Methods of placement
Pre-tapping method: In this method the miniscrews is driven into the tunnel of bone formed by drilling, making it tap during implant driving). This method is used when we use small diameter miniscrews
Self tapping: Here a slight notch is made and then the screw is tapped in bone.
Self-Drilling method: Here the miniscrews is driven directly into bone without drilling.What other possible complications may arise from use of micro-implants?
1. The gums around the micro-implant may be inflamed due to the irritation from the
springs attached to the micro-implants. The inflammation is reversible, and the
health of the gums will return to normal after the removal of the springs.
2. Should you have a medical condition that affects wound healing (e.g. diabetes) or if
you are a chronic heavy smoker, there is a high likelihood of your gums being
inflamed and a poorer healing of the bone locations where the micro-implants are
placed.
