Non-extraction Orthodontic Treatment Protocol of Moderate Crowding.

Dental crowding is referred to as the swarming of teeth, mainly due to the discrepancy between the size of the jaw bases and that of the teeth. When the amount of space required for the teeth is more than that in the jaws, it leads to crowding. The prevalence of crowding has now increased to almost 30-60%. It can be classified into mild, moderate, and severe according to the amount of overlap. Depending on the severity of the crowding, the decision of extraction is made. The given case presents a non-extraction protocol for treating moderate crowding. The present case report explains the non-extraction treatment of moderate crowding using inter-proximal stripping.

A population-based survey on interarch malocclusion and background determinants.

Background: Genetics, environment, and ethnic factors are major contributors to the prevalence and variations of malocclusion. Aim: The aim of study was to determine the prevalence of interarch problems in school-aged children, 9 - 11 years, living in Tehran; and to describe the role of ethnicity, education, and economic status on them. Methods: The present data were part of the Comprehensive Evaluation of Skeleto-Dental Anomalies (CESDA) study conducted in 2015 among children living in Tehran, Iran. Cluster random sampling was applied among 19 districts of Tehran. A total of 38 schools were selected, and out of 1585 participants, the data of 1429 children were collected (response rate = 90%). The Chi-square test and binary logistic regression analysis were used for statistical analyses. Results: Of all participants, 758 were boys and 671 were girls. The mean age was 121 ± 8 months. The most significant background determinants associated with molar relationship were ethnicity and place of residence. Class I right molar relationship was seen in 57.9% of the children and was generally more frequent in boys. Normal overjet was observed in 47.1%; 41.5% had an increased overjet, 16.2% had an anteroposterior cross-bite, and 11.8% had a lateral cross-bite. Midline discrepancy was seen among 61.1% of the children. Ideal anteroposterior, vertical, and horizontal relationship were observed in 31%, 53%, and 34% of the children, respectively. Only 10% of the children aged 9 - 11 years old had an ideal interarch relationship. Gender and place of residence had persistently significant association with having an ideal anteroposterior, vertical, horizontal, and interarch relationships (P < 0.002) in all four binary logistic regression models. Conclusions: The majority of the children aged 9 - 11 years old have at least one interarch problem, although it is commonly preventable. Relevance for Patients: Early detection of children's orthodontic problems may help with effective prevention of further advanced anomalies.

Expansor de Williams: passo a passo / Williams expander: step-by-step procedures

Resumo Os apinhamentos suaves a moderados na dentição mista podem ser tratados com expansão rápida da maxila (ERM) associada à expansão lenta do arco dentário inferior. A expansão lenta no arco inferior pode ser conduzida com uma alternativa de aparelho fixo e com parafuso. O objetivo deste artigo consiste em apresentar o protocolo laboratorial e clínico do expansor de Williams. Apresentou-se um caso clínico de uma paciente do sexo feminino, 9 anos de idade, com a face simétrica do Padrão I na dentadura mista, com apinhamento moderado dos incisivos inferiores e apinhamento suave no arco superior. O tratamento foi realizado com expansão superior e inferior. No arco superior, a ERM mediante o aparelho Hyrax foi realizada. No arco inferior, procedeu-se à expansão lenta com expansor de Williams. Obteve-se uma adequada oclusão com o alinhamento dos incisivos permanentes e uma melhora do corredor bucal no sorriso. O expansor de Williams representa uma alternativa para os casos que necessitam expansão lenta do arco dentário inferior, independendo da colaboração do paciente. Quando adequadamente construído, o expansor mostra-se confortável e efetivo. (AU)

Abstract Mild to moderate crowding in the mixed dentition can be treated with rapid maxillary expansion (RME) associated with dentoalveolar expansion of the mandibular arch. Dentoalveolar expansion of the mandibular arch can be conducted with an alternative fixed and screw appliance. The aim of this study is to present the laboratory and clinical protocol of the Williams expander. A clinical report of a female patient, 9 years old, with the symmetrical face in the mixed dentition, with moderate crowding of the lower incisors and mild crowding of the upper arch, was presented. The treatment was carried out with maxillary and mandibular expansion. In the maxillary arch, RME was performed using the Hyrax device. In the mandibular arch, dentoalveolar expansion was performed with a Williams expander. Adequate occlusion was obtained with the alignment of the permanent incisors and an improvement in the buccal corridor in the smile. The Williams expander represents an alternative for cases that require dentoalveolar mandibular expansion, regardless of patient cooperation. When properly constructed, the expander is comfortable and effective.(AU)

Parents' Awareness of Malocclusion and Orthodontic Consultation for Their Children: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Parents' awareness of malocclusion and the appropriate timing to seek orthodontic consultation for their children has a substantial impact on children's orthodontic treatment. This cross-sectional study aims to investigate parents' awareness of malocclusion and orthodontic consultation of their children and the influence of parents' demographics on their awareness level. An electronic survey collected information about participants' demographics and awareness about malocclusion and orthodontic consultation of children. A total of 473 parents living in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, participated in the study. The average awareness level among parents was moderate (3.09 ± 1.4). Male gender and unemployment were associated with low orthodontic awareness levels relative to moderate awareness (OR = 3.3, 95% CI = 1.8-5.8 and OR = 2.1, 95% CI = 1.1-3.8, respectively). Former or current orthodontic treatment was associated with high awareness levels (OR = 3.9, 95% CI = 2.4-6.5). There is still a need to raise the awareness of Saudi parents about malocclusion and orthodontic consultations for their children. Orthodontic awareness-raising campaigns should be designed to include fathers and parents with low socioeconomic status. The findings of this study also suggest that orthodontists can enhance their patient's awareness of malocclusion and orthodontic consultation for their children.

