Accuracy and Reproducibility of Semidigital Versus Fully Digital Cephalometric Tracings Using a New Computer Program Versus Conventional Methods (Gold Standards): A Preliminary Study.

Cephalometric tracing can be done either conventionally or using computers. Digital dentistry and digital orthodontics have considerably facilitated procedures. Still, their diagnostic accuracy needs assessment.

Comparative Efficacy of Laser Versus Conventional Method in the Success of Circumferential Supracrestal Fiberotomy in Orthodontic Patients: A Systematic Review.

The relapse of rotated teeth is a significant concern in orthodontics, and circumferential supracrestal fiberotomy (CSF) presents a potential solution. Traditionally, CSF is performed using a surgical blade; however, employing a laser may reduce complications. This study aimed to systematically review the literature comparing laser-assisted CSF with conventional methods in orthodontic patients.

Maxillary labial frenectomy: a randomized, controlled comparative study of two blue (445 nm) and infrared (980 nm) diode lasers versus surgical scalpel.

Background: This study aimed to compare the intra and postoperative complications of frenectomy procedure with a surgical scalpel versus 445 nm and 980 nm diode lasers.

Methods: This randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted on 174 patients requiring maxillary labial frenectomy. After completion of fixed orthodontic treatment and primary closure of maxillary diastema, the patients were randomly assigned into three groups (n = 58): group 1 (frenectomy via 445 nm diode laser, continuous-wave, 1.

Morphological evaluation of maxillary arch in unilateral buccally and palatally impacted canines: a cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT)-based study in Northern Iran.

Purpose: This study investigated the association between the maxillary impacted canines' position and the maxilla's morphological features in an Iranian population based on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images.

Material And Methods: In this cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study, 47 CBCT images of unilateral buccally impacted maxillary canines and 47 CBCT images of unilateral palatally impacted maxillary canines were examined. Several morphological variables were compared between the impacted and non-impacted sides, and between the buccal and palatal impaction types.

Radiological Evaluation of the Accuracy of Demirjian, Nolla, and Willems Methods for Dental Age Estimation in 3-17-Year-Old Iranian Children.

The stage of tooth formation is one of the most reliable indicators for predicting a patient's developmental age by radiographs. This study compared the accuracy of three distinct dental age estimation methods (Demirjian, Nolla, and Willems) in children aged 3-17 in the northern Iranian population. This cross-sectional study examined panoramic radiographs of 434 children aged 3-17 from Mazandaran Province, Iran, who had teeth 31-37 present on the left mandible.

An Adult Case of Crouzon Syndrome: Diagnostic Features and Treatment Modalities.

Craniosynostosis syndromes are birth defects characterized by the premature fusion of one or more cranial sutures before the completion of brain growth and development. Crouzon syndrome (CS) is the most common craniosynostosis condition. The CS manifestations result from the early fusion of superior and posterior sutures of the maxilla along the orbital wall and affect the cranial vault, base, orbital, and maxillary regions.

In Vitro Comparative Evaluation of the Efficacy of Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy, Chlorhexidine, Sodium Fluoride, and Hydrogen Peroxide for Acrylic Resin Disinfection.

Plaque accumulation on the surface of removable orthodontic appliances could lead to dental caries, periodontitis, and fungal infections. This study evaluated the effectiveness of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT), chlorhexidine (CHX), sodium fluoride (NaF), and hydrogen peroxide (HO) for the disinfection of acrylic resin. In this in vitro experimental study, 100 acrylic resin specimens were randomly divided into five groups (n=20 each): , , , , and .

Associations across 22 dental and craniovertebral anomalies or variations, sagittal skeletal relationships, and vertical growth patterns: a comprehensive epidemiological study of 43 dentoskeletal traits.

Introduction: Despite researchers' recent interest in identifying links between some dental and craniovertebral abnormalities, there are many important, unassessed gaps in our knowledge of this matter. In addition, previous samples were small. This large study aimed to examine, for the first time, the occurrence/severity of numerous dental and skeletal anomalies or variations and their correlations with each other and with growth patterns.

Comparison of shear bond strength of rebonded brackets prepared with different methods of resin removal: an in vitro study.

Clinicians and researchers have always made every effort to achieve proper bonding between the surface of the tooth and the rebonded orthodontic brackets in order to prevent the re-fracture failure of orthodontic pressures throughout treatment. The aim of this study was to determine the bond strength of rebonded brackets by four adhesive removal methods.

Associations between body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) with the dental health component of the index of orthodontic treatment need (IOTN-DHC) and other BDD risk factors in orthodontic patients: A preliminary study.

Objective: Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder that may be negatively associated with the self-image. It might be associated with orthodontic treatment demand and outcome, and therefore is important. Thus, this study was conducted.

Relationship between Craniovertebral Abnormalities and Maxillary Lateral Incisors Agenesis: A Case-Control Study.

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate whether the sella turcica bridging (STB) and ponticulus posticous (PP) are associated with the congenital missing maxillary lateral incisor (CMMLI), based on lateral cephalograms of patients who needed orthodontic treatment.

Materials And Methods: This case-control study examined 160 panoramic images and lateral cephalograms of 2000 patients seeking orthodontic treatment. The case group included 80 patients with CMMLI (40 with unilateral and 40 with bilateral CMMLI) and the control group included 80 patients without CMMLI.

Short-term and long-term alterations of condylar position after bilateral sagittal split ramus osteotomy for mandibular setback: A preliminary before-after clinical trial.

