Publications by authors named "Nerija Spaicyte"

Background: A correct diagnosis of patients with an Angle Class II malocclusion is needed to guide treatment decisions toward the contributing jaw and to achieve better treatment outcomes. The aim of the study is to evaluate the diagnostic potential of the Fränkel manoeuvre (FM) for detecting the components determining sagittal discrepancy in Angle Class II division 1.

Materials And Methods: Anonymous questionnaires containing photographs were distributed totwo groups: general practitioner (GP) dentists and orthodontists.

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Background: There are a few hypotheses for the origin of palatally impacted canines (PIC). Nevertheless, the results of different studies are controversial.

Objective: Considering the evidence available in the literature to determine the skeletal and dentoalveolar dimensions in patients with PIC using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT).

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Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of functional rehabilitation in terms of mouth opening, quality of life, healing process, occlusion and dysfunction, between different treatment methods, after condylar fractures, based on the current literature.

Methods: Using the PRISMA guidelines in search of clinical trials published between 2011 and 2021, a literature analysis was performed. This search was conducted using the following Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) terms: rehabilitation OR mouth opening recovery OR function recovery AND mandibular fracture OR condylar fracture.

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Objective: To evaluate the efficiency of various interventions performed before and during orthodontic treatment which aim to reduce the incidence of WSL.

Materials And Methods: Using PRISMA guidelines in search of clinical trials published between 2017 and 2022, a literature analysis was performed. This search was conducted using following Medical Subject Heading (MeSH) terms in 2 databases: "prevention and control" AND "Orthodontics" AND "Tooth Demineralization".

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