Faculty Staff
Dr Yang, Yanqi

BDS (Beijing Med Univ), PhD (Peking Univ); MOrth RCS (Edin); FDS RCS (Edin)





General Information
Title

Clinical Associate Professor in Orthodontics
Division Coordinator


Division

Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics


E-mail

yangyanq@hku.hk
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Phone Number

2859 0252


Research profile

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Research Theme

Craniofacial Regeneration



Areas of Research Expertise

Bone biology
Mechanism of orthodontic tooth movement




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Article
Lin Y, Jin L, Tong WM, Leung MYY, Gu M, Yang Y. Identification and integrated analysis of differentially expressed long non‐coding RNAs associated with periodontitis in humans, Journal of Periodontal Research 2021; 56(4): 679-689 doi:10.1111/jre.12864
Lin Y, Cheng T, Zhu S, Gu M, Jin L, Yang Y. mRNA and long non-coding RNA expression profiling of human periodontal ligament cells under tension loading, European Journal of Orthodontics 2021; doi:10.1093/ejo/cjab043
Zhu S, Liu Z, Yuan C, Lin Y, Yang Y, Wang H, Zhang C, Wang P, Gu M. Bidirectional ephrinB2?EphB4 signaling regulates the osteogenic differentiation of canine periodontal ligament stem cells, International Journal of Molecular Medicine 2020; 45(3): 897-909 doi:10.3892/ijmm.2020.4473
Ren C, McGrath C, Gu M, Jin L, Zhang C, Sum FHKMH, Wong KWF, Chau ACM, Yang Y. Low-level laser-aided orthodontic treatment of periodontally compromised patients: a randomised controlled trial, Lasers in Medical Science 2020; 35(3): 729-739 doi:10.1007/s10103-019-02923-0
Woo HK, AJMERA DH, Singh P, Li KY, Bornstein MM, Tse KL, Yang Y, Gu M. Evaluation of the relationship between malar projection and lower facial convexity in terms of perceived attractiveness in 3-dimensional reconstructed images, Head & Face Medicine 2020; 16(1): article no. 8-article no. 8 doi:10.1186/s13005-020-00223-5
Gu M, Lin Y, McGrath CPJ, Hagg U, Wong RWK, Yang Y. Evaluation of the upper airway dimensions following Herbst appliance treatment in adolescents: A retrospective study, APOS Trends in Orthodontics 2020; 10(3): 153-163 doi:10.25259/APOS_83_2020
LIAO C, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. IL‐17 alters the mesenchymal stem cell niche towards osteogenesis in cooperation with osteocytes, Journal of Cellular Physiology 2020; 235(5): 4466-4480 doi:10.1002/jcp.29323
Baram D, Yang Y, REN C, Wang Z, Wong RWK, Hagg U, McGrath C, Gu M. Orthodontic Treatment Need and the Psychosocial Impact of Malocclusion in 12-Year-Old Hong Kong Children, The Scientific World Journal 2019; 2019: article no. **-article no. ** doi:10.1155/2019/**
Gu M, Savoldi F, Hagg U, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Yang Y. Upper Airway Changes following Functional Treatment with the Headgear Herbst or Headgear Twin Block Appliance Assessed on Lateral Cephalograms and Magnetic Resonance Imaging, The Scientific World Journal 2019; 2019: article no. **-article no. ** doi:10.1155/2019/**
Savoldi F, Gou X, McGrath CP, Yang Y, Chow SC, Tsoi JKH, Gu M. Reliability of lateral cephalometric radiographs in the assessment of the upper airway in children: A retrospective study, The Angle Orthodontist 2019; doi:10.2319/022119-131.1
Sardana DD, Zhang JL, Ekambaram M, Yang Y, McGrath CPJ, Yiu CKY. Effectiveness of professional fluorides against enamel white spot lesions during fixed orthodontic treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis., Journal of Dentistry 2019; 82: 1-10 doi:10.1016/j.jdent.2018.12.006
Sardana D, Manchanda S, Ekambaram M, Yang Y, McGrath CP, Yiu CKY. Effectiveness of self-applied topical fluorides against enamel white spot lesions from multi-bracketed fixed orthodontic treatment: a systematic review, European Journal of Orthodontics 2019; 41(6): 661-668 doi:10.1093/ejo/cjz015
Tsui WK, Yang Y, McGrath C, Leung YY. Improvement in quality of life after skeletal advancement surgery in patients with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnoea: a longitudinal study, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2019; doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2019.07.007
Tsui WK, Yang Y, McGrath C, Leung YY. Mandibular distraction osteogenesis versus sagittal split ramus osteotomy in managing obstructive sleep apnea: A randomized clinical trial, Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery 2019; 47(5): 750-757 doi:10.1016/j.jcms.2019.01.046
Sardana D, Manchanda S, Ekambaram M, Yang Y, McGrath CP, Yiu CKY. Prevention of demineralization around orthodontic brackets using sealants: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Pediatric Dentistry 2019; 41(6): 430-531
Li M, Zhang C, Yang Y. Effects of mechanical forces on osteogenesis and osteoclastogenesis in human periodontal ligament fibroblasts: A systematic review of in vitro studies, Bone & Joint Research 2019; 8(1): 19-31 doi:10.1302/2046-3758.81.BJR-2018-0060.R1
Muhaini JAKOB, H. Yang RAFIDAH, Gu M, Yang Y. Comparing Modified Huddart-Bodenham Scoring System and GOSLON Yardstick to Assess Dental Arch Relationships in Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Patients, The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal 2018; 55(7): 983-988 doi:10.1597/16-191
Hassan YR, Tse KL, Khambay BS, Wong MK, Gu M, Yang Y. Dental Arch Relationships and Reverse Headgear Effects in Southern Chinese Patients with Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate: A Retrospective Study, The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal 2018; 55(7): 925-934 doi:10.1597/15-155
Leung VWS, Low B, Yang Y, Botelho MG. Oral Rehabilitation of Young Adult with Amelogenesis Imperfecta, The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice 2018; 19(5): 599-604 doi:10.5005/jp-journals-10024-2305
Xu J, Gong T, Wang YY, Zou T, Heng BCA, Yang Y, Zhang C. Inhibition of TGF-β Signaling in SHED Enhances Endothelial Differentiation, Journal of Dental Research 2018; 97(2): 218-225 doi:10.1177/3741
Ling HTB, Sum FHKMH, Zhang L, Yeung CPW, Li KY, Wong HM, Yang Y. The association between nutritive, non-nutritive sucking habits and primary dental occlusion, BMC Oral Health 2018; 18(1): 145-145 doi:10.1186/s12903-018-0610-7
Leung CV, Yang Y, LIAO C, Hagg EUO, Wong RWK, McGrath CPJ, Gu M. Digital Models as an Alternative to Plaster Casts in Assessment of Orthodontic Treatment Outcomes, The Scientific World Journal 2018; 2018: 9819 doi:10.1155/2018/**
Leung EMY, Yang Y, Khambay BS, Wong RWK, McGrath CPJ, Gu M. A Comparative Analysis of Tooth Size Discrepancy between Male and Female Subjects Presenting with a Class I Malocclusion, The Scientific World Journal 2018; 2018: 7641 doi:10.1155/2018/**
Gu M, Yang Y, Shan Z. The Association between Mastication, Malocclusion, and Craniofacial Morphology, International Journal of Dentistry and Oral Science 2018; 2018: 6-11 doi:10.19070/2377-8075-SI02-01002
REN C, McGrath CPJ, Jin L, Zhang C, Yang Y. The effectiveness of low-level laser therapy as an adjunct to non-surgical periodontal treatment: a meta-analysis, Journal of Periodontal Research 2017; 52(1): 8-20 doi:10.1111/jre.12361
Zhu S, Wang PL, Liao C, Yang Y, YUAN C, WANG S, Dissanayaka WL, Heng BCA, Zhang C. Transgenic expression of ephrinB2 in periodontal ligament stem cells (PDLSCs) modulates osteogenic differentiation via signaling crosstalk between ephrinB2 and EphB4 in PDLSCs and between PDLSCs and pre-osteoblasts within co-culture, Journal of Periodontal Research 2017; 52(3): 562-573 doi:10.1111/jre.12424
Wong HM, Peng SM, Yang Y, King NM, McGrath CPJ. Tooth eruption and obesity in 12-year-old children, Journal of Dental Sciences 2017; 12: 126-132 doi:10.1016/j.jds.2016.10.004
Wong HM, MA KW, Yang LYX, Yang Y. Dental Students’ Attitude towards Problem-Based Learning before and after Implementing 3D Electronic Dental Models, International Journal of Educational and Pedagogical Sciences 2017; 104(8): 2110:1-6
Wong HM, MA KW, Yang YX, Yiu CKY, Yang Y. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of the students’ perceptions to the use of 3D electronic models in problem-based learning, Knowledge Management & E-Learning: An International Journal 2017; 9(2): 128-142
LI M, Zhang C, Jin L, Matsuo K, Yang Y. Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharide regulates ephrin/Eph signalling in human periodontal ligament fibroblasts, Journal of Periodontal Research 2017; 52: 913-921 doi:10.1111/jre.12463
LIAO C, Cheng T, WANG S, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. Shear stress inhibits IL-17A-mediated induction of osteoclastogenesis via osteocyte pathways, Bone 2017; 101: 10-20 doi:10.1016/j.bone.2017.04.003
Liao C, Zhang C, Yang Y. Pivotal roles of Interleukin-17 as the Epicenter of Bone Loss Diseases, Current Pharmaceutical Design 2017; 23(41): 6302-6309 doi:10.2174/**66**0
Zhu S, Yang Y, Khambay B. A study to evaluate the reliability of using two-dimensional photographs, three-dimensional images, and stereoscopic projected three-dimensional images for patient assessment, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2017; 46(3): 394-400 doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2016.11.011
Zhu S, Keeling A, Hsung TC, Yang Y, Khambay B. The difference between registered natural head position and estimated natural head position in three dimensions, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2017; 47(2): 276-282 doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2017.07.016
REN C, McGrath CPJ, Yang Y. Edentulism and associated factors among community-dwelling middle-aged and elderly adults in China, Gerodontology 2017; 34(2): 195-207 doi:10.1111/ger.12249
Li S, Yang Y, Ding Y, Tang X, Sun Z. Impacts of Survivin and Caspase-3 on apoptosis and angiogenesis in oral cancer, Oncology Letters 2017; 14(3): 3774-3779 doi:10.3892/ol.2017.6626
Li S, Yang Y, Jin L, Cai ZG, Sun Z. Detection of survivin, carcinoembryonic antigen and ErbB2 level in oral squamous cell carcinoma patients, Cancer Biomarkers: section of Disease Markers 2017; 17: 377-382 doi:10.3233/cbm-160651
Yao J, Li DD, Yang Y, McGrath CPJ, Mattheos N. What are patients' expectations of orthodontic treatment: a systematic review, BMC Oral Health 2016; 16, article no. 19 doi:10.1186/s12903-016-0182-3
Koay WL, Yang Y, Tse C, Gu M. Effects of Two-Phase Treatment with the Herbst and Preadjusted Edgewise Appliances on the Upper Airway Dimensions, The Scientific World Journal 2016; 2016 doi:10.1155/2016/**
REN C, McGrath CPJ, Jin L, Zhang C, Yang Y. Effect of diode low-level lasers on fibroblasts derived from human periodontal tissue: a systematic review of in vitro studies, Lasers in Medical Science 2016; 31(7): 1493-1510 doi:10.1007/s10103-016-2026-4
Tsui WK, Yang Y, Leung MYY. Distraction osteogenesis as a treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: A systematic review, Medicine 2016; 95(36): e4674:1-15 doi:10.1097/MD.4674
Leung TM, Botelho MG, Yang Y, Ho EHT. Management of Tooth Wear: An Interdisciplinary Approach, International Journal of Experimental Dental Science 2016; 5: 139-145 doi:10.5005/jp-journals-10029-1142
Gu M, McGrath CPJ, Hagg EUO, Wong RWK, Yang Y. Anatomy Of The Upper Airway And Its Growth In Childhood, Journal Of Dentistry And Oral Biology 2016; 1(1): 1005:1-3
Li XT, LI M, Lu J, Hu Y, Cui L, Zhang D, Yang Y. Age-related effects on osteoclastic activities after orthodontic tooth movement, Bone & Joint Research 2016; 5: 492-499 doi:10.1302/2046-3758.510.BJR-2016-0004.R2
Gu M, Yang Y, Ho CH, Wong RWK, Hagg EUO, McGrath CPJ. Craniofacial characteristics related to daytime sleepiness screened by the paediatric daytime sleepiness scale, The open dentistry journal 2015; 9 doi:10.2174/****
Cheung RNY, Hagg EUO, Wong RWK, Liao C, Yang Y. Change of mandibular position during two-phase orthodontic treatment of skeletal Class II in the Chinese population, The Scientific World Journal 2015; 2015 doi:10.1155/2015/804831
Li SX, Li Q, Yang YQ, Jin LJ, Sun Z, Yu SF. Immunohistochemistry of lymphocytes in benign lymphoadenosis of oral mucosa., Genetics and Molecular Research 2015; 14(2): 7163-7171 doi:10.4238/2015.June.29.10