Background: Because of the importance of the condyle, it is crucial to document all changes in its position after orthognathic surgery. Since previous studies in this regard are mostly controversial and limited by two-dimensional radiography technique, this study was conducted.

Materials And Methods: This prospective clinical trial was performed on 102 measurements (17 patients, 2 condyles each, and 3 time points).

Effects of Novel versus Conventional Porcelain Surface Treatments on Shear Bond Strength of Orthodontic Brackets: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background: Despite the importance of identifying proper novel porcelain preparation techniques to improve bonding of orthodontic brackets to porcelain surfaces, and despite the highly controversial results on this subject, no systematic review or meta-analysis exists in this regard.

Objective: To comparatively summarize the effects of all the available porcelain surface treatments on the shear bond strength (SBS) and adhesive remnant index (ARI) of orthodontic brackets (metal, ceramic, polycarbonate) bonded to feldspathic porcelain restorations. .

Effects of probiotic and fluoride mouthrinses on in dental plaque around orthodontic brackets: A preliminary explorative randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Background: Although it is shown that probiotic agents might reduce , no study has evaluated this effect in the form of probiotic mouthrinse. The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of probiotic experimental mouthwash versus sodium fluoride and placebo mouthwashes on the number of present in dental plaque around orthodontic brackets in fixed orthodontic patients.

Materials And Methods: This study was a randomized clinical trial.

Diode laser chairside frenectomy in orthodontics: A case series (DIODE LASER FRENECTOMY: CASE SERIES).

Offering the whole orthodontic and surgical treatment to the patient as a single package in a one office can save them considerable time and the trouble. Diode laser enables orthodontists to do so while enjoying its benefits over the scalpel.

Efficacy of compound topical anesthesia combined with photobiomodulation therapy in pain control for placement of orthodontic miniscrew: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.

This study aims to investigate the effect of compound topical anesthetic (CTA) application combined with photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) on the level of pain perceived during placement of miniscrews and 24 h post the procedure in the buccal side of the maxillary bone. This randomized, prospective, single-center, split-mouth, double-blinded study included 25 subjects (12 males and 13 females, aged 16 to 35). Two anesthetic techniques before implantation were performed including Profound gel +PBM with 980 nm diode laser and local anesthesia with 2% lidocaine hydrochloride.

Shear Bond Strength of the Metal Bracket to Zirconium Ceramic Restoration Treated by the Nd: YAG Laser and Other Methods: An In Vitro Microscopic Study.

Providing reliable bonding of the bracket base and the zirconia surface is required to apply orthodontic force. The purpose of this scientific experiment was to evaluate the efficacy of three different methods of surface preparation for Zirconia, including surface roughening, sandblasting and the Nd: YAG laser, in the shear bond strength (SBS) of the orthodontic brackets. Fifty-four discs of zirconia were divided into three groups of 18: A) Hydrofluoric acid etching, B) sandblasting, and C) Nd: irradiation using the power of 1.

Associations among palatal impaction of canine, sella turcica bridging, and ponticulus posticus (atlas arcuate foramen).

Introduction: The palatal impaction of canine (PIC) can be predicted by some head and neck skeletal anomalies or variants. Since studies on this regard (especially vertebral anomalies) are scarce, this study was conducted.

Methods: This case-control study was done on 46 PIC orthodontic patients (34 females, 12 males) and 46 control orthodontic patients (36 females, 10 males).

Correlations among chronological age, cervical vertebral maturation index, and Demirjian developmental stage of the maxillary and mandibular canines and second molars.

Purpose: Estimation of growth spurt from chronological age or dental development is of clinical interest to orthodontists. Since results in this regard are highly controversial and limited, this study was conducted to investigate associations among chronological age, skeletal development (cervical vertebral maturity [CVM]), and dental calcification (Demirjian) in girls and boys, independently.

Methods: Panoramic radiographs and lateral cephalographs of 112 boys and 112 girls were evaluated.

Effects of 6 different chemical treatments on force kinetics of memory elastic chains versus conventional chains: An in vitro study.

Introduction: Effects of different oral hygiene controls on force kinetics of memory elastic chains are not assessed adequately or in the case of many oral care products, non-existent. This study assessed these.

Material And Methods: This in-vitro study was performed on 647 observations of 132 elastic chains assessed at 5 intervals.

Clinical Feature and Genetics in Rett Syndrome: A Report on Iranian Patients.

Objectives: Rett syndrome is characterized by normal development for the first 6-18 months of life followed by the loss of fine and gross motor skills and the ability to engage in social interaction. In most patients, mutations are found in methyl CpG-binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene. We investigated the relation between Rett clinical diagnosis and mutations in MECP2.

Relationship between bridging and dimensions of sella turcica with classification of craniofacial skeleton.

Purpose: In orthodontics, it is essential to determine the craniofacial skeleton pattern (class I, II, III) for planning treatment. Sella turcica bridging that is seen on lateral cephalometric radiographs is considered as a normal finding. This study aimed to compare sella turcica bridging and its dimensions in patients with various craniofacial patterns.

Effects of fixed orthodontic treatment and two new mouth rinses on gingival health: A prospective cohort followed by a single-blind placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial.

Introduction: Routine brushing protocols might not suffice to reduce the increased plaque accumulation in orthodontic patients. Antimicrobial mouth rinses are favorable in this regard. This two-phase study evaluated the effects of orthodontic treatment and the application of two mouthwashes not studied before on oral health indices.