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The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of bone–miniscrew contact percentage (BMC%) and bone quality and quantity on orthodontic miniscrew stability and the maximum insertion torque value (ITV). Orthodontic miniscrews of five different dimensions and several bovine iliac bone specimens were used in the evaluation. Miniscrews of each dimension group were inserted into 20 positions in bovine iliac bone specimens. The experiment was divided into three parts: (1) Bone quality and quantity were evaluated using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and microcomputed tomography. (2) The 3D BMC% was calculated. (3) The ITVs during miniscrew insertion were recorded to evaluate the stability of the orthodontic miniscrews. The results indicated that longer and thicker miniscrews enabled higher ITVs. CBCT was used to accurately measure cortical bone thickness (r = 0.939, P < 0.05) and to predict the bone volume fraction of cancellous bone (r = 0.752, P < 0.05). BMC% was significantly influenced by miniscrew length. The contribution of cortical bone thickness to the ITV is greater than that of cancellous bone structure, and the contribution of cortical bone thickness to BMC% is greater than that of cancellous bone structure. Finally, the higher is BMC%, the greater is the ITV. This study concludes that use of CBCT may predict the mechanical stability of orthodontic miniscrews.
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Budsabong C, Trachoo V, Pittayapat P, Chantarawaratit PO. The association between thread pitch and cortical bone thickness influences the primary stability of orthodontic miniscrew implants: a study in human cadaver palates. J World Fed Orthod 2022; 11:68-73. [PMID: 35000882 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejwf.2021.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Revised: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to mathematically evaluate the influence of variations in thread pitch and cortical bone thickness on the maximum insertion torque (MIT) and implant stability (IS) of miniscrew implants (MIs). METHODS Sixty custom made MIs with a 0.4-, 0.6-, 0.8-, 1.0-, or 1.2-mm thread pitch,12 for each pitch, were randomly placed into the palates of 10 embalmed human maxillae. The MIT was measured with a hand-operated digital torque reader screwdriver with a holding guide, and the IS test was performed using Anycheck. Conebeam computerized tomography was used to measure the cortical bone thickness(CBT) at each MI site. One-way ANOVA, Tukey post hoc test, Pearson's correlation,and multiple linear regression models were performed using the SPSS program. RESULTS The MIT and IS tests demonstrated a pitch-dependent decrease. The pitch had a strong negative correlation with MIT and IS, while the CBT had a strong positive correlation with those outcomes. The association between pitch and CBT significantly influenced MI primary stability. Moreover, a strong correlation was found between MIT and IS. CONCLUSIONS The MI primary stability, MIT, and IS are strongly influenced by theassociation between MI thread pitch and CBT.
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- Chalermporn Budsabong
- Post-graduate student in rescidency program, Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Lecturer, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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Guided Insertion of Temporary Anchorage Device in Form of Orthodontic Titanium Miniscrews with Customized 3D Templates—A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Clinical Studies. COATINGS 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/coatings11121488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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(1) Background: Miniscrew insertion, using a surgical guide, aims to avoid possible adverse effects or complications. With the higher availability of both 3D imaging and printing, 3D surgical guides have been used more frequently in orthodontics. The aim of the present systematic review was to find scientific clinical evidence concerning the precision of the 3D guided insertion of miniscrews for temporary orthodontic anchorage. (2) Methods: Literature searches were performed in the following five search engines: Pubmed (Medline), Pubmed Central, Scopus, Web of Science and Embase on 10 September 2021 (articles from 1950 to 10 September 2021). A meta-analysis was performed using the random-effect model, with Standardized Mean Differences (SMD) and 95% confidence intervals (95% CI) calculated as effect estimates. The heterogeneity was assessed quantitatively. (3) Results: The search strategy identified 671 potential articles. After the removal of duplicates, 530 articles were analyzed. Subsequently, 487 papers were excluded, because they were not associated with the subject of the study. Of the remaining 43 papers, 34 were excluded because they did not meet the methodological criteria. Finally, only nine papers were subjected to a qualitative analysis. (4) Conclusions: The current literature concerning guided miniscrew insertion reveals, for the most part, a low methodological level. High-quality clinical trials are in the minority. The use of surgical guides increases insertion accuracy, stability and reduces the failure rate of orthodontic miniscrews. Tooth-borne insertion guides supported on the edges of the teeth ensure a higher insertion precision compared to mucosa-borne ones. The study protocol was registered in PROSPERO under the number CRD42021267248.
