Analysis of Reversed L-loops as Closing Loops with Anterior Intrusive Force. (September 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Techalertpaisarn, Paiboon; Versluis, Antheunis
• Is Part Of: Journal of orthodontics. Volume 45:Number 3(2018)
• Page Start: 192
• Page End: 197
• Publication Date: 2018-09
• Subjects: Force system -- loop mechanics -- reversed L-loop -- T-loop -- intrusive force -- finite element analysis; Orthodontics -- Periodicals; 617.643005
• DOI: 10.1080/14653125.2018.1490872
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1465-3125

Abstract

Objective: Intrusive forces on anterior brackets are preferable for avoiding overbite deepening. Reversing plain L-loops may create such advantageous force system during space closure. Design: Force systems of reversed L-loops were compared with T-loops at three interbracket distances (IBD). Setting: Computational study. Methods: Using finite element analysis, loop response during simulated loop-pulling was determined for plain reversed L- and T-loop configurations at three IBDs and two sizes. Force systems were calculated on both loop ends for two activation forces. Results: The 12 mm IBD reversed L-loops had almost equal M/F ratios in opposite directions at both ends. A small intrusive force was found at the canine bracket (CB). The 6 mm IBD reversed L-loops showed larger M/F ratios and extrusive forces at the premolar bracket (PB) and smaller M/F with intrusive forces at CB. The force system of 12 mm IBD T-loops showed the similar force systems as off-centered V-bends with extrusive force at CB, whilst plain 6 mm IBD T-loops showed properties similar to centered V-bends with less extrusive force at CB. Conclusions: Reversed L closing loops placed no extrusive force on the CB end at various IBDs, indicating that reversed loops will generate an intrusive force at anterior teeth during space closure.