11- Which RME Type Wins in the Long Run A 5-Year Comparison

Show notes

Comparison:

• Analyzed tooth-borne vs. tooth-borne-borne RME appliances
• Conducted via a randomized controlled trial with a five-year follow-up

Outcome:

• Both appliances stable long-term
• Minimal clinical differences despite measurable variation

Recommendation:

• Standard tooth-borne expanders sufficient for young patients
• Hybrid design may aid older adolescents or cases with higher skeletal resistance

Conclusion:

• Effectiveness and stability reaffirmed for both approaches

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