Graduate Student Research
Previous Master's Theses


Department of Orthodontics
1961

Rogers, Russell

A serial cephalometric radiographic study of certain dimensions of the mandible and their relationship to Class II malocclusion. Vego, Leroy A longitudinal study of mandibular arch perimeter with and without lower third molar teeth in young adults. Warren, Leonard Longitudinal study of the position of the hyoid in different malocclusions.

1962

Aaronson, Sanford

A cephalometric investigation of the hard and soft tissue changes associated with the sub-condylar osteotomy surgical correction of mandibular prognathism. Hamman, James A cephalometric roentgenographic study of changes in incisor angulation accompanying removal of full banded orthodontic appliances. Slodov, Ike The effects of banding and various methods of leveling on dental arch length and incisor inclination.

1963

Baxt, Morton

A study of the reliability of measurements obtained from radiographs produced by the Updegrave technique of temporomandibular joint radiography. Behner, Harvey A serial cephalometric study of the long axes of the mandibular bicuspid teeth of children from eight to eleven years of age. Brady, Robert A longitudinal study of skeletal and dental maturation in subjects with various types of dental occlusion.

1964

Benson, Al

The reliability of repositioning living human subjects for serial temporomandibular joint roentgenography using the Updegrave and a modified Updegrave technique. Bulchak, Russell Apical root resorption after orthodontic therapy: a qualitative roentgenographic comparison of the edgewise and the Begg lightwire techniques. Fisher, William A study of methods establishing a mid sagittal plane in posteroanterior cephalograms.

1965

Datwyler, Darwin Reed

A study of some relationships between mandibular prognathism and somatype. Goodrich, Glenn The effect of intermaxillary elastic forces on the temporomandibular articulation. Randle, Richard Earl Glucose clearance in the oral cavity before and during orthodontic treatment.

1966

Altiere, James Nick, Jr.

Panoramic radiography in orthodontics using a special cephalostat. Dietrich, Carl Philip, Jr. The changes in angulation of the palatal, mandibular and occlusal planes accompanying and following Begg orthodontic treatment. Winters, Allen Harvey A comparison of the mechanical effectiveness of manual and electric toothbrushes on fully banded orthodontic patients.

1967

Gattozzi, Ralph S.

Quantitative analysis of the orthopantomograph. Mittler, William A. A cephalometric evaluation of anterior overbite reduction with the Begg technique. Valentine, Richard E. Skeletal maturation and mandibular growth rate in patients with Class II skeletal discrepancies.

1968

Fanno, James T.

Analysis of the dentitions of an Ohio Pre-Colombian Indian population. Sabat, Michael R. An evaluation of a mid-sagittal cephalometric plane for clinical use. Sheridan, Allan A quantitative analysis of the Panorex unit using a special cephalostat.

1969

Penman, Richard Allen

A cephalometric appraisal of serial extraction. Starr, David Donald Retraction of the mandibular six anterior teeth en masse. Wenger, Terry Lee A cephalometric appraisal of the significance of the inter-incisal angle and method of retention in the maintenance of overbite correction.

1970

Bekeny, Andrew Richard

The effects of the rubber tooth positioner on the gingiva of orthodontic patients during retention. DiGiulio, John Henry Quantitative measurements from panoramic radiographs. Peruzzi, Robert A. The effects of Tweed treatment on various facial patterns.

1971

Ballrick, James

A statistical validation of cephalometric prediction. Daprano, Angelo Anthony Canine retraction in healed and recent extraction sites. Giegerich, Thomas Intermaxillary tooth mass discrepancy: its incidence and effects on the treated case. Pelle, Joseph Inheritance of craniofacial growth in like-sexed siblings. Ridzon, James R. A statistical evaluation of moderate dental arch expansion to non-extraction orthodontic therapy.

1972

Boester, Charles Henry

An investigation of the concepts of differential and optimal force in the canine retraction. Greenberg, Larry Zale Computerized growth prediction: a statistical evaluation of the Ricketts Synthesis. Hirschfield, Robert Edward An evaluation of the effects of various fluoride pretreatment procedures prior to orthodontic banding in increasing the resistance of human enamel to decalcification. Horii, Michael Jordan The effect of supra-alveolar fiber transection on the rate of cuspid retraction. Persky, Sheldon Lawrence An evaluation of the dento-skeletal changes occurring during scoliosis therapy with a modified Milwaukee brace.

