Associate Professor Peter Mei

2025

Journal - Research Article

Guan, G., Coates, D. E., Sun, Q., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2025). Atomic force microscopy for revealing oncological nanomechanobiology and thermodynamics. ACS Nano. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1021/acsnano.4c14837

Mei, L., Huang, Z., Wang, Z., Sun, S., Zhu, S., Gao, C., Polonowita, A., & Guan, G. (2025). Electroencephalographic signature of TMD patients: clinical implications. British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2025.02.013

Zhang, Y., Liu, Z., Zhang, W., Zhao, X., Ma, S., Li, M., Mei, L., … Pei, D. (2025). Non-collagenous protein-inspired hydrogels with repeated dicarboxylic structure and high matrix strength for amorphous calcium phosphate stabilization to promote bone defect regeneration. Advanced Functional Materials. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1002/adfm.202500075

Wu, T., Farella, M., Guan, S., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2025). A national survey of the debonding protocols used by orthodontists in New Zealand. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 41(1), 1-7. doi: 10.2478/aoj-2025-0001

Nguyen, K. T., Farella, M., Bennani, V., & Mei, L. (2025). Effect of biomechanical properties of perioral soft tissues on lip response to simulated protraction of upper front teeth. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1111/joor.13941

Journal - Research Other

Guan, G., Polonowita, A. K., Mei, L., Polonowita, D. A., & Polonowita, A. D. (2025). Chronic orofacial pain and pharmacological management: A Clinical guide. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology & Oral Radiology. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1016/j.oooo.2025.02.005

2024

Journal - Research Article

Jiang, Y., Mei, L., Xu, L., Wang, J., Feng, X., & Chen, X. (2024). Biomechanical effect of en-masse versus substep extraction space closure on posterior teeth using clear aligners: A finite element study. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 40(2), 149-171.

Lin, S., Lu, T., Zhang, H., Wang, W., Han, L., Mei, L., & Li, H. (2024). Effectiveness of palatal anchorage device (PAD) for maxillary anterior retraction with clear aligners using finite element study. Scientific Reports, 14, 26176. doi: 10.1038/s41598-024-77320-x

Guan, G., Tjhang, V., Sun, H., Polonowita, A., & Mei, L. (2024). Halitosis in oral lichen planus patients. Journal of Breath Research. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1088/1752-7163/ad8ee7

Du, T., Wang, J., Mei, P., Li, D., Zhao, J., Zhou, J., … Qi, K. (2024). The relationship between upper airway parameters and covid-19 symptom severity in adolescents: Upper airway morphology affects COVID-19 symptom severity in adolescents. Frontiers in Oral Health. Advance online publication. doi: 10.3389/froh.2024.1458368

Sun, S., Liu, Y., Sun, J., Zan, B., Cui, Y., Jin, A., … Mei, L., … Jiang, L. (2024). Osteopetrosis-like disorders induced by osteoblast-specific retinoic acid signaling inhibition in mice. Bone Research, 12, 61. doi: 10.1038/s41413-024-00353-5

Wang, Z., Li, M., Tang, Z., Wu, D., Zhou, Y., Abdulghani, E. A., … Li, Y. (2024). Combined anterior and posterior miniscrews increase apical root resorption of maxillary incisors in protrusion and premolar extraction cases. Korean Journal of Orthodontics. Advance online publication. Retrieved from https://e-kjo.org/journal/view.html?uid=2149&vmd=Full

Nie, J., Ma, S., Wu, L., Li, Y., Cao, J., Li, M., Mei, P., Cooper, P. R., … Pei, D. (2024). SEC31a-ATG9a interaction mediates the recruitment of COPII vesicles for autophagosome formation. Advanced Science. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1002/advs.202405127

Guan, G., Lim, A., Sim, H., Khor, Y., & Mei, L. (2024). Interprofessional communication between general dental practitioners and general medical practitioners: A qualitative study. Journal of Primary Health Care. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1071/HC24071

Chen, Y., Mei, L., Qian, Y., Zhou, X., Zhao, Z., Zheng, W., & Li, Y. (2024). Integrated bioinformatic analysis of protein landscape in gingival crevicular fluid unveils sequential bioprocess in orthodontic tooth movement. Progress in Orthodontics, 25, 37. doi: 10.1186/s40510-024-00536-0

Sun, S., Liu, Y., Cui, Y., Huang, Z., Mei, L., Dai, Q., & Jiang, L. (2024). Generation and validation of the conditional osteoblast-specific retinoic acid signaling inhibition mouse model. Journal of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Medical Science), 44(6), 676-686. doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1674-8115.2024.06.002

Xiong, W., Liu, Y., Zhou, H., Li, J., Jing, S., Jiang, C., Li, M., … Ye, Q. (2024). Human dental pulp stem cells mitigate the neuropathology and cognitive decline via AKT-GSK3β-Nrf2 pathways in Alzheimer's disease. International Journal of Oral Science, 16(1). Advance online publication. doi: 10.1038/s41368-024-00300-4

Mei, L., Jin, C., Na, A., Marra, J., Guan, S., & Choi, J. (2024). Biomechanical aging behaviour of clear aligners. Australian Orthodontic Journal, 40(1), 60-66. doi: 10.2478/aoj-2024-0006)

Mei, L., Wang, Z., Guo, O., Zhang, L., & Guan, G. (2024). TikTok talks teeth: A quantitative and qualitative analysis of fixed appliance related TikTok videos. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 40(1), 50-59. doi: 10.2478/aoj-2024-0005

Jin, C., Gray, A. R., Brunton, P. A., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2024). Effect of carbamide peroxide on biomechanical properties of vacuum-formed retainers: A split-mouth randomized controlled trial. Journal of Dentistry, 143, 104902. doi: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.104902

