Korean J Orthod.  2005 Apr;35(2):153-161.

Use of corticotomy for canine and molar retraction

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, Wonkwang University, Shinyong-Dong 344-2, Iksan, Jeonbuk, Korea. sangkim@wonkwang.ac.kr

Abstract

Tooth movement facilitated by corticotomy and distraction osteogenesis was discussed. In this study, a portion of cortical bone which can provide resistance to tooth movement in alveolar bone was removed. Active bone deposition was then possible in the tension side. Teeth moved at such a speedy rate as we could not imagine from conventional orthodontic treatment, which lead to the reduction of the total treatment period. Posterior movement of the canine or molar teeth was possible without any side effects such as anchorage loss, root resorption or periodontal breakdown.

Keyword

Corticotomy; Distraction osteogenesis; Canine retraction

MeSH Terms

Molar*
Osteogenesis, Distraction
Root Resorption
Tooth
Tooth Movement
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