MAGNETS IN ORTHODONTICS

Author(s)	Dr. REVANTH REDDY TEEPIREDDY
Country	India
Abstract	Magnets have been employed in dentistry for many years, most commonly to aid in the retention of dentures and overdentures. In recent times, magnets and magnetic forces have also been proposed as alternatives to traditional orthodontic devices such as elastics, springs, and archwires. Magnetic devices offer a convenient and biologically safe method for generating the forces required for orthodontic tooth movement. However, the force between two magnets decreases significantly with distance, and even at short separations, the resulting forces may be quite low. Additionally, magnets can suffer a considerable loss of magnetic flux—and therefore force—when exposed to heat. The orientation of one magnet relative to another is also crucial; if not properly aligned, the force between them can drop substantially. This review article explores various clinical applications of magnets in dentistry, highlighting their potential in diverse treatment scenarios.
Keywords	Applications, Types, Magnets in Orthodontics.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On	2025-06-19
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.48555
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9qw96

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