The need for patient cooperation, especially in the use of extraoral appliances, has led orthodontists to seek treatment methods that do not require patient cooperation and shorten the treatment time by providing continuous anchorage control. As a result of the studies, the use of intrabone screws and mini plates has come to the fore.
MINI SCREW
There are many screw brands and types produced for orthodontic use.
Advantages of mini screws used for orthodontic purposes
1)Easy to place in the mouth
2)Easily removed at the end of treatment
3)They are small in size and can be applied to many areas
/> 4)After placement, force can be applied in a short time
Screws can be placed in various areas depending on the tooth movement desired to be achieved. They are applied to the middle of the palate, the upper jaw bone, the oblique edge of the lower jaw and most commonly to the bone compartment between two teeth.
Clinical application of screws is simple. After the anesthesia is applied to numb only the gum of the area where the screw will be placed, the screws are placed at the appropriate inclination using a special driver.
Whether the screw is placed properly is checked by periapical x-ray.
Thanks to the screws, it is easier and easier to perform all kinds of tooth movements. It is performed in a shorter time.
MINI PLATE
The advantage of mini plates over screws is that they can be loaded with heavy forces, but recently the properties of screws have improved and they can be loaded with heavier forces. Although it can be downloaded, it has lost its former popularity. Additionally, mini plaques cannot be placed in every area. Their prices are also more expensive than mini screws.
It is especially preferred in open bite treatment in cases where molars need to be buried.
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