Abstract

Miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) has added a new dimension to the world of orthodontics with its use in skeletal expansion of transverse problems in adult population. However, there are few limitations noted with the use of prefabricated MARPE designs such as adaptation to the palate or minscrew fit in cases of high arched palate, which compromises with the anchorage and final outcome. The aim of this article is to use digital workflow to 3d print a MARPE with the aid of cone beam computed tomography, which would overcome the deficiencies of a prefabricated MARPE design and would provide greater rigidity and anchorage value, and predictable skeletal expansion.

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