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Mandibular hyperostosis in a patient receiving orthodontic treatment while on isotretinoin for acne
This article presents the case of a 19-year-old patient under orthodontic treatment who developed mandibular hyperostosis while on isotretinoin treatment for acne. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Diagnosis, sequencing, and management of bilateral horizontally positioned, palatally impacted maxillary canines with closed surgical exposure and immediate continuous light orthodontic traction
Publication date: June 2014 Source:Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 3, Issue 2 Author(s): Michael Arvystas The diagnosis, sequencing, and management of bilateral horizontally positioned, palatally impacted maxillary canines with closed surgical exposure are presented. An adult female patient presented with bilateral horizontal impactions of the canines, which were situated below the floor of the nose. The sequence and timing of the movements from the initial diagnosis of horizontal canine position are documented, along with the corresponding durations of the horizontal, vertical, and labial mov...
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Class II treatment with the Runner in adolescent patients: Combining Twin Block efficiency with aligner aesthetics
Conclusions In this case, the Runner appliance was used with success for correcting Class II malocclusion in a young patient, with improvements in the patient's profile, alignment of the upper and lower incisors, and adequate expansion in the upper lateral sectors. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Effectiveness of magnesium hydroxide as mouthwash for caries prevention around brackets: An OCT evaluation
Conclusion The findings from the present study suggest that the use of brushing plus rinsing with milk of magnesia is effective in reducing the depth of caries lesions compared with brushing alone in patients using orthodontic brackets. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - November 3, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research