Effect of Serum Vitamin D on MARPE Treatment Response

"Vitamin D Supplementation: Vitamin D plays a crucial role in calcium absorption, bone health, immune system function, and cellular growth. It is primarily obtained through sunlight exposure, certain foods, and supplements. In the context of your study, Vitamin D supplementation will be used to improve the Vitamin D levels in patients undergoing Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) treatment.~Key Points:~Purpose: To correct Vitamin D deficiency, which may affect bone metabolism and orthodontic treatment outcomes.~Administration: Vitamin D supplementation is typically provided in the form of oral tablets or soft gels, with a usual dosage of 800-2000 IU per day, depending on the individual's baseline levels.~Measurement: Vitamin D levels will be measured at the beginning and end of treatment using 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D tests to assess the effectiveness of supplementation.~Effect on MARPE: Adequate Vitamin D levels may support better bone remodeling and healing, pote"