Distal movement of mandibular molars in adult patients with the skeletal anchorage system

Patients’ and orthodontists’ perceptions of miniplates used for temporary skeletal anchorage: A prospective study

“…20-23 Although appearing to be safer and more stable, and extending treatment possibilities, there are few reports about this type of TSAD, and fewer still of clinician and patient perceptions of their use. Most available articles on miniplates are case reports 6,24-32 or retrospectively assessed case series, 16,19,22,33 with only 1 prospective clinical trial 34 reporting adverse events and outcomes during treatment, and only 1 report of patients' opinions and experiences. 16 Also, there is only 1 other study reporting patient perceptions of TSAD use; it addresses palatal implants.…”

Midpalatal implants vs headgear for orthodontic anchorage—a randomized clinical trial: Cephalometric results

“…There are various different types of implant used for orthodontic anchorage including bone screws 5 , bone plates 6 and palatal implants 7 . They are relatively simple to place; however complications include soft or hard tissue infection and failure of the implant.…”

The Effect of Bisphosphonate [Pamidronate] On Orthodontic Tooth Movement in Rabbits

“…These mechanical anchorage preparations -skeletal anchorage by zygomatic ligatures [16] , prosthetic implants as anchorage source, [17] palatal implants [18] etc. are still popular all over the world because of their compliance and efficacy in orthodontic treatment outcomes.…”