Elastodontic Devices in Orthodontics: An In-Vitro Study on Mechanical Deformation under Loading.

The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the mechanical resistance of elastodontic devices (ED): their maximum compression loads and plastic deformation under loading (percentage). An Instron universal machine (Model 3365, Instron, Industrial Product Group, Grove City, PA, USA) was employed with a 100 N load cell and with Bluehill software for loading analyses. Each device was submitted to a five-cycles test. The following ED were evaluated: A.M.C.O.P. (Micerium, Genova, Italy) in red color, in orange color, and in blue color; HealthyStart (Ortho-Tain, Winnetka, IL, USA), and T4K™ phase 1 (Myofunctional Research Co., Helensvale, Australia). During the five-cycles test, the Ortho-Tain device delivered the greatest compression load (7.56 N), with the lowest percentage of deformation (0.95%). For all devices, a slight plastic deformation of the material was registered, ranging from 0.95% to 1.75%. For the T4K device it was not possible to complete the five-cycles test. For all the analyzed ED, a slight plastic deformation under loading was registered, that in all cases can be considered clinically acceptable. Further studies are needed to test the appliances after clinical usage.

Access and financial impacts of public orthodontic provision on global health systems: integrative review / Acesso e impactos financeiros da provisão ortodôntica pública nossistemas de saúde mundiais: revisão integrativa / Acceso e impactos financieros de la provisión pública de ortodoncia en los sistemas de salud globales: revisión integradora

Introduction:The supply of public orthodontic services is still unable to meet the demand for treatment of malocclusions. The resources available are sometimes mismanaged and significant financial impacts contribute to limited access to the services. Objective:To carry out an integrative review regarding the access and financial impacts of public orthodontic service among the various health systems worldwide, considering social inequalities and the referral and counter-referral systems for services. Methodology:A survey was conducted using the BVS (Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde / Virtual Health Library), PubMed, and Cochrane databases, including articles available from 1970 to 2019, which elucidated the guiding question "How does access work and what are the financial impacts of the provision of orthodontic services in different public health systems worldwide?". Results:211 articles were found, of which 20 were analyzed. The chronological distribution was relatively uniform. The topic 'access to orthodontic services' was most frequently reported and there was a predominance of studies addressing the provision of treatment for children and adolescents. Conclusions:There are significant financial impacts and demographics have a strong influence on access to services. The provision of orthodontic treatments by the private sector predominates, preventive approaches are scarce, and an optimization in the use of available resources is necessary. Primary Care has much to contribute in increasing access, reducing costs, and making the referral / counter-referral system effective (AU).

Introdução:A oferta de serviços ortodônticos públicos ainda não consegue suprir a demanda de tratamento de má oclusões. Os recursos disponíveis, por vezes, mal alocados e os impactos financeiros significativos contribuem para a restrição do acesso aos serviços.Objetivo:Realizar uma revisão integrativa pertinente ao acesso e aos impactos financeiros da provisão ortodôntica pública nos diversos sistemas de saúde mundiais, sob a luz das iniquidades sociais e dos sistemas de referência e contrarreferência de serviços.Metodologia:Foi realizado um levantamento nas bases de dados BVS (Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde), PubMed e Cochrane Reviews, incluindo os artigos disponíveis no período de 1970 a 2019, que elucidavam a questão norteadora "Como se dá a provisão de serviços ortodônticos nos diversos sistemas públicos de saúde mundiais?".Resultados:Foram encontrados 211 registros, dos quais 20foram analisados. A distribuição temporal foi relativamente uniforme. A temática "acesso aos serviços ortodônticos" foi mais frequentemente relatada e houve um predomínio de estudos abordando a oferta de tratamentos a crianças e adolescentes. Conclusões:Há impactos financeiros significativos e os determinantes sociais exercem forte influência sobre o acesso aos serviços. Predomina a oferta de tratamentos ortodônticos pelo setor privado, abordagens preventivas são escassas e é necessária uma otimização no uso de recursos disponíveis. A Atenção Básica tem muito a contribuir para aumento do acesso, diminuição de custos e efetivação do sistema dereferência/contrarreferência dos serviços (AU).

