Approximately 20% of the population is affected by dentofacial deformities which may demonstrate myriad degrees of functional and aesthetic compromise. Moderate to severe occlusal discrepancies most often require combined orthodontic treatment and orthognathic surgery to attain the most stable results with optimal function and aesthetic outcomes. Orthognathic surgery is said to be the art and s...

When determining if treatment for malocclusion is indicated, the clinician must understand how the malocclusion affects the patient aesthetically, functionally, and biologically, as well as any impact of treatment. It is important to consult the patient and advise when a less invasive orthodontic treatment plan may be optimal. Once the patient is fully informed of the treatment options and desi...

Introduction: A study model is a precise three dimensional replica of patient’s dentition and plays an important role in treatment planning. Many digital multi-media applications have become available to the clinician and his or her staff to facilitate standard procedures in practice and management. The aim of this study is to evaluate reliability and validity of dental measurement made on dig...

This article aims to discuss current evidence and recommendations for cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in Orthodontics. In comparison to conventional radiograph, CBCT has higher radiation doses and, for this reason, is not a standard method of diagnosis in Orthodontics. Routine use of CBCT in substitution to conventional radiograph is considered an unaccepted practice. CBCT should be indica...

Orthognathic surgery and orthodontic therapy are desired by patients for a number of reasons, including facial asymmetry. The maxillary occlusal cant is commonly associated with combined treatment has been the choice correcting an cant. However, not all asymmetry surgical candidates, patient assessment selection remain critical components diagnosis planning. In this case report, declined any in...

Orthodontic workforce planning Historically, orthodontic workforce planning has proved difficult. In 1985 Stephens et al.1 predicted an oversupply of orthodontists and yet only 13 years later the Task Group for Orthodontics identified a shortfall and recommended a target of 480 general dental service specialist practitioners for the UK. This wide ranging and perspicacious report took into accou...

A 57-year-old man presented with mesial inclination of the lower right first molar caused by untreated loss of the second premolar. The occlusal relationship was restored by dental implant treatment following improvement of the intraoral environment by orthodontic therapy. At his initial visit, the interdental spacing in the molar-premolar region was inadequate, as the first molar had mesially ...

HIGHLIGHTS Ethanol, Periodontal ligament, Extracellular matrix, Orthodontic movement. Alcohol is a legal drug present in several drinks commonly used worldwide (chemically known as ethyl alcohol or ethanol). Alcohol consumption is associated with several disease conditions, ranging from mental disorders to organic alterations. One of the most deleterious effects of ethanol metabolism is related...