Theses/Dissertations from 2022
Maxillary Central Incisor RR in Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Patients with RME, Madison Healy
Force Comparison of Rotational Tooth Movements for Loop-Design and Traditional Aligners, Robert Olsen
Extraction vs. Non-Extraction: Comparing Orthodontic Root Resorption, Benjamin Rush
Theses/Dissertations from 2021
Theses/Dissertations from 2020
Attitudes and understanding of orthodontic treatment using comic vs. text format, Darron Miya
Theses/Dissertations from 2019
Ratio of RME Appliance Expansion to Increase in Arch Perimeter Using CBCT Imaging, Evan Agnetta
Measurements of the Pharyngeal Airway Using Whole Head 3T MRI and CBCT, Victoria Geren
Comparison of Maxillary Sinus Dimensions and Volumes on CBCT and 3T MR Images, Cara Hodgson
Accuracy of Surface Area and Volume Measurements of Teeth Determined from CBCT, Joseph Hourany
Clinical Effects of Oral Hygiene Instruction via Texting in Orthodontic Patients, Jessica Liu
Theses/Dissertations from 2018
Estimating Root Volumes by Limited Segmentation: A Volumetric Analysis of CBCT and Micro-CT Data, Theresa C. Baldwin
Measuring a Sample of Orthodontic Models/Panographs at LLUSD Using the CR-Eval, Jonathan Michael Drew
Effect of Centric Interference on Canine Tooth Wear, Andrey Gaiduchik
A Retrospective Cephalometric Growth Study of Sagittal Airway in Skeletal Class II Patients, Sue V. Kim
Accuracy of Cephalometric Analyses and Tooth Movements of Conventional vs CBCT-Generated Cephalograms, Thanh Khong Ng
Reliability and Accuracy of a Novel Photogrammetric Orthodontic Monitoring System, Vahe Ohanesian
Theses/Dissertations from 2017
Prediction of Root Form Using Crown Data: Mandibular Left First Premolar, Matthew E. Durschlag
Effects of Wire Material, Deflection, and Interbracket Distance on Burstone Bracket Geometry Force Systems, Skyler J. Liatti
Factors Associated with Orthodontically Induced Apical Root Resorption of Maxillary Incisors, Brandon Malan
Comparison of Tooth Length Measurements Made on CBCT and 3T MR Images, Danielle A. Piano
A Retrospective Lateral Cephalometric Growth Study of Sagittal Airway Changes, Grace H. Woo
Theses/Dissertations from 2016
The Effect of Orthodontic Treatment on Sagittal Root Position of the Maxillary Central Incisor, Jeremy Haines
Ricketts Analysis Using Conventional and DolphinTM Generated CBCT Lateral Cephs, Yeganeh Parhizkar Jewell
A CBCT Study of Pharyngeal Airway Changes Due to Fixed Functional Appliances, Scott T. Peterson
Correlation of Tooth Length Measurements made on CBCT and 3T MR Images, Andrew Scott Taylor
An Evaluation of Root Length Change Measurements using Intraoral Scan and Panoramic Radiographs, Elijah C. Wang
Comparison of Two methods of Transpalatal Arch and Lingual Arch Activation, Taoran Zhang
Theses/Dissertations from 2015
Tooth Size Ratio in Orthodontic Patients with Varied Sagittal Skeletal Patterns; A CBCT Study, James Barra
The Effect of Scan Settings on the Identification of Tooth Socket Lamina Dura Surface: A CBCT Study, Erick Carlucci
Morphological Changes in Alveolar Bone Following Orthodontic Space Closure, Ninette Hacopian
Treatment Outcomes of Patients with Unilateral Class II Malocclusions: A CBCT Study, Brent Leggett
Tooth Length Measurements on 3T MR Images: A Retrospective Study, Kevin G. Murray
Prevalence and Rationale of Orthodontic Extractions at Loma Linda University, Teresa T. Tran
Theses/Dissertations from 2014
Skeletal Changes after Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Fixed Orthodontic Treatment: A CBCT Study, Chandler Ho
CBCT Evaluation of Morphological Changes to Alveolar Bone Due to Orthodontic Tooth Movement, Jeremy M. Hoff
Efficacy of the FlossPro Flosser versus Finger Flossing in Orthodontic Patients, Sharareh S. Sabet
CBCT and Cephalometric Analysis of the TMJ Complex after Treatment Using a MARA Appliance, Melissa Danette Shotell
The Effect of Tooth Presence on Identification of Tooth Socket Lamina Dura Surface: A CBCT Study, Morse Stonecypher
Copper, Aluminum and Nickel: A New Monocrystalline Orthodontic Alloy, Mark Wierenga
Theses/Dissertations from 2013
Periodontal Health of Anterior Teeth with Two Types of Fixed Retainers, Andrew I. Corbett
Comparison between Ceph Analysis on Lateral Cephs, CBCT Scans, and MRI Scans, Jeffrey W. Lam
Comparison of Digital and CBCT Synthesized Lateral Cephalograms, Da Lee
Photos and Silhouettes in Evaluating the Need for BSSO Surgery in Adult Females, Jessicah L. Moretz
Effect of Attending Doctor Changes on Orthodontic Treatment Times and Results, Emily Caskey Peppers
Correlating Vomer with Ceph Vectors in High and Low Mandibular Plane Angle Cases, Christopher James Wood
Theses/Dissertations from 2012
Effectiveness of Resin Infiltration and Mi Paste Cpp-Acp in Masking White Spot Lesions, Melissa Wu Bailey
Accuracy of Ortho Insight 3D Digital Scanner in Mesial-Distal Tooth Measurements, Andrew A. Ferris
Dental and Buccal Bone Stability After Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Fixed Orthodontic Treatment, Allison Milliner
Influence of Outdoor Air Quality on Maxillofacial Growth and Development, Ryan Rudd
Evaluation of Apical, Coronal and Occlusal Form Diffrences with Conventional Orthodontic Treatment, Tamar Sardarian