Li, J., Wu, S., Mei, L., Wen, J., Marra, J., Lei, L., & Li, H. (2024). Facial asymmetry of the hard and soft tissues in skeletal Class I, II, and III patients. Scientific Reports, 14, 4966. doi: 10.1038/s41598-024-55107-4

Lu, T., Mei, L., Li, B.-C., Huang, Z.-W., & Li, H. (2024). Hybrid treatment of varied orthodontic appliances for a patient with skeletal class II and temporomandibular joint disorders: A case report and review of literature. World Journal of Clinical Cases, 12(2), 431-442. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i2.431

Li, S., Mei, L., Chen, Q., Gao, K., Zheng, W., & Li, Y. (2024). Unilateral injection of botulinum toxin type A into the masseter muscle induces mandibular asymmetry in adolescent rats by suppressing the angular process growth. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 165(2), 232-244. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2023.09.009

Xu, L., Li, Y., Mei, L., Qi, H., Fang, J., & Li, Y. (2024). Local injection of abaloparatide promotes mandibular condyle lengthening in adolescent rats via enhancing chondrogenesis and ossification. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 51, 380-393. doi: 10.1111/joor.13597

Journal - Research Other

Wang, O., Mei, L., Polonowita, A., & Guan, G. (2024). Exploring the link between burning mouth syndrome and human herpesvirus-6B: A narrative review on pathogenesis. Journal of the Royal Society of New Zealand. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1080/03036758.2024.2406818

Polonowita, A. D., Polonowita, A. K., Mei, L., & Guan, G. (2024). Construction of the chronic temporomandibular disorder patients: The association between neural and psychological pathways. New Zealand Medical Journal/Te ara tika o te hauora hapori, 137(1595), 80-93. Retrieved from https://www.nzmj.org.nz/

Polonowita, A., Mei, L., & Guan, G. (2024). The deconstruction of chronic orofacial pain and a hiding inhibition pathway of orofacial pain: The trigeminal proprioceptive mesencephalic periaqueductal gray pathway. New Zealand Medical Journal/Te ara tika o te hauora hapori, 137(1588), 67-79. Retrieved from https://nzmj.org.nz/

2023

Journal - Research Article

Jin, C., Skilbeck, M., Low, A., Lin, W., Au, C., & Mei, L. (2023). Root dilaceration: A case report and literature review. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 39(1), 109-119. doi: 10.2478/aoj-2023-0013

Au, C., Li, J., Jin, L., Wu, T., Guan, G., & Mei, L. (2023). Non-attendance of appointments at the orthodontic clinic. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 39(2), 185-193. doi: 10.2478/aoj-2023-0035

Tinawi, A., Chen, N., Mei, L., & Loch, C. (2023). Occlusion norms in mammals: An introductory study. New Zealand Dental Journal, 119(4), 186-196.

Chen, X., He, Q., Zhai, Q., Tang, H., Li, D., Zhu, X., … Cannon, R. D., Mei, L., … Chen, T. (2023). Adaptive nanoparticle-mediated modulation of mitochondrial homeostasis and inflammation to enhance infected bone defect healing. ACS Nano, 17(22), 22960-22978. doi: 10.1021/acsnano.3c08165

Li, M., Li, D., Jiang, Y., He, P., Li, Y., Wu, Y., … Cannon, R. D., Mei, L., … Yuan, H. (2023). The genetic background determines material-induced bone formation through the macrophage-osteoclast axis. Biomaterials, 302, 122356. doi: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2023.122356

Mei, L., & Jiang, L. (2023). Step-by-step practical procedures to close midline diastema with a vacuum-formed retainer. AJO-DO Clinical Companion. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1016/j.xaor.2023.10.003

Jian, G., Li, D., Ying, Q., Chen, X., Zhai, Q., Wang, S., Mei, L., Cannon, R. D., … Chen, T. (2023). Dual photo-enhanced interpenetrating network hydrogel with biophysical and biochemical signals for infected bone defect healing. Advanced Healthcare Materials, 2300469. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1002/adhm.202300469

Guan, G., Mei, L., Yu, C., Tan, Y., & Han, C. (2023). Patient-centred care attitudes and knowledge: A national study of BDS students in New Zealand. BMC Medical Education, 23, 516. doi: 10.1186/s12909-023-04496-7

Khashashneh, M., Ratnayake, J., Choi, J. J. E., Mei, L., Lyons, K., & Brunton, P. (2023). The effect of 10% carbamide peroxide dental bleaching on the physical properties of Invisalign aligners: An in vitro study. Materials, 16, 4125. doi: 10.3390/ma16114125

Skilbeck, M. G., Cannon, R. D., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2023). The effect of surface roughening of orthodontic elastomers on hydrophobicity and in vitro adherence of Streptococcus gordonii. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 143, 105881. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2023.105881

Mei, L., Kang, A., Jin, C., & Farella, M. (2023). An orthodontic tooth brushing technique to enhance oral hygiene in patients wearing fixed orthodontic appliances: A randomized controlled trial. International Journal of Dental Hygiene, 21(3), 634-640. doi: 10.1111/idh.12686

Li, M., & Guan, G. (2023). Profilometry and atomic force microscopy for surface characterization. Nano TransMed, 2(1), 69-73. doi: 10.26599/NTM.2023.9130017

Liu, N., Zhong, Y., Pang, X., Li, M., Cannon, R. D., Mei, L., … Ji, P. (2023). The nano-windmill exerts superior anti-inflammatory effects via reducing choline uptake to inhibit macrophage activation. Cell Proliferation, 56, e13470. doi: 10.1111/cpr.13470

Lee, P. X. E., SoYeon, O., Mohamad Nor, N. N., Mei, L., Farella, M., & Prasad, S. (2023). Dietary experiences during fixed orthodontic treatment. Trends in Orthodontics. Advance online publication. doi: 10.25259/APOS_164_2022

Zhao, R., Mei, L., Long, H., Jiang, F., & Lai, W. (2023). Changing clear aligners every 10 days or 14 days? A randomised controlled trial. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 39(1). doi: 10.2478/aoj-2023-0002

