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Overview

  • Dr Chung H. Kau is Professor and Chair at the Department of Orthodontics, University of Alabama at Birmingham. He also holds academic appointments as Senior Scientist at the Global Center for Craniofacial, Oral and Dental Disorders and UAB Microbiome Center. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics(US), Specialist Orthodontist on the Singapore Dental Council and the General Dental Council (United Kingdom). He holds full licenses to practice in Arizona, California, Minnesota, Missouri, Washington State and Vermont. In addition, he also has faculty licenses in Alabama and Texas. He serves as the Director of the Craniofacial Orthodontia Clinic in partnership with the Children’s Rehabilitation Service and Medicaid of Alabama and is the craniofacial orthodontist on the Cleft Craniofacial Team at Children’s Hospital of Alabama. He enjoys practicing clinical orthodontics has a special interest in craniofacial anomalies and dento-facial deformities. He is also a researcher with a keen interest in clinical translational research focusing on technology driven orthodontic applications, dent-facial deformities, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, accelerated tooth movement and 4D jaw tracking. At present, he is Principal Investigator on several NIH and Industry grants and has a research involvement in excess of US$4+ million dollars. He actively contributes and publishes in the orthodontic literature and has over 450 peer-reviewed publications, conference papers and lectures. He has over 175 invited presentations and lectures in over 50 countries. In 2011, he was awarded the King James IV Professor by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh where he also served as the International Advisor for the USA and examiner for the MFDS and MOrth examinations. He holds visiting Professorships at the University of Debrecen, Nanjing Medical University, University of Szeged and Xi'an Jiao Tong University. He has also been featured on CBS Nightly News, WBRC (Alabama) and ABC33 (Alabama) on various Orthodontic topics.
  • Selected Publications

