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François DARQUE [1], Skander ELLOUZE [2][1] DCD, SQODF, MCU Bordeaux II, 40, cours de Verdun, 33000 Bordeaux. [2] DCD, Centre médical El Farabi, 2091 El Menzah 6, Tunisie.
Tirés à part :
F. DARQUE[3] , DCD, SQODF, MCU Bordeaux II, 40, cours de Verdun, 33000 Bordeaux.
 fdarque001@cegetel.rss.fr
In recent years, researchers have aimed consistently to develop skeletal anchorage devices. In this article, we describe our three-year experience using mini implants and their impact on our design and implementation of numerous forms of orthodontic treatment. Regular use of these devices has enabled us principally to: - dispense with the need for patient cooperation which is often essential for successful treatment,
- shorten treatment time,
- offer alternative forms of treatment in critical situations: extensive edentulousness, poor periodontal environment, salvage of treatment failures, asymmetry, etc.
We review first some basic principles before presenting and discussing several clinical cases treated using mini implants.
Keywords:
mini implants
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anchorage
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clinical cases
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