1973

Beeson, Dennis Charles

The effects of electric currents on orthodontic movement, In Vivo. Brodkowitz, Daniel Irwin The outcome of orthodontic treatment as a function of craniofacial architecture: a cephalometric investigation of the Begg technique. Gange, Robert Joseph The septopremaxillary ligament and nasomaxillary growth in the albino rat. Nagel, Norman John A materials evaluation of ten direct bonding systems utilizing polycarbonate brackets. Tanaka, Marvin Mitsuo A contemporary validation of the mixed dentition analysis: estimating the size of unerupted cuspids and bicuspids.

1974

Belhobek, Joseph Hubbard

The effect of unilateral progressive condylar compression on mandibular growth. Ford, Jeffrey Martin A cephalometric investigation of human craniofacial growth as characterized by a computerized growth equation. Fuller, David Stewart An investigation of mandibular condylar growth following condylotomy in the guinea pig. Neumann, Henry Frederick A clinical evaluation of decalcification under orthodontic bands following pretreatment with acidulated-phosphate fluorides and adhesive plastic coatings. Schmohl, Louis William, III Orthodontic direct bonding systems: In Vivo vs. In Vitro joint strength comparisons.

1975

Behrents, Rolf Gordon - Milo Hellman Award

The influence of the trigeminal nerve on facial growth and development. Berkowitz, Jackie The radiographic anatomy of the craniofacial complexes of the rat, guinea pig and rabbit. Bernabei, Raymond Lee - Harry Sicher Award A cephalometric investigation of the growth, in situ, of "isolated" mandibular condyles in adult rats following the administration of bovine growth hormone. Kossoff, Howard Eliot An evaluation of the accuracy of the Johnston grid in cephalometric growth prediction. Rhodes, David Alan Electron microprobe analysis of in vivo exposure of acid-etched enamel.

1976

Bernard, Dennis Orrin

Predetermination of the time of the facial growth spurt utilizing the cervical vertebrae. Brigham, Gary Paul - Harry Sicher Award An investigation of antigenic differences among condylar, epiphyseal, and nasal septal cartilages. Duchon, Stuart Lee A cephalometric investigation of the soft-tissue profile. Fink, Ronald Dale Validation of the contemporary techniques for the prediction of lower third molar impaction. Paulus, William David The effect of maternal ethanol inhalation during pregnancy on the craniofacial development of the A/J mouse.

1977

Mayers, Colin Arthur

Asymmetry of the maxillary and mandibular dentition with respect to the palatine raphe. Klar, Lawrence Alan An evaluation of the occlusion on post-orthodontic patients. Bates, Lyn Vandevere An evaluation of current orthodontic bonding materials and a comparison of the direct and indirect techniques. Kabinoff, Howard Louis A comparative evaluation of xeroradiography for its use in orthodontics. Palmer, Nick Stephen - Harry Sicher Award In vivo and in vitro studies of anti-cartilage antibodies.

1978

Carmen, Ronald Bruce

A study of mandibular anterior crowding in untreated cases and its predictability. Cotler, Stuart B. The functional maturation of the cervical vertebrae. Opalka, Theodore F., Jr. Correlation of mandibular skeletal development with anchorage preparation: A cephalometric investigation of Tweed, Begg and a modified non-anchorage edgewise technique. Gift, Richard E. The effect of periodontal membrane denervation on orthodontic tooth movement. Weil, Jeffrey Scott A comparative study of psycho-sociological factors associated with orthodontic treatment.

1979

Kozar, David Joseph

The effect of chronic maternal marihuana inhalation on craniofacial growth and development of rat offspring. Dolatowski, Kenneth Paul A study of the prenatal growth of the human anencephalic craniofacial skeleton. Pooler, Neil Linn Effects of nitrous oxide inhalation by pregnant mice upon the craniofacial development of their offspring. Riegel, Ned Irvin Effect of continuous magnetic radiation upon incisor eruption rate in vivo. Horvath, Ladd Michael Intrinsic craniofacial compensation affects in normal development.

1980

Griffith, Richard J.

Microcomputers in orthodontics. Gustovich, Donald D. Psychological implications of orthodontic treatment as related to job attainment. Koenig, William J. The skeletal nasal airway: a correlative study. Trouten, James C. Analysis of skeletal open bite utilizing the counterpart analysis.

1981

Hans, Mark G. - Harry Sicher Award

The effects of anti-nasal septal cartilage antibodies on midfacial growth and development Popovic, Luka Transverse growth changes in the rabbit maxilla utilizing vestibular shields. Scotese, Terry Charles Transverse maxillary restraint in growing rabbits and compensatory growth changes. Tsolakis, Apostolos Effects of distal mandibular traction in the rabbit: A cephalometric, histologic and electro-myographic study. Young, Donald A cephalometric analysis of myoskeletal relationships.