    Academic Article

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    2022 Is Orthognathic Correction with TMJ Preservation A Stable Treatment Option for Patients with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis?Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery.  21:1286-1290. 2022
    2022 Pro-Inflammatory Oral Microbiota in Juvenile Spondyloarthritis: A Pilot StudyChildren.  9. 2022
    2022 Surgery first: current state of the art orthognathic surgery and its potential as a primary treatment modality in obstructive sleep apnea with concurrent dentofacial deformities 2022
    2022 Contemporary Smile Design: An Orthodontic PerspectiveDental Clinics of North America.  66:459-475. 2022
    2022 An Evaluation of Jaw Tracking Movements in Patients with Total Joint Replacements versus a Control GroupMedicina.  58. 2022
    2022 A 3D CBCT Analysis of Airway and Cephalometric Values in Patients Diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Compared to a Control GroupApplied Sciences.  12. 2022
    2022 Esthetic considerations in an orthodontic-orthognathic patient with Class III skeletal malocclusionAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  161:727-738. 2022
    2022 Comparison of the condyle-fossa relationship and resorption between patients with and without Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)Journal of oral surgery, anesthesia, and hospital dental service.  80:422-430. 2022
    2022 Anterior openbite malocclusion in adults: Treatment stability and patient satisfaction in National Dental Practice-Based Research Network patientsAngle Orthodontist.  92:27-35. 2022
    2021 Comparison of dental arch forms created from assessment of teeth, alveolar bone, and the overlying soft tissueFortschritte der Kieferorthopadie.  82:413-421. 2021
    2021 Orthodontic Management of a Palatal Fistula in a Patient With Pierre Robin Sequence Using 3D Intraoral Scanning and Computer-Aided Design 2021
    2021 Smile Attractiveness Evaluation of Patients Selected for a US.-Based Board Certification ExaminationEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  15:630-638. 2021
    2021 Clinical trials of temporomandibular joint involvement of juvenile idiopathic arthritisOral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology.  131:617-619. 2021
    2021 Management of juvenile idiopathic arthritis: Preliminary qualitative findings from the National Dental Practice-Based Research NetworkJournal of the World Federation of Orthodontists.  10:70-73. 2021
    2021 Alexander Jacobson, 1925-2020.American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics2021
    2020 A combined orthodontic / orthognathic approach in the management of obstructive sleep apnoea: Balancing treatment efficacy and facial aestheticsJournal of Orthodontics.  47:354-362. 2020
    2020 Quantifying changes in incisor inclination before and after orthodontic treatment in class I, II, and III malocclusionsJournal of the World Federation of Orthodontists.  9:170-174. 2020
    2020 The National Dental Practice-Based Research Network Adult Anterior Open Bite Study: Patient satisfaction with treatmentAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  158:e121-e136. 2020
    2020 The National Dental Practice-Based Research Network Adult Anterior Open Bite Study: Treatment successAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  158:e137-e150. 2020
    2020 Contemporary management of an orthodontic-orthognathic patient with limited time availability in an orthodontic office setting: Case reportJournal of Orthodontics.  47:257-264. 2020
    2020 A randomized trial on the effects of root resorption after orthodontic treatment using pulsating forceBMC Oral Health.  20. 2020
    2020 3D Analysis of Facial Morphology of a Colombian Population Compared to Adult CaucasiansEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  14:342-351. 2020
    2020 Incidental finding of oral white lesions due to tobacco chewing - A case reportAnnals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  10:488-490. 2020
    2020 Rating of smile attractiveness of patients finished to the American Board of Orthodontics standardsFortschritte der Kieferorthopadie.  81:239-248. 2020
    2020 Evaluation of temporomandibular joint function after orthognathic surgery using a jaw trackerJournal of Orthodontics.  47:140-148. 2020
    2020 Team approach in the management of revision surgery to correct bilateral temporomandibular joint replacementsJournal of Orthodontics.  47:156-162. 2020
    2020 Authors' responseAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  157:439-440. 2020
    2020 Impact of sars-cov-2 on orthodontic education and global practice guidance: A scoping review 2020
    2020 Orthodontic-Orthognathic Management of a patient with skeletal class II with bimaxillary protrusion, complicated by vertical maxillary excess: A multi-faceted case report of difficult treatment management issuesInternational Orthodontics.  18:178-190. 2020
    2020 Smile outcome comparison of Invisalign and traditional fixed-appliance treatment: A case-control studyAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  157:357-364. 2020
    2020 A Comparison of 3D Facial Features in a Population from Zimbabwe and United StatesEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  14:100-106. 2020
