Effect of exogenous retinoic acid on tooth movement and periodontium healing following tooth extraction in a rat model

ConclusionThe isotretinoin did not affect the OTM nor did it cause an alteration in maxillary bone volume. This exogenous acid may contribute to the acceleration of gingival healing.

Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - June 23, 2017 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Nishio, P. Rompr é, F. Moldovan Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research