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Managing complex orthodontic problems: the use of implants for anchorage
1Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle 98195, USA.
Seminars in Orthodontics
|June 1, 1996
Summary
Dental implants can serve as orthodontic anchors for tooth movement in adults with missing teeth. They can later function as abutments for crowns, aiding complex orthodontic cases.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Dental Implantology
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Partially edentulous adult orthodontic patients often face challenges with insufficient anchorage for complex tooth movements.
- Traditional orthodontic mechanics can be complicated or impossible due to missing teeth.