The Differentiation of Triple Junction Telescopic Tube Space Maintainer From Space Maintainer Type I to Increase Intermolar With Premature Loss of Children

Abstract

Background: Dental caries may lead to premature loss of the deciduous tooth. If it is left untreated it will lead to abnormal occlusion in children. The appliance used for preventive orthodontic is a space maintainer (SM). The existing appliance is rigid so far and does not follow the jaw growth. Thus, innovative design is required. Purpose: This study aims to compare the Triple Junction Telescopic Tube (TJTT SM) and Space Maintainer Type I (SM Type I) clinical result in terms of intermolar distance. Methods: This research is a clinical experiment non-randomized controlled trial research design. The subject was children ranging from 6-14 years old. The sample is taken with consecutive (non-probability sampling) and open-label, involving 30 subjects with SM type I treatment and 30 subjects with TJTT SM treatment, at Dental Hospital of Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta. Results: The results showed that the difference intermolar distances were 1.09 mm TJTT SM and 0.87 mm SM Type I. Conclusion: The conclusion is TJTT SM is capable of following the growth and development of the jaw in lateral (based on intermolar 1.09 mm) and anterior (1.12 mm) also needs to be further developed.