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Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted on a sample of 120 patients who underwent orthodontic treatment. External root resorption was assessed using pre- and post-treatment panoramic radiographs. Correlations were established between the severity of external root resorption and various biological and dental risk factors. Results: Out of a total of 2639 teeth analyzed, 52.14% exhibited external root resorption, with most cases being mild to moderate (&lt;3 mm). The maxillary central incisors were the most affected teeth. Age showed a statistically significant correlation with the severity of external root resorption in the lower anterior region (p &lt; 0.01). No significant differences were observed in relation to gender, facial growth pattern, or type of dento-maxillary anomaly. Conclusions: External root resorption is a common consequence of orthodontic treatment, most often presenting with low severity. 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