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Controlling mechanical undesirable side effects with a tooth indicated for extraction: free anchorage
André da Costa Monini1, Luiz Gonzaga Gandini, Marcia Regina Elisa Aparecida Schiavon Gandini
1Faculty of Dentistry Araraquara, São Paulo State University, São Paulo, Brazil.
Summary
Using an extracted tooth as anchorage can reduce orthodontic treatment time. This method redirects unwanted side effects to a tooth already slated for removal, improving efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontic treatment
- Dental anchorage
- Tooth movement
Background:
- A mesially tipped mandibular right second molar required uprighting.
- The treatment plan included extraction of the contralateral mandibular left first premolar.
Observation:
- The mandibular left first premolar was used as an anchorage aid.
- Undesirable side effects from uprighting the second molar were directed to the first premolar.
Findings:
- The orthodontic uprighting of the second molar was successfully achieved.
- The first premolar was extracted after the second molar was vertical.
Implications:
- Directing orthodontic side effects to an indicated extraction site can optimize treatment.
- This approach may significantly reduce overall orthodontic treatment duration.
