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New American Heart Association Recommendations for Prevention of Bacterial Endocarditis
Volume 31 : Number 11 : Page 758 : Nov 1997
The American Heart Association, in June 1997, changed its guidelines for dentists regarding the prevention of bacterial endocarditis with prophylactic antibiotics.1 A single dose of 2g of Amoxicillin ...
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PEARLS
Closure of Mandibular Spaces During Retention
Volume 52 : Number 11 : Page 639 : Nov 2018
Extraction spaces often reopen within a year following orthodontic treatment. This Pearl presents a simple modification to a wraparound retainer, using a cinched nickel titanium wire in the labial bow, that can close a relapsed space in the lower arch during retention.
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PEARLS
The Hybrid Aligner Approach for Extrusion and Rotation of Posterior Teeth
Volume 55 : Number 1 : Page 69 : Jan 2021
Partially erupted upper second molars are difficult to correct with clear aligners alone. This Pearl shows how posterior fixed appliance segments can be used in conjunction with aligners to derotate the second molars and promote posterior occlusion and settling.
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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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Product News in October 2025 Issue
Volume 59 : Number 10 : Page 680 : Oct 2025
PRODUCT NEWS is presented as a service to the reader and in no way implies endorsement by JCO.
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Product News in May 2026 Issue
Volume 60 : Number 5 : Page 354 : May 2026
PRODUCT NEWS is presented as a service to the reader and in no way implies endorsement by JCO.
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Product News in the June 2026 Issue
Volume 60 : Number 6 : Page 420 : Jun 2026
PRODUCT NEWS is presented as a service to the reader and in no way implies endorsement by JCO.
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Scanatron Enhancement of Radiographic Contrast
Volume 28 : Number 6 : Page 355 : Jun 1994
Radiographs have a wide range of contrast, from hard features such as bone or orthodontic brackets (appearing white) to soft tissues of varying densities (some almost black). The tonal range between t...
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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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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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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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