Evaluation of Oclusal Force Parameters by T-scan Iii With Fixed Orthodontic Treatment; a Prospective Clinical Study

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between occlusal factors and temporomandibular joint (TMJ).Materials and Methods:In our study, (43) individuals who had fixed orthodontic treatment and (20) individuals who did not need treatment at XXX University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Orthodontics were included. Evaluations were made at the beginning of treatment (T0) and at 6 months (T1). T-Scan® computerized Occlusion Analyzer was used to evaluate the number of contact points, occlusal force parameters during centric occlusion and lateral movements, and occlusion and disclusion times. Differences between groups were evaluated with Mann-Whitney or independent t test, and within-group differences were evaluated with Wilcoxon sign test or paired t test, depending on whether the data showed normal distribution or not.Result: At the beginning of orthodontic treatment, there was no statistical difference in the variables within the group and between the groups (P> 0.05). As a result of the comparison between the beginning of treatment (T0) and the 6th month (T1), no significant difference was found between the parameters of the anterior/posterior occlusal force distribution of the right-left quadrant and the force distribution of the working and non-working sides in lateral movements, and the occlusion and disclusion time parameters (P> 0.05). . Conclusion: According to our research, T-Scan is one of the best devices for early detection of TMJ diseases, especially for people undergoing orthodontic treatment. T-Scan offers fast, non-invasive and repeatable occlusion recording.