Introducción: La provisión de servicios públicos de ortodoncia aún no puede satisfacer la demanda de tratamientos de maloclusión. Los recursos disponibles a veces están mal asignados y los impactos financieros significativos contribuyen a restringir el acceso a los servicios.Objetivo: Realizar una revisiónintegradora pertinente al acceso y los impactos económicos de la provisión pública de ortodoncia en los diferentes sistemas de salud a nivel mundial, a la luz de las inequidades sociales y los sistemas de derivación y contrarreferencia de servicios.Metodología: Se realizó una encuesta en las bases de datos de la BVS (Virtual Health Library), PubMed y Cochrane Reviews, incluidos los artículos disponibles desde 1970 hasta 2019, que dilucidó la pregunta orientadora "¿Cómo es la prestación de servicios de ortodoncia en los diferentes sistemas públicos?".Resultados: Se encontraron 211registros, de los cuales se analizaron 20.La distribución temporal fue relativamente uniforme. El tema "acceso a servicios de ortodoncia" fue el que se informó con mayor frecuencia y hubo un predominio de estudios que abordan la provisión de tratamientos a niños y adolescentes.Conclusiones: Hay impactos económicos significativos y los determinantes sociales tienen una fuerte influencia en el acceso a los servicios. Predomina la oferta de tratamientos de ortodoncia por parte del sector privado, los abordajes preventivos son escasos y es necesario optimizar el uso de los recursos disponibles. La Atención Primaria tiene mucho que contribuir para aumentar el acceso, reducir costos e implementar el sistema de derivación / contrarreferencia de servicios (AU).

3D Printed Band and Loop Space Maintainer: A Digital Game Changer in Preventive Orthodontics.

Premature loss of primary molars often leads to loss of arch circumference in the primary and mixed dentition. It can lead to malpositioning and even impaction of permanent tooth, if not prevented. Space maintainers in preventive orthodontics, are imperative in maintaining arch integrity. Band and loop space maintainers are indicated whenever there is premature loss of primary molar. The conventional band and loop space maintainer is most routinely fabricated, but poses certain limitations. Three-dimensional (3D) printing in digital dentistry is one of the major developments in dentistry. It replicates the dental cast in the most accurate forms. This allows for supreme precision and minimal human errors. Besides decreasing the laboratory procedures, it has the least chance of failure or breakage. The current case report discusses 3D printing technology for the fabrication of band and loop space maintainer, which can revolutionize preventive orthodontics for children.

Intervención temprana de la mordida cruzada por la pista directa de Planas: relato de siete años de seguimiento / Early Intervention of Crossbite by Planas Direct Tracks: Follow up Report After Seven Years / Intervenção precoce da mordida cruzada pela Pistas Diretas de Planas: relato de sete anos de seguimento

Resumen Introducción: entre las maloclusiones, la mordida cruzada es la de mayor prevalencia entre los niños en edad preescolar y se considera la principal depreciadora del sistema estomatognático, con un alto riesgo de desarrollar secuelas musculoesqueléticas irreparables en la edad adulta. Por lo tanto, es fundamental elegir un tratamiento eficaz que no requiera la cooperación directa del paciente y que utilice técnicas simples de ortodoncia. El objetivo de este artículo es informar la eficacia del tratamiento de rehabilitación neuroclusal (RNO) con la técnica de las pistas directas de Planas en la corrección temprana de la mordida cruzada posterior y el seguimiento de su estabilidad oclusal durante siete años. Presentación del caso: niña de 4 años de edad, que usó biberón, diagnosticada con mordida cruzada posterior funcional unilateral izquierda y desviación de la línea media. Para el tratamiento de la RNO, se realizaron los ajustes oclusales en los dientes 63, 64 y 65, y después de la desprogramación neuromuscular, se confeccionaron las pistas directas de Planas en los dientes cruzados. Después de 29 días, se corrigió la mordida y se hicieron ajustes oclusales para proporcionar una mayor armonía oclusal. Hubo monitoreamiento cada seis meses durante siete años para verificar el equilibrio y la estabilidad del tratamiento. Conclusiones: la RNO con el uso de pista directa de Planas fue eficaz para corregir la mordida cruzada posterior con una técnica simple y de bajo costo que puede ejecutar el clínico general.

Abstract Introduction: Among malocclusions, that of cross-bite is the most prevalent among preschool children and is considered to be the main depreciator of the stomatognathic system and is further linked to a high risk of developing irreversible musculoskeletal sequelae in adulthood. Thus, it is important to choose an effective treatment early on that does not require the direct cooperation of the patient and that utilizes simple orthodontic techniques in its execution. The objective of this study was to report the efficacy of the Neuroclusal Rehabilitation (RNO) treatment, with the Planas Direct Tracks technique in a case of early treatment of posterior crossbite, and the follow up of its occlusal stability for seven years. Case presentation: a 4-year-old female patient, who was bottle-fed, was diagnosed with a left unilateral functional posterior crossbite and midline deviation. For treatment of RNO, occlusal adjustments were made on the teeth 63, 64 and 65 and after neuromuscular deprogramming, the Direct Planks were made in the crossed teeth. After 29 days, the bite was corrected, and occlusal adjustments were made in order to provide greater occlusal harmony. Monitoring and evaluation took place every six months for seven years in order to verify the balance and stability of the treatment. Conclusion: the RNO treatment with the use of Planas Direct Tracks is an effective solution for the correction of posterior crossbite using a simple, low-cost technique that can be performed by general practitioners.

