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3981.
The Dynamax System: A New Orthopedic Appliance
Volume 37 : Number 5 : Page 268 : May 2003
Skeletal Class II treatment requires harmonization of the structures supporting the dentition, as well as tooth movement, if an esthetic facial appearance is to be achieved for the patient. Harmonized...
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Volume 36 : Number 3 : Page 147 : Mar 2002
Four off-center bends have been introduced in this series for the first category of molar control. They consisted of toe-in and toe-out bends, in addition to in-bends and out-bends. The toe-in and toe...
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Volume 15 : Number 6 : Page 411 : Jun 1981
The Genio-Molar Anchorage (GMA) is a headgear, using a double force application on the lower jaw--one in the molar region and one on the chin. It produces a vertical torque effect on the mandible, thr...
3984.
A Preformed Light Wire Torquing Auxiliary
Volume 2 : Number 4 : Page 0 : Apr 1968
Stage III is the demanding phase of the Begg treatment, and any time-saving device that can increase appliance efficiency and decrease appointment time is generally welcomed by the busy orthodontist. ...
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JPO Q&A Quadrilateral Lower Face Analysis
Volume 3 : Number 11 : Page 605 : Nov 1969
Q In what way does this analysis do something for diagnosis that cannot be done with other analyses? For example, one can determine with other analyses whether one is dealing with a skeletal anomaly o...
3986.
Treatment of Class II, Division 1 Maximum Anchorage Cases with the ACCO Appliance
Volume 4 : Number 7 : Page 374 : Jul 1970
This paper presents the sequential treatment procedures that I follow in my office in the use of the ACCO appliance in treating Class II, division 1 maximum anchorage cases. Pertinent information conc...
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Volume 5 : Number 10 : Page 533 : Oct 1971
The most important thing that I have not done in my practice is that I have neglected to conduct routine parent-patient conferences at regular intervals for progress during treatment, following the co...
3988.
Palatal Root Torque of Maxillary Cuspids Utilizing the Begg Technique
Volume 11 : Number 6 : Page 391 : Jun 1977
Occasionally, the orthodontist finds the apex of a maxillary canine root has been repositioned labially unintentionally, to the extent that the root is palpable (Fig. 1). This may result from a combin...
3989.
Common Sense Mechanics, Part 10
Volume 14 : Number 6 : Page 412 : Jun 1980
(CONTINUED FROM PART 9) Extraction Mechanics During the discussion on cuspid retraction, it was pointed out that : there are various anchorage concepts, including multiple banding/bonding on the ancho...
3990.
Volume 23 : Number 9 : Page 0 : Sep 1989
The term "TMJ" is often used to describe a variety of disorders that affect the jaw complex, as well as the inner relationship of the cranium to the cervical complex. The more correct term is "craniom...
3991.
Therapeutic Ankylosis of Primary Teeth
Volume 25 : Number 8 : Page 0 : Aug 1991
Maxillary advancement is the treatment of choice for patients with a Class III dental relationship due to midfacial deficiency or retrusion. The maxilla can be moved surgically at any age, but such pr...
3992.
Rapid Class II Molar Correction with an Open-Coil Jig
Volume 26 : Number 10 : Page 0 : Oct 1992
Several appliances have been introduced over the past few years to accomplish tooth movement without the need for patient cooperation. One of these, the Jones Jig, uses an open-coil nickel titanium sp...
3993.
Correction of Upper-Arch Asymmetries Using the Mesial-Distalslider
Volume 47 : Number 11 : Page 648 : Nov 2013
Correcting maxillary dental asymmetries without the need for extractions or space opening for dental implants represents a major challenge for the orthodontist, especially when using conventional anch...
3994.
Boneborne Maxillary Expansion: A Clinical Report of Potential Challenges
Volume 58 : Number 1 : Page 22 : Jan 2024
Common failures and adverse side effects of miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion are reviewed. The authors describe and illustrate events related to the temporary anchorage devices, the appliance, and the individual patient, offering recommendations to avoid these occurrences.
3995.
A Rationale for Removable Retainers
Volume 32 : Number 11 : Page 667 : Nov 1998
One commonly cited advantage of fixed retainers over removable retainers is their elimination of the need for patient compliance.1,2 In most cases, however, a fixed mandibular retainer is combined wit...
3996.
Volume 41 : Number 2 : Page 0 : Feb 2007
Molar distalization for the treatment of Class II malocclusions has historically depended on patient compliance with intra- and extraoral auxiliaries.1-5 In recent years, "non-compliance" devices such...
3997.
The Hygienic Rapid Palatal Expander
Volume 32 : Number 9 : Page 562 : Sep 1998
Jackscrews have been used to open the midpalatal suture since 1860,1 but only since the 1950s has the procedure found widespread acceptance. The Haas-type rapid palatal expander, with a midline jacksc...
3998.
THE READERS' CORNER
Volume 59 : Number 2 : Page 122 : Feb 2025
In the first installment of this two-part survey of retention protocols, JCO readers answer questions about their preferred practices for prescribing, fabricating, and delivering removable retainers, revealing new trends in retainer use.
3999.
Volume 15 : Number 8 : Page 558 : Aug 1981
Many orthodontists are turning away from the use of headgear on the maxilla in Class II cases with retruded mandibles, and toward the use of functional appliances to advance the mandible in such cases...
4000.
THE EDITOR'S CORNER
Volume 21 : Number 2 : Page 81 : Feb 1987
Myths of the TMJ Hardly a week passes without an advertisement arriving for a course on TMJ diagnosis and therapy. Has there been a great increase in the incidence of TMJ dysfunction? If you measured ...
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