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February 2024

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Every month, The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists!

• The February issue previews the 2024 Annual Session in Lansing, highlighting 61 courses, 48 speakers, and Michigan’s largest dental exhibit hall
• A Feature article on The MDA Member Assistance Program: Real Help When You Need It
• News You Need, including The MDA announcement of John Tramontana as the new CEO/executive director
• The MDA Student Debt Resource Center
• Updates on the MDA website refresh
• Celebrating National Children’s …

Mda Foundation: What A Difference A Smile Makes, Anne Berquist

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

The 2023 round of scholarships awarded by the MDA Foundation totaled $31,000, more than twice the amount awarded in 2022. As a recipient of the MDA Foundation's Dr. George L. Bletsas Scholarship, Maya Scott, now a dental student, is dedicated to advocating for underserved minorities. Scott's journey into dentistry was shaped by her personal experiences with dental care and her desire to address health disparities. Growing up in challenging circumstances, orthodontic treatment transformed her smile and ignited her interest in dentistry. Her scholarship facilitates participation in dental missions and eases living expenses. With aspirations for general dentistry in underserved areas, …

Barriers And Facilitators For Dental Practitioners In Implementing Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy: A Scoping Review Protocol, Heuiwon Han, Mina Jawadi

International Journal of Orofacial Myology and Myofunctional Therapy

Purpose: Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) addresses various dental issues and has evolved significantly since its emergence in the early 20^th century. Despite its uses and effectiveness, the adoption of OMT among dental practitioners varies with a lack of comprehensive understanding in the field. This scoping review will aim to map the current evidence on OMT in dentistry, with a focus on the perspectives and attitudes of dental practitioners, as well as the barriers to and facilitators of its implementation in clinical practice.

Method: The planned scoping review adheres to the JBI methodology for scoping reviews guide, with data sourced …

The Reliability Of Soft Tissue Profile Analysis Comparing Photoshop And Cephalometric Measurements In Maxillary Protrusion Patients, Sara Usama Imam, Heba Dehis, Nagwa Elmangoury, Amr El-Beialy

Future Dental Journal

Abstract

Introduction: Cephalometric x-ray is considered as a crucial step in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning. However, patients nowadays, especially those pursuing cosmetic goals, are concerned about radiation dosages as a result of increased understanding. Therefore, the aim of this study is to provide a simple reliable, affordable and reproducible way to evaluate the soft tissue measures for creating an orthodontic treatment plan.

Methods: Comparing standardized profile photographs and lateral cephalograms were obtained from twenty-eight patients with maxillary protrusion of the age group between 14 – 24 years before and after retraction. Evaluation and comparison were done for cephalometric x-ray …

Evaluation Of Pain Perception Associated With Maxillary First Molars Distalization In The Presence Of Maxillary Third Molars Versus Extracted Third Molars Using Infra-Zygomatic Mini-Screws: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Nadeen H. Hafez, Yehya A. Mostafa, Amr E. El-Dakroury, Mostafa M. El-Dawlatly

Future Dental Journal

Aim: The purpose of this randomized clinical trial was to compare the pain associated with distalizing maxillary first molars with the presence versus extraction of unerupted third molars using infra-zygomaic mini -screws in a group of adolescent female patients.

Study design: This randomized clinical trial (parallel group design) was approved by the Research Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Dentistry, Future University in Egypt

Materials and methods: 30 patients requiring bilateral maxillary molar distalization using infra-zygomatic mini-implant were randomly allocated to third molar extraction (TME) or third Molar presence (TMP) groups

All patients were asked to assess their pain levels …

Comparing Program Compatibility For Dental Operators Between Different In-Office Clear Aligners Software, Karim Ibrahim Hammam, Essam Nassef, Mostafa Al Dawltaly

Future Dental Journal

Aim: The aim of the present study was to compare program compatibility for dental operators between different in office clear aligners software: (3D Maestro,3shape, BlueSky bio, Plainmeca). Materials and methods: 4 in office clear aligners software: (3D Maestro,3shape, BlueSky bio, Plainmeca) were used. Ten orthodontists were recruited for the evaluation process, A total of 48 casts were used including upper and lower arches for each case. Each orthodontist made a check mark on each option in the pre-made scoring template.A check mark with YES was given a One point, and a check mark with NO was given Zero point. Results: …

Assessment Of External Apical Root Resorption Following En-Masse And Two Steps Retraction In Maxillary Protrusion Cases: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial, Aya Ahmed El Ashwal, Heba Mohamed Dehis, Faten Eid

Future Dental Journal

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the degree of external apical root resorption (EARR) following En-masse retraction (EM) and compared it to two steps retraction technique (TS) using friction mechanics.

