A case series of orthodontic traction of maxillary impacted canine.

Impacted maxillary canine is frequently encountered in clinical practice. Being the cornerstone of the dentition, orthodontic traction of impacted canine is always desirable in order to achieve successful functional occlusion. The aim of this case series is to illustrate different methods employed for orthodontic traction of maxillary impacted canine.

Expressional Analysis of MSX1 (Human) Revealed its Role in Sagittal Jaw Relationship.

Introduction: Abnormal skeletal jaw relationships is an important factor causing difficulty in speech, mastication, sleep and social interaction, thus affect the overall well being of an individual.

Aim: The present study was an attempt to decipher the role of human MSX1 in terms of sagittal jaw relationship by employing Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) based analysis.

Materials And Methods: Ninety-eight case subjects belonging to North India with skeletal Class II and Class III jaw relationships were selected.

Treatment of Bi-maxillary Protrusion with Impacted Maxillary and Mandibular Canines: Case Report.

Bi-maxillary protrusion in adolescent patients has traditionally been treated by extraction of the four first premolars and retraction ofthe anterior teeth. The ectopic eruption of the maxiIlary permanent canines is a frequently encountered clinical problem. Orthodontic treatment of the impacted teeth remains a challenge for clinicians.

Effect of Oral Appliance for Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

To analyze therapeutic and clinical efficacy of mandibular advancement device (MAD) on snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Thirty patients with OSA were recruited on the basis ofpolysomnography with an Apnea and Hypopnea Index (AHI) greater than 5 but less than 30. Repeat polysomnography was performed in follow up with the appliance in place.

Evaluation of metronidazole nanofibers in patients with chronic periodontitis: A clinical study.

Aim: Prevention of periodontal disease progression is the primary goal of periodontal therapy. When conventional therapy is found to be inadequate in achieving periodontal health in chronic periodontitis, local antimicrobial agents are used as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP), which produces encouraging results. In the present study, an attempt was made to develop a low-dose controlled-release delivery system for the treatment of periodontal infections.

Corrosion behavior of titanium wires: an in vitro study.

Context: Teeth and restorations are subjected continuously to degradation in hostile physical and chemical environments, resulting in corrosion. Component of liquid or solid is an important factor influencing the corrosion of metallic appliances placed in the oral cavity.

Aims: To study in vitro corrosion of titanium wires immersed in solutions of toothpaste and chocolate in artificial saliva.