Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Teeth01:15

Teeth

2.1K
The formation of teeth, also known as odontogenesis, is a complex process that begins in utero, around the sixth week of embryonic development. There are three stages to this process: the bud stage, the cap stage, and the bell stage.
In the bud stage, the tooth germ (an aggregation of cells) starts to form in the developing jawbone. During the cap stage, the tooth germ differentiates into enamel organ, dental papilla, and dental sac, which will later develop into the tooth's enamel, dentin...
2.1K
Tooth Anatomy01:21

Tooth Anatomy

2.6K
The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or...
2.6K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Intravenous Procedural Sedation in Pediatric Dentistry:A Concise Review of Treatment Protocol.

International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry·2026
Same author

Association of single nucleotide polymorphisms of enamelin, tuftelin1, and matrix metalloproteinase 20 genes in South Indian children with early childhood caries: A case-control study.

Journal of the Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry·2026
Same author

A bibliometric analysis of the 100 most cited articles on pulp vitality devices.

European oral research·2026
Same author

Assessment of the Relationship between Crying Patterns, Dental Anxiety, and Behavior Guidance Techniques: A Behavioral Interventional Study.

International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry·2026
Same author

Conscious Sedation: Decision-making in the Borderline Cases.

International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry·2026
Same author

Rethinking Conversational Hypnosis: A Great Tool in Pediatric Dentistry.

International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 19, 2026

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
07:26

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology

Published on: August 22, 2022

2.0K

Primary Dentition Analysis: Exploring a Hidden Approach.

Sivakumar Nuvvula1, Kalasandhya Vanjari2, Rekhalakshmi Kamatham3

  • 1Professor and Head, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry Narayana Dental College, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India.

International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|June 9, 2016
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The Boston University (BU) approach shows promise for predicting permanent canine and premolar dimensions from primary teeth, with stronger correlations observed in girls than boys. Further prospective studies are recommended for this early malocclusion interception method.

Keywords:
AnalysisBU approachPrimary dentitionTanaka-Johnston.

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Insights into an Efficient Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model Protocol
04:11

Author Spotlight: Insights into an Efficient Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model Protocol

Published on: October 27, 2023

1.5K
Optimized Bone Sampling Protocols for the Retrieval of Ancient DNA from Archaeological Remains
06:18

Optimized Bone Sampling Protocols for the Retrieval of Ancient DNA from Archaeological Remains

Published on: November 30, 2021

5.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 19, 2026

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
07:26

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology

Published on: August 22, 2022

2.0K
Author Spotlight: Insights into an Efficient Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model Protocol
04:11

Author Spotlight: Insights into an Efficient Murine Maxillary Orthodontic Model Protocol

Published on: October 27, 2023

1.5K
Optimized Bone Sampling Protocols for the Retrieval of Ancient DNA from Archaeological Remains
06:18

Optimized Bone Sampling Protocols for the Retrieval of Ancient DNA from Archaeological Remains

Published on: November 30, 2021

5.3K

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry

Background:

  • Accurate prediction of mesiodistal widths (MDWs) of canine and premolar teeth in children with primary dentition is crucial for early malocclusion interception.
  • The Boston University (BU) approach utilizes primary teeth measurements to predict permanent canine and premolar dimensions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To predict canine and premolar dimensions in a contemporary population using the Boston University (BU) approach.
  • To compare the predictive accuracy of the BU approach with the Tanaka-Johnston (T/J) approach.

Main Methods:

  • The study included children aged 7-11 years with specific primary and permanent teeth present.
  • Exclusion criteria included interproximal caries, restorations, dental abnormalities, and prior orthodontic treatment.
  • Dental impressions were taken, models were created, and mesiodistal widths (MDWs) were measured to predict permanent tooth dimensions using both T/J and BU methods.

Main Results:

  • A statistically significant positive correlation was found between the T/J and BU approaches (r = 0.52-0.55, p = 0.00).
  • A strong positive correlation was observed in girls (r = 0.72-0.77, p = 0.00).
  • Boys showed a weak, statistically non-significant positive correlation (r = 0.17-0.42).

Conclusions:

  • The Boston University (BU) approach demonstrates potential as a predictive method for permanent tooth dimensions in children during the primary dentition stage.
  • Further prospective research is recommended to validate and refine the BU approach for clinical application.
  • The findings suggest gender-based differences in the predictive accuracy of the BU approach.