Orthodontic Space Closure and Molar Protraction in the Presence of Advanced Periodontal Disease: A Multidisciplinary Treatment Approach
Afaf El Merouani Drissi, Fatima Zaoui & Abdelali Halimi · International Journal of Research and Reports in Dentistry · 2026
Loss of posterior teeth secondary to periodontitis can profoundly influence occlusal relationships and subsequent treatment planning. When periodontal inflammation is adequately controlled, orthodontic tooth movement may be incorporated within an interdisciplinary therapeutic fra...