Clinical and radiographic assessment of the association between orthodontic mini-screws and periodontal health.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Proper anchorage control is crucial for predictable tooth movement and preventing inadequate torque during orthodontic treatment. Through clinical and radiographic parameters; this study assesses the association between mini-screws and periodontal health.

Materials and methods

A prospective observational study included 16 systemically healthy non-smoking individuals requiring mini-screws. Mini-screws with a rough, titanium oxide-coated surface were placed. Periodontal assessments (Plaque index, gingival index, probing pocket depth, gingival recession, bleeding on probing, mucosal discomfort, mucosal redness, keratinized tissue width, supracrestal tissue height, and transmucosal soft tissue thickness) were performed at 2nd week and 3 months post-placement. Radiogra

SUBMITTER: Yildiz MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11566151 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature