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- Spect bone scintigraphy in the diagnosis of unilateral condylar hyperplasia: a systematic review
Abstract : Unilateral condylar hyperplasia is an uncommon condition with unknow aetiology which causes overdevelopment of condyle leading to facial asymmetry, mandibular deviation, malocclusion, and articulation dysfunction. The comparison of radiographs and clinical photographs is considered the current accept standard for the d..
- Borderline patients between orthodontics and surgery: review
Abstract : Borderline is the term used to refer to cinical cases in which the prognosis and the best therapeutic plan are uncertain. Our aim should be to reduce as far as possible the range of values characterizing borderline pathologies and thus to increase the number of patients receiving precise diagnosis and certain therapeut..
- A solution to the problem of frictional resistance with self-ligating system: a systematic review
Abstract : During the early stages of orthodontic treatment, the self-ligating system is more efficient because a reduction of friction in the interface archwire-bracket occurs. The friction is determined by three components: friction, binding and notching; it depends on the critical contact angle defined, for each pair of wire a..
- The versatility of the 2X4 appliance
Abstract : Early diagnosis and treatment are fundamental in order to reduce the severity of a malocclusion. In three of most common conditions (anterior crossbite, posterior crossbite and impacted/ectopic incisors) a 2X4 fixed appliance can be very useful with some advantages compared to removable appliances...
- Merchants and Mercenaries: The Lost Maya Civilization
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- The relationship between occlusion and posture: a systematic review
Abstract : The relationship between stomatognatic and postural system has longtime been investigated among practitioners in healthcare. Since the last half of the twentieth century, the relationship between the subjects of orthodontics and orthopedics has been debated and, as a result of that, some scientifically validated studie..
- Self-ligating techniques: comparison in patients with maxillo-mandibular deformities.
ABSTRACT: It is not possible to standardize the sequence and duration of each wire because of the amount of the variables influencing; the initial choice is dictated primarily by the clinical situation: the degree of crowding (evaluated by the Little index (1))has an inverse relationship to wire size. The transition to the..
- Correlations between dyslalia and orthodontics
Abstract : Several studies have tried to demonstrate the relationship between dyslalia and some alterations in the stomatognathic system. This article is aimed at combining the results of the various studies investigated, and to define what are the specific occlusal alterations that have been related to this speech disorder over ..
- CAD/CAM technology aid in orthodontics and orthognathic surgery
Abstract : The medicine has become a discipline deeply characterized from the technology both in diagnosis and in therapy. Despite the planning and the realization of orthodontic devices is today still based on an approach type handicraft they are more and more taking hold the digital technologies that are changing the dentis..
- Study of facial soft tissues with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Abstract : Alongside traditional radiology, in recent decades, diagnostics have seen the emergence of new techniques that do not employ x radiation and are therefore considered harmless and no radiating6. MRI allows to see human body structures differently depending on the type of reading parameters set in the device and are part..
- Lingual vs. Labial fixed orthodontic appliances: comparison of adverse effects
Abstract : Lingual orthodontic appliances have increased the acceptability of orthodontic care for those who have concerns over the appearance of appliance. Thanks to the technologic development, the labial treatment outcomes have become similar and comparable to those produced by labial orthodontic treatment. The aim of this sys..
- FEATURES IN PATIENT AFFECTED WITH HEMIFACIAL MICROSOMIA AND CLASSIFICATION METHODS
Abstract : Hemifacial Microsomia (HFM) is one of the most common congenital conditions treated in craniofacial centers worldwide. This condition is variably associated with anomalies of the jaws, ears, facial soft tissue, orbits, and facial nerve function and can be associated with extracranial anomalies. Diagnosis, treatment, an..
- Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH) from the orthodontic point of view
Abstract : Background: Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH) is a developmental disorder of the enamel of permanent first molars, frequent during childhood. Management is multidisciplinary and can include the orthodontist’s cooperation. Aim of this review is to highlight the orthodontic issues in MIH. Materials and methods: A ..
- Fixed orthodontic therapy and plaque formation: a systematic review
Abstract : Many authors associated fixed orthodontic treatment with an increase in plaque formation and periodontal disease. Aim of this review is to investigate the correlation between fixed orthodontic treatment, change in subgingival microflora and periodontal pathologies such as gingivitis and periodontitis and also if there ..
