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Studying Orthodontic Tooth Movement in Mice

Authors: José Alcides Almeida, de Arruda; João Pacheco, Colares; Mariana de Souza, Santos; Victor Zanetti, Drumond; Talita, Martins; Carolina Bosso, André; Flávio Almeida, Amaral; +3 Authors

Studying Orthodontic Tooth Movement in Mice

Abstract

Orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) represents a dynamic process in which the alveolar bone undergoes resorption at compression sites and deposition at tension sites, orchestrated by osteoclasts and osteoblasts, respectively. This mechanism serves as a valuable model for studying various aspects of bone adaptation, including root resorption and the cellular response to mechanical force stimuli. The protocol outlined here offers a straightforward approach to investigate OTM, establishing 0.35 N as the optimal force in a mouse model employing a nickel-titanium (NiTi) coil spring. Utilizing micro-computed tomography analysis, we quantified OTM by assessing the discrepancy in the linear distance at the cement-enamel junction. The evaluation also included an analysis of orthodontic-induced inflammatory root resorption, assessing parameters such as root mineral density and the percentage of root volume per total volume. This comprehensive protocol contributes to advancing our understanding of bone remodeling processes and enhancing the ability to develop effective orthodontic treatment strategies.

Keywords

Titanium, Mice, Tooth Movement Techniques, Nickel, Animals, X-Ray Microtomography

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