Revisiting the stability of mini-implants used for orthodontic anchorage

The aim of this study is to comprehensively analyze the potential factors affecting the failure rates of three types of mini-implants used for orthodontic anchorage. Methods: Data were collected on 727 mini-implants (miniplates, predrilled titanium miniscrews, and self-drilling stainless steel minis...

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Main Authors: Chung-Chen Jane Yao, Hao-Hueng Chang, Jenny Zwei-Chieng Chang, Hsiang-Hua Lai, Shao-Chun Lu, Yi-Jane Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-11-01
Series:Journal of the Formosan Medical Association
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0929664614002320