Root shortening decisions
Before-and-after radiographs can show measured root-length change. A clinician interprets that finding in treatment context; tooth appearance or phone progress photographs cannot supply that root assessment. ↗
The open-bite study's research CBCT protocol is not a universal imaging schedule. ↗
The next conversation.
A root finding changes the balance between desired tooth movement and concern about further root change. Continuing, revising goals or ending active care can leave different goals unmet. ↗
A 2019 Dutch fixed-appliance guideline supports shared decisions and informing the general dentist, so later care can consider the affected roots. Its management and aftercare advice was largely consensus; it cannot give an individual prognosis or universal follow-up schedule. ↗
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