1982

Bujack, Elizabeth S.

Comparative evaluation of the craniofacial anatomy of the bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). DiPalma, Dennis M. A morphometric study of orthopedic and functional therapy for the hyperdivergent skeletal pattern. Kapley, Kenneth A study of factors relating to mandibular anterior crowding in orthodontically untreated individuals. Roth, Thomas Evan Synovial fluid pressure determination in the temporomandibular joint. White, John Craig A study of craniofacial asymmetry.

1983

Benson, Jeffrey

The effects of clyclic 3'5' adenosine monophosphate and cyclic 3'5' guanosine monophosphate upon sutural expansion by an orthopedic force. Pfister, Charles An analysis of the true skeletal Class III utilizing counterpart analysis. Ward, Dennis Changes in synovial fluid pressure due to altered mandibular positions. Weiss, Ira - 1984 Award of Special Merit from the A.A.O. The measurement of changes in oxygen concentration, redox potential, pH, and temperature in the periodontal membrane during force application. Whitney, David A longitudinal and morphometric analysis of the Class II individual. Choi, Yeong Chul A serial headfilm evaluation of the adenoid relationships during facial growth. Nah, Hyun-Duck The influence of axonal transport on facial musculature in the growing rat.

1984

Canepa, Charles P.

Histopathologic adaptations to functional forces in the human temporomandibular joint meniscus. Katsavrias, Elias G. Effects of experimental alteration of nasal function on craniofacial growth in the guinea pig. Ornella, Eric M. Ramal remodeling in the pig as affected by continuous posterior traction and functional hyperpropulsion of the mandible. Pinkard, Jacques Scott The effects of electric current on condylar cartilage and bone growth. Wu, Chou Bing A morphometric approach to Class II treatment.

1985

Aksharanugraha, Korntip

The effect of stretching on hamster cheek pouch muscle. Cavalancia, Jeffrey The relationship of forceful chewing and palatal form in the vervet monkey (Cercopithecus aethiops). Chen, Fuang-Ling Cellular response to tension in buccal epithelium. Krause, Charles Andrew A morphometric evaluation of congenital clefts of the lip and palate. Radulovich, Brian Peter The effect of tension and pressure on PGE2 and cAMP concentrations in the midsagittal suture of the rat. Urias, Dayse A longitudinal study of facial growth in using the counterpart analysis.

1986

Collins, Jeffrey Lee

The effects of mechanical stress upon the content of Leukotriene B4, C4 and prostaglandin E2 in the midsagittal suture of the rat. DiGangi, Darlene M. A morphometric study of Herbst appliance treatment. Lewicki, David Alan The influence of dentofacial schema complexity of assessing facial attractiveness and benefit of orthodontic treatment. Moron, Denise  Effects of mandibular advancement on the histochemical characteristics of the lateral pterygoid muscle in young rats.

1987

Kim, Michael T.

A comparison of different histochemical techniques to trace bone mineral deposition. Kishiyama, Craig A. An evaluation of response to orthodontic treatment of deep overtie in Eury-, Meso- and Leptoprosopic individuals. Petrone, Joseph JF.A. The effects of bite plane therapy on mandibular growth: A catastrophe averted. Shiao, Michael S. The effect of Piriprost and Indomethacin on pressure induced calvarial remodeling along midsagittal suture of the rat. Triantafyllou, Ioannis E. Craniofacial growth increments after hand-wrist skeletal adulthood. Yuksel, Derya U. A longitudinal study on the effects of serial extraction using the counterpart analysis.

1988

Brightman, Laurie J.

The effects of chlorhexidine gluconate on orthodontic patients aged eleven through seventeen with established gingivitis. Cheng, Man-Ching Evaluation of craniofacial morphology and occlusion in patients with nasal obstruction. DeCoster, Thierry M. Experimental transplantations of cranial and facial sutural articulations: A histological assessment. Goodrich, Glenn The effect of whole-body irradiation on osteoclasts during orthodontic tooth movement in the rat. Parker, Stephan H. Cephalometric evaluation of response to orthodontic treatment of deep overbite with cervical pull facebow headgear in Eury-, Meso-, and Leptoprosopic individuals. Udomsiri-Visetsiri, Isaravadee Magnetic resonance imaging and functional analyses of masticatory biomechanics.

