The effect of salbutamol sulphate inhalation (an anti-asthmatic medication) on the surfaces of orthodontic Archwires.

Objectives: This study aimed to compare the surface roughness and friction of different orthodontic archwires after exposure to salbutamol sulphate inhalation, an anti-asthmatic medication.

Methods: Orthodontic archwires (stainless-steel [StSt], nickel-titanium [NiTi], beta-titanium [β-Ti], and copper-NiTi [Cu-NiTi]) were equally divided into two groups. The exposed groups were subjected to 20 mg salbutamol sulphate for 21 days and kept in artificial saliva.

Management of Concomitant Intrusion and Complicated Crown-Root Fracture Injury of Maxillary Central Incisors in a Child.

Dental intrusions are a severe type of injury because they impact the neurovascular supply of the tooth as well as the supporting tissues which predispose the tooth to necrosis and root resorption. Management of these injuries requires repositioning of the teeth under close monitoring to avoid complications. The management becomes more comprehensive when an intrusion is combined with other injuries, such as a crown-root fracture.

Anthropometric and Cephalometric Facial Characteristics of Adult Saudi Patients with Skeletal Class III Malocclusions.

Objectives: We aimed to assess adult Saudi patients' facial anthropometry and cephalometric characteristics with skeletal Class III malocclusions compared to Class I malocclusion patients.

Materials And Methods: Our cross-sectional study included a review of the orthodontic records of 108 patients: 54 patients with skeletal Class III malocclusions and 54 patients with skeletal Class I malocclusions, equally distributed between males and females. Using anthropometric landmarks, seven angular and eight linear measurements were recorded and compared between Class III and Class I patients.

The Relationship between Maxillary Sinus Volume and Different Cephalometric Characteristics in Orthodontics.

Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the maxillary sinus volume (MSV) in both genders in a Saudi sample and among different skeletal patterns.

Materials And Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study included 52 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of 18 years or older individuals with complete dentition and healthy medical history. MSV was measured as the mean value of both sides in cubic millimeters (mm) using OnDemand three-dimensional™ Dental.

Factors influencing the orthodontic treatment plan in Class II malocclusion.

Introduction: This study aimed to investigate the influence of orthodontists' demographics and patient characteristics on the orthodontic treatment plan decision for borderline Class II Division 1 malocclusion in growing patients.

Methods: An electronic survey was distributed to orthodontists through the American Association of Orthodontists. Participating orthodontists were asked to select their preferred orthodontic treatment plan for 3 patients with borderline Class II Division 1 malocclusion.

The Prevalence of Root Resorption after Orthodontic Treatment in Patients Attending a University Hospital Dental Clinic.

Introduction: After orthodontic treatment, some teeth undergo external root resorption due to different factors, such as the root shape, oral habits, biological and genetic factor, gender, and age. Furthermore, extraction cases, long treatment duration, and the amount of force applied during the treatment might be related to root resorption.

Materials And Methods: Panoramic radiographs for 226 patients treated in the orthodontic department were screened.

Clinical manifestations of gastrointestinal diseases in the oral cavity.

Aim: In this review, several gastrointestinal diseases that dentists may encounter in practice are highlighted and discussed.

Materials And Methods: Using MEDLINE (PubMed), a comprehensive review of gastrointestinal diseases and their oral cavity manifestations was performed.

Results: Many gastrointestinal diseases present with oral symptoms that are detectable by dentists and dental hygienists.

Morphological features of Class I, II and III malocclusions of Saudi adolescents.

Aims: This cross-sectional study compared and contrasted the morphological characteristics of Class I, II and III malocclusions in an adolescent Saudi population.

Methods: Adolescent Saudis with Angle's Class I, II and III malocclusions were selected from orthodontic patients' records. Angular and linear measurements were compared between the three groups.

Pulp volume changes after piezocision-assisted tooth movement: a randomized clinical trial.

Background: Orthodontic treatment may result in undesirable side effects, such as root resorption and a decrease in the size of the pulp tissue which could be associated with the duration of the orthodontic treatment. Piezocision-assisted tooth movement was introduced as a minimally invasive surgical procedure to shorten orthodontic treatment time. This prospective randomized clinical trial was aimed to compare the pulp volume changes of maxillary anterior teeth after en-masse retraction with or without piezocision-assisted orthodontics.

Mandibular symphysis dimensions in different sagittal and vertical skeletal relationships.

Background: The aim of this cross-sectional study was to compare the dimensions of mandibular symphysis (MS) between gender and the different sagittal and vertical skeletal relationships.

Material And Methods: Pre-treatment records of orthodontic patients were divided according to gender, sagittal (Class I, II and III) and vertical (decreased, average and increased mandibular plane [MP] angle) skeletal relationships. Measurements of MS parameters were performed on lateral cephalograms using IMAGEJ software.

Effect of piezocision corticotomy on en-masse retraction.

Objectives: To compare the amount of en-masse retraction with or without piezocision corticotomy, to assess the type of tooth movement, to evaluate root integrity after retraction, and to record reported pain levels.

Materials And Methods: This randomized, controlled clinical trial included 26 orthodontic patients requiring premolar extraction. The patients were divided into two groups: (1) an extraction with piezocision corticotomy group (PCG) and (2) an extraction-only group, which served as the control group (CG).

