Mondo ortodonticoPub Date : 2012-06-01DOI: 10.1016/j.mor.2011.09.001
L. Poletti, F. Scaglione, S.M. Tripodi, L. Esposito, G. Farronato
{"title":"Trattamento ortopedico in pazienti con III classe scheletrica: una revisione sistematica","authors":"L. Poletti, F. Scaglione, S.M. Tripodi, L. Esposito, G. Farronato","doi":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>To evaluate the efficacy of orthopedic devices for maxillary protraction in patients with class III malocclusion, with reference to the indications for and timing of treatment and the short-term and long-term outcomes.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>This study is based on a review of the literature (CCTs, RCTs, reviews, metanalyses) published during the period from January 2000 to May 2011.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Fifteen articles were selected for review on the basis of explicit criteria for inclusion and exclusion. The articles differed from one another in terms of the treatments assessed (devices, protocols, and timing).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>Orthopedic maxillary protraction devices are indicated for correction of class III malocclusion in patients under 10 years old of age. They appear to be effective on the basis of short-term observations; no long-term outcomes have been reported thus far.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":76176,"journal":{"name":"Mondo ortodontico","volume":"37 3","pages":"Pages 96-106"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.mor.2011.09.001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"54950694","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mondo ortodonticoPub Date : 2012-04-01DOI: 10.1016/j.mor.2011.11.001
G. Padricelli, A. Monsurrò, V. Grassia, L. Perillo
{"title":"La frequenza delle anomalie dentarie nei pazienti affetti da cheilognatopalatoschisi","authors":"G. Padricelli, A. Monsurrò, V. Grassia, L. Perillo","doi":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.11.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.11.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>The purpose of this study was to investigate dental abnormalities in children with cleft lip and palate (CLP) in order to identify the most prevalent anomalies and the teeth most frequently affected.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>We analyzed orthopanoramics X-rays (OPT), computed tomography Dental Scans, clinical records, and dental casts from 18 consecutive patients (10 boys, 8 girls; mean age 11.2 years, range: 6 to 18), with CLP (complete or incomplete, mono- or bilateral) and recorded the presence of the following anomalies: supernumerary teeth, agenesis, shape and size anomalies, ectopic and dystopic eruptions, rotations and retained teeth.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>The most frequent abnormalities were: agenesis (prevalence: 22.5%), ectopic and dystopic eruption (19.3%), rotations (17.7%), shape and size anomalies (16.1%), and retained teeth (14.5%). The most frequently affected teeth were the lateral (45.1%) and central incisors (32.2%), the cuspids (14.5%), and the second bicuspid (6.4%). Lateral incisors were usually missing (39.2%) or retained (21.4%), while central incisors were more often rotated (50%) or deformed (25%). The cuspids were ectopic (66.6%) or retained (23%), while the bicuspids were missing (25%), retained (25%), or presented alterations in number (25%) or shape/size (25%).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>Each subject presented at least one dental anomaly. This high frequency indicates that identification of these anomalies is fundamental for appropriate management of cleft lip and palate.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":76176,"journal":{"name":"Mondo ortodontico","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 46-55"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.mor.2011.11.001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"54951448","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mondo ortodonticoPub Date : 2012-04-01DOI: 10.1016/j.mor.2011.12.002
M. Clementini , C. Agrestini , M. Mucedero , P. Cozza
{"title":"Trattamento ortodontico-chirurgico di canini mascellari inclusi. Caso clinico","authors":"M. Clementini , C. Agrestini , M. Mucedero , P. Cozza","doi":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.12.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.12.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>Combined surgical-orthodontic treatment of impacted maxillary canines has advanced significantly in recent years, regarding management of both hard and soft tissues and forces of traction. The aim of this report is to describe a combined surgical-orthodontic approach used to treat an impacted maxillary canine and to evaluate the functional and esthetic results after 5 years of follow-up.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>A 13-year-old boy was seen in the Operative Unit of Orthodontics of Policlinico Tor Vergata in Rome. Radiographic images showed intraosseous impaction of tooth no. 2.3 in a setting of late mixed dentition, and the patient was scheduled for the combined surgical-orthodontic treatment.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Five years after the combined treatment, the patient presented good occlusal stability.</p><p>The maxillary canine that had been orthodontically repositioned showed keratinized mucosa of adequate width on the facial side with a margin that followed the course of the enamel-cement junction. Bleeding was absent on probing, the periodontal pocket depth was <4<!--> <!-->mm, and there was no radiographically evident bone loss.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>The combined surgical-orthodontic technique used in this case (closed eruption towards the center of the alveolar ridge associated with conservative periodontal surgery, the acid-etch technique, and controlled orthodontic traction) simulates physiological tooth eruption and results in proper alignment with good periodontal results. It should thus be regarded as the treatment of choice for impacted teeth whose eruption is not precluded by the position of the tooth and/or the presence of ankylosis.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":76176,"journal":{"name":"Mondo ortodontico","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 70-76"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.mor.2011.12.002","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"54951553","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mondo ortodonticoPub Date : 2012-04-01DOI: 10.1016/j.mor.2012.01.002
