Question 101 · LDEK · Biomechanics and tissue response to treatment

The optimal orthodontic force used for intrusion is:

  1. A. 15-25 g.
  2. B. 30-50 g.
  3. C. 50-75 g.
  4. D. 100-150 g.
  5. E. 150-300 g.
Hint

During this movement the load concentrates on a small area at the apex: should the force be the lightest or the heaviest of all movements?

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