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Measuring Maxillary Posterior Tooth Movement: A Model Assessment using Palatal and Dental Superimposition
Published on: February 23, 2024
[Tooth mobility following treatment with removable appliances]
1Universität Ulm, Poliklinik für Kieferorthopadie, Donau.
Summary
Removable appliance therapy, used for an average of 4 years, increased tooth mobility in patients during retention compared to those untreated. This finding highlights potential long-term effects of orthodontic treatments on dental stability.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics and Dental Biomaterials
- Periodontology and Tooth Biomechanics
Context:
- Investigating the long-term effects of removable orthodontic appliances on dental stability.
- Evaluating tooth mobility as a key indicator of periodontal health post-treatment.
Purpose:
- To quantify the degree of tooth loosening (mobility) following removable appliance therapy.
- To compare tooth mobility in treated patients versus an untreated control group.
Summary:
- Patients undergoing removable appliance therapy exhibited increased tooth mobility post-treatment.
- This effect was observed during the retention phase after an average treatment duration of 4 years for males and 3.8 years for females.
- A significant difference in tooth loosening was noted when compared to a control group receiving no orthodontic intervention.
Impact:
- Findings suggest removable appliances may influence long-term dental stability and periodontal status.
- Highlights the need for monitoring tooth mobility during retention phases of orthodontic treatment.
- Informs clinical decisions regarding appliance selection and retention strategies in orthodontics.