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Nenen F, Garnica N, Rojas V, Oyonarte R. Comparison of the primary stability of orthodontic miniscrews after repeated insertion cycles. Angle Orthod 2021; 91:336-342. [PMID: 33378455 DOI: 10.2319/050120-375.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2020] [Accepted: 10/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To compare the primary stability of miniscrews after repeated cycles of insertion through insertion torque (IT) measurements and resonance frequency analysis (RFA). MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty titanium miniscrews were divided into two groups according to the insertion protocol: one with predrilled sites and the other self-drilled into porcine iliac crest bone specimens. Each group had three cycles of reinsertion. After each insertion, the IT and RFA were measured. The IT was measured by using a torque meter, and the RFA was measured using the Osstell ISQ device. A total of five miniscrews of each group were selected for sequential assessment of the morphology of their tip and threads using scanning electron microscopy after each insertion cycle. RESULTS No statistically significant differences were found in the IT values of miniscrews reinserted up to three times in the group with predrilled surgical sites. The IT value increased significantly with the number of reinsertions in the self-drilled group. The RFA value decreased as the number of insertions increased in both groups. CONCLUSIONS Under the conditions of this in vitro study, reinserting miniscrews deteriorates the integrity of their tip and thread. Reinsertion should be discouraged particularly when insertion sites are not predrilled.
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H H, G W, E H. The clinical significance of implant stability quotient (ISQ) measurements: A literature review. J Oral Biol Craniofac Res 2020; 10:629-638. [PMID: 32983857 DOI: 10.1016/j.jobcr.2020.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2020] [Revised: 06/22/2020] [Accepted: 07/13/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Implant stability quotients (ISQ values) are obtained in dental clinical practice on a non-invasive basis by resonance frequency measurement rapidly after surgical placement of implants. The ISQ-values are used as indicator for mechanical implant stability, and are believed to have predictive power for clinical outcome. It is the aim of this review to provide a synopsis of all factors described in the literature that influence ISQ measurements by performing an exhaustive literature review; moreover, this review aims at elucidating the key factors relevant for a rapid clinical predictive assessment. We searched systematically and exhaustively all major databases for publications relating to ISQ measurement methodology and for ISQ-influencing factor analyses. The reports identified were ordered in experimental (preclinical) studies and in clinical publications. We were able to identify 13 basic factors influencing ISQ-measurements. Among these, local bone quality, playing a key role in such measurements, was subdivided in four specific subfactors; thus a total of 17 individual factors was identified and reported to influence ISQ-measurements. A comprehensive list of these factors is provided in Table-form. A critical analysis points out that only 6 of these factors are of a sound predictive power useful for a rapid clinical assessment; and only two of these factors appear to have a well-documented scientific basis.
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- Huang H
- Department of Oral Implantology and Prosthetic Dentistry, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije University Amsterdam, Gustav Mahlerlaan, 3004, 1081LA Amsterdam, Nord-Holland, the Netherlands.,Department of Osteoporosis, Inselspital Bern University Hospital, Freiburgstrasse 3, CH-3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Oral Implantology and Prosthetic Dentistry, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam and Vrije University Amsterdam, Gustav Mahlerlaan, 3004, 1081LA Amsterdam, Nord-Holland, the Netherlands
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- Department of Osteoporosis, Inselspital Bern University Hospital, Freiburgstrasse 3, CH-3010, Bern, Switzerland.,Departments of Osteoporosis and Orthopaedic Surgery, Inselspital Bern University Hospital, Freiburgstrasse 3, CH-3010, Bern, Switzerland
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Hosein YK, Dixon SJ, Rizkalla AS, Tassi A. A novel technique for measurement of orthodontic mini-implant stability using the Osstell ISQ device. Angle Orthod 2018; 89:284-291. [PMID: 30382751 DOI: 10.2319/011518-46.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To develop and validate a method for application of the Osstell ISQ device in the assessment of mini-implant stability. MATERIALS AND METHODS An adaptor was developed for attachment of Osstell's SmartPeg onto a variety of orthodontic mini-implants. For validation of the adaptor, Benefit mini-implants were inserted into bone blocks that mimicked different stability conditions. The Osstell device was used to assess mini-implant stability with the adaptor (test measurement) and conventional SmartPeg attachment (gold-standard measurement). Implant stability quotient (ISQ) values were assessed for agreement, repeatability, and reproducibility. RESULTS Strong positive correlations were found between ISQ values obtained using the novel adaptor and the conventional attachment. Repeatability and reproducibility of ISQ values with the adaptor were similar to those obtained with the conventional attachment. CONCLUSIONS A method was developed and validated to assess the stability of orthodontic mini-implants using the Osstell system. The novel mini-implant adaptor provided repeatable and reproducible measurements of mini-implant stability, which agreed with those obtained using a conventional SmartPeg attachment. This adaptor permits noninvasive stability assessment of various designs of mini-implants, most of which are incompatible with the conventional SmartPeg attachment.
