Creative biomechanics for complex cases
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Seminars in Orthodontics
Abstract
Orthodontic biomechanics play a crucial role in achieving successful outcomes, especially in complex cases requiring precise control of tooth movements. This article explores force system analysis based on the moments and forces around the center of resistance and emphasizes traditional and contemporary approaches in orthodontic biomechanics, focusing on key tooth movements such as bite opening, space closure, retraction, protraction, intrusion, and extrusion. In complex borderline cases involving nonsurgical treatment, this article addresses the significance of total arch distalization for maximum retraction, total arch intrusion for vertical control, total arch extrusion for enhancing maxillary incisor display, lever arm mechanics for achieving incisor torque control, and total arch protraction for improving the maxillary incisor show. Patient-specific factors, efficient biomechanics, and a comprehensive understanding of the limitations of treatment modalities are emphasized in pursuit of optimal orthodontic outcomes.
First Page
591
Last Page
601
DOI
10.1053/j.sodo.2024.04.011
Publication Date
12-1-2024
Recommended Citation
Liaw, Johnny JL; Park, Jae Hyun; Shih, Irene YH; Yang, Stella YH; and Liao, Wendy WT, "Creative biomechanics for complex cases" (2024). ASDOH Faculty Publications. 410.
https://scholarworks.atsu.edu/asdoh-faculty/410