An implant to eliminate anchorage loss during molar distalization: a case report involving the Graz implant-supported pendulum.
Based on the philosophy of the pendulum appliance, a new non-integrated implant-supported device is presented, the Graz Implant-Supported Pendulum (GISP). It is designed to distalize maxillary first and second molars in adults. It consists of 2 parts: the anchorage plate, which is fixed to the palatal bone via 4 miniscrews, and the removable part, which is a pendulum-type appliance. A finished clinical case is shown, and experiences with the GISP in comparison with other orthodontic implants are discussed. The system can be loaded 2 weeks after surgical placement, actively distalize maxillary molars consecutively, serve as an active anchor unit, and provide stability against rotational movements.
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Department of Orthodontics, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland. byloff@bycla.at
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D000328:Adult; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous; D015921:Dental Implants; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008312:Malocclusion, Angle Class II / Q000628:therapy*; D008437:Maxilla; D008963:Molar; D016382:Orthodontic Appliance Design; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation*
D015921:Dental Implants