    2020 3D Analysis of Tooth Movement Using 3D TechnologyCurrent Osteoporosis Reports2020
    2020 Enhancing the orthognathic surgery experience: Treatment in 10 weeks 'surgery first' approachAnnals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  10:227-231. 2020
    2019 Virtual surgical planning: Balancing esthetics, practicality, and anticipated stability in a complex Class III patientAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  156:685-693. 2019
    2019 A 3D follow-up study of cranial asymmetry from early infancy to toddler age after preterm versus term birthJournal of Clinical Medicine.  8. 2019
    2019 The National Dental Practice-Based Research Network Adult Anterior Open Bite Study: Treatment recommendations and their association with patient and practitioner characteristicsAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  156:312-325. 2019
    2019 Bone Reconstruction Planning Using Computer Technology for Surgical Management of Severe Maxillomandibular AtrophyOral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America.  31:457-472. 2019
    2019 Comprehensive treatment approach for bilateral idiopathic condylar resorption and anterior open bite with customized lingual braces and total joint prosthesesAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  156:125-136. 2019
    2019 Ethnic differences in the root to crown ratios of the permanent dentitionOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  22:99-104. 2019
    2019 Smile dimensions in adult African American and Caucasian females and malesOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  22:186-191. 2019
    2019 A comprehensive treatment approach for idiopathic condylar resorption and anterior open bite with 3D virtual surgical planning and self-ligated customized lingual applianceAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  155:560-571. 2019
    2019 The Esthetic Difference of Chinese Beauty Evaluated by Two Different Human Races Based on Three-Dimensional Average Face Analysis.Journal of Craniofacial Surgery2019
    2019 A Cross-Sectional Study to Understand 3D Facial Differences in a Population of African Americans and CaucasiansEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  13:485-496. 2019
    2019 Clinical effectiveness of orthodontic treatment on smile esthetics: A systematic reviewClinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry.  11:89-101. 2019
    2019 Effect of fluoride dentifrices on white spot lesions during orthodontic treatment: A randomized trialAngle Orthodontist.  89:365-371. 2019
    2019 Optimal antero-posterior position of the maxillary central incisors and its relationship to the forehead in adult African American femalesAngle Orthodontist.  89:123-128. 2019
    2019 The esthetic difference of Chinese beauty evaluated by two different human races based on three-dimensional average face analysisJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  30:1435-1440. 2019
    2018 3D follow-up study of facial asymmetry after developmental dysplasia of the hipOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  21:146-152. 2018
    2018 Surgical management and evaluation of the craniofacial growth and morphology in cleidocranial dysplasiaJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  29:959-965. 2018
    2018 A Three-Dimensional Anthropometric Evaluation of Facial MorphologyJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  29:304-308. 2018
    2018 Temporomandibular joint arthritis in juvenile idiopathic arthritis, now what? 2018
    2017 Effectiveness of Clear Aligners in Treating Patients with Anterior Open Bite: A Retrospective AnalysisJournal of clinical orthodontics : JCO.  51:454-460. 2017
    2017 The fabrication of a customized occlusal splint based on the merging of dynamic jaw tracking records, cone beam computed tomography, and CAD-CAM digital impressionJournal of Orthodontic Science.  6:104-109. 2017
    2017 Three-Dimensional Anthropometric Evaluation of Facial MorphologyJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  28:e470-e474. 2017
    2017 A perspective in accelerated orthodontics with aligner treatmentSeminars in Orthodontics.  23:76-82. 2017
    2017 Comprehensive treatment approach for condylar hyperplasia and mandibular crowding with custom lingual braces and 2-jaw surgeryAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  151:174-185. 2017
    2017 Maxillary Distraction Osteogenesis in Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Patients with Rigid External Distraction System.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  7:57-63. 2017
    2017 Short Root Anomaly - A Potential "Landmine" for Orthodontic and Orthognathic Surgery Treatment of Patients.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  7:296-299. 2017
    2017 Size discrepancies in molars and first key to optimal occlusionEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  11:250-252. 2017
    2017 The Surgical Management of Skeletal Disproportion with Lingual Orthodontics and Three-dimensional Planning.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  7:112-116. 2017
    2017 The fabrication of a customized occlusal splint based on the merging of dynamic jaw tracking records, cone beam computed tomography, and CAD-CAM digital impression.Journal of Orthodontic Science.  6:104-109. 2017
