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Assessment of Underrepresented Minority Enrollment in Orthodontic Residency Programs
(2022)This study examined current advanced orthodontic resident demographics and their association with factors residents’ rank as most important for residency program selection and future practice plans. A 10-question survey, ... -
Effect of Build Angle and Model Body Type (Solid vs Shell) on Accuracy of 3D-Printed Orthodontic Models Using a DLP Printer
(2022)This study examined the effect that print angulation and model body type (solid vs. shell) have on the accuracy of orthodontic models printed with a digital light processing (DLP) 3D printer. The following six configuration ... -
The Current Use of Soft Tissue Lasers in Orthodontic Practices
(2022)This study investigated the use of soft tissue lasers in orthodontic practices, specifically whether the orthodontist demographics and practice characteristics influenced the use of soft tissue laser within an office. The ... -
Digital Technology and Digital Workflow Application in the Current Landscape of Private Practice Orthodontics
(2021)This study examined which demographic factors and practice characteristics influence orthodontists to utilize a digital workflow in their private practice, as well as which factors influence their opinions on the current ... -
Orthodontists' perceptions of teledentistry and remote dental monitoring in orthodontic treatment
(2021)The purpose of this study was two-fold. First, to survey orthodontists to determine the clinician demographics and practice characteristics that may influence the utilization of teledentistry and/or remote dental monitoring. ... -
Advanced Education Orthodontics Program Curricula Pre- and Post-COVID-19
(2021)A survey was conducted to investigate faculty numbers across advanced education orthodontic programs and its association with curriculum, didactic learning, utilization of distance education, and impact of the COVID-19 ... -
Identification of Cell Types that Define Embryonic Submandibular and Parotid Salivary Glands Using Single Cell RNA Sequencing
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2019)Branching organs including the kidney, mammary, and salivary glands arise as epithelial buds that are morphologically very similar. However, the mesenchyme is known to guide epithelial morphogenesis and to help govern ... -
A Family Affected By Autosomal Dominant Non-Syndromic Tooth Agenesis - A Genetic Study
(2020)This study evaluated a family exhibiting the phenotype of non-syndromic tooth agenesis through whole exome sequencing to potentially identify pathogenic variants. Four family members, three with tooth agenesis and one ... -
Effects of fluoride varnish application and phosphate buffered saline solution with or without demineralizing conditions prior to bracket bonding on subsequent enamel-bracket shear bond strength
(2020)This study examined the effect of sodium fluoride varnish (V) and phosphate buffered saline (PBS) solution with or without demineralization (DM) prior to bracket bonding on subsequent enamel-bracket shear bond strength ... -
Retreatment following in-person clear aligner therapy, direct-to-consumer clear aligner therapy, and conventional fixed orthodontic appliances
(2020)This study examined the effect of original orthodontic treatment modality, in particular, in-person clear aligner therapy (CAT), direct-to-consumer clear aligner therapy (DTC CAT), and conventional fixed appliances, on ... -
Influence of suture technique on ridge dimensions and keratinized tissue after alveolar ridge preservation: a pilot study
(2020)The alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) procedure was designed to minimize bone loss following tooth extraction to allow for implant placement in the prosthetically-driven position, and reduce the need for subsequent grafting ... -
Association of Nasal Septum Area and Deviation with Anteroposterior Maxillary Position and Facial Skeletal Asymmetries
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2018)During growth of the craniofacial structure, the nasal septum is posited to exert a downward and forward effect on the midface. This phenomena is well documented in vitro and on animals but is still uncertain in humans. ... -
Influence of Orthodontic Bracket Bonding Protocol on Zirconia Ceramics and Resulting Bond Strength, Adhesive Remnant, and Debonded-Polished Zirconia Surface Roughness
Objective: This study evaluated the effect of primer protocol for metal orthodontic brackets bonded to zirconia ceramic and resulting shear bond strength (SBS), adhesive remnant index (ARI), and debonded and polished ... -
The Effect of Simulated Oral Conditions on Surface Roughness and Friction Properties of Surface-treated and Non-surface Treated Nickel-Titanium Archwires: A Pilot Study
This study examined the effect of simulated oral conditions (storage in phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) with bracket-related load deflection at 37±1°C for 12 weeks) on surface-treated and non-surface treated NiTi archwires. ... -
Esthetic smile preferences when considering age
This study examined general dentists’ preferences for esthetic smile characteristics based on age and gender of the dentist and the simulated patient using a 16-item survey. Smile characteristics evaluated were smile line, ... -
Estrogen Regulation of the Wnt/β-catenin Pathway in Osteocytes in Response to Mechanical Loading
Osteoporosis is a major health concern, especially for women who are peri- and post-menopausal. During this time, estrogen levels dramatically decline followed by a subsequent loss of bone density, which increases risk of ... -
Age and Gender Effects on Strain Response and Biomechanical Performance of C57BL/6 Mice
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2018)Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disease resulting in low bone mass and micro architectural deterioration of bone tissue. It causes a consequent increase in bone fragility and susceptibility to fracture. This age-related ... -
Knowledge of Dental Students with Respect to Orthodontic Diagnosis and Clear Aligner Therapy in Conjunction with a Study of Predoctoral Orthodontic Curricula
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2018)The purpose of this project was to explore the attitude and knowledge of dental students with respect to orthodontic diagnosis and clear aligner therapy and to investigate the predoctoral orthodontic curriculum at their ... -
Effect of Highly Filled Light-Cured Resin Sealant on Bracket Shear Bond Strength in Demineralization Conditions
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2018)This study examined the effect of a highly filled light-cured sealant (HFLCS) on bracket shear bond strength and subsequent adhesive remnant index (ARI) following exposure to cariogenic challenge. Specimens were divided ... -
The Effect of Resection on the Sealer-Dentin Interface in Roots Obturated with Tricalcium Silicate Sealer: A Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy and India Ink Penetration In Vitro Pilot Study
(University of Missouri -- Kansas City, 2018)Anatomical considerations may limit access to teeth for root-end preparation and root-end filling. Having the canal pretreated and filled with a calcium silicate based filling material, apical surgery can be limited ...