Zhong C, Ma KN, Wong YS, So Y, Lee PC, Yang Y. Oral health knowledge of pregnant women on pregnancy gingivitis and children’s oral health, Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry 2015; 39(2): 105-108 doi:10.17796/jcpd.39.2.n66w635638w643n7
Sum FHKMH, Zhang L, Ling HTB, Yeung CPW, Li KY, Wong HM, Yang Y. Association of breastfeeding and three-dimensional dental arch relationships in primary dentition, BMC Oral Health 2015; 15 doi:10.1186/s12903-015-0010-1
Li S, Zhang H, Li S, Yang Y, Huo B, Zhang D. Connexin 43 and ERK regulate tension-induced signal transduction in human periodontal ligament fibroblasts, Journal of Orthopaedic Research 2015; 33(7): 1008-1014 doi:10.1002/jor.22830
Ren C, McGrath C, Yang Y. The effectiveness of low-level diode laser therapy on orthodontic pain management: a systematic review and meta-analysis., Lasers in Medical Science 2015; 30(7): 1881-1893 doi:10.1007/s10103-015-1743-4
Ng S, LI M, Yang Y. Orthopedic Treatment of Maxillary Expansion: A Review of the Literature, International Journal of Dentistry and Oral Science 2015; 2(1): 39-41
Yeung CYC, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Hagg EUO, Lo J, Yang Y. Frontal facial proportions of 12-year-old southern Chinese: a photogrammetric study, Head & Face Medicine 2015; 11 doi:10.1186/s13005-015-0084-7
ZHU S, Yang Y, Gu M, Khambay BS. A Comparison of Three Viewing Media for Assessing Dental Arch Relationships in Patients With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate, The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal 2015; doi:10.1597/15-144
Li S, Yang Y, Sun Z. The comparison of the dental training and practice management between mainland China and Hong Kong, Beijing Journal of Stomatology 2015; 23(3): 171-172
Wenden A, Yang Y, Chai L, Wong RWK. Salvia Miltiorrhiza Induces VEGF Expression and Regulates Expression of VEGF Receptors in Osteoblastic Cells., Phytotherapy Research 2014; doi:10.1002/ptr.5031
Zhang L, Liao C, Lu J, Zhang C, Yang Y. Effects of tension force on proliferation and differentiation of human periodontal ligament cells induced by lipopolysaccharides, Journal of Biosciences and Medicines 2014; 2: 13-19 doi:10.4236/jbm.2014.23003
Yang Y, Chai L, Liao C, Qu JY. Effects of VEGF on bone cells' metabolism and activity, Dentistry 2014; 4(8) doi:10.4172/2161-1122.**
Ren C, Yang Y. Mandibular condyle: structure properties and growth regulation, Journal of Oral Science and Health 2014; 1(1): 1-6
Chin ASS, Perry S, Liao C, Yang Y. The relationship between the cranial base and jaw base in a Chinese population, Head & Face Medicine 2014; 10 doi:10.1186/1746-160X-10-31
Gu M, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Hagg U, Yang Y. Cephalometric norms for the upper airway of 12-year-old Chinese children, Head & Face Medicine 2014; 10: article no. 38-article no. 38 doi:10.1186/1746-160X-10-38
Yang Y, Ren C. Factors involved in mandibular condylar growth: an overview, Oral Health and Dental Management 2014; 13(4): 1018-1023 doi:10.4172/2247-2452.**
Leung CSY, Yang Y, Wong RWK, Hagg EUO, Lo J, McGrath CPJ. Angular photogrammetric analysis of the soft tissue profile in 12-year-old Southern Chinese, Head & Face Medicine 2014; 10: 56-56 doi:10.1186/s13005-014-0056-3
Chee D, Ren C, Yang Y. An overview on interproximal enamel reduction, Dentistry - Open Journal 2014; 1(1): 14-18 doi:10.17140/DOJ-1-104
Yang Y, Chin A, Zhang L, Lu J, Wong RWK. The Role of Traditional Chinese Medicines in Osteogenesis and Angiogenesis, Phytotherapy Research 2013; February 2013 doi:10.1002/ptr.4959
Teh SK, Zheng W, Li S, Li D, Zeng Y, Yang Y, Qu JY. Multimodal nonlinear optical microscopy improves the accuracy of early diagnosis of squamous intraepithelial neoplasia., Journal of Biomedical Optics 2013; 18(3): article no. 036001-article no. 036001 doi:10.1117/1.JBO.18.3.036001
Lee VCY, Gao J, Lee CKF, Ng EHY, Yeung WSB, Ho PC. The effect of letrozole with misoprostol for medical termination of pregnancy on the expression of steroid receptors in the placenta, Human Reproduction 2013; 28(11): 2912-2199 doi:10.1093/humrep/det345
Yang Y, Liao C, Ho CH, Bridges SM. Students’ perception of using dental e-models in an inquiry-based curriculum., International Journal of Social, Management, Economics and Business Engineering 2013; 7(12): 1937-1941
Wang W, Zeng X, Zhang C, Yang Y. Malocclusions in Xia Dynasty in China, Chinese Medical Journal 2012; 125(1): 119-122 doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.0366-6999.2012.01.022
Yang Y, Tan YY, Wong RWK, Wenden A, Zhang LK, Rabie ABM. The role of vascular endothelial growth factor in ossification, International Journal of Oral Science 2012; 4: 64-68 doi:10.1038/ijos.2012.33
Yang Y, Zhang L, Bridges SM. Blended learning in dentistry: 3-D resources for inquiry-based learning, Knowledge Management & E-Learning: An International Journal (KM&EL) 2012; 4: 217-230
Yang K, Yang Y. Observation and consideration of undergraduate education in University of Hong Kong Faculty of Dentistry, 中國高等醫學敎育 2011; 26-27
Yang Y, Chen Y, Li XT. Skeletal and dental features of extraction cases in the second phase of two-phase treated Class II malocclusion, Chinese Journal of Orthodontics 2011; 18(1): 16-21 doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2011.01.004
Li XT, Zhang DM, Yang YQ. Factors influencing the changes of lower third molars' angulation and space/crown width ratio by orthodontic treatment, 北京大学学报 (医学版) 2011; 43(2): 267-271
Rabie ABM, Yang Y. Esthetic consideration of orthodontics, 中華口腔醫學雜誌 2011; 46(2): 125-128
Chin A, Yang Y, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of medicinal herb salvia miltiorrhiza on osteoblastic cells in vitro, Journal of Orthopaedic Research 2011; 29(7): 1059-1063 doi:10.1002/jor.21376
Zheng W, Li D, Li S, Zeng Y, Yang Y, Qu JY. Diagnostic value of nonlinear optical signals from collagen matrix in the detection of epithelial precancer, Optics Letters 2011; 36(18): 3620-3622 doi:10.1364/OL.36.003620
Tan YY, Yang YQ, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) on MC3T3-E1, Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research 2010; 13(4): 223-228 doi:10.1111/j.1601-6343.2010.01498.x
Austin DF, Chaiyongsirisern A, Yang Y, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. A protocol for improved stability with Herbst Appliance Treatment for adults, Progress in Orthodontics 2010; 11(2): 151-156 doi:10.1016/j.pio.2010.09.009
Yang Y, Yang Y, Li X, Cui L, Fu M, Rabie AB, Zhang D. Functional analysis of core binding factor a1 and its relationship with related genes expressed by human periodontal ligament cells exposed to mechanical stress, European Journal of Orthodontics 2010; 32(6): 698-705 doi:10.1093/ejo/cjq010
Cui L, Li XT, Yang Y, Fu MK, Zhang D. Comparison between MLO-Y4 osteocyte and osteoblast to support osteoclast formation in vitro, Chinese Journal of Stomatology 2010; 45(7): 411-415 doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1002-0098.2010.07.010
Rabie ABM, Yang Y. Perio-ortho conjoint treatment of periodontally compromised patients, Chinese Journal of Orthodontics 2009; 16(4): 181-183 doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2009.04.001
Rabie ABM, Leung FYC, Wong RWK, Yang Y. A bag of tricks: varying timing of extraction facilitates midline correction: a case report, The Philippine Journal of Orthodontics 2009; 9(1): 1-5
Yang Y, Zeng XL, Zhang D. 青春期特發性髁突吸收的臨床觀察及正畸治療體會, 中华临床医师杂志 2008; 2(9): 1058-1061
Meng K, Li XT, Yang YQ, Cui L, Fu MK, Zhang D. A comparative study of multiloop edgewise arch wire and nickel-titanium wire in vivo and in vitro, The International Journal of the MEAW Technic and Research Foundation 2008; 14(1): 3-12
Cui L, Yang Y, Li XT, Zhang D, Fu MK. Effect of Fluid Shear Stress on the expression of bone markers in MLO-Y4 Osteocyte-Like Cells, 口腔正畸學 2007; 14(3): 127-130 doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2007.03.009
Feng JS, Yang Y. Method of making and using anterior root torquing auxillary arch, 口腔正畸學 2007; 14(1): 42-42 doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2007.01.013
Yang Y, Zhang D, Li XT, Fu MK. Expression of OPG mRNA in human periodontal ligament cells under mechanical force loading in vitro, Chinese Journal of Orthodontics 2006; doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2006.02.003
Ng AFS, Yang YQ, Wong RWK, H?gg EUO, Rabie ABM. Factors regulating condylar cartilage growth under repeated load application, Frontiers in Bioscience 2006; 11(1 P.889-1198): 949-954 doi:10.2741/1851
Yang YQ, Li XT, Rabie ABM, Fu MK, Zhang D. Human periodontal ligament cells express osteoblastic phenotypes under intermittent force loading in vitro, Frontiers in Bioscience 2006; 11(1 P.447-888): 776-781 doi:10.2741/1835
Chen R, Yang Y. Application of anterior root torquing auxiliary arch, Chinese Journal of Orthodontics 2005; doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2005.04.008
Zhang D, Yang YQ, Li XT, Fu MK. The expression of osteoprotegerin and the receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa B ligand in human periodontal ligament cells cultured with and without 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, Archives of Oral Biology 2004; 49(1): 71-76 doi:10.1016/S0003-9969(03)00201-2
Zhang D, Yang YQ, Li XT, Fu MK. Expression of OPG and RANKL at protein level in human periodontal ligament cells and the effect of 1alpha,25(OH)(2) vitamin D(3) on the secretion of OPG protein in vitro., Beijing da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Peking University. Health sciences 2004; 36(6): 646-649
Li XT, Yang Y, Zhang D, Fu MK. Effects of aging on osteoprotegerin expression in rat periodontal tissues, Chinese Journal of Orthodontics 2003; doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2003.02.008
Li XT, Yang Y, Zhang D, Fu MK. Age effect on osteoprotegerin expression in periodontal tissue cells during orthodontic tooth movement, Chinese Journal of Orthodontics 2003; doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-5760.2003.04.005
Li X, Zhang D, Fu M, Yang Y. Effects of mechanical stretching force on osteoblast-like function of human periodontal ligament cells in vitro, Zhonghua kou qiang yi xue za zhi = Zhonghua kouqiang yixue zazhi = Chinese journal of stomatology 2002; 37(2): 135-138
Conference Paper
Sardana D, Ekambaram M, Yang Y, McGrath CPJ, Yiu CKY. Prevention of Demineralization During Fixed Orthodontics: Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial, Journal of Dental Research (Spec Issue) 2020; 99(Spec Iss A): presentation ID 0286-presentation ID 0286
Liao C, Hua Y, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. IL-17 enhances osteogenic differentiation of MSCs in 3D-printed PCL scaffold, Journal of Dental Research (Spec Issue) 2019; 98(Spec Iss A): abstract no. 3595-abstract no. 3595
Lin Y, Jin L, Yang Y. Lipopolysaccharide differentially affects osteogenesis of healthy and inflammatory periodontium, Journal of Dental Research (Spec Issue) 2019; 98(Spec Iss A): abstract no. 2171-abstract no. 2171
Ho CH, Yang Y, Gu M. Prevalence of the risks of obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome in Chinese cleft lip and palate children in Hong Kong, 2019 Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium 2019;
Yang Y. Where are we in the era of digital dentistry?, Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium, 2019 2019;
Liao C, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. IL-17 alters MSC cell niche towards osteogenesis cooperated with osteocytes, Journal of Dental Research (Spec Issue) 2018; 97(Spec Iss B): abstract no. 2286-abstract no. 2286
Yang Y. The teaching, research and clinic in HKU Dentistry, Fourth Military Medical University, Lecture 2018;
Loo LE, Li KY, Wong HM, Yang Y, Gu M. Panoramic radiographic evaluation of prevalence, distribution of the dense bone island and its influence on tooth movement among orthodontic patients, The 32nd IADR-SEA Division Annual Scientific Meeting, Da Nang, Vietnam, 2018 2018; Final Presentation ID: 0235-Final Presentation ID: 0235