    2016 The 3D Facial Norms Database: Part 1. A Web-Based Craniofacial Anthropometric and Image Repository for the Clinical and Research Community 2016
    2016 Novel three-dimensional understanding of maxillary cleft distractionJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  27:1462-1464. 2016
    2016 Genome-Wide Association Study Reveals Multiple Loci Influencing Normal Human Facial MorphologyPLoS Genetics.  12. 2016
    2016 Using the 3D Facial Norms Database to investigate craniofacial sexual dimorphism in healthy children, adolescents, and adultsBiology of Sex Differences.  7. 2016
    2016 Bench, boundaries, and benefits: Negotiating the maze to a successful product in the United StatesJDR Clinical and Translational Research.  1:95-96. 2016
    2016 Translucency, Stain Resistance, and Hardness of Composites Used for Invisalign AttachmentsJournal of clinical orthodontics : JCO.  50:170-176. 2016
    2016 Anthropometric analysis of the faceJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  27:e71-e75. 2016
    2016 Intraoral photobiomodulation-induced orthodontic tooth alignment: A preliminary studyBMC Oral Health.  16. 2016
    2016 The use of a dynamic real-time jaw tracking device and cone beam computed tomography simulation.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  6:113-119. 2016
    2016 The use of three-dimensional imaging to evaluate the effect of conventional orthodontic approach in treating a subject with facial asymmetry.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  6:105-112. 2016
    2016 Three-dimensional analysis of normal facial morphologies of Asians and whites: A novel method of quantitative analysis 2016
    2015 Reporting quality of randomized controlled trial abstracts: Survey of leading general dental journalsJournal of the American Dental Association.  146:669-678.e1. 2015
    2015 Application of virtual three-dimensional surgery planning in management of open bite with idiopathic condylar resorption.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  5:249-254. 2015
    2014 The effect of photobiomodulation on root resorption during orthodontic treatmentClinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry.  6:1-8. 2014
    2014 A 3D analysis of Caucasian and African American facial morphologies in a US populationJournal of Orthodontics.  41:19-29. 2014
    2014 Changes of occlusal plane inclination after orthodontic treatment in different dentoskeletal framesProgress in Orthodontics.  15:41. 2014
    2014 KPG index versus OPG measurements: A comparison between 3D and 2D methods in predicting treatment duration and difficulty level for patients with impacted maxillary caninesBioMed Research International.  2014. 2014
    2014 Measuring mandibular asymmetry in Class I normal subjects using 3D novel coordinate system.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  4:34-38. 2014
    2014 The use of three-dimensional evaluation in the management of a complex patient with mandibular fracture: A 5-year evaluationJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  25. 2014
    2014 Three-dimensional analysis of facial morphologyJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  25:1890-1894. 2014
    2014 Update on cone beam technology and orthodontic analysisDental Clinics of North America.  58:653-669. 2014
    2013 Acceleration of tooth movement during orthodontic treatment--a frontier in orthodontics.Progress in Orthodontics.  14:42. 2013
    2013 Photobiomodulation accelerates orthodontic alignment in the early phase of treatment.Progress in Orthodontics.  14:30. 2013
    2013 The validation of a novel index assessing canine impactionsEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  7:399-404. 2013
    2013 Comparison of facial morphologies between adult Chinese and Houstonian Caucasian populations using three-dimensional imagingInternational Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.  42:1100-1107. 2013
    2013 Modified method of analysis for surgical correction of facial asymmetry.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  3:185-191. 2013
    2013 The anatomical evaluation of the dental arches using cone beam computed tomography - an investigation of the availability of bone for placement of mini-screws 2013
    2013 Three-dimensional evaluation of early crossbite correction: Alongitudinal studyEuropean Journal of Orthodontics.  35:7-13. 2013
    2013 A 3-dimensional anthropometric evaluation of facial morphology among chinese and greek populationJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  24:e353-e358. 2013
    2013 Acceleration of tooth movement during orthodontic treatment - a frontier in OrthodonticsProgress in Orthodontics.  14:1-8. 2013
    2013 Photobiomodulation accelerates orthodontic alignment in the early phase of treatmentProgress in Orthodontics.  14. 2013
    2012 Neoclassical facial canons in young adultsJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  23:1693-1698. 2012
    2012 Apical root resorption caused by orthodontic forces: A brief review and a long-term observationEuropean Journal of Dentistry.  6:445-453. 2012
    2012 Methods of Measuring the Three-Dimensional FaceSeminars in Orthodontics.  18:187-192. 2012
