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Mini-implant supported molar distalization
Amit Goyal, BM Shivalinga, H Jyothikiran, Vishal Patel
Department of Orthodontics, and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Guru Nanak Dev Dental College and Research Centre, Sunam, Punjab, India
Correspondence Address:
Amit Goyal
Senior Lecturer, Department of Orthodontics, Guru Nanak Dev Dental College, Sunam, Punjab
India
 Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None  | Check |
DOI: 10.4103/0974-6781.102237
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Temporary anchorage devices popularly called mini-implants or mini-screws are the latest addition to an orthodontist's armamentarium. The following case report describes the treatment of a 16-year-old girl with a pleasant profile, moderate crowding and Class II molar relationship. Maxillary molar distalization was planned and mini-implants were used to preserve the anterior anchorage. After 13 months of treatment Class I molar and canine relation was achieved bilaterally and there was no anterior proclination. Thus mini-implants provide a viable option to the clinician to carry out difficult tooth movements without any side effects. |
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