Open AccessEffect of metal ions released from orthodontic mini-implants on osteoclastogenesis
Author(s) -
Hataichanok Charoenpong,
Patcharee Ritprajak
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
dental and medical problems
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.249
H-Index - 8
eISSN - 2300-9020
pISSN - 1644-387X
DOI - 10.17219/dmp/133891
Subject(s) - dentistry , metal , ion , metal ions in aqueous solution , chemistry , materials science , orthodontics , medicine , metallurgy , organic chemistry
Orthodontic mini-implants can undergo corrosion and the release of metal ions can affect cellular behavior. Osteoclasts are involved in orthodontic tooth movement and implant stability. Osteoclasts and their precursors can be exposed to metal ions released from orthodontic mini-implants.