    2012 Annals of maxillofacial surgery - Future.Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery.  2:101. 2012
    2012 Does hyrax expansion therapy affect maxillary sinus volume? A cone-beam computed tomography reportImaging Science in Dentistry.  42:83-88. 2012
    2012 Occlusal asymmetries in children with congenital hip dislocationEuropean Journal of Orthodontics.  34:307-311. 2012
    2012 Orthodontics in the 21st century: a view from across the pond.Journal of Orthodontics.  39:75-76. 2012
    2012 Surface analysis of study models generated from OrthoCAD and cone-beam computed tomography imagingAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  141:686-693. 2012
    2012 Author's responseAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  141:526. 2012
    2012 The surgical and orthodontic management of cherubism in a growing childJournal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery.  40:229-233. 2012
    2012 Residents’ journal reviewAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  141:260-261. 2012
    2012 The KPG index--a novel 3D classification system for maxillary canine impactions.Texas dental journal.  129:265-274. 2012
    2012 Esthetic Class II treatment with the Beneslider and aligners.Journal of clinical orthodontics : JCO.  46. 2012
    2012 Orthodontics in the 21st century:Aview from across the pondJournal of Orthodontics.  39:75-76. 2012
    2012 Three-dimensional ultrashort echo magnetic resonance imaging of orthodontic appliances in the natural dentitionAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  142:552-561. 2012
    2011 Creation of the Virtual Patient for the Study of Facial MorphologyFacial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America.  19:615-622. 2011
    2011 MI Paste Plus to prevent demineralization in orthodontic patients: A prospective randomized controlled trialAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  140:660-668. 2011
    2011 A radiographic analysis of tooth morphology following the use of a novel cyclical force device in orthodontics 2011
    2011 Outcome study of computer-aided surgical simulation in the treatment of patients with craniomaxillofacial deformitiesJournal of oral surgery, anesthesia, and hospital dental service.  69:2014-2024. 2011
    2011 New method for analysis of facial growth in a pediatric reconstructed mandibleAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  139. 2011
    2011 A Comparison of the Accuracy of Linear Measurements Obtained from Cone Beam Computerized Tomography Images and Digital ModelsSeminars in Orthodontics.  17:49-56. 2011
    2011 A new method to orient 3-dimensional computed tomography models to the natural head position: A clinical feasibility studyJournal of oral surgery, anesthesia, and hospital dental service.  69:584-591. 2011
    2011 The Future of Orthodontic Diagnostic RecordsSeminars in Orthodontics.  17:39-45. 2011
    2011 A comparison between landmark and surface shape measurements in a sample of cleft lip and palate patients after secondary alveolar bone grafting.Orthodontics.  12:188-195. 2011
    2011 Cone beam computed tomography analysis of dentoalveolar changes immediately after maxillary expansion.Orthodontics.  12:202-209. 2011
    2011 Early Class III treatment with a hybrid hyrax-mentoplate combination.Journal of clinical orthodontics : JCO.  45. 2011
    2011 Long-term treatment outcome of presurgical nasoalveolar molding in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palateJournal of Craniofacial Surgery.  22:333-336. 2011
    2010 Novel method of 3-dimensional soft-tissue analysis for Class III patientsAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  138:758-769. 2010
    2010 Facial morphology of Finnish children with and without developmental hip dysplasia using 3D facial templatesOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  13:229-237. 2010
    2010 3-D analysis of facial asymmetry in children with hip dysplasiaAngle Orthodontist.  80:707-712. 2010
    2010 Digital models vs plaster models using alginate and alginate substitute materialsAngle Orthodontist.  80:662-669. 2010
    2010 Effectiveness of impacted and supernumerary tooth diagnosis from traditional radiography versus cone beam computed tomographyPediatric Dentistry.  32:304-309. 2010
    2010 Evaluation of CBCT digital models and traditional models using the little's indexAngle Orthodontist.  80:435-439. 2010
    2010 Editor's Comment and Q&AAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  137:S56-S57. 2010
    2010 Three-dimensional comparison of facial morphology in white populations in Budapest, Hungary, and Houston, TexasAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  137:424-432. 2010
    2010 3-D analysis of facial asymmetry in children with hip dysplasia.Angle Orthodontist.  80:519-524. 2010
    2010 Digital models vs plaster models using alginate and alginate substitute materials.Angle Orthodontist.  80:474-481. 2010
    2010 Retrospective cone-beam computed tomography evaluation of temporary anchorage devicesAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  137:166.e1-166.e5. 2010
    2010 Soft tissue images from cephalograms compared with those from a 3D surface acquisition systemAngle Orthodontist.  80:58-64. 2010
    2010 Use of 3-dimensional surface acquisition to study facial morphology in 5 populationsAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  137:S56.e1-S56.e9. 2010
