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Mini Screws
Using advanced technology to speed up treatment and improve precision, mini screws are temporary anchorage devices that assist in precise tooth movement and space closure. They often reduce the need for headgear and can shorten overall treatment time. Dr Barva will let you know during your consultation if mini screws could enhance your treatment outcomes. Once no longer required, they are comfortably removed by your orthodontist.
Tiny Tools. Big Results.
Mini Screws
Using advanced technology to speed up treatment and improve precision, mini screws are temporary anchorage devices that assist in precise tooth movement and space closure. They often reduce the need for headgear and can shorten overall treatment time. Dr Barva will let you know during your consultation if mini screws could enhance your treatment outcomes. Once no longer required, they are comfortably removed by your orthodontist.
How are they placed?
Mini screws are gently inserted into the gum and jawbone in a quick, sterile procedure. The process usually takes less than 10 minutes.
Will they be uncomfortable?
Mini screws are very small and positioned in a way that avoids interference with speech or eating. Most patients forget they’re even there after a day or two.
Are they safe?
Yes — mini screws are made from medical-grade titanium and are safe, biocompatible, and temporary. They’re commonly used in modern orthodontics worldwide.
Can they become loose?
It’s rare, but if one becomes loose or uncomfortable, contact us and we’ll assess whether it needs replacing or adjusting.
How are they removed?
Once treatment no longer requires anchorage, the mini screw is gently unscrewed in a quick, painless procedure — no stitches or downtime required.
How are they placed?
Mini screws are gently inserted into the gum and jawbone in a quick, sterile procedure. The process usually takes less than 10 minutes.
Will they be uncomfortable?
Mini screws are very small and positioned in a way that avoids interference with speech or eating. Most patients forget they’re even there after a day or two.
Are they safe?
Yes — mini screws are made from medical-grade titanium and are safe, biocompatible, and temporary. They’re commonly used in modern orthodontics worldwide.
Can they become loose?
It’s rare, but if one becomes loose or uncomfortable, contact us and we’ll assess whether it needs replacing or adjusting.
How are they removed?
Once treatment no longer requires anchorage, the mini screw is gently unscrewed in a quick, painless procedure — no stitches or downtime required.
Tiny Tools. Big Results.
Mini Screws
Using advanced technology to speed up treatment and improve precision, mini screws are temporary anchorage devices that assist in precise tooth movement and space closure. They often reduce the need for headgear and shorten treatment time.
How are they placed?
Mini screws are gently inserted into the gum and jawbone in a quick, sterile procedure. The process usually takes less than 10 minutes.
Will they be uncomfortable?
Mini screws are very small and positioned in a way that avoids interference with speech or eating. Most patients forget they’re even there after a day or two.
Are they safe?
Yes — mini screws are made from medical-grade titanium and are safe, biocompatible, and temporary. They’re commonly used in modern orthodontics worldwide.
Can they become loose?
It’s rare, but if one becomes loose or uncomfortable, contact us and we’ll assess whether it needs replacing or adjusting.
How are they removed?
Once treatment no longer requires anchorage, the mini screw is gently unscrewed in a quick, painless procedure — no stitches or downtime required.
Dr Barva will let you know during your consultation if mini screws could enhance your treatment outcomes. Once no longer required, they are comfortably removed by your orthodontist.
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