Advancing Orthodontics Through Scientific Research
Research is the second pillar of the Bouserhal Orthodontic Institute.
The Institute promotes clinical and laboratory research designed to improve diagnosis, treatment planning, biomechanics and patient care. Dr Joseph Bouserhal’s academic profile includes research leadership in craniofacial imaging and research themes including finite element studies, biomaterials and sleep apnea.
Main Research Areas
Orthodontic Biomechanics
- Force systems
- Tooth movement
- Anchorage
- Mini-implant biomechanics
- Clear aligner biomechanics
- Finite element analysis
3D and Digital Orthodontics
- CBCT imaging
- 3D facial analysis
- Digital models
- Intraoral scanning
- Digital treatment planning
- 3D printing
- Artificial intelligence
Craniofacial Research
- Facial morphology
- Growth and development
- Skeletal patterns
- Soft-tissue analysis
- Facial esthetics
- Occlusal plane control
Clear Aligners
- Predictability of tooth movement
- Attachment design
- Staging
- Biomechanics
- Treatment efficiency
Skeletal Anchorage
- Mini-implant positioning
- Infrazygomatic anchorage
- Buccal shelf anchorage
- Vertical control
- Distalization
- Class II and Class III correction
Airway and Sleep Apnea
- Upper airway morphology
- CBCT assessment
- Craniofacial characteristics
- Orthodontic implications of obstructive sleep apnea
Clinical Orthodontics
- Malocclusions management
- Treatment outcomes
- Growth modifications
- Adult orthodontics
- Interdisciplinary treatment
- Orthognathic surgery
Research Programs
The Institute can progressively develop:
- Clinical research projects
- CBCT studies
- Finite element studies
- Digital orthodontic research
- Clear aligner research
- Systematic reviews
- Prospective clinical studies
- Retrospective studies
- Multicenter collaborations
- Research collaborations with universities
Research Collaboration
The Institute welcomes collaboration with:
- Universities
- Orthodontic departments
- Research laboratories
- Residents
- PhD students
- International researchers
- Clinicians interested in clinical research
Research question → Study design → Data → Analysis → Publication