True or False: Osteotomy primarily speeds up tooth movement by inducing RAP.

The assertion that osteotomy primarily speeds up tooth movement by inducing Rapid Alveolar Remodeling (RAP) is not accurate, which is why the answer is considered false. Osteotomies are surgical procedures that involve the cutting of bone to realign teeth and improve skeletal relationships, but their primary purpose is not solely to facilitate faster tooth movement through RAP.

RAP is a biological response that occurs after any form of bone injury, including osteotomy, and can enhance tooth movement by creating a more favorable environment for orthodontic forces. However, the primary goal of performing an osteotomy is to achieve surgical correction of dental and skeletal irregularities. While an osteotomy may coincidentally lead to faster tooth movement due to the effects of RAP, this is not its main function or reason for being performed. Therefore, the false answer reflects an understanding of the distinction between the purpose of surgical procedures and the biological processes that may occur as a consequence.

Choosing the option that states this assertion is false aligns with the understanding of both the osteotomy’s role in orthodontics and the factors influencing tooth movement beyond mere surgical intervention.