A. Carroccio , C. La Monaca , M. Castellano , G. Galluccio
{"title":"Secondi molari inclusi: aspetti eziopatogenetici, clinici, diagnostici e terapeutici","authors":"A. Carroccio , C. La Monaca , M. Castellano , G. Galluccio","doi":"10.1016/j.mor.2012.01.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mor.2012.01.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>In the field of dental impaction, particular attention has recently been focused on problems related to the non-eruption of the molars. The aim of this report is to provide clinicians with useful information for immediate management of this condition.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>After a preliminary review of the mechanisms underlying eruption and eruption-related disorders, the authors examine in detail epidemiological, pathogenetic, clinical, and therapeutic aspects of impacted molars. This is followed by a review of the literature on the disimpaction procedures and an analysis of the personal experience of the authors.</p></div><div><h3>Results and Conclusions</h3><p>Accurate knowledge of the etiopathogenetic mechanisms and careful monitoring allow prompt diagnosis and treatment of these disorders, which increase the likelihood of successful outcomes.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":76176,"journal":{"name":"Mondo ortodontico","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 56-69"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.mor.2012.01.002","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"54951713","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mondo ortodonticoPub Date : 2012-04-01DOI: 10.1016/j.mor.2011.10.001
V. Paoloni, C. Pavoni, P. Cozza
{"title":"Fattori prognostici dell’eruzione dell’incisivo permanente incluso","authors":"V. Paoloni, C. Pavoni, P. Cozza","doi":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.10.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.10.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>The aim of the present review was to identify factors influencing the eruption of impacted permanent incisors.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>Mitchell and Bennet evaluated the distance of the unerupted permanent tooth from the occlusal plane and classified it as: <em>near</em> (vertical displacement: crown of the impacted tooth is at the level of the coronal third of the root of the adjacent tooth; horizontal displacement: > half the width of the tooth itself); <em>mid</em> (vertical: the tooth is at the level of the middle third of the root of the adjacent tooth; horizontal displacement: > ½ but < 1 times the width of the tooth); <em>far</em><strong>,</strong> greater displacement. Smailiene et al. analyzed the vertical position of impacted permanent incisors in relation to the contralateral erupted central incisor. They defined three positions: <em>v1</em>, the crown is at the level of the gingival third of the root of the adjacent permanent incisor; <em>v2</em>, the crown is at the level of middle third of the root; <em>v3</em>, the crown is at the level of apical third of the root. Bryan et al. estimated inclination of the unerupted tooth calculated as the angle between its long axis and the mid-sagittal plane.</p></div><div><h3>Results and conclusions</h3><p>These methods are easy to perform and effective for predicting the spontaneous eruption of malposed incisors. The vertical position of the tooth and the angle between its long axis and the mid-sagittal plane appear to be important factors for predicting eruption.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":76176,"journal":{"name":"Mondo ortodontico","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 40-45"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.mor.2011.10.001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"54951292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mondo ortodonticoPub Date : 2012-02-01DOI: 10.1016/j.mor.2011.07.001
F. Pachì, R. Turlà, A. Proietti Checchi
{"title":"Valutazioni posturali in pazienti con crossbite posteriore monolaterale","authors":"F. Pachì, R. Turlà, A. Proietti Checchi","doi":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.07.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mor.2011.07.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>To evaluate the body posture and plantar arches of patients with posterior unilateral crossbite.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>We examined 24 patients: 12 with posterior unilateral crossbites (study group) and 12 with no orthodontic problems in the transversal plane (controls group). Each participant was subjected to a baropodometric evaluation with the eyes open and stabilometric evaluations with the eyes closed and open. These variables were evaluated: percentage of body weight distributed on each foot, length and velocity of oscillations from the body's center of pressure (COP) during testing with the eyes closed. Mean values and standard deviations were calculated for each variable. The Student's t-test was used to compare postural parameters of the two groups.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>The two groups differed significantly in terms of the length and velocity of sway.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>Posterior unilateral crossbite seems to influence postural stability.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":76176,"journal":{"name":"Mondo ortodontico","volume":"37 1","pages":"Pages 13-18"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1016/j.mor.2011.07.001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"54950669","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}