Efficacy of Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) in late adolescents and adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) is a non-surgical treatment for transverse maxillary deficiency. However, there is limited evidence concerning its efficacy.

Objectives: This systematic review aims to evaluate the efficacy of MARPE in late adolescents and adults by assessing success rate and skeletal and dental transverse maxillary expansion, as well as treatment duration, dental and periodontal side effects and soft tissue effects.

Optimal force magnitude for bodily orthodontic tooth movement with fixed appliances: A systematic review.

Introduction: There is a high degree of uncertainty regarding the appropriate force level that should be applied during orthodontic tooth movement (OTM). As a result, orthodontic treatments may take longer than necessary, leading to unwanted side effects. This review aimed to identify an optimal force range with the rate of OTM as the primary outcome.