A study of the mechanical strength of miniscrews and miniplates for skeletal anchorage

• Main Authors: Pei-Chen Lu (Author), Chau-Hsiang Wang (Author), Huang-Chi Wang (Author), Kun-Tsung Lee (Author), Huey-Er Lee (Author), Chun-Ming Chen (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2011-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background/purpose: The concept of miniscrews-miniplates has been used in orthodontic practice to reinforce skeletal anchorage. The aim of this study was to evaluate the mechanical strength of miniplates in vertical and horizontal pull-out tests. Materials and methods: The insertion torques and pull...