Welcome to the "Biological Mechanisms of Tooth Movement & Craniofacial
Adaptation" homepage. Orthodontic tooth movement results from a comprehensive remodeling of all paradental tissues, and activation of all native and migratory cell types. Optimal tooth movement, i.e., efficient, comfortable, and non-tissue damaging, is attainable when knowledge derived from basic science research is adopted and utilized by clinicians. Therefore, the content of this conference reflects our desire to bring recent advances in biology and biomechanics to the attention of those people whose main focus is on the art and science of orthodontics. Consequently, the scope of this conference is broad, encompassing entities such as mechanisms of neuromuscular adaptation, growth and development, treatments, biomechanics, implants, biocompatability of metallic implants and other new alloys, molecular genetics, response of cells in vitro to applied mechanical forces, and the reasons for excessive dental root resorption. Some of the presentations are about benefits derived from new clinical procedures, and pitfalls that may be encountered as outcomes of their implementation. Our expectation is that scientists who attend these lectures may offer solutions based on their basic research. Additionally they can learn about clinical problems and collaborate with clinicians to improve patient care.
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