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Precision of a Reflectance Spectrophotometer in Measuring Anterior Tooth Color
(2018)
Background:
Intraorally, a common instrumental approach for measuring tooth color is reflectance spectrophotometry.
Objective:
To evaluate the precision of a reflectance spectrophotometer in accurately measuring ...
An in vivo spectrophotometric evaluation of Vivera® and Essix® clear thermoplastic retainer discolouration
(2018-05-01)
Aim:
To assess the in vivo colour alterations of two different clear thermoplastic retainers.
Methods:
Thirty patients were randomly allocated into two Groups (N = 15) following the completion of active orthodontic ...
Pulpal and Periodontal Tissues Changes Associated with Le Fort I and Sagittal Split Ramus Osteotomies: A review
(2018)
Introduction:
Le Fort I and sagittal split ramus osteotomies are the most commonly performed orthognathic surgery procedures on the maxilla and mandible, respectively.
Techniques:
Despite progress in the techniques, ...
Performance of Hawley-type retainers: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials
(2018)
Background:
Although post-treatment changes are almost inevitable, and retention has long been recognized as one of the most critical and routine problems faced by orthodontists, there remains a lack of certainty regarding ...
Tooth wear during orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances: a systematic review
(2018)
Objectives:
Tooth wear, additional to the physiologic alterations of the dentition, may occur during orthodontic treatment. The objective of the present review was to investigate systematically the literature relevant to ...
In Vitro Assessment of Cytotoxicity and Estrogenicity of Vivera® Retainers
(2018-10)
Aim:
To investigate the cytotoxicity and estrogenicity of Vivera® retainers by assessing their biological behavioral effects as-received from the manufacturer and after retrieved from patients.
Materials and methods:
In ...
Effects of systemic medication on root resorption associated with orthodontic tooth movement: a systematic review of animal studies
(2018-07-09)
Background:
Theoretically, root resorption could be modulated by any medication taken that exhibits possible effects on the implicated molecular pathways.
Objectives:
To systematically investigate and appraise the ...
Effectiveness of extraction of primary canines for interceptive management of palatally displaced permanent canines: a systematic review and meta-analysis
(2018)
Background:
Although extraction of primary canines in the mixed dentition has been suggested as a measure to prevent impaction of palatally displaced permanent canines (PDCs), the relevant evidence has been inconclusive ...
Does common prescription medication affect the rate of orthodontic tooth movement? A systematic review
(2018-03-06)
Background:
As the taking of any medication may theoretically affect the complex pathways responsible for periodontal tissue homeostasis and the events leading to orthodontic tooth movement, it is considered important for ...