Alveolar corticotomies for accelerated orthodontics: A new mini-invasive technique

Publication date: Available online 8 July 2019Source: International OrthodonticsAuthor(s): Jean-Baptiste Charrier, Hugo AncelSummaryOrthodontic and surgical techniques are constantly evolving and practitioners are facing an increasing demand for shorter treatments, with an expectation of results equivalent to conventional treatments. Corticotomies have made it possible to partly meet this need by facilitating dental movement in adult orthodontic care. Many surgical corticotomy techniques were proposed in the past presenting advantages but also a certain number of disadvantages. After retracing the various surgical techniques proposed and explaining the biological principles, we will introduce a new minimally invasive technique, without mucoperiosteal flap and without piezosurgery. This technique can be performed in the dental chair under local anaesthesia or sedation. It is simple and reproducible. This type of treatment combines comfort, speed and periodontal protection. Our objective is to provide more patients and practitioners with corticotomies while controlling the benefit/risk ratio.RésuméLes techniques orthodontiques et chirurgicales ne cessent d’évoluer et les praticiens doivent faire face à une demande croissante pour des traitements plus courts, avec une attente de résultats équivalent aux traitements conventionnels. Les corticotomies ont permis de répondre en parti à ce souhait en facilitant le déplacement dentaire dans la prise en charge orthodontique ...

Source: International Orthodontics - July 9, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research