Orthodontic Tooth Movement Through Maxillary Sinus

Abstract

Abstract

             With the markly increased demand of adult orthodontic, orthodontists often face different problems from teenager patients. One of the most common problems is loss of posterior teeth. Orthodontic tooth movement for space closure in maxillary posterior area or intrusion of maxillary molar prior lower posterior prosthesis construction often faced pneumatization of maxillary sinus. The pneumatization of maxillary sinus may interfere orthodontic tooth movement. However, if proper force and mechanic are applied, tooth movement through maxillary sinus can be achieved. This review focuses on problem of pneumatization of maxillary sinus for orthodontic tooth movement, biomechanics, histological response, risk and complication.