In Vivo Comparison of the Efficiency of En-Masse Retraction Using Temporary Anchorage Devices With and Without Orthodontic Appliances on the Posterior Teeth.

Objective: To compare the effectiveness of en-masse retraction of maxillary anterior teeth using temporary anchorage devices with and without orthodontic appliances on the posterior teeth.

Methods: In the study, 20 participants (18.25 ± 4.

Evaluation of Changes in Condylar Cartilage Thickness Using MRI and Ultrasound Imaging in Patients Treated by Mandibular Advancement With Myofunctional Appliance: An In-Vivo Pilot Study.

Introduction The changes occurring due to growth modulation of the condylar cartilage act as an important mechanism for mandibular advancement using myofunctional appliance therapy. So this study aims to evaluate the condylar cartilage thickness by using MRI and USG in patients undergoing myofunctional appliance therapy for mandibular advancement with the null hypothesis being that there are no changes seen in the thickness of condylar cartilage in growing children. Materials and methods A prospective evaluation of samples having skeletal Class-II malocclusion ranging between cervical vertebral maturation index (CVMI) stage II and III, requiring twin block functional therapy was performed.

Recurrent aphthous stomatitis: a review.

Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is a common clinical condition producing painful ulcerations in oral cavity. The diagnosis of RAS is based on well-defined clinical characteristics but the precise etiology and pathogenesis of RAS remain unclear. The present article provides a detailed review of the current concepts and knowledge of the etiology, pathogenesis, and management of RAS.