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T loop mechanics for effective space closure in Bimaxillary Dentoalveolar protrusion - A case report

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Case Report

Author Details : CA Prachodh*, Muhammed Shaloob K M, Muhammed Nayaz VP, Muhammed Raheesh, Fathima Arzu T P

Volume : 8, Issue : 2, Year : 2022

Article Page : 127-131

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijodr.2022.022

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Abstract

This case report intends to highlight the space closure with continuous T-loop mechanics for Bimaxillary Dentoalveolar protrusion. Loops can be fabricated in a sectional or full arch wire, and closing loops are usually used in loop mechanics for extraction space closure. The major advantage of loop mechanics is the lack of friction between the bracket and arch wire during space closure. A 21-year old adult male patient with bimaxillary protrusion and spacing reported to the clinic. The patient was treated successfully by maximum retraction of maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth after extraction of all frst premolars. Space closure was achieved using a moment differential between posterior and anterior segments created by a T-loop. A stable result with normal over jet and overbite was achieved with retraction of maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth and no loss of anchorage.

Keywords: T Loop, Space closure, Bimaxillary Dento­alveolar Protrusion

How to cite : Prachodh C, Muhammed Shaloob K M, Muhammed Nayaz Vp, Raheesh M, Fathima Arzu T P, T loop mechanics for effective space closure in Bimaxillary Dentoalveolar protrusion - A case report. IP Indian J Orthod Dentofacial Res 2022;8(2):127-131

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