Periodontal status following orthodontic mini-screw insertion: A prospective clinical split-mouth study.

Background: Anchorage control is one of the most important determinants of orthodontic treatments. Mini-screws are used to achieve the desired anchorage. Despite all their advantages, there is a possibility that treatment will not be successful due to conditions related to their interaction with the periodontal tissue.

Does maxillary superior repositioning affect nasal airway function?

This study aimed to assess nasal airflow, nasal resistance, and the cross-sectional area of the nasal cavity in patients who have had maxillary superior repositioning (MSR). This is a cross-sectional study, and nasal airflow, nasal resistance, and the cross-sectional area of the nasal cavity were evaluated by rhinometry and acoustic rhinometry techniques in patients who had had MSR. Thirty-two patients were studied, and the mean (SD) MSR was 5.

Effect of open rhinoplasty on the smile line.

Purpose: Open rhinoplasty is an esthetic surgical technique that is becoming increasingly popular, and can affect the nose and upper lip compartments. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of open rhinoplasty on tooth show and the smile line.

Patients And Methods: The study participants were 61 patients with a mean age of 24.