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Effect of orthodontic treatment on alveolar bone thickness in adults: a systematic review
Michelle Sendyk1, Daniele Sigal Linhares1, Claudio Mendes Pannuti2
1Universidade de São Paulo, Departamento de Ortodontia e Odontopediatria, Divisão de Ortodontia (São Paulo/SP, Brazil).
Objectives:
This review aimed at evaluating changes in alveolar bone thickness after completion of orthodontic treatment.
Methods:
Only prospective clinical studies that reported bone thickness in adult patients undergoing non-surgical orthodontic treatment were considered eligible. MEDLINE, EMBASE and LILACS databases were searched for articles published up to July 2018.
Results:
A total of 12 studies met the selected criteria. Most of the studies showed that orthodontic treatment produces a reduction in bone thickness of incisors, mainly at the palatal side.
Conclusion:
On patients undergoing different orthodontic treatment techniques, there was a significant bone thickness reduction, mainly on the palatal side.
Clinical Relevance:
These findings are relevant and have to be considered in diagnosis and planning of tooth movement, in order to prevent the occurrence of dehiscence and fenestration in alveolar bone.
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