Science Updates

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Biolux Research Announces Pilot Study Results and Development Plans for New Intraoral Device for Light Accelerated Orthodontics

OrthoPulse iO is a photobiomodulation product for accelerating orthodontic treatment.

Researchers Look at Enamel Damage From Debonding

A new study, published in The Angle Orthodontist, looked at the presence of enamel within the bracket base remnants after debonding.

Researchers Assess Factors Affecting Clinical Success of Orthodontic Anchorage

The findings showed that to improve success rates, local inflammation should be monitored and controlled, force application should be 4 weeks after insertion; and the location for placement of TADs should be good quality bone with keratinized mucosa.

A New Study Looks at Skeletal Changes Following Rapid Maxillary Expansion

The study assessed the three-dimensional skeletal response to a standardized 5 mm of RME in children between the ages of 6 and 15 years who exhibited maxillary width deficiency and crowding.

Study Finds Lower Self-Esteem and Poorer Oral Health Associated with Dentofacial Deformities

The study, published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, looked at the tendency of patients with dentofacial deformities to exhibit poorer oral health-related quality of life.

Orthodontic Treatment Not a Significant Source of Metal Ion Exposure

Results of a study published in The Angle Orthodontist show that orthodontic treatment is not a significant source of patient exposure to metal ions—specifically nickel, chromium, and copper.

South Carolina Orthodontist Patents New Orthodontic Bracket System

The bracket system is designed to provide multiple force vectors in different directions simultaneously, reducing patient time in braces.

Align Technology Expands its 2013 Research Award Program

Up to $275,000 in funding is available to North American and international universities for clear aligner therapy and intra-oral scanner research.

ADA Says Evidence Lacking for Routine Use of Antibiotics for Joint Replacement Patients

The ADA finds insufficient evidence to recommend routine use of antibiotics for patients with orthopaedic implants to prevent infections prior to having dental procedures.

ADA Updates Dental X-Ray Recommendations

The recommendations, developed in collaboration with the FDA, are aimed at decreasing radiation exposure to patients.

New Study Looks at How Adult Patients Adjust to Orthodontic Appliances

The findings show that while lingual and Invisalign appliances were associated with higher levels of pain, Invisalign patients reported the lowest level of oral symptoms.

Effectiveness of Computer-Assisted Orthodontic Treatment Varies with Tooth Type

A new study finds that the effectiveness of computer-assisted orthodontic treatment technology to achieve predicted tooth position varies with tooth type and dimension of movement.

Water Contamination Has Varying Effect on Sheer Bond Strength of Self-Ligating Brackets

A new study, published in the journal Oral Sciences International, evaluated the effect of water contamination on the sheer bond strength and adhesive remnant index score of self-ligating brackets.

Orthodontic Residents Report Lack of Experience, Not Motivation, for Treating Patients with Craniofacial Anomalies

A recent study finds that while orthodontic residents are motivated to treat patients with cleft lip and palate, they may lack the training and experience.

Researchers Look at the Effect of Temperature on the Mechanical Behavior of NiTi Initial Archwires

Which Hurt More: Conventional or Self-Ligating Brackets?

Study Compares Performance of Self-Ligating and Conventional Brackets

A retrospective cohort study compared 34 patients treated by SmartClip brackets from 3M Unitek to 35 patients treated by conventional preadjusted Victory series brackets (also 3M Unitek) and ligated by stainless steel wire ligatures.

Study Finds That Dental Bib Clips Harbor Bacteria Even After Disinfection

A new study finds that bib clips used during orthodontic procedures had three times the bacterial load of those used during endodontic procedures, suggesting that the nature of dental treatment impacts the number of bacteria present on the clips.

Researchers Explore the Long-term Skeletal and Dental Effects of Functional Appliances in Treating Class II Malocclusion

The article, published in <i>The Angle Orthodontist</i> looks at the effects of using Bionator or Activator appliances followed by fixed appliances.

Study Finds Miniscrew Length and Shape Impacts Success of Orthodontic Anchorage

Longer and conical screws were associated with greater success, while miniscrews applied to medium quality bone had a lower failure rate than those applied to high- and low-quality bone.

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