Introduction: Mini implants represent a minimal invasive technique to treat malocclusion and often save orthodontists from performing complex procedures requiring bone-anchoring. They allow control over tooth movements in three dimensions (sagittal, vertical and transverse), while not changing the position of other teeth. Purpose: The purpose of the paper is to present mini implants and their use in orthodontics. Moreover, the manufacture of an orthodontic appliance for mesial drift on mini implants is described. Methods: Laboratory-based manufacture of an orthodontic appliance for mesial drift on mini implants and a description of the procedure and techniques in the surgery and laboratory and then the implantation of the appliance into the patient's mouth. Photos and a review of Slovenian and foreign articles from the field of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics are also provided. Results: This paper presents the manufacture of an orthodontic appliance for mesial drift on mini implants. It portrays the planning of the position of mini implants, using a computer-generated surgical guide, as well as laboratory-based manufacture, preparation of the working model, manufacture of the appliance, its adjustment to the working model and its implantation in the surgery. Discussion and conclusion: Mini implants are an increasingly used orthodontic treatment technique. Positive features of the use of mini implants are the following: they allow bone-anchoring, this type of treatment does not depend on the patient's participation, and dentists can provide controlled and, consequently, more accurate orthodontic treatment. In addition, the use of mini implants allows the movement of one tooth, a group of teeth or an entire dental arch, while not changing the position of other teeth.
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