Hu, S., Wang, S., He, Q., Li, D., Xin, L., Xu, C., … Mei, L., Cannon, R. D., … Chen, T. (2023). A mechanically reinforced super bone glue makes a leap in hard tissue strong adhesion and augmented bone regeneration. Advanced Science, 10, 2206450. doi: 10.1002/advs.202206450

Wang, D., Firth, F., Bennani, F., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2023). Immediate effect of clear aligners and fixed appliances on perioral soft tissues and speech. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research, 26, 425-432. doi: 10.1111/ocr.12625

Kang, A., Firth, F. A., Antoun, J., Mei, L., Ali, A., & Farella, M. (2023). Three-dimensional digital assessment of typodont activations. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research, 26, 285-296. doi: 10.1111/ocr.12611

Wang, Y., Mei, L., Zhao, S., Xing, X., & Wu, G. (2023). Effect of chitosan-oleuropein nanoparticles on dentin collagen cross-linking. Technology & Health Care, 31(2), 647-659. doi: 10.3233/thc-220195

Journal - Research Other

Wu, Q., Xia, Y., Xiong, X., Duan, X., Pang, X., Zhang, F., … Mei, L., Cannon, R. D., … Ou, Z. (2023). Focused ultrasound-mediated small-molecule delivery to potentiate immune checkpoint blockade in solid tumors. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 14, 1169608. doi: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1169608

Lu, W., Li, Y., Mei, L., & Li, Y. (2023). Preformed intrusion bulbs on clear aligners facilitate active vertical control in a hyperdivergent skeletal Class II case with extraction: A case report with 4-year follow-up. Trends in Orthodontics, 13(1), 46-54. doi: 10.25259/APOS_142_2022

Guan, G., Cannon, R. D., Coates, D. E., & Mei, L. (2023). Effect of the Rho-kinase/ROCK signaling pathway on cytoskeleton components. Genes, 14, 272. doi: 10.3390/genes14020272

Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs

Khashashneh, M., Brunton, P., Lyons, K., Mei, P., & Choi, J. (2023, July). The effect of 10% carbamide peroxide dental bleaching on the physical properties of Invisalign aligners. Verbal presentation at the Faculty of Dentistry Clinical and Research Excellence Symposium, Dunedin, New Zealand.

Jin, C., Mei, P., Farella, M., Brunton, P., & Gray, A. (2023, July). Can orthodontic clear retainers be used for tooth whitening? Verbal presentation at the Faculty of Dentistry Clinical and Research Excellence Symposium, Dunedin, New Zealand.

2022

Journal - Research Article

Shi, C., Feng, Y., Hsiao, Y.-C., Smith, J., Jin, C., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2022). Clear aligners brands and marketing claims: An overview of available information on the web. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 38(2), 252-262. doi: 10.2478/aoj-2022-0025

Han, C., Mei, L., Liu, A., Ya Mohammad Hassan, S., Polonowita, A., & Guan, G. (2022). Oral medicine services: A two-centre study of 99,603 patients between 2015 and 2020. Journal of International Medical Research, 50(8). doi: 10.1177/03000605221115384

Yu, W. W., Goh, R., Cheong, E., Guan, G., Jin, C., Cannon, R. D., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2022). Prevalence of halitosis among young adults in Dunedin, New Zealand. International Journal of Dental Hygiene, 20, 700-707. doi: 10.1111/idh.12609

Xu, L., Mei, L., Lu, R., Li, Y., Li, H., & Li, Y. (2022). Predicting patient experience of Invisalign treatment: An analysis using artificial neural network. Korean Journal of Orthodontics, 52(4), 268-277. doi: 10.4041/kjod21.255

Xu, L., Li, H., Mei, L., Li, Y., Wo, P., & Li, Y. (2022). Aligner treatment: Patient experience and influencing factors. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 38(1), 88-95. doi: 10.21307/aoj-2022.008

Wang, T., Zhao, R., Yang, R., Li, Y., Lien, H. L., Mei, L., & Nogueira, G. (2022). Perceptions of NZ orthodontists and periodontists on the management of gingival recession in orthodontic patients. Australian Dental Journal, 67(Suppl. 1), S41-S49. doi: 10.1111/adj.12914

Han, L., Mei, L., Zhang, C., Wu, T., Wang, C., & Li, H. (2022). Correction of Class II division 2 with crowding and bilateral fully transposed impacted mandibular canines. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 38(1), 29-40. doi: 10.21307/aoj-2022.004

Li, D., Chen, K., Tang, H., Hu, S., Xin, L., Jing, X., … Mei, L., Cannon, R. D., … Chen, T. (2022). A logic-based diagnostic and therapeutic hydrogel with multi-stimuli responsiveness to orchestrate diabetic bone regeneration. Advanced Materials, 34, 2108430. doi: 10.1002/adma.202108430

Hodgkinson, D., Prasad, S., Antoun, J. S., Mei, L., & Farella, M. (2022). Biomechanical properties of the lips in a pre-orthodontic sample of adolescents and young adults. European Journal of Orthodontics, 44(2), 232-239. doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjab053

Skilbeck, M. G., Mei, L., Mohammed, H., Cannon, R. D., & Farella, M. (2022). The effect of ligation methods on biofilm formation in patients undergoing multi-bracketed fixed orthodontic therapy: A systematic review. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research, 25, 14-30. doi: 10.1111/ocr.12503

Journal - Research Other

Guan, G., He, Y., & Mei, L. (2022). Atomic force microscopy: A nanobiotechnology for cellular research. Nano TransMed, 1, e9130004. doi: 10.26599/NTM.2022.9130004

