Introduction In this study, we aimed to determine the effect of bone mineral density (BMD), cortical bone thickness (CBT), screw position, and screw design on the stability of miniscrews. Methods…
Introduction Miniscrews often loosen during orthodontic treatment, especially in teenage patients. The purposes of this study were to explore the differences of the pullout strengths of miniscrews placed in the…
A WiPics transmitter allows wireless tranfer of images from the camera to the computer as the photos are being shot. This article describes this novel technological approach and its application…
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Introduction It is not known whether the design of the expander has an effect on initial adaptation, comfort level, speech, chewing, and swallowing, or whether age is a crucial aspect…
This case report describes the retreatment of a patient with Marfan syndrome whose earlier orthodontic and surgical treatment had been unsuccessful. Marfan syndrome is an inherited connective tissue disorder transmitted…
Introduction Mini-implants are often immediately loaded for orthodontic treatment; however, changes in interfacial tissues caused by early loading and its effects might compromise the mini-implant’s function. The purpose of this…
Introduction A systematic review of effects related to patient, screw, surgery, and loading on the stability of miniscrews was conducted. Methods Reports of clinical trials published before September 2007 with…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to investigate the success rate of midpalatal miniscrews used for orthodontic anchorage and the factors affecting clinical success. Methods One hundred twenty-eight consecutive…
Introduction The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of miniscrew implant orientation on the resistance to failure at the implant-bone interface. Methods Miniscrew implants (IMTEC, Ardmore, Okla)…
