Occlusal trauma can not be compared to orthodontic movement or Occlusal trauma in orthodontic practice and V-shaped recession

Alberto CONSOLARO

The mechanisms of tissue changes induced by occlusal trauma are in no way comparable to orthodontic movement. In both events the primary cause is of a physical nature, but the forces delivered to dental tissues exhibit completely different characteristics in terms of intensity, duration, direction, distribution, frequency and form of uptake by periodontal tissues. Consequently, the tissue effects induced by occlusal trauma are different from orthodontic movement. It can be argued that occlusal trauma generates a pathological tissue injury in an attempt to adapt to new excessive functional demands. Orthodontic movement, in turn,performs physiological periodontal bone remodeling to change the position of the teeth in a well-planned manner, eventually restoring normalcy.

Keywords: Occlusal trauma. Occlusion. Gingival recession. Gingiva abfraction. Orthodontics.

How to cite: Consolaro A. Occlusal trauma can not be compared to orthodontic movement. Dental Press J Orthod. Dental Press J Orthod. 2012 NovDec;17(6):5-12.

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