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Verdecchia A, Suárez-Fernández C, Miquel A, Bardini G, Spinas E. Biological Effects of Orthodontic Tooth Movement on the Periodontium in Regenerated Bone Defects: A Scoping Review. Dent J (Basel) 2024; 12:50. [PMID: 38534275 DOI: 10.3390/dj12030050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2024] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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The aim of this scoping review is to analyse the biological effects of the orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) in areas with bone defects that are undergoing regeneration using different types of regenerative materials and techniques. The electronic research was performed on four databases as follows: PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, and Web of Science. Data were extracted according to publication information, study design, sample characteristics, parameters of OTM, biological repercussions on the periodontium complex, methods of analysis, and conclusions. A total of thirty studies were included in the final review. In twenty-two studies, the most widely adopted grafting materials were alloplastics. In most studies, the orthodontic force used was 10 or 100 g, and the timing of application ranged from immediate to 6 months after grafting surgery. Twenty-four studies showed an increase in osteogenesis; in five studies, the clinical attachment level (CAL) increased; in five others, the probing pocket depth (PPD) decreased; in sixteen studies, there was root resorption of a different magnitude. Though the effects of OTM on the periodontium in the grafted areas were positive, the outcomes should be interpreted with caution as future preclinical and clinical studies are needed to extrapolate more valid conclusions.
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- Alessio Verdecchia
- Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33003 Oviedo, Spain
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- Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oviedo, 33003 Oviedo, Spain
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, School of Periodontology and Implantology, Mississippi Institution, 28010 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Division of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Postgraduate School in Orthodontics, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
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Preston K, Chen L, Brennan T, Sheller B. Orthodontic treatment protocols in patients with alveolar clefting: a survey of ACPA-approved cleft teams in the United States. Angle Orthod 2023; 93:88-94. [PMID: 36228143 DOI: 10.2319/051522-357.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To describe pre- and post-alveolar bone graft (ABG) practice protocols of orthodontists associated with American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association-approved cleft and cleft/craniofacial teams. MATERIALS AND METHODS Electronic survey responses from team orthodontists were evaluated regarding pre-ABG orthodontic treatment type(s), timing of post-ABG imaging and post-ABG orthodontic treatment, and craniofacial orthodontic fellowship training status of the team orthodontists. A P value of <.05 was considered significant. RESULTS Of 31 responding orthodontists, 54.8% had fellowship training and 45.2% did not. Pre-ABG orthodontic preparation ranged from solely maxillary expansion for alveolar segment alignment (35.5%) to a combination of maxillary expansion for both alveolar segment alignment and posterior crossbite correction, anterior tooth alignment, and anterior crossbite correction (19.4%). Most captured post-ABG radiographs prior to orthodontic tooth movement (90.3%). Orthodontists began treatment at least 6 months (35.5%), 2-4 months (32.3%), or 4-6 months (29%) post-ABG. No significant differences were found when comparing fellowship subgroups. In addition, 47.1% of fellowship-trained orthodontists deferred post-ABG orthodontic treatment to at least 6 months post-operatively, vs 21.4% of non-fellowship trained orthodontists (P = .14). CONCLUSIONS A large variation in approaches is evident in pre-ABG orthodontic treatment types and timing of post-ABG treatment. Post-operative imaging is pursued by most orthodontists to assess graft status prior to initiating orthodontic treatment. Additional clinical research is needed to support providers in their decision-making with regard to evidence-based approaches.
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Möhlhenrich SC, Kniha K, Heitzer M, Magnuska Z, Hermanns-Sachweh B, Gremse F, Chhatwani S, Hölzle F, Modabber A, Danesh G. Correlations between radiological and histological findings of bone remodelling and root resorption in a rodent cleft model. Head Face Med 2022; 18:33. [DOI: 10.1186/s13005-022-00338-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background
The evaluation of bone remodelling and dental root resorption can be performed by histological techniques or micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). The present study aimed to evaluate the relationship between these two procedures in the context of cleft repair in a rat model.
