Palatal miniscrew insertion using a CAD/CAM surgical guide: a clinical case
OBJECTIVES The aim of the present clinical case is to describe an orthodontic treatment to gain space in the maxillary arch by using a bone-anchored molar distalization appliance (distal-jet). Computer-guided palatal orthodontic mini-screws were inserted in the palatal vault thanks the use of a surgical guide realized with CAD/CAM technology. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this case report two orthodontic mini-screws were inserted in the palatal area by means of a surgical guide by a specialist in orthodontic without oral surgery or computer-guided skills.