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CASE REPORT
Nonsurgical Treatment of an Adult Skeletal Class III Patient with Compensated Dentition
Volume 55 : Number 11 : Page 701 : Nov 2021
Although orthodontic camouflage is possible in moderate adult skeletal Class III cases, decompensation may disrupt the dental-periodontal equilibrium. Drs. Rahima, El-Beialy, and Mostafa demonstrate the use of short Class III elastics to avoid complications associated with conventional intermaxillary elastics.
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PEARLS
Indirect Rebonding Transfer Tray Following Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Volume 57 : Number 6 : Page 359 : Jun 2023
When a patient needs to have fixed appliances removed for an MRI, a single intraoral scan can be used to produce both a temporary Essex retainer and an indirect transfer tray, allowing the brackets to be replaced in the same positions.
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Product News in the November 2024 Issue
Volume 58 : Number 11 : Page 713 : Nov 2024
PRODUCT NEWS is presented as a service to the reader and in no way implies endorsement by JCO.
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PEARLS
Inverted Elastomeric Ligatures with Guards for Lower-Lip Hypertonicity
Volume 59 : Number 4 : Page 249 : Apr 2024
A hypertonic lower lip can press forcefully against the lower brackets, causing painful indentations in the mucosa. As a solution, this Pearl describes how to use upside-down elastomeric ligatures with guards to protect the soft tissue like a lip bumper.
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Computerized Scheduling: Pros and Cons
Volume 24 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1990
Several of the companies producing orthodontic management software today offer computerized scheduling modules. With these programs, it is no longer necessary to maintain a paper appointment book. The...
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Non-Surgical Uprighting of Exposed, Mesially Impacted Lower Molars
Volume 46 : Number 8 : Page 480 : Aug 2012
In a previous article, I presented a procedure for non-surgical uprighting of a mesially angulated lower second or third molar with little or no exposed tooth surface.1 The technique shown here allows...
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Periodic Stripping of Lower Anterior Teeth During Retention: A 13-Year Follow-Up
Volume 53 : Number 1 : Page 22 : Jan 2019
Fourteen patients were recalled 13 years after treatment to study the effects of interproximal reduction on relapse of lower anterior crowding. Changes in the Irregularity Index and other variables are compared with those in a control group of similar patients.
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Clinical Use of the Churro Jumper
Volume 32 : Number 12 : Page 731 : Dec 1998
Creekmore recently noted that the easiest task for orthodontists is to align the teeth correctly within the individual jaws.1 This can be done with or without extractions, with or without favorable gr...
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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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Volume 23 : Number 3 : Page 0 : Mar 1989
Splints are designed to accomplish specific therapeutic objectives and should usually be used for short periods of time (see Part 9, JCO, February 1989). Other considerations may necessitate that a re...
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Volume 8 : Number 8 : Page 455 : Aug 2002
Fixed appliance treatment of Class II malocclusions often requires intrusion and retraction of the anterior segment, which, in turn, usually necessitate mechanical reinforcement of posterior anchorage...
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Surgical Correction of Mesially Impacted Mandibular Second Molars
Volume 37 : Number 4 : Page 209 : Apr 2003
Partial or total impaction of mandibular second molars can prolong orthodontic treatment, especially in deep-bite cases, where leveling these teeth is the key to correcting the curve of Spee. Such imp...
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CASE REPORT
Forced Eruption of an Impacted Third Molar Using a Bracket-Head Miniscrew
Volume 44 : Number 5 : Page 313 : May 2010
The frequency of second-molar impaction is reportedly only .08% in the maxilla and .01% in the mandible.1 When a second molar requires extraction because of ankylosis or unfavorable positioning, the t...
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CASE REPORT
Presurgical Class III Treatment Using Lingual Appliances for Two-Dimensional Tooth Movement
Volume 47 : Number 11 : Page 681 : Nov 2013
Although lingual appliances were not originally considered suitable for surgical-orthodontic cases,1,2 recent reports have demonstrated successful results.3-5 When only two-dimensional movements of th...
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CASE REPORT
Class III Camouflage Treatment with the Biofunctional Technique
Volume 52 : Number 0 : Page 351 : Jun 2018
Adults with severe skeletal Class III discrepancies often refuse surgical treatment, leaving orthodontic camouflage as the best alternative. Dr. Valarelli and colleagues present a nonextraction case in which Biofunctional appliances were successfully combined with Class III intermaxillary elastics.
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CASE REPORT
Molar Intrusion Using Clear Aligners Without Additional Anchorage Devices
Volume 54 : Number 7 : Page 419 : Jul 2021
Several authors have contended that clear aligners can provide enough vertical control for maxillary molar intrusion without miniscrew anchorage. In this case, an upper first molar is intruded using only aligners and bonded attachments, while bleaching and prosthetic restoration are performed during the final stage.
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THE EDITOR'S CORNER
Volume 28 : Number 3 : Page 0 : Mar 1994
The Carrot or the Stick?There is a good question in orthodontic practice with regard to how much a system of rewards affects the commitment of our employees and of our patients. This was brought to mi...
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Computer-Aided Fabrication of Bonded Lingual Retainers
Volume 29 : Number 10 : Page 559 : Oct 1996
Since the introduction of acid etching, several methods and a variety of wires have been proposed for fabrication and direct or indirect bonding of fixed retainers to the lingual surfaces of the lower...
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Volume 7 : Number 4 : Page 246 : Apr 1973
Study model casts are one of the most valuable records in an orthodontic office. Two basic problems that orthodontists have with these models are: air bubbles on the occlusal surfaces and the incisal ...
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Volume 11 : Number 8 : Page 523 : Aug 1977
One of the first questions asked by orthodontists learning the techniques of bracket bonding is, "How do I get them off?" After considerable experimentation, I arrived at a technique which I have empl...
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