Dalla tecnica corticotomica tradizionale a quella mini-invasiva: una rassegna della letteratura. From traditional to mini-invasive corticotomy technique: a review of literature
OBJECTIVES Realize a historical excursus of corticotomy technique, explaining its biological mechanisms and describing modified and improved surgical approaches over the years. MATERIALS AND METHODS A search for literature on different databases was conducted by crossing the keyword “corticotomy” with:“orthodontics, accelerated tooth movement, techniques, piezocision and corticision”. RESULTS 180 articles were included. The biological response to corticotomy is a local transitory osteopenia, able to accelerate dental movement through the application of orthodontic forces.