Resumo Introdução: entre as más oclusões, a mordida cruzada é a de maior prevalência entre as crianças em idade pré-escolar, e se considera a principal depreciadora do sistema estomatognático, com um alto risco de desenvolver sequelas musculoesqueléticas irreparáveis na idade adulta. Portanto, é fundamental escolher um tratamento eficaz que não requeira a cooperação direta do paciente e que utilize técnicas simples de ortodontia em sua execução. O objetivo deste estudo foi informar a eficácia do tratamento de Reabilitação Neuroclusal (RNO), com a técnica das Pistas Diretas de Planas na correto precoce da mordida cruzada posterior e o seguimento de sua estabilidade oclusal durante 7 anos. Apresentação do caso: paciente de sexo feminino de 4 anos de idade, que usou mamadeira, diagnosticada com mordida cruzada posterior funcional unilateral esquerda e desvio da linha média. Para o tratamento da RNO, se realizaram os ajustes oclusais nos dentes 63, 64 e 65, depois da desprogramação neuromuscular, se confeccionaram as Pistas Diretas de Planas nos dentes cruzados. Depois de 29 dias, se corrigiu a mordida e se fizeram ajustes oclusais para proporcionar uma maior harmonia oclusal. O monitoramento se realizou cada seis meses por 7 anos para verificar o equilíbrio e a estabilidade do tratamento. Conclusões: a RNO com o uso de Pista Direta Planas foi eficaz para a correção da mordida cruzada posterior com uma técnica simples, de baixo custo que pode ser realizada pelo clínico geral.

Evaluation of Lower Dental Arch Crowding and Dimension after Treatment with Lip Bumper versus Schwarz Appliance. A Prospective Pilot Study.

Aim: The treatment of patients with mixed dentition, with inferior moderate dental crowding (the so-called borderline cases, between extraction and expansion) is not yet clear. Two examples of widely used appliances for increasing lower dental arch dimensions are the Schwarz's appliance and lip bumper. The aim of this prospective study was to compare dental crowding and arch dimensions from pre- to post-treatment with lip bumper versus Schwarz's appliance. Subjects and Methods: Pre- and post-treatment orthodontic records of twenty subjects (10 males and 10 females) were analyzed in the present study. Inclusion criteria were: first/second molar class malocclusion; crowding of the mandibular arch, from mild to moderate (4-6 mm); mixed dentition; age ≤ 9 years at the beginning of the treatment; stage CS1 or CS2 of maturation of the cervical vertebrae analysis (CVM) at the beginning of the treatment. Ten subjects were treated with a lip bumper, and ten with the removable Schwarz appliance. The primary outcomes were the variations in dental crowding and arch dimensions from pre- to post-treatment. Results: Both the two appliances caused a statistically significant mean improvement/reduction in crowding, of 3.5 mm and 2.9 mm, for the Schwarz appliance and lip bumper, respectively. The Schwarz appliance resulted more effective in increasing arch dimension at the intercanine level, and arch perimeter, while the lip bumper achieves a higher increase in arch length. Conclusions: A lip bumper and Schwarz appliance are both useful in reducing crowding in mixed dentition. This improvement is due to the increase in dental arch dimensions, although the distribution of space resulted slightly differently between the two appliances.

Efectividad de la Expansión Maxilar en la Corrección de Apiñamiento en Dentición Mixta. Revisión Sistemática / Effectiveness of the Maxillary Expansion in the Correction of Crowding and Mixed Dentition. Systematic Review

RESUMEN: El apiñamiento en edades tempranas, se refleja cuando el tamaño dental no coincide con la longitud de arco. De este modo, resulta importante determinar si la expansión del maxilar podría solucionar por sí solo el problema de apiñamiento en el sector anterior, teniendo en cuenta que este tratamiento es uno de los más antiguos y que comúnmente se ha enfocado en la resolución de alteraciones transversales en dientes posteriores empleándose a edades tempranas. El objetivo fue determinar si la expansión maxilar es efectiva o no, en la corrección del apiñamiento en dentición mixta mediante el análisis de la evidencia disponible. Se realizó una revisión sistemática en español e inglés, para establecer la máxima evidencia posible, con las indicaciones de la guía PRISMA. Dos artículos cumplieron con la calidad de la revisión. En el primero se estableció que el apiñamiento mejoro despues del tratamiento de expansion maxilar, con una recidiva menor en la dentición permanente. En el segundo, se encontró que el apiñamiento en los incisivos permanentes superiores fue corregido cuando se retiró el aparato expansor. Se concluyó que la evidencia actual no tiene la suficiente calidad metodológica para llevar a una toma de decisión. Se recomienda hacer ensayos clínicos aleatorizados en este tema.

ABSTRACT: Crowding at early ages is reflected when tooth size does not coincide with arch length. Thus, it is important to determine whether maxillary expansion alone could solve the problem of crowding in the anterior sector, bearing in mind that this treatment is one of the oldest and has commonly focused on solving transverse alterations in posterior teeth used at an early age. The objective was to determine whether or not maxillary expansion is effective in correcting crowding in the mixed dentition by analysing the available evidence. A systematic review was carried out in Spanish and English, to establish the maximum possible evidence, with the indications of the PRISMA guide. Two articles met the quality of the review. The first established that crowding improved after the treatment of maxillary expansion, with a minor recurrence in the permanent dentition. In the second, it was found that crowding in the upper permanent incisors was corrected when the expanding appliance was removed. The current evidence is not of sufficient methodological quality to lead to a decision. Randomized clinical trials are recommended in this area.

