Root Resorption in Anterior Open Bite Malocclusions Due to Vertical Correction: A Radiometric Pilot Study

Introduction: One of the most common risks fixed orthodontic therapy is evidence root resorption post treatment ranging from mild blunting to severe significant portions structure. The etiology apical multifactorial but largely depends upon type tooth movement and duration. Study Objective: primary aim this study examine association external vertical correction in anterior open bite malocclusions using panoramic radiographs for evaluation. Materials Methods: Pre-treatment post-treatment 16 patients with were scored assess teeth (U/L 3-3). Initial final length total U/L 3-3 measured on Dolphin imaging. Results: Of 24 pairs measurements, 7 had a p-value (p < 0.05). LR 3, 1. LL 1, 2, 3 demonstrated post-orthodontic treatment. Conclusions: A statistically amount was observed, pre-treatment radiographs. All mandibular except right lateral incisors showed resorption.