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Compliance with retainer wear in the first year: An analysis of 320 cases
ConclusionsCompliance with retainer wear declines substantially from the initial visit to the final visit. The most compliant patients over this time period wore the Hawley retainer. Patients with state insurance are the least compliant at both time points. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

A cephalometric comparison of treatment effects and predictors of chin prominence in Class II Division 1 and 2 malocclusions with Forsus fatigue-resistant fixed functional appliance
ConclusionsTreatment with the Forsus in combination with preadjusted fixed appliances leads to a favorable treatment outcome and produces similar treatment changes in both Class II Divisions. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Comparison of arch width and depth changes and pain/discomfort with conventional and copper Ni-Ti archwires for mandibular arch alignment
ConclusionsCopper Ni-Ti archwires were no more efficient than Ni-Ti archwires in leveling of the mandibular anterior teeth changes in arch dimensions in patients with moderate dental irregularity. Changes in mandibular arch dimensions were similar in the copper Ni-Ti and Ni-Ti groups. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Age and aesthetics perception related to different types of orthodontic devices. Is there a relationship?
ConclusionOur data suggest that the use of the blue device increases the attractiveness of the smile in young male patients and that the gray device makes the elderly male patient look younger. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Adult gummy smile correction with temporary skeletal anchorage devices
Publication date: March 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 1Author(s): Satoshi Uzuka, Jong-Moon Chae, Kiyoshi Tai, Takashi Tsuchimochi, Jae Hyun ParkAbstractTemporary skeletal anchorage devices were used to correct the gummy smile of a 27-year-old woman. She was also missing her maxillary left second molar and mandibular right central incisor. Her mandibular anterior missing space was closed with orthodontic treatment. Her occlusion, smile esthetics, dental midline, and soft tissue profile were significantly improved after her orthodontic treatment. A 2-year follow-up showed that...
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

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Publication date: June 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 2Author(s): (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Increased quality of life with orthodontics? – the controversy continues…
Publication date: June 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 2Author(s): Vinod Krishnan (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Effect of bisphosphonates on orthodontic tooth movement in osteoporotic patients: A review
ConclusionsThe interactions of BPs and oral/maxillofacial tissues with a high bone turnover rate such as maxilla or jaws can influence the success rate of dental procedures that involve bones around the teeth, such as extractions, periodontal surgery, and OTM. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

The use of micro-osteoperforation concept for accelerating differential tooth movement
ConclusionsMicro-osteoperforations with two holes by application of the simple and less costly method presented in this study is an effective and time-preserving treatment modality. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Comparison of anterior crowding relapse tendency in patients treated with incisor extraction, premolar extraction, and nonextraction treatment
ConclusionsGiven the results of this study, it appears that treatment modality in terms of extraction or nonextraction is not a major determinant in posttreatment relapse. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Pure skeletal maxillary protraction with skeletal anchorage in high-angle Class III patients: A case series
ConclusionThis method used in treating patients portrayed in this case series has been successful in creating good results and can be used for treating patients especially with a vertical growth pattern. (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

The Golden Age of Orthodontics – decline and aftermath – A history of business of orthodontics (2017)
Publication date: June 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 2Author(s): Vinod Krishnan (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 11, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Table of Contents
Publication date: March 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

In search of research conducted at the highest levels……
Publication date: March 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 1Author(s): Vinod Krishnan (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research

Patients. . . or ‘profit centres’?
Publication date: March 2018Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, Volume 7, Issue 1Author(s): Jonathan Sandler (Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists)
Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - July 5, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research