Dilemas éticos e bioéticos na indicação da Ortodontia preventiva e interceptativa baseada em evidências / Ethical and bioethical dilemmas in evidence based preventive and interceptive Orthodontics indication

Objetivos: O objetivo do presente trabalho foi analisar, se diante da "Odontologia Baseada em Evidências", seria ético o cirurgião-dentista, independentemente de sua especialidade, realizar tratamentos ortodônticos preventivos e interceptativos em crianças e adolescentes. Metodologia: A prevalência de diferentes maloclusões nas dentições decídua, mista e permanente, as legislações relacionadas às competências do cirurgião-dentista no Brasil e os resultados de revisões sistemáticas e de meta-análises sobre a comparação da efetividade do tratamento ortodôntico em 1 ou em 2 fases foram analisados pelo prisma ético do "Querer-Poder-Dever" e pelos princípios bioéticos da "autonomia", "beneficência", "não maleficência" e "justiça". Resultados e Considerações Finais: Concluiu-se que: 1) A alta prevalência de maloclusões nas dentições decídua, mista e permanente justifica que o cirurgião-dentista queira tratar as mesmas; 2) Pela legislação brasileira, o Clínico Geral, o Odontopediatra, o Ortodontista e o especialista em Ortopedia Funcional dos Maxilares podem tratar maloclusões em crianças e adolescentes; 3) Segundo os princípios bioéticos da não maleficência, beneficência e justiça, o cirurgião-dentista ético deve indicar tratamento ortodôntico preventivo e interceptativo apenas para determinados tipos e severidades de maloclusões, ponderando aspectos psicossociais envolvidos e considerando a maturidade do paciente e a conscientização dos pais; 4) Pelo princípio bioético da autonomia, o responsável legal do paciente em crescimento e com maloclusão deve ser esclarecido sobre as evidências científicas a favor e contra o tratamento ortodôntico preventivo e interceptativo, por meio de Termo de Consentimento Informado, para poder decidir se deseja que o paciente seja submetido a esse procedimento. (AU)

Objectives: The aim of this study was to analyze whether in face of "Evidence-Based Dentistry", it would be ethical for the dentist, regardless of his/her specialty, to perform preventive and interceptive orthodontic treatments in children and adolescents. Methods: Prevalence of different malocclusions in deciduous, mixed and permanent dentition, laws related to dentists' competences in Brazil, and results of systematic reviews and of meta-analyses on comparing orthodontic treatment effectiveness in 1 or 2 phases were analyzed by the ethical references of "willingness-permission-duty" and the bioethical principles of "autonomy", "beneficence", "non-maleficence" and "justice". Results and Final Considerations: It was concluded that: 1) High prevalence of malocclusions in deciduous, mixed and permanent dentition justifies dentists willingness to treat them; 2) According to Brazilian law, General Dentist, Pediatric Dentist, Orthodontist and Jaws Functional Orthopedist have legal permission to treat malocclusions in children and adolescents; 3) According to the bioethical principles of non-maleficence, beneficence and justice, the ethical dentist should only indicate preventive and interceptive orthodontic treatment for certain types and severities of malocclusions, considering psychosocial aspects involved and the patients maturity and parental awareness; 4) By the bioethical principle of autonomy, the legal representative of the growing patient with malocclusion must be informed about scientific evidence for and against preventive and interceptive orthodontic treatment by means of Informed Consent, in order to be able to decide whether he/she wishes the patient to be submitted to this procedure. (AU)

Prognóstico entre eixo de erupção dos caninos permanentes superiores e espaço para erupção dos segundos molares inferiores / Prognosis between superior permanent canines teeth eruption axis and second lower molars space for eruption

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar a associação entre a má posição do germe dos segundos molares inferiores com o eixo de erupção dos caninos permanentes superiores na dentadura mista. A amostra foi composta por 506 radiografias panorâmicas digitais, no período intertransitório da fase de dentadura mista, na faixa etária de 7 a 12 anos, de ambos os sexos. Os caninos foram avaliados utilizando-se a divisão da porção anterior do hemiarco em cinco setores sendo o setor 1 a melhor posição para eixo de erupção correto e 5 para a pior. Para a localização do germe dos segundos molares inferiores foi utilizada a distância horizontal entre a face distal dos primeiros molares inferiores e a borda anterior do ramo da mandíbula. Os dados foram analisados por tabelas de distribuição de frequências e regressão logística, com estimação dos Odds Ratio brutos e os respectivos intervalos de confiança. Não houve associação significativa entre o sexo e o eixo de erupção de caninos permanentes superiores (p>0,05). Houve associação entre a má posição de segundos molares inferiores e o eixo de erupção de caninos. Participantes com má posição de segundos molares inferiores apresentaram 3,40 (IC 95%, 2,12-5,47) vezes mais chance de ter o eixo de erupção de caninos permanentes superiores mal posicionados. Conclui-se que houve associação entre a má posição de segundos molares inferiores e o eixo de erupção de caninos.(AU)

