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Autotransplantation of Inversely Impacted Central Incisors
Volume 56 : Number 9 : Page 537 : Sep 2022
Autologous transplantation offers several advantages for resolving an inversely impacted maxillary incisor at an early age. Dr. Balut and colleagues demonstrate a case in which orthodontic traction was started three weeks after surgery, using passive self-ligating brackets with light forces.
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CASE REPORT
Management of a Transmigrant Lower Canine without Skeletal Anchorage in a Growing Class II Patient
Volume 57 : Number 9 : Page 537 : Sep 2023
Forced eruption of a transmigrant ectopic canine is performed using a lower lingual holding arch with a cantilever arm. The closed elastic traction is activated distally and labially, away from the roots of the lower incisors, to avoid resorption.
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JPO Q&A Rapid Palatal Expansion
Volume 1 : Number 1 : Page 22 : Sep 1967
22-jco-img-0.jpg1. Which teeth are used for anchorage of the rapid palatal expansion appliance? Usually the permanent first molars and either the first bicuspids or the deciduous first molars. Four te...
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Comprehensive Phase I Treatment in the Middle Mixed Dentition
Volume 32 : Number 2 : Page 98 : Feb 1998
The intent of this article is to open the minds of orthodontists regarding the effectiveness of mixed-dentition treatment. I do not wish to imply that mixed-dentition treatment (Phase I) can entirely ...
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Volume 16 : Number 11 : Page 745 : Nov 1982
Classical serial extraction procedures, especially if they include early removal of first bicuspids, and classical theory with regard to "E space" and mesial movement of molars are contrary both to my...
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Volume 35 : Number 3 : Page 145 : Mar 2001
The edgewise technique and bracket type used in a particular practice are usually chosen according to the orthodontist's training and experience, rather than the type of malocclusion to be treated. T...
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Quick-Mounted Diagnostic Study Models
Volume 18 : Number 6 : Page 423 : Jun 1984
Many diagnostic procedures must be rethought in light of expanded knowledge of the temporomandibular joint. Occlusal interferences, more prevalent in a malocclusion, cause proprioceptive eccentric pos...
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A Simple Means of Ensuring Class II Elastic Wear
Volume 34 : Number 2 : Page 83 : Feb 2000
Appliances such as the Eureka Spring*, Saif springs**, the Jasper Jumper***,1 the Pendulum†,2 and the Herbst‡3,4 were developed to correct Class I and Class II malocclusions without relying on patie...
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MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Volume 35 : Number 6 : Page 365 : Jun 2001
With a sizable percentage of orthodontists entertaining the idea of selling a practice, taking on an associate or partner, or just slowing down, the subject of transition has become more topical than ...
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CASE REPORT
Volume 56 : Number 1 : Page 49 : Jan 2022
This adult Class III patient with moderate-to-severe OSA was unable to tolerate continuous positive airway pressure. The authors show how his situation was resolved with maxillary and mandibular osteotomies, followed by clear aligner therapy with miniscrews for attachment of elastics.
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The Damon Low-Friction Bracket: A Biologically Compatible Straight-Wire System
Volume 32 : Number 11 : Page 670 : Nov 1998
For many years, orthodontists have ligated brackets with wire or elastomeric ties. Much of our treatment planning and mechanics have been dictated by a mechanical system incorporating significant amou...
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Volume 20 : Number 8 : Page 0 : Aug 1986
Extraction of Lower Second Molars Removal of lower second molars is not a panacea for orthodontic problems. Several claims have been made for lower second molar extraction, but they have not been well...
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Removable Plastic Herbst Retainer
Volume 21 : Number 8 : Page 0 : Aug 1987
A variety of fixed and removable single-arch retainers have been useful in maintaining alignment, space closure, and rotation correction. However, single-arch retainers are not effective for preventin...
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Computerized Scheduling with a Grid-Loop System
Volume 22 : Number 9 : Page 0 : Sep 1988
Orthodontic computer software systems allow tracking of patient appointments in one of two ways. The first, a computer scheduler, is a program that keeps track of available and unavailable time, allow...
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Effects of First Bicuspid Extractions on Facial Height in High-Angle Cases
Volume 27 : Number 11 : Page 0 : Nov 1993
Some disagreement exists concerning the effect of bicuspid extractions on the vertical dimension. It has been suggested that orthodontic forward movement of the posterior teeth after bicuspid extracti...
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CASE REPORT
Customized Metal Coping for Elastic Traction of an Ectopic Maxillary Central Incisor
Volume 34 : Number 10 : Page 585 : Oct 2000
A number of factors have been cited as contributing toward delayed incisor eruption1,2: the presence of a supernumerary in the midline, generalized or localized crowding, dilaceration of the inciso...
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Molar Control Using Indirect Miniscrew Anchorage
Volume 11 : Number 11 : Page 661 : Nov 2005
Most of the methods for uprighting mesially tipped mandibular second molars1-7 produce undesirable extrusion of the target molars and movement of the anchorage units, requiring interarch stabilization...
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Uprighting Mesially Inclined Mandibular Second Molars with a Modified Uprighter Jet
Volume 41 : Number 5 : Page 0 : May 2007
Premature loss of the mandibular second premolars and first molars due to caries or periodontal disease can lead to mesioinclination of the second molars. Various orthodontic methods have been used to...
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"Reverse" Indirect Bonding: A Protocol for Temporary Debonding
Volume 45 : Number 11 : Page 610 : Nov 2011
When a patient requests that orthodontic brackets be removed for an important event such as a wedding or prom before the completion of treatment, the practitioner must weigh the alternatives of debond...
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THE EDITOR'S CORNER
Volume 46 : Number 10 : Page 597 : Oct 2012
My practice, like those of most of our readers, has not shown as much economic growth as I would have liked since the economic downturn began around 2008. Case starts are down, and referrals from gene...
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