The Quick Fix device for pseudo-Class III: Resolving anterior crossbites (Part 2)

The Quick Fix* device is based on a typical 2 x 4 edgewise appliance and was designed for effective and efficient advancement of the maxillary incisors.²⁴The appliance consists of a rectangular stainless-steel arch wire, open coil springs, arch locks and Side Swipe auxiliaries.

Dec 21, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Quick-fix device for pseudo-Class III: Resolving anterior crossbites (Part 1)

The early resolution of a pseudo-Class III malocclusion appears to be one of the most successful and stable orthodontic procedures. The purpose of this article is to describe a simplified yet predictable mechanism for the correction of pseudo-Class III malocclusions and, with the addition of mini screws, treatment of some Class IIs.

Nov 8, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

How to whiten teeth, even underneath brackets

Written by three renowned researchers and clinicians, this article describes the use of a new dental whitening product based on hydrogen peroxide. The effect of this compound whitens dentin in multi-directional angles, reaching areas covered by brackets and making it possible to achieve teeth whitening under braces.

Oct 21, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Truths and consequences of orthodontic diagnostics

Cone-beam radiography is steering orthodontists in the right direction — leading straight to the most effective diagnosis for the patient. Treatment planning can only begin if the practitioner has a true picture of all of the facts, and cone-beam radiography provides those details that may be missed on 2-D images.

Jul 12, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

The age of digital imaging (Part 1 of 3)

Orthodontics is moving into the 21st century with digital and 3-D imaging. However, advancing one’s mindset and practice into the 21st century can be a daunting process. Selecting a technology to incorporate into your practice and deciding when and how to implement it are not simple decisions.

Jun 21, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Relapse: the elephant in the room

In a sweeping review on the subject, incorporating 40 years’ worth of articles, Bondemark et al. (2007) found the tenor of the debate on orthodontic relapse rested with which retention regimen is most effective. That the hot question in orthodontics today is whether bonded or removable retainers are more effective does not bode well for the future of our science.

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