Abstract Background/Purpose The objective of this 2-arm parallel trial was to test the
superiority of self-ligating brackets (SLB) over conventional brackets (CB) in terms of …

Objectives To compare the intensity, location, and short-term impact of the periodontal
discomfort/pain, as well as the related functional parameters of bite force and masticatory …

This study investigated the prevalence and type of pain experienced during orthodontic
treatment in 30 subjects (12 males, 18 females, aged 12–18 years) with crowding. Fifteen …

English Objective: Meta-analysis of differences between conventional and self-ligating
brackets concerning pain during tooth movement, number of patient visits, total treatment …

Objective: Comparison of pain levels of patients treated with 2 different passive self-ligating
bracket systems right after initial archwire placement. Methods: A total of 34 patients with …

The aim of this study was to evaluate the perception of periodontal pain in patients treated
with either fixed multibrackets or removable alignment systems with a monthly follow-up over …

Objectives: The objectives were to evaluate the intensity of pain perceived 24 hours
following insertion of fixed orthodontic appliance components ie separators, bands and …

Objective: This study proposed to investigate the influence of catastrophizing and others
factors related to pain during orthodontic treatment. Methods: 27 patients with 0.022 x 0.028 …

INTRODUCTION: Ninety five percent of orthodontic patients routinely report pain, due to
alterations in the periodontal ligament and surrounding soft tissues, with intensity and …

Materials and Methods: The sample comprised 40 patients. The patients were separated
into two groups: Group A (metal brackets) and Group B (ceramic brackets). In Group A, the …