Orthodontics

An unusual case of SMMCI syndrome: supernumerary midline central incisor in siblings

This female was born pre-term at 36 weeks by emergency caesarean section due to foetal tachycardia. Several complications were reported such as low birth weight due to Intra-Uterine Growth Restriction...

Achieving correction of a posterior scissorbite with a mini-screw

Upper and lower alginate impressions were taken to construct both study and working models. Pre-treatment periapical views of the UR7 region were taken to establish the root morphology regarding...

An unusual presentation of dental transposition caused by digit-sucking

A 12-year-old boy was referred by his General Dental Practitioner (GDP) to the Leeds Dental Institute Orthodontic department. His main presenting complaint was that he was unhappy with his teeth...

First premolar ankylosis

A 13-year-old boy was referred to the Orthodontic Department of the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, with retained deciduous molars that appeared to be infra-occluded. The patient had no complaints...

Case report of a geminated premolar and hypodontia

A 14-year-old fit and healthy male was referred to the Orthodontic Department by a primary care specialist in Orthodontics for the removal of an impacted supernumerary in the upper right second...

Dilemma in closing the bite: a case of orthognathic surgery

A patient reported to the Department of Orthodontics with an inability to touch the front teeth. He reported a history of trauma to the maxillary anterior region in childhood, after which he noticed...

Tooth autotransplantation part 3: surgical planning and technique

Preparation for surgery may be considered in terms of management of bone in the recipient site, space maintenance or creation and management of any pathology associated with failing teeth in the...

Multiple unerupted teeth – an interesting challenge

The term PFE was coined by Proffit and Vig in their seminal research on the topic.4 It is a rare condition with a prevalence of 0.06%.5 Subsequent research has refuted some of their initial...

Primary failure of eruption – a review and case report

Treatment of patients with PFE can often be challenging. An interdisciplinary approach is required when considering the management of this rare condition. The various treatment options include:.

How to design and set up a clinical trial part 2: protocols and approvals

After the protocol, funding and sponsorship have been agreed, the necessary legal permissions and approvals must be sought.10.

Lingual orthodontics with customized functional appliance

An 18-year-old female patient reported to the department of orthodontics with a chief complaint of protrusive upper front teeth. No relevant medical and dental history was elicited. She was a...

Integrating lingual orthodontics into specialist practice

In 2016, the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) conducted a survey designed to gather data about adult orthodontics in the UK, which was sent to all members working in specialist practice.

Nasal considerations with the Le Fort I osteotomy

It is imperative that clinicians develop the clinical acumen to evaluate nasal morphology as part of a wider assessment of facial aesthetics..

Tooth autotransplantation 2: the interdisciplinary approach with emphasis on the orthodontic aspects

To achieve an optimal outcome from autotransplantation, it is essential to involve clinicians from different specialties with specific skills. The potential roles of the various team members are...