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Histomorphometric evaluation of maxillary molar roots and surrounding periodontium following molar intrusion in rats
ConclusionThese results indicated that root resorption occurred during and after molar intrusion and that the surrounding periodontium remodeled accordingly as tooth positions were altered, regardless of retention regime. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: Y. J. Choi, K. H. Kim, K. J. Lee, C. J. Chung, Y. C. Park Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

An in vitro study into the efficacy of complex tooth alignment with conventional and self‐ligating brackets
ConclusionThe resultant tooth alignment was the product of interaction between the archwire type, bracket type, and bracket design including ligature type. Small cross‐sectional archwires might produce up to 95% correction if combined properly with the bracket system. Elastomeric rings when used with conventional brackets limit the efficacy of malalignment correction. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: M. A. Montasser, L. Keilig, C. Bourauel Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Prenatal sex hormones, digit ratio, and face shape in adult males
ConclusionsA statistical relationship between 2D:4D and facial shape in adult males was observed. Faces tended to look more masculine as 2D:4D decreased, suggesting a biologically plausible link between prenatal androgen exposure and the development of male facial characteristics. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. M. Weinberg, T. E. Parsons, Z. D. Raffensperger, M. L. Marazita Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The relationship between upper airways and craniofacial morphology studied in 3D. A CBCT study
ConclusionDifferences in craniofacial morphology as identified by the sagittal jaw relationship were not correlated with variation in upper airway volumes. A clinical significant relation was detected between minimal area and total upper airway volume. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Di Carlo, A. Polimeni, B. Melsen, P. M. Cattaneo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Maturation of the middle phalanx of the third finger and cervical vertebrae: a comparative and diagnostic agreement study
ConclusionsThe two maturational methods show an overall satisfactorily diagnostic agreement. However, at post‐pubertal stages, the middle phalanx of the third finger appears to mature earlier than the cervical vertebrae. Post‐pubertal growth phase should thus be based on the presence of stage 6 in MPM. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - August 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Perinetti, L. Perillo, L. Franchi, R. Di Lenarda, L. Contardo Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A systematic review and meta‐analysis of experimental clinical evidence on initial aligning archwires and archwire sequences
Abstract The aim of the study was to assess treatment effects and potential side effects of different archwires used on patients receiving orthodontic therapy. Electronic and manual unrestricted searches were conducted in 19 databases including MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar until April 2012 to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi‐RCTs. After duplicate study selection, data extraction, risk of bias assessment with the Cochrane risk of bias tool, and narrative analysis, mean differences (MDs) with confidence intervals (CIs) of similar studies were pooled using a random‐effects model and ...
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - May 29, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. N. Papageorgiou, I. Konstantinidis, K. Papadopoulou, A. Jäger, C. Bourauel Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Short‐term effects of a modified Alt‐RAMEC protocol for early treatment of Class III malocclusion: a controlled study
ConclusionThe Alt‐RAMEC/FM protocol induced more favorable skeletal short‐term effects compared with RME/FM therapy in Class III growing patients. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - May 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Masucci, L. Franchi, V. Giuntini, E. Defraia Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Expression of bone markers and micro‐CT analysis of alveolar bone during orthodontic relapse
ConclusionsBone tissue reactions on a molecular level are similar during OTM and orthodontic relapse. These findings validate the importance of immediate retention following active OTM. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - May 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: T. J. Franzen, M. Monjo, M. Rubert, V. Vandevska‐Radunovic Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Evaluation of BSP expression and apoptosis in the periodontal ligament during orthodontic relapse: a preliminary study
ConclusionBoth OTM and Relapse groups exhibited a decreased number of GFP‐labeled cells in areas of compression and tension. There was significant PDL apoptosis in regions under compressive forces following OTM and to a lesser extent following relapse. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - May 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. McManus, A. Utreja, J. Chen, Z. Kalajzic, W. Yang, R. Nanda, S. Wadhwa, F. Uribe Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Objective classification of nose–lip–chin profiles and their relation to dentoskeletal traits
ConclusionsA method to objectively classify the nose–lip–chin profiles of adult women was established, and the nose–lip–chin profile patterns were found to be associated with the dentoskeletal patterns. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - May 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Tanikawa, K. Takada Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The effects of lip revision surgery on nasolabial esthetics in patients with cleft lip
ConclusionThere were mild esthetic improvements observed in relation to lip revision surgery, which should be interpreted with caution given the subjectivity of the rating method used. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - May 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. M. Mercado, C. Phillips, K. W. L. Vig, C.‐A. Trotman Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Efficacy of orthopedic treatment with protraction facemask on skeletal Class III malocclusion: a systematic review and meta‐analysis
The objective of this systematic review was to estimate the efficacy of protraction facemask on the correction of Class III malocclusion in the short term. A systematic review of articles was performed using different electronic databases (PubMed, Ovid, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Web of Science, LILACS, and Google Scholar). Search terms comprised ‘orthopedic treatment’ and ‘Class III malocclusion’. The selection criteria were set in order to include in this review only randomized clinical trials (RCTs) performed treating with facemask Class III growing patients. Studies' selection, data extract...
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - April 14, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Cordasco, G. Matarese, L. Rustico, S. Fastuca, A. Caprioglio, S. J. Lindauer, R. Nucera Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Geometric morphometric evaluations of a randomized prospective split‐mouth study on modes of ligation and reverse‐curve mechanics
ConclusionMorphometric shape analyses corroborated current evidence that self‐ligating brackets were no more effective than conventional brackets with steel ligatures after 6‐month initial alignment. From months 6–9 treatment with ß‐titanium reverse‐curve wires on 0.022‐inch ligature‐less brackets resulted in similar tooth positions as accomplished by Elgiloy multiloop wires on 0.018‐inch steel‐ligature‐tied brackets. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - April 11, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. G. Čelar, K. Onodera, M. H. Bertl, E. Astl, H.‐P. Bantleon, S. Sato, P. Mitteroecker Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Axial cervical vertebrae‐based multivariate regression model for the estimation of skeletal‐maturation status
ConclusionsThe simplest possible ACV morphometric information provided a statistically significant explanation of the portion of skeletal‐maturation variability not dependent on chronological age. These results verify that ACV is a strong biological indicator of ossification status. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - April 10, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: Y.‐M. Yang, J. Lee, Y.‐I. Kim, B.‐H. Cho, S.‐B. Park Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A prospective longitudinal controlled assessment of pain experience and oral health‐related quality of life in adolescents undergoing fixed appliance treatment
ConclusionBased on this prospective controlled study, the initial stages of fixed appliance treatment results in subjective pain experience, with subsequent reduction, and a significant impact on oral symptoms and functional limitation domains of OH‐QoL. (Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research)
Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - April 7, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. Johal, P. S. Fleming, F. A. Al Jawad Tags: Original Article Source Type: research