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Predrilling of the implant site: Is it necessary for orthodontic mini-implants?
1Department of Orthodontics, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, USA. sxb155@case.edu
Abstract:
Mini-implants are becoming increasingly popular in orthodontic practice. However, there is still controversy about the need for implant-site preparation. This article reviews the current literature to answer the question: is predrilling is necessary for orthodontic mini-implants?