Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Orthodontic tooth movement is basically a biologic response towards a mechanical force. It is challenge to orthodontist as orthodontic treatment may cause irritation among adults plus increasing risks of caries, gingival recession, and root resorption and to reduce the time duration is need of the hour. In recent time several drugs have been devised to alter the rate of orthodontic tooth movement. Present review article is an attempt to discuss various drugs and their pharmacological action which promote or suppress orthodontic tooth movement.
Key words: Orthodontic tooth movement, Osteoclast, Bone resorption, Root resorption