Root volume measurements of maxillary canines and lateral incisors in patients with unilateral maxillary canine impaction

Objective: This study aimed to assess root volumes of maxillary canines and adjacent lateral incisors in patients with unilateral maxillary canine impaction. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of 100 patients (49 females and 51 males)...

Autores: Farzaneh Ahrari, Mostafa Shahabi, Hossein Hosseini Zarch, Zahra Shadman,

Keywords: cone-beam computed tomography, Incisor, Impacted tooth, Tooth root, Buccal canine impaction,

Shared decision making for patients needing dentofacial orthopedics, orthognathic surgery, and conventional non-surgical fixed appliance therapy: a comparison between Pakistani patients’ and clinicians’ perspective

Introduction: Shared decision making (SDM) involves presenting patients with relevant information about a health issue and reaching a clinical decision based on their preferences. However, its application in orthodontics lacks documentation. Objective: This study aimed to assess and compare the...

Autores: Maheen Ahmed, Waqar Jeelani, Fatima Naz Najam, Mirza Ezaaf Shuja,

Keywords: Shared decision making, Dyadic OPTION scale, Patient involvement,

MARPE expander activation load with different configurations of extender arms heights: in-vitro evaluation

Objective: Evaluate the load mini-implants exert on the artificial bone when expanding the MARPE EX in three different extension arm configurations. Methods: A device simulating the human palate was fabricated and attached to a universal testing machine, for conducting tests with different MARPE...

Autores: Jurandir Antonio Barbosa, Cristiane Barros André, Roberta Tarkany Basting, Staell Ribeiro De Faria, Túlio Rodrigues De Andrade, Victor Angelo Martins Montalli,

Keywords: Mini-implants, MARPE technique, Rapid maxillary expansion in adults, Stresses,

Do the methods for cleaning the base of brackets used in indirect bonding interfere with adhesion to tooth enamel?

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the shear bond strength of metal brackets bonded with indirect bonding, under different surface treatment protocols. Material and Methods: 40 bovine teeth were randomly divided into four groups (n = 10), according to the type of surface...

Autores: Sergei Godeiro Fernandes Rabelo Caldas, Marcela Emílio De Araújo, Carlos Eduardo de Paiva Campos Nogueira Simão, Ana Luiza Ferreira Da Silva,

Keywords: orthodontics, Orthodontic brackets, Corrective, Shear strength,

Fluctuating arch symmetry: a comparison of two methods of assessment - applicability and efficiency

Introduction: Symmetry is balance, some correspondence in the size, form, and arrangements of parts on opposite sides of a plane, line, or point. The opposite of this concept is asymmetry, or imbalance. Objective: This retrospective study compared two methods for assessing arch symmetry with linear...

Autores: Thaís Marchini Oliveira, Simone Soares, Márcio De Menezes, Chiarella Sforza, Maria Giulia Rezende Pucciarelli, Eloá Cristina Passucci Ambrosio,

Keywords: Dental models , Dental arch, Asymmetry, Dental cast analysis, Methods,

Bibliometric analysis of publications on genetic polymorphism and external apical root resorption research

Objective: This study aimed to analyze the scientific production of genetic polymorphisms and external apical root resorption (EARR) to establish main findings, geographic trends, and research gaps for possible future investigations. Methods: Unrestricted publications were searched using the Scopus...

Autores: Liz Helena Moraes Pinheiro, Dalila Ferreira Silvano De Moura, Leonardo Santos Antunes, Lívia Azeredo Alves Antunes,

Keywords: Root resorption, External apical root resorption, Bibliometrics, Genetic polymorphism,

Orthodontic finishing errors detected in board-approved cases: common types and prediction

Objective: To report and rank orthodontic finishing errors recorded in the clinical phase of the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (BBO) examination and correlate pretreatment case complexity with orthodontic treatment outcomes. Materials and Methods: This single-center...

Autores: Luís Antônio De Arruda Aidar, Matheus Melo Pithon, Adilson Luiz Ramos, Lincoln Issamu Nojima, Heloísio De Rezende Leite, Mírian Aiko Nakane Matsumoto, Roberto Rocha, Guilherme De Araújo Almeida, Marcos Alan Vieira Bittencourt, Roberto Carlos Bodart Brandão, Jonas Capelli JR, José Valladares-neto, Carlos Alberto Estavanell Tavares,

Keywords: orthodontics, Treatment outcome, Dental Finishing,

Unveiling MRI-based structural phenotypes in temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis: implications for clinical practice and research

Introduction: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive degenerative disease characterized by the gradual degradation of cartilage, remodeling of subchondral bone, synovitis, and chronic pain. This condition impacts various large and small joints, including the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). However,...

Autores: Ricardo De Souza Tesch, Thayanne Brasil Barbosa Calcia, Diego De Nordenflycht,

Keywords: Temporomandibular joint, Osteoarthritis, Magnetic resonance imaging, Temporomandibular disorders,

Journal 2024 v29n4

Medidas do volume radicular de caninos e incisivos laterais superiores em pacientes com impacção unilateral de caninos superiores

Tomada de decisão compartilhada, para pacientes que necessitam de tratamento com ou sem cirurgia: uma comparação entre a perspectiva de pacientes e dentistas paquistaneses

Carga de ativação do expansor MARPE com diferentes configurações de alturas dos braços extensores: avaliação in vitro

Os métodos de limpeza da base de braquetes usados em colagem indireta interferem na adesão ao esmalte dentário?

Simetria flutuante da arcada: comparação de dois métodos de avaliação — aplicabilidade e eficiência

Análise bibliométrica de publicações sobre pesquisa de polimorfismo genético e reabsorção radicular apical externa

Falhas na finalização ortodôntica detectadas em casos aprovados em exames do Board: tipos mais comuns e predição

Desvendando os fenótipos estruturais baseados em ressonância magnética, na osteoartrite da articulação temporomandibular: implicações para a prática clínica e pesquisa