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Early Treatment of Anterior Open Bite Using the Rapid Molar Intruder

Launched by DAMASCUS UNIVERSITY · Dec 11, 2022

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Trial Information

Current as of January 22, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Anterior Open Bite Rapid Molar Intruder Mixed Dentition

ClinConnect Summary

Many appliances have been used to treat skeletal anterior open bite (AOB) malocclusion, such as removable appliances, extra-oral appliances (vertical chin cup and vertical head gear), fixed appliances, Orthognathic surgery and functional appliances. Treatment with these appliances produces soft and hard dentofacial tissue changes. Many studies have been carried out in order to study these changes.

In this study, the investigators treated AOB using RMI. Patients were divided into two groups to evaluate the efficacy of RMI.

RMI group: Rapid molar intruder was applied. Control group: Untreat...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • • 1. Patients in the mixed dentition
  • • 2. Chronological age between 8 and 12 years
  • • 3. skeletal class I or II malocclusion
  • • 4. Skeletal anterior open bite was assessed clinically and then confirmed radiographically: SN/GoMe was greater than 33°, MM was greater than 27
  • • 5. No general problems
  • • 6. Good oral health
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • • 1. Presence of periodontal diseases
  • • 2. Presence of general diseases, syndromes or cleft lip and palate
  • • 3. Patients with previous orthodontic treatment

Trial Officials

Hammam Zeidan, DDS,MSc

Principal Investigator

Department of Orthodontics, University of Al-Baath Dental School, Hama, Syria.

Amjad A Hasan, DDS,MSc

Principal Investigator

Department of orthodontics, Damascus University, Syria

Mohammad Y. Hajeer, DDS,MSc,PhD

Study Director

Department of orthodontics, Damascus University, Syria

Azzam Al-Jundi, DDS,MSc,PhD

Study Director

Department of Orthodontics, University of Hama, Dental School, Hama, Syria.

About Damascus University

Damascus University, a prestigious institution located in Syria, is committed to advancing medical research and healthcare innovation through its clinical trial initiatives. With a focus on fostering collaboration between academia and clinical practice, the university aims to enhance the understanding of various medical conditions and improve patient outcomes. By leveraging its extensive network of researchers, healthcare professionals, and state-of-the-art facilities, Damascus University strives to contribute to the global body of knowledge in the medical field and support the development of effective therapeutic interventions.

Locations

Damascus, , Syrian Arab Republic

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Timeline

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