Thickness of orthodontic clear aligners after thermoforming and after 10 days of intraoral exposure: a prospective clinical study
ConclusionConsidering the thickness changes, the thermoforming process is reliable both with active and passive aligner configurations. Also, the CA examined show good thickness stability after physiological intraoral ageing in a population of healthy adults. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - September 8, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Maxillary protraction with rapid maxillary expansion and facemask versus skeletal anchorage with mini-implants in class III patients: a non-randomized clinical trial
ConclusionsThe protocol with mini-implants may be an option for the correction of Class III due to maxillary deficiency. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - September 1, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Surgical-orthodontic approach for facial rejuvenation based on a reverse facelift
ConclusionsThe facial mask ages three dimensionally. MMA should be offered to patients who have insufficient skeletal projection and are considering improving their facial appearance beyond just correcting a malocclusion problem. The reverse facelift provides more soft-tissue support, resulting in mid- and lower-face rejuvenation. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - August 25, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Paediatricians ’ awareness on orthodontic problems and related conditions—a national survey
ConclusionsThe results of this study indicate that there was variability regarding orthodontic knowledge among paediatricians. Although the majority were aware of the importance of examination of the oral cavity, they did not have the appropriate knowledge to perform a full and systematic screening for orthodontic problems. The probability of referral was different for the various orthodontic anomalies. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - August 18, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Pediatricians ’ awareness on orthodontic problems and related conditions—a national survey
ConclusionsThe results of this study indicate that there was variability regarding orthodontic knowledge among paediatricians. Although the majority were aware of the importance of examination of the oral cavity, they did not have the appropriate knowledge to perform a full and systematic screening for orthodontic problems. The probability of referral was different for the various orthodontic anomalies. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - August 18, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
What effect does functional appliance treatment have on the temporomandibular joint? A systematic review with meta-analysis
ConclusionsCurrently existing evidence from controlled clinical studies on humans indicates that functional appliance treatment is associated with positional and skeletal alterations of the temporomandibular joint in the short term compared to untreated controls. However, the clinical relevance of these changes remains unclear, while the quality of existing evidence is low due to methodological issues of existing studies.Review registrationPROSPERO,CRD42018109271 (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - August 11, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Does audiovisual information affect anxiety and perceived pain levels in miniscrew application? — a within-person randomized controlled trial
ConclusionUsing an audiovisual method to inform patients about miniscrew placement increased anxiety levels but did not affect pain perception. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - July 31, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Correction to: Three-dimensional soft tissue changes according to skeletal changes after mandibular setback surgery by using cone-beam computed tomography and a structured light scanner
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Source: Progress in Orthodontics - July 25, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Correction to: Comparative evaluation of Icon ® resin infiltration and Clinpro™ XT varnish on colour and fluorescence changes of white spot lesions: a randomized controlled trial
In the publication of this article [1], there is an error in the Materials and methods section. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - July 25, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Survival of maxillary and mandibular bonded retainers 10 to 15 years after orthodontic treatment: a retrospective observational study
AbstractBackgroundThe long-term evidence regarding failures of fixed retainers is limited and the aim of this cohort study was to assess the long-term risk of failure of one type of maxillary and two types of mandibular fixed lingual retainers.Trial designRetrospective cohort study.MethodsEighty-eight patients in retention 10 –15 years after orthodontic treatment were included. The type of failure; number of failures per tooth, per patient, and retainer; and adverse effects were assessed by (1) a questionnaire, (2) clinical examination, and (3) screening patients’ clinical charts. Descriptive statistics were calcula t...
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - July 21, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Rapid maxillary expansion outcomes according to midpalatal suture maturation levels
ConclusionNon-significant changes were found between the two groups, and the null hypothesis was excepted. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - July 14, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Validation and reliability of a prototype orthodontic bracket debonding device equipped with force-sensitive resistor (FSR): a novel method of measuring orthodontic bracket debonding force in vivo
ConclusionA novel method of measuring in vivo orthodontic bracket debonding force has been introduced which proved to be validated, reliable, and safe in terms of enamel damage. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - July 7, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Three-dimensional soft tissue changes according to skeletal changes after mandibular setback surgery by using cone-beam computed tomography and a structured light scanner
ConclusionsSoft tissue changes according to hard tissue movement after MSS exhibited a distinct pattern of an increasing gradient from the lips to the chin in a transverse aspect. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - June 30, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Evaluating the treatment effectiveness and efficiency of Carriere Distalizer: a cephalometric and study model comparison of Class II appliances
ConclusionsThere is no clinically significant skeletal correction induced by Carriere Distalizer in growing patients. Carriere Distalizer can be applied to treatment of mild to moderate Class II dental malocclusion over 6 months on average, although the total treatment time may be prolonged due to various side effects. Overall, the Carriere Distalizer appears to be no more effective or efficient than alternatives in the treatment of Class II malocclusion. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - June 17, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Comparative evaluation of Icon ® resin infiltration and Clinpro™ XT varnish on colour and fluorescence changes of white spot lesions: a randomized controlled trial
ConclusionsClinpro ™ XT varnish showed significantly better improvement than Icon® resin infiltration in restoring the colour and lightness of the WSLs at 3 and 6 months. The fluorescence loss significantly recovered with both intervention methods between immediate application and at 6 months. However, Clinpro™ XT varnish-treated WSLs showed a statistically significant difference compared to the adjacent sound enamel at 6 months. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
Source: Progress in Orthodontics - June 16, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
