scholarly journals Evaluation of factors related to the success of miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cibele B. Oliveira ◽  
Priscila Ayub ◽  
Fernanda Angelieri ◽  
Wilson H. Murata ◽  
Selly S. Suzuki ◽  
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ABSTRACT Objectives To evaluate whether the success of miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE), performed in patients with advanced bone maturation is related to factors such as midpalatal suture (MPS) maturation, age, sex, or bicortical mini-implant anchorage. Materials and Methods Twenty-eight cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of adults and post-pubertal adolescents treated by MARPE were included in the sample. CBCT images before (T0) and after expansion (T1) were used to evaluate the skeletal changes and the success or failure of MARPE. Axial images of MPS were extracted from T0 and classified into one of the five maturation stages. The correlation between MARPE success and the factors of age, sex, MPS maturation, and bicortical mini-implant anchorage was investigated. Results Only the age showed a statistically significant negative correlation with MARPE success and all the skeletal measures. There was an 83.3% success rate among individuals aged 15 to 19 years, 81.8% from 20 to 29 years, and 20% from 30 to 37 years. MPS maturation showed a negative correlation with the expansion effect. Subjects with stages B or C of MPS maturation showed a 100% success rate, followed by stage D (62.5%) and stage E (58.3%). Conclusions As age increased, there was a decrease in MARPE success and the skeletal effects of maxillary expansion. Sex and bicortical mini-implant anchorage were not shown to be relevant factors. There was no correlation between MPS maturation and MARPE success; however, it was observed that all cases of MARPE failure were classified as stage D or E of MPS maturation.

Author(s):  
Aldin Kapetanović ◽  
Christina I Theodorou ◽  
Stefaan J Bergé ◽  
Jan G J H Schols ◽  
Tong Xi

Summary Background Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) is a non-surgical treatment for transverse maxillary deficiency. However, there is limited evidence concerning its efficacy. Objectives This systematic review aims to evaluate the efficacy of MARPE in late adolescents and adults by assessing success rate and skeletal and dental transverse maxillary expansion, as well as treatment duration, dental and periodontal side effects and soft tissue effects. Search methods Seven electronic databases were searched (MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Scopus, ProQuest and ClinicalTrials.gov) without limitations in November 2020. Selection criteria Randomized and non-randomized clinical trials and observational studies on patients from the age of 16 onwards with transverse maxillary deficiency who were treated with MARPE and which included any of the predefined outcomes. Data collection and analysis Inclusion eligibility screening, data extraction and risk of bias assessment were performed independently in duplicate. When possible, exploratory meta-analyses of mean differences (MDs) with their 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were conducted, followed by the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) analysis of the evidence quality. Results Eight articles were included: two prospective and six retrospective observational studies. One study had a moderate risk of bias, whereas seven studies had a serious risk of bias. GRADE quality of evidence was very low. MARPE showed a high success rate (mean: 92.5%; 95%CI: 88.7%–96.3%), resulting in a significant skeletal width increase (MD: 2.33 mm; 95%CI: 1.63 mm–3.03 mm) and dental intermolar width increase (MD: 6.55 mm; 95%CI: 5.50 mm–7.59 mm). A significant increase in dental tipping, a decrease in mean buccal bone thickness and buccal alveolar height, as well as nasal soft tissue change was present (P < 0.05). The mean duration of expansion ranged from 20 to 126 days. Limitations One of the main drawbacks was the lack of high-quality prospective studies in the literature. Conclusions and implications MARPE is a treatment modality that is associated with a high success rate in skeletal and dental maxillary expansion. MARPE can induce dental and periodontal side effects and affect peri-oral soft tissues. Given the serious risk of bias of the included studies, careful data interpretation is necessary and future research of higher quality is strongly recommended. Registration PROSPERO (CRD42020176618). Funding No grants or any other support funding were received.