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Maya RR, Pinzan-Vercelino CRM, Gurgel JDA. Effect of vertical placement angle on the insertion torque of mini-implants in human alveolar bone. Dental Press J Orthod 2017; 21:47-52. [PMID: 27901228 PMCID: PMC5125170 DOI: 10.1590/2177-6709.21.5.047-052.oar] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2015] [Accepted: 05/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Objective: The aim of the present ex-vivo study was to evaluate the effect of the vertical placement angle of mini-implants on primary stability by analyzing maximum insertion torque (MIT). Methods: Mini-implants were placed in 30 human cadavers, inserted at either a 90° or 60° angle to the buccal surface of the maxillary first molar. Out of 60 self-drilling mini-implants used, half were of the cylindrical type and half were of the conical type. Primary stability was assessed by means of measuring the MIT. Data were subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Newman-Keuls tests. A significance level of 5% was adopted. Results: The MIT was higher for both mini-implant types when they were placed at a 90° angle (17.27 and 14.40 Ncm) compared with those placed at a 60° angle (14.13 and 11.40 Ncm). Conclusions: MIT values were differed according to the vertical mini-implant placement angle in the maxillary posterior area. Regardless of the type of mini-implant used, placement at a 90° angle resulted in a higher MIT.
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- Rafael Ribeiro Maya
- MSc in Orthodontics, Universidade Ceuma (UNICEUMA), São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil
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- Professor, Universidade Ceuma (UNICEUMA), Masters Program in Dentistry, São Luis, Maranhão, Brazil
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Effect of Anchor Length on the Pullout Strength of Palatal Mini Implants. IMPLANT DENT 2017; 26:553-558. [DOI: 10.1097/id.0000000000000579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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The Effect of Anchor Volume on the Mechanical Strengths of Orthodontic Micro-Implants. METALS 2017. [DOI: 10.3390/met7040112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Factors Affecting Dental Implant Stability Measured Using the Ostell Mentor Device: A Systematic Review. IMPLANT DENT 2017; 24:565-77. [PMID: 26244855 DOI: 10.1097/id.0000000000000308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to review the literature on factors that may affect dental implant stability as measured with the Ostell mentor device. MATERIALS AND METHODS A systematic search of the literature was performed in Pubmed, Scopus, and Cochrane databases using dental implants, stability, and resonance frequency analysis as key words. RESULTS The most relevant randomized controlled trials and clinical trials (n = 39) were selected from among 264 articles. CONCLUSIONS Many factors can affect dental implant stability as measured with the Ostell mentor device. This may be a useful instrument for deciding the timing of implant loading, but additional research is required to establish the reliability and predictability of resonance frequency analysis for the future osseointegration of dental implants, which remains controversial.
