Molar Distalisation In Orthodontics

Molar Distalisation In Orthodontics

Distalization of molars is the best method to gain expansion.

“What is molar distalisation in orthodontics?”

• This method has gained vast popularity as it was sometimes difficult to convince the patient to extract otherwise healthy teeth.
• The best time for molar distalization is during the mixed dentition period
• The procedures involved have one purpose, i.e., to push the maxillary and/ or mandibular terminal molars posteriorly.

“Understanding the role of molar distalisation in orthodontic treatment”

• This increases the arch length by the same length as the amount of distalization achieved.
• The distalization procedures are usually undertaken before the eruption of the second permanent molars.
• It is much easier to move one molar distally as compared to two (i.e., first and second permanent molars).
• The appliances used for the distalization of molars can be classified as Extraoral distalizing appliances and Intraoral distalizing appliances. The advantage of distalization of molars is that it helps avoid extraction and prevents the collapse of the arch.