Zhao, M.-L., Zhang, F.-J., Jiang, W.-R., Xia, Y., Chen, C., Zhang, T., … Mei, P., … Thomson, M., … Cannon, R. D., … Ji, P. (2022). Investigating the impact of oral health on pregnancy and offspring outcomes: Protocol for the Lifetime Impact of ORal heAlth (LIORA) cohort study. BMJ Open, 12(11), e066204. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-066204

Khashashneh, M., Ratnayake, J., Choi, J. J. E., Mei, L., Lyons, K., & Brunton, P. A. (2022). The effectiveness of dental bleaching during orthodontic treatment with clear aligners: A systematic review. Applied Sciences, 12(21), 11274. doi: 10.3390/app122111274

Wang, R., Mei, L., Wang, S., & Li, Y. (2022). Traction of impacted and stacked maxillary anterior teeth with precise biomechanics followed by torque control using gate spring. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 162(5), 763-776. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2021.04.036

Guan, G., Rich, A. M., Polonowita, A., & Mei, L. (2022). Review of taste and taste disturbance in COVID-19 patients. New Zealand Medical Journal, 135(1549), 81-91. Retrieved from https://www.nzma.org.nz/journal

Dong, C., Xu, Y., Zhao, H., Duan, D., Mei, L., Zhao, Z., & Tan, L. (2022). Light force and multidisciplinary approach for large scale retraction and intrusion of maxillary incisors with periodontal supporting tissue loss caused by iatrogenic damage from elastic bands. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2, 167-179. doi: 10.1016/j.xaor.2022.01.005

Jiang, Y., Tang, T., Mei, L., & Li, H. (2022). COVID-19 affected patients' utilization of dental care service. Oral Diseases, 28(Suppl. 1 ), 916-919. doi: 10.1111/odi.13568

Journal - Professional & Other Non-Research Articles

Mei, P. (2022). [Review of the book Sleep medicine for dentists: An evidence-based overview, second edition]. New Zealand Dental Journal, 118(3), 114. [Book Review].

Mei, P. (2022). [Review of the book New straight wire: Strategies and mechanics for a programmed approach to orthodontic treatment]. New Zealand Dental Journal, 118(3), 114. [Book Review].

Mei, P. (2022). [Review of the book Dentofacial esthetics: From macro to micro]. New Zealand Dental Journal, 118(1), 41. [Book Review].

Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract

Mei, L., Shi, C., Feng, Y., Hsiao, Y. C., Smith, J., Jin, C., & Farella, M. (2022). Clear aligners brands and marketing claims: An overview of available information on the web. New Zealand Dental Journal, 118(4), (pp. 175-176). [Abstract]

Lee, S., Daniel, B., Farella, M., Mei, L., & Firth, F. (2022). Patients' experiences with orthodontic treatment through traditional fixed appliances, clear aligners and direct-to- consumer clear aligners: A qualitative study. New Zealand Dental Journal, 118(4), (pp. 175). [Abstract]

Nguyen, T., Bennani, V., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2022). Stereophotogrammetric analysis of lip changes induced by simulated incisor protraction. New Zealand Dental Journal, 118(4), (pp. 174). [Abstract]

2021

Journal - Research Article

Zheng, L., Wang, H., Mei, L., Chen, Q., Zhang, Y., & Zhang, H. (2021). Artificial intelligence in digital cariology: A new tool for the diagnosis of deep caries and pulpitis using convolutional neural networks. Annals of Translational Medicine, 9(9), 763. doi: 10.21037/atm-21-119

Miao, W., Zhou, D., Li, C., Chen, L., Guan, M., Peng, Y., & Mei, L. (2021). Dental developmental stage affects the treatment outcome of maxillary protraction in skeletal class iii children: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 37(1), 37-49. doi: 10.21307/aoj-2021-004

Li, H., Mei, L., Yang, Y., Zhao, X., & Li, Y. (2021). Distalisation of the dental arches using clear aligners and miniscrews. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 37(1), 128-138. doi: 10.21307/aoj-2021-014

Lin, S., Huang, L., Li, J., Wen, J., Mei, L., Xu, H., … Li, H. (2021). Assessment of preparation time and 1-year Invisalign aligner attachment survival using flowable and packable composites: A split-mouth clinical study. Angle Orthodontist, 91(5), 583-589. doi: 10.2319/063020-598.1

Gray, L., McNeill, L., Yi, W., Zvonareva, A., Brunton, P., & Mei, L. (2021). The "business" of dentistry: Consumers' (patients') criteria in the selection and evaluation of dental services. PLoS ONE, 16(8), e0253517. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0253517

Brunton, P. A., Ratnayake, J., Bodansky, H. J., Mei, L., Veerasamy, A., & Hall, R. (2021). An intraoral device for weight loss: Initial clinical findings. British Dental Journal. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1038/s41415-021-3081-1

Won, J., Guan, G., Mei, L., Ma, T., Lai, Y., Zafar, S., Mei, M. L., & Thomson, W. M. (2021). A multicenter study of dental curricula in Asia/Pacific nations: The views and experiences of final-year dental students. Journal of Dental Education, 85, 660-668. doi: 10.1002/jdd.12515

Zhang, L., He, H., Zhang, M., Wu, Y., Xu, X., Yang, M., & Mei, L. (2021). Assessing the effect and related mechanism of naringenin on the proliferation, osteogenic differentiation and endothelial differentiation of human periodontal ligament stem cells. Biochemical & Biophysical Research Communications, 534, 337-342. doi: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2020.11.081

Luo, H., Wu, H., Tan, X., Ye, Y., Huang, L., Dai, H., & Mei, L. (2021). Osteopenic effects of high-fat diet-induced obesity on mechanically induced alveolar bone remodeling. Oral Diseases, 27, 1243-1256. doi: 10.1111/odi.13651

Journal - Research Other

Li, B., Guan, G., Mei, L., Jiao, K., & Li, H. (2021). Pathological mechanism of chondrocytes and the surrounding environment during osteoarthritis of temporomandibular joint. Journal of Cellular & Molecular Medicine, 25, 4902-4911. doi: 10.1111/jcmm.16514

