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ArticleJournal of periodontal & implant science2026

Periodontal health and orthodontic mini-screws: a cross-sectional study.

Mehmet Selim Yildiz, Pelin Acar Ulutas, Aliye Akcalı

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Article in Journal of periodontal & implant science, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT07052747 (Periodontal Health and Orthodontic Mini-screws), which is not on this map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Periodontal Health and Orthodontic Mini-screws: A Cross-sectional Study

TypeobservationalSponsorDr. Mehmet Selim YildizRan2024 to 2025Enrolled132ConditionsDental Implantation, Peri-implant Mucositis, Orthodontic Anchorage Procedures, Gingival Inflammation and BleedingArmsClinical periodontal assessment
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Mehmet Selim YildizDepartment of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Altınbaş University, Istanbul, Türkiye.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6949-158X
Pelin Acar UlutasDepartment of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Altınbaş University, Istanbul, Türkiye.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0258-6845
Aliye AkcalıDepartment of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Türkiye.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9811-0627

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Abstract

purposeOrthodontic mini-screws (OMSs) are widely used as temporary anchorage devices in orthodontics because they facilitate complex tooth movements without relying on patient compliance. Despite their advantages, concerns have been raised regarding potential adverse effects on periodontal health. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the relationship between OMS and periodontal parameters in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.

methodsA total of 132 patients with 160 OMS placements were included. Periodontal parameters, including plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI), probing depth (PD), recession depth, bleeding on probing (BOP), mucosal discomfort (MD), mucosal redness (MR), keratinized tissue width (KTW), supracrestal tissue height, and transmucosal soft tissue thickness, were evaluated at site-specific and full-mouth levels 3 months post-placement.

resultsSignificant differences were identified between site-level and full-mouth periodontal measurements, with site-level evaluations revealing higher PI, GI, PD, and BOP values (

conclusionsThese results highlight significant biomechanical and inflammatory interactions between OMS and periodontal tissues, emphasizing the need for meticulous mini-screw placement and careful periodontal monitoring. The findings also underscore the importance of individualized treatment plans that consider periodontal conditions to optimize OMS stability and minimize periodontal risks.

trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT07052747.

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Bone screwsOral mucosaOsseointegrationPeriodontal diseases

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PMID41968715
PMCPMC13547816

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