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"En masse" retraction of maxillary anterior teeth with anterior headgear.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  9387832     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
In the treatment of the first premolar extraction cases with certain techniques, incisor retraction is realized after canine distalization. In maximum anchorage cases, retraction of anterior segments require more posterior anchorage. This treatment concept is still valid, however, the difficult anchorage control is considered a major drawback. The purpose of this study is to introduce our technique for the "en masse" retraction of maxillary anterior teeth after first premolar extraction and discuss its effects. The technique consists of the application of extraoral traction on canines, followed by banding of maxillary anterior teeth, to form them as a mass. Advantages of our mechanics are as follows: (1) Anterior headgear may have the advantage of retracting anterior teeth with minimum strain on posterior anchorage. (2) The adjustability of the outer bow in relation to the premaxilla's center of resistance, provides effective desired movements. (3) Intrusion and torque control are achieved in the course of anterior segment retraction.
Authors:
E Güray; M Orhan
Publication Detail:
Type:  Case Reports; Comparative Study; Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics     Volume:  112     ISSN:  0889-5406     ISO Abbreviation:  Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop     Publication Date:  1997 Nov 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  1997-12-23     Completed Date:  1997-12-23     Revised Date:  2006-11-15    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8610224     Medline TA:  Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop     Country:  UNITED STATES    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  473-9     Citation Subset:  D; IM    
Affiliation:
Selçuk University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics, Konya, Turkey.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Adolescent
Bicuspid / surgery
Cephalometry
Cuspid
Extraoral Traction Appliances*
Female
Humans
Incisor
Malocclusion, Angle Class II / therapy*
Maxilla
Orthodontic Brackets
Orthodontic Wires
Orthodontics, Corrective / methods
Tooth Extraction

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