- Evaluation of skeletal maturity when planning an orthodontic therapy: a comparison between Cervical Vertebral Index (CVM) and Middle Phalanx Maturation Index(MPM). A systematic review.
Abstract : Evaluation of skeletal maturity is crucial in the planning of an orthodontic treatment plan. The best results with functional and orthopedic retainers are obtained when the mandibular growth peak is included in the treatment period. The X-ray of the carpus and the wrist has been till now the most used radiographic meth..
- A review of the use of CT in the study of facial soft tissue in patients affected by hemifacial microsomia
Abstract : Hemifacial microsomia (HFM) is a craniofacial disorder characterized by a wide spectrum of anomalies, including conductive hearing loss due to external and middle ear deformities. Hemifacial microsomia is the second most common developmental craniofacial anomaly after cleft lip and palate. For the pre-surgical evaluati..
- Condylar Hyperplasia: Classifications over the years
Abstract : Background: Condylar Hyperplasia (CH) is a pathological condition characterized by progressive overgrowth involving the condylar head or neck, mandibular body, ramus, or a combination of these. Several classifications were proposed over the years. Aim of this review is to illustrate proposed classifications, underlinin..
- Bisphosphonates and orthodontic tooth movement: a systematic review
Abstract : Bisphosphonates (BPs) are drugs that act primarily to inhibit osteoclast activity and bone resorption, used in many clinical conditions associated with excessive bone resorption. Aim of this review is to investigate the effects of BPs on orthodontic tooth movement. All selected studies showed that orthodontic tooth mov..
- Temporary anchorage devices (TADs): failure rates and risk factors
Abstract : Background: Temporary anchorage devices (TADs) are frequently used in orthodontics and had many indications but, before inserting them, clinicians have to respect some important rules, first of all an adequate preoperative preparation consisting of an exhaustive history, an accurate diagnosis report and a precise selec..
- Long-term stability of rapid maxillary expander: a systematic review
Abstract : The rapid maxillary expander (RME) is a fixed orthodontic-orthopedic appliance frequently used to widen the maxilla. Aim of this review is to investigate long-term stability of transversal, vertical and anterioposterior changes induced by RME. After a careful analysis of the literature, RME is able to provide long-term..
- Dentoskeletal abnormalities associated with Mobius syndrome
Abstract : Mobius syndrome is a rare congenital disorder that causes paralysis of facial nerves. In a high percentage of patients, dentoskeletal abnormalities are described. Aim of this review was to identify most common dentoskeletal abnormalities associated with Mobius syndrome. Most common dentoskeletal anomalies are micrognat..
- Dentoalveolar effects of lip bumper: a systematic review
Abstract : Background: The lip bumper is a functional device capable of neutralize the centripetal force produced by lips and cheeks, releasing expansive action produced by the tongue. It’s indicated to recover space at the lower arch, keep the leeway-space, treat malocclusions related to thumb sucking and bottom lip interposit..
- Removable mandibular retractor: a simple and usefool tool to treat anterior crossbite
Abstract : Pseudo Class III malocclusions clinically present with an anterior cross bite that needs to be early treated. Orthodontist must to be able to make a differential diagnosis between functional Class III malocclusions and true Class III malocclusions. Making a right diagnosis allows to plan the right treatment. A useful w..
- Cross-bite therapy during primary and mixed dentition.
Abstract : Posterior cross-bite is a very frequent malocclusion on the transversal plane among the pediatric population. It is diagnosed when the buccal cusps of one or more maxillary teeth are placed lingual to the buccal cusps of the mandibular teeth. It can be unilateral or bilateral. Ferro shows that the prevalence of cross-b..
- Twin Block appliance. A Systematic Review.
Abstract : Functional appliances have been used for long time in the treatment of Class II Division 1 malocclusions. Several varieties of functional appliances are currently in use whit the aim to improve skeletal imbalances. Alteration of maxillary growth, possible improvement in mandibular growth and position, and change in den..
- ORTHODONTIC IMPLICATIONS OF BRUXISM IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS: A SISTEMATIC REVIEW
Abstract : The aim of this article is to systematically review the literature to identify risk factors associated with bruxism. A methodical examination was carried out based on following database: PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Scopus, Medline. The investigated articles denote three groups of etiologic factors involved in the p..
