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The Begg's uprighting spring - Revisited.
Vinay Kumar1, Shobha Sundareswaran2
1Oral Health Sciences Center, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Journal of Orthodontic Science
|February 7, 2015
Summary
Uprighting springs are popular in orthodontics for crown uprighting and posterior protraction. This study presents a simple chairside method for fabricating customized uprighting springs, simplifying their application.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Biomaterials Engineering
Background:
- Uprighting springs are key components of the Begg light wire differential force technique.
- They are increasingly utilized in modern preadjusted edgewise appliance systems.
- These springs facilitate mesiodistal crown uprighting and serve as braking auxiliaries for posterior protraction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a straightforward chairside fabrication method for customized uprighting springs.
- To provide guidance on tailoring springs for specific crown/root movement requirements.
- To clarify the fabrication process, addressing common confusion regarding coil and active arm placement.
Main Methods:
- Development of a simple chairside technique for fabricating and customizing uprighting springs.
- Focus on adapting the springs to achieve precise crown/root movement for orthodontic correction.
Main Results:
- A practical and rapid chairside method for creating customized uprighting springs has been established.
- The technique simplifies the fabrication process, reducing potential confusion in spring design.
Conclusions:
- The presented method offers an efficient way to fabricate and customize uprighting springs chairside.
- This approach serves as a valuable guide, enhancing the predictability and ease of using uprighting springs in orthodontic treatments.
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