    2009 The role of Cone beam CT in the evaluation and management of a family with Gardner's syndromeJournal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery.  37:461-468. 2009
    2009 Facial morphologies of an adult egyptian population and an adult houstonian white population compared using 3D ImagingAngle Orthodontist.  79:991-999. 2009
    2009 Early crossbite correction: A three-dimensional evaluationEuropean Journal of Orthodontics.  31:352-356. 2009
    2009 Facial morphology of slovenian and welsh white populations using 3-dimensional imagingAngle Orthodontist.  79:640-645. 2009
    2009 A novel 3D classification system for canine impactions - The KPG indexInternational Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery.  5:291-296. 2009
    2009 Cone-beam computed tomography of the maxillofacial region - An updateInternational Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery.  5:366-380. 2009
    2008 Three-dimensional analysis of facial morphology surface changes in untreated children from 12 to 14 years of ageAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  134:751-760. 2008
    2007 A three-dimensional evaluation of postoperative swelling following orthognathic surgery at 6 monthsPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery.  119:2192-2199. 2007
    2007 A different look: 3-dimensional facial imaging of a child with Binder syndromeAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  132:704-709. 2007
    2007 Three-dimensional surface acquisition systems for the study of facial morphology and their application to maxillofacial surgeryInternational Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery.  3:97-110. 2007
    2006 A new method for the 3D measurement of postoperative swelling following orthognathic surgeryOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  9:31-37. 2006
    2006 Facial templates: A new perspective in three dimensionsOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  9:10-17. 2006
    2006 Three-dimensional cone beam computerized tomography in dentistryDentistry today.  25:130-135. 2006
    2006 Measuring adult facial morphology in three dimensionsAngle Orthodontist.  76:773-778. 2006
    2006 A blind accuracy assessment of computer-modeled forensic facial reconstruction using computed tomography data from live subjects 2006
    2006 A blind accuracy assessment of computer-modeled forensic facial reconstruction using computed tomography data from live subjects 2006
    2006 Measuring adult facial morphology in three dimensionsAngle Orthodontist.  76:773-778. 2006
    2006 The 3-Dimensional Construction of the Average 11-Year-Old Child Face: A Clinical Evaluation and ApplicationJournal of oral surgery, anesthesia, and hospital dental service.  64:1086-1092. 2006
    2006 Orthodontic retention regimes: Will we ever have the answer?: How effective are different retention procedures in maintaining tooth position after treatment by orthodontic appliances?Evidence-Based Dentistry.  7:100. 2006
    2005 Current Products and Practice Three-dimensional cone beam computerized tomography in orthodonticsJournal of Orthodontics.  32:282-293. 2005
    2005 The investigation of the changing facial appearance of identical twins employing a three-dimensional laser imaging systemOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  8:85-90. 2005
    2005 Reliability of measuring facial morphology with a 3-dimensional laser scanning systemAmerican Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.  128:424-430. 2005
    2005 The dental management of a patient with hyperimmunoglobulinemia E syndrome: A case reportInternational Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.  15:127-130. 2005
    2004 The feasibility of measuring three-dimensional facial morphology in childrenOrthodontics and Craniofacial Research.  7:198-204. 2004
    2004 Insufficient evidence that extended-spectrum cephalosporins effectively prevent metastatic infections related to Klebsiella pneumoniae-caused liver abscess.Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy.  48:3640. 2004
    2004 Extractions as a form of interception in the developing dentition: A randomized controlled trialJournal of Orthodontics.  31:107-114. 2004
    2004 Extractions as a form of interception in the developing dentition: A randomized controlled trialJournal of Orthodontics.  31:105. 2004
    2004 Orthodontic treatment has little to do with temporomandibular disorders: Does traditional orthodontic treatment change the prevalence of temporomandibular disorder?Evidence-Based Dentistry.  5:75. 2004
    2004 The herbst appliance and TMJ morphology: Is there an effect?: Does the herbst appliance have any effect on temporomandibular joint morphology?Evidence-Based Dentistry.  5:105. 2004
    2003 Tooth agenesis: A report of missing molars in two generationsInternational Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.  13:342-347. 2003
    2000 Mandibular fractures in helmeted motorcyclists - A preliminary survey. 2000
    1999 Decision analysis in evaluation of treatment strategies for Class III malocclusions. 1999
    1998 Repair of new-generation tooth-colored restoratives: Methods of surface conditioning to achieve bondingOperative Dentistry.  23:173-178. 1998