Lv, N., Sun, M., Polonowita, A., Mei, L., & Guan, G. (2021). Management of oral medicine emergencies during COVID-19: A study to develop practice guidelines. Journal of Dental Sciences, 16, 493-500. doi: 10.1016/j.jds.2020.07.016

2020

Journal - Research Article

Zhang, C., Li, T., Zhou, C., Huang, L., Li, Y., Wang, H., … Mei, L. (2020). Parathyroid hormone increases alveolar bone homoeostasis during orthodontic tooth movement in rats with periodontitis via crosstalk between STAT3 and β-catenin. International Journal of Oral Science, 12, 38. doi: 10.1038/s41368-020-00104-2

Guo, J., Li, L., Guan, G., Bennani, F., & Mei, L. (2020). Oral health knowledge and practice among orthodontic clients in China and New Zealand. Canadian Journal of Dental Hygiene / Journal canadien de l'hygiène dentaire, 54(3), 124-132.

Du, J., Jiang, Q., Mei, L., Yang, R., Wen, J., Lin, S., & Li, H. (2020). Effect of high fat diet and excessive compressive mechanical force on pathologic changes of temporomandibular joint. Scientific Reports, 10, 17457. doi: 10.1038/s41598-020-74326-z

Guo, J., Low, K. S., Mei, L., Li, J. H., Qu, W., & Guan, G. (2020). Use of traditional medicine for dental care by different ethnic groups in New Zealand. BMC Oral Health, 20, 280. doi: 10.1186/s12903-020-01272-7

Xu, X., Shum, M., Ting, A., Mei, L., & Guan, G. (2020). Estimation of jaw-opening forces, energy expenditure and jaw-opening patterns in adults. Archives of Oral Biology, 117, 104836. doi: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2020.104836

Guan, G., Mei, L., Polonowita, A., Hussaini, H., Seo, B., & Rich, A. M. (2020). Malignant transformation in oral lichen planus and lichenoid lesions: A 14-year longitudinal cohort study of 829 patients in New Zealand. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology & Oral Radiology, 130(4), 411-418. doi: 10.1016/j.oooo.2020.07.002

Mei, L., Lai, Y., Lee, P., Ng, A., Tan, K., Zafar, S., & Guan, G. (2020). Final year dental students' career plans, work patterns, work-life balance and domestic life in New Zealand and Australia. European Journal of Dental Education, 24(4), 679-686. doi: 10.1111/eje.12556

Guan, G., Lau, J., Yew, V., U, J., Qu, W., Lam, J., Polonowita, A., & Mei, L. (2020). Referrals by general dental practitioners and medical practitioners to oral medicine specialists in New Zealand: A study to develop protocol guidelines. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology & Oral Radiology, 130(1), 43-51.e5. doi: 10.1016/j.oooo.2020.03.050

Xu, L., Mei, L., Zhao, R., Yi, J., Jiang, Y., Li, R., … Li, Y. (2020). The effects of intro-oral parathyroid hormone on the healing of tooth extraction socket: An experimental study on hyperglycemic rats. Journal of Applied Oral Science, 28, e20190690. doi: 10.1590/1678-7757-2019-0690

Lu, W., Zhang, X., Mei, L., Wang, P., He, J., Li, Y., & Zhao, Z. (2020). Orthodontic incisor retraction caused changes in the soft tissue chin area: A retrospective study. BMC Oral Health, 20, 108. doi: 10.1186/s12903-020-01099-2

Xu, J., Zhao, X., Zeng, J., Yu, J.-H., Guan, S., Xu, X.-M., & Mei, L. (2020). Role of autophagy in the periodontal ligament reconstruction during orthodontic tooth movement in rats. Journal of Dental Sciences, 15, 351-363. doi: 10.1016/j.jds.2020.02.005

Guo, J., Yan, X., Li, S., Van der Walt, J., Guan, G., & Mei, L. (2020). Quantitative and qualitative analyses of orthodontic-related videos on YouTube. Angle Orthodontist, 90(3), 411-418. doi: 10.2319/082019-542.1

Jiang, B., Xu, J., Zhou, Y., Mao, J., Guan, G., Xu, X., & Mei, L. (2020). Estrogen enhances osteogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament stem cells by activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 31, 583-587. doi: 10.1097/scs.0000000000006226

Li, Y., Deng, S., Mei, L., Li, Z., Zhang, X., Yang, C., & Li, Y. (2020). Prevalence and severity of apical root resorption during orthodontic treatment with clear aligners and fixed appliances: A cone beam computed tomography study. Progress in Orthodontics, 21, 1. doi: 10.1186/s40510-019-0301-1

Au, J., Mei, L., Bennani, F., Kang, A., & Farella, M. (2020). Three-dimensional analysis of lip changes in response to simulated maxillary incisor advancement. Angle Orthodontist, 90(1), 118-124. doi: 10.2319/022219-134.1

Journal - Research Other

Wu, J., Cannon, R. D., Ji, P., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2020). Halitosis: Prevalence, risk factors, sources, measurement, and treatment: A review of the literature. Australian Dental Journal, 65, 4-11. doi: 10.1111/adj.12725

Guan, G., Won, J., Mei, L., & Polonowita, A. (2020). Extensive adipose replacement of the parotid glands: An unusual presentation of sialadenosis: A case report and literature review. Oral Surgery, 13, 41-47. doi: 10.1111/ors.12442

2019

Journal - Research Article

Yu, J., Zhou, Y., Zhang, T., Lv, J., Firth, F., Zhao, X., … Mei, L. (2019). Effect of combined oral contraceptives on orthodontic tooth movement in a female rat model. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 35(2), 127-133.

