Rapid Uprighting of a Lower Second Molar with Miniscrew Anchorage

Abstract

The aim of this case presentation is to report the rapid uprighting of a mesially inclined second lower molar after loss of an adjacent first molar with a miniscrew anchorage in an adult patient. 25 years old female patient applied with a chief complaint of upper anterior crowding and mesially inclined lower right second molar tooth. The mesial inclination of the lower right second molar was planned to be corrected with a miniscrew anchorage. The use of miniscrew provide absolute anchorage for molar uprighting. Orthodontic uprighting of the mesially inclined second lower molar was achieved in four months. After then, an Angle Class I molar relationship and a good intercuspation of posterior teeth were accomplished.