Artificial Intelligence for radiographic image analysis
Automated identification of landmarks on lateral cephalogram and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans can save time for the clinicians and act as a second set of eyes for analysis of radiographic images in diagnosis and treatment planning. Several machine-learning techniques have been utilized for this purpose with varying accuracies. However, high degree of variability in the clinical presentation of orthodontic patients, limitations of the algorithms, lack of labelled data, high compute power, etc. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - May 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Dr. Shivam Mehta, Dr. Yasir Suhail, Dr. Madhur Upadhyay Source Type: research
Possibilities of artificial Intelligence use in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning: image recognition and three-dimensional VTO
Orthodontic diagnosis is a comprehensive procedure that integrates various information obtained from the facial and occlusal structure as well as patient's individual needs. Hence it is not easy to imagine if the artificial intelligence(AI) would eventually replace the conventional diagnostic process. Nonetheless, recent advances in the machine learning and artificial intelligence have been applied to the cephalometric tracing and model analysis via automated image recognition, exhibiting relatively high reliability. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - May 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Yoon Jeong Choi, Kee-Joon Lee Source Type: research
The validity of an Artificial Intelligence Application for Assessment of Orthodontic Treatment Need from Clinical Images
: To assess the validity of a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) digital model to detect and localize orthodontic malocclusions from intraoral clinical images. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - May 15, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Sameh Talaat, Ahmed Kaboudan, Wael Talaat, Budi Kusnoto, Flavio Sanchez, Mohammed H. Elnagar, Christoph Bourauel, Ahmed Ghoneima Source Type: research
Reprint of canine impaction - A review of the prevalence, etiology, diagnosis and treatment
The signs and symptoms of canine impaction can vary, with patients only noticing symptoms when they are suffering from unsightly esthetics, faulty occlusion, or poor cranio-facial development. While various surgical interventions have been proposed to expose and help erupt impacted canines, these treatment modalities have a high degree of difficulty compared to other types of dental cosmetic surgeries. This paper focuses on multi-disciplinary strategies for treating and managing canine impaction, reviews patient and clinical selection criteria, and discusses the evidence underlying existing interventions to reduce complica...
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Yusuke Hamada, Celine Joyce Cornelius Timothius, Daniel Shin, Vanchit John Source Type: research
Reprint of: Uno, Dos, Tres: One Concept for Three Angle Classes
With the advantage of hindsight when examining treatments involving the use of miniscrew anchorage, it appears in a parallax view that moving from buccal interradicular alveolar insertion sites to the palate often affords more reliability and versatility for orthodontic biomechanics. Specifically, one specific palatal insertion site for miniscrews, combined with simple laboratory modifications of the transpalatal arch can be employed as anchorage to assist in the correction of a wide variety of malocclusions. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: S. Jay Bowman Source Type: research
Reprint of Canine Impaction- A Review of the Prevalence, Etiology, Diagnosis and Treatment
The signs and symptoms of canine impaction can vary, with patients only noticing symptoms when they are suffering from unsightly esthetics, faulty occlusion, or poor cranio-facial development. While various surgical interventions have been proposed to expose and help erupt impacted canines, these treatment modalities have a high degree of difficulty compared to other types of dental cosmetic surgeries. This paper focuses on multi-disciplinary strategies for treating and managing canine impaction, reviews patient and clinical selection criteria, and discusses the evidence underlying existing interventions to reduce complica...
