anterior nasal spine.
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A Modified C-Implant for Simpler and More Efficient Treatment
Volume 57 : Number 8 : Page 469 : Aug 2023
The original C-implant was designed to enable partial osseointegration for stability against rotational moments and heavy forces. This second generation overcomes some drawbacks of the first version while taking advantage of the best characteristics of conventional miniscrews. A typical case is presented.
2659.
THE READERS' CORNER
Mouthbreathing and Broken Appointments
Volume 36 : Number 10 : Page 581 : Oct 2002
Do you believe that mouthbreathing associated with a compromised nasal airway can alter facial growth, leading to a steeper mandibular plane? The vast majority of respondents (85%) believed that a co...
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THE READERS' CORNER
Volume 35 : Number 1 : Page 31 : Jan 2001
What types of cases should be started early, and why? All respondents listed many types of cases that should be started early. More than half mentioned three major indications: skeletal discrepancie...
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