INTRODUCTION: Although Class II elastics have been widely used in the correction of Class
II malocclusions, there is still a belief that their side effects override the intended objectives …

Introduction: The purpose of this meta-analysis was to quantify the amount of true incisor
intrusion attained during orthodontic treatment. Methods: Electronic databases (PubMed …

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the Forsus Fatigue Resistant Device (FRD) as a compliance-
free alternative to Class II elastics. Materials and Methods: A sample of 34 (14 female, 20 …

Introduction Patients with Class II subdivision malocclusions are a challenge for clinicians
because reestablishing symmetry in 1 arch or both arches is often a treatment goal. In …

Background This study evaluated the treatment effects of the Carrière Distalizer used with
either full fixed appliances (FA group) or lower lingual arches (LLA group). Methods …

Abstract Background Bilateral Class II intermaxillary elastics (CII elastics) are commonly
used in orthodontics; however, the effects of CII elastics on masticatory muscle activity and …

Introduction The objective of this study was to compare the long-term cephalometric stability
after successful therapy of nonextraction Class II malocclusion with elastics and with …

Objective: To compare the facial profile attractiveness of Class II patients treated with Twin
Force® or intermaxillary elastics. Methods: Sample comprised 47 Class II patients divided …

Background An evaluation is made of possible differences in treatment effects between
labial and lingual fixed appliances. Methods A comprehensive search was made of the …

Objective: To evaluate the relative effects of Class II elastics applied directly with utility
arches (UAs) or with the Reciprocal Mini–Chin Cup (RMCC) appliance. Materials and …