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Laura Confalonieri
Laura Confalonieri
Italy
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Research Article
Miniscrews and Mini-Implants Success Rates in Orthodontic Treatments: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Several Clinical Parameters
Author(s): Riccardo Beltrami, Francesca Sfondrini, Laura Confalonieri, Lorenzo Carbone and Luisa BernardinelliRiccardo Beltrami, Francesca Sfondrini, Laura Confalonieri, Lorenzo Carbone and Luisa Bernardinelli
Introduction: The aim of the following research is to conduct a systematic review in order to update the actual knowledge about miniscrews in the clinical practice, in particular about their stability and reliability. Methods: An electronic search in the main database was performed up to February 10th, 2015 to identify articles that complied with the parameters set out in the protocol. The selection included studies showing the success rate of mini-implants for a sample exceeding 5 miniscrews, giving a definition of success, using implants with a diameter <2.5 mm and applying forces for at least 3 months. The success rate was considered as a paradigm and was divided by the following variables namely age and sex of patients, length and diameter of the miniscrew, location and method of placement of mini-implants, time and a.. View More»
DOI: 10.4172/2161-1122.1000346