Mini-implant Usage in Orthodontic Practice

Abstract

Objective: The present study was designed to investigate the general anchorage protocols and especially the tendencies duringmini-implant usage among Turkish orthodontists. The main aim of the survey is to reveal if mini-implants are being used morethan once and in different patients.Materials and Method: This is a cross-sectional study conducted with orthodontists who are members of the Turkish OrthodonticSociety. The orthodontists were asked to click on a link to complete an automated questionnaire of 27 multiple-choice questions.Results: It was found that mini-implants are used by a great majority of the participants and in various cases. General tendenciesduring mini-implant usage show compatibility with the literature.Conclusion: This survey displays the preferences of Turkish orthodontists regarding mini-implant usage in their clinical practice.Moreover, it is especially important for documenting the fact that mini-implants are being used more than once and also indifferent patients. (Turkish J Orthod 2015;28:1–6)