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Yusuke Hamada, Celine Joyce Cornelius Timothius, Daniel Shin, Vanchit John Source Type: research
Reprint of Black Triangles: Preventing their occurrence, managing them when prevention is not practical
The interdental papilla is very important for an aesthetic smile. Black triangles are defined as the embrasures cervical to the interproximal contact that are not filled by gingival tissue. These spaces are the most negatively ranked gingival factor by laypeople. Management of black triangles requires high quality diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach must be considered mandatory to achieve a successful clinical outcome. Much of what is applicable is born from severely complicated periodontal regeneration and implant therapy. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Fernando Pugliese, Roger Hess, Leena Palomo Source Type: research
Reprint of Team Approach for Orthognathic Surgery
To ensure that orthognathic surgery is successful, functional aspects such as mastication, pronunciation, swallowing and aesthetic factors must be considered. For successful orthognathic surgery, the orthodontist and the surgeon must constantly study and discuss accurate facial analysis, presurgical orthodontics, choice of appropriate surgical methods, and postsurgical orthodontics.In this article, we will discuss the team approach for successful orthodontic treatment and orthognathic surgery, establishing close cooperation between the orthodontist and surgeon. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Je-Uk Park, Jae Hyun Park, Yoonji Kim, Chang-Hyen Kim, Yoon-Ah Kook Source Type: research
Reprint of The Role of Total Joint Replacement Surgery in the Orthognathic Patient
Alloplastic reconstruction of the temporomandibular joint, commonly referred to as total joint replacement, is used to treat end stage joint disease in a cohort of patients who present with a range of condylar pathology. In considering its role in the management of the orthognathic patient, it is helpful to categorize patients into those with primary pathology of the mandibular condyle or those with primary dentofacial deformity. The success of total joint replacement is predicated by the predictably stable results that are achieved when used in carefully selected clinical scenarios. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Nigel Shaun Matthews, Ben L. Hechler, Rishma Shah Source Type: research
Reprint of 21st Century Orthodontics: When Everything Works, Can Anything Matter?
At age 12, I had orthodontic treatment, during the course of which, I decided to become an orthodontist. $125 for two molar bands and some elastics seemed like a magical way to print money and thus, a clear pathway to my future. I always had good grades, so there was nothing to stand in the way of this trivial career plan. Further, in dental education and in many graduate programs, there are few choices to be made, so my plan had the soothing benefit of letting me go 15 years without any more career decisions. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 16, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Lysle E. Johnston Source Type: research
Outstanding, Yet Redundant? After All, you may be Another Choluteca Bridge!
We had not heard of the story behind the Choluteca Bridge (Figure 1) until recently. So, it's likely that many others wouldn't have either. After reading its story, one realizes what an excellent metaphor it is to the constantly changing dynamics in our specialty and how one might need to adapt to it. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 15, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Adith Venugopal, Nikhilesh Vaid, S.Jay Bowman Source Type: research
Introduction
This issue of Seminars in Orthodontics is devoted to Classic articles that have been previously published in Seminars. They were selected on the basis of past readership interest as well as the need for the presentation of both clinical and philosophical information during this global health crisis of Covid-19. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - March 1, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Elliott M. Moskowitz Source Type: research
Introduction
This issue of Seminars in Orthodontics has the theme of Essays. The unprecedented global health crisis has demanded a re-examination of the orthodontic specialty and dental profession at large. As such, adapting to the “new norm” has created challenges to the orthodontic clinician, academic institutions, continuing education, and communications in orthodontics. Uncharted areas in orthodontics have also demanded exploration beyond the use of orthodontic appliances, gadgets, and case presentations. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - December 1, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Olivier Nicolay Source Type: research
The Future of Pre-Doctoral Orthodontic Education Lies Within the Bakery Aisle
Evidence shows that general practitioners desire better pre-doctoral orthodontic education while in dental school. This is particularly critical for those who choose to perform minor tooth movement in private practice, which is pervasive. The key to the future of pre-doctoral orthodontic education lies in providing a thorough understanding of orthodontic diagnosis, including facial balance issues, which then provides a framework for focusing on limited treatment. A scenario based curriculum will be discussed that encourages understanding rather than memorization. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - November 16, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Howard A. Fine Source Type: research
Revisiting a futurist from the past: avrom king's predicitions, 40 years later
Back in 1979 when I was just a young pup, I had only been in ortho practice for about 2 years, Avrom King and his professional management group, Nexus, virtually shook the ground we walked on by theorizing that by the year 2000 dental services would be delivered in one of 3 tiers or models. The article I'm referring to was published in the November 1979 issue of the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics. The Journal's editor, Dr. Eugene Gottlieb interviewed King in a conversationally reproduced style. (Source: Seminars in Orthodontics)
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - November 13, 2020 Category: Dentistry Authors: Laurance Jerrold Source Type: research
