Effect of Maxillary Third Molar Extraction vs. Non-extraction on Distalization of First Molars in a Group of Adolescent Patients

Effect of Maxillary Third Molar Extraction vs. Non-extraction on Distalization of First Molars in a Group of Adolescent Patients

Effect of Maxillary Third Molar Extraction vs Non-extraction on Distalization of First Molars in a Group of Adolescent Patients Using Infra-Zygomatic Gear Distalizer: A Randomized Clinical Trial

There is a scarcity in literature regarding the influence of maxillary third molar on distalization . This study aimed to compare the influence of unerupted maxillary third molars and their extraction on the bilateral distalization of upper first molars using the infra-zygomatic gear distalizer

Maxillary molar distalization is one of the non-extraction modalities for treating class II malocclusion. When distalizing maxillary molars In adults, it is not a problem to extract fully erupted third molars, and it may even be suggested that the extraction site may accommodate distalization. On the contrary, adolescents usually have unerupted third molars with partially formed roots, rendering the surgical extraction more difficult and traumatic. The necessity of surgically extracting upper third molar buds before distalization remains questionable. Therefore, this study was conducted to three-dimensionally assess the impact of maxillary third molar presence on distalizing maxillary molars in adolescent patients having Class II malocclusion.

Only the outcome assessors will be blind. The patients name will be sealed from the pre- and post-radiographs and study models. Then two assessors will carry out, blindly and independently, the measurements and analysis of the study

After surgical extraction of unerupted upper third molars, the maxillary first molars were distalized using the infra-zygomatic gear distalizer, which is anchored to infra-zygomatic mini-implants inserted in the infra-zygomatic crest.

Without extraction of unerupted upper third molars, the maxillary first molars were distalized using the infra-zygomatic gear distalizer, which is anchored to infra-zygomatic mini-implants inserted in the infra-zygomatic crest.

After surgical extraction of unerupted upper third molars, the maxillary first molars were distalized using a labial bow with two soldered crimpable hooks distal to the upper lateral incisors. The labial bow fitted in the flying tube of the upper first molar bands. It was anchored bilaterally to the infra-zygomatic mini-implant by closed coil spring that applied a force of 300gm on each side

The maxillary first molars were distalized , without extracting upper third molars, using a labial bow with two soldered crimpable hooks distal to the upper lateral incisors. The labial bow fitted in the flying tube of the upper first molar bands. It was anchored bilaterally to the infra-zygomatic mini-implant by closed coil spring that applied a force of 300gm on each side

Anteroposterior changes in the position of maxillary first molars assessed on digitized models and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes(measured in mm)

Incremental changes in the antero-posterior position of maxillary first molars assessed on digitized models taken for each patient before and after distalization and in each follow up visit. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Angular changes of maxillary first molar assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes(measurement of the angles in degrees).

vertical positional changes of maxillary first molar assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Changes in the transvers distance between the right and left upper first molars assessed on digitized models taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Study models that are taken pre and post retraction (then digitalized) will be used to assess the rotation of the maxillary first molars in relation to a reference line (measurement of the angles in degrees)

Angular changes of maxillary second molar assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes. (measured in of in degrees)

Angular changes of maxillary third molar assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measurement of the angles in degrees)

Vertical positional changes of maxillary third molar assessed on cone beam computed (measured in mm)tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks , reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Vertical positional changes of upper incisors assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Antero-posterior change in the anteroposterior position of upper incisors assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Angular changes of upper incisors assessed on cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measurement of the angles in degrees)

Antero-posterior change in the position of maxillary first and second premolars assessed on digitized models taken for each patient before and after distalization. Measurements were done by identifying landmarks, reference lines, and planes (measured in mm)

Inclusion Criteria: Adolescent patients aged 16-19 years skeletal Class I bilateral Class II molar relationship. defined by at least an end-to-end molar relationship. normal vertical growth pattern. full permanent dentition with unerupted upper third molars. Exclusion Criteria: skeletal Class II or Class III relationship. past orthodontic treatment. poor oral hygiene. Increased vertical dimension.