Search Results For: 'orthodontics'
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The Spider Screw for Skeletal Anchorage
Volume 37 : Number 2 : Page 90 : Feb 2003
Orthodontic movements such as anterior retraction and intrusion of overerupted teeth are difficult to achieve without undesirable reciprocal movements of the anchorage units.1-3 Titanium miniscrews no...
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CASE REPORT
Treatment of a Deeply Impacted Mandibular First Permanent Molar
Volume 43 : Number 1 : Page 59 : Jan 2009
Accidental trauma to permanent teeth in children can result in the cessation of eruption due to ankylosis.1-6 Although this situation almost always occurs in the anterior segments, histological analys...
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Maxillary Molar Intrusion with a Single Miniscrew and a Transpalatal Arch
Volume 46 : Number 1 : Page 48 : Jan 2012
Supereruption of maxillary molars is a common finding in adult patients, generally caused by premature loss of mandibular first molars and consequent extrusion of the opposing dentition toward the ede...
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CASE REPORT
Correction of Dental Asymmetry Using Miniscrew-Supported Sliding Jigs
Volume 47 : Number 1 : Page 57 : Jan 2013
A symmetrical treatment mechanics are often so challenging as to increase total treatment time, especially in more extreme cases involving unilateral extraction or surgical intervention.1,2 Significan...
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CASE REPORT
En-Masse Retraction of the Mandibular Arch with Skeletal Anchorage in the Buccal Shelf
Volume 56 : Number 10 : Page 597 : Oct 2022
Bodily distalization of the mandibular arch is achieved with miniscrew anchorage in nonsurgical, nonextraction treatment of this skeletal Class III malocclusion. Passive self-ligating brackets allow lighter forces to be applied for sliding mechanics, and intermaxillary elastics are not required.
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THE EDITOR'S CORNER
Volume 28 : Number 8 : Page 0 : Aug 1994
It Makes Good SenseMore than 200 years ago, the Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote: Oh wad some power the giftie gie us to see oursel's as others see us!Many a practice consultant has recommended walkin...
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MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Volume 53 : Number 4 : Page 205 : Apr 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.
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Volume 57 : Number 9 : Page 522 : Sep 2023
Retromolar miniscrews are used to anchor en masse mandibular distalization in hyperdivergent Class III treatment. The lower third molars are extracted to provide space for the miniscrews and the distal movement, while various measures are taken to prevent anterior torque loss.
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The Influence of Three Types of Positioners on Mandibular Condyle Relationships
Volume 18 : Number 5 : Page 335 : May 1984
It is now recognized that the goal of orthodontic treatment includes not only the proper alignment, intercuspation, and excursion of the teeth, but also the recovery and/or maintenance of the appropri...
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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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Volume 6 : Number 6 : Page 324 : Jun 1972
The orthodontist, faced with handling an increasing number of patients, realizes the need to become as efficient as possible, using minimal chair time, yet keeping high standards for treatment and fin...
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Volume 13 : Number 2 : Page 112 : Feb 1979
The solution that I have found for the usual economic problems of the recent graduate in a new practice and for the growing economic problems of many established practitioners involves sharing time, s...
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MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Volume 28 : Number 2 : Page 0 : Feb 1994
One day in the late 1960s, I removed the appliances for one of our neighbors' sons, whose family was socially friendly with ours. After removing the cement and taking the retention records, I dismisse...
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Surgical Stents for Accurate Miniscrew Insertion
Volume 40 : Number 7 : Page 0 : Jul 2006
Orthodontic miniscrews provide stable skeletal anchorage for both direct and indirect orthodontic traction.1-8 These implants, which have evolved from maxillofacial fixation screws, rely primarily on ...
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Volume 2 : Number 10 : Page 0 : Oct 1968
We have all heard it stoutly maintained that the intercuspid width is inviolate and that any expansion will result in ultimate collapse. To which, I should like to ask the question: When are we going ...
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Modified Nance Appliance for Cases with Missing Anterior Teeth
Volume 28 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1994
Patients who present with missing anterior teeth usually have fixed or removable prostheses. Because anterior bridgework can interfere with tooth alignment, it often must be removed prior to orthodont...
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A Technique to Prevent Surface Contamination of Etched Enamel
Volume 30 : Number 3 : Page 0 : Mar 1996
I t has been recommended that a thin layer of primer be applied to the entire etched enamel surface before bonding to seal the enamel, protect it from decay, and provide maximum bond strength.1-3 If t...
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Modified Quad Helix for Class III Treatment
Volume 32 : Number 10 : Page 626 : Oct 1998
Skeletal Class III discrepancies can be treated in growing patients with facial masks to protract the maxilla1 or chin cups to restrain mandibular growth.2 Orthopedic appliances such as the Fränkel FR...
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Infection Control for Curing Lights
Volume 34 : Number 8 : Page 484 : Aug 2000
With the increasing popularity of light-cured adhesives, the curing light has become a standard item in many orthodontic offices. Several types of barrier covers have been introduced to prevent contac...
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Correction of Single-Tooth Rotations with Rotating Springs
Volume 34 : Number 11 : Page 656 : Nov 2000
Rotations often cause difficulty in finishing fixed orthodontic treatment. Although rotatÂing springs1 are commonly used in the Begg2-5 and Tip-Edge*6 techniques, most preadjusted and standard edgewis...
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