Tsang KT, Wong TY, Yang Y, Gu M. Panoramic Radiographic Evaluation of the Influence of Maxillary Sinus on Orthodontic Tooth Movement, The 32nd IADR-SEA Division Annual Scientific Meeting, 2018 2018; Final Presentation ID: 0054-Final Presentation ID: 0054
Yang Y. What are the risks in orthodontic treatment?, 1st Orthodontics Conference of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the 30th Anniversary Ceremony of Department of Orthodontics, Guanghua School of Stomatology 2018;
Liao C, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. IL-17A and shear stress modulate osteoclastogenesis/osteogenesis in bone cells, IADR/AADR/CADR 2017 General Session & Exhibition 2017;
LI M, Zhang C, Yang Y. Effects of Lipopolysaccharide on Human Periodontal Ligament Fibroblasts under Mechanical Compression through EphB4-ephrinB2 Signalling, American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session, 2017 2017;
Woo HK, Li KY, Tse KL, Yang Y, Gu M. Evaluation of the relationship between malar projection and lower facial convexity on perceived attractiveness from 3-dimensional reconstructed pictures, Asia Pacific Dental Congress (APDC) 2017;
LIAO C, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. Bidirectional regulation by Interleukin-17 in osteogenesis and osteoclastogenesis., HKU Faculty of Dentistry 2017 Annual Scientific Meeting 2017;
Lin Y, Guo RZ, Li WR, Yang Y. Stability of maxillary protraction therapy in children with class III malocclusion: a systematic review and meta-analysis., HKU Faculty of Dentistry 2017 Annual Scientific Meeting 2017;
Yang Y. Impacted Maxillary Canine: Early Detection, Diagnosis and Appropriate Care, China International Orthodontic Conference and the 16th Annual Session of Chinese Orthodontic Society, 2017 2017;
Liao C, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. Role of Interleukin-17 in bone modelling, China International Orthodontic Conference and the 16th Annual Session of Chinese Orthodontic Society, 2017 2017;
Yang Y. What does mechanical force affect Eph/ephrin signalling in periodontal ligament cells? Invited speech, The 1st World Congress of Biomedical Engineering (WCBME-2017) 2017;
Yang Y. Periodontal Ligament Cells’ involvement of bone remodeling via Eph/ephrin Signaling under Mechanical Force, BIT's 11th World Congress of Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cell, RMSC 2017 2017;
Yang Y, Liao C, Jin L, Zhang C. IL-17 expression and its effect on osteoclastogenesis under mechanical loading, Journal of Dental Research 2016; 95(Spec. Iss. B)
Gu M, McGrath CPJ, Hagg EUO, Wong RWK, Yang Y. Evaluation of the effects of functional appliance therapy on upper airway dimensions and sleep-related breathing, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, EOS 2016 2016;
Tsoi JKH, Chan K, Yang Y. Effects of bone formation by flavonoids: an in silico study, General Session of the International Association for Dental Research, IADR 2016 2016;
Yang Y. Orthodontic Dental Diagnosis with Virtual Models, Asia Pacific Dental Congress (APDC) 2016 2016;
Wong HM, McGrath CPJ, Yang Y. Childhood risk factors for delayed eruption of permanent teeth., HKU Faculty of Dentistry 2016 Annual Scientific Meeting 2016;
Yang Y. Evidence-based orthodontic risks, China International Orthodontic Conference and the 15th Annual Session of Chinese Orthodontic Society, 2016 2016;
Yang Y. Talk about treatment of impacted teeth., Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Orthodontic New Technique Forum 2016;
Gu M, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Hagg U, Yang Y. Effects of functional appliance therapy on the dimensions of the upper airway: Herbst versus Twin Block appliances, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, EOS 2015 2015;
Ren C, McGrath C, Yang Y. Effectiveness of low-level diode laser therapy on orthodontic pain management: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, EOS 2015 2015;
Li M, Zhang C, Jin L, Matsuo K, Yang Y. Influence of lipopolysaccharide on EPHRIN/EPH expression in human periodontal ligament fibroblasts, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, EOS 2015 2015;
Yang Y, Ren C, McGrath C. Overview on the parameters of low-level diode laser therapy for acceleration orthodontic tooth movement, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, EOS 2015 2015;
Liao C, Zhang C, Jin L, Matsuo K, Yang Y. Expression of EPH-EPHRIN signalling in osteocytes under mechanical loading, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, EOS 2015 2015;
Yang Y. Different effects of 'Pathological' vs 'Physiological' inflammation on bone remodelling, BIT's 6th World Gene Convention-2015 2015;
Zhu S, Yang Y, Gu M, Khambay BS. A comparison of three different viewing media for assessing dental arch relationships in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate., HKU Faculty of Dentistry Annual Scientific Meeting 2015;
Tsui WK, Yang Y, Leung MYY. Distraction osteogenesis for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review., HKU Faculty of Dentistry Annual Scientific Meeting, 2015 2015;
Yang Y, Bridges SM. Technology-enhanced Health Sciences Education: students’ perception of using dental e-models in an inquiry-based curriculum (Symposia), CITERS 2014 2014;
Yang Y, Zhang L, Liao C, Lu J, Zhang C. Effects of mechanical force on proliferation and differentiation of human periodontal ligament cells, 29th Joint Annual Conference of Biomedical Science 2014;
Yang Y, Chu CH, Liao C, Yeung CPW, Li KY. Evaluation of Oral Health Promotion through Knowledge-building among Parents of Preschool Children, Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium (HKIDEAS) 2014;
Sum FHKMH, Zhang L, Ling HTB, Yeung CPW, Li KY, Wong HM, Yang Y. Effects of breastfeeding on primary occlusal development in Hong Kong children, Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium (HKIDEAS) 2014;
Gu M, Yang Y, Wong RWK, Hagg U, McGrath CPJ. Cephalometric norms of the upper airway of Chinese children and the association between airway dimensions and craniofacial structures, European journal of Orthodontics 2014; e98-e98 doi:10.1093/ejo/cju057
Basudan AMA, Jin L, Yang Y, Wong RWK. Isolating homogenous cells from mandibular condylar cartilage by LCM technique, Temporomandibular Joint Disorder TMJ Bioengineering Conference 2014; 16, abstract no. 4009-16, abstract no. 4009
Li M, Zhang C, Yang Y. Effects of LPS on Ephrin/Eph signaling in PDL fibroblasts, IADR/SEAADE Scientific Meeting 2014 2014;
Ren C, McGrath CPJ, Yang Y. An overview of the parameters of low-level diode laser therapy in orthodontic pain management, Congress of the International Society for Oral Laser Applications (SOLA) 2014;
Liao C, Yang Y, Ho CH, Bridges SM. Students' longitudinal perceptions of using dental e-models in problem-based learning, National Congress on Orthodontics of China 2014;
Yang Y. What Happened to the Periodontal Ligament Cells under Mechanical Loading?, Annual World Congress of Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells, 2014 2014;
Lau CM, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Yang Y, Hagg EUO. Assessing the minimally important difference from fixed orthodontic appliance therapy, 89th EOS Congress 2013 2013;
Leung CSY, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Yang Y, Hagg U. Angular photogrammetric analysis of the soft tissue profile in 12-year-old southern Chinese, 89th EOS Congress 2013 2013;
Yeung C, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Yang Y, Hagg EUO. Frontal facial proportions: a photogrammetric study of 12-year-old southern Chinese, 89th EOS Congress 2013 2013;
Yang Y, Zhang L, Zhang C, Zhan X. LPS promoted mechanical-loaded PDL cells' proliferation through Wnt2 pathway, 89th EOS Congress 2013 2013;
Yang Y. Risks in orthodontic treatment, Forsila KG 2013 Abstracts 2013;
Bridges SM, Yiu CKY, Botelho MG, Lo ECM, Tsang PCS, Watt RM, Yang Y, Wong JW. PBL2.0.: Infusing Educational Technologies For Synchronous Blended Inquiry, European Journal of Dental Education 2013; 18(2): e4-e4 doi:10.1111/eje.12106
Yang Y, Ho CH, Lu J, Bridges SM. Effects of students' perception on their learning efficacy using e-models, South East Asia Association for Dental Education Meeting, SEAADE 2013 2013;
Yang Y, Chu CH, Lu J, Yeung CPW, Li KY. Oral health promotion through knowledge-building among parents of preschool children, Hong Kong International Dental Expo And Symposium (HKIDEAS) 2013;
Ma KN, Lee PC, So SYY, Wong YS, Zhong C, Yang Y. Oral health knowledge of pregnant women on pregnancy gingivitis and children's oral health, Hong Kong International Dental Expo And Symposium (HKIDEAS) 2013;
Ling HTB, Sum FHKMH, Yang Y. Relationship between age, gender and parafunctional habits in Hong Kong pre-school children, Hong Kong International Dental Expo And Symposium (HKIDEAS) 2013;
Sum FHKMH, Ling HTB, Yang Y. Transverse maxillary arch dimension of primary dentition in Hong Kong children, Hong Kong International Dental Expo And Symposium (HKIDEAS) 2013;
Lu J, Yang Y, Zhang C. Effects of lipopolysaccharide on cell cycling of human PDL cells, Meeting of International Association for Dental Research - Asia Pacific Region 2013; abstract no. 645-abstract no. 645
Sum FHKMH, Ling HTB, Yang Y. Effects of Breastfeeding on Dental Arch Relationships in Primary Dentition, Meeting of International Association for Dental Research - Asia Pacific Region 2013; abstract no. 55-abstract no. 55
Ling HTB, Sum FHKMH, Yang Y. Relationship between Breastfeeding and Oral Habits in Hong Kong Children, Meeting of International Association for Dental Research - Asia Pacific Region 2013; abstract no. 57-abstract no. 57
Yang Y, Chu CH, Lu J, Yeung CPW, Li KY. Building of Dental Knowledge among Parents of Preschool Children, Journal of Dental Research 2013; 92(Special Issue B: abstract no. 243)
Gu M, Ho ACH, Yang Y, McGrath CPJ, Wong RWK, Hagg EUO. Dentofacial Characteristics Related to Sleep-Disordered Breathing Screened by PDSS Questionnaire, Journal of Dental Research 2013; 92(Special Issue B: abstract no. 458)
Yang Y, Liao C, Ho CH, Bridges SM. Students' Perception of Using Dental E-Models in an Inquiry-Based Curriculum, World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology. Proceedings 2013;
Yang Y, Tan YY, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. The Role of VEGF in bone formation, BIT's 6th Annual World Congress of Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells 2013 2013;
Yang Y. Risks in orthodontic treatment, Forsila LG 2013: Dental update to improve quality of life 2013;
Wenden A, Yang Y, Chai LC, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. The Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Effect of Salvia Miltiorrhiza on Osteoblastic Cells, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society (EOS) 2012;
Cheung NYR, Hagg EUO, Yang Y, Wong RWK. Change of Mandibular Position during Two-phase Orthodontic Treatment of Skeletal Class II in the Chinese Population, Congress of the European Orthodontic Society (EOS) 2012;
Yang Y, Ren YX, Zeng XL. Secondary non-contact incisor relationship, American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session, 2012 2012;
Teh SK, Zheng W, Li SX, Li D, Zeng Y, Yang Y, Qu JY. Label-free multimodal nonlinear optical microscopy for in vivo diagnosis of precancerous squamous epithelia, Proceedings Biomedical Optics and 3-D Imaging 2012; article no. BW1B.3-article no. BW1B.3 doi:10.1364/BIOMED.2012.BW1B.3
Wong HM, Yang Y. Changes in first year dental students' readiness for self-directed learning in a problem-based learning curriculum, South East Asia Association for Dental Education (SEAADE) Annual Scientific Meeting 2012;
Cheung RNY, Hagg U, Yang Y, Wong R. Facial profile changes during a two-phase orthodontic treatment of skeletal class II in the Chinese population, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 27-27 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00134.x
Lau C, McGrath C, Hagg E, Wong RWK, Yang Y. The impact of orthodontic treatment on the quality of life of adults, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 5-6 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00133.x
