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Journal of Orthodontics, Vol. 32, No. 4, 229-234, December 2005 doi:10.1179/146531205225021177
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Essix®-based molar distalization appliance

H. Babacan and C. Doruk

Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey

Address for correspondence: Dr H. Babacan, Cumhuriyet Üniversitesi, Dishekimlidi Fakültesi, Ortodonti AD. 58140 Sivas Türkiye. E-mail: babacan{at}cumhuriyet.edu.tr

A new design of molar distalization appliance and its fabrication are described in this article. This case report illustrates distal movement of mandibular molars with negligible loss of anterior anchorage. This new vacuum-formed Essix appliance can be a reasonable alternative to conventional appliances.

Key words: Essix, new appliance design, molar distalization






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