Raising the root. A look at orthodontic extrusion

J Am Dent Assoc. 1991 Jul;122(7):193-8. doi: 10.14219/jada.archive.1991.0229.

Abstract

A simple technique using bonded wires to establish anchorage and an attachment to a tooth requires a minimum of special materials or advanced skills in orthodontics. The bonded wire stabilizes the anchor unit and avoids any adverse tooth movement.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Orthodontic Wires
  • Tooth Eruption
  • Tooth Fractures / therapy*
  • Tooth Movement Techniques / methods*
  • Tooth Root*