Effect of Probiotic Toothpaste on Enamel Mineralization and Levels in Cleft Orthodontic Patients-A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Objective: To assess the effectiveness of probiotic and fluoride toothpaste on enamel mineralization and levels in cleft lip and/or palate patients undergoing fixed orthodontic appliance therapy.

Design: A randomized comparative trial with a 1:1 allocation ratio.

Participants: Thirty-two patients with cleft lip and/or palate undergoing fixed orthodontic appliances were recruited.

Rotations of teeth-a systematic review.

Background: Rotations are frequently evaluated through various assessment methods of crowding and arch dimension, with relatively few studies discussing the extent or direction of rotations and even fewer addressing the reliability of such assessments. This systematic review aims to comprehensively analyze existing classification systems for rotated teeth and assess rotation in anterior and posterior teeth, its clinical applicability, and its impact on retention and relapse.

Search Methods: Two investigators conducted a comprehensive search in six databases, namely, PubMed, Scopus, Ovid, LILACS, Web of Science, and Cochrane CENTRAL, up to 28 March 2024.

Microbial flora surrounding orthodontic temporary skeletal anchorage devices: A systematic review.

Aim: The oral cavity harbours distinct microorganisms, which create a unique microenvironment. These microorganisms might trigger inflammatory reactions in the host, potentially leading to inflammation that can question the stability of temporary skeletal anchorage devices(TSADs). This study aimed to systematically review the literature on the type of microorganisms around TSADs.

Quantum of incisal compensation in skeletal class III malocclusion: a cross-sectional study.

Objectives: Skeletal class III malocclusion presents either with maxillary retrognathism, mandibular excess, or a combination. Dentoalveolar compensations occur with maxillary incisor proclination and mandibular incisor retroclination. The aim of this study is to quantify the amount of incisal compensation in class III skeletal malocclusion and correlate it to the severity of the skeletal base.

The effect of chewing gum on the rate of en-masse space closure: A randomised controlled trial.

Aim: To evaluate the effect of chewing gum on the rate of space closure, oral hygiene, pain during space closure and appliance breakage in patients undergoing fixed appliance therapy.

Design: A prospective, single-centre, two-arm, parallel, double-blinded randomised controlled trial.

Setting: Orthodontic unit of a privately funded hospital, Chennai, India.

Prevalence of different types of interproximal contacts in the permanent dentition - a study cast evaluation.

Background: A new classification called OXIS was proposed for categorizing the interproximal contacts of primary molars, modified for the primary canines and its prevalence was established. No such information is available for the permanent dentition. Hence, the aim was to establish the variations in interproximal contacts of the permanent dentition and thereby modify the OXIS classification of primary molars and primary canines to the permanent dentition.

Cervical spine changes with functional appliance treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: Cervical spine posture is related to craniofacial morphology, airway, gait and body posture. This posture may be influenced by the changes in the mandibular position brought about by functional appliance therapy. Therefore, this systematic review aimed to assess the changes in the cervical spine posture with functional appliance treatment in Skeletal Class II subjects.

Alveolar Bone and Gingival Changes in Mandibular Anterior Region Following Herbst Appliance Therapy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Objective: To assess the alveolar bone changes and gingival recession following Herbst appliance therapy.

Materials And Methods: Electronic databases such as PubMed, Ovid, Cochrane Library, Lilacs, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase were searched until August 2022. Hand-searching of major orthodontic journals was performed to identify all peer-reviewed articles potentially relevant to the review.

Posttreatment Stability Following Facemask Therapy in Patients with Skeletal Class III Malocclusion: A Systematic Review.

Background: Skeletal class III malocclusion is a challenging condition that orthodontists frequently come across. The facemask (FM) is a device commonly used to treat this malocclusion. However, the stability of this orthopedic correction remains unclear, and collective documentation of the short-, mid-, and long-term stability after FM therapy is necessary.

Effectiveness of Functional Mandibular Advancer in Patients with Class II Malocclusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Objective: We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of functional mandibular advancer (FMA) in treating growing patients with Class II malocclusion.

Methods: Electronic searches were conducted in MEDLINE (via PubMed), Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and Lilacs from 1945 to 30 November 2021. Studies were selected based on the following inclusion criteria: human studies, Class II growing patient treated with FMA, untreated control group or a comparable group treated with another fixed functional appliance, pre- and post-treatment lateral cephalograms/magnetic resonance imaging/cone-beam computed tomography, randomized clinical trials, prospective studies, and retrospective studies.