Depression is related to edentulism and lack of functional dentition: An analysis of NHANES data, 2005-2016.

Objective: Depression and tooth loss are significant health problems that affect individuals' functionality and quality of life. Comorbidity between depression and oral diseases has been reported. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between depression and tooth loss in a US representative adult sample.

Comparison of occlusal bite force distribution in subjects with different occlusal characteristics.

Objective: To analyze bite force distribution in subjects with different occlusal characteristics.

Methods: This prospective study included 132 candidates (50 males, 82 females) seeking orthodontic treatment, who were divided into four groups based on Angle's classification of malocclusion. T-Scan® III Version 7.

Occlusion time, occlusal balance and lateral occlusal scheme in subjects with various dental and skeletal characteristics: A prospective clinical study.

Objectives: To analyse occlusion time, occlusal balance and lateral occlusal scheme in subjects with various dental and skeletal characteristics.

Methods: A total of 132 subjects (50 males and 82 females) seeking orthodontic treatment were included in this prospective study. Using the T-Scan III version 7.

Anatomical consideration for optimal position of orthodontic miniscrews in the maxilla: a CBCT appraisal.

Background: Orthodontic miniscrews are commonly used as temporary anchorage devices. Bone thickness and bone depth are important factors when placing miniscrews. There are no studies to assess the maxillary bone thickness for optimum miniscrew placement in a Saudi population.

Granulomatous diseases: Oral manifestations and recommendations.

Granulomatous diseases may present with oral manifestations that are detectable by dental care providers. In certain cases, oral manifestations may precede systemic signs and symptoms. Dentists managing patients with these conditions may modify the dental treatment plan and possibly retain the support of other health professionals.

Tooth loss as a potential risk factor for deficient sleep: an analysis of a nationally representative sample of adults in the USA.

Purpose: Sleep deficiency is implicated as a risk factor for several systemic conditions. Loss of teeth has a profound effect on the individual's physiologic and psychologic health and quality of life. This study aimed to assess the association between tooth loss and sleep duration and determine if anterior and/or posterior tooth loss is a significant predictor.

Prevalence and morphological variations of maxillary sinus septa in different age groups: a CBCT analysis.

Background: There are limited data from Saudi Arabia on the prevalence and characteristics of maxillary sinus septa.

Objective: Determine the prevalence and morphological characteristics of septa in the maxillary sinus and their relationship to gender and age using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Design: Cross-sectional SETTING: CBCT images acquired from the maxillofacial radiology department in a dental school.

Efficacy and safety of acetaminophen and caffeine for the management of acute dental pain: A systematic review.

Aim: Because the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and opioids has several restrictions, this review evaluates the efficacy and safety of acetaminophen and caffeine for the management of dental pain.

Methods: A search of the literature was carried out looking for randomized controlled trials on the use of acetaminophen and caffeine for the management of dental pain, performed on humans and written in English, Italian, French or Arabic languages. The following databases were searched: PubMed, The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), Ovid Medline and Scopus.

Oral myofunctional therapy for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders: A systematic review.

: To investigate the role of oral myofunctional therapy for the treatment of temporomandibular disorders.: A search of the literature was carried out looking for randomized controlled trials performed on humans and written in English, Italian, French, and Arabic.: Four randomized controlled trials were found and evaluated by using the Study Quality Assessment Tool of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence.

The Difference in Cervical Vertebral Skeletal Maturation between Cleft Lip/Palate and Non-Cleft Lip/Palate Orthodontic Patients.

Objective: The aim was to evaluate differences in the cervical vertebral skeletal maturity of unilateral cleft lip and palate (UCLP) and non-cleft lip/palate (non-CLP) Saudi male orthodontic patients.

Method: This cross-sectional multicenter study took place at the dental school, King Saud University and King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between October 2014 and September 2015. The records of Saudi male orthodontic patients with UCLP ( = 69) were collected.

Long-term durability of orthodontic mini-implants.

The current study aimed at examining surface and chemical composition changes of retrieved mini-implants after different periods of service as aids of anchorage for orthodontic patients. This study examined 72 retrieved orthodontic self-tapping and self-drilling mini-implants, 1.7 mm in diameter and 8 mm in length (OrthoEasy system, Forestadent, Pforzheim, Germany) from 36 adult orthodontic patients (18 men and 18 women, mean age = 23 years).

Radiographic evaluation of dental age maturity in 3-17-years-old saudi children as an indicator of chronological age.

Objective: This study was aimed to evaluate the dental age in Saudi children from panoramic radiographs using the Demirjian method to estimate their chronological age.

Materials And Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study consisted of 1902 panoramic radiographs of 955 boys and 947 girls between the ages of 3-17 years. All children were placed in the age group closest to their chronological age.

Comparison of Fluoridated Miswak and Toothbrushing with Fluoridated Toothpaste on Plaque Removal and Fluoride Release.

Introduction: Dental caries and periodontal diseases are all induced by oral biofilm (dental plaque). This study was conducted to evaluate if fluoride-impregnated miswak is as effective in plaque removal and fluoride release as toothbrushing with fluoride toothpaste.

Materials And Methods: This single-blind, randomized, crossover study was conducted at the Department of Cariology, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden, from February 2010 to January 2011.