Evaluation of stress pattern in periodontium and change in inclination during en masse retraction: Finite element analysis

ConclusionIf controlled lingual tipping of anterior teeth is required with minimum torque loss, high OMI with low ARH is recommended, whereas if lingual root movements with retraction is required, high OMI and high ARH is recommended.

Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - August 17, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research