Methods
The reconstructed maxillae and the orthodontically-moved first molar of 12 rats were analysed for correlations between the histological and radiological findings retrospectively. The alveolar cleft repairs were performed using bone autografts or (human) xenografts. Four weeks after the operation, the intervention of the first molar protraction was initiated and lasted for eight weeks. The newly formed bone and the root resorption lacunae were determined via histology. In the micro-CT analysis, the average change of bone mineral density (BMD), bone volume fraction (BV/TV), trabecular thickness and trabecular separation of the jaw, as well as the volume of the root resorptions were determined. The Pearson correlation coefficient was applied to study the associations between groups.
Results
Positive correlations were found only between the newly formed bone (histology) and BMD changes (micro-CT) in the autograft group (r = 0.812, 95% CI: 0.001 to 0.979, p = 0.05). The relationship of newly formed bone and BV/TV was similar but not statistically significant (r = 0.691, 95% CI: −0.274 to 0.963, p = 0.013). Regarding root resorption, no significant correlations were found.
Conclusions
Due to the lack of correlation between histological and radiological findings of bone remodelling and the development of root resorptions, both methods should be combined in this cleft model in rats for a comprehensive analysis.
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Möhlhenrich SC, Kniha K, Magnuska Z, Chhatwani S, Hermanns-Sachweh B, Gremse F, Hölzle F, Danesh G, Modabber A. Development of root resorption during orthodontic tooth movement after cleft repair using different grafting materials in rats. Clin Oral Investig 2022; 26:5809-5821. [PMID: 35567639 PMCID: PMC9474460 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-022-04537-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the present study was to investigate the influence of three grafting materials for cleft repair on orthodontic tooth movement in rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Artificial alveolar clefts were created in 21 Wistar rats and were repaired 4 weeks later using autografts, human xenografts and synthetic bone substitute (beta-tricalcium phosphate/hydroxyapatite [β-TCP/HA]). A further 4 weeks later, the first molar was moved into the reconstructed maxilla. Microfocus computed tomography (μCT) was performed six times (T0-T5) to assess the tooth movement and root resorption. After 8 weeks, the affected reconstructed jaw was resected for histopathological investigation. RESULTS Total distances reached ranged from 0.82 ± 0.72 mm (β-TCP/HA) to 0.67 ± 0.27 mm (autograft). The resorption was particularly determined at the mesiobuccal root. Descriptive tooth movement slowed and root resorption increased slightly. However, neither the radiological changes during tooth movement (µCT T1 vs. µCT T5: autograft 1.85 ± 0.39 mm3 vs. 2.38 ± 0.35 mm3, p = 0.30; human xenograft 1.75 ± 0.45 mm3 vs. 2.17 ± 0.26 mm3, p = 0.54; β-TCP/HA: 1.52 ± 0.42 mm3 vs. 1.88 ± 0.41 mm3, p = 0.60) nor the histological differences after tooth movement (human xenograft: 0.078 ± 0.05 mm2; β-TCP/HA: 0.067 ± 0.049 mm2; autograft: 0.048 ± 0.015 mm2) were statistically significant. CONCLUSION The autografts, human xenografts or synthetic bone substitute used for cleft repair seem to have a similar effect on the subsequent orthodontic tooth movement and the associated root resorptions. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Development of root resorptions seems to have a secondary role in choosing a suitable grafting material for cleft repair.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging, Department of Nanomedicine and Theragnostic, RWTH Aachen University, Forckenbeckstraße 55, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Witten/Herdecke, Alfred-Herrhausen Str. 45, 58455, Witten, Germany
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- Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging, Department of Nanomedicine and Theragnostic, RWTH Aachen University, Forckenbeckstraße 55, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Witten/Herdecke, Alfred-Herrhausen Str. 45, 58455, Witten, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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Wallender A, Stone J. Bone Graft and Reconstruction of the Cleft Maxilla: Alveolar Bone Graft and Midface Distraction. Atlas Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am 2022; 30:37-44. [PMID: 35256108 DOI: 10.1016/j.cxom.2021.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Maxillary alveolar cleft grafting is an established form of surgical treatment used to improve the form and function of the facial skeleton for patients with cleft deformities. A major goal of this surgery is to provide sufficient bone to support the development and eruption of permanent dentition adjacent to the cleft. Various grafting techniques and materials are used to achieve favorable outcomes. This article is a review of some of the techniques commonly used to treat maxillary clefts.
