Description

Distalization of maxillary molars is a viable option for the correction of class II malocclusion. This presentation will include temporary anchorage devices using buccal and palatal micro-implants as well as micro-implant supported conventional appliances like Distal Jet and pendulum for the distalization of molars using the concept of absolute anchorage.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze non-compliance maxillary molar distalization techniques including buccal and palatal micro-implants, using the concept of absolute anchorage.
• Recognize Insertion sites, placement technique and anchorage/force application of micro-implants for upper molar distalization, retraction of pre-molars, canines and incisors.
• Evaluate strategies to combat side effects, post-distalization mechanics and finishing the occlusion after molar distalization.

Speaker(s):

• Dr. Ramesh K. Sabhlok, BDS (HONS), MDS, Cert. Ortho (USA), FDS RCS (Edinburgh), FDS RCPS (Glasgow), M. Orth RCS (Edinburgh), FACD, FICD