1989

Mussa-Contreras, Roxana

The effect of continuous passive motion in the regeneration of full-thickness articular cartilage defects on the condyle of the TMJ in adult guinea pigs: A pilot study. Kmentt, Bradley Designed failure of orthodontic adhesives. Schratz, Walter W. Basicranial asymmetry and morphological effects on the condyle and ramus. Shiau, Jing-Yi Evaluation of double-sealant indirect bonding technique: Bond strength, fracture site, marginal defects and surface treatment. Slodov, Andrew Antigenic determinants of cartilage in the Sprague-Dawley rat. Thimaporn, Jariya Effects of unilateral premature fusion of the zygomaxillary suture on the growth of nasomaxillary complex: A histological assessment.

1990

Chaques-Asensi, Jose

Effects of surgical periostomy in animals undergoing experimental mandibular protrusion. Johnson, Matthew S. Aesthetic orthodontic arch wires: A quest for materials and a pre-clinical mechanical properties testing protocol. Martone, Valerie D. A morphometric study of the Class III pattern related to headform. Lustman-Rozencweig, Sophie A comprehensive behavioral management method for adolescent orthodontic patients: An experimental study Rozencweig, Georges Diagnosis of temporomandibular joint internal derangement: A comparison between axiography and magnetic resonance imaging. Souris, George A. Third molar eruption prediction.

1991

Kruse, Daniel A.

A comparison of dentofacial and temporomandibular joint morphology in children and adolescents. Moron, Wulfran Benitez (Jr.) Clinical evaluation of aesthetic arch wires. Taylor, Michael M. A Method of Evaluation for the Pharyngeal Tissues and Associated Structures. Tseng, Chen-Wen An Assessment of the Relationships Among Dietary Consistency, Bite Force and Palatal Morphology in Growing Monkeys. Tsolakis, Konstantinos I. Growth and development following experimental restriction of transverse maxillary growth of the rat. Writer, Martin C. Esthetics and orthodontics: The fabrication and testing of a synthetic aesthetic orthodontic archwire.

1992

Dietrich, Carl P., III

Vertical Correction of Open Bite Malocclusions: Fabrication and Testing of a New Orthodontic Appliance. Nguyen, Hung Tuan, An Antisera Altering Rat Mid-Facial Development Reacts with Cartilage Proteoglycan and Other Matrix Proteins. Price, Mark A. Dental Development in Low-Birth Weight Children. Tamiolaki, Angeliki Teenage Patient Cooperation in Private Orthodontic Practice Utilizing Videotape Instruction. Wright, Douglas F. Laser Etching of Enamel Surfaces, Bond Strength and SEM Evaluation Zammit, Mark P. The Epidemiology of Malocclusion and the Need for Orthodontic Care in Northern Labrador Inuit Youth.

1993

Alvetro-Rossman, Lisa

The Effect of Mid Palatal Suture Separation on Craniofacial Morphogenesis Chun, Martha Transverse Changes in the Adult Craniofacial Complex Hamman, Frances A Longitudinal Study of the Mature Human Dentition - A Pilot Study O’Callaghan, Sean Spatial Resolution of Cephalometric Radiographs Pracharktam, Nonglak Cephalometric Assessment in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Spillas, Gus The Relevance of Factor Analysis in the Reduction of Cephalometric Data

1994

Brightman, Brenda Bonnie

Recognition of Malocclusion: An Education Outcome Assessment Cain, David Alan  Histological Analysis of Rebound Growth in The Rat Maxillary Alveolar Complex Di Battista, Luigi E. Electrical Stimulation of the Masseter Muscle Diels, Roger M. Changes in Soft Tissue Profile in African Americans Males and Females with Class I Bimaxillary Protrusion Following Orthodontic Treatment Lange, D. William Soft Tissue Profile Changes in Patients with Class II, Div. 1 Malocclusions Treated with the Bionator Appliance Pence, Timothy J. The Effects of Anti-Link Protein on Rat Midfacial Growth and Development

1995

Damon, Clay

Cephalometric Evaluation of Orthodontic Treatment of Excessive Overbite Dhingra, Seema Assessment of Orthodontic Treatment Need Using a Cephalometric Index Holman, J. Kevin An Assessment of Extraction vs. Non-Extraction Orthodontic Treatment Using the PAR (Peer Assessment Rating) Index Schmahl, Sharon A Long-Term Evaluation of Occlusal Stability Following Orthognathic Surgery Shaheen, Bassam Identification of Unique Extracellular Proteins in Rat Nasal Septum, Condylar, and Synchondrosal Cartilage

1996

Baek, Seung-Jin

Correlating Cephalometric and Anthropometric Measurements with Physiologic Measurements of Sleep Bazzucchi, Andrea Use of the Active Vertical Corrector in Non-extraction Treatment of Open Bite Malocclusion Bozek, John P. Validation of a Cephalometric Index for Orthodontic Treatment Need Harmon, David, Jr. The Effects of an Ultrasonic Toothbrush on Orthodontic Patients Aged 11 Through 17. Najem, Wade J. II The Correlation of Craniofacial Form Between Siblings

1997

Luks, Virginia G.

