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Covid-19: The aftermath for orthodontics
As early as 2007, a paper published in the Clinical Microbiology Reviews on SARS coronavirus infection already warned us that “the presence of a large reservoir of SARS-CoV-like viruses in horseshoe bats, together with the culture of e...
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orthodontics highlights
Many controversies linger over the role of orthodontics in the treatment of patients with periodontal problems. Over the years, certain published clinical cases have indicated the positive impact of orthodontic intervention in cases of ging...
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Extensive orthodontically induced
If essential care is thorough, teeth with extensive orthodontically induced dental resorption can have the same endurance as normal teeth. These teeth are subjected to the same disturbances as normal ones, such as dental trauma, dental c...
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Management of skeletal Class III with facial asymmetry using skeletal anchorage: 4-year follow-up
Introduction: Skeletal Class III malocclusion with asymmetry is one of the most difficult problems to correct in orthodontics. A functional shift of the mandible in growing patients may occur accompanying a Class III, due to constricted...
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Effects of the cervical headgear in growing Angle Class II malocclusion patients: a prospective study
Objective: Evaluate dental and skeletal changes resulting from the exclusive use of the cervical headgear for 15 ± 4 months in the treatment of patients with Class II division 1 malocclusion. Methods: Differences between the beginning (...
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Complex clinical case with Class III and open bite: stability after seven years
A healthy 15-year-old boy with anterior open bite, edge-to-edge transverse discrepancy, and Class III skeletal relationship sought a nonsurgical orthodontic treatment. The patient was treated with premolars extraction, a Hyrax expander a...
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Facial profile changes due to bone cement graft to manage the hyperactive muscles of the gingival smile
Objective: To evaluate facial profile changes promoted by polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) cement graft to reduce excessive gingival display due to hyperactivity of the elevator muscles of the upper lip during smiling. Methods: Eleven pati...
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Comparison of antibacterial effects of orthodontic composites containing different nanoparticles on Streptococcus mutans at different times
Introduction: Plaque accumulation can cause white spot lesions. Adding nanoparticles to composites can be effective in reducing the number and function of microorganisms. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the antibacterial...
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Mandibular and temporomandibular morphologic characteristics of patients with suspected unilateral condylar hyperplasia: a CT study
Introduction: Facial asymmetry associated with unilateral condylar hyperplasia (UCH) is a complicated clinical condition. Objective: The objective of this study was to describe morphological characteristics of the mandible and the temporoma...
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Different approaches to the treatment of skeletal Class II malocclusion during growth: Bionator versus extraoral appliance
Introduction: Class II malocclusion, which has a significant incidence in the population, may compromise facial esthetics and the smile, as well as the masticatory and respiratory functions. Often associated with skeletal abnormalities,...
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Solutions for atypical problems i
Introduction: A significant increase in the number of adults in search of orthodontic treatment has raised a new challenge for orthodontists: the need to interact with other specialties to achieve excellent results, particularly when dea...