Zhang, X., Mei, L., Yan, X., Wei, J., Li, Y., Li, H., … Li, Y. (2019). Accuracy of computer-aided prediction in soft tissue changes after orthodontic treatment. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 156(6), 823-831. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2018.11.021

Meredith, L., Mei, L., Farella, M., & Cannon, R. D. (2019). Bacterial adhesion to human enamel after enameloplasty. New Zealand Dental Journal, 115(3), 103-107.

Jiang, Q., Mei, L., Zou, Y., Ding, Q., Cannon, R. D., Chen, H., & Li, H. (2019). Genetic polymorphisms in FGFR2 underlie skeletal malocclusion. Journal of Dental Research, 98(12), 1340-1347. doi: 10.1177/0022034519872951

Li, Y., Mei, L., Wei, J., Yan, X., Zhang, X., Zheng, W., & Li, Y. (2019). Effectiveness, efficiency and adverse effects of using direct or indirect bonding technique in orthodontic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health, 19(1), 137. doi: 10.1186/s12903-019-0831-4

Li, Y., Deng, S., Mei, L., Li, J., Qi, M., Su, S., … Zheng, W. (2019). Accuracy of alveolar bone height and thickness measurements in cone beam computed tomography: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology & Oral Radiology, 128(6), 667-679. doi: 10.1016/j.oooo.2019.05.010

Benic, G. Z., Farella, M., Morgan, X. C., Viswam, J., Heng, N. C., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2019). Oral probiotics reduce halitosis in patients wearing orthodontic braces: A randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Journal of Breath Research, 13, 036010. doi: 10.1088/1752-7163/ab1c81

Li, R., Mei, L., Wang, P., He, J., Meng, Q., Zhong, L., … Li, Y. (2019). Canine edge width and height affect dental esthetics in maxillary canine substitution treatment. Progress in Orthodontics, 20, 16. doi: 10.1186/s40510-019-0268-y

Padmos, J., Mei, L., Wouters, C., & Renkema, A. M. (2019). Orthodontic retention procedures in New Zealand: A survey to benefit clinical practice guideline development. Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists, 8, 24-30. doi: 10.1016/j.ejwf.2018.12.003

Yi, J., Mei, L., Li, X., Zheng, W., Li, Y., & Zhao, Z. (2019). Effects of continuous and intermittent parathyroid hormone administration on midpalatal suture expansion in rats. Archives of Oral Biology, 99, 161-168. doi: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2019.01.014

Lu, W., Zhang, X., Firth, F., Mei, L., Yi, J., Gong, C., … Li, Y. (2019). Sclerostin injection enhances orthodontic tooth movement in rats. Archives of Oral Biology, 99, 43-50. doi: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2018.12.011

Journal - Research Other

Ma, Q., Mei, L., Jiang, Y., Xu, Y., Wu, T., & Li, H. (2019). An asymmetric magnetic reverse Twin-block appliance for the treatment of a skeletal Class III malocclusion: A case report. Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 35(2), 229-240. doi: 10.21307/aoj-2020-052

Ma, R., Lyons, K., & Mei, L. (2019). Strategies for the management of biofilm on silicone maxillofacial prosthesis: A review of the literature. New Zealand Dental Journal, 115(2), 59-65. [Review].

Jiang, Q., Yang, R., Li, M., Ma, Q., Wu, T., & Li, H. (2019). A novel approach of torque control for maxillary displaced incisors. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 155(6), 860-870. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2017.11.045

Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract

Cai, C., Olliver, S., Mei, L., & Broadbent, J. (2019). A digital method for estimating orthodontic treatment need. New Zealand Medical Journal, 132(1499), (pp. 86). Retrieved from https://www.nzma.org.nz/journal

2018

Journal - Research Article

Ma, R., Hwang, K.-C., Murray, C., Thomson, W. M., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2018). Clinical dental noise and its association with the hearing thresholds of New Zealand dental students and clinical staff. New Zealand Dental Journal, 114(2), 73-78.

Wang, S., Ye, L., Li, M., Zhan, H., Ye, R., Li, Y., & Zhao, Z. (2018). Effects of growth hormone and functional appliance on mandibular growth in an adolescent rat model. Angle Orthodontist, 88(5), 624-631. doi: 10.2319/120417-829.1

Jiang, Q., Li, J., Mei, L., Du, J., Levrini, L., Abbate, G. M., & Li, H. (2018). Periodontal health during orthodontic treatment with clear aligners and fixed appliances: A meta-analysis. Journal of the American Dental Association, 149(8), 712-720. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2018.04.010

Wang, S., Lin, H., Yang, Y., Zhao, X., Mei, L., Zheng, W., … Zhao, Z. (2018). Use of autonomous maximal smile to evaluate dental and gingival exposure. Korean Journal of Orthodontics, 48(3), 182-188. doi: 10.4041/kjod.2018.48.3.182

Ma, Q., Bimal, P., Mei, L., Olliver, S., Farella, M., & Li, H. (2018). Temporomandibular condylar morphology in diverse maxillary–mandibular skeletal patterns: A 3-dimensional cone-beam computed tomography study. Journal of the American Dental Association, 149(7), 589-598. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2018.02.016

Jin, C., Bennani, F., Gray, A., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2018). Survival analysis of orthodontic retainers. European Journal of Orthodontics, 40(5), 531-536. doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjx100

Journal - Research Other

Guan, G., & Mei, L. (2018). A case series: Zinc deficiency as a potential contributor to oral dysgeusia. Modern Approaches in Dentistry & Oral Health Care, 2(5), 198-203. doi: 10.32474/MADOHC.2018.02.000146

Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract

Mei, L., Wen, J., Liu, S., Li, J., & Li, H. (2018). Three-dimensional imaging versus two-dimensional radiography for cephalometric measurements. European Journal of Orthodontics, 40(5), (pp. e139). doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjy060

Low, A., Mei, L., Meredith, L., Antoun, J., & Farella, M. (2018). Bacterial adhesion to tooth enamel of different roughness. European Journal of Orthodontics, 40(5), (pp. e130). doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjy060

