Use of Orthodontic Mini-Implants in Conjunction with Elastics for Extrusion of Impacted Canines and Correction of Bimaxillary Protrusion

• Published in: Journal of pharmacy & bioallied science Vol. 16; no. Suppl 3; pp. S2864 - S2867
• Main Authors: Sawant, Hitesh R, Gangurde, Parag V, Shetty, Nityanand S, Sachdev, Sanpreet S, Gaikwad, Shashank S, Jadhav, Sheetal M
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: India Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd 01-07-2024; Wolters Kluwer - Medknow; Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
• Subjects: Alveolar bone; biomechanics; Bone biomechanics; Bone implants; Canine teeth; Growth patterns; Original Research; orthodontic extrusion; Orthodontics; traction; Biomechanics; traction; orthodontic extrusion
• ISSN: 0976-4879; 0975-7406
• DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_581_24

Orthodontic extrusion of canines, although challenging, can yield excellent results without tooth extraction. Temporary anchorage devices (TADs), involving mini-implants in the alveolar bone, offer stable anchorage via biomechanics. This case report details orthodontic extrusion of bilaterally impacted maxillary canines using TAD mini-implants and elastics. The patient had bimaxillary protrusion, moderate crowding, deep bite, and vertical growth pattern, necessitating careful treatment planning. The combination of TAD mini-implants with Class-II elastics simplified biomechanics. The treatment achieved efficient results, maintained adjacent teeth positioning, and improved patient compliance.