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Evaluation of the Rate of En-masse Retraction in Orthodontic Patients With Maxillary Protrusion

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Bimaxillary Protrusion
Interventions
Procedure: Power chain and Crimpable hook for En-Masse Retraction
Procedure: T- Loop
Registration Number
NCT04902430
Lead Sponsor
Future University in Egypt
Brief Summary

There's a scarcity in literature concerning en-masse retraction and its effect on the rate of tooth movement. The purpose of this study is to determine, In orthodontic patients with maxillary protrusion, which form of mechanics in en-masse retraction offers a faster rate of retraction; Friction or Frictionless Mechanics.

Detailed Description

The en-masse technique can be done in one of two ways: through friction or frictionless mechanics. Both are viable options, but, ideally, we want to retract and complete the orthodontic treatment as quickly as possible, in order to decrease the negative effects that may occur during treatment. Which of these mechanics results in a decreased treatment time is still up for debate.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
30
Inclusion Criteria
  • Adults and Adolescent patients (both genders)
  • Age range (14-24)
  • Patients with maxillary protrusion requiring first premolars extraction (Bimaxillary Protrusion or Class II division 1 cases).
  • Patients with fully erupted permanent teeth (not necessarily including the third molar).
  • Cases requiring maximum anchorage during retraction.
  • Good general and oral health
Exclusion Criteria
  • Patients suffering from any systemic diseases interfering with tooth movement.
  • Patients with extracted or missing permanent teeth. (except for third molars).
  • Patients with badly decayed teeth.
  • Patients with any parafunctional habits (i.e. Bruxism, tongue thrusting, mouth breathing, etc...).
  • Patients with previous orthodontic treatment

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
En-Masse Retraction using sliding mechanics (Friction)Power chain and Crimpable hook for En-Masse Retraction6 anterior teeth (en-Masse) retracted using a crimpable hook distal to the upper lateral incisor and a power chain
En-Masse Retraction using segmental mechanics (Frictionless)T- Loop6 anterior teeth (en-Masse) retracted using a T- loop
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Retraction RateFrom pre to post retraction (an average of 6 - 8 months)

The antero-posterior movement of anterior teeth and first molars will be assessed by measuring the digitilized study models taken of the patients monthly (measured in mm)

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Pain of interventionFrom pre to post retraction/intervention (an average of 6 - 8 months)

Each patient will fill a questionnaire regarding his treatment experience in a VAS scoring from 1-10

Anchorage LossFrom pre to post retraction (an average of 6 - 8 months)

Digitilized dental models taken before and after the completion of retraction will be measured by identifying landmarks and reference lines and planes (measured in mm)

Molar RotationFrom pre to post retraction (an average of 6 - 8 months)

Study models that are taken pre and post retraction (then digitilized) will be used to assess the rotation of the maxillary first molars in relation to a reference line (measurement of the angles in degrees)

Anterior teeth torque, extrusion/intrusionFrom pre to post retraction (an average of 6 - 8 months)

The principle investigator will examine pre and post lateral cephalometric radiographs in relation to lines and reference planes (measurements in degrees and mm)

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Future University in Egypt

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New Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

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