Abstract
The acceleration of orthodontic tooth movement due to alveolar corticotomies has been well documented in the literature. It is defined by a phenomenon of transient osteopenia named “the regional acceleratory phenomenon” by Frost. This biological mechanism has been described in studies on both humans and animals. However, other interesting effects in orthodontics are associated with alveolar corticotomies: higher amplitude of tooth movements, a decrease of the root resorptions and an increase of stability after orthodontic treatment.
Highlights
The indications for orthodontic treatments in adults are constantly increasing
The exchange between practitioners will allow the orthodontist and the oral surgeon to coordinate and take maximum advantage of the benefits of corticotomies and the various effects mentioned above. They will discuss the best choice of decortication scheme[13] and add dental avulsions or osteotomies to the protocol according to the clinical case and the desired orthodontic movements
The addition of alveolar corticotomies during orthodontic treatment allows for a reduction in the duration of treatment, an effect well known to orthodontists
Summary
The indications for orthodontic treatments in adults are constantly increasing. These treatments make it possible to correct—both functionally and esthetically—dentofacial harmony. Such orthodontic treatments often require long durations, and pose the risk of more serious complications at the dentoperiodontal level (increased risk of root resorptions and periodontal recessions are a risk of orthodontic treatment). Various techniques for accelerating orthodontic dental displacement have been proposed to overcome this problem of Address for correspondence: Article received: 24-10-2017.
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