Description
It has been reported that vibration, lasers and modifying the alveolar bone can expedite orthodontic tooth movement. However, it remains debatable whether these methods affect the long-term rate of orthodontic tooth movement and whether these methods produce a greater rate of tooth movement than placebo. In this lecture, we will review the current evidence, proposed biological mechanisms and potential side effects of accelerated tooth movement procedures.
Learning Objectives:
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Determine the efficacy of accelerated orthodontic tooth movement methods.
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Recognize the biological mechanism behind accelerated orthodontic tooth movement.
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Identify potential side effects of Accelerated tooth movement procedures.
Speaker(s):
- Sunil
Wadhwa,
DDS, CertOrtho, PhD,
Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
Disclosures
- Sunil Wadhwa, DDS, CertOrtho, PhD : Financial Interest (Grants/Research Support: Align Technology; Other: Educational Grant Review)
