Product Description : Applications of Orthodontic Mini-Implants Prevention of undesirable tooth movement in both arches is now possible through the use of orthodontic miniimplants This relatively new treatment concept has expanded the envelope of orthodontic treatment offering an alternative to orthognathic surgery particularly in the vertical dimension and allowing asymmetric tooth movement in three planes of space This textbook describes precise conditions and techniques for clinical application of orthodontic miniimplants The first half presents biologic principles design and function of miniimplants and the second half addresses surgical procedures for placement and the mechanotherapy specific to various types of predictable tooth movement Recommended for all orthodontists periodontists oral surgeons and students who have been seeking better treatment resultsContentsEvolution of the Orthodontic Mini ImplantFundamentals of Skeletal AnchorageDesign and Function of New ScrewType Orthodontic Mini ImplantsTreatment PlanningSurgical ProceduresMechanics and LimitationsTreatment Based on a New ParadigmAnteriorPosterior ControlVertical ControlTransverse ControlPreprosthodontic OrthodonticTreatment and Minor Tooth Movement