An assessment of the effectiveness of using calcium phosphate bone cement in increasing the primary stability of orthodontic miniscrews - in-vitro study


Abstract in English

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of using calcium phosphate bone cement in increasing the primary stability of orthodontic miniscrews by testing its resistance to pullout forces.

References used

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Emily J. Hung, B.S. An evaluation of the effects of altering pilot hole size and bone density on primary stability of orthodontic miniscrews. A Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the Graduate School of Saint Louis University in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in Dentistry 2009

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