ArticleJournal of orthodontic science2026
Efficiency and three-dimensional effects of maxillary canine distalization using Blue Elgiloy T-loop mechanics: A prospective study.
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Abstract
backgroundControlled maxillary canine distalization is biomechanically challenging due to the long root and proximity to the buccal cortical plate. Although frictionless T-loop mechanics are widely used, clinical evidence focusing on Blue Elgiloy alloys assessed with three-dimensional imaging remains limited.
methodsThis prospective study included 20 patients contributing 61 maxillary canines. Canine distalization was performed using frictionless Blue Elgiloy T-loop mechanics with miniscrew anchorage. The primary outcome was assessed by measuring the R3-miniscrew distance at baseline (T0), 6 weeks (T1), 12 weeks (T2), and 18 weeks (T3). Secondary outcomes, including canine root length, alveolar bone height, root-buccal cortex distance, and buccolingual inclination, were evaluated using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) at T0 and T3.
resultsA significant and progressive reduction in the R3-miniscrew distance was observed over 18 weeks (all
conclusionsBlue Elgiloy T-loop mechanics achieved effective and progressive maxillary canine distalization with satisfactory three-dimensional control. Chewing preference was significantly associated with distalization efficiency (ΔR3), highlighting the potential influence of functional factors on orthodontic tooth movement.
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