Abstract
The purpose of this article is to update clinicians on the current concepts and versatile uses and clinical applications of skeletal anchorage in orthodontics. Topics discussed include clinical indications, implant types, surgical sites, biomechanics, treatment time, and treatment outcomes.
MeSH terms
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Biomechanical Phenomena
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Bone Screws
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Clinical Protocols
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Dental Implantation, Endosseous / methods*
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Dental Implants
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Humans
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Malocclusion / therapy
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Orthodontic Anchorage Procedures / instrumentation
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Orthodontic Anchorage Procedures / methods*
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Orthodontic Appliance Design
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Orthodontics / methods*
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Tooth Movement Techniques / instrumentation*