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Effects of Rapid Maxillary Expansion on Serum Insulin-Like Growth Factor I and Apnea Hypopnea Index Scores in a Prepubertal Population with Maxillary Constriction
DownloadFall 2021
Introduction: Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) is a potent mitogenic hormone that is critical for normal growth and metabolism. In some cases, children with pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (POSA) may demonstrate lower serum IGF-1 levels and growth. A narrow maxilla is one morphological...
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Exploring the Use of Speech Features to Determine Mandibular Position In Oral Appliance Therapy for Dental Sleep Medicine
DownloadFall 2024
This thesis assessed the use of speech characteristics to determine mandibular position for oral appliance therapy in dental sleep medicine. A review of the literature was completed indicating minimal research into this subject and no clear definition on appropriate use and application of the...
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External Root Resorption Associated with Maxillary Expansion Therapies as Evaluated via Cone Beam Computed Tomography: A Retrospective Randomized Clinical Trial
DownloadFall 2015
Objective: To investigate and develop an appropriate measurement protocol possessing adequate precision in both intra- and inter-rater reliability for in vivo maxillary first molar volume measurements using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images. To assess in vivo through the use of CBCT...
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Skeletal and Dental Changes from a Compliance-Based Orthotropic Treatment Approach with Exercises to Improve Orofacial Posture
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Objective: To investigate the skeletal and dental changes that occur using a compliance-based orthotropic treatment approach with orofacial posture exercises aimed at controlling vertical facial skeletal growth in the mixed dentition. Methods: 102 patients were consecutively treated under the...
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Temporomandibular Joint Condylar/Fossa Positional Changes Post Herbst And Xbow Treatments In Adolescents Assessed Through CBCT Imaging
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Objective: To evaluate the three-dimensional positional changes (anteroposterior, vertical, and mediolateral) in the condyle /and the glenoid fossa utilizing different Class II fixed mandibular positioners/appliances (Herbst and Xbow) compared to controls. Methods: The primary sample consisted of...