ASJ. ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (40) ◽  
pp. 20-22
Author(s):  
A.K. Al Dzhafari ◽  
S.A. Ulyanovskaya

Rapid Maxillary expansion or palatal expansion as it is sometimes called, occupies unique niche in dentofacial therapy. Rapid Maxillary expansion (RME) is a skeletal type of expansion that involves the separation of the mid-palatal suture and movement of the maxillary shelves away from each other. RME effects the maxillary complex, palatal vaults, maxillary anterior and posterior teeth, adjacent periodontal structures to bring about an expansion in the maxillary arch. Morphogenesis and anatomical features of the upper jaw determine the choice of the method of rapid palatal expansion with narrowing of the upper dentition, as an effective method for eliminating congenital deformities of the maxillofacial region. The majority of dental transverse measurements changed significantly as a result of RME. The maturity of the maxillofacial structures determines the timing and degree of success of rapid palatal dilatation treatment.


Author(s):  
Adriana Souza de Jesus ◽  
Cibele Braga de Oliveira ◽  
Wilson Humio Murata ◽  
Selly Sayuri Suzuki ◽  
Ary dos Santos-Pinto

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Rosamaria Fastuca ◽  
Helga Turiaco ◽  
Fausto Assandri ◽  
Piero A. Zecca ◽  
Luca Levrini ◽  
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(1) Background: To investigate condylar position in subjects with functional posterior crossbite comparing findings before and after rapid maxillary expansion (RME) treatment through 3D analysis; (2) Methods: Thirty-two Caucasian patients (14 males, mean age 8 y 8 m ± 1 y 2 m; 18 females mean age 8 y 2 m ± 1 y 4 m) with functional posterior crossbite (FPXB) diagnosis underwent rapid palatal expansion with a Haas appliance banded on second deciduous upper molars. Patients’ underwent CBCT scans before rapid palatal expansion (T0) and after 12 months (T1). The images were processed through 3D slicer software; (3) Results: The condylar position changes between T1 and T0 among the crossbite and non-crossbite sides were not statistically significant, except for the transversal axis. At T1, the condyles moved forward (y axis) and laterally (x axis), they also moved downward (z axis) but not significantly; (4) Conclusions: Condilar position in growing patients with functional posterior crossbite did not change significantly after rapid maxillary expansion.


2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 497-500
Author(s):  
Kinnari Markana ◽  

Maxillary deficiency in the transverse dimension is a common problem in children. The conventional management of such malocclusion is with conventional rapid maxillary expansion. The beneficial effects of such an orthodontic therapy are explained in detail in the literature. But there are also negative effects of conventional rapid maxillary expansion. Thus, the improvements in the methods of expansion has led to discovery of miniscrew assisted rapid palatal expansion. The miniscrew assisted rapid palatal expansion are supported by mini implants and thus enable better skeletal expansion of maxilla. This article will discuss the favourable effects, negative effects, and clinical uses of conventional and miniscrew assisted rapid palatal expansion.


Author(s):  
Ji Yoon Jeon ◽  
Sung-Hwan Choi ◽  
Chooryung Judi Chung ◽  
Kee-Joon Lee

Abstract Objectives This study aimed to assess the success rate and the amount of suture separation after the miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) procedure in relation to the chronological age and sex of the patients. Materials and methods The periapical radiographs of 215 subjects (95 male; 120 female; range, 6–60 years) who had undergone MARPE treatment were retrospectively analyzed. The success of suture separation was determined and, in suture-separated subjects, the amount of suture separation was evaluated by suture separation ratio calculated from the periapical radiograph obtained after active expansion. Association tests were performed using linear-by-linear association, the Jonckheere-Terpstra test, Fisher’s exact test, and the Mann–Whitney U test, and linear regression models were also developed. Results The success rate of suture separation was 61.05% in male, 94.17% in female, and 79.53% in both sexes. There was a statistically significant association between older age and suture nonseparation in male (p < 0.001), but not in female (p = 0.221). In suture-separated subjects, there was a statistically significant trend toward a low amount of suture separation with older age subgroups in both sexes (p < 0.001); however, there was no statistically significant difference in the amount of suture separation between male and female in all age subgroups. Conclusions Older patients treated with MARPE, particularly in male, may have a reduced likelihood of both success in suture separation and sufficient basal bone expansion. Clinical relevance This study demonstrates that clinicians should consider that the success rate of MARPE and the amount of suture separation may depend on chronological age and sex.