Materials and Methods: Thirty adult female with maxillary protrusion were randomly allocated by a computer sequence generator with 1:1 allocation ratio. EM group (mean age = 17.7 ± 1.89 years) and TS group (mean age = 17.7 ± 1.77 years). Mini-screws were inserted followed by first premolars extraction then randomization was accomplished. Patients received treatment with either EM procedure or TS to close the extraction spaces after …

Evaluation Of Trabecular Bone Around The Impacted Maxillary Canine On Cbct Images By Fractal Analysis, Zeynep Betül Arslan, Berrin Çelik

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the position, angulation and surrounding trabecular bone structure of a unilateral impacted maxillary canine (IMC) tooth using fractal analysis. Methods: Cone beam computed tomography images of 50 patients (38 female, 12 male) with unilateral IMC were selected for this retrospective study. A 25x25 pixel region of interest (ROI) was selected in the trabecular bone between the premolars on the impacted and non-impacted side and fractal analysis was conducted. The angulation of unilateral impacted canines was measured and the position was categorized as vestibular, intra-alveolar and palatal. Results: Of …

Elastic Recovery Properties Of Alginate Impression Materials Based On Red Algae Kappaphycus Alvarezii, Didin Erma Indahyani, Izzata Barid, Nafisah Nafisah, Depi Praharani, Agus Sumono, Niken Probosari, Sulistiyani Sulistiyani

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Alginate impression materials in dentistry are used to form details of the oral cavity organs. The alginate content in the impression material functions to form a gel. One source of alginate is algae. Objective: This study aims to determine the recovery elasticity and setting time of alginate impression materials made from red algae K. alvarezii. Methods: The sodium alginate in the composition of this alginate impression material was extracted from red algae K. alvarezii. The alginate impression material was tested for setting time and recovery elasticity and compared with commercial impression material (Hygedent®). Results: The elastic …

The Effect Of Several Electric Cigarette Puffs On Nanohybrid Composite Resin Surface Roughness, Alvi Rizqi Amaliyah, Haris Budi Widodo, Irfan Dwiandhono

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Nanohybrid composite resin is a dental restorative material comprising micro and nano-sized fillers. When accompanied by smoking habits, it can alter the surface roughness of composite resin. Objective: This study aimed to determine the effect of several electric cigarette (e-cigarette) puffs on the surface roughness of nanohybrid composite resin. Methods: This study was conducted in the experimental laboratory with a pretest-posttest control group design using 48 nanohybrid composite resin specimens divided into six groups. Subsequently, the experimental groups were exposed to 75, 150, 225, 300, and 450 puffs of e-cigarette, and the control group was given artificial saliva …

Comparison And Assessment Of Design, Handling Characteristics, And Efficacy Of Hand Instruments In Calculus Removal, Mohan Kumar Pasupuleti, Krishna Ganesh, Gautami S Penmetsa, Boddeda Anusha, Haripriya Narukurthi, Kommina Mouna Sahith

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: primary objective of periodontal therapy is to remove supra and subgingival deposits from the tooth surface to stop disease progression. The purpose of the study is to address the instrument selection and its efficacy in calculus removal. Methods: A total of 50 subjects who fulfilled the criteria were included in the study. Participants were subjected to a complete periodontal examination, and the responses from 50 dental house surgeons were compared based on the instrument design, handling characteristics, and efficacy of calculus removal by using two sets of instruments. Results: The LM instrument was rated as best …

Factors Affecting The Preference Of Orthodontic Appliances Among Undergraduate Students In West Jakarta, Joko Kusnoto, Lia H. Andayani, Budi Kusnoto

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Malocclusion’s negative impact is not only limited to dentofacial appearance but also related to quality of life. Nowadays, orthodontic treatment can be done using conventional fixed appliances, or removable appliances called clear aligners. The preference for orthodontic appliances can be affected by several factors, including patient characteristics, self-perception, psychosocial, and oral-disorder factors. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the factors affecting the preference for orthodontic appliances among undergraduate students in West Jakarta. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 244 undergraduate students were retrieved by purposive sampling from 7 universities located in West Jakarta. A self-administered questionnaire was used to …

Clinically Effective Regenerative Therapy For Primary Endodontic Lesions With Secondary Periodontal Lesions: A Case Report, Martina Amalia, Budi Budi, Iceu Estu Kurmaena, Nevi Yanti, Hesty Nurcahyanti, Aini Hariyani Nasution

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

The diagnosis and prognosis of teeth with endo-perio lesions present a major challenge for dentists. Proper diagnosis is critical in determining treatment and the long-term prognosis. However, treating complex endodontic and periodontal lesions is one of the most common challenges in current clinical practice. The coexistence of pulpal and periodontal tissue damage may complicate diagnosis and further influence dental prognosis. This article consists of a case report evaluating the efficacy of xenografts and resorbable membrane pericardium in treating bifurcation lesions associated with periodontal lesions of the left mandibular first molar. A 22-year-old female patient was referred by conservative dentistry with …

