Various methods of canine retraction in premolar extraction space: A case series

Authors : Neeteesh K Shukla, Nimmi Gupta, Sneha Singh, Shivam Verma, Parnita Dwivedi

DOI : 10.18231/j.ijohd.2021.062

Volume : 7

Issue : 4

Year : 2021

Page No : 310-315

Following article is the review and presentation of various methodologies of canine retraction [e.g.– methods under sliding and friction less mechanics, facilitation with TADs (Temporary Anchorage Devices) and MOPs (Micro-Osteo-Perforations), and invasive procedures etc.] and comparison of these methods in terms of rate of canine retraction, and molar anchorage loss. Patient’s age ranges between 15y to 19y and only right maxillary canine was taken for comparison purpose.
 

Keywords: Canine retraction, Coil springs, Distraction, Micro­osteo­perforations, T loop.

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