Dental Device Treatment for O.S.A.S.: Craniofacial Change Relative to Sleep Quality Palomo, Juan Martin A Three Dimensional Study of the Craniofacial Growth and Development of Sixteen Female Bolton Faces Red, Clarence J., III The Effect of Operator Experience on Orthodontic Outcome Signorino, Jamie The Use of Anti-sialogogues in Bonding Procedures Wu, Hsin-Hsin The Effects of Rapid Expansion on Arch Asymmetry in Children

1998

Armogan, Vidya

Assessing treatment need in 10th grade students in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Katzan, Charissa Outcome Assessment of 1-phase and 2-phase orthodontic treatment Kulnis, Randall Cephalometric assessment of snoring and non-snoring children Le, Nhat Minh Utilization of orthodontic services and outcome of treatment in Cuyahoga County, Ohio Wenger, Ryan Evaluation of protraction facemask therapy using Procrustes analysis and traditional cephalometrics.

1999

Eckhardt, Jonathan J.

Characterization of orthodontic treatment provided by general dentists in Ohio. Feghali, Roland Comparing intraoral clinical observation with study model assessment of occlusion using the P.A.R. Index Nguyen, William D. Pretreatment occlusal characteristics of orthodontic patients vis-à-vis provider education using the peer assessment rating and the index of orthodontic treatment need. Park, Soon-Jung Genetic study of craniofacial traits in rats. Valiathan, Manish Comparing cephalometrics based clinical decisions among experienced orthodontists and two software programs.

2000

James R. Galati

Segregation of Rat Craniofacial Phenothypic Traits in Brown-Norway/Sprague-Dawley Cross. Jedidiah Gass Heritability of Maxillary Midline Diastema Donald W. Hunt, Jr. Three-dimensional Analysis of Size and Shape Changes Through Growth in Class II, Div. Individuals. Sally S. Park The Use of Practice Management Software Programs in Epidemiological Research.

 


2002


Yumi Abei

                    Outcome Assessment of Orthodontic Treatment provided by Orthodontic Specialists vs. Non-Orthodontists

Rachel Hamilton

                    The efficacy of Early Orthodontic Treatment Using the Index of Complexity, Outcome and Need.

Alexandros Moullas

                     Craniofacial Phenotypic Variation Among Laboratory Rat Strains.

 


2003


Larry Golden

                   Generation of Recombinant Human B-Defensin-3 and its Microbial Activity Against Oral Bacteria.

Gordon Groisser

                    The Effect of Orthodontic Treatment with All Four First Molar Extraction on the Vertical Dimension of Occlusion.

Nawaf Masri

                    Cephalometric Change of the Lower Incisor Position During Orthodontic Treatment.

Mandana Mozayeni-Azar

                    Post-Treatment and Post-Retention Evaluation of Protraction Facemask Therapy Using Traditional Cephalometrics

 


2004


Sean Bates

                    Non-destructive Determination of the Correlation of Skull Radiodensity to Stiffness and Strength in a Fresh-frozen Cadaver.

Lance Q. Bruntz

                    A Comparison of Digitally Scanned Lateral Cephalograms to Corresponding Original Radiographs.

Dave M. Lenhart

                    Craniofacial Phenotypic Variation Between Two Laboratory Mouse Strains, The B6 and A/J.

Christopher Spoonhower

                   Familial Aggregation of Congenital Hypodontia.

 


2005


Justin Pagan

                    Evaluation of Cephalometric Changes in Untreated Class III Versus Class II Individuals.

Mohammad Razavi

                    Tooth-size Discrepancies and Agenesis of Teeth: A Familial Study.

Victoria Wan

                    A Comparative Cephalometric Study of the Twin Block and Bionator Appliances in the Treatment of Class II Malocclusion.

 


2006


Jed Hildebrand

                    Evaluation of Digital and Plaster Models Using the A.B.O. Scoring Index.

Clifford J. Lowdenback

                    Predicting Orthodontic Treatment Duration Using Pre-treatment Patient Variables.

Nadia Lyotard

                    Evaluation of Short Term Stability Without Retention: A Pilot Study.

Michael Paulus

                   An Evaluation of Dental Arch Relationships Among Children with Unilateral Cleft lip and Palate Treated at Two Different Centers.