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- Aaron Wallender
- UT Southwestern Medical Center Dallas Parkland Memorial Hospital, Children's Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA.
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- UT Southwestern Medical Center Dallas Parkland Memorial Hospital, Children's Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
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Kadry W, Eldeftar M, Nassar Y, Abou-El-Fetouh A, Hakam MM. Clinical, volumetric and densitometric evaluation of tissue engineered constructs for secondary alveolar cleft reconstruction: A randomized clinical trial. J Craniomaxillofac Surg 2021; 49:1141-1150. [PMID: 34548195 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcms.2021.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2020] [Revised: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of tissue engineered (TE) constructs compared to the standard autogenous anterior iliac crest (AIC) bone graft in secondary maxillary alveolar cleft reconstruction. This clinical trial was registered on (clinical trials.gov); the trial registry number is: NCT03563495. Patients with unilateral alveolar clefts were allocated on the basis of simple randomization. Selected patients were randomly divided into two equal groups: the AIC group (control) received autogenous particulate bone graft from anterior iliac crest, whereas the TE group received tissue engineered construct. Assessment included the newly formed bone volume and density at the grafted cleft sites, which were measured immediately, 6 and 12 months postoperatively on axial computed tomograms. The study population included 10 patients; each group comprised 5 patients. There was no statistically significant difference between the 2 groups regarding the mean volume of the newly formed bone (p = 0.91 at 6 months, p = 0.994 at 1 year) and the mean density of the newly formed bone (p = 0.364 at 6 months, p = 0.073 at 1 year). However, there was a significant increase of TE graft density from 6 months to 1 year (p = 0.048). Within the limitations of the study it seems that the tissue engineered construct (collagen/osteogenically differentiated bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells) might be an alternative to autogenous bone for unilateral secondary alveolar cleftgrafting.
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- Walaa Kadry
- Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Cairo University, Egypt.
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- Tissue Culture and Cytogenetic Unit, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, Egypt
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- Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Cairo University, Egypt
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Evaluation of different grafting materials for alveolar cleft repair in the context of orthodontic tooth movement in rats. Sci Rep 2021; 11:13586. [PMID: 34193933 PMCID: PMC8245488 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-93033-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2021] [Accepted: 06/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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To minimize the postoperative risks posed by grafting autologous transplants for cleft repair, efforts are being made to improve grafting materials for use as potential alternatives. The aim of this study was to compare the bone graft quality of different bone substitutes including the gold standard autografts during the healing processes after cleft repair in the context of orthodontic treatment. In 21 Wistar rats, a complete, continuity-interrupting cleft was created. After 4 weeks, cleft repair was performed using autografts from the hips’ ischial tuberosity, human xenografts, or synthetic bone substitutes [beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP)/hydroxyapatite (HA)]. After another 4 weeks, the first molar movement was initiated in the reconstructed jaw for 8 weeks. The bone remodeling was analyzed in vivo using micro-computed tomography (bone mineral density and bone volume fraction) and histology (new bone formation). All the grafting materials were statistically different in bone morphology, which changed during the treatment period. The β-TCP/HA substitute demonstrated less resorption compared to the autologous and xenogeneic/human bone, and the autografts led to a stronger reaction in the surrounding bone. Histologically, the highest level of new bone formation was found in the human xenografts, and the lowest was found in the β-TCP/HA substitute. The differences between the two bone groups and the synthetic materials were statistically significant. Autografts were confirmed to be the gold standard in cleft repair with regard to graft integration. However, parts of the human xenograft seemed comparable to the autografts. Thus, this substitute could perhaps be used as an alternative after additional tissue-engineered modification.