Yeung CYC, McGrath C, Wong R, Yang Y, Hagg U, Lo J. Photogrammetric frontal facial proportions of 12-year-old southern Chinese, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 28-28 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00134.x
Leung VCY, McGrath C, Hagg U, Wong RWK, Yang Y. Digital models as an alternative to plaster casts in assessment of orthodontic treatment outcomes, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 28-29 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00134.x
Leung C, McGrath C, Wong RWK, Yang Y, Hagg U, Lo J. Angular photogrammetric analysis of the soft tissue profile in southern Chinese, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 29-29 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00134.x
Zhang L, Yang Y, Zhang C, Zhan X. LPS induces PDL cells’ proliferation with participation of Wnt2, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 79-79 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00136.x
Yang Y, Zhang L, Zhang C, Zhan X. Wnt2 participates in PDL cells’ proliferation under mechanical loading, International Dental Journal 2012; 62(suppl. 1): 29-29 doi:10.1111/j.1875-595X.2012.00134.x
Yang Y, Zhang L, Bridges SM. Students' perceptions of e-models in PBL tutorials, Annual Scientific Meeting of the South-East Asia Association for Dental Education, SEAADE 2012 2012;
Yang Y. Risks in orthodontic treatment, ISDFDF-14 & 11th NCO 2012 2012;
Yang Y, Zhu S. Using incognito lingual appliance on impacted tooth, World Society of Lingual Orthodontics Congress 2011;
Yang Y, Chin A, Chai L, Rabie ABM. The VEGF effect of medicinal herb Danshen, Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium, HKIDEAS 2011 2011;
Yang Y, Bridges S. 3-D models for problem-based and case-based learning in dentistry, CITE Research Symposium 2011;
Yang Y, Bridges SM, Samaranayake LP. Three-D models for problem-based learning in Dentistry, International Conference on PBL in Dentistry, 2011 2011;
Wong HM, Yang Y, Lee TM, Bridges SM. Attitude Changes in Problem-Based Learning Between the 1st And 2nd Academic Year in Dental Students, Annual Meeting of South-East Asia Association For Dental Education (SEAADE) 2011; abstract no. PP-023-abstract no. PP-023
Yang Y, Bridges SM. Students' Perceptions of Virtual Models In Dental E-Learning, Annual Meeting of South-East Asia Association For Dental Education (SEAADE) 2011; abstract no. O1-002-abstract no. O1-002
Yang Y, Bridges SM. Using virtual dental models in a transition programme to introduce dentistry to secondary school students, 4th HKU-SU (Sichuan University) Conjoint Scientific Meeting 2011 2011;
Yang Y. Preliminary study on non-contact incisor relationship secondary to condylar resorption, IOS Mid Year Convention - Beyond Boundaries 2010 2010;
Chin A, Yang YQ, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of salvia miltiorrhiza on osteoblastic cell line of MC3T3-E1, The European Journal of Orthodontics 2010; doi:10.1093/ejo/cjq119
Yang Y. What make teeth move orthodontically?, International Orthodontic Congress 2010;
Yang Y, Tan Y, Chin A, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of vascular endothelial growth factor and danshen on osteoblastic cell activities, The European Journal of Orthodontics 2010; doi:10.1093/ejo/cjq119
Zhu SJ, Yang YQ, Wong RWK. A comparative study on the alignment efficiency of a lingual system, The European Journal of Orthodontics 2010; doi:10.1093/ejo/cjq119
Yang Y, Chin A, Tan YY, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of VEGF and medicinal herb SM on bone cells, Hong Kong International Dental Expo And Symposium, HKIDEAS 2010 2010;
Tan YY, Yang YQ, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of vascular endothelial growth factor on MC3T3-E1 cell line, The European Journal of Orthodontics 2010; doi:10.1093/ejo/cjq119
Chen R, Yang Y. Finishing and detailing in orthodontic treatment, Global Congress of Chinese Dentists 2010;
Zhu SJ, Yang Y, Wong RWK. A Comparative Study on the Treatment Efficiency between Lingual & Labial System, The National Orthodontic Conference of China 2010;
Yang Y. Electronic study models-a new mode of approved records, Advances in High-tech Dentistry 2009 Continuing Education 2009;
Yang Y, Wong HM, Chai L. Attitudes of BDSI and BDSII students to self-assessment of performance in PBL tutorials, International Conference on PBL in Dentistry 2009;
Zhu SJ, Yang Y, Wong RWK. A Comparative Study on the Alignment Efficiency between Incognito Lingual System and Labial Straight Wire Appliance, Conjoint Scientific Sessions 2009, The University of Hong Kong – Peking University School of Stomatology 2009;
Chin A, Yang Y, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of Medicinal Herb Salvia Miltiorrhiza on Osteoblastic Cell Line of MC3T3-E1, The University of Hong Kong – Peking University School of Stomatology Conjoint Scientific Sessions 2009 2009;
Tan YY, Yang Y, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Poster Presentation: Effects of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) on Osteoblastic Cell vitro, The University of Hong Kong – Peking University School of Stomatology Conjoint Scientific Sessions 2009 2009;
Yang Y, Tan YY, Chin A, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) and Medicinal Herb Salvia Miltiorrhiza (SM) on Osteoblastic Cell Activities, The University of Hong Kong – Peking University School of Stomatology Conjoint Scientific Sessions 2009 2009;
Yang Y, Ren YX, Zeng XL. Retrospective study on anterior open bite or incomplete overbite secondary to condylar resorption, Inaugural Conjoint Dental Scientific Meeting of the University of Hong Kong and Wuhan University 2008;
Li XT, Cui L, Yang Y, Zhang D, Fu MK. Age effects on osteoclasts in retention after orthodontic tooth movement, The 6th Asian Pacific Orthodontic Conference (APOC) 2008;
Cui L, Yang Y, Li XT, Zhang D, Fu MK. Effects of fluid shear stress on expressions of RANKL, OPG and OCN in MLO-Y4 osteocyte-like cells, 8th Orthodontic Conference of China 2007;
Li XT, Cui L, Yang Y, Zhang D, Fu MK. Osteoclastic activity and age effect during orthodontic retention in rats, The 8th Orthodontic Conference of China 2007;
Li XT, Cui L, Yang Y, Zhang D. Osteoclastic activity during retention after orthodontic tooth movement in rats, The Cross-Strait Four Regions Orthodontic Conference 2006;
Zhang D, Yang Y, Li XT, Yang Y, Fu MK. Cbfa1 is involved in differentiation of hPDLCs induced by mechanical stress, The 84th General Session & Exhibition of the IADR and the 1st Meeting of the Pan-Asian-Pacific Federation 2006;
Yang Y, Zeng XL. Juvenile condylar resorption and orthodontic treatment, The Cross-Strait Four Regions Orthodontic Conference 2006;
Meng K, Zhang D, Li XT, Yang Y, Fu MK, Gao CZ. A Comparative Study of Multi-loop Edgewise Arch Wire and Nickel-titanium Wire in vivo and in vitro, The Cross-Strait Four Regions Orthodontic Conference 2006;
Zhang D, Li XT, Yang Y, Yang Y, Fu MK. Serial Studies about Biological Changes of Human Periodontal Ligament Cells, The International Biennial Meeting of The Multiloop Edgewise Arch Wire Technic and Research Foundation 2005;
Zhang D, Li XT, Yang Y, Yang Y, Fu MK. Serial Studies about Biological Changes of Human Periodontal Ligament Cells Induced by Mechanical Stress, The 5th Asian-Pacific Orthodontic Conference 2005;
Yang Y, Zeng XL. The Juvenile Idiopathic Condylar Resorption and Orthodontic Treatment, The 5th Asian-Pacific Orthodontic Conference 2005;
Li XT, Zhang D, Ren YJ, Yang Y, Fu MK. Age Related Differences of OPG Expression and Cytokine Levels in Initial Orthodontic Bone Remodeling, The 5th Annual Meeting of IADA Chinese Division & 2nd International Symposium on Stomotology 2004;
Zhang D, Yang Y, Li XT, Fu MK. Human Periodontal Ligament Cells Express Osteoblast-like Characters by Induction, The 5th Annual Meeting of IADA Chinese Division & 2nd International Symposium on Stomotology 2004;
Li XT, Zhang D, Ren YJ, Yang Y, Fu MK. Age-related differences of osteoprotegerin expression in orthodontic bone remodeling, The 2nd International Conference on Bone and Mineral Research & 4th International Osteoprosis Symposium 2004;
Zhang D, Yang Y, Li XT, Fu MK. Effects of mechanical stress on the differentiation of hPDLCs, The 7th National Conference of Orthodontics 2003;
Li XT, Zhang D, Yang Y, Fu MK. Age effect on expression of OPG in periodontal tissue during orthodontic tooth movement, The 7th National Conference of Orthodontics 2003;
Yang Y, Zhang D, Li XT, Fu MK. Expression of OPG and RANKL in hPDLCs and effects of 1alpha, 25(OH)2 vitamin D3, The 7th National Conference of Orthodontics 2003;
Book
Li X, Zhao H, Liu Y, Yang Y(Eds.). Atlas of wire bending in orthodontic treatment (In Chinese). Beijing: People's Medical Publishing House; 2010.
Yang Y. Orthodontic Clinical Symposium. Beijing: 人民卫生出版社; 2009.
Yang Y(Eds.). Case selection from the membership in orthodontics for the royal college of surgeons of Edinburgh. : 2007.
Yang Y(Eds.). Strategy for complex orthodontic cases. : 2007.
Yang Y(Eds.). Textbook of orthodontics. : People's Medical Publishing House (PMPH).; 2007.
Book Chapter
Rabie ABM, Yang Y, Wong RWK. Treatment of periodontally compromised patients . Clinical orthodontics: Current concepts, goals and mechanics (2nd edition). New Delhi: Reed Elsevier India Private Limited; 2015:310-324.
Yang Y, Chai L, Zhang D, Rabie ABM. Effects of medicinal herb salvia miltiorrhiza on bone cell activities . Herbs: Cultivation, Medicinal Uses and Environmental Concerns. New York: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.; 2012:103-113.
Yang Y, Chai L, Li XT, Zhang D, Rabie ABM. Osteocalcin expression in cells : recent research in dentistry . Osteocalcin : production, regulation and disease. New York, NY: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.; 2012:43-52.
Yang Y, Zhu S, Li XT. 戴用固定矫治器阶段常用丝和作用曲的弯制 . 口腔正畸治疗常用弓丝弯制技术. 北京市: 人民卫生出版社; 2010:35-87.
Zhu S, Yang Y, Zhao H, Liu Y. 舌侧正畸治疗常用弓丝的弯制 . 口腔正畸治疗常用弓丝弯制技术. 北京市: 人民卫生出版社; 2010:107-126.
Rabie ABM, Yang Y, Wong RWK. Treatment of periodontally compromised patients . Clinical orthodontics: current concepts, goals and mechanics. [London]: Elsevier Health Sciences; 2010:289-304.
Yang Y. 减数上下颌第一双尖牙矫治前牙反（牙合）随访3.5年 . 口腔正畸病例集. 北京: 人民卫生出版社; 2009:163-165.
Yang Y. Two-phase treatment for a class II division 1 case with 4 years follow-up . 口腔正畸病例集. 北京: 人民卫生出版社; 2009:95-99.
Yang Y. 先天缺失2颗下切牙上颌减数第一双尖牙矫治深覆盖深覆（牙合）猞随访3.5年 . 口腔正畸病例集. 北京: 人民卫生出版社; 2009:276-278.
Yang Y, Li XT. Correction of anterior deep bite with posterior lingual crossbite by extraction of wisdom tooth germ with 2.5 years follow-up (case) . 口腔正畸病例集. 北京: 人民卫生出版社; 2009:224-227.
Yang Y. Maxillary Canine-First Premolar Transposition in the Permanent Dentition (Case) . 口腔正畸病例集. 北京: 人民卫生出版社; 2009:47-49.
Yang Y. Headgear-Activator followed by fixed appliance for class II division 1 . Case selection from the membership in orthodontics for the royal college of surgeons of Edinburgh. Peking University Medical Press.; 2008:3-17.
Yang Y. Orthodontics and temporomandibular disorders . Strategy for complex orthodontic cases. People’s Medical Publishing House.; 2008:157-190.
Yang Y. Non-extraction treatment of Class III malocclusion in early permanent dentition . Case selection from the membership in orthodontics for the royal college of surgeons of Edinburgh. Peking University Medical Press.; 2008:129-136.
Yang Y, Chen S. Impression and study models in orthodontic clinic . Textbook of orthodontics. People’s Medical Publishing House.; 2008:105-111.
Yang Y, Zhu SJ. Treatment of Moderate Nonskeletal Problems in Preadolescent Children. . Contemporary Orthodontics (Chinese Version). People’s Military Medical Press.; 2008:.
Hu W, Lu HP, Yang Y. Anchorage and anchorage control in orthodontics . Textbook of orthodontics. People’s Medical Publishing House.; 2008:314-327.
Yang Y, Zhu SJ. Orthopedic appliance . Textbook of orthodontics. People’s Medical Publishing House.; 2008:249-264.
Chen DP, Yang Y, Zhu SJ. Functional appliance . Textbook of orthodontics. People’s Medical Publishing House.; 2008:268-274.

