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different bone height and bone density.
35-38
These differences may result in different
success rates for different implant placement locations.
33,34
The success rate of implant placement depends on various factors. Insertion
torque is one factor that is measurable and can be used to predict the success rate of
miniscrew implants.
16,39
Motoyoshi et al. recommended that the maximum insertion
torque of miniscrew implant placement should be within the range of 5 to 10 Ncm for
1.6-mm diameter miniscrew implants.
39
Therefore, the development of distalization with miniscrew implants as
anchorage has gained popularity, since there is no effect on the anterior teeth and no
need for patient compliance.
Because the bone quality and quantity in the palate varies, the insertion torque
of the miniscrew implant in different areas may vary. Therefore, the objective of this
study was to assess the insertion torque of miniscrew implants in different areas in the
palate, to assess the suitability the various implant placement sites.