    Book

    Year Title Altmetric
    2013 Preface 2013
    2013 Preface 2013
    2011 Cone beam CT of the head and neck: An anatomical atlas 2011

    Chapter

    Year Title Altmetric
    2020 TADs and successful clinical outcomes.  69-76. 2020
    2015 The Use of Photobiomodulation in Orthodontics: Some Perspectives on an Extraoral Device 2015
    2014 Three-dimensional Imaging in Orthodontics 2014
    2013 Averaging Facial Images.  126-144. 2013
    2013 Studying Facial Morphologies in Different Populations.  145-158. 2013
    2013 Three-Dimensional Developments for the Future.  301-304. 2013
    2013 Three-Dimensional Surface Acquisition Systems for Facial Analysis.  11-28. 2013
    2013 Understanding the Facial Changes Associated with Postoperative Swelling in Patients Following Orthognathic Surgery.  198-206. 2013
    2013 Visualizing Facial Growth.  207-225. 2013
    2012 Digital three-dimensional photogrammetry: Craniofacial applications to facial growth, orthognathic and reconstructive surgery, and morphometrics.  2511-2520. 2012
    2009 Three-dimensional Imaging in Orthodontics 2009
    2007 Evaluation of Facial Growth: A 3D Soft Tissue Perspective 2007
    2006 Application of 3-dimensional soft tissue imaging in orthodontics 2006
    2005 3D evaluation of facial growth 2005

    Research Overview

  • Craniofacial Deformities, Orthognathic Surgery, Management of Tempromandibular Disorders, 3D Craniofacial Imaging, 4D Jaw Tracking, Translational and Biomedical Device Innovation, Orthodontic esthetic treatment, Craniofacial facial rare diseases database management
  • Teaching Activities

  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2011)
  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2018)
  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2020)
  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2022)
  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Spring Term 2015)
  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Spring Term 2016)
  • CD727 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Spring Term 2017)
  • CD730 - 3-Dimensional Imaging Ortho (Fall Term 2020)
  • CD788 - Craniofacial Syndrome SeriesII (Fall Term 2019)
  • CD788 - Craniofacial Syndrome SeriesII (Fall Term 2021)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2017)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2018)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2019)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2020)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2021)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2022)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2019)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2020)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2021)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2022)
  • PG688 - Excellence in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2023)
  • PG709 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2011)
  • PG709 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2018)
  • PG709 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2020)
  • PG709 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Fall Term 2022)
  • PG709 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Spring Term 2014)
  • PG709 - Craniofacial Syndrome Series (Spring Term 2017)
  • PG711 - Craniofacial Syndrome SeriesII (Fall Term 2019)
  • PG711 - Craniofacial Syndrome SeriesII (Fall Term 2021)
  • PG767 - 3-Dimensional Imaging Ortho (Fall Term 2018)
  • PG767 - 3-Dimensional Imaging Ortho (Fall Term 2020)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2014)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2015)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2016)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2017)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2018)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2019)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2020)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2021)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2016)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2017)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2018)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2019)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2020)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2021)
  • PG776 - Adv Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2022)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2012)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2013)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2014)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2015)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2016)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2017)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2018)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2019)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Fall Term 2020)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Spring Term 2016)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Spring Term 2017)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Spring Term 2018)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Spring Term 2019)
  • PG790 - Orthodontic Clinic (Spring Term 2020)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2012)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2013)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2014)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2015)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2016)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2018)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2019)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2020)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2021)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Fall Term 2022)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2016)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2017)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2018)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2019)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2020)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2021)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2022)
  • PG791 - Seminar Topics in Orthodontics (Spring Term 2023)
  • Education And Training

  • Doctorate Level Degree in Dental Clinical Sciences, Cardiff University 2006
  • Master of Arts in Dentistry, National University of Singapore 1998
  • Awards And Honors

    Full Name

  • Chung Kau