Honours and Awards
2019. Leung MYY, Tsui WKI, Yang Y, McGrath CPJ. Best Poster Award: 2019 Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium, Hong Kong, August 1-4, 2019.
2019. Ho CH, Yang Y, Gu M. Awarded as Outstanding for the Poster Presentation: 2019 Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium, Hong Kong, August 1-4, 2019.
2018. Tsang KT, Yang Y, Wong TY, Gu M. Certificate of Achievement of In recognition of the excellent demonstration as Candidate of Finalist: The 32nd IADR-SEA Division Annual Scientific meeting, Da Nang, Vietnam, September 13-14, 2018.
2017. LIAO C, Zhang C, Jin L, Yang Y. Nomination of IADR Bernard G. Sarnat Award in Craniofacial Biology, IADR/APR General Session & Exhibition. IL-17A and shear stress modulate osteoclastogenesis/osteogenesis in bone cells.: The 95th General Session of the International Association for Dental Research, Mar 22- 25, 2017, San Francisco, USA..
2015. Yang Y. Faculty Teaching Award 2015, Faculty of Dentistry: The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme (2015).
2014. REN C, McGrath CPJ, Yang Y. Best Poster Award, Congress of the International Society for Oral Laser Applications, Beijing, China. An overview of the parameters of low-level diode laser therapy in orthodontic pain management.: The 8th Congress of the International Society for Oral Laser Applications.
2014. Sum FHKMH, Zhang L, Ling HTB, Yeung CPW, Li KY, Wong HM, Yang Y. Best Poster Award, The 4th Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium (HKIDEAS), Hong Kong. Effects of breastfeeding on primary occlusal development in Hong Kong children.: Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium (HKIDEAS).
2013. Yang Y, Ho CH, Lu J, Bridges SM. The 2nd prize Poster Presentation Award of the 24th SEAADE Annual Meeting, Bangkok, Thailand. Effects of students' perceptions on their learning efficacy using e-models: 24th Annual Scientific Meeting, SE Asia Association for Dental Education (SEAADE).
2013. Yang Y, Chu CH, Ma KN, So SYT, Wong YS, Lee PC, Zhong C, Chan J, Chan TCL, Li TY, Wong KCK, Chow KKC, Yung KKH. Faculty Knowledge Exchange (KE) Award 2013: Improving children's oral health and development by terminating poor oral habits and promoting healthy one: The University of Hong Kong.
2013. Bridges SM, Yiu CKY, Botelho MG, Lo ECM, Tsang PCS, Watt RM, Yang Y, Wong JW. Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry": The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012), 問題為本學習方法2.0：牙醫學院網上學習方案.
2012. Wong HM, Yang Y. Best Poster Presentation Award of the 23nd SEAADE Annual Meeting, Hong Kong. Changes in first year dental students’ readiness for self-directed learning in a problem-based learning curriculum.: South-East Asia Association For Dental Education.
2011. Wong HM, Yang Y, Bridges SM. Best Poster Presentation Award of the 22nd SEAADE Annual Meeting, Singapore. Attitude changes in problem-based learning between the 1st and 2nd academic year in dental students.: South-East Asia Association For Dental Education.
2010. Tan YY, Yang Y, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) on Osteoblastic Cells in vitro: Houston Poster Award - the 86th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society, Portoroz, Slovenia, June 15-19, 2010.
2010. Yang Y, Chin A, Tan YY, Chai L, Wong RWK, Rabie ABM. Effects of VEGF and medicinal herb SM on bone cells: Honourable Mention Award of poster presentation at the 1st Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium (HKIDEAS), Hong Kong, 18-20 June 2010.
2007. Yang Y. Excellent teaching performance and skills: Peking University School of Stomatology.
2006. Yang Y. Outstanding PhD Thesis: Peking University.
2005. Yang Y. Best Oral Presentation in 11th Annual Scientific Meeting: Peking University School of Stomatology.
2003. Yang Y. Best Oral Presentation in 9th Annual Scientific Meeting: Peking University School of Stomatology.