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Araghbidikashani M, Golshah A, Nikkerdar N, Rezaei M. In-vitro impact of insertion angle on primary stability of miniscrews. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2016; 150:436-43. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.02.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2015] [Revised: 02/01/2016] [Accepted: 02/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Carney LO, Campbell PM, Spears R, Ceen RF, Melo AC, Buschang PH. Effects of pilot holes on longitudinal miniscrew stability and bony adaptation. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2014; 146:554-64. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2014.07.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2014] [Revised: 07/01/2014] [Accepted: 07/01/2014] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Queiroz TP, Aguiar SC, Margonar R, de Souza Faloni AP, Gruber R, Luvizuto ER. Clinical study on survival rate of short implants placed in the posterior mandibular region: resonance frequency analysis. Clin Oral Implants Res 2014; 26:1036-42. [PMID: 24735480 DOI: 10.1111/clr.12394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/10/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Short implants are increasingly used, but there is doubt about their performance being similar to that of regular implants. The aim of this study was to compare the mechanical stability of short implants vs. regular implants placed in the edentulous posterior mandible. MATERIAL AND METHODS Twenty-three patients received a total of 48 short implants (5 × 5.5 mm and 5 × 7 mm) and 42 regular implants (4 × 10 mm and 4 × 11.5 mm) in the posterior mandible. Patients who received short implants had <10 mm of bone height measured from the bone crest to the outer wall of the mandibular canal. Resonance frequency analysis (RFA) was performed at time intervals T0 (immediately after implant placement), T1 (after 15 days), T2 (after 30 days), T3 (after 60 days), and T4 (after 90 days). RESULTS The survival rate after 90 days was 87.5% for the short implants and 100% for regular implants (P < 0.05). There was no significant difference between the implants in time intervals T1, T2, T3, and T4. In T0, the RFA values of 5 × 5.5 implants were higher than values of 5 × 7 and 4 × 11.5 implants (P < 0.05). A total of six short implants that were placed in four patients were lost (three of 5 × 5.5 mm and three of 5 × 7 mm). Three lost implants started with high ISQ values, which progressively decreased. The other three lost implants started with a slightly lower ISQ value, which rose and then began to fall. CONCLUSIONS Survival rate of short implants after 90 days was lower than that of regular implants. However, short implants may be considered a reasonable alternative for rehabilitation of severely resorbed mandibles with reduced height, to avoid performing bone reconstruction before implant placement. Patients need to be aware of the reduced survival rate compared with regular implants before implant placement to avoid disappointments.
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- Thallita P Queiroz
- Department of Health Sciences, Implantology Post Graduation Course, Dental School, University Center of Araraquara - UNIARA, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Health Sciences, Implantology Post Graduation Course, Dental School, University Center of Araraquara - UNIARA, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Health Sciences, Implantology Post Graduation Course, Dental School, University Center of Araraquara - UNIARA, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Health Sciences, Implantology Post Graduation Course, Dental School, University Center of Araraquara - UNIARA, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Oral Cell Biology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery and Integrated Clinic, Araçatuba Dental School, UNESP-Univ Estadual Paulista, Araçatuba, Brazil
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Primary stability comparison using piezoelectric or conventional implant site preparation systems in cancellous bone: a pilot study. IMPLANT DENT 2014; 23:79-84. [PMID: 24398848 DOI: 10.1097/id.0000000000000022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE This study compares implant primary stability achieved in cancellous bone after placement in piezoelectric prepared sites versus conventionally drilled sites. MATERIALS AND METHODS Four bovine ribs were randomly assigned and placed in a water bath at 36.5 °C. Five sites per rib (total n = 20 sites) were prepared using piezoelectric system (test) or conventional drills (control) with twenty 10 × 3.6-mm Implantium implants placed. Using Osstell Mentor quantitative analysis, 5 resonance frequency analysis [implant stability quotient {ISQ}] values per implant were recorded at 5 locations for a total of 100 measurements. RESULTS Independent t test analysis indicated significant difference in primary stabilities between groups: t (17) = 2.637, P = 0.17, with equal variance assumption satisfied (P = 0.196). Examination of means indicated a higher mean ISQ for piezoelectric than for conventional: 58.9 (+8.55) versus 49.2 (+7.33), respectively. Analysis of variance indicated a significant difference in mean ISQ value by rib. Tukey test indicated significantly higher ISQ values for rib A (test) than ribs B, C (control), and D (test). CONCLUSION Implant site preparation using the piezoelectric system gives higher implant primary stability in cancellous bone. However, variations in quality across bones may have affected the results.
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Yoo SH, Park YC, Hwang CJ, Kim JY, Choi EH, Cha JY. A comparison of tapered and cylindrical miniscrew stability. Eur J Orthod 2013; 36:557-62. [PMID: 24355870 DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cjt092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study compared the stability of tapered miniscrews with cylindrical miniscrews. MATERIALS/METHODS One hundred and five tapered and 122 cylindrical self-drilling miniscrews were placed into the maxillary and mandibular buccal alveolar areas of 132 patients (43 males and 89 females). The insertion torque and removal torque were measured and Periotest values (PTVs) were recorded at implantation. RESULTS The success rates of the tapered and cylindrical miniscrews examined were similar. In the maxilla, the insertion torque of the tapered miniscrews (8.3 Ncm) was significantly higher than that of the cylindrical miniscrews (6.3 Ncm) (P < 0.05). The PTVs of the tapered miniscrews were statistically significantly lower in the maxilla (P < 0.05). The removal torque values showed no significant difference between the tapered and cylindrical miniscrews in the upper and lower buccal areas (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Tapered miniscrews had higher initial stability when compared to cylindrical miniscrews, whereas the clinical success rates and removal torques were similar between the two designs. The long-term stability is not directly affected by the miniscrew design.
