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This paper analyses a micro-deliberative process in order to discuss how subtle forms of power pervade discussions and are challenged in them. The study of the First National Seminar of Former Hansen's Disease Colonies, held in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) in 2004, shows how the power to set the agenda and the power to claim credibility to one's utterances from sources other than reason may generate inequalities among participants. The analysis also reveals these forms of power are often challenged throughout communicative exchanges. Sometimes a clash of different forms of power may help in overcoming asymmetries. Based on these findings, it is suggested micro-deliberative arenas should be as heterogeneous as possible and connected to other deliberative arenas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Information on several papers discussed at the conference "13th British Orthodontic Conference 1998" held in Torquay, England on orthodontic practices is presented. Topics include Class II orthodontic correction in malocclusions, clinical application of Herbst appliance, and biodegradation of orthodontic composite materials. The conference featured several orthodontists including Dr. Kitty Tulloch, Professor Hans Panchertz, and Professor Bill Proffit.

Information about several papers discussed at the 5th Presidential Meeting of British Orthodontists Society (BOS) on utilization of headgear in Orthodontics is presented. Topics included safety concerns related to orthodontic headgears, use of headgear with Straight Wire orthodontic appliance, and use of headgear with Tip-Edge appliance. The meeting featured several orthodontists including David Birnie, Frank Haines and Richard Parkhouse.

Information about several papers discussed at a symposium sponsored by the association of Orthodontic Technicians on Adult Craniofacial Growth is presented. Topics include the management of Class II malocclusions, use of magnets in orthodontics and contracting of orthodontics. The symposium featured several orthodontists including David Tidy, Joe Noar and Robert Evans.

Information about several papers discussed at a symposium sponsored by Katholieke Universiteit on the future of Orthodontics is presented. Topics include the molecular biology of Craniosyntosis, importance of the Fibroblast Growth factor receptors and role of the notochord in prenatal development. The symposium featured several orthodontists including M.Cohen, J. P. Fryns and I. Thesleff.

Information about several papers discussed at a symposium sponsored by the Specialist Practitioner Group of the British Orthodontic Society on managing a dentists' practice is presented. Topics include mental deterioration due to stress, achieving quality of life and use of marketing and advertising to promote a dentists' practice. The symposium featured several orthodontics including Steve Powell, Olly Keith and Glenys Bridges.