Enhancing orthodontic treatment control with fish scale-derived hydroxyapatite nanoparticles: Insights from an animal model study.

Objectives: This study investigates the impact of injected fish-scale-derived hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (FsHA-NPs) on orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) and the width of the periodontal ligament (PDL) space.

Materials And Methods: Twenty-six Wistar rats underwent mesial orthodontic traction with a force of 50 g for 21 days. Following the application of the orthodontic appliance, the rats were randomly divided into two groups: a control group, which received a 0.

Impact of assessing smile parameters as part of orthodontic treatment planning - a survey based analysis.

Background: Smile forms an imporatnt aspect of facial analysis, as it contributes to overall facial esthetics. Many orthodontists pay more attention to cephalometric radiograph; and profile assessment to improve their patients' esthetics; however, the facial attractiveness of the individuals is obviously improved through enhancing their smiles. This study was aimed at evaluating the impact of analyzing certain smile esthetic parameters on diagnosis and treatment plan for individuals seeking orthodontic treatment.