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Avaliação da influência da fotobiomodulação com LED no grau de reabsorção radicular apical dos incisivos superiores e inferiores de pacientes submetidos a tratamento ortodôntico com extrações

O objetivo neste estudo clínico retrospectivo foi avaliar o efeito da fototerapia com LED no grau de Reabsorção Radicular Apical (RRA) de incisivos superiores e inferiores durante a mecânica de retração anterior e comparar a Morfologia do Ápice Radicular (MAR) no início do tratamento com a RRA no...

Prevalência de oclusopatias em jovens de 12 anos de idade: impactos físicos, sociais e emocionais

As oclusopatias representam um importante problema de saúde pública por apresentarem alta prevalência, possibilidade de prevenção, tratamento e promoverem prejuízos significantes na qualidade de vida dos indivíduos acometidos. Assim, torna-se fundamental a realização de estudos que investiguem a...

Actividad antimicrobiana de adhesivo ortodóntico con nanopartículas de plata sobre Streptococcus mutans

Odontología (Ecuad.); 22 (2), 2020
La aparatología fija usada en ortodoncia dificulta una adecuada higiene bucal, en estas condiciones el de-sarrollo de lesiones cariosas puede ser una complicación, uno de los principales agentes etiológicos involu-crados es Streptococcus mutans. La nanotecnología con plata tiene una aplicación preve...

Micrographic evaluation of different widia compositions of orthodontic pliers submitted to peracetic acid and intensive use

Introduction: The sterilization and disinfection procedures should be adapted to the chemical profile of the metal alloys present in the instruments. Objective: This study aimed to perform a micrographic assessment on the surface characteristics of the widia of orthodontic pliers with two alloy composit...

Comparison of TNF-α and IL-1β Concentrations in Gingival Crevicular Fluid During Early Alignment Stage of Orthodontic Treatment in Adults and Adolescents

Abstract Objective: To compare the levels of TNF-α and IL-1β in the gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) during early leveling stage of orthodontic treatment. Material and Methods: This study was carried out on 20 orthodontic patients, including 10 teenagers and 10 adults. Before bonding, GCF was ...

Hyalinization and Molecular Pathways Involved in Orthodontic Tooth Movement: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract Objective: To systematically review the hyalinization of experimental tooth movement in humans and animals. Material and Methods: The electronic databases of MEDLINE, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, Institute for Scientific Information, and Google Scholar were searched for performing a syste...

Development of a Mobile Application for Acquiring Clinical and Laboratorial Skills and Abilities in Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

Abstract Objective: To develop an educational mobile application as a dynamic platform provided free of charge, including several clinical and laboratory protocols for a wider range of skills and greater knowledge on the strategic axes of child dental care: Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. Materia...

Association Between Psychosocial Status and Orthodontic Treatment Needs in Indonesian High School Students

Abstract Objective: To determine whether psychosocial status is associated with orthodontic treatment needs in high school students using the Psychosocial Impact of the Dental Aesthetic Questionnaire (PIDAQ) and the Index of Orthodontic Need (IOTN). Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study com...

Ricketts Cephalometric Analysis for Saudi Population

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the cephalometric norm for Saudi sample by Ricketts analysis (RA). Material and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, cephalometric radiographs were taken for 500 samples. The subjects included 250 males and 250 females. The ages of the subjects ranged from 18-30years....

Soft Tissue Cephalometric Measurements Among Malaysian Malays and Chinese

Abstract Objective: To obtain the standardized values of individuals of Malaysian Malay and Chinese for further relevant research, such as treatment planning and aesthetical considerations. Material and Methods: In this retrospective study, 440 (305 were Malays and 135 were Chinese) standardized latera...