ArticleBMC oral health2024
Tip, torque and rotation of maxillary molars during distalization using Invisalign: a CBCT study.
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- [Advancements in biomechanics and orthodontic strategies for clear aligner therapy].Hua xi kou qiang yi xue za zhi = Huaxi kouqiang yixue zazhi = West China journal of stomatology · 2026Pooled it
- Effectiveness and accuracy of clear aligners in non-extraction Class II correction: a systematic review of maxillary molar distalization and rotation in the permanent dentition.The Angle orthodontist · 2025Pooled it
- Clinical Outcomes of Sequential Distalization with Clear Aligners: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Dentistry journal · 2026Review
- Beyond Sagittal and Vertical: Transverse Constriction as a Feature of the Collapsed Arch in Angle Class II Post-Extraction Retreatment Patients: A Retrospective CBCT Pilot Study.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- CBCT assessment of maxillary molar distalization and root length changes during clear aligner therapy.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Thickness-dependent biomechanical accuracy of additively manufactured and thermoformed orthodontic aligners: an in vitro comparative study.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Biomechanical effects of attachment designs in maxillary first molar mesialization with clear aligners: a finite element study.Progress in orthodontics · 2025Article
- Maxillary molar distalization with invisalign in adult patients: a preliminary study using iTero-created digital models.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- Effect of clear aligners on distalization of maxillary first molars in mixed dentition and early permanent dentition: a retrospective study.Clinical oral investigations · 2025Article
- Effectiveness of modified clear aligner designs in mesialization of permanent molars: a typodont model study.Frontiers in dental medicine · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundDesirable molar distalization by bodily movement is challenging and can be difficult to achieve. This study investigated changes in molar angulation (mesiodistal tipping), molar inclination (buccolingual torque) and rotation during distalization using clear aligner therapy (CAT). MATERIALS AND
methodsThis retrospective study included 38 cone beam computed tomographic images (CBCTs) taken for patients treated with molar distalization using CAT. The study evaluated pre- (T0) and post-treatment (T1) CBCTs of 19 adult patients (36.68 ± 13.50 years) who underwent maxillary molar distalization using Invisalign
resultsMolar angulation did not show significant change after distalization (p = 0.158) however, there was significant increase in buccal molar inclination (p = 0.034) and mesiobuccal molar rotation (p < 0.001).
conclusionMolar distalization of 2 mm did not cause significant molar tipping. Maxillary molars showed significant buccal inclination (increased torque) and mesiobuccal rotation after distalization.
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