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A new QUALIS for the Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics
In the most recent QUALIS, published at the end of 2016, Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics (DPJO) was upgraded from B3 to B2 stratum by the journals evaluation committee of CAPES (Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Pers...
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SKELETAL ZYGOMATIC-SUPPORTED DEVICE IS EFFECTIVE FOR THE CORRECTION OF SKELETAL CLASS II MALOCCLUSION
Since the early days of Orthodontics as a specialty, the treatment of unilateral Class II malocclusion is effectively performed with the use of asymmetrical extraoral devices. However, due to the widespread appreciation of esthetics by t...
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Third molars and premolars extraction in conventional orthodontics and in treatments based on maxillary bone remodeling with temporary anchorage: indications and care
A bone is an anatomic structure in constant remodeling, with different, mutant and wonderfully inconstant designs. With every new and immediate functional demand, there are changes in cortical thickness, trabecular bone density and also...
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An interview with Jimmy C. Boley
I could say that the feeling of editing this interview is astonishing. I met Dr. Jim Boley when I was only 10 years old. At that time, I lived in Dallas with my family and I remember very well the good friendship he had with my parents,...
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Deformation of nickel-titanium closed coil springs: an in vitro study
Objective: The aim of this paper was to determine the amount of deformation in four commercial brands of nickeltitanium closed springs. Methods: A total of 130 springs were divided into 13 subgroups, according to their features and manuf...
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Effect of nanotechnology in self-etch bonding systems on the shear bond strength of stainless steel orthodontic brackets
Objective: To evaluate the effect of silica dioxide (SiO2) nanofillers in different bonding systems on shear bond strength (SBS) and mode of failure of orthodontic brackets at two experimental times. Methods: Ninety-six intact premolars...
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Photoelastic analysis of stress generated by Connecticut Intrusion Arch (CIA)
Objective: The present in vitro study evaluated, by means of the photoelastic technique, the effects generated by the Connecticut Intrusion Arch (CIA), with a 90o bend on the distal surface of molar tubes and using the 4 x 2 appliance on...
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Are there differences between comparison methods used to evaluate the accuracy and reliability of digital models?
Objectives: The accuracy and reliability of plaster models and digital models acquired with two different surface laser scanners were tested by means of three methods: measurement with calipers, digital measurement with proper software a...
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Evaluation of facial attractiveness in black people according to the subjective facial analysis criteria
Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the facial attractiveness in 30 black individuals, according to the Subjective Facial Analysis criteria. Methods: Frontal and profile view photographs of 30 black individuals were ev...
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Prototype to measure bracket debonding force in vivo
Introduction: Material biodegradation that occurs in the mouth may interfere in the bonding strength between the bracket and the enamel, causing lower bond strength values in vivo, in comparison with in vitro studies. Objective: To devel...
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Three dimensional evaluation of alveolar bone changes in response to different rapid palatal expansion activation rates
Introduction: The aim of this multi-center retrospective study was to quantify the changes in alveolar bone height and thickness after using two different rapid palatal expansion (RPE) activation protocols, and to determine whether a mor...
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Frictionless segmented mechanics for controlled space closure
Extraction spaces may be needed to achieve specific orthodontic goals of positioning the dentition in harmony with the craniofacial complex. However, the fundamental reality that determines the occlusion final position is the control exe...
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Non-surgical treatment of transverse deficiency in adults using Microimplant-assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE)
Introduction: Maxillary transverse deficiency is a highly prevalent malocclusion present in all age groups, from primary to permanent dentition. If not treated on time, it can aggravate and evolve to a more complex malocclusion, hinderin...