Management Of Ankyloglossia In A Non-Syndromic Patient Using A Super Pulsed Laser: A Life-Changing Treatment- A Case Report, Urfi Jawed, Afaf Zia, Ramniwas Kumawat, Afshan Bey, Maahin Mahmood

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: Ankyloglossia affects a person’s overall well-being and life, from malnutrition due to poor feeding and mechanical problems to psychological stress and low self-esteem, thus affecting social life. This case reports the use of non-scalpel techniques, such as a super pulsed laser, to manage ankyloglossia in a non-syndromic patient suffering from speech incompetence and restricted tongue mobility and highlights its advantages over other conventional techniques. Case Report: A 17-year-old male patient presented with a complaint of restricted tongue mobility, due to which he could not pronounce certain words clearly. As the patient was apprehensive about the use of …

Contents Vol 30 No 3 2023, Dr. Yuniardini Septorini Septorini Wimardhani

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

This is the content of Vol. 30 number 3 2023.

Dentistry And The Law: Requiring Proof Of Adoption/Retaining Orthodontic Models, Daniel Schulte Jd

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

In this Dentistry and the Law column, a dentist seeks guidance on handling a situation where racial differences between a child and an accompanying adult raised concerns during an examination, leading the dentist to request proof of adoption. The response clarifies that asking for proof of adoption is not illegal, citing relevant Michigan adoption statutes. The column advises adopting an office policy, emphasizing human trafficking training. Additionally, a dentist inquires about retaining orthodontic models and X-ray films. The answer recommends assuming orthodontic models are part of dental records, subject to a 10-year retention period. Patients can be given their models, …

Improved Super-Elastic Ti-Ni Alloy Wire (Isw) For Treatment Of Adult Angle Class Iii With Anterior Crossbite, Pin-Yu Chen, Yuan-Hou Chen, I-Jia Wang, Jian-Hong Yu

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

An adult female (35 years old) came for orthodontic consultation with a chief complaint of poor dental alignment with protruded mandible. Clinical findings revealed that Class III malocclusion with functional anterior crossbite. Low Hysteresis Improved Super-elastic TieNi alloy wire (ISW), developed by Tokyo Medical and Dental University with ISW curve applied over upper arch for flaring out the upper anterior tooth. MEAW technique applied on lower arch to correct a negative overjet. Treatment was completed within 41 months and patient was pleased with the improvement of appearance and dental alignment.

Substitution Of Maxillary Central Incisor With Forced Eruption Of Impacted Maxillary Canine, Wei-Lun Lim, Huei-Mei Tsai, Yu-Ling Cheng, Yuen-Yung Tsang, Ming-Jeaun Su, Chia-Yi Pan

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

This case report describes the orthodontic management of missing teeth and rehabilitation needs in a 26-year-old woman. Several missing teeth on her maxillary anterior esthetic zone, a poor prognosed left mandibular first molar and a missing right mandibular first molar was also found. The treatment plan included extraction of the unrestorable maxillary left incisor, surgical exposure and forced eruption of the impacted maxillary left canine. While on the lower arch, protraction of mandibular second and third molars was planned. A good functional occlusion was achieved after 42 months treatment duration. The transposed impacted maxillary left canine was orthodontically extruded and …

Distribution Of Different Skeletal And Dental Relations Among Orthodontic Patients In Recent 5 Years: A Retrospective Study, Zong-Zhe Tsai, Morton Chang, Yu-Chuan Tseng

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

The prevalence of malocclusion differs significantly from race to race. The cause of malocclusion could be multifactorial. Previous studies have demonstrated quantitative information on skeletal and dental relations in different countries. This study focuses on patients who had received orthodontic data collection and analysis in a specific medical center. Skeletal relation and Angle’s dental classification of male and female were statisticized and analyzed. Skeletal relation of Class I was 45.4%, Class II was 29.5%, and Class III was 25.1%. Angle’s dental classification of Class I was 39.3%; Class II was 30.8%; Class III was 29.9%. There was a statistically significant …

Comparison Of Lateral Cephalometry And Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Techniques For Measuring Alveolar Bone Thickness Around Maxillary Incisors, Farzaneh Ahrari, Mostafa Shahabi, Hossein Hosseini-Zarch, Mohammad Javad Alavi

Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics

Purpose: It is valuable to detect whether bone thickness measurements performed on lateral cephalograms reflect the values obtained from three-dimensional images. The present study compared lateral cephalometry and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) for evaluating alveolar bone thickness surrounding maxillary central incisors.

Methods: The study included the records of 55 patients who had both lateral cephalograms and CBCT scans of the maxilla. In cephalograms, the alveolar bone thickness was measured at the crestal, middle, and apical levels of maxillary incisors at the buccal and lingual sides. Bone thickness was also measured at the corresponding points on CBCT images, and the data …