- Dentoalveolar and skeletal effects related to Distal Jet appliance
Abstract : Distal Jet appliance is a maxillary device used for distalization of 1st upper molars, which may be necessary to gain space in the upper arch or to correct a class II molar relationship. Its use is associated with anchorage loss, similarly to other intraoral distalizer. The aim of this study is evaluating dentoalveolar..
- Cervical Vertebral Index (CVM) and Middle Phalanx Maturation Index(MPM): assessment of optimal treatment timing in orthodontics
Abstract : The purpose of this review is to analyze two different type of growth index and their use in orthodontic practice. Introduction: CVM index and MPM index are the most used in order to take advantage from pubertal growth spurt in the orthopedic and orthodontic treatment. Material and Method: For this review scientific ar..
- Maxillofacial features in patients with Noonan Syndrome
Introduction: Noonan syndrome(NS) is a congenital disease characterized by low stature, chest deformity showing a pectus excavatum, cardiac abnormalities, in particular pulmonary stenosis, facial dysmorphism, hearing problems and dysmorphism of the ears , haematological alterations, cryptorchidism, brachydatility, mental retardation..
- EVALUATION OF FRICTION OF SELF-LIGATING DAMON 3 BRACKET AND CONVENTIONAL BRACKETS SYSTEM: A REVIEW.
Abstract : Objective: evaluation of friction forces between Damon bracket and conventional bracket considering invitro studies of literature.Materials and methods: evaluation of thirteen in vitro studies of literature from 1998 to 2016.Results: the production of low friction by self- ligating bracket depends to diameter of archwi..
- Frenkel 2 and Bionator: dental and skeletal effects. A systematic review.
Abstract : It is known that a Class II division 1 malocclusion is generally considered a heterogeneous generic malocclusion, with individuals presenting either with a prognathic maxilla and a normal mandible, or a normal maxilla and a retrognathic mandible, or even a combination of both. It has been observed that usually one of t..
- Pendulum appliance: skeletal and dentoalveolar effects. A systematic review.
Abstract : Pendulum appliance in combination with fixed appliances can be considered an effective protocol for treatment of Class II malocclusion in the absence of mandibular crowding and severe skeletal discrepancies. In patients with second class malocclusion, the pandulum has a dentoalveolar effect distalizing the upper molars..
- Myobrace: functional and dental effect in the same device
Abstract : The interceptive and/or preventive orthodontic is a treatment used in primary and mixeddentition. Myobrace is a removed, preformed appliance that can be used to treat malocclusionduring the growing period. It is built with the purpose of joining the benefits of a functionalappliance with the alignment effect. The aim o..
- 3D IMAGING IN ORTHODONTICS: TECHNIQUES, USE AND LANDMARK IDENTIFICATION
Abstract : When counting all the different kind of tools available for orthodontists in their daily routine, imaging definitely has to be mentioned as it is of huge aid in evaluating and recording size and form of craniofacial structures. The development of imaging technologies led, in the last few years, to the introduction of n..
- Orthopedic and orthodontic features in patients with Apert syndrome: review of literature
Abstract: In the PubMed accessible literature, studies about maxillo-facial features of Apert Syndrome and about its interdisciplinary orthodontic and surgical treatment is rare. Apert's syndrome is a malformation characterized by craniosynostosis, midface hypoplasia, ocular manifestations (hypertelorism) and syndactyly of the h..
- A Pilot Study of a Device and Drug Therapy for ADHD
Background: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty paying attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. The medical community has been largely unable to standardize an accepted definition of ADHD as indicated by the medical community′s differing definitions accor..
- EVALUATION OF PAIN DURING RAPID MAXILLARY EXPANSION TREATMENTS: A REVIEW
Abstract : Objective: to evaluate pain perception during rapid maxillary expansion treatments considering the type ofactivation protocol, the type of anchoring, the gender and the age association with perception of pain.Materials and methods: rating of six studies from 2000 to 2017 featuring in literatureResults: patients reporte..
