Effects of Mini Implant Facilitated Micro-osteoperforations on the Alignment of Mandibular Anterior Crowding

Effects of Mini Implant Facilitated Micro-osteoperforations on the Alignment of Mandibular Anterior Crowding: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

The primary aim of the present study is to evaluate the the efficacy of micro-osteoperforation (MOPs) perfomed by mini-implant (MI) screw In improving alignment of mandibular anterior teeth

Primarily the present study is designed to evaluate the efficacy of micro-osteoperation (MOPs) perfomed by mini-implant (MI) screw In improving alignment of mandibular anterior teeth. Additionally, the possibility of inducing root resorption, and patient perception of pain during the initial phase of treatment.

Subjects and Methods: Orthodontic patients aged 17-25 years old, non-extraction treatment with lower anterior crowding of 4-6 mm using Little's irregularity index. Outcome measures included the amount of crowding using Little's irregularity index (LII), apical root resorption, and pain perception. The effectiveness of alignment will be tested using t-test, while root resorption and pain perception will be tested by the Mann-Whitney U test, and Wilcoxon signed-rank test (P<0.05).

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age range between 17-25years
2. Non-extraction treatment in the mandibular arch
3. Presence of full complement of dentition from first molar to first molar
4. Mandibular anterior irregularity index between 4-6 mm
5. Patient with healthy periodontium and no attachment loss of >2 mm

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Previous orthodontic treatment
2. Presence of primary or missing permanent teeth in the mandibular anterior area
3. Medical problems that affect tooth movement.