Author(s):  
Tamanna Hoque ◽  
Dilip Srinivasan ◽  
Sangeetha Morekonda Gnaneswar ◽  
Sushil Chakravarthi ◽  
Krishnaraj Rajaram

Maxillary transverse deficiency routinely requires expansion of the palate. In prepubertal patients, Rapid Maxillary Expansion (RME) is a reliable treatment modality. However, in skeletally mature patients due to progressively interdigitated mid palatal suture, decreased elasticity of bone and increased stiffness of the osseous articulations of the maxilla with the adjoining bones, palatal expansion becomes challenging. Patients are frequently suggested to opt for more invasive procedures, like the Surgically Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (SARPE). The quest for minimally invasive expansion appliances with pure orthopaedic movement led researchers to incorporate mini-implants with conventional RME. Microimplant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) maximises skeletal expansion and minimises dentoalveolar undesirable effects and obviates the need for orthognathic surgery. This comprehensive review aims to discuss MARPE as an effective, non surgical, minimally invasive treatment modality for skeletally mature patients with maxillary transverse insufficiency. Furthermore, various designs of MARPE with different placement sites, lengths, and numbers of miniscrews along with the latest technological advancements to improve diagnosis and treatment planning using CBCT and intraoral scan, as well as the use of Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD-CAM) technology to custom fabricate three dimensional (3D) miniscrew insertion surgical guide, 3D laser-printed metallic mini-implant to enhance implant placement accuracy and comfort were discussed along with the clinical significance and limitations of the MARPE. Maxillary Skeletal Expander (MSE) is a unique lineage of MARPE when combined with facemask results in distraction osteogenesis like movement of midface and forms a promising basis for non surgical orthopaedic treatment modality for skeletal class III mature patients. Bone-anchored maxillary expansion appliances provide better vertical control, especially beneficial for hyperdivergent skeletal pattern patients. MARPE significantly increases transverse widths of the nasal floor, nasopharyngeal volume and significantly lowers mean nasal airway resistance thereby facilitating nasal breathing. MARPE results in greater orthopaedic expansion and safety, with fewer undesirable effects and high success rates.


Author(s):  
Shymal Vairagi ◽  
Ashwith Hedge ◽  
Ajit Kalia ◽  
Salil Nene ◽  
Amit Raja

Introduction -Transverse discrepancies of the maxilla are one of the most prevalent skeletal problems. Due to drawbacks of conventional RPE and invasive surgical expansion methods alternative methods were developed such as Mini Implant-supported rapid maxillary expansion (MARPE).Haas17 , Davis and Kronman18, Akkaya et al19 and many other studies have reported the maxillary response after MARPE on the sagittal dimensions, but their results were inconclusive. Aim - This study analyzed the effects on the maxilla in the sagittal dimension after Mini Implant assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) in adolescents using CBCT. Material and method -A pretreatment CBCT image (T1) was taken as a standard initial record for all patients and post treatment CBCT (T2) was taken after three months in retention. The parameters SNA angle, Frankfort horizontal plane to NA angle, A-N perpendicular, ANS –PNS were measured and calculated for evaluation of the sagittal maxillary changes. Comparisons were then made between the two treatment groups (T1, T2). Result -There was a positive increase in both angular and linear measurements from pretreatment to post treatment measurements showing significant skeletal changes in sagittal dimension. Conclusion -The study concludes that there was statistically significant forward displacement of maxilla after transverse skeletal expansion in patients with transverse problems achieved through MARPE in adolescent patients.


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