Influence of habitual mouth breathing on taste sensation
ConclusionsMouth breathing habit poses a risk for taste deterioration without affecting salivary secretion and olfactory function. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
Source: Orthodontic Waves - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Histological response in dental pulp of accelerate tooth movement using periodontal ligament distraction osteogenesis in dogs
ConclusionPLDO enabled rapid tooth movement and initial histological change in the dental pulp was similar to that in response to conventional orthodontic treatment. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Considerations for placement of mandibular buccal shelf orthodontic anchoring screw in Class III hyperdivergent and normodivergent subjects – A cone beam computed tomography study
ConclusionThe mesial aspect of the second molar appears to be a safe site for placement of MBS orthodontic anchoring screw as its slope was flatter and gave greater distance from molar root. Increasing vertical level or insertion angle resulted in a higher cortical bone thickness and distance from the molar root. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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A case of adult cleft palate patient treatment with differential maxillary lateral expand distraction osteogenesis using combined expansion appliances
In this report, we suggest a novel method for uneven maxillary lateral expansion using a dento-osseous-supported expansion appliance in the frontal side of the maxilla and a modified dental-supported expansion appliance in the mid-palatal area. With this method, we achieved the optimal maxillary expansion in the maxillary frontal and molar areas. As a result of the surgically-assisted orthodontic treatment, facial asymmetry, the facial midline, and severe malocclusion were corrected. Furthermore, the resulting occlusion and facial symmetry were maintained over a 2-year retention period. Although attention must be paid rega...
Source: Orthodontic Waves - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Transverse adjustment of preformed stainless steel archwires to the dental arch form
ConclusionTo reduce these adjustments, preformed stainless steel archwires that are designed to be approximately 1–2 mm at the canine, 1–3 mm at first premolar, 2–4 mm at second premolar, and 3–6 mm at first molar wider in the transverse dimension could be clinically recommended. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Relationship between cranial base and jaw base in different skeletal patterns
ConclusionThe cranial base angle affects the anteroposterior orientation of both maxilla and mandible with a minimal contribution to the appearance of different vertical skeletal patterns. Meanwhile, the cranial base length affects minimally the anteroposterior orientation of both the maxilla and the mandible. However, a significant link was found between it and the total facial height, thus contributing to the appearance of different vertical skeletal patterns. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Dentofacial characteristics in a patient with Aarskog–Scott syndrome
This study presents the case of a 9-year old Japanese boy who was diagnosed with ASS at the age of three. The patient presented to our orthodontic department with hypodontia, impacted teeth, and delayed eruption, with narrow upper arch and retrognathic mandibles. In the present report, we introduce the patient’s dentofacial characteristics. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Editorial board
Publication date: June 2018Source: Orthodontic Waves, Volume 77, Issue 2Author(s): (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
Source: Orthodontic Waves - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Corrosion of metal orthodontic brackets and archwires caused by fluoride-containing products: Cytotoxicity, metal ion release and surface roughness
ConclusionUsing APF gel during orthodontic treatment with fixed metal appliances should be avoided. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
Source: Orthodontic Waves - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Evaluation of prevalence and characteristics of ponticulus posticus among Japanese adults: A comparative study between CBCT imaging and lateral cephalogram
ConclusionPP is quite a common finding in Japanese adults. There were cases in which PP was not detected on lateral cephalogram compared with CBCT. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
Source: Orthodontic Waves - July 10, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
A collaborative survey on occlusion after orthodontic treatment in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate in Japan
ConclusionsThe final occlusion after orthodontic treatment was satisfactory in most cases. Findings of this study are referable for improving standard Japanese orthodontic care for patients with CL/P. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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The effects of sex, skeletal age, and sagittal skeletal pattern on pharyngeal airway dimensions and related structures in growing Thai orthodontic patients
ConclusionInteractions between sex–skeletal age and skeletal age–sagittal skeletal pattern affected the pharyngeal airway dimensions. The surrounding structure positions and dimensions varied according to sex–skeletal age interaction and sagittal skeletal difference. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Questionnaire investigation after orthodontic treatment in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate: An inter-clinic collaborative study
ConclusionThis study clarified the subjective effects and problems with orthodontic treatment in patients with UCLP in Japan. Satisfaction after treatment was high. Anticipated esthetic improvement was accomplished and masticatory problems improved. Orthodontic treatment also positively affected speech. Efficient orthodontic treatment to minimize treatment duration and improved treatment systems for easier access are needed to reduce patient burdens in Japan. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Unilateral nasal obstruction induces morphological changes of the mandibular condyle in growing rats
ConclusionsOur findings suggest that unilateral nasal obstruction in the growth period affects mandibular morphology. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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Comparison of the load-deflection characteristics of 0.012″ heat-activated, superelastic and bent superelastic nickel titanium wires
ConclusionsAfter any deflection, all bent NiTi wires produce lighter forces at 0.5 mm after deactivation than superelastic NiTi and heat-activated NiTi wires. This study indicates bending a NiTi wire close to a displaced tooth with up to 1 mm deflection can produce an active light deactivation force to level severely displaced teeth. (Source: Orthodontic Waves)
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