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Uses of implants in orthodontics
1Department of Orthodontics, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Seattle.
Dental Clinics of North America
|July 1, 1988
Summary
Osseointegrated implants offer reliable anchorage for dental rehabilitation and orthodontic tooth movement. This technology shows potential for modifying facial growth, even in partially edentulous patients, with no foreseeable technological barriers.
Area of Science:
- Dental Science
- Orthodontics
- Biomaterials Engineering
Background:
- Endosseous implants are established for dental rehabilitation.
- Osseointegrated implants offer unique anchorage possibilities.
- Partially edentulous patients can benefit from implant-supported prosthetics and orthodontic anchorage.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the application of osseointegrated implants in orthodontics.
- To evaluate the potential of implants for both tooth and bone movement.
- To assess the feasibility of using implants to modify facial growth.
Main Methods:
- Review of current endosseous implant technology.
- Analysis of osseointegration principles for orthodontic anchorage.
- Conceptualization of implant use in partially edentulous patients.
- Exploration of implant-based facial growth modification.
Main Results:
- Osseointegrated implants provide stable anchorage for orthodontic tooth movement.
- Implants can serve as abutments for bridges in partially edentulous patients.
- Implant technology is applicable to modifying facial growth, with no current technological limitations.
Conclusions:
- Endosseous implants represent a versatile tool in orthodontics.
- Osseointegrated implants can facilitate complex tooth and bone movements.
- Future applications include significant modifications of facial growth patterns.