Orthodontics Highlights

Matheus Melo PITHON

Protraction of the maxilla may be achieved with face mask without previous palatal expansion. Conventional and self-ligating brackets have similar tooth movement, anchorage loss and tooth tipping rates. Prematurity and low birth weight do not affect potential malocclusions. Vertical patients have thinner cortical bone. Tooth gel with melaleuca alternifolia proves effective in controlling carious biofilm in orthodontic patients.

How to cite: Pithon MM. Orthodontics highlights. Dental Press J Orthod. 2014 May-June;19(3):17-9.

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