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An Improved Mechanical Testing Method to Assess Bone-implant Anchorage
Published on: February 10, 2014
[Embedded micro-screws, the universal bone anchorage]
Introduction:
This article revises how embedded micro-screws are used for orthodontic anchorage and points out advantages.
Materials And Methods:
The use of surgical screws, their placement and connections are described in detail. The clinical methodology is explained step by step with illustrations and clinical cases.
Results:
Using micro-screw has no doubt many advantages, at the material, anatomic, surgical and mechanical level, as well as the comfort and reliability it provides. It represents a real universal bone anchorage.
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