Upper molar distalization: a critical analysis.
Traditional upper molar distalization techniques require patient co-operation with the headgear or elastics. Recently, several different intraoral procedures have been introduced to minimize the need for patient co-operation. This article reviews the appliances currently available for maxillary molar distalization and critically analyses their dentoalveolar and skeletal effects.
Sfondrini
M F
MF
Department of Orthodontics, University of Pavia, I.R.C.C.S., University Hospital San Matteo, Italy.
Cacciafesta
V
V
Sfondrini
G
G
D006801:Humans; D008312:Malocclusion, Angle Class II / Q000628:therapy; D008437:Maxilla; D008963:Molar; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D010349:Patient Compliance; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation*