Publications by authors named "M Yitschaky"

Objective: To examine changes in mandibular incisor proclination and protrusion resulting from alleviation of crowding.

Materials And Methods: Records of 96 patients from a private practice treated without extractions or interproximal enamel reduction in the mandibular arch were included. Pre- and post-treatment cephalograms and models were examined to determine changes in incisor proclination, protrusion and crowding.

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Background: Denture enhances the risk of Candida colonization because of adherence to acrylic base and interference with salivary rinsing. Acrylic orthodontic appliances may also create retentive areas for food debris and microbial pathogens; moreover, patients are instructed to use the retainers at night, when salivary secretion is reduced. We studied the Candida colonization in orthodontic patients using acrylic retainer.

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Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the association between black extrinsic tooth discoloration and caries prevalence in an adult population. This association has been previously shown in children and adolescents but has never been examined in an adult population.

Method And Materials: Young adults, aged 18 to 29 years old, were examined for black extrinsic tooth discoloration and caries prevalence.

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Orthodontic fixed retainer is widely used, as an orthodontic retention appliance, for nearly four decades. It answers the need for prolonged retention with minimum patient compliance. The effectiveness of fixed retainers was compared to other retention devices in several studies, and was found as effective as removable appliances.

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Treatment of open bite malocclusion is a challenge for both the orthodontist and the patient. The key to successful treatment are careful evaluation, that leads to correct diagnosis and treatment plan, as well as meticulous cooperation on behalf of the patient. There are many treatment options starting with follow up and orofacial myofunctional therapy, and concluding with orthosurgical correction.

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