Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists RSS feedThis is an RSS file. You can use it to subscribe to this data in your favourite RSS reader or to display this data on your own website or blog.

Evidence-based orthodontics: Appraisal of the methodologies of systematic reviews and meta-analyses in controversial areas of orthodontics
Conclusions R-AMSTAR is a readily applicable and validated tool for assessing the methodology of a SR. Most of the SRs concerning our research questions were of average quality. Efforts should be made to reduce methodologic flaws. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Vincent G. Kokich
Publication date: September 2013 Source:Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 2, Issue 3 Author(s): Jorge Faber (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Maxillary segment surgical advancement for treatment of cleft lip and palate: Case report
This report details the diagnosis, treatment alternatives, planning, and accomplishment of orthodontic and surgical treatment of an adolescent with skeletal Angle Class III with cleft lip and palate. The cleft was surgically minimized by advancement of the posterior maxillary segment during combined orthognathic correction. The proposed objectives of occlusion, normal function, and balanced profile were achieved, and results were maintained stable 8 years post-treatment. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Nonsurgical expansion with modified separator and distalization of mandibular teeth with the aid of mini-implants and sliding jigs in an adult with Class III malocclusion
Publication date: December 2013 Source:Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 2, Issue 4 Author(s): Matheus Melo Pithon In this article the author proposes to describe the orthodontic treatment of Class III malocclusion in an adult patient with maxillary expansion and distalization of the mandibular teeth with a mini-implant–supported sliding jig. The results achieved with this therapy were correction of the transverse and anteroposterior maxillary discrepancies, without the need for surgical intervention. The mandibular teeth were distalized, thereby preventing projection. Additional results attai...
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Interlabial gap behavior with time
Conclusions It was concluded that the interlabial gap decreases significantly and similarly in treated Class I and Class II malocclusion patients and that nonextraction treatment has greater interlabial gap reduction than does extraction treatment in the long-term post-treatment period. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Influence of spacing in the upper lateral incisor area on the perception of smile esthetics among orthodontists and laypersons
Conclusions The results of this study suggest that diastemas in the upper lateral incisor area were considered unattractive, following a pattern: the greater and the more mesially located, the more unattractive was the smile. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Microbiological analysis of dental casts stored long-term
Conclusions There was growth of opportunistic bacteria and fungi, posing no risk to healthy people. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Why, when and how orthodontic conferences should be held
Publication date: December 2013 Source:Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 2, Issue 4 Author(s): Jorge Faber (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Facilitating mandibular horizontal growth in a Class II high-angle case with a modified functional appliance
Conclusions This report suggests the potential effectiveness of combining high-pull J-hook headgear with a functional appliance in facilitating mandibular horizontal growth in Class II high-angle cases during the growth period. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

The importance of evaluating the transverse cant of the occlusal plane in intraoral photographs
Conclusions To circumvent this problem the authors suggest that intraoral photographs be taken encompassing the patient's eyes. By applying this method, the interpupillary line serves as both a reference and a means of evaluating transversal OP. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

A new 3-dimensional method for the construction of an average dental arch
Conclusion The construction of the ADA is reliable and may serve as a method for measuring changes in groups of patients. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Effective temporomandibular joint growth changes after stepwise and maximum advancement with Twin Block appliance
Conclusions Myofunctional therapy after maximum and stepwise advancement with the Twin Block appliance showed a favorable effect in the temporomandibular joint region. Stepwise advancement showed greater vertical growth and more favorable anteriorly directed horizontal growth in the temporomandibular joint region on a short-term basis. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Cranial morphology and facial type: Is it appropriate to describe the face using skull terminology?
Conclusions Facial morphology exerts little influence on skull shape and, therefore, does not support the widespread use of a terminology derived from the cranial index. The development of a standardized diagnostic terminology is timely given the increasing use of electronic records in health research and facilitating data sharing across different areas. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Ethics, Aristotle, and the least publishable unit
Publication date: March 2014 Source:Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 3, Issue 1 Author(s): Jorge Faber (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Root contact with miniscrews during mesiodistal movement of the molar
Conclusions In the four cases presented, miniscrews were removed immediately after root damage, with no symptoms of pain, discoloration, devitalization, or ankylosis. The contact between the screw and tooth root did not disturb the movement of the tooth or provoke screw loosening. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research