Search Results For: 'orthodontics'
1921.
TOMAC: An Orthognathic Treatment Planning System, Part 3: VTO Construction in the Vertical Dimension
Volume 35 : Number 8 : Page 478 : Aug 2001
The first two parts in this series covered the TOMAC facial profile analysis and principles of VTO construction in the horizontal dimension (JCO, June and July 2001). This final part will focus on th...
1922.
PEARLS
Volume 17 : Number 4 : Page 265 : Apr 1983
This technique can save the orthodontist a considerable amount of time in cases on which segmental maxillary surgery is to be performed in conjunction with orthodontic treatment. Normally, it has been...
1923.
MARKETING & REFERRAL MANAGEMENT
Volume 1 : Number 10 : Page 96 : Aug 2019
Two articles take you into the mindset not only of the patient considering a choice of practices, but of the pediatric dentist deciding whether to refer to a specific orthodontist. Longoria’s “Factors...
1924.
Step-By-Step Traction of a Palatally Impacted Canine
Volume 51 : Number 6 : Page 335 : Jun 2017
Two-phase treatment of a mixed-dentition patient with a palatally impacted canine is described and illustrated. After surgical exposure of the canine, the authors perform distal traction with miniscrew anchorage to relieve the obstruction caused by the adjacent lateral incisor. Under the guidance of cone-beam computed tomography, the canine is then moved into appropriate position for forced eruption into the arch.
1925.
CASE REPORT
Miniplate Anchorage for Correction of Skeletal Anterior Open Bite in an Adult
Volume 54 : Number 3 : Page 175 : Mar 2021
Treatment of anterior open bite is more challenging in non-growing patients. This report documents the correction of an adult patient’s skeletal open bite using T-shaped miniplates installed in the zygomatic pillars and in the external mandibular cortical bone.
1926.
New Removable Mandibular Anterior Retainers
Volume 8 : Number 2 : Page 84 : Feb 1974
1. Acrylic and Metal 2. All-Metal Upon completion of orthodontic treatment and the removal of bands, removable maxillary retainers are almost universally employed. For mandibular anterior retention,...
1927.
Positive lntermaxillary Pressure Appliance
Volume 19 : Number 8 : Page 579 : Aug 1985
I have designed a functional appliance specifically to correct and control the skeletal and dental problems related to excessive vertical growth of the mandible, or "long face syndrome".1-3 Few applia...
1928.
CASE REPORT
Modified Condylotomy for Management of Mandibular Prognathism and TMJ Internal Derangement
Volume 24 : Number 11 : Page 0 : Nov 1990
Patients who have both mandibular prognathism and clinical signs of TMJ internal derangement, such as popping, clicking, pain, catching, and locking, may be candidates for modified condylotomies. This...
1929.
An Instant Photo Record System
Volume 28 : Number 5 : Page 0 : May 1994
One way to stay competitive is to demonstrate to patients and parents that you are efficient and thorough and that you value their time. You can do this without sacrificing quality by giving them a co...
1930.
Bonding Ceramic Brackets with Light-Cured Glass Ionomer Cements
Volume 29 : Number 3 : Page 0 : Mar 1995
Bonding orthodontic brackets to an acid-etched enamel surface is an accepted procedure, but can have undesirable complications, such as enamel decalcification, retention of resin tags, and adverse ski...
1931.
Reduced Resistance to Sliding in Ceramic Brackets
Volume 30 : Number 2 : Page 0 : Feb 1996
The esthetic appearance of ceramic brackets makes them attractive to orthodontic patients. However, studies have shown that ceramic brackets--whether composed of polycrystalline or monocrystalline alu...
1932.
COMMENTARY Precision Lingual Arches
CHARLES J. BURSTONE, CLEMENS MANHARTSBERGER Jul. 1988, Feb. 1989
Volume 51 : Number 9 : Page 547 : Sep 2017
Charles J. Burstone has often been called the “Father of Biomechanics.” With the development of the segmented-arch technique, he envisioned a careful approach to deliver the appropriate forces to the ...
1933.
Correction of Anterior Bolton Discrepancy and Crowding in Patients with Missing Lower Incisors
Volume 53 : Number 1 : Page 9 : Jan 2019
In an adult patient with lower anterior crowding and agenesis of one lower central incisor, extraction of the remaining incisor may offer better long-term stability than conventional lower premolar extractions. Dr. Antelo and colleagues present such a case.
1934.
An Innovative Light-Curing Unit for More Efficient Bonding
Volume 53 : Number 12 : Page 732 : Dec 2019
The authors introduce FlashCure, a light-emitting diode unit that can cure composite on multiple teeth at the same time. An in vitro test shows greater shear bond strengths from the prototype FlashCure device than from a commercially available light-curing unit.
1935.
CASE REPORT
Volume 55 : Number 10 : Page 20211001 : Oct 2021
An asymmetrical Class II subdivision can be treated with a variety of methods. In the case shown here, an adult patient’s malocclusion was corrected using a combination of the Forsus fixed functional appliance and maxillary mini-implant anchorage.
1936.
Failure to Expose a Canine by Diode Laser
Volume 58 : Number 1 : Page 64 : Jan 2024
After an unsuccessful attempt to expose an impacted canine with a diode laser, Dr. Meru revised his patient-communication protocol and clinical technique. In describing his current procedure for laser exposures, he advises when to stop and refer the patient to an oral surgeon.
1937.
A Simplified Lingual Technique
Volume 44 : Number 3 : Page 183 : Mar 2010
In increasing number of patients, especially young adults, are asking for esthetic alternatives to conventional orthodontics in the treatment of problems related to malalignment of the anterior teeth....
1938.
Miniscrew-Supported Class III Treatment with the Hybrid RPE Advancer
Volume 44 : Number 9 : Page 533 : Sep 2010
Class III malocclusions, irrespective of etiology or patient age, are some of the most complicated problems to treat, with the results often subject to relapse. Attempts to reduce mandibular developme...
1939.
Volume 6 : Number 8 : Page 427 : Aug 1972
It is the contention of many periodontists and prosthodontists that it is they who see our orthodontic cases as adults and that it is they who inherit the whirlwind of destructive forces set in motion...
1940.
Volume 2 : Number 9 : Page 0 : Nov 1968
Diagnosis The patient was a 12 year old boy with a Class I bimaxillary dental protrusion (Fig. 1). The bite was not closed. The lower anterior teeth were irregular. The open bite tendency and the irre...
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