Advanced Orthodontics Fixed Functional Appliances – Issue 4

Issue 4: Advancements in Orthodontic Treatment Modalities

Delve into the latest strides in orthodontic research with "Issue 4" of our journal. This edition continues to explore diverse and relevant topics in orthodontic treatment, featuring insightful studies conducted by esteemed researchers and practitioners in the field.

Chapter Highlights:

Chapter 10: Mechanical Properties of NiTi and CuNiTi Wires Used in Orthodontic Treatment - Part 2: Microscopic Surface Appraisal and Metallurgical Characteristics

Authors: Marco Abdo Gravina, Cristiane Canavarro, Carlos Nelson Elias, Maria das Graças Afonso Miranda Chaves, Ione Helena Vieira Portella Brunharo, and Cátia Cardoso Abdo Quintão Embark on a microscopic journey as this chapter appraises the surface characteristics and metallurgical properties of NiTi and CuNiTi wires. Gain deeper insights into the materials used in orthodontic treatment, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of wire behavior for enhanced clinical outcomes.

Chapter 11: Photoelastic Analysis of Stress Generated by Wires When Conventional and Self-ligating Brackets Are Used

Authors:Guilherme Caiado Sobral, Mário Vedovello Filho, Viviane Veroni Degan, and Milton Santamaria Jr Explore a detailed photoelastic analysis examining the stress generated by wires when paired with conventional and self-ligating brackets. This chapter sheds light on the mechanical interactions in orthodontic appliances, providing valuable information for practitioners to optimize treatment planning and bracket selection.

Chapter 12: Are Self-ligating Brackets Related to Less Formation of Streptococcus mutans Colonies?

Authors:Leonard Euler Andrade Gomes do Nascimento, Margareth Maria Gomes de Souza, Angela Rita Pontes Azevedo, and Lucianne Cople Maia Delve into the potential relationship between self-ligating brackets and the formation of Streptococcus mutans colonies. This research investigates the impact of bracket type on oral health, offering valuable insights for orthodontists and patients alike.