Editorships
2016: Editorial board member of Chinese Journal of Orthodontics (Published by Chinese Stomatological Association; the top journal in orthodontics in China). .
2015: Editorial board member of Journal of Dentistry & Oral Disorders. .
2015: Editorial board member of Austin Journal of Dentistry. .
2014: Editorial board member of Dentistry-Open Journal. .
2014: Editorial board member of Journal of Oral Science and Health. .
2014: Editorial board member of International Journal of Dentistry and Oral Science. .
2010: Atlas of wire bending in orthodontic treatment. .
2009: Editor. Orthodontic Clinical Symposium.
2007: Editor. Chinese Journal of Orthodontics.
2007: Associate editor-in-chief. Strategy for complex orthodontic cases.
2007: Case selection from the membership in orthodontics for the royal college of surgeons of Edinburgh, Editor. .
2007: Assistant editor-in-chief. Textbook of orthodontics.

Knowledge Exchange
28 February 2018: Yang Yanqi, Woo HK. Service 100 Fund: Development of a Periodontal Health Screening Smart Phone App with the Use of Artificial Intelligence.
22 January 2018: Yang Yanqi. Interview with the Apollonian on topic of "Reasons why some children must have braces".
16 June 2017: Yang Yanqi. Poster presentation of Health Care and Promotion Fund project on Health Research Symposium 2017.
04 May 2017: Yang Yanqi, Gu Min, Lam Yu Hang Walter. Interview with iCable on "3D scanning technology and aesthetic orthodontics" .
14 July 2016: Gu Min, Yang Yanqi. Press release: Craniofacial and Dental Features May Hold the Key to Diagnosis of Daytime Sleepiness in Adolescents.
24 May 2016: Yang Yanqi, Leung Wai Keung. Interview with Next Media about oral health of pregnant ladies.
11 May 2016: Yang Yanqi. Article for AM730 Newspaper about "Do Braces Hurt?".
18 December 2015: Yang Yanqi, H Sum. Press conference on "Breastfeeding benefits dental occlusal development in young children" which was assessed by CPAO as good example of sharing to public (KE).
28 October 2015: Yang Yanqi. Article for AM730 Newspaper about "What types of braces are available for adults?".
13 October 2015: Yang Yanqi. Interview with RTHK Healthpedia on "Orthodontic treatment for adults".
06 October 2015: Yang Yanqi. Interview with RTHK Healthpedia on "Dental Braces".
31 March 2015: Yang Yanqi. Interview with Mingpao about orthodontic treatment.
18 March 2015: Yang Yanqi. Article for AM730 Newspaper about "When should one begin wearing braces".
15 December 2014: Yang Yanqi. Interview with Next Media about orthodontic treatment.
15 April 2014: Yang Yanqi. Faculty-NGO Mixer evening.
29 January 2014: Yang Yanqi. Dental Faculty Student KE experience sharing session.
30 September 2013: Yang Yanqi, Wai Ling TSE. 2013/14 Student KE Project Grant Mentor: KE-SP-2013/14-10: Getting to Know More — Oral Health Consultations for Kindergarten Children and Their Parents (HK$20,000).
04 September 2013: Yang Yanqi. KE Newsletter story: "Protecting Babies' Teeth".
01 July 2013: Yang Yanqi, Chu Chun Hung, Ma Kwan Ning, So Stephanie Yuen Ting, Wong Yau Sing, Lee Alex Pui Chung, Zhong Chao, Chan Janet Sei Min, Chan Tiffany Chi Lok, Li Tsz Yan, Wong Chi Kin Kenneth, Chow Ka Chun Kenneth, Yung Kai Hay Kenneth. Faculty Knowledge Exchange Award 2013 (Faculty of Dentistry) for 'Improving children's oral health and development by terminating poor oral habits and promoting healthy ones' .
20 March 2013: Yang Yanqi. Dental Faculty "Oral Health Info Desk" for World Oral Health Day.
15 January 2013: Yang Yanqi. Interview with phoenix TV on “Orthodontic treatment for young and adult patients”.
16 November 2012: Yang Yanqi, Chan Janet Sei Min, Chan Tiffany Chi Lok, Wong Chi Kin Kenneth, Chow Ka Chun Kenneth, Yung Kai Hay Kenneth, Li Tsz Yan. 2012/13 Student KE Project Grant Mentor: KE-SP-2012/13-13: Becoming "babywise" ---- Oral health knowledge education among parents of infants (HK$15,000).
30 August 2012: Yang Yanqi, Wong Ricky Wing Kit, Tang Alexander Tin Hong. 2012/13 KE Impact Project Funding: KE-IP-2012/13-26: Oral Health Education Kit for Orthodontic Patients (HK$81,000).
18 June 2012: Yang Yanqi. Interview with Oriental Press on “Tooth size and nutrition”.
14 November 2011: Yang Yanqi, Ma Kwan Ning, So Stephanie Yuen Ting, Wong Yau Sing, Lee Alex Pui Chung, Zhong Chao. 2011/12 Student KE Project Grant Mentor: KE-SP-2011/12-9: Promotion of children's oral health through knowledge-building among ante-natal women (HK$20,000).
21 September 2010: Yang Yanqi. Interview with Metro Daily about research on “Effects of vascular endothelial growth factor on bone remodeling”.
08 September 2010: Yang Yanqi. Interview with Sing Tao Daily about research on “Effects of vascular endothelial growth factor on bone remodeling”.

