Comparison of the degree of deflection between titanium and stainless steel mini implants placed on the buccal shelf. In vitro study
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https://doi.org/10.29166/odontologia.vol27.n2.2025-e7611Keywords:
mini implants, titanium mini implants, stainless steel mini implants, deflection, buccal shelfAbstract
Dental anchorage is a key component in orthodontic treatment, helping to control unwanted tooth movement, including reciprocal, reinforced, stationary, cortical and skeletal anchorage; mini-implants are used as a solution to improve control of tooth movement. Mini-implants, introduced in 1997, offer a stable and mechanical option to reduce dependence on patient cooperation. This work compares stainless steel and titanium mini-implants placed in the buccal shelf of pig jaws to evaluate their deflection under controlled loads. A sample of 20 pig jaws and 40 mini-implants (20 stainless steel and 20 titanium) were used, analyzing the deflection of the implants by precise measurement and the application of a 200 gram load. The results of this study provide information on the viability and effectiveness of mini-implants, specifically regarding their resistance to deflection, which contributes to improving orthodontic practice in terms of accuracy and long-term stability.
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