Abstract This study aimed to associate malposition of lower second molar germ with the upper permanent canine teeth eruption axis in the mixed dentition. The sample included 506 digital panoramic radiographies taken in the mixed dentition inter-transitional period in the age group of 7 to 10 years of both sexes. The canines were assessed by dividing the anterior portion of the hemiarch into five sectors, in which sector 1 was the best position for the correct eruption axis and 5 was the worst. For locating the lower second molar germ, a horizontal distance was used between the distal aspect of the lower first molars and the anterior margin of the mandibular ramus. The data was analyzed with frequency distribution and logistic regression tables, estimating crude Odds Ratio and respective confidence intervals. There was no significant association between sex and upper permanent canines eruption axis (p>0.05). There was association between the lower second molars malposition and canines eruption axis. Participants with malposition of lower second molars presented 3.40 (95% CI, 2.12-5.47) times more likely to present upper permanent canines eruption axis malpositioned. It was concluded that there was association between the malposition of lower second molars and the canine eruption axis. (AU)

Avaliação da prevalência da perda precoce de molares decíduos na dentição mista / Assessment of primary molars early loss in mixed dentition prevalence

Objetivo: Avaliar a prevalência da perda precoce de molares decíduos na dentição mista. Método: Foi realizado estudo em crianças na faixa etária dos 6 a 12 anos. A perda do molar decíduo foi considerada precoce, quando essa ocorreu antes do estágio 6 de Nolla (coroa totalmente formada) do sucessor permanente ou um ano antes de sua esfoliação fisiológica. Foram obtidas radiografias periapicais para constatar a presença do sucessor permanente e o nível de formação radicular, bem como a necessidade de colocação de mantenedor de espaço fixo arco lingual ou botão de Nance. Para o estudo da distribuição de frequências da perda dentária precoce em relação ao gênero e dentição, foi utilizado o Teste Qui-quadrado nível de 5% de probabilidade e o teste não paramétrico, Mann-Whitney, para análise estatística adequada. Resultados: Das 315 crianças examinadas 159 (50,47%) eram do gênero masculino e 156 (49,52%) do gênero feminino. Apenas 25 (7,9%) apresentaram perdas múltiplas dentárias na região posterior, sendo 19 na arcada inferior e 6 na arcada superior. Na inferior, houve predominância de perda do primeiro e segundo molares decíduos. Não existiu diferença na associação entre os gêneros das crianças e a ocorrência de perdas múltiplas dentárias (χ² (1) = 0,03, p>0.05). Conclusão: A prevalência de perda prematura de dentes decíduos foi de 7,9% e os dentes mais acometidos foram os primeiros e segundos molares na arcada inferior. Mantenedores de espaço do tipo arco lingual foram instalados em 6 crianças, que permanecerão até que os sucessores permanentes irrompam na cavidade bucal. (AU)

Objective: To assess primary molars early loss in mixed dentition prevalence. Method: A study was carried out in children aged 6 to 12 years. Deciduous molar loss was considered early when it occurred before Nolla stage 6 (full formed crown) of the permanent successor or one year before its physiological exfoliation. Periapical radiographs were obtained to verify the presence of the permanent successor and the level of root formation, as well as the need for placement of fixed space maintainer lingual arch or Nance button. For the study of frequency distribution of early dental loss in relation to gender and dentition, we used the Chi-square test of 5% probability level and the non-parametric Mann-Whitney test for adequate statistical analysis. Results: Of the 315 children examined, 159 (50.47%) were male and 156 (49.52%) were female. Only 25 (7.9%) presented multiple dental losses in the posterior region, 19 in the lower arch and 6 in the upper arch. In the inferior one there was predominance of first and second deciduous molars loss. There was no difference in the association between genders and the occurrence of multiple dental losses (χ² (1) = 0.03, p>0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of deciduous teeth premature loss was of 7.9% and the most affected teeth were the first and second molars in the lower arch. Lingual arch space holders were installed in 6 children, who will remain with it until the permanent successors erupt into the oral cavity. (AU)

Deciduous tooth early loss prevalence in posterior region and indication of band-loop space maintainer / Prevalência da perda precoce de dente decíduo na região posterior e indicação de mantenedor de espaço banda-alça

Objective: To investigate the prevalence of the early unitary loss of deciduous and the need for space maintainer in the posterior region, of the band-loop type. Material and Methods: The clinical examination by two examiners of 568 children between 6 and 12 years of age in mixed dentition was performed in two municipal schools. After the diagnosis of premature loss of one or two deciduous molars (unilateral, one or both arches, respectively), without successors initiating the eruptive process in the oral cavity, the child was referred to the Clinical School of Dentistry (CSD) of State University of Piauí (UESPI) for installation of the band-handle space maintainer. Results: The prevalence of early deciduos molar loss was 4.04%, from 568 children examined, being 15 in the lower arch and 8 in the upper arch of 23 children, mean age of 10 ± 2 years with predominance of the first deciduos molars (10 in the lower arch and all 8 in the upper arch). The etiological factor of which was dental caries for all sample, according to the parents or guardians. Only 13 attended the CSD for detailed examination. After radiographic examination, it was verified that 8 did not need space maintainers because they were approximately 2/3 of the permanent successors root formation. In 5 children was placed the maintainer of space, band-handle, who are being supervised every 3 months until the eruption of the permanent successors. Conclusion: The prevalence of early molar loss was 4.04% with no statistical difference between genders. The use of space maintainers after the early loss of a deciduous tooth is a preventive measure of malocclusion, being the band-loop appliance an excellent choice after loss of the deciduous unilateral molar.(AU)

