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Comparison of Corticotomy and Micro-Osteoperforation During Canine Retraction

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Malocclusion, Class I/II
Registration Number
NCT04999150
Lead Sponsor
University of Puerto Rico
Brief Summary

Corticotomy and micro-osteoperforation (MOP) have been proven to accelerate tooth movement and shorten orthodontic treatment time, compared to conventional treatment. MOP is less invasive; however, it is unclear whether it is as effective as a corticotomy. The purpose of this study was to compare the maxillary canine retraction achieved by these techniques.

Detailed Description

Thirteen patients (5 females, 8 males; mean age, 18.07±6.74 years) with healthy permanent dentition requiring the extraction of maxillary first premolars were included in a split-mouth randomized clinical trial. Subjects with previous orthodontic or endodontic treatment of canines were excluded. At least 3 months post-extraction, MOPs, and corticotomies were performed distal to the canines. Mini-screws with closed-coil springs (150g) were used for canine retraction. Dental casts were attained at baseline (T0) and 3 months post-intervention (T1). Calibrated examiners measured the distances from the canine to the second premolar on both sides. A Signed-rank sum test was used to compare canine retraction achieved in 3 months (T0-T1) in two sides

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
13
Inclusion Criteria
  • Healthy permanent dentition requiring the extraction of maxillary first premolars with less than 8mm of maxillary anterior crowding
Exclusion Criteria
  • Previous orthodontic or endodontic treatment of the canines

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Canine retraction3 months

Amount of tooth movement (in mm) attained by the maxillary canines after retracting them

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

UPR Medical Sciences Campus

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San Juan, Puerto Rico

UPR Medical Sciences Campus
🇵🇷San Juan, Puerto Rico

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