OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Progress in Orthodontics is 10. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-04-01 to 2025-04-01.)

Article	Citations
A novel PTH1R mutation causes primary failure of eruption via the cAMP-PI3K/AKT pathway	118
Accuracy of the digital workflow for guided insertion of orthodontic palatal TADs: a step-by-step 3D analysis	58
The role of inhibition of osteocyte apoptosis in mediating orthodontic tooth movement and periodontal remodeling: a pilot study	46
Impact of the prefabricated forms of NiTi archwires on orthodontic forces delivered to the mandibular dental arch	39
The effects of corticotomy and piezocision in orthodontic canine retraction: a randomized controlled clinical trial	39
Are orthodontic randomised controlled trials justified with a citation of an appropriate systematic review?	35
Validating clinical characteristics of primary failure of eruption (PFE) associated with PTH1R variants	33
Accuracy of deep learning-based integrated tooth models by merging intraoral scans and CBCT scans for 3D evaluation of root position during orthodontic treatment	31
Parathyroid hormone promotes maxillary expansion and reduces relapse in the repeated activation maxillary expansion rat model by regulating Wnt/β-catenin pathway	31
Clinical evaluation of marketed and non-marketed orthodontic products: are researchers now ahead of the times? A meta-epidemiological study	30
Accuracy and stability of computer-aided customized lingual fixed retainer: a pilot study	30
Comparison of surface roughness of root cementum and orthodontically induced root resorption craters from high- and low-fluoridation areas: a 3D confocal microscopy study	29
Scoping reviews in orthodontics: are they justified?	28
Analysis of oral microbiome on temporary anchorage devices under different periodontal conditions	28
The effect of micro-osteoperforations on the rate of maxillary incisors' retraction in orthodontic space closure: a randomized controlled clinical trial	27
Comparison of 3D-printed and laboratory-fabricated Hyrax on stress distribution and displacement of the maxillary complex: a 3D finite element study	27
Mechanical force increases tooth movement and promotes remodeling of alveolar bone defects augmented with bovine bone mineral	26
Biomechanical analysis of total arch maxillary distalization using infrazygomatic crest miniscrews: a finite element analysis study	23
Influence of pain duration and severity on oral health-related quality of life and patient satisfaction during adult treatment with clear aligners	21
The effect of enhanced structure in the posterior segment of clear aligners during anterior retraction: a three-dimensional finite element and experimental model analysis	20
Fluorescence-aided removal of orthodontic composites: an in vivo comparative study	19
Influence of maxillary molar distalization with clear aligners on three-dimensional direction: molar distal movement, intrusion, distal tip and crown buccal torque	19
The perception of COVID-19 among Italian dental patients: an orthodontic point of view	18
Biomechanical analysis of clear aligners for mandibular anterior teeth intrusion and its clinical application in the design of new aligner attachment	18
Tooth wear and tertiary crowding: a 13-year cohort study in Amazon Indigenous populations	17

Stability prediction of early orthopedic treatment in Class III malocclusion: morphologic discriminant analysis	17
Perceptions and utilization of tele-orthodontics: a survey of the members of the American Association of Orthodontists	17
Comparison of the effects of different rapid maxillary expansion techniques on craniofacial structures: a finite element analysis study	17
Force profile assessment of direct-printed aligners versus thermoformed aligners and the effects of non-engaged surface patterns	16
Evaluation of interproximal reduction in individual teeth, and full arch assessment in clear aligner therapy: digital planning versus 3D model analysis after reduction	16
Factors influencing root resorption in retained mandibular second deciduous molars with congenital absence of second premolars: a cross-sectional study	15
Long-term evaluation of factors affecting removal torque of microimplants	15
Qualitative and quantitative three-dimensional evaluation of maxillary basal and dentoalveolar dimensions in patients with and without maxillary impacted canines	15
Identification of bone morphogenetic protein 4 in the saliva after the placement of fixed orthodontic appliance	15
Stress distribution and displacement of three different types of micro-implant assisted rapid maxillary expansion (MARME): a three-dimensional finite element study	15
A randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of different methods on pain management during orthodontic debonding	14
Global survey to assess preferences when attending virtual orthodontic learning sessions: optimising uptake from virtual lectures	14
Angiotensin(1-7) attenuates tooth movement and regulates alveolar bone response during orthodontic force application in experimental animal model	13
Comparison of spontaneous eruption and modified closed eruption technique with palatal traction in alignment of impacted maxillary central incisor teeth	13
Improvement of osseointegration of Ti–6Al–4V ELI alloy orthodontic mini-screws through anodization, cyclic pre-calcification, and heat treatments	12
Εffect of cleansers on the composition and mechanical properties of orthodontic aligners in vitro	12
Sexual dimorphism in the long-term stability (10 years) of skeletal Class III treatment	12
Role of mechano-sensitive non-coding RNAs in bone remodeling of orthodontic tooth movement: recent advances	12
Ridge mini-implants, a versatile biomechanical anchorage device whose success is significantly enhanced by splinting: a clinical report	11
Treatment of impacted or retained second molars with the miniscrew-supported pole technique: a prospective follow-up study	11
Impact of molar teeth distalization by clear aligners on temporomandibular joint: a three-dimensional study	11
Three-dimensional characteristics of temporomandibular joint morphology and condylar movement in patients with mandibular asymmetry	11
The association between self-esteem and aesthetic component of smile among adolescents	10
Influence of elastomeric and steel ligatures on periodontal health during fixed appliance orthodontic treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Correction to: Curve of Spee modification in different vertical skeletal patterns after clear aligner therapy: a 3D set-up retrospective study	10
Integrated bioinformatic analysis of protein landscape in gingival crevicular fluid unveils sequential bioprocess in orthodontic tooth movement	10
Digital setup accuracy for moderate crowding correction with fixed orthodontic appliances: a prospective study	10
Obstructive sleep apnea: What is an orthodontist’s role?	10