Professional Societies
19/1/2015-present: Trainer. Specialty Board in Orthodontics, the Council of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong.
10/2016-present: Examiner. Examiner of Membership of Orthodontics of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
10/2011-present: Membership. American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
08/2003-present: Membership. Chinese Stomatological Association.
07/2014-6/2016: Committee member. Hong Kong Society of Orthodontists.
06/2018-present: Fellowship. International College of Dentist.
04/2018-present: Trainer. Specialty Board in Paediatric Dentistry, the Council of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong.
04/2013-present: Fellowship. The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
03/2018-present: Membership. American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association.
03/2005-present: Membership. World Federation of Orthodontists.
03/2005-present: Membership. Hong Kong Society of Orthodontists.
02/2011-present: Membership. International Association of Dental Research (IADR).
02/2009-present: Membership. Chinese Orthodontic Society.
01/2019-12/2020: Board member. Specialty Board in Orthodontics, the Council of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong.
01/2008-present: Membership. Hong Kong Dental Association.
01/2005-present: Membership. The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Grants
Project Title: Does modulation of Eph-ephrin signalling help treated periodontium recover from previous inflammatory status?
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2019
Amount: HKD895657
Principal Investigator: Dr Yang, Yanqi
Co-investigator(s): Professor Jin Lijian, Professor Graves Dana T., Professor Matsuo Koichi
Project Title: Life course approach to identification of developmental determinants of facial fluctuating asymmetry assessed by three-dimensional geometric morphometrics
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2019
Amount: HKD890791
Principal Investigator: Dr Wong, Hai Ming
Co-investigator(s): Dr Wen Yi Feng, Dr Yang Yanqi, Dr Zeng Ling Xia
Project Title: Three-dimensional geometric morphometric analyses of dental arch development associated with dynamic changes in adiposity status
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2018
Amount: HKD600000
Principal Investigator: Dr Wong, Hai Ming
Co-investigator(s): Professor McGrath Colman, Dr Yang Yanqi
Project Title: Does inflammation affect periodontal cell communication through Eph-ephrin under mechanical loading?
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2013
Amount: HKD606223
Principal Investigator: Dr Yang, Yanqi
Co-investigator(s): Professor Jin Lijian, Professor Zhang Chengfei, Professor Matsuo Koichi
Project Title: A randomized controlled trial of a laser-aided orthodontic treatment for patients with periodontitis
Grant Type: Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Funding Year: 2013
Amount: HKD865444
Principal Investigator: Dr Yang, Yanqi
Co-investigator(s): Professor Jin Lijian, Professor McGrath Colman, Professor Zhang Chengfei, Dr Chau Cheuk Man
Project Title: Childhood risk factors for delayed eruption of permanent teeth
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2012
Amount: HKD524356
Principal Investigator: Dr Wong, Hai Ming
Co-investigator(s): Dr Yang Yanqi, Professor McGrath Colman
Project Title: Terminating poor oral habits of preschool-aged children
Grant Type: Health Care and Promotion Scheme - Research Grant Projects
Funding Year: 2011
Amount: HKD300000
Principal Investigator: Dr Yang, Yanqi
Co-investigator(s): Professor Chu Chun Hung
Project Title: Distraction osteogenesis versus sagittal split osteotomy for correction of retrognathic mandible  which is better?
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2010
Amount: HKD**
Principal Investigator: Professor Cheung, Lim Kwong
Co-investigator(s): Professor Chow Kwok Wing, Dr Yang Yanqi, Dr Lo John, Professor McGrath Colman, Dr Chua Hannah Daile Phoa, Professor Ho Mun Yin Samuel

