THE USE OF MINI-IMPLANTS FOR INCISOR INTRUSION: A BRIEF LITERATURE REVIEW

Intrusion refers to the movement of a tooth along its long axis into the socket, a technique required in certain orthodontic treatments for overbite correction. However, this movement is notoriously difficult to achieve and measure. The advent of mini-implants as skeletal anchorage systems has significantly simplified the process. This study aims to review the literature on using mini-implants for incisor intrusion as a treatment for overbite. Mini-implants offer several advantages, including easy installation and removal, versatility in implantation sites, low cost, the ability to apply immediate force, and independence from patient cooperation. These benefits make mini-implants an effective alternative for skeletal anchorage in orthodontics.