Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 25, 2026
07:17
Studying Orthodontic Tooth Movement in Mice
Published on: August 2, 2024
1.5K
Possible Complications With Implant Site Development Utilizing Orthodontic Extrusion: Three Case Reports
1Assistant Professor, Division of Periodontics, Section of Oral, Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Sciences, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, New York.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995)
|May 9, 2019
Summary
Orthodontic extrusion can enhance implant sites, but improper mechanics may cause bone loss. This article reviews techniques to avoid complications and improve outcomes in forced eruption procedures.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Implantology
Background:
- Orthodontic extrusion, or forced eruption, is utilized to augment bone and soft tissue dimensions for future dental implant recipient sites.
- Controlled coronal force application aims to enhance these dimensions, potentially improving implant success rates.
Observation:
- Improper application of orthodontic mechanics during extrusion can paradoxically lead to bone loss instead of the desired bone gain.
- Unfavorable outcomes and complications associated with orthodontic extrusion have been documented in existing literature.
Findings:
- This article critically evaluates various techniques proposed to mitigate complications and achieve favorable results in orthodontic extrusion.
- It elucidates potential reasons for complications, focusing on mechanical aspects like bracket positioning and wire mechanics.
- Case reports illustrate these mechanical considerations in three clinical scenarios.
Implications:
- Proper understanding and application of orthodontic mechanics are crucial for successful forced eruption and bone augmentation.
- This review provides insights for clinicians to optimize techniques and minimize risks associated with orthodontic extrusion for implant site development.
Related Concept Videos
01:24Hemodialysis II: Procedure and Complications
745
DialyzersA hemodialysis (HD) dialyzer is a plastic cartridge containing thousands of parallel hollow fibers, which serve as semipermeable membranes. These fibers are typically made from cellulose-based or other synthetic materials. During HD, blood is pumped into the top of the cartridge and distributed among these fibers. Simultaneously, dialysis fluid, known as dialysate, is introduced into the bottom of the cartridge, bathing the outside of the fibers. Across the semipermeable membrane,...
745
01:15Diabetes: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Complications
2.1K
For most patients, experiencing several weeks of polyuria, polydipsia, fatigue, and significant weight loss may indicate the presence of diabetes. Furthermore, adults displaying the phenotypic appearance of type 2 diabetes (particularly those who are obese and not initially insulin-requiring), may have islet cell autoantibodies, suggesting autoimmune-mediated β cell destruction and a diagnosis of latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA). The categorization of glucose homeostasis is...
2.1K
01:30Pneumonia III: Complications and Assessment
818
Pneumonia poses the potential for numerous complications that warrant consideration. These complications include the following:
818
01:24Data Reporting and Recording
5.4K
Reporting and recording are crucial in data documentation. The timely, thorough, and accurate documentation of facts is essential when recording patient data. Failure to record findings during an assessment or interpretation of a problem will result in loss of information and make the patient document unreliable. The reader is left with general impressions if the information is not specific. A recording is documenting data of the individual's health information in a traceable, secure, and...
5.4K
01:24Asthma-III: Symptoms and Complications
3.3K
Asthma, a common chronic respiratory condition, is classified considering the frequency and severity of symptoms alongside lung function impairment. Understanding this classification is essential for appropriate treatment and management. Here's a detailed look at the classification of asthma and its clinical features and complications:
Classification of Asthma
Classification of Asthma
3.3K
01:25Types of Reports I: Hands-off Report
1.5K
A hand-off report, also known as a change-of-shift report, is a crucial nursing process that ensures the smooth transition of patient care responsibilities between nursing staff.
Following are the key components and categories of hand-off reports:
Purpose and Process:
Following are the key components and categories of hand-off reports:
Purpose and Process:
1.5K