MALOCCLUSION

This study tested whether restoring proper chewing function through dental implants or braces could improve cognitive health in adults. Researchers enrolled 150 people with missing teeth or misaligned bites. They measured changes in brain activity, thinking skills, and mood. The …

This study tested whether low level laser therapy (LLLT) can reduce pain, speed up tooth movement, and improve gum health in people getting braces. 108 Pakistani patients aged 18-30 received either standard braces or braces plus laser treatment on their front teeth every three we…

This study compared two types of orthodontic appliances—removable braces and clear aligners—in 24 children aged 6 to 12 with crossbite. Researchers measured changes in speech, oral hygiene, pain, anxiety, and quality of life over two weeks. The goal was to understand how each app…

This completed study looked at how oral health problems like cavities and gum issues affect the daily lives of 454 preschool children in Portugal. Researchers asked parents about their child's oral health and its impact on the child and family. The goal was to understand which so…

This study looked at two types of clear aligners used to straighten teeth: single-layer and triple-layer plastic sheets. 66 people wore them for 10 days, and researchers tested how the aligners' strength, flexibility, and surface changed. The goal is to see which material holds u…

This study looked back at 420 patients who had jaw surgery after using either clear aligners or traditional metal braces. The goal was to see if the type of orthodontic preparation affected how smoothly the surgery went. Researchers checked things like how stable the jaw was duri…

This study tested two computer-guided techniques for placing tiny screws (miniscrews) in the roof of the mouth to help with orthodontic treatment. Forty people needing these screws were randomly assigned to have them placed using either a static surgical guide (a custom template)…

This study followed 4 people wearing clear aligners (like Invisalign) to see how often the small composite attachments bonded to teeth fall off. Researchers checked which types of attachments, tooth locations, and patient factors were linked to attachment loss over 6 months. The …

This study looked at how quickly different colored and clear elastic power chains used in braces lose their pulling force. Researchers measured force decay in 96 orthodontic patients over 6 weeks. The goal was to see if color or other factors like brushing and chewing affect how …

This study looked at two methods to widen the upper jaw in adults whose jawbone has fully grown. One method uses small screws anchored in the roof of the mouth, and the other adds tiny bone punctures to help the jaw separate more easily. Twenty-four adults took part, and the resu…