Abstract
Mini-implants, often referred to as temporary anchorage devices, have become an accepted component of orthodontic treatment.
Morever, mini-implants for denture stabilization also become an excellent solution for the problem of loose fitting denture.
The author have been experienced a large number of mini-implants cases and achieved favorable outcomes. Furthermore, mini-implants can be applied for another use. For example, the author often applied this mini-implants for temporary anchorage devices to receive a removable partial denture in a healing period when placing osseointegreted implant. If the placed mini-implants receive all the occlusal forces, osseointegrated implant can be protected from any occlusal forces until osseointegration is achieved.
There are a number of case reports in the literature on complications caused by the placement and use of mini-implants. In the coming years, more case reports and randomized studies will likely demonstrate that the benefits of mini-implants, thus allowing the clinicians to expand the treatment options for all patients.