Objetivo: Investigar a prevalência a perda precoce unitária de decíduo e a necessidade de mantenedor de espaço na região posterior do tipo banda-alça. Material e Métodos: O exame clínico realizado por dois examinadores de 568 crianças de 6 a 12 anos de idade na dentição mista foi realizado em duas escolas municipais. Após o diagnóstico de perda precoce de um ou dois molares decíduos (unilateral, de uma ou ambas arcadas, respectivamente), sem que os sucessores tivessem iniciando o processo eruptivo na cavidade bucal, a criança foi encaminhada à Clínica Escola de odontologia (CEO) da Universidade Estadual do Piauí (UESPI) para instalação do mantenedor de espaço banda-alça. Resultados: A prevalência da perda precoce de molar decíduo foi de 4.04%, de 568 crianças examinadas, sendo 15 na arcada inferior e 8 na arcada superior de 23 crianças, com idade média de 10 ± 2 anos com predomínio dos primeiros molares decíduos (10 no arco inferior e todos os 8 no arco superior). O fator etiológico foi cárie dentária para toda a amostra, segundo os pais ou responsáveis.Somente 13 compareceram à CEO para exame detalhado. Após exame radiográfico constatou-se que 8 não precisavam de mantenedores de espaço pois estavam aproximadamente com 2/3 de formação radicular dos sucessores permanentes. Em 5 crianças colocou-se o mantenedor de espaço, bandaalça, que estão sendo supervisionadas a cada 3 meses até a erupção dos sucessores permanentes. Conclusão: A prevalência da perda precoce de molar decíduo foi de 4.04% sem diferença estatística entre os gêneros. O uso de mantedores de espaço após a perda precoce de dente decíduo é uma medida preventiva da má oclusão, sendo a banda-alça excelente opção após a perda do molar decíduo unilateral(AU)

Características de la oclusión dentaria en niños de 4 y 5 años / Characteristic of the occlusion in 4 and 5 years children

Se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo y transversal de los 86 niños de 4 y 5 años de edad, pertenecientes al quinto y sexto años de vida del Círculo Infantil Ana de Quesada de Santiago de Cuba, de octubre del 2015 a marzo del 2016, a fin de caracterizarles en cuanto a la oclusión dentaria. En la serie se obtuvo que al menos 17,4 por ciento de los niños examinados presentaban alteración en la oclusión permanente respecto a la relación de los molares temporales, con más frecuencia del sobrepase de media corona (31,4 por ciento) y menos reiteración de la oclusión de los dientes de borde a borde (con solo 9 niños). Por último, pudo concluirse que 46,6 por cientode los párvulos presentó una oclusión anómala

An observational, descriptive and cross-sectional study of the 86 4 and 5 years old children, belonging to the fifth and sixth years from Ana de Quesada child day care center in Santiago de Cuba was carried out from October, 2015 to March, 2016, in order to characterize them as for their occlusions. In the series it was obtained that at least 17,4 percent of the examined children presented changes in the permanent occlusion regarding the relationship of the temporary molars, with more frequency of the overbite of half crown (31,4 percent) and less reiteration of the occlusion of border to border teeth (just in 9 children). Lastly, it could be concluded that 46,6 percent of the children presented an anomalous occlusion

Recuperação de espaço com aparelho banda mola ­ relato de caso / Space recovery with spring band unit ­ case report

A perda precoce ocorre quando um dente temporário é perdido antes do sucessor permanente ter iniciado a sua erupção. A literatura mostra que a perda prematura apresenta prevalência superior a 20%, não distinguindo gênero ou lado e arco. Cárie e trauma são as principais causas. As principais consequências são as migrações dos dentes adjacentes para o espaço originado, levando à diminuição do comprimento da arcada dentária. A perda precoce necessita de reabilitação estética e funcional até que ocorra a erupção dos dentes sucessores permanentes. Para essa reabilitação, opta-se pela confecção de aparelhos recuperadores de espaços, podendo ser fixos ou removíveis. O objetivo deste trabalho é relatar o caso de um pa-ciente de 10 anos, gênero masculino, com perda precoce do segundo molar decíduo superior direito, com os dentes adjacentes ao espaço apresentando migração dentária, originando falta de espaço para erupção do segundo pré-molar superior direito, comprometendo o correto desenvolvimento da dentição. Para resolução do problema, foi utilizado o aparelho do tipo banda mola para recuperação do espaço perdido. Após 3 meses de utilização do aparelho, o espaço foi recuperado e ocorreu a erupção precoce do segundo pré-molar superior direito. O prognóstico do caso foi favorável, restabelecendo o correto desenvolvimento da dentição, com um procedimento relativamente simples, graças ao diagnóstico precoce (AU)

The premature loss occurs when a temporary tooth is lost before permanent successor has commenced its eruption. The literature shows that the premature loss presents prevalence greater than 20%, not distinguishing gender or side and bow. It has been the main causes: caries and trauma. The main consequences are migration of adjacent teeth to the originated space, leading to decrease the length of the dental arch. The early loss requires aesthetic and functional rehabilitation until there is the eruption of permanent teeth successors to such rehabilitation this be done by making space recovery device, these can be fixed or removable. The objective of this study is to report the case of a 10-year-old patient, male, with early loss of the second deciduous molar upper right, with the teeth adjacent to the space showing tooth migration, resulting in lack of space for eruption of the second bicuspid upper right, compromising the correct development of the dentition. To solve the problem, we used the spring band type apparatus for recovering the lost space. After 3 months of using the appliance, the space was recovered and occurred early eruption of element 2 bicuspid upper right. The outcome of the case was favorable, reestablishing the correct development of the dentition, with a relatively simple procedure thanks to early diagnosis.(AU)

Association between Chewing Side Preference and Dental Caries among Deciduous, Mixed and Permanent Dentition.

