Cantilevers: Multi-tool in orthodontic treatment

M Bilinska, KD Kristensen, M Dalstra - Dentistry Journal, 2022 - mdpi.com
This review aims to discuss and illustrate various uses of cantilevers to solve multiple clinical
issues and prove their versatility. Cantilevers are commonly used in the segmented arch …

The management of mesially inclined/impacted mandibular permanent second molars

PK Turley - Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, 2020 - Elsevier
Mesially impacted mandibular second molars are a common occurrence in orthodontic
practices, especially those using the lingual arch or lip bumper for alleviating anterior …

[HTML][HTML] Biomechanical considerations for uprighting impacted mandibular molars

Y Morita, Y Koga, TA Nguyen… - Korean Journal of …, 2020 - synapse.koreamed.org
This case report demonstrates two different uprighting mechanics separately applied to
mesially tipped mandibular first and second molars. The biomechanical considerations for …

Torqued and conventional cantilever for uprighting mesially impacted molars: a 3-dimensional finite element analysis

SE Barros, J Faria, KJ Cevallos, K Chiqueto… - American Journal of …, 2022 - Elsevier
Introduction The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of the torqued cantilever
(TC) and conventional tip-back cantilever (CC) made of stainless steel (SS) and titanium …

Bilateral kissing molars involving a dentigerous cyst: A case report and literature review

G Udagawa, T Kataoka, K Amemiya, H Kina… - Journal of Oral and …, 2022 - Elsevier
Abstract “Kissing molars (KMs)” is a rare phenomenon defined as impacted molars
contacting the occlusal surface in a single follicular space and their roots pointing in …

Force systems produced by different cantilever configurations during deactivation

M Bilinska, IM Golliez, M Dalstra - Materials, 2022 - mdpi.com
Intrusion with a three-piece arch is routinely achieved during orthodontic treatment. This
study aimed to experimentally determine how the cantilever design influences the generated …

The Effect of Symmetric and Asymmetric Loading of Frontal Segment with Two Curved Cantilevers: An In Vitro Study

M Bilinska, M Dalstra - Dentistry Journal, 2022 - mdpi.com
Cantilevers generate statically determined force systems. The frontal segment loading with
symmetric and asymmetric cantilevers in a three-piece intrusion base arch can be used to …

Kissing molars class III detected at a young age

T Hoshino, Y Koyama, A Katakura - Maxillofacial plastic and reconstructive …, 2023 - Springer
Abstract Background Kissing molars (KMs) is defined as a state in which the apex of two
impacted molars face opposite directions and the occlusal surfaces touch each other and …

Treatment of impacted or retained second molars with the miniscrew-supported pole technique: a prospective follow-up study

C Lorente, P Lorente, M Perez-Vela, C Esquinas… - Progress in …, 2022 - Springer
Background Eruption disturbances of permanent molars are uncommon; however, it is
important to treat them as soon as they are diagnosed. The main objective was to analyze …

Impacted teeth “kissing molars": systematic review

WPP da Silva, CAA Lemos, M Samara… - Research, Society and …, 2020 - rsdjournal.org
Background: The purpose of this systematic review was to gather more information on
impacted teeth called" kissing molars", and their treatment, allowing the oral surgeon to …