Open AccessWilckodontics - A Novel Synergy in Time to Save Time
Author(s) -
Kantheti Sirisha,
M. Srinivas,
Divy Ravindranath,
Pratap Gowd
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2014/7576.3978
Subject(s) - periodontology , medicine , perspective (graphical) , dentistry , medical physics , orthodontics , computer science , artificial intelligence
The systematic search for improvements in orthodontic therapy is shared by several dental specalities especially periodontics. Rapid orthodontic treatment procedures are now focusing on performing Alveolar Corticotomies (ACS) shortly before the application of orthodontic forces. This method has been suggested to enhance tooth movement and, consequently, reduces orthodontic treatment time as a whole. Thus, this article attempts to review the historical perspective of these therapeutic approaches, discusses the biological reasons underlying its use, mentions its main indications and contraindications and its modifications.