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The goal of this retrospective observational study is to compare the effects of Clear Aligner Mandibular Advancement (MA) and Twin Block (TB) appliances in treating Class II malocclusion, a condition where the lower jaw is underdeveloped. The main questions it aims to answer are:
Researchers will compare MA and TB appliances to an untreated control group to evaluate their impact on skeletal, dental, and soft tissue outcomes. Participants in the study underwent cephalometric analysis (X-ray measurements) both before and after treatment to assess changes in jaw positioning, overbite, and overjet. The study focuses on how each treatment affects facial aesthetics and dental function.
Participants in the study will:
Supplementary information for Study Design It was a retrospective study that collected patients' routine treatment X-rays (before and after treatment) to measure some angular and linear parameters from the X-rays.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| MA group | Patients receiving routine care for Class II malocclusion, which may include the use of Clear Aligner with Mandibular Advancement (MA) function appliances |
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| TB group | Patients receiving routine care for Class II malocclusion, which may include the use of Twin Block (TB) appliances |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Twin block | Device | The TB group used a single appliance continuously, with appropriate reduction of occlusal surface height by 1 mm when clinically indicated. Both groups had follow-up appointments every 6 weeks. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Changes in Skeletal Measurements ( SNB angle) | This study assesses skeletal changes in patients treated for Class II malocclusion with Twin Block (TB) or Mandibular Advancement (MA) appliances at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. The evaluation focuses on the measurement of the SNB angle, a critical skeletal parameter, using cephalometric radiographs. These radiographs are taken as a routine part of the treatment to capture skeletal positioning before the treatment starts and after the treatment concludes. This allows for an analysis of the angular changes due to the orthodontic intervention, providing insights into the effectiveness of the appliances in correcting malocclusions. | Baseline and post-treatment cephalometric radiographs will be taken 1-2 weeks pre and 1-2 weeks post the 12-month treatment at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. |
| Changes in Soft Tissue Measurements ( soft tissue chin thickness) | This study assesses skeletal changes in patients treated for Class II malocclusion with Twin Block (TB) or Mandibular Advancement (MA) appliances at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. The evaluation focuses on the measurement of the soft tissue chin thickness, using cephalometric radiographs. These radiographs are taken as a routine part of the treatment to capture skeletal positioning before the treatment starts (baseline) and after the treatment concludes (1-2 weeks post the 12-month treatment). This allows for an analysis of the angular changes due to the orthodontic intervention, providing insights into the effectiveness of the appliances in correcting malocclusions. | Baseline and post-treatment cephalometric radiographs will be taken 1-2 weeks pre and 1-2 weeks post the 12-month treatment at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. |
| Changes in Skeletal Measurements (ANB angle) | This study assesses skeletal changes in patients treated for Class II malocclusion with Twin Block (TB) or Mandibular Advancement (MA) appliances at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. The evaluation focuses on the measurement of the ANB angle, a critical skeletal parameter, using cephalometric radiographs. These radiographs are taken as a routine part of the treatment to capture skeletal positioning before the treatment starts and after the treatment concludes. This allows for an analysis of the angular changes due to the orthodontic intervention, providing insights into the effectiveness of the appliances in correcting malocclusions. |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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The study population consists of patients from the Orthodontics Department at West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University. This population includes individuals diagnosed with Class II malocclusion who are undergoing or have completed treatment with Mandibular Advancement (MA) or Twin Block (TB) appliances. Eligible participants for the treatment group are those in the mixed dentition or early permanent dentition stages, showing specific cephalometric characteristics such as an ANB angle greater than 4 degrees and an SNB angle less than or equal to 78 degrees.
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University | Chengdu | Sichuan | 610041 | China |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 35094890 | Result | Alsaggaf DH, Afify AR, Zawawi KH, Alsulaimani FF. Factors influencing the orthodontic treatment plan in Class II malocclusion. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2022 Jun;161(6):829-837.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2021.01.034. Epub 2022 Jan 29. |
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| ID | Term |
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| D008312 | Malocclusion, Angle Class II |
| ID | Term |
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| D008310 | Malocclusion |
| D014076 | Tooth Diseases |
| D009057 | Stomatognathic Diseases |
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| Clear aligner with mandibular function | Device | The MA group underwent stepwise mandibular forward movement with clear aligners (Invisalign, Align Inc, CA, USA) worn for 22 hours/day and replaced every 7 days. |
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| Baseline and post-treatment cephalometric radiographs will be taken 1-2 weeks pre and 1-2 weeks post the 12-month treatment at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. |
| Changes in Skeletal Measurements ( mandibular length) | This study assesses skeletal changes in patients treated for Class II malocclusion with Twin Block (TB) or Mandibular Advancement (MA) appliances at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. The evaluation focuses on the measurement of the mandibular length (mm), a critical skeletal parameter, using cephalometric radiographs. These radiographs are taken as a routine part of the treatment to capture skeletal positioning before the treatment starts and after the treatment concludes. This allows for an analysis of the angular changes due to the orthodontic intervention, providing insights into the effectiveness of the appliances in correcting malocclusions. | Baseline and post-treatment cephalometric radiographs will be taken 1-2 weeks pre and 1-2 weeks post the 12-month treatment at West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University |