Mechanical Evaluation of Mandibular Defects Restored with rhBMP-2: A Finite Element Model, Jelson Yalung
Theses/Dissertations from 2011
Profile Attractiveness in Borderline Class III Surgical/Orthodontic Cases, Melina Adamian
The Influence of Outdoor Air Quality on Vertical and Transverse Dental Dimensions, Vanessa Jenee Kaplan
Cone-Beam Computed Tomography and Orthodontics: Awareness Assessment, Warren D. Libby
Civic Attitude and Activity of Loma Linda University Dental Graduates, Gregory W. Olson
Sleeping Tongue Posture and Its Relationship to Craniofacial Morphology, Brent J. Tingey
Accuracy of Unsegmented CBCT in Mesial-Distal Tooth Measurements, Todd Wesslen
Theses/Dissertations from 2010
Effects of Orthodontic Treatment on Social Perceptions, Sherry A. Caraveo
Creating Prediction Models for Obstructive Sleep Apnea based on Gender, Jeffrey Hwang
MicroCT Study of Critical-Sized Defects Restored with a New rhBMP-2 Carrier, Joanne S. Kim
Correlating the Slope of the Vomer with Cephalometric Vectors of Facial Growth, Ryan Michael Pulfer
Work of Fracture in Ceramic Bracket Bonding Systems, Tye A. Roylance
Facial Type Analysis Comparison between MRI, CBCT, and Lateral Cephalometrics, Matthew A. Sanders
Theses/Dissertations from 2009
Influence of Stainless Steel Orthodontic Brackets on Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Christian James Hoybjerg
Effects of Functional Appliances on Pharyngeal Airway Dimensions: A Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study, Melissa K. Lee
Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography to Identify a Prediction Model for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Jodi Parker
Observer Reliability of Cephalometric Landmark Identification on 3-D MR Images, Michael S. Pollack
The Influence of Work of Fracture on Six Orthodontic Bonding Systems, Tyler S. Pritchard
Theses/Dissertations from 2008
Influence of Mandibular Fixed Retainers on Diagnostic Quality of Cranial MRI, Norman E. Carter
Recognizing a Dysfunctional Swallowing Pattern using Surface Electromyography (sEMG), Michelle F. Couto
Buccal Bone Changes Following Rapid Maxillary Expansion (RMF), Long-Term Results, Elena S. Iacob
Precision of Temporary Anchorage Device Placement with 2D vs. 3D Diagnostic Tools and Surgical Guides, Howard Lee
Comparison of Mandibular Alveolar Bone with Facial Type Using CBCT, Jason M. Loop
Orthodontic Mini-Implant Failure: Assessing the Relationship to Bone Quality Using QCBCT, Joshua Schneider
Cephalometric Analysis Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Wade A. Williams
Characterization of rhBMP-2 Induced Heterotopic Bone Subjected to Distraction Osteogenesis, Anne J. Yoon
Theses/Dissertations from 2007
Distraction of Heterotopic Bone Formed with BMP-2 in a Rat Model: The Technique, Stacie Dawn Fenderson
The Skeletal Effects to the Maxilla after Rapid Maxillary Expansion using CBCT, Brett J. Garrett
The Effects of the Quadhelix Appliance on the Dentition and Adjacent Buccal Bone, Shannon Hilgers
Detection of Simulated Apical Root Resorption Using Three Cone Beam CT Machines, Marcus Paulson
Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Adolescent Craniofacial Morphology Associated with Degenerative Joint Disease, Byron Diehl
Influence of Common Orthodontic Appliances On Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Joseph Matthew Elison
A Continued Investigation of Craniofacial Growth in Infant Heart Transplant Recipients Receiving Cyclosporine, Gabriel Enriquez
Variability in Selecting Lateral Cephalometric Landmarks in Two CBCT Image Modes, Dana Nguyen
Theses/Dissertations from 2005
Stability of the Miniscrew-Bone Interface: Reverse Torque Values in Rabbits, Daniel John Drye
A Comparative Study of Conventional-Ligating and Self-Ligating Bracket Systems, Gabriela Garcia
Ricketts and Steiner Analysis Using NewTom 3G™ Scout Images, James I. Gibson III
Accuracy of the Newtom 3G™ in Measuring the Angle of the Articular Eminence, Rehana Khan
De-bonding 4 Brands of Ceramic Brackets with the Waterlase Er,Cr;YSGG Laser, Carter A. Lane
Dynamic Determinants of Incisal Display, Shawn Paul Pesh
Magnification in Images Produced by Five Popular Digital Lateral Cephalometric Machines, Gretchen Marie Schnepper
Theses/Dissertations from 2004
The Effect of Rapid Maxillary Expansion on Nasal Cavity Volume and Nasal Airway Resistance, Todd Ehrler
Cone Beam CT and Digital Radiography. A Comparative Study of P/A Cephalometrics., Michael John Erickson
Condylar Remodeling After Distraction Osteogenesis And Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy, Robert Barker Hoffman
CBCT Panoramic Images vs. Traditional Panoramic Radiographs, Sunny Young Hutchinson
Prevalence of Degenerative Joint Disease in a Pre-Orthodontic Adolescent Sample, Marie Mansour
Theses/Dissertations from 2003
Synovial Fluid Hydrostatic Pressure in the TMJ after Mandibular Advancement in Sus scrofa, Samuel A. Demirdji
The Histological Effects of Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis On Rabbit Condyles, Eunice Jungmin Hong
A Bond Strength Comparison of LED and Halogen Light Curing Units, John Richard Kavanagh