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Selective alveolar corticotomy to intrude overerupted molars. American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics [Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop] Journal article

 
Oliveira DD, de Oliveira BF, de Araújo Brito HH, de Souza MM, Medeiros PJ 
Selective alveolar corticotomy to intrude overerupted molars. [Journal Article]
Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2008 Jun; 133(6):902-8.


Orthodontic intrusion of overerupted molars in adults is challenging for most clinicians. Efficient intrusion can be achieved by combining selective alveolar corticotomies with a modified full-coverage maxillary splint to reduce surgical risks, treatment time, and costs for both orthodontists and patients.



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