Mei, L., He, D., Wang, Y., Li, J., & Li, H. (2018). Association between maxillary anterior supernumerary teeth and impacted incisors in the mixed dentition. European Journal of Orthodontics, 40(5), (pp. e18). doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjy060

Mei, L., Benic, G., Cannon, R., & Farella, M. (2018). Efficacy of oral probiotics in managing biofilm formation in orthodontic patients: A triple-blind randomised placebo-controlled trial. European Journal of Orthodontics, 40(5), (pp. e18). doi: 10.1093/ejo/cjy060

Low, A., Antoun, J., Tompkins, G., Mei, L., & Farella, M. (2018). Development of an in vivo model to investigate the effects of different adhesive removal methods around the orthodontic brackets. New Zealand Dental Journal, 114(4), (pp. 191). [Abstract]

Lawrence, C., Mainvil, L., Antoun, J., Mei, L., & Farella, M. (2018). Dental caries, tooth wear and dietary sugar intake in a sample of Northland Māori. New Zealand Dental Journal, 114(4), (pp. 187-188). [Abstract]

Mei, L., Benic, G., Cannon, R. D., Heng, N., Morgan, X., & Farella, M. (2018). Efficacy of oral probiotics in managing biofilm formation in patients wearing fixed orthodontic appliances. New Zealand Dental Journal, 114(4), (pp. 184-185). [Abstract]

2017

Journal - Research Article

Al Balushi, S., Mei, L., & Farella, M. (2017). Patient's satisfaction with orthodontic care from an academic clinical service. New Zealand Dental Journal, 113(4), 13-20.

Meredith, L., Mei, L., Cannon, R. D., & Farella, M. (2017). Interproximal reduction in orthodontics: Why, where, how much to remove? Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 33(2), 150-157.

Wen, J., Liu, S., Ye, X., Xie, X., Li, J., Li, H., & Mei, L. (2017). Comparative study of cephalometric measurements using 3 imaging modalities. Journal of the American Dental Association, 148(2), 913-921. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2017.07.030

Wang, Y., Li, J., Sun, W., Li, H., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2017). Effect of non-fluoride agents on the prevention of dental caries in primary dentition: A systematic review. PLoS ONE, 12(8), e0182221. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0182221

Antoun, J. S., Mei, L., Gibbs, K., & Farella, M. (2017). Effect of orthodontic treatment on the periodontal tissues. Periodontology 2000, 74(1), 140-157. doi: 10.1111/prd.12194

He, D., Mei, L., Wang, Y., Li, J., & Li, H. (2017). Association between maxillary anterior supernumerary teeth and impacted incisors in mixed dentition. Journal of the American Dental Association, 148(8), 595-603. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2017.05.017

Meredith, L., Farella, M., Lowrey, S., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2017). Atomic force microscopy analysis of enamel nanotopography after interproximal reduction. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 151(4), 750-757. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.09.021

Mei, L., Chieng, J., Wong, C., Benic, G. Z., & Farella, M. (2017). Factors affecting dental biofilm in patients wearing fixed orthodontic appliances. Progress in Orthodontics, 18(1), 4. doi: 10.1186/s40510-016-0158-5

Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract

Kang, A., Mei, L., Antoun, J., & Farella, M. (2017). Assessing tooth movements in three-dimensions. New Zealand Dental Journal, 113(4), (pp. 58). [Abstract]

Au, J., Kang, A., Bennani, F., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2017). Three-dimensional lip change in response to simulated maxillary incisor advancement. New Zealand Dental Journal, 113(4), (pp. 57-58). [Abstract]

Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs

Mei, L. (2017, July). Clinical management of biofilm formation in orthodontics. Invited presentation at the Faculty of Dentistry Clinical Excellence Day, Dunedin, New Zealand.

2016

Journal - Research Article

Tan, A., Bennani, F., Thomson, W. M., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2016). A qualitative study of orthodontic screening and referral practices among dental therapists in New Zealand. Australian Orthodontic Journal, 32(2), 155-164.

Loke, C., Lee, J., Sander, S., Mei, L., & Farella, M. (2016). Factors affecting intra-oral pH: A review. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 43(10), 778-785. doi: 10.1111/joor.12429

Farella, M., Loke, C., Sander, S., Songini, A., Allen, M., Mei, L., & Cannon, R. D. (2016). Simultaneous wireless assessment of intra-oral pH and temperature. Journal of Dentistry, 51, 49-55. doi: 10.1016/j.jdent.2016.05.012

Wang, Y., Mei, L., Gong, L., Li, J., He, S., Ji, Y., & Sun, W. (2016). Remineralization of early enamel caries lesions using different bioactive elements containing toothpastes: An in vitro study. Technology & Health Care, 24(5), 701-711. doi: 10.3233/thc-161221

Fang, J., Li, Y., Zhang, K., Zhao, Z., & Mei, L. (2016). Escaping the adverse impacts of NSAIDs on tooth movement during orthodontics: Current evidence based on a meta-analysis. Medicine, 95(16), e3256. doi: 10.1097/md.0000000000003256

Fang, J., Wang, C., Li, Y., Zhao, Z., & Mei, L. (2016). Comparison of bacterial adhesion to dental materials of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) using atomic force microscopy and scanning electron microscopy. Scanning, 38(6), 665-670. doi: 10.1002/sca.21314

Li, J., Huang, Z., Mei, L., Li, G., & Li, H. (2016). Anti-caries effect of arginine-containing formulations in vivo: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Caries Research, 49(6), 606-617. doi: 10.1159/000435894

Duan, P., Qu, W., Zou, S., Chen, Y., Lan, H., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2016). Influence of fixed orthodontic treatment on the menstrual cycle of adult females: A prospective longitudinal study. Angle Orthodontist, 86(3), 475-480. doi: 10.2319/121814-922.1

Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract

Jin, C., Mei, L., Bennani, F., Gray, A., & Farella, M. (2016). Survival analysis of different orthodontic retainers. Proceedings of the Sir John Walsh Research Institute Research Symposium. (pp. 18-19). Retrieved from http://www.otago.ac.nz/sjwri/news/otago621026

Benic, G. Z., Farella, M., Biggs, P., Heng, N., Cannon, R., & Mei, L. (2016). Efficacy of oral probiotics in managing biofilm formation in patients wearing fixed orthodontic appliances: A triple-blind randomized placebocontrolled trial. Proceedings of the Sir John Walsh Research Institute Research Symposium. (pp. 18). Retrieved from http://www.otago.ac.nz/sjwri/news/otago621026

2015

Journal - Research Article

Zhu, M., Li, J., Chen, B., Mei, L., Tan, J., & Li, H. (2015). The effect of calcium sodium phosphosilicate on dentin hypersensitivity: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS ONE, 10(11), e0140176. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0140176

Journal - Professional & Other Non-Research Articles

Mei, L. (2015). [Review of the book The Alexander discipline, volume 2: Long-term stability]. New Zealand Dental Journal, 111(4), 165. [Book Review].

2014

Journal - Research Article

Li, J., Lim, A. J. Z., Lum, H. B. S., Saion, A. M. M., & Mei, L. (2014). Clinical applications of cone-beam computed tomography in endodontics: A systematic review. Journal of Dental Applications, 1(2), 16-20.

Ren, Y., Jongsma, M. A., Mei, L., van der Mei, H. C., & Busscher, H. J. (2014). Orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances and biofilm formation: A potential public health threat? Clinical Oral Investigations, 18, 1711-1718. doi: 10.1007/s00784-014-1240-3

Pei, Z., Wang, B., Zhang, F., Niu, Z., Shi, S., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2014). Response of human periodontal ligament cells to baicalin. Journal of Periodontology, 85(9), 1283-1290. doi: 10.1902/jop.2014.130635

Li, J., Xie, X., Wang, Y., Yin, W., Antoun, J. S., Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2014). Long-term remineralizing effect of casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) on early caries lesions in vivo: A systematic review. Journal of Dentistry, 42, 769-777. doi: 10.1016/j.jdent.2014.03.015

Peng, Y., Wu, R., Qu, W., Wu, W., Chen, J., Fang, J., … Farella, M., & Mei, L. (2014). Effect of visual method vs plaque disclosure in enhancing oral hygiene in adolescents and young adults: A single-blind randomized controlled trial. American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, 145(3), 280-286. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2013.10.021

Yuan, H., Li, J., Chen, L., Cheng, L., Cannon, R. D., & Mei, L. (2014). Esthetic comparison of white-spot lesion treatment modalities using spectrometry and fluorescence. Angle Orthodontist, 84(2), 343-349. doi: 10.2319/032113-232.1

2013

Journal - Research Article

Peng, Z., Chen, Y., & Mei, L. (2013). Biofilms in orthodontics: A review. Journal of Modern Stomatology, 2(27), 109-113.

2012

Journal - Research Article

Duan, P., Zhang, L., Zhao, Q., & Mei, L. (2012). Research progress on the biomechanics of self-ligating bracket systems. International Journal of Stomatology, 5, 661-663.

Mei, L., Ren, Y., Loontjens, T. J. A., van der Mei, H. C., & Busscher, H. J. (2012). Contact-killing of adhering streptococci by a quaternary ammonium compound incorporated in an acrylic resin. International Journal of Artificial Organs, 35(10), 854-863. doi: 10.5301/ijao.5000149

2011

Journal - Research Article

Mei, L., Busscher, H. J., van der Mei, H. C., & Ren, Y. (2011). Influence of surface roughness on streptococcal adhesion forces to composite resins. Dental Materials, 27(8), 770-778. doi: 10.1016/j.dental.2011.03.017

2010

Journal - Research Article

Duan, P., & Mei, L. (2010). Development and clinical application of fixed functional appliances. International Journal of Stomatology, 5, 569-572.

2009

Journal - Research Article

Mei, L., van der Mei, H. C., Ren, Y., Norde, W., & Busscher, H. J. (2009). Poisson analysis of streptococcal bond strengthening on stainless steel with and without a salivary conditioning film. Langmuir, 25(11), 6227-6231. doi: 10.1021/la9000494

Mei, L., Ren, Y., Busscher, H. J., Chen, Y., & van der Mei, H. C. (2009). Poisson analysis of streptococcal bond-strengthening on saliva-coated enamel. Journal of Dental Research, 88(9), 841-845. doi: 10.1177/0022034509342523

Mei, L., Busscher, H. J., van der Mei, C., Chen, Y., de Vries, J., & Ren, Y. (2009). Oral bacterial adhesion forces to biomaterial surfaces constituting the bracket-adhesive-enamel junction in orthodontic treatment. European Journal of Oral Sciences, 117(4), 419-426. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0722.2009.00648.x

2008

Journal - Research Other

Mei, L., Guo, J., & Chen, Y. (2008). Displacement of impacted mandibular canine: A case report. West China Journal of Stomatology, 26(4), 457-458.

2007

Journal - Research Article

Min, C., Zhu, P., Mei, L., & Zou, S. (2007). Evidence-based orthodontic practice: Present status and prospect. Chinese Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine, 7(1), 75-77.

2006

Journal - Research Article

Qiang, X., Zhu, P., Qu, W., Qiao, J., Mei, L., & Ye, Q. (2006). Evidence of Cochrane systematic reviews of orthodontics. Chinese Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine, 6(5), 390-392.

2005

Journal - Research Article

Mei, L., Ye, Q., & Cheng, M. (2005). Dissemination and application of evidence-based orthodontics in clinical practice. Chinese Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine, 5(11), 882-884.