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Biomechanical behavior of an alveolar graft under maxillary therapies. Biomech Model Mechanobiol 2021; 20:1519-1532. [PMID: 33893875 DOI: 10.1007/s10237-021-01460-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2020] [Accepted: 04/09/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Cleft lip and palate is a congenital defect that affects the oral cavity. Depending on its severity, alveolar graft surgery and maxillary orthopedic therapies must be carried out as a part of the treatment. It is widely accepted that the therapies should be performed before grafting. Nevertheless, some authors have suggested that mechanical stimuli such as those from the maxillary therapies could improve the success rate of the graft. The aim of this study is to computationally determine the effect of maxillary therapies loads on the biomechanical response of an alveolar graft with different degrees of ossification. We also explore how the transverse width of the cleft affects the graft behavior and compare results with a non-cleft skull. Results suggest that stresses increase within the graft as it ossifies and are greater if maxillary expansion therapy is applied. This has consequences in the bone remodeling processes that are necessary for the graft osseointegration. Maxillary orthopedic therapies after graft surgery could be considered as a part of the treatment since they seem to act as a positive extra stimulus that can benefit the graft.
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Lu J, Wang Z, Zhang H, Xu W, Zhang C, Yang Y, Zheng X, Xu J. Bone Graft Materials for Alveolar Bone Defects in Orthodontic Tooth Movement. TISSUE ENGINEERING PART B-REVIEWS 2021; 28:35-51. [PMID: 33307972 DOI: 10.1089/ten.teb.2020.0212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Clinically, orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) across the narrow alveolar ridge area inevitably entails some adverse reactions such as limited movement and periodontal tissue damage. Hence, it is essential to reconstruct the morphology of the alveolar crest before the tooth movement. Unlike the routine reconstruction of alveolar ridge in the field of implant, the orthodontic practices are distinctive, which require dental movement across the constructed alveolar ridge with safety and stability. Herein, we addressed the pros and cons of reconstruction of the defected orthodontic alveolar ridge with different bone graft materials. Attention is also paid to other factors such as the postgraft initiation time of OTM that can substantially influence the bone reconstruction and tooth movement effect. Rather, considering the lack of a unified standard in orthodontic clinics related to bone reconstruction for OTM, we provide some recommendations and guidance for OTM through alveolar ridge defect area.
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- Jiajia Lu
- Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Stomatological Hospital and College, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- School of Stomatology, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Stomatological Hospital and College, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Stomatological Hospital and College, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong, China
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong, China
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- Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Stomatological Hospital and College, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Stomatological Hospital and College, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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Establishing a new alveolar cleft model in rats to investigate the influence of jaw reconstructions on orthodontic tooth movement. Ann Anat 2021; 236:151713. [PMID: 33675947 DOI: 10.1016/j.aanat.2021.151713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2020] [Revised: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 02/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of the present investigation was to develop a new cleft model in rats that allows alveolar cleft repair and subsequent tooth movement. METHODS A complete continuity-interrupting alveolar cleft was performed on the left-side maxillae of 33 rats through ultrasonic surgery. The clefts were filled with bone wax, and microCT scans were done to analyze the cleft size. After four weeks, the cleft repair was completed using autologous, xenogeneic (human), or synthetic bone substitute. After an additional four weeks, the orthodontic tooth movement was initiated. RESULTS Fourteen rats died during the research, and the study design was constantly adapted accordingly. The main reasons for death included breathing problems during or immediately after the experimental activities (eight animals), followed by two deaths due to circulatory failures. In the remaining 19 animals, the average cleft size was about 2.70 ± 0.46 × 2.01 ± 0.25 × 1.18 ± 0.20 mm, and the mean velocity of orthodontic tooth movement after seven days was between 0.21 ± 0.08 mm in the autologous group and 0.50 ± 0.54 mm in the xenogeneic group. After 56 days, the mean values ranged between 0.67 ± 0.27 mm in the autologous group and 0.82 ± 0.72 mm in the synthetic group. CONCLUSIONS Surgical interventions in the oral cavity of rats requires a stronger anesthesia and lead to increased risk of coolant and coagulated blood aspiration. The new alveolar cleft model in rats allows for subsequent orthodontic tooth movement after cleft repair, but only in the mesial root of the first molar.
