Unilateral intrusion in a medically complex patient using an orthodontic mini-implant: A case report. (December 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gibson, Clara; Critchlow, Simon; Patel, Brijesh
• Is Part Of: Journal of orthodontics. Volume 48:Number 4(2021)
• Page Start: 435
• Page End: 443
• Publication Date: 2021-12
• Subjects: mini-implant -- intrusion -- vascular malformation; Orthodontics -- Periodicals; 617.643005
• DOI: 10.1177/1465312521996376
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1465-3125

Abstract

Orthognathic surgery offers a predictable treatment option for patients with skeletal discrepancies and corresponding dental malocclusions. In cases where surgery is not advised due to significant medical co-morbidity, the orthodontist must approach the treatment using different mechanical modalities. Orthodontic mini-implants can be a valuable adjunct in these cases. We describe a case where a palatal mini-implant was used during orthodontic treatment in a patient with a complex capillary malformation, which precluded surgical correction.