Orthodontics. Part 9: Anchorage control and distal movement

Anchorage is an important consideration when planning orthodontic tooth movement. Unwanted tooth movement known as loss of anchorage can have a detrimental effect on the treatment outcome. Anchorage can be sourced from the teeth, the oral mucosa and underlying bone, implants and extra orally. If ext...

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Published inBritish dental journal Vol. 196; no. 5; pp. 255 - 263
Main Authors Roberts-Harry, D, Sandy, J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England Nature Publishing Group 13.03.2004
Subjects
Alveolar Process
Dental Implantation, Endosseous
Dental Implants
Dentistry
Extraoral Traction Appliances
Humans
Mouth Mucosa
Orthodontic Appliance Design
Orthodontic Appliances
Palate, Hard
Tooth
Tooth Movement Techniques - instrumentation
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Summary:Anchorage is an important consideration when planning orthodontic tooth movement. Unwanted tooth movement known as loss of anchorage can have a detrimental effect on the treatment outcome. Anchorage can be sourced from the teeth, the oral mucosa and underlying bone, implants and extra orally. If extra-oral anchorage is used, particularly with a facebow then the use of at least two safety devices is mandatory.
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ISSN:0007-0610
1476-5373
DOI:10.1038/sj.bdj.4811031