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Title: Implant anchorage in orthodontic practice: the Straumann Orthosystem. Author: Thomas MV, Daniel TL, Kluemper T. Journal: Dent Clin North Am; 2006 Jul; 50(3):425-37, vii. PubMed ID: 16818024. Abstract: Dental implants have been used to provide orthodontic anchorage. This article provides an overview of the Straumann Orthosystem implant system (Institut Straumann, Waldenburg, Switzerland) and its application, including the anatomy of the bony palate and contiguous structures. Considerations in placement of the Orthosystem implant include the avoidance of contiguous anatomic structures such as the nasal cavity, the degree of ossification of the palatal suture, and the quality and quantity of bone in the proposed implant site, all of which are discussed in this article.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]