Evaluating the Long-Term Effects of Orthodontic Treatment on Facial Esthetics and Aging.

Background: Orthodontic treatment is known to significantly impact facial esthetics, but there is a lack of long-term studies examining its effects, particularly in conjunction with the natural aging process. This study aims to fill this gap by investigating the enduring effects of orthodontic treatment on facial esthetics and aging over a 15-year period.

Materials And Methods: Three hundred orthodontic patients aged 12 to 25 at the start of treatment were included.

Evaluation of Shear Bond Strength of Orthodontic Brackets Bonded with Different Adhesives.

Background: There is necessary of dry operating field for bonding of orthodontic brackets. The presence of moisture can alter the bond strength. Hence, the aim of the present study was to evaluate the shear bond strength of orthodontic brackets with different adhesives.