INTRODUCTION: Chewing Side Preference (CSP) is said to occur when mastication is recognized exclusively/consistently or predominantly on the same side of the jaw. It can be assessed by using the direct method - visual observation and indirect methods by electric programs, such as cinematography, kinetography and computerized electromyography. AIM: The present study was aimed at evaluating the prevalence of CSP in deciduous, mixed and permanent dentitions and relating its association with dental caries. MATERIALS AND METHODS: In a cross-sectional observational study, 240 school going children aged 3 to 18years were randomly allocated to three experimental groups according to the deciduous dentition, mixed dentition and permanent dentition period. The existence of a CSP was determined using a direct method by asking the children to chew on a piece of gum (trident sugarless). The Mann Whitney U-test was used to compare the CSP and also among the boys and girls. The Spearman's Correlation Coefficient was used to correlate CSP and dental caries among the three study groups and also among the groups. RESULTS: CSP was observed in 69%, 83% and 76% of children with primary, mixed and permanent dentition respectively (p>0.05). There was no statistically significant association between the presence of CSP and dental caries among the three study groups. CONCLUSION: There was a weak or no correlation between gender and distribution of CSP and between presence of CSP and dental caries.

One Phase versus Two Phase Treatment in Mixed Dentition: A Critical Review.

The mixed dentition is the developmental period after the permanent first molars and incisors have erupted, and before the remaining deciduous teeth are lost. Phase I treatment is usually done early in this period. Mixed dentition treatment goals often focus on skeletal rather than dental correction. To design a treatment plan, the clinician must understand the growth and development patterns, and the known effects of the chosen treatment modality. Jaw growth affects orthodontic treatment, usually favorably, but sometimes unfavorably. When and how much growth will occur is completely unpredictable. However, we know some useful facts about jaw growth in the mixed dentition. The two areas that remain controversial in the orthodontic literature are the treatment of crowding and of Class II malocclusions in the mixed dentition. Is there a benefit to early treatment for these problems? This question has yet to be fully answered by researchers. Hence, we planned for review of all available literature to come to a consensus about preventive or interceptive orthodontics or in other words Phase 1 and Phase 2 treatment. The clinician can diagnose and intercept certain developing problems with early treatment. Many other cases should be supervised, but not treated until the permanent teeth are in place. We must base our decision to treat on experience, knowledge of growth and dental development, and research.

Reliability of permanent mandibular first molars and incisors widths as predictor for the width of permanent mandibular and maxillary canines and premolars.

AIM: Preventive measures are necessary to prevent a potential irregularity from progressing into a more severe malocclusion. The determination of the tooth size-arch length discrepancy in mixed dentition requires an accurate prediction of the mesiodistal widths of the unerupted permanent teeth. MATERIALS AND METHODS: For the study, 200 subjects in the age group of 16-25 years were selected from various colleges of M. M. University. The mesiodistal width of permanent mandibular incisors, first molars, canines and premolars of both arches were measured on the subject cast using an electronic digital caliper. Statistical analysis showed a significant difference between mesiodistal tooth widths of males and females. Linear regression equation was determined to predict the sum of mandibular and maxillary permanent canines and premolars using mandibular first molars plus the four mandibular incisors as predictors. RESULTS: There was no significant difference between the actual and predicted width of sum of permanent canines and premolars using regression equations. The predicted widths of both arches using Tanaka and Johnston equations showed significant differences. Determined regression equations for males were accurate in male samples and determined regression equation for females were accurate in female samples for both arches.

Association between nonnutritive sucking habits and anterior open bite in the deciduous dentition of Japanese-Brazilians

OBJECTIVE: Assess the association between nonnutritive sucking habits and anterior open bite in the deciduous dentition of Japanese-Brazilian children. METHODS: 410 children of Japanese origin were assessed, 206 boys and 204 girls, between 2 and 6 years of age, in schools in São Paulo State, Brazil. Questionnaires concerning their nonnutritive sucking habits were sent to their legal guardians. Chi-square tests (p<0.05) were applied to assess the association between nonnutritive sucking habits and anterior open bite, and the logistic regression test to obtain the relative risk. RESULTS: The prevalence of sucking habits found in the sample was of 44.6% and for the anterior open bite, 4.4%. There was a statistically significant association between anterior open bite and sucking habits (O.R.=10.77), persistence of sucking habits from 2 to 4 years old (O.R.=22.06), and the persistence of sucking habits from 4 to 6 years old (O.R.=17.31). As for the interruption period of the habit, the group that had interrupted the habit for a period equal or inferior to six months showed an increased prevalence of open bite compared to the group without this habit or in which the habit was interrupted for more than six months. CONCLUSION: Japanese-Brazilian children that had sucking habits have greater chance of acquiring anterior open bite in the deciduous dentition.