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3701.
Incisal Locator for Orthognathic Surgery
Volume 15 : Number 10 : Page 672 : Oct 1981
The Le Fort I operation (maxillary impaction) is fast becoming the most used orthognathic surgical procedure, because it treats the vertical dimension, which is the cause of so many of our problems. C...
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Clinical Considerations in the Use of Retraction Mechanics
Volume 25 : Number 6 : Page 0 : Jun 1991
Once a decision to extract teeth has been made, the orthodontist must plan how to close any space that is not devoted to relief of crowding. Whether anterior retraction, posterior protraction, or a co...
3703.
C Clamps in the Begg Technique
Volume 1 : Number 1 : Page 32 : Sep 1967
32-jco-img-0.jpgThe use of ligature wire on bicuspids to stabilize archwires in the Begg Technique has several disadvantages. It is a common occurrence for the wrapped ends of the ligature wires to tu...
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Volume 3 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1969
22-jco-img-0.jpgMATERIALS Pro Cem (Professional Products Company, Box 1628, San Diego, California 92112) Disposable paper slabs and cement spatula B-D Plastipak--2½ cc Sterile Disposable Syringe only ...
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Volume 6 : Number 7 : Page 404 : Jul 1972
One of the most frequently used retaining appliances is the lower cuspid-to-cuspid retainer. Since the appliance is relatively simple, the orthodontist may be lulled into a false sense of security. He...
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Cuspid Retraction with the Vertical Spur
Volume 8 : Number 4 : Page 213 : Apr 1974
The need for distal retraction of cuspids is an everyday occurrence in bicuspid extraction cases and there are numerous ways to do it. The use of the vertical spur provides a simple, efficient, contro...
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Volume 8 : Number 8 : Page 468 : Aug 1974
The usual technique for trimming study models has been to set the upper teeth on a flat surface and score the cast parallel to it to establish the base of the upper model. This makes the base of the m...
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Volume 10 : Number 7 : Page 505 : Jul 1976
An orthodontist can largely overcome the eroding effect of inflation on his purchasing power by tying his fee structure to the annual inflation rate or by being paid in advance and investing the money...
3709.
"Cure-On-Touch" Bonding with a Preloaded Bracket Delivery System
Volume 16 : Number 7 : Page 450 : Jul 1982
Until recently, all bonding materials have required the mixing of two pastes on a pad. Initially, the application of this mixed material had to be preceded by the application of a mixed sealant; howev...
3710.
New Concept for Impressions and Models
Volume 19 : Number 3 : Page 202 : Mar 1985
The Duplex Dental System is a new concept in impression-taking and model-making that allows the orthodontist to make vertically poured models quickly and easily, reducing chair time and the time and e...
3711.
Incremental Removal of Bonded Lingual Retainers
Volume 22 : Number 2 : Page 0 : Feb 1988
Many clinicians elect to bond a fixed retainer to the lingual surfaces of the lower cuspids and incisors. The appliance is usually removed after two to three years, and the teeth may or may not remain...
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Volume 25 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1991
Space analysis is a critical factor in the extraction decision. In addition to the widths of all permanent teeth and available space in each arch, space analysis can include Bolton ratios, tooth-size ...
3713.
Construction of a Bite Plane with Light-Cured Resin
Volume 27 : Number 1 : Page 0 : Jan 1993
Placing a bite plane at the bonding appointment can provide several advantages to both orthodontist and patient. It eliminates occlusal interference of the maxillary incisors with the mandibular brack...
3714.
PEARLS
A Simplified Method of Correcting Single-Tooth Crossbite
Volume 50 : Number 7 : Page 0 : Jul 2016
Every orthodontist needs to be equipped with methods for providing limited interceptive care. In this month's Pearl, the authors share a simple composite build-up technique to correct a traumatic ante...
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Product News in September 2020 Issue
Volume 54 : Number 9 : Page 570 : Sep 2020
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3716.
PEARLS
Correction of Occlusal-Plane Cant Using Spee-Anti-Spee Wires
Volume 58 : Number 5 : Page 289 : May 2024
A canted occlusal plane is a challenging problem that can affect facial esthetics. In this Pearl, after initial leveling and alignment, rectangular TMA archwires are configured with Spee and anti-Spee bends on opposite sides to compensate for the cant.
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Product News in May 2024 Issue
Volume 58 : Number 5 : Page 322 : May 2024
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3718.
Clinical Evaluation of Tooth-Size Discrepancy
Volume 32 : Number 9 : Page 544 : Sep 1998
This article shows a simple method of performing a preliminary tooth-size discrepancy analysis during the clinical examination. Anterior Analysis Have the patient move the mandible into an edge-to-edg...
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Use of Disclosing Material to Detect Fixed Retainer Bond Failures
Volume 32 : Number 10 : Page 598 : Oct 1998
Fixed retainers are generally bonded to all the teeth to be retained, although some clinicians bond only to the terminal teeth.1,2 When a bond to a terminal tooth fails, the patient tends to notice be...
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TECHNIQUE CLINIC
Indirect Measurement of Archwire Circumference
Volume 35 : Number 11 : Page 702 : Nov 2001
Nickel titanium archwires, with their superior flexibility and shape memory, have freed the orthodontist from the laborious and often frustrating chore of bending initial multilooped wires. Still, de...
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