- Open bite and treatment in growing patient
Abstract : The aim of this study is presenting a review about the open-bite treatment in the growing patient in order to assess the effectiveness of the early treatment in reducing open bite. Methods: Literature review has been conducted through PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, LILACS, VHL, and WEB OF SCIENCE. Results and Conclu..
- Miniscrew - Assisted Rapid Palatal Expander (Marpe): A Efficient Alternative Treatment of axillary Transverse Deficiency
Abstract: Maxillary deficiency is a very common problem in orthodontic patients. Various appliances and treatment protocols have been developed and used; the most common is rapid maxillary expansion (RME) performed with a tooth-anchor expander. However it has been a general perception that the predictability of orthopedic expans..
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of clear aligners therapy in orthodontic tooth movement
Abstract : The aim of our study was to evaluate the effectiveness, in the dental movement, of orthodontic therapy with invisible aligners. This is a literature review conducted by using several scientific databases to search for studies that answer to our question. Among selectionated studies, although not all of them enjoyed a l..
- Corticotomy, a surgical technique to accelerate orthodontic dental movement
Abstract: Corticotomy is a surgical method employed to accelerate orthodontic dental movement in adult patients. It refers to osteotomy of cortical bone and leads to a faster bone turnover and to a state of local transient osteopenia, with a lower resistance to dental displacement. A review of literature on electronic database P..
- The use of Frankel -3 in Class III Malocclusion: Short term and Long term effects
Abstract : The aim of this article is to make a revision of literature to investigate the effectiveness of therapy with Frankel III in children affected by class III malocclusion, differentiating between short-term and long-term effects...
- The effectiveness of Herbst appliance in II class malocclusion
Abstract : The aim of this review is to evaluate the effectiveness of using Herbst Appliance in II class malocclusion caused by a backward mandibular position. Herbst has an high clinical success rate, indeed it is one of the most used devices. Materials and method: For this review scientific articles found in data base like PubM..
- The role of orthodontist in OSAS diagnosis during childhood.
Abstract : In the last years OSAS in children is becoming object of large scientific interest. Indeed, in the last 10 years, more than 1000 articles have been written about pediatric OSAS. The role of this article is to describe the disease and show why the orthodontist has a special role in recognizing the affected patients...
- Place-based psychosocial interventions in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico
Abstract : Hurricane Maria impacted the island of Puerto Rico with winds exceeding 155 miles per hour. The heavy winds and floods and mud slides caused cause destruction to natural and built environment. The island was deprived of drinking water, electricity, communications, access to medical facilities or obtain life saving medi..
- Clinical features of maxillary lateral incisor agenesis and associated dental anomalies: a systematic review
Abstract : The maxillary lateral incisor is the second most frequently missing tooth in the dental arch. The aim of this study was to review literature data for maxillary lateral incisor agenesis, unilateral and bilateral, and associated dental anomalies in an orthodontic population. Research suggests that several clinical feat..
- Orthodontic management of missing maxillary lateral incisors: a systematic review
Abstract : Agenesis of maxillary lateral incisor often present a significant clinical challenge for orthodontists because, in a number of cases, the treatment duration is prolonged and the treatment outcome may be compromised. The aim of this article is to outline some of the traits of the multidisciplinary management of agenesis..
- The relationship between temporomandibular disorders and posture: a systematic review
Abstract : Nowadays temporomandibular disorders are often critically reviewed both on a diagnostic and a therapeutic point of view. This happens as a result of the huge number or patients visiting a specialist because of articular dysfunctions, temporo-mandibular pain, headaches, postural and muscular disorders recognizing as a c..
- A Critical Review of the Prevalence of Coronary Heart Disease in South Asians (Indians)
Abstract: The prevalence of coronary heart disease (CHD) in South Asian (Indians) populations continues to be greater than the prevalence observed in people of European descent. The death rate attributed to CHD is also greatest in India. Through a combination of unique risk factors, potential causes for this observed difference ..
- A Gain of Function NKCC2 Mutation in a Patient with Chronic Cyclic Edema
Abstract: Background: We report a 20 y.o. female with chronic cyclic edema who has a homozygous R116H substitution in the SLC12A1 gene. The patient was normotensive without any serum electrolyte or metabolic acid-base abnormalities. Urine studies showed significantly reduced 24 hr excretion of Na+, K+, Cl-, Ca2+, and Mg2+..
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