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- Seong-Hun Yoo
- *Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry and Institute of Craniofacial Deformity, Yonsei University, Seoul, and
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- *Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry and Institute of Craniofacial Deformity, Yonsei University, Seoul, and
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- *Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry and Institute of Craniofacial Deformity, Yonsei University, Seoul, and
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- *Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry and Institute of Craniofacial Deformity, Yonsei University, Seoul, and
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- **Institute of Lifestyle Medicine, Wonju College of Medicine, Yonsei University, South Korea
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- *Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry and Institute of Craniofacial Deformity, Yonsei University, Seoul, and,
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Pan CY, Chou ST, Tseng YC, Yang YH, Wu CY, Lan TH, Liu PH, Chang HP. Influence of different implant materials on the primary stability of orthodontic mini-implants. Kaohsiung J Med Sci 2012; 28:673-8. [PMID: 23217360 DOI: 10.1016/j.kjms.2012.04.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2011] [Accepted: 12/21/2011] [Indexed: 10/28/2022] Open
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This study evaluates the influence of different implant materials on the primary stability of orthodontic mini-implants by measuring the resonance frequency. Twenty-five orthodontic mini-implants with a diameter of 2 mm were used. The first group contained stainless steel mini-implants with two different lengths (10 and 12 mm). The second group included titanium alloy mini-implants with two different lengths (10 and 12 mm) and stainless steel mini-implants 10 mm in length. The mini-implants were inserted into artificial bones with a 2-mm-thick cortical layer and 40 or 20 lb/ft(3) trabecular bone density at insertion depths of 2, 4, and 6 mm. The resonance frequency of the mini-implants in the artificial bone was detected with the Implomates(®) device. Data were analyzed by two-way analysis of variance followed by the Tukey honestly significant difference test (α = 0.05). Greater insertion depth resulted in higher resonance frequency, whereas longer mini-implants showed lower resonance frequency values. However, resonance frequency was not influenced by the implant materials titanium alloy or stainless steel. Therefore, the primary stability of a mini-implant is influenced by insertion depth and not by implant material. Insertion depth is extremely important for primary implant stability and is critical for treatment success.
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- Chin-Yun Pan
- Department of Orthodontics, Dental Clinics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Cho KC, Baek SH. Effects of predrilling depth and implant shape on the mechanical properties of orthodontic mini-implants during the insertion procedure. Angle Orthod 2011; 82:618-24. [PMID: 22050073 DOI: 10.2319/080911-503.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effects of orthodontic mini-implant (OMI) shape and predrilling depth on the mechanical properties of OMIs during the insertion procedure. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 30 OMIs (self-drilling type, 7 mm in length; Biomaterials Korea Inc) were allocated into six groups according to OMI shape (cylindrical and tapered type) and pre-drilling depth (control, 1.5-mm and 3.0-mm predrilling; predrilled with a drill-bit [1 mm in diameter]): C-con, C-1.5, C-3.0, T-con, T-1.5, and T-3.0 groups (N = 5 per group). The OMIs were installed in artificial bone blocks with two layers that simulated the cortical and cancellous bone (Sawbone®, Pacific Research Laboratories Inc). Total insertion time (TIT), maximum insertion torque (MIT), total insertion energy (TIE), and inclination of the time-torque graph (INC) were measured. RESULTS Within the same shape group, although predrilling groups exhibited shorter TIT than control groups (control vs 1.5; control vs 3.0; all P < .05), there was no difference in TIT between 1.5-mm and 3.0-mm predrilling groups. MIT and TIE decreased in the order of control, 1.5-mm predrilling, and 3.0-mm predrilling (control vs 1.5; 1.5 vs 3.0; all P < .05), but INC revealed a pattern of increase from control to 1.5-mm predrilling and of decrease from 1.5-mm predrilling to 3.0-mm predrilling within the same shape group (control vs 1.5, 1.5 vs 3.0, all P < .05). The MIT and INC of C-con were smaller and less steep than those of T-con (P < .01 and P < .05, respectively). In the same predrilling depth, no differences were observed in MIT, INC, and TIE between cylindrical and tapered groups. CONCLUSION In cases of thick cortical bone, predrilling might be an effective tool for reducing microdamage without compromising OMI stability.
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- Keun-Chul Cho
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Seoul National University, Chongro-Ku, Seoul, Korea
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