Evaluation of pain intensity with prostaglandin E2 biomarker and visual analog scale during initiation of orthodontic treatment: A prospective study.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess subjectively and objectively, at which timepoint the patient undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment will have maximum pain during the initiation of orthodontic treatment.

Materials And Method: A total of 22 patients (21 ± 2.7 years, [15 female and 7 male]) requiring extraction of maxillary first premolar participated in the study.

The effect of active oxygen-containing toothpaste on Streptococcus mutans and white spot lesions: An in-vivo randomized controlled trial.

Introduction: Fixed appliances limit patients' ability to clean their teeth, thus making orthodontic patients highly susceptible to developing white spot lesions (WSLs). Using patient compliance would be one of the simplest methods to prevent WSLs.

Methods: A parallel trial design with 34 patients that met the eligibility criteria were randomized to experimental (received Blue M oxygen for health toothpaste) and control (received Colgate Total fluoridated toothpaste) groups.

The Evaluation of Maxillary Sinus Dimensions in Different Craniofacial Patterns: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review was intended to evaluate the maxillary sinus dimensions in vertical and sagittal craniofacial patterns and to assess if there was a difference among the craniofacial patterns. A systematic search was performed in seven databases till February 2021. The risk of bias was performed with modified Newcastle Ottawa scale.

Antimicrobial efficacy of zinc oxide nanoparticle-coated aligners on Streptococcus mutans and Candidaalbicans.

Introduction: This study aimed to assess the antimicrobial effect of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanocoating on aligners.

Methods: Twenty-six samples of aligners were sputter-coated with ZnO nanoparticles and compared with 26 uncoated samples. The antimicrobial effect was assessed on Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans.

Modified OXIS classification for primary canines.

A new classification called OXIS was proposed for categorising the interproximal contacts of primary molars, and its prevalence was established. The aim of this study was to establish the variations in interproximal contacts of primary canines and thereby modify the OXIS classification of primary molars to primary canines. Additionally, we aimed to estimate the applicability of modifications to primary anterior teeth.

Collum angle of the anterior teeth: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: To assess and evaluate the collum angle (CA) of the anterior teeth of the permanent dentition.

Methods: A search in seven databases for articles that had measured the CA in sagittal malocclusions was conducted until November 30, 2021. The risk of bias was assessed using the Modified Newcastle Ottawa scale.

Cranial Base Angle in Patients With Cleft Lip and Palate-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Diverse findings have been reported for the cranial base angle (CBA) in patients with CLP (cleft lip and palate) and non-CLP controls. The aim of this study is to assess and evaluate the CBA in patients with CLP and non-CLP controls. Data from PubMed, OVID Technologies, Inc.

Impact of oral appliance therapy on quality of life (QoL) in patients with obstructive sleep apnea - a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Treatment of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) using mandibular advancement appliances enhances the airway and may be an alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in individuals with reduced adherence to CPAP therapy. The effectiveness as well as improved patient compliance associated with these appliances may improve the quality of life in patients with OSA. The aim of this systematic review of studies was to determine the improvement in quality of life amongst patients with OSA who were treated with an oral appliance.

Radiographic predictors of maxillary canine impaction in mixed and early permanent dentition - A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background/objective: Early diagnosis and the interception of potential impaction is the most desirable approach for management of impacted canines. Several radiographic predictors have been previously proposed to predict canine impaction. Hence the aim of this systematic review was to identify the most effective radiographic predictors of maxillary canine impaction.

Proximal enamel thickness of the permanent teeth: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: This systematic review aimed to identify, evaluate, and provide a synthesis of the available literature on the proximal enamel thickness (PET) of permanent teeth.

Methods: The eligibility criteria were studies that assessed the PET of the permanent teeth. A search of studies in Medline (via PubMed), the Cochrane Library, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and Lilacs databases that measured PET was conducted until August 31, 2020.

Long-term hard and soft tissue response following isolated genioplasty: a systematic review.

Purpose: Genioplasty facilitates alteration of the chin position and contour which contributes to aesthetics and function. The response of the hard and soft tissues following genioplasty has not been assessed after a year or more of the surgery being performed. Hence, the aim of this systematic review was to assess the response of the hard and soft tissues occurring at least 1 year after the procedure.