Invited Lectures and Keynote Speeches
01 August 2019: Where are we in the era of digital dentistry? Invited lecture. 2019 Hong Kong International Dental Expo and Symposium, Hong Kong, August 1-4, 2019.
01 December 2018: What are the risks in orthodontic treatment? Invited speech. 1st Orthodontics Conference of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the 30th Anniversary Ceremony of Department of Orthodontics, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, 13-14 Dec, 2018, Guangzhou, P.R.China.
01 May 2018: The teaching, research and clinic in HKU Dentistry, Invited lecture. Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, P.R. China, May 17, 2018.
01 February 2018: Impacted Maxillary Canine: Early detection, diagnosis and appropriate care. Monthly Meeting of Hong Kong Dental Association, Feb 7, 2018, Hong Kong.
01 November 2017: What does mechanical force affect Eph/ephrin signalling in periodontal ligament cells? Invited speech. The 1st World Congress of Biomedical Engineering-2017, Nov 9-11, 2017, Xi'an, China.
01 November 2017: Periodontal Ligament Cells’ involvement of bone remodeling via Eph/ephrin Signaling under Mechanical Force. Invited speech. BIT's 11th World Congress of Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cell, Nov 14-16, 2017, Singapore.
01 September 2017: Impacted Maxillary Canine: Early Detection, Diagnosis and Appropriate Care, invited speech. 2017 China International Orthodontic Conference and the 16th Annual Meeting of Chinese Orthodontic Society, Sept 17-21, 2017, Shanghai, China.
01 September 2017: Role of Interleukin-17 in bone modelling. Invited speech. 2017 China International Orthodontic Conference and the 16th Annual Meeting of Chinese Orthodontic Society, Sept 17-21, 2017, Shanghai, China.
01 November 2016: Talk about treatment of impacted teeth.. Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Orthodontic New Technique Forum, Nov 21-23, 2016, Guangzhou, P.R.China.
01 October 2016: Evidence-based orthodontic risks.. 2016 China International Orthodontic Conference and the 15th Annual Session of Chinese Orthodontic Society, Oct 10-14, 2016, Xi’an, China.
01 August 2016: Mini-screw anchorage. Invited lecture, ShenYang Hospital of Stomatology, Shenyang, P.R. China, Aug 2-4, 2016.
01 June 2016: Pre-congress workshop: Orthodontic Dental Diagnosis with Virtual Models. The 38th Asia Pacific Dental Congress, Jun 17-19, 2016, Hong Kong.
01 February 2016: Impacted canine. Membership in General Dentistry Training Programme 2016, Feb 28, 2016, Hong Kong.
01 November 2015: Different effects of "Pathological" vs "Physiological" inflammation on bone remodelling. BIT's 6th Annual World Gene Convention-2015, Nov 13-16, 2015, Qingdao, China.
01 April 2015: Impacted maxillary canine: early detection, diagnosis and appropriate care. 2015 Spring Scientific Meeting of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong, April 26, 2015, Hong Kong.
01 February 2015: Cephalometry. Invited lecture, ShenYang Hospital of Stomatology, Shenyang, P.R. China, 17 Feb 2015.
01 November 2014: What Happened to the Periodontal Ligament Cells under Mechanical Loading?. Invited lecture, Annual World Congress of Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells, Haikou, 13~16 Nov 2014.
01 August 2014: Growth and development of jaws. Invited lecture, ShenYang Hospital of Stomatology, Shenyang, P.R. China, 5 Aug 2014.
01 October 2013: The Role of VEGF in bone formation. BIT's 6th Annual World Congress of Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells 2013, Dalian, China, 12-14 Oct, 2013.
01 August 2013: PBL2.0: Infusing Educational Technologies for Synchronous Blended Inquiry. Selected key topic presentation., 39th ADEE Annual General Meeting.
01 July 2013: Risks in Orthodontics. Invited lecture, ShenYang Hospital of Stomatology, Shenyang, P.R. China, 25 July 2013.
01 May 2013: Invited speech: Risks in orthodontic treatment. Forsila LG 2013: Dental update to improve quality of life, Semarang, Indonesia, May 17-18, 2013.
01 December 2012: E-models: a new mode of dental records.. Invited lecture, Institute of Odontology, Faculty of Health Schience, University of Copenhagen, Denmark, 4 Dec 2012.
01 December 2012: Risks in orthodontic treatment. Invited lecture, Institute of Odontology, Faculty of Health Schience, University of Copenhagen, Denmark, 4 Dec 2012.
01 December 2010: Finishing and detailing in orthodontic treatment. The 1st Global Congress of Chinese Dentists, Xiamen, Dec 1-4.
01 February 2010: What make teeth move orthodontically?. The 7th International Orthodontic Congress, Sydney, Australia, 5-10 Feb.
01 November 2009: Electronic study models-a new mode of approved records. Advances in High-tech Dentistry 2009 Continuing Education, Jointly Organized by the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong and Faculty of Dentistry HKU, 15 Nov.
01 April 2008: Cephalometrics. Orthodontic Training Course, the Continuing Education Program of Chinese Stomatological Association, Shanghai.
01 April 2008: Typodont. Orthodontic Training Course, the Continuing Education Program of Chinese Stomatological Association, Shanghai.

HKU Committee Appointments
17 September 2007-16 September 2011: Faculty of Dentistry, Board of the. The teachers who are members of the Faculty and who are full-time employees of the University