Fig.5: In fact, a mini-implant (yellow pin) is also used as an anchorage to move the 2nd molar backward under the tension of rubber bands (pink).  The red circle is a tiny brace on the 2nd molar to hold the other end of the rubber bands. Without enough space, it is difficult to place an implant (rectangular box).  Last, Next or Return to main article P

Xin Wei, DDS, PhD, MS 1st edition 03/13/2013, last revision 07/09/2020