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Mahardawi B, Boonsiriseth K, Pairuchvej V, Wongsirichat N. Alveolar cleft bone grafting: factors affecting case prognosis. J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg 2020; 46:409-416. [PMID: 33377466 PMCID: PMC7783176 DOI: 10.5125/jkaoms.2020.46.6.409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2020] [Revised: 04/17/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Objectives The goal of this retrospective study was to determine the significance and impact of several factors on the alveolar cleft bone grafting procedure. Materials and Methods The medical records were reviewed. In addition, x-rays were checked. The size of every cleft was measured in this retrospective study. The analyzed factors included sex, age, type of cleft, size of the cleft, and the type of flap used in surgery. The patients were characterized into group A (no complications, Bergland scale 1 or 2), group B (complications or Bergland scale 3), or group C (failure cases). Statistical analysis was performed with a P-value set at 0.05. Results There were 32 cases in group A, 26 in group B, and 9 in group C. Multinomial logistic regression showed an association between the type of the cleft and the size of the cleft, with the presence of complications, or achieving type 3 on the Bergland scale, with odds ratios of 5.118 and 6.000, respectively. The type of cleft was related to failure with an odds ratio of 4.833. Given a small sample, statistical analysis could not be performed to evaluate the relationship between the size of the cleft and group C. Age, sex, and the type of the flap were not significant factors. Conclusion The cleft size of more than 10 mm and bilateral clefts were listed regarding their effect on the procedure. Clinicians should not overlook these factors. In addition, patients must be informed of any risks that are present.
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- Basel Mahardawi
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Möhlhenrich SC, Kniha K, Magnuska Z, Gremse F, Peters F, Danesh G, Hölzle F, Modabber A. Ischial tuberosity: new donor site for bone grafts in animal cleft research. Sci Rep 2020; 10:20699. [PMID: 33244089 PMCID: PMC7691372 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-77862-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2020] [Accepted: 11/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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In the context of cleft repair in animal research in rat models, different areas can be used for bone grafting. The aim of the present study was to present the tuberosity of the ischium as a new donor site and to evaluate its quality in relation to an artificial alveolar cleft. Four weeks after creating experimental alveolar clefts in seven Wistar rats, the repair was performed in the now twelve-week-old male animals using bone blocks grafted from the ischial tuberosity. Two days before surgery and two as well as twenty-eight days after surgery, microCT scans were performed, and the grafted bone blocks were analyzed regarding height, width, thickness, and volume. Additionally, bone mineral density (BMD) and bone volume fraction (BV/TV) were measured in the repaired cleft. The mean bone volume of the graft was about 19.77 ± 7.77mm3. Immediately after jaw reconstruction the BMD and BV/TV were about 0.54 ± 0.05 g/cm3 and 54.9 ± 5.07% for the transplant and about 1.13 ± 0.08 g/cm3 and 94.5 ± 3.70%, respectively, for the surrounding bone. Four weeks later the BMD and BV/TV were about 0.57 ± 0.13 g/cm3 and 56.60 ± 13.70% for the transplant and about 11.17 ± 0.07 g/cm3 and 97.50 ± 2.15%, respectively, for the surrounding bone. A hip fracture was found in four of the animals after surgery. The ischial tuberosity offers large bone blocks, which are sufficient for cleft repair in the rat model. However, the bone quality regarding BMD and BV/TV is less compared with the surrounding bone of the alveolar cleft, even after a period of 4 weeks, despite recognizable renovation processes.
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- Stephan Christian Möhlhenrich
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Witten/Herdecke, Alfred-Herrhausen Str. 45, 58455, Witten, Germany. .,Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging, RWTH Aachen University, Forckenbeckstrasse 55, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging, RWTH Aachen University, Forckenbeckstrasse 55, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Witten/Herdecke, Alfred-Herrhausen Str. 45, 58455, Witten, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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