Abstract:Introduction: Orthodontic forces when applied to tooth structure leads to some amount of resorption depending upon force duration and magnitude applied. Study aimed to evaluate tooth surface changes after application of intrusive orthodontic forces using scanning electron microscope. Materials and Methods: 20 patients were selected requiring first premolar extraction for treatment of malocclusion with fixed mechanotherapy and were divided into four groups. Group I and III consisted application of 50 gm of ligh… Show more
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