A Proposed Method for Covering a Mini-Screw Head While Maintaining Space for Ligation.

Abstract

The use of mini-screws, also known as temporary anchorage devices (TADs), to obtain absolute anchorage has become very popular in orthodontics. Nevertheless, potential complications, including traumatic soft tissue lesions, accompany their use. We propose a method to cover the mini-screw head to prevent traumatic soft tissue